Transformative Group Tours & Trip Packages

Transformative Group Tours & Trips

540 Transformative trips. Tours from 209 tour companies. 731 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan Summer Combo Tour
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5/5 Excellent
2 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore Ashgabat with white marble buildings lit up by brightly coloured neon lights, Ashgabat is a truly spectacular place after dark
  • Visit Nisa, a UNESCO site which was once the capital of the Parthian Empire
  • Discover Dashoguz, Uzbek border and Khiva
  • Explore Samarqand is likely to be the famous and spectacular Registan Square which is flanked by three beautifully decorated
  • Visit Romanenko Fashion Show House, a place that is difficult to describe

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Enjoyed my time in the DPRK with these guys, the guides are excellent and really know their stuff, would use again for sure"

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Bangkok to Singapore Adventure
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4.2/5 Great
6 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Kuala Lumpur

Highlights

  • Visit Kuala Lumpur, Surat Thani and Bangkok
  • Experience the nature beauty by visiting Cameron Highlands
  • Discover Penang and Malacca
  • Visit historical places like Langkawi
  • Experience the boat ride in Cheow Lan Lake

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Singles Travel, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"The most unprofessional tour. The tour guide was nasty and made us walk miles because she didn't want to pay for transportation. It was not luxurious in the least bit, I would've been better off just going with friends. Save yourself from a horrible trip. Singles International is very professional and a better bet."

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6 Days Machame Route Kilimanjaro Hike
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5/5 Excellent
1 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Camping
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Mt. Kilimanjaro

Highlights

  • Enjoy the awesome trekking early before sunrise as the walk over the Great Rift Valley
  • Enjoy the hike to Barranco Hut, you will climb up through the edge of great Barranco Wall
  • See the Shira Hut, you will hike to Lava Tower (15,000 feet) to acclimatize and then proceed down to Barranco Camp
  • Fascinating Machame Camp, you will cross the stream onto its west bank and follow the path up the steep rocky ridge

Themes

Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"The most beautiful holiday country I have ever visited All that I've seen, far exceeded my expectations. Especially the gorillas. We had a fantastic guide Anthony Kato. He brought us each day along bumpy, smooth and non asphalted roads to our lodge. Most lodges I found good. Our guide has told much about Uganda, such as habits, tradition, the population and so on. Thought it was clever that he knew a lot about the animals in the park. I got through his explanation a very different and positive image of Uganda. Sure to recommend Uganda and Scenic Trails Safaris to others."

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Dolomites Hut Hike
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5/5 Excellent
3 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Dolomites

Highlights

  • Visit Cortina d’Ampezzo is a classic Dolomites village
  • Enjoy the hike up through the Alpe di Lagazuoi to the Rifugio Lagazuoi (gaining 2,530′) through this vast limestone plateau.
  • Explore col Negro di Coldai, which looks over at the towering west face of Monte Civetta
  • Drive to Ra Stua, this pleasant hike offers our first views of the Tofane, the Croda Rossa and the Croda del Becco.

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"A fabulously run tour company, offering top-notch cultural itineraries. We just returned from Vivaldi in Venice, where the program was excellent in every way."

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New Orleans Southern Hospitality
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5/5 Excellent
7 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

New Orleans

Highlights

  • Experience New Orleans by day and by night, on a driving city tour aboard your deluxe motorcoach with your own local guide, plus and evening Bourbon St. stroll
  • Unforgettable live jazz entertainment and signature New Orleans cocktails - including the (in)famous Hurricane at Pat O'Brien's!
  • Enjoy 4 nights at in the heart of downtown New Orleans, just steps from the shops, jazz, and fun of the French Quarter, the lucky action of Harrah’s Casino, and the excitement of Magazine Street. Your charming hotel artfully blends old world charm with modern comforts— premium pillow-top beds, coffee makers, laundry facilities, lobby cocktail lounge, spa, and pool.
  • Plenty of leisure time to explore the many sights, tastes, and sounds of the French Quarter

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Would just like to thank Starr, Penny and our driver Chick for a great trip to Cape Cod this past weekend. Was the first time for my mom and I on an overnight trip, and everything worked out great. Thank you!"

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Volunteer with Elephants in Thailand
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4.6/5 Excellent
21 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Chiang Mai

Highlights

  • The goal of this project is to have semi-wild herds of elephants living, socializing, and foraging in their natural habitat, supervised by their mahouts around their local village.
  • Volunteers can learn about elephant behavior and contribute directly to the elephants’ lives by providing working alternatives for the owners, mahouts (elephant keepers) and villagers
  • Learn about elephant history, behavior, training, biology, social skills, and more.

Themes

Education / Learning, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative, Volunteering & Community Service

What travelers are saying

"I can honestly say that joining the GVI Turtle and Lemon Shark Conservation Project was the best thing I have ever done. It is an experience I will value for the rest of my life. Right from the very beginning with the field manual I knew this trip was going to be amazing but nothing can prepare you for how stunning it is. I remember one day, I was chilling in the hammock before dinner when I saw a juvenile Lemon Shark and a ray. I called everyone and we watched the shark almost beach itself on a few occasions. However the best experience for me was when I was lucky enough to see not 1 or 2 but 3 Hawksbill Turtles lay their eggs all in one day. It was magical. The staff were so knowledgeable and were always happy to help. I have learnt to cook food for 25 people with very limited cooking equipment and ingredients, loved every Friday BBQ night and made friends for life."

