Epic New Adventures for Young Travelers from G Adventures

G Adventures has added 30 new small-group adventures for 18-to-Thirtysomethings to its collection of 160 transformative trips. All are brimming with authentic, one-of-a-kind experiences at budget-friendly prices. Itineraries are social-worthy, giving travelers independence as well as the opportunity to connect with fellow travelers. 

And they are designed to provide the benefits of community tourism. Every new trip gives young travelers the chance to visit organizations, regions and businesses where knowledge-sharing with visitors has a profound positive impact. Plus, as with all G Adventures trips, G Adventures’ Trees for Days initiative means that for each day away, a tree is grown in their name – an essential perk for climate-conscious travelers.

The 30 new 18-to-Thirtysomethings trips are all available to book now, 

with the first departures taking place in Spring, 2025. 

Every trip features an out-of-the-ordinary experience that adds extra wow factor - here are 10 of the most memory-making moments on the new tours in the collection:

SOUTH KOREA

Sleeping in a traditional hanok (homestay) and spending time with Jeju island’s 80-year-old women divers 

For 18-to-Thirtysomething, living like a local is high on the priority list, and a homestay in a traditional hanok, a historic Korean house, gives an amazing insight into history and culture, all in one cosy overnight slumber. Then there’s time watching the haenyeo – the legendary women divers of Jeju island, some of whom are over 80 years old – as they dive beneath the water’s surface, holding their breath for three minutes at a time, to collect molluscs and other shellfish. It’s an awe-inspiring spectacle on a trip packed with ‘see it to believe it’ moments. 

The adventure: Korea to Japan: Epic Eats & Bright City Lights 

BOSNIA

Rafting along the Neretva River and spotting wild horses on a sunset jeep safari

Safari? In the Balkans? This under-the-radar nation serves up jaw-dropping scenery and experiences most travellers never knew existed – like witnessing dozens of wild horses thundering across empty meadows at sunset, or rafting down the crystal-clear Neretva river. Crowd-free cities, waterfall swims and delicious local cuisine – all on a trip with a very reasonable price tag – make this one an instant hit.

The adventure: Bosnia and Herzegovina: Wild Horses & City Sights 

ALBANIA

Hiking to a shepherd outpost before a delicious traditional lunch

Not just any walk: this trip includes a hike through herds of sheep and wildflower meadows to a remote shepherd outpost in the Albanian hills. The group will spend a long sun-soaked morning living the authentic Albanian mountain life, before joining the local shepherds for lunch, tucking into a hearty traditional meal of local meats, cheese and freshly baked bread on the farm, all while learning about this way of life. Plus: castle visits, visits to villages in the Albanian Alps and time Corfu island, Greece.

The adventure: Tirana to Corfu: Ancient Towns & the Albanian Riviera

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

Kangaroo trekking in bushland and time with a Maori guide in the Te Puia valley

Kangaroos are a symbol of Australia and one of its most recognisable native animals, but seeing them in the wild isn’t always that easy. On this trip the group has the chance to spot kangaroos – and their young joeys – in their natural habitat during a trek through coastal bushland around Arrawarra. Elsewhere, in Rotura, New Zealand, the group will meet a local Māori guide in the Te Puia thermal valley, one of the world’s most impressive geothermal wonderlands. Over several hours, they’ll learn about the significance of the steaming geysers while eating a traditional kāinga waru pudding cooked in the natural hot spring.

The adventure: Australia & New Zealand: A Month Down Under

JORDAN

Stargazing in the dunes of Wadi Rum – the Valley of the Moon – before camping in the desert

Remarkable value and remarkable experiences combine on this new adventure in Jordan. This isn’t just a chance to experience the dunes of Wadi Rum, but spend the night there, spotting star constellations and camping in the remote desert – a rare opportunity to truly disconnect and appreciate the earth, stars and solar system. At other points on the trip there’s a backdoor hike to Petra and time to relax by the Red Sea.

