7 tour companies like Contiki for epic adventures

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Looking for a small group adventure? One that offers a more niche experience (like active adventures)? Contiki is a great fit.

But if you're looking to mix things up or can't find the exact tour you want, these tour companies are sure to pack a punch on your next vacation.

1. G Adventures

G Adventures offers small group tours that are sustainable and curated down to the choice of accommodation to ensure that you have a travel experience like no other.

Choose 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours for like-minded travellers
Sustainable travel using only local transportation
24/7 multilingual customer support

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2. Topdeck

Dedicated to 18–30-somethings travel, Topdeck has been taking like-minded travellers on tours around the globe since 1973.

Tours available in Europe, North America, Australia and New Zealand
Save money using early payment, past passenger, group travel, multi-trip and more discounts
Range of different tour types from coach tours and overland vehicles to sailing journeys and 4WD adventures
Full refund if you can't travel due to lockdowns or if you're diagnosed with COVID-19

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3. On The Go

You'll be in good hands with On The Go's tours which won Best Escorted Adventure Travel Company at the 2020 British Travel Awards.

Tours include 3–5 star accommodation, airport transfers and all local transportation
Open to all ages, rather than having strict age limits
Hosts special event tours such as Christmas, New Years, Thanksgiving, Anzac Day and Easter breaks
Alternate arrangements can be made if you contract COVID-19 before you trip

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4. Travel Talk

Aiming to provide the adventure of a lifetime without the high cost, Travel Talk offers a range of fun-spirited tours in Europe, North Africa, the Middle East and Asia.

Uses local tour guides to get a more authentic experience
Most travellers are 18–39, but all ages are welcome
Often has 2-for-1 or 50% off specials
No change fees 60 days prior to departure

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5. Busabout

Busabout lets you build your own trip around Europe, Asia and Africa using set bus routes. Alternatively, you can hop onto one of its set tours.

Tours include hot festival events like Oktoberfest and La Tomatina
Tours are for 18–70 year olds
Flexible hop-on, hop-off network of buses and tours

Busabout has suspended its service through to 2023. We'll update you when it's back up and running.

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6. Intrepid

Travel in small groups and explore places with local experts in your travel style of choice. Intrepid offers sustainable travel for everyone across various budgets and preferences.

Choose from 4 different travel styles to suit you best: Basix, Original, Comfort or Premium
Small tour groups with 10–16 people to a guide
All Intrepid guides are friendly and have local knowledge
Cancel up to 56 days prior to departure

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7. Adventure Tours Australia

Adventure Tours Australia may be small but its tour deals pack a punch. With trained local experts and a dedication to ensuring that every trip is an unforgettable one, you will fall in love with Australia all over again.

Explore all corners of Australia with a small group. Depending on the tour you're on, the largest vehicle will only fit 24 passengers
Budget-friendly option with different accommodation (and price) levels available
Customised tours available
Cancel 28 days or more prior to departure to have your deposit held in credit

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Tour companies like Contiki compared: Which one is the best?

Best company for	Which company and why?
Destinations	G Adventures and Intrepid offer the widest range of destinations, both hitting all continents including Antarctica.
Number of itineraries	Intrepid has the widest range of itineraries, with over 1,000 adventures available in over 100 countries.
Length of tours available	Intrepid offers both the longest and shortest tours, ranging from 1-day up to 112-day adventures.
Price	Intrepid offers the cheapest tours, with prices starting at just $100. It also offers the most expensive tours at $28,300 for once-in-a-lifetime expeditions.
Age restrictions	G Adventures offers both all-ages and youth-restricted tours.
Tour styles available	G Adventures, Top Deck, Intrepid and Adventure Tours Australia offer the widest range of tour styles, catering from budget backpackers to those looking to travel in comfort.
Single supplements	None of these companies require a single supplement. You will be paired with another traveller. However, each provider allows you to pay extra for a single room if you prefer to be alone.

