10 Best Guided Group Tour Companies & Reviews | 2024/2025

Best Guided Group Tour Companies

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# 1
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4.7
18,069 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
Age Range: 35-55, 55+

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What they’re known for
Global trips to both classic and exotic destinations with a focus on themed adventures, exciting physical activities and discovery of local culture.
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4.7 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|18,069 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
With a huge range of trip styles and themes, they cater to basically every type of traveler out there- even those with super specific interests.
# 2
of 1118 matches
4.6
41,462 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, River Cruises
Age Range: 35-55, 55+
What they’re known for
Tours and experiences that include everything from the iconic sites to breaking bread with locals, guided by expert travel directors.
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4.6 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|41,462 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
Their travelers enjoy 24/7 travel expertise and dedicated service throughout the trips - everything is taken care of.

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# 3
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4.6
14,102 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : luxury
Trip Style: Group Tours, River Cruises
Age Range: 35-55, 55+
What they’re known for
Premium worldwide tours for curious travelers who want to get closer to the destination in comfort and style.
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4.6 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|14,102 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
They really care about everyone's individual needs on each tour and they have an incredible attention to detail.
# 4
of 1118 matches
4.5
613 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : luxury
Trip Style: Group Tours, Custom Itineraries
What they’re known for
Specially curated small-group luxury worldwide tours with unique VIP experiences.
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4.5 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|613 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
They understand that true luxury lies not only in lavish hotels and gourmet dining but also in the immersive experiences that leave a lasting memory.
# 5
of 1118 matches
5
53 reviews
Type : Local Specialist
Service level : luxury
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises, River Cruises, Custom Itineraries, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
Age Range: families, 35-55, 55+

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What they’re known for
Speciality tours to Nordic, Russian and Arctic destinations for all types of travelers looking to explore above the 50th parallel north.
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5 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|53 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
As a regional tour operator with a mostly Scandinavian staff, they are deeply familiar with the northern landscape.
# 6
of 1118 matches
4.5
4,514 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises
Age Range: families, students, 18-35, 35-55

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What they’re known for
Small group tours for active and adventurous travelers at a range of different price points and service levels.
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4.5 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|4,514 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.
# 7
of 1118 matches
4.9
2,195 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : luxury
Trip Style: Group Tours, River Cruises, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
Age Range: families, 18-35, 35-55, 55+
What they’re known for
VBT Cycling are renowned for offering exceptional guided and self-guided bicycle tours worldwide.
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4.9 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|2,195 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
Their unique emphasis on immersive cultural experiences combined with active exploration with personalized cycling experiences.
# 8
of 1118 matches
4.6
1,173 reviews
Type : Local Specialist
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
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4.6 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|1,173 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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# 9
of 1118 matches
4.7
6,059 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : budget
Trip Style: Group Tours, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises
Age Range: students, 18-35
What they’re known for
Social travel for 18-35 year olds around the world.
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4.7 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|6,059 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
Their trips create life-long memories for young people setting off to discover the world.
# 10
of 1118 matches
4.4
2,083 reviews
Type : Regional Expert
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours
What they’re known for
Worldwide budget tour packages with the travel essentials, with options to tailor your trip.
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4.4 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|2,083 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
Their value for money is incredible for the exceptional experiences they offer.
# 11
of 1118 matches
4.6
12,166 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
Age Range: families, 18-35, 35-55, 55+

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What they’re known for
Famous for our expert local guides that help ease the unknowns of adventure travel while bringing a unique richness and spontaneity to each and every
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4.6 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|12,166 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.
# 12
of 1118 matches
5
27 reviews
Type : Regional Expert
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises, Custom Itineraries, Independent / Self-Guided Packages

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What they’re known for
Active adventures across Argentina and Patagonia that include a range of activities like wine tasting and kayaking.
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5 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|27 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
They offer a unique way to connect with nature and locals through exciting voyages and expeditions that are sure to take your breath away.
# 13
of 1118 matches
4.8
5 reviews
Type : Local Specialist
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips
Age Range: families, students, 18-35, 35-55, 55+

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What they’re known for
Trekking and adventure holidays in Tanzania.
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4.8 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|5 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
They offer the knowledge and expert planning skills that make a hike to Kilimanjaro achievable.
# 14
of 1118 matches
5
4 reviews
Type : Local Specialist
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips, Custom Itineraries, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
Age Range: families, students, 18-35, 35-55

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What they’re known for
Lappet Faced Safaris and its experienced guides will show you all that you might imagining when you were thinking of going on a safari.
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5 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|4 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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# 15
of 1118 matches
5
2 reviews
Type : Local Specialist
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips, Custom Itineraries
What they’re known for
Unique, off-the-beaten-path safaris with special expertise in photography and bird-watching for inquisitive travelers.
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5 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|2 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
They provide safari experiences reflecting local knowledge of the environment rather than focusing on heavily-trafficked tourist routes.
# 16
of 1118 matches
5
2 reviews
Type : Local Specialist
Service level : budget
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips
Age Range: families, students
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5 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|2 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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# 17
of 1118 matches
5
129 reviews
Type : Local Specialist
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises, River Cruises, Custom Itineraries, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
Age Range: families, students
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5 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|129 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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# 18
of 1118 matches
5
122 reviews
Type : Local Specialist
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips, Small Ship & Expedition Cruises, Custom Itineraries, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
Age Range: students, 18-35, 35-55, 55+

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What they’re known for
Their affordable and authentic trips to Varanasi and other important Buddhist sites in India.
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5 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|122 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
They have a special focus on Varanasi and other holy places of Buddhism.
# 19
of 1118 matches
5
84 reviews
Type : Local Specialist
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips, Custom Itineraries, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
Age Range: families, students, 18-35, 35-55, 55+
What they’re known for
Providing expertise in East Africa trip planning for both luxury and mid-range budget travelers.
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5 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|84 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
They create great custom safaris that also expose their travelers to African culture.
# 20
of 1118 matches
5
11 reviews
Type : Local Specialist
Service level : luxury
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips, Custom Itineraries, Independent / Self-Guided Packages
Age Range: families
What they’re known for
Specialist tailor-made vacations to Portugal, Spain, Morocco and France.
Why we love them
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5 Avg. Rating for Guided Group Trips|11 Reviews for Guided Group Trips
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Why we love them
Delivers exceptional journeys to every client, giving them access to the most authentic and immersive experiences in Portugal,Spain,Morocco,and France
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Best Guided Group Tour Companies

Search 1,118 Guided Group tour operators and travel companies, with 28,868 reviews.
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4.7/5  Excellent
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Excellent
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Great
2,995
Average
312
Disappointing
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JoanT

Oct 2023

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Mallorca

Terrific: guides, hotels (except one hotel was not good), countryside, e-bikes, wineries, guests. I didn't like the late night group dinners that ended around 9:30 a...

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Cynthia Hix

Oct 2023

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BiBi and Anna….Best VBT Guides ever!

Our two lady guides made our trip a ten…..they were...

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Betsy Beach

Oct 2023

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Not Just About Cycling

This trip is not just cycling. The olive farm tour, the winery tour, and the salt production tour provided the opportunity to learn about Mallorca. The narrow roads ...

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Annie1

Oct 2023

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Mallorca....estacy in motion!!

For those considering what week to go or what to bring, we traveled Mid-April to beginning of May 2023. – it was 50’s at breakfast, 60’s when starting to ride and 70...

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NancyB33

Oct 2023

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Wonderful Trip

This trip was a great mixture of varied rides (flat to challenging), great scenery, a nice mixture of riding and visits to local fincas and places of interest (olive...

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