The adventure: Uncover Jordan: Deserts, Petra and The Dead Sea

COLOMBIA

Trekking the wildlife-rich jungle trails of Tayrona National Park on the Caribbean coast (pictured)

Towering mountains, vivid-blue waves and dense jungle are the backdrop of this trek through Tayrona National Park, where the group can fully immerse themselves in the outdoors, appreciating the wildlife that calls the park home. And the trip ticks a lot more boxes for 18-to-Thirtysomethings too, with a big night out on the cobbles of Cartagena and time with the residents of the famous Comuna 13 in Medellin.

The adventure: Complete Colombia: Coastal Caribbean and Inland Hidden Gems 

CHINA

Conquering one of the best-preserved sections of the legendary Great Wall and hiking in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

When it comes to head-clearing hikes, where better than the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park? The otherworldly karst formations inspired the setting for Hollywood blockbuster Avatar, and this 18-to-Thirtysomethings trip is the only G Adventure to head there. Then there’s the chance to take on the Huairou County section of the Great Wall – with brag-worthy pictures from the 22 towers. These are just two extraordinary sites to witness on a trip packed with delicious cuisine and fascinating history.

The adventure: China: Natural Sites & City Lights 

MOROCCO

Sandboarding at sunset (pictured, top), riding waves on the Atlantic and kicking back during a beach bonfire

Few countries in the world serve up as much of a mix as Morocco – where adventures can be as high octane or as low key as travellers like. One minute the group’s screeching as they sandboard down golden dues as the sky turns pink, the next they’re catching their first waves and tumbling into the ocean, before resting weary limbs and reminiscing about the days gone by over a beach bonfire. Time in some of the best cities in Portugal and Spain up the epic rating even further. 

The adventure: Explore Spain, Portugal & Morocco: Coastal Waves & Desert Dunes

PAKISTAN 

Meeting inspirational entrepreneurs at a number of small women-owned business

It’s the ultimate under-the-radar destination. Handily, a trip to Pakistan isn’t just affordable, it’s crammed with jaw-dropping scenery, local interactions and mesmerising moments. After a morning trekking the Passu Glacier, the group will spend time at small women-owned businesses, like the Old House, a restaurant run by women supporting their families, and the Korgah Carpet Center, a local initiative creative by five entrepreneurial local women who aim to empower women in Hunza, improving their livelihoods through skills like traditional carpet weaving. In a 400-year-old Wakhi house, the group will hear the women’s stories while crafting their own woolen cap to bring home. Elsewhere on the the trip, there’s time in Khunjerab National Park – keeping eyes peeled for snow leopards, ibex, wolves and golden eagles.

The adventure: Pakistan: Karakoram Highway, Local Eats & Village Life

GREECE

Sipping coffee at Shedia Home, hearing how the non-profit cafe provides purpose to those experiencing homelessness in Athens

It’s a classic holiday destination, with a G Adventures twist. On a quest to show all sides of a country, this trip takes travellers to Shedia Home, a non-profit cafe in Athens where educational talks are given by the city’s residents who are experiencing homelessness. The group’s visit also means that the organisation’s Invisible Tours, led by a guide experiencing homelessness, gets the extra eyeballs it needs. From here, it’s on to historical sites, sun-dappled beaches and tranquil olive groves in Corfu and Santorini.

The adventure: Corfu to Santorini: Beach Days & Jaw-Dropping Views

About G Adventures 

G Adventures is the pioneer of community tourism and leader in small group travel, offering more than 800 life-changing trips in 100 countries on all seven continents. G Adventures’ award-winning trips support communities, giving travellers meaningful exchanges with local people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, while offering them the freedom and flexibility to explore on their own. G Adventures’ responsible approach to travel is demonstrated through its ‘G for Good’ social impact commitments, which include travel guidelines for children, wildlife and Indigenous people. The operator also has more than 100 community tourism projects built into its trips around the world, developed together with its non-profit partner, Planeterra.

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