Transformative Tours & Travel Packages 2024/2025
55 trips to Transformative tours from 222 tour companies. 1,491 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.
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Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.
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Lodging Level
Lodging Level
Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Physical Level
Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Theme
Attractions & Cities Visited
Activities & Interests
Travel Style
Travel Style
Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Solo Friendly
Solo Friendly
Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.
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Countries Visited
Continents Visited
Rivers & Seas Visitied
Stride Gives Back Stride Gives Back This trip visits a destination impacted by climate change. When you opt in to the Travelstride Gives Back program, we will donate 10% of our net revenue to organizations that help mitigate climate change in these destinations and across the globe. Learn more
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Majestic China & Yangtze River
14 days
$ 143 / day
$ 1,999
Travel Style :
Array
Full on
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- A cruise along the dramatic landscapes of the majestic Yangtze River highlights this journey through China´s “Golden Triangle Cities"
- Visit the Great Wall, which is one of the man-built architectures that can be seen from the low orbit of the earth.
- Visit to Tiananmen Square, the world-famous and historic Tiananmen Square, or “Gate of Heavenly Peace”. Located in the heart of Beijing
- Visit one of the three towns (depending on local river conditions): Shibaozhai, Fengdu, or Wanzhou.Shibaozhai's main attraction is a majestic 12-story tall wooden pagoda, built 400 years ago without use of a single nail.
- Spend the day free or take the tour to witness the famous "Terra Cotta Warriors."
- Visit the Shanghai Museum and view the exhibits of ancient Chinese art. Designed by a local Shanghai Architect
Beijing, Chongqing, Great Wall of China, Shanghai, Xian, Yangtze River, China
Japan Discovery 8 Days 6 Nights
8 days
$ 200 / day
$ 1,599
Travel Style :
Array
Full on
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Discover Tokyo
- Awesome journey to Mt Fuji, Japan's highest and most revered mountain
- Experience Kyoto, Japan's cultural heart
- Visit Osaka to visit Osaka Castle, an ancient Shitennjo-Ji Temple with spectacular views over Japan's second largest city
- Visit the famous Tsukiji Fish Market is the biggest wholesale fish
Mount Fuji, Osaka, Tokyo, Japan
Bangkok & Koh Samui 10 Days 8 Nights
10 days
$ 160 / day
$ 1,599
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Enjoy the scenic tour of Koh Samui’s highlights
- Discover Bangkok
- Enjoy visiting to Damnoen Saduak, one of Thailand’s most famous floating markets
- Visit the Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Trimitr) to see its solid-gold Buddha, and peek inside the Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)
- Visit the Elephant World Sanctuary for rescued elephants. Admire, feed and help bathe these incredible animals
Thailand
Majestic China & Yangtze River with Hong Kong
16 days
$ 162 / day
$ 2,599
Travel Style :
Array
Full on
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Opportunity to cruise along the dramatic landscapes of the majestic Yangtze River
- Visit the historic Terra Cotta Warriors in Xian
- Visit the Great Wall, which is one of the man-built architectures that can be seen from the low orbit of the earth
- A visit to Tiananmen Square, the world-famous and historic Tiananmen Square
Beijing, Chongqing, Great Wall of China, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Terra Cotta Warriors, The Forbidden City, Three Gorges Dam, Tiananmen Square, Victoria Peak, Xian, Yangshuo, Yangtze Delta, Yangtze River, Yichang, China
Best of Asia - Thailand and Beijing 11 Days 9 Nights
11 days
$ 145 / day
$ 1,599
Travel Style :
Array
Full on
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Luxury (5*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Visit the Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Trimitr) to see its solid-gold Buddha
- Discover Bangkok
- Explore Ayutthaya, home to the UNESCO-listed ruins of the medieval capital of Siam
- Explore Beijing
- Visit Qianmen Street was a commercial and entertainment hub due to its convenient location
- Tour to massive Great Wall, one of the man-built architectures that can be seen from the low orbit of the earth
Ayutthaya, Beijing, Great Wall of China, The Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Chile, Thailand
Tropical Thailand 10 Days 8 Nights
10 days
$ 160 / day
$ 1,599
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Discover Bangkok
- Visit Damnoen Saduak, one of Thailand’s most famous floating markets
- Explore Koh Samui a holiday island once favored by backpackers but now an upscale retreat
- Visit to Phang Nga province where we will visit the Buddha Cave Temple (Suwannakuha), also known as Monkey Temple
- Stunning scenery of the Andaman Sea by taking our optional tour to Phi Phi Island.
