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About Backpacking Tours

We started in 2013 with a 21-day "Backpacking Through Thailand" tour. Today, we offer many group tours, private and volunteer programs around the world!

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Happy backpacker holds a plate of Pad Thai at an outdoor cooking class in Thailand.Thailand

5 STARS ALL THE WAY! I absolutely loved my time on this tour. It was my fist time traveling alone and I can say I've met some life long friends from all over the world. The tour was perfect as you got to see so many places and things that you wouldn't think to book or research yourself. It was also the perfect amount of group time/ free time. Where do I even begin to explain the tour guides, S and Jhony not only did you blow my mind with all the information and background of everything but you became friends instead of tour guides.
Would highly recommend to ANYONE looking to travel Thailand.

Janet S.Reviewed 25 May 2018
Neon billboards towering over the crowds in Tokyo's Akihabara Electric TownJapan
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I was on the 17 day Japan trip. One of the best trips I have ever been on. Lachie was great, never had to worry about anything because he had it handled.

Travellers walking across the world's busiest intersection in ShibuyaJapan
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The 17 day tour of Japan was a trip of a lifetime with many thanks to our group leader Lachie! He effortlessly brought us around Japan allowing us to switch off our brains and fully enjoy the experience. He used his history knowledge to give us greater insight into the places we visited (Hiroshima, Kyoto, Osaka, etc). And lastly, he ensured that everyone felt included and was tapped into how the group felt as a whole which is a vital skill for this profession. I couldn't recommend this trip more ☺️

Visitors show respect with a traditional wai gesture before a golden Buddha statue in Bangkok.Thailand

