Italy Tours for Young Adults

This trip is perfect for the young, budget-conscious traveller eager to check a bunch of boxes off their travelling to-do list in one fell swoop. Beginning in Rome — the crucible of Western civilization — and wrapping up in beautiful Budapest, you’ll sample the regional specialties and delicious wines of Italy, get in touch with the continent’s rich culture in famed museums and galleries, and compare dance floors in the nightclubs of Europe’s party capitals.

Want time to indulge in some of Europe’s most luxe destinations? Starting in London, you’ll cruise through the continent with stops at Contiki’s exclusive newly-renovated French Château, exploring Barcelona’s gothic quarter, roaming the French Riviera & perfecting the art of pizza-making in Florence, not to mention discovering ancient wonders in Rome, Pompeii & Athens. Top it all off by spending 2-nights each on 4 of Greece’s most popular islands – Mykonos, Paros, Santorini, Ios & Athens – where charming villages, refreshing swim spots & sun-soaked beaches await. 

Kicking off your adventure in Rome, you’ll meet up with the rest of your crew who are all ready and waiting this morning. Then there’s no time to waste, Rome is begging to be explored! Our first day will be a whirlwind of Roman architecture and bucket list sights as we uncover all of Rome’s key features, from the Colosseum to St Peter’s Basilica, and even the chance to explore Vatican City. Not enough? There’s also the option to head back in time and discover Rome of the Emperors and Gladiators with a guided tour of the Colosseum. With a full day of exploring behind you, you’re free to head out tonight to find some dinner and check out the local nightlife.

Jump on this quick (and affordable) seven-day tour of some of Europe’s greatest cities. See what’s so nice about Nice, snap the expected “holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa” shot, and then explore Gaudí’s famous architecture. And hey, think of the food to be tried on a tour from Rome to Barcelona! (Good thing you’ll be walking so much.) Travel on trains and leave the coach bus behind on this life-changing experience.

Now’s the time to explore Africa on your terms with this tour that’s affordable for young travellers. Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Kruger National Park, Lake Malawi, Zanzibar, Victoria Falls — we used to call this trip “Africa Complete,” but those pesky lawyers made us change it. While it may not feature ALL of Africa, it’s still pretty darn close. Wildlife safaris, cultural contact, rugged landscapes, and natural landmarks spread across six incredible countries. And with supremely knowledgeable CEOs (Chief Experience Officers), meals prepared from fresh local produce, and starlit camping stays, you’ll gain a kinship with this land and its people you won’t find anywhere else.

Travelling on a budget doesn’t mean you have to see less; it just means you have to plan more. Lucky for you, we’re pretty great planners. Cross nine countries off your list in 21 thrilling days and immerse yourself in everything Europe has to offer. Check out the galleries and museums of Paris, the beauty of the Swiss Alps, delicious Italian cuisine (and, of course, wine!), the exciting nightlife of Berlin, and Prague, and the Eastern charms of Krakow, Vienna, and Budapest. Do more, spend less.

There’s so much to fit in with this 11 day adventure around 5 incredible Balkan countries. Take in the Dalmatian Coastline as we head to the scenic city of Dubrovnik, explore the architecture of Belgrade before finishing up in the Hungarian capital of Budapest.

Hit the slopes of the South Island’s dominating Southern Alps, home to New Zealand’s premier ski areas. And while each ski area has its own unique character, they’re all framed against NZ’s stunning scenic backdrops – lakes, rivers, lush green, golden plains, dense forest, and blue ocean. The air is crisp and clean, the scenery amazing and the snow wonderful – let’s go!