Phuket, Thailand
China Sampler
10 days
$ 330 / day
$ 3,299
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Luxury (5*)
Highlights
Visits:
- With only 16 guests or fewer, you’ll have a better vantage and more time at the Terra Cotta Army.
- Feel the ancient rhythms of Xian as you explore the Muslim market with an engaging, savvy resident.
- Delve into the traditional ways of China when you meet tea farmers at their home near Hangzhou.
- An intimate stroll along historic Pingjiang Road is the best way to appreciate the splendor of Suzhou’s centuries-old Song Dynasty architecture.
Beijing, Great Wall of China, Shanghai, Suzhou, Terra Cotta Warriors, The Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Xian, China
Mongolia & the Gobi Desert
16 days
$ 287 / day
$ 4,595
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Explore the Mongolia city
- Visit to Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
- Explore the Zanabazar Museum of Fine Arts
- Explore the western shore of Lake Khovsgol
- Experience camel riding in Gobi Desert
- Discover Yol Valley
Gobi Desert, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Romantic Villages of Alpine Europe
16 days
$ 250 / day
$ 3,995
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Enjoy a walking tour of scenic Stresa
- Visit Lake Brienz
- Enjoy an exclusive Discovery Series visit to a local distillery in Triesen
- Enjoy Interlaken tour
- Experience walking tour in Seefeld
- Opportunity to visit Innsbruck and see most of its medieval buildings, including its Baroque Cathedral
- Explore the Borromean Islands
Innsbruck, Munich, Zermatt, Germany, Italy, Liechtenstein, Switzerland
Cuba: A Bridge Between Cultures
12 days
$ 350 / day
$ 4,195
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Explore the cultural and historical sites of Cuba
- Discover local Cuban culture and family life
- Explore Havana and Cienfuegos
- Discover Cuban customs
Havana, Miami, Trinidad, Cuba
Venice, Florence, Rome & Sorrento
11 days
$ 244 / day
$ 2,686
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Explore Pisa where you’ll view the famous Piazza del Miracoli with its Leaning Tower
- Discover Pompeii, visit to the haunting site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit Sorrento
- Explore Rome, visit some of the stylish shops and galleries, visit a museum and sightsee
Assisi, Doge’s Palace, Florence, Naples, Pisa, Rome, Sorrento, Sydney, Venice, Italy
Thailand to Myanmar
12 days
$ 508 / day
$ 6,099
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Luxury (5*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Experience ancient Buddhist traditions when you join Bangkok residents for their daily alms ritual and meet with monks at Wat Pho.
- Head into the forests outside Chiang Mai to visit remote hill tribe villages and embark on a thrilling elephant safari.
- Ascend to the top of an ancient pagoda to watch as the sun sets over the temples of Bagan and visit remote pagodas by horse-drawn cart.
- Enjoy a leisurely 2-night stay on Inle Lake where traditions endure as they have for centuries; this enchanting gem is rarely included on other tours.
Bagan, Chiang Mai, Lake Inle, Mandalay, Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon, Burma (Myanmar), Thailand
Discover Africa
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
10 days
$ 880 / day
$ 8,799
Travel Style :
Array
Full on
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Discover Cape Town one of the world’s most beautiful drives.
- Explore Chobe River’s fascinating game viewing.
- Enjoy the river cruise in Zambezi River
- Opportunity to view Victoria Falls, one of the greatest natural wonders on earth
- Enjoy the Cruise along the Zambezi River.
Cape of Good Hope, Chobe National Park, Johannesburg, Kasane, Livingstone, Robben Island, Table Mountain, Victoria Falls, Zambezi River, South Africa
Heart of Germany
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
7 days
$ 257 / day
$ 1,798
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Luxury (5*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Explore the cobblestone streets of Rothenburg
- Opportunity to see red sandstone ruins of Heidelberg Castle
- Visit fascinating Bamberg town which is know as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Discover Nuremberg
Bamberg, Frankfurt, Heidelberg, Heidelberg Castle, Nuremberg, Germany
Highlights of South Africa
20 days
$ 225 / day
$ 4,495
Travel Style :
Array
Full on
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Explore Cape Town
- Explore Kruger National Park
- Embark on a full-day Intimate African Safari game drive
- Get an opportunity to visit George, Drostdy Museum and Stellenbosch
- Visit the fascinating Apartheid Museum, where the history of nearly 50 years of unequal rights
- Learn about Swazi Cultural
- Set off for a game-viewing drive through the Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve
Cape of Good Hope, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Table Mountain, South Africa, Swaziland
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