Top 10 Adventure Holidays With G Adventures
From Costa Rica to the Canadian Rockies, Australia to Arizona, discover our top 10 adventure holidays with G Adventures.
Want to explore Southeast Asia on a shoestring, or spend a month touring Australia and New Zealand? Is a cruise around the Galápagos on your bucket list, or have you always wanted to trek to Everest Base Camp? G Adventures offers small group tours to all of these destinations, and to more than 100 countries worldwide. As the world’s leading small-group adventure travel company, they cater to a wide range of travel styles, from Classic tours and 18–30-Somethings adventures to family trips, solo.ish adventures, National Geographic Expeditions, and premium active adventures from their Geluxe Collection. Whatever your travel style, there is a G Adventures tour to suit you!
While you will get to see top attractions on most trips, G Adventures tours are designed to go deeper, allowing you to immerse yourself into local culture and explore places off the beaten track. They have an average group size of 12-15, and all tours go, whether there is one passenger or sixteen – they never cancel a tour due to lack of numbers.
G Adventures also make travel a force for good. Through their G for Good programme, recent reporting shows that over 90% of the money that G Adventures spends in destination and tour services goes directly to local businesses. So if you still need convincing to book that holiday, you can tell yourself that you are, technically, making the world a better place!
We have teamed up with the travel experts at Tropical Sky, who offer a wide range of adventure holidays to suit all tastes and travel styles. We have showcased 10 favourites from G Adventures below that are suitable for active travellers, bucket list family adventures and solo travel, so there should be something to suit every type of traveller below.
G Adventures has over 1000 tours so if you want to travel to alternative destinations or travel at a different time of year, talk to the experts in Tropical Sky and they will arrange it for you. You can contact the team at Tropical Sky by phone, or submit an enquiry online, and they will design the perfect adventure for you.
1. Vietnam and Cambodia: 16 Night Adventure from €2569pp
Take a 16 night journey through Vietnam and Cambodia, exploring some of the most sought after destinations including Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, before finishing in Bangkok. This tour includes 14 nights in boutique hotel accommodation, along with a night spent cruising Halong Bay on a traditional boat and an overnight train journey to Hue.
Highlights include exploring the impressive Angkor Wat and the powerful history of the Killing Fields. In Hanoi, do not miss the iconic train street, where you can stand just metres from the passing train. In Hoi An, try your hand at lantern making or simply enjoy wandering the UNESCO listed town.
There is no strenuous hiking on this tour, just gentle walks, and plenty of free time to relax on the beach or shop for souvenirs. This trip is one of the G Adventures most recommended tours for solo travel too, so if you fancy an adventure through Vietnam and Cambodia – this trip is for you.
Price from €2569 based on 2 sharing or €2993 for solo travel, includes International flights and internal travel, accommodation, activities and meals as per itinerary, and a tour guide throughout.
Price is based on travelling in June but many more dates are available. Quote ref 727529-5
2. Japan: 13 Night Adventure from €4919pp
Possibly the most talked about destination right now and for very good reason, Japan is a vast country with an incredible variety of experiences. From major cities such as Tokyo and Osaka to the beaches of Okinawa and the iconic Mt Fuji, Japan is a feast for the senses.
This 13 night small group tour covers all the highlights, from the cutting edge technology and towering skyscrapers of Tokyo to the tranquil shrines and beautiful gardens of Kyoto, the powerful history of Hiroshima and the majesty of Mt Fuji.
Along the way, sample ramen, sushi or wagyu beef and enjoy an alcoholic drink in the famous Golden Gai. Accommodation is traditional in style, offering a truly authentic feel throughout the journey. This trip is also very popular for solo travellers.
Price of €4919 based on 2 sharing or €5479 for solo travel includes International flights and internal travel, accommodation, activities and meals as per itinerary, and a tour guide throughout.
Price is based on travelling in March but many more dates are available. Quote ref 727529-6
3. Australia: 13 Night Adventure from €4539pp
After living in Australia and travelling extensively around the country for a year, this 13 night small group East Coast tour from Cairns to Sydney simply had to be included in this list. Australia has so much to offer, from incredible hiking trails and ancient rainforests to stunning beaches – you will be truly spoilt for choice.
Enjoy a harbour cruise on Sydney Harbour or take on the famous Coogee to Bondi coastal walk. Learn to surf in Byron Bay and tick off a Whitsunday Islands boat excursion off your bucket list – this was a highlight of my own East Coast trip.
