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

Best Small Group Tour Companies

Search 569 Small Group tour operators and travel companies, with 24,752 reviews.

# 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 Small Group Trips|18,069 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Exodus Travels company reviews
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 569 matches
4.6
41,458 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 Small Group Trips|41,458 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Trafalgar company reviews
Why we love them
Their travelers enjoy 24/7 travel expertise and dedicated service throughout the trips - everything is taken care of.
# 3
of 569 matches
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 Small Group Trips|14,102 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Insight Vacations company reviews
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 569 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 Small Group Trips|613 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Luxury Gold company reviews
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 569 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 Small Group Trips|53 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All 50 Degrees North company reviews
Why we love them
As a regional tour operator with a mostly Scandinavian staff, they are deeply familiar with the northern landscape.
# 6
of 569 matches
4.6
12,159 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 Small Group Trips|12,159 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Explore! company reviews
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.
# 7
of 569 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 Small Group Trips|4,514 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Intrepid Travel company reviews
Why we love them
They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.
# 8
of 569 matches
5
896 reviews
Type : Global Operator
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, students, 18-35, 35-55, 55+

Health Safety

What they’re known for
Doing detailed research and preparation to create perfect trips that uncover the best things to do and places to eat.
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5 Avg. Rating for Small Group Trips|896 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Charlie The Traveler company reviews
Why we love them
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# 9
of 569 matches
4.9
121 reviews
Type : Regional Expert
Service level : luxury
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips, Custom Itineraries
What they’re known for
Emphasizing direct communication with travelers to ensure they select the right trip for them and are prepared for the journey.
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4.9 Avg. Rating for Small Group Trips|121 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Realistic Asia company reviews
Why we love them
They focus on the details to ensure that their travelers get a great introduction to their home country of Vietnam.
# 10
of 569 matches
4.4
22,103 reviews
Type : Global Operator
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Group Tours, Private Guided Trips, Custom Itineraries
Age Range: families, 18-35, 35-55, 55+
What they’re known for
Super affordable and carefully curated private, custom or group trip packages to destinations all over the world.
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4.4 Avg. Rating for Small Group Trips|22,103 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Exoticca company reviews
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
# 11
of 569 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 Small Group Trips|27 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Qwerty Travel Argentina company reviews
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.
# 12
of 569 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

Health Safety

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 Small Group Trips|4 Reviews for Small Group Trips
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# 13
of 569 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 Small Group Trips|2 Reviews for Small Group Trips
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# 14
of 569 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 Small Group Trips|129 Reviews for Small Group Trips
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# 15
of 569 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+

Health Safety

What they’re known for
Their affordable and authentic trips to Varanasi and other important Buddhist sites in India.
Why we love them
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5 Avg. Rating for Small Group Trips|122 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Varanasi Excursion company reviews
Why we love them
They have a special focus on Varanasi and other holy places of Buddhism.
# 16
of 569 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.
Why we love them
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5 Avg. Rating for Small Group Trips|84 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Explorer Kenya Safaris company reviews
Why we love them
They create great custom safaris that also expose their travelers to African culture.
# 17
of 569 matches
5
23 reviews
Type : Local Specialist
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Private Guided Trips
Age Range: 18-35, 35-55
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5 Avg. Rating for Small Group Trips|23 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Lights on Africa Safaris company reviews
# 18
of 569 matches
5
16 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, 18-35, 35-55, 55+
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5 Avg. Rating for Small Group Trips|16 Reviews for Small Group Trips
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# 19
of 569 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 Small Group Trips|11 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Iberian Escapes company reviews
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
# 20
of 569 matches
4.6
7 reviews
Type : Local Specialist
Service level : standard
Trip Style: Private Guided Trips, Custom Itineraries
Age Range: families, students, 18-35, 35-55, 55+
What they’re known for
Tailor-made African safaris with a personalised service
Why we love them
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4.6 Avg. Rating for Small Group Trips|7 Reviews for Small Group Trips
All Dusty Roads Adventures & Tours company reviews
Why we love them
Dusty Roads Adventures has a real commitment to authenticity in their trips, with a real dedication to providing visitors with a transformative trip.
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Best Small Group Tour Companies

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The time in the Pantanal was amazing. Did the day trip to see the jaguars which was a long day, but worth it. Lots of animals around the lodge too. If you are lucky,...

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Pure Brazil

Visit to the pantanal. Amazing lodge and wildlife.

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Pure Brazil

Covered the highlights of Brazil making sure the traveller saw the best of its highlights with sufficient enough time to take in the various areas and experience wha...

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Pure Brazil was one of the few tours that covered my personal highlights of the country, Amazon, Pantanal, Iguazu falls and Rio. Accommodation overall was both comfo...

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