- G Adventures: Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Caribbean, Central America, Europe, Middle East, North America, South America
- Topdeck: Africa, Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Europe, Middle East, North America
- Intrepid: Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Central America, Europe, Middle East, North America, South America, South Pacific
- On The Go: Africa, Asia, Central America, Europe, Middle East, South America
- Travel Talk: Africa, Asia, Europe, Middle East, South America
- Adventure Tours: Australia
- G Adventures: 607
- Topdeck: 60
- Intrepid: 1,000+
- On The Go: 100
- Travel Talk: 189
- Adventure Tours: 99
- G Adventures: 2–65 days
- Topdeck: 7–49 days
- Intrepid: 3–48 days
- On The Go: 3–57 days
- Travel Talk: 2–23 days
- Adventure Tours: 1–10 days
- G Adventures: $853–$22,499
- Topdeck: $839–$10,959
- Intrepid: $502–$11,030
- On The Go: $395–$15,625
- Travel Talk: $381–$6,269
- Adventure Tours: $195–$3,995
- G Adventures: All ages; youth-restricted tours available
- Topdeck: 18–39s only
- Intrepid: All ages
- On The Go: All ages
- Travel Talk: All ages (majority 18–39s)
- Adventure Tours: All ages
- G Adventures: Classic (comfortable tours that focus on culture and destination highlights), National Geographic Journeys (in-depth, exploration-focused tours), Active, 18-to-Thirtysomethings, Wellness, Marine, Rail, Family, Local Living
- Topdeck: Gap Year, Ski, Sailing, Short Breaks, Festivals, Winter Europe, Summer Europe, Explorer (smaller groups, in-depth regional tours)
- Intrepid: Basix (budget tours with basic accommodation), Original (mid-range accommodation and adventures without too many extras), Comfort (higher-end accommodation with a few extra inclusions), Premium
- On The Go: Group tours, Adventures, Family and Teen tours, Short Stays and Stopovers
- Travel Talk: Group tours, Ski holidays, Festivals
- Adventure Tours: Indigenous Culture, Overland, Wildlife, Australian Native Food, Short Breaks
Note: Some tour companies have their own names for their tour styles, so we've explained in a bit more detail what they are where needed.
- G Adventures: Not required, will be paired with other travellers. Can upgrade for single room.
- Topdeck: Not required, will be paired with other travellers. Can upgrade for single room.
- Intrepid: Not required, will be paired with other travellers. Can upgrade for single room.
- On The Go: Not required, will be paired with other travellers. Can get a single room at no extra cost on most tours.
- Travel Talk: Not required, will be paired with other travellers. Can upgrade for single room.
- Adventure Tours: Not required, will be paired with other travellers. Can upgrade for single room.

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7 tour companies like Contiki for epic adventures

Go somewhere you have never been and explore the world with travel deals from tour companies like Contiki.

1. G Adventures

G Adventures offers small group tours that are sustainable and curated down to the choice of accommodation to ensure that you have a travel experience like no other.

2. Topdeck

Dedicated to 18–30-somethings travel, Topdeck has been taking like-minded travellers on tours around the globe since 1973.

3. On The Go

You'll be in good hands with On The Go's tours which won Best Escorted Adventure Travel Company at the 2020 British Travel Awards.

4. Travel Talk

Aiming to provide the adventure of a lifetime without the high cost, Travel Talk offers a range of fun-spirited tours in Europe, North Africa, the Middle East and Asia.

5. Busabout

Busabout lets you build your own trip around Europe, Asia and Africa using set bus routes. Alternatively, you can hop onto one of its set tours.

6. Intrepid

Travel in small groups and explore places with local experts in your travel style of choice. Intrepid offers sustainable travel for everyone across various budgets and preferences.

7. Adventure Tours Australia

Adventure Tours Australia may be small but its tour deals pack a punch. With trained local experts and a dedication to ensuring that every trip is an unforgettable one, you will fall in love with Australia all over again.

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