You will also gain insight into Indigenous culture on a guided tour of the Daintree Rainforest. There is plenty of free time to relax and explore in Sydney, Byron Bay and Cairns to enjoy some beach days or shopping, whatever you prefer.
Price from €4539 based on 2 sharing or €6323 for solo travel, includes International flights and internal travel, accommodation, activities and meals as per itinerary, and a tour guide throughout.
Price is based on travelling in October but many more dates are available. Quote ref 727529-9
4. Thailand: 11 Night Family Adventure, 2 ad & 2ch from €8476
Take the kids on the ultimate family adventure in Thailand – this trip is made for families looking for a bucket list holiday that will create life long memories. Catering for up to 20 and usually made up of just two or three families, not only will you be travelling with like-minded travellers, but the chances are your children will make friends for life.
The itinerary showcases the best of Thailand, from learning to cook pad thai in Chiang Mai to a long boat tour through Bangkok, visits to famous temples such as Wat Pho and the Reclining Buddha, as well as plenty of beach time to relax in Phuket.
If you wish you can use your spare time in Phuket taking day trips to the nearby islands like Koh Phi Phi or the Similan Islands. I love Thailand and all it has to offer, there’s so much to see and do and the locals are so friendly. The tour runs for 11 nights and begins and ends in Bangkok. Minimum child age is 6 years.
Price of €8476 is based on 2 adults and 2 children travelling in July and includes International flights and internal travel, accommodation, activities and meals as per itinerary, and a tour guide throughout. Quote ref 727529-8
5. Utah and Arizona National Parks: 8 Night Adventure from €2399
Our trip to Utah’s Mighty 5 National Parks last year was up there with one of the best trips I have ever taken, and this 8-night small-group tour takes you to most of the highlights.
Spend the day hiking in Zion National Park and marvel at its towering sandstone cliffs. The contrast of the unique hoodoos of Bryce Canyon will amaze you, but this National Park is equally as impressive. The tour of Monument Valley with a Navajo guide was one of my favourite travel experiences, and is also included in this tour.
The jaw dropping Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend are also stops on this amazing trip. These were places I didn’t get to visit, (but are my excuse to return)! As well as Utah and Arizona’s highlights, you will also spend two nights at the Grand Canyon.
This is an active small group tour that operates between March and October, with a maximum of 13 people. It begins and ends in Las Vegas with two night stays included, but you can choose to extend your stay here or travel onwards to California or Yosemite – the choice is yours!
Price from €2399 based on 2 sharing or €3520 for solo travel, includes International flights and internal travel, accommodation, activities and meals as per itinerary, and a tour guide throughout.
Price is based on travelling in April but many more dates are available. Quote ref 727529-3
6. Costa Rica: 15 Night Adventure from €2119pp
Explore the highlights of Costa Rica on this 15 night tour, visiting San Jose, Monteverde Cloud Forest, La Fortuna, Sarapiqui Rainforest, Tortuguero National Park and the Caribbean beach of Puerto Viejo. This journey offers a well rounded introduction to the country and its rich variety of landscapes and experiences.
Spot wildlife while cruising through the canals of Tortuguero, hike through the cloud forest, and relax on beautiful beaches along both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts. Plenty of free time is included, giving you the flexibility to choose from a wide range of optional activities and explore at your own pace.
This happens to be one of G Adventures most popular trips for solo travellers, but they also offer a similar trip for families. This Costa Rica Family Adventure trip caters for up to 20 people but typically has just 2-3 families.
Price of €2119 based on 2 sharing or €2773 based on solo travel includes International flights and internal travel, accommodation, activities and meals as per itinerary, and a tour guide throughout.
Price is based on travelling in May but many more dates are available. Quote ref 727529-4
7. Canadian Rockies: 18 Night Adventure from €5719pp
This fantastic 18-night all round adventure through the Canadian Rockies, follows a route that showcases Alberta’s iconic highlights, such as Lake Louise and Jasper, while also venturing beyond the usual trail, to places such as Prince Rupert, Smithers and Prince George. A wide range of activities are included, from a visit to the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre in Whistler to wine tasting in the Okanagan Valley at Kelowna.