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Galapagos Island Hopping
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4.7/5 Excellent
20 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Galapagos, Isabela Island, Otavalo, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

  • See the Otavalo Market
  • Visit Mindo cloud forest
  • Visit a working chocolate farm
  • See hummingbirds and listen to a frog symphony
  • Hike through the Mindo cloud forest
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Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"It took us two days, four airports to get to the start of our tour and then additional four days to get our luggage. We spent most of days shopping for essentials rather than enjoying our holiday. I had paid £8,000 for this holiday. 1) Travelshere tried to take money out my account twice. I had to contact my bank to get the transaction number to prove to them that I had paid. 2) Three weeks before departure they completely changed our flights ( presumably they got a cheaper deal) 3) Sent to us to wrong terminal for our flight, had to rush over to the right terminal 4) Madrid was snowed under, so the flights were delayed and there was no way we were going to make the connection, so they split the group. The main group was sent direct to destination from London and two couple with Indian names were sent to Madrid, knowing well that they were not going to make the connection. 5) The guide went with the main group and we were left to organise our way to the destination. 6) After four airports, endless queuing and two days we got to our destination ( so we lost two days holidays and the excursion), minus the luggage. No glutton free meals, so my wife traveled long distance without any food. 7) It took five days to get our luggage, so we spent most our spare time shopping for essentials in foreign land with limited local language skills. No help from any one. 8) When I complained, I got this terse letter while I am on holidays. Unfortunately, I can’t copy and paste this letter, which would have conveyed their attitude to whole mess. There were so many issues that I can’t list all of them. Needless to say I shared my experience of this company with my family, friends, work colleagues and fellow travelers."

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Simply Jersey
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4.7/5 Excellent
20 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit the famous Jersey War Tunnels, a spine-chilling reminder of the dark years of the island’s German Occupation
  • Enjoy the photographic scenery, and will also include a visit to the famous Jersey Pearl Centre
  • Visit the Living Legend Village, where you can immerse yourself in Jersey’s fascinating history
  • Explore one of the island’s picturesque beaches for a day or maybe visit Jersey Zoo

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"It took us two days, four airports to get to the start of our tour and then additional four days to get our luggage. We spent most of days shopping for essentials rather than enjoying our holiday. I had paid £8,000 for this holiday. 1) Travelshere tried to take money out my account twice. I had to contact my bank to get the transaction number to prove to them that I had paid. 2) Three weeks before departure they completely changed our flights ( presumably they got a cheaper deal) 3) Sent to us to wrong terminal for our flight, had to rush over to the right terminal 4) Madrid was snowed under, so the flights were delayed and there was no way we were going to make the connection, so they split the group. The main group was sent direct to destination from London and two couple with Indian names were sent to Madrid, knowing well that they were not going to make the connection. 5) The guide went with the main group and we were left to organise our way to the destination. 6) After four airports, endless queuing and two days we got to our destination ( so we lost two days holidays and the excursion), minus the luggage. No glutton free meals, so my wife traveled long distance without any food. 7) It took five days to get our luggage, so we spent most our spare time shopping for essentials in foreign land with limited local language skills. No help from any one. 8) When I complained, I got this terse letter while I am on holidays. Unfortunately, I can’t copy and paste this letter, which would have conveyed their attitude to whole mess. There were so many issues that I can’t list all of them. Needless to say I shared my experience of this company with my family, friends, work colleagues and fellow travelers."

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Transformative Reviews & Ratings

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Tour-the COVID tour

May 2020

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How to not go tour Morocco

I booked with G Adventures over a year prior to the tour. The primary reason was the 100% guaranteed departures and 24 hour communication. 1 week before I was to lea...

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Selfish and Lacking Integrity

Apr 2020

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Its my money not yours. No service means no pay!

I am so fully disheartened and disgusted by the handling of G Adventures with this crisis. We paid over 7,000 for our honeymoon tour in Morocco. It was fully paid fo...

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Emma

Oct 2015

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Extremely well organised, great mixture between organised

Extremely well organised, great mixture between organised and free time. Great travelling by train

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John

Oct 2015

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The format of the trip enabled two

The format of the trip enabled two significant factors to coincide to make the entire experience overwhelmingly positive. 1. Our trip guide - Yuri Awanohara, made th...

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Fenella

Oct 2015

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Great introduction to the country. Variety of

Great introduction to the country. Variety of activities and all well planned by guide Yuri

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Transformative Tour Selection Trips

  • Transformative travel may sound like a lofty term, but it really is one of the best ways to describe certain tours. Keep an open mind!
  • These kinds of tours are often challenging emotionally. You may find yourself in the midst of poverty, or learn about some devastating effects on local wildlife due to human activity.
  • Discovering and learning about different cultural perspectives is a key component of transformative travel. Ask a lot of questions and listen closely - you may be surprised as your perspective begins to shift.
  • Being out in nature is another key component on transformative tours. Reconnect with your soul on a fundamental level through outdoor meditation and invigorating activity.
  • The world today is very individual focused. Particularly younger people are used to maintaining their own world from their palm - across social media platforms and other apps. Transformative travel will present you with the unique opportunity to challenge this way of life and participate in a community atmosphere off the internet - both with your tour companions and with the people you meet.

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