You will also enjoy a First Nations day tour in Smithers, a stop at Mount Robson with a visit to the Interpretation Centre, and a drive along the scenic Icefields Parkway with a Columbia Icefield stop in Jasper, is sure to be one of the highlights.
This tour operates only during the summer months of June to August, and begins and ends in Vancouver. If eighteen nights feels too long, a shorter option is available with the 7 night Canadian Rockies Express, which covers the Calgary to Vancouver section of the journey. Alternatively you can choose to extend your stay in Vancouver!
Price of €5719 based on 2 sharing or €8940 based on solo travel includes International flights and internal travel, accommodation, activities and meals as per itinerary, and a tour guide throughout.
Price is based on travelling in June but many more dates are available. Quote ref 727529-1
8. Borneo – East Sabah: 7 Night Adventure from €2169pp
If you love adventure, animals and wildlife, this trip is perfect for you! It forms part of the Jane Goodall Collection of G Adventures wildlife focused tours and is endorsed by the world renowned primatologist. You will explore the Kinabatangan River through wildlife safaris and river cruises, visit the Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sepilok, and head to Turtle Island for a guided tour of the hatchery. This tour also includes a local cooking class in Tambatuon village.
Although this is a short seven night small group tour, I recommend adding a few extra nights in Singapore where you can wander through Chinatown or Arab street and enjoy an evening at Garden Rhasposdy at Gardens by the Bay light show. This journey offers the ultimate off the beaten path experience, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the region’s natural beauty and local culture.
Price of €2169 based on 2 sharing or €2542 based on solo travel includes International flights and internal travel, accommodation, meals anda activities as per itinerary and a tour guide throughout.
Price is based on travelling in November but many more dates are available. Quote ref 727529-4
9. New Zealand: 14 Night Adventure from €4999pp
Explore both islands of New Zealand on this excellent two week journey, uncovering everything the country has to offer. Discover the natural thermal wonders of Rotorua, the mesmerising Waitomo Caves and the vibrant capital city of Wellington, before heading south to the dramatic glaciers of Franz Josef, the majesty of Mount Cook and the calm, picturesque streets of Christchurch.
You will also enjoy time in Queenstown, possibly one of my favourite towns in the world, where every view feels like a postcard. While there, be sure to try the famous Fergburger, a must visit food spot. This trip is ideal for anyone who enjoys gentle hikes and walks, and is a great option for travellers on a tighter budget who want to tick New Zealand off their bucket list.
Price of €4999 based on 2 sharing or €6707 based on solo travel includes International flights and internal travel, accommodation, activities and meals as per itinerary and a tour guide throughout.
Price is based on travelling in September but many more dates are available. Quote ref 727529-10
10. Zion to San Francisco: 14 Night Adventure from €3749
This epic trip begins with a night in Las Vegas, before embarking on an adventure through Utah’s incredible National Parks. You will be amazed at the contrasts between the towering cliffs of Zion National Park, the unique hoodoos of Bryce Canyon and the wide open plains of Monument Valley.
You will enjoy a guided Navajo tour of Monument Valley, watch the sunset over the Grand Canyon, and visit Antelope Canyon, Sequoia and Yosemite National Parks, before finishing up in the stunning city of San Francisco.
This small group tour has a maximum of 13 people and operates from March to November. With the option to extend your stays in Las Vegas, San Francisco or beyond, this is the perfect American adventure. This amazing G Adventures tour brings you to some of America’s most iconic locations.
Price of €3749 based on 2 sharing or €6026 based on solo travel includes International flights and internal travel, accommodation, activities and meals as per itinerary and a tour guide throughout.
Price is based on travelling in April but many more dates are available. Quote ref 727529-2
Solo.ish Adventures with G Adventures
While solo travellers can book any of the above G Adventures trips, they can also choose from a wide range of adventures designed exclusively for solo travellers. Their solo-ish adventures are all run by female tour leaders – as 68% of their solo travellers are female! Currently 33 of their Solo-ish Adventures are included in their Great Adventure Sale, and Tropical Sky can book any of these for you!
I hope these adventure holidays will inspire you to plan a trip of a lifetime. This is just a small sample of the many G Adventures holidays that Tropical Sky offer. They can tailor make the perfect trip to suit your requirements by phone, at their Customer Lounge in Dublin, or you can submit an enquiry online.
While every effort was made to ensure accuracy, prices, attractions and activities are subject to change. This post was sponsored by Tropical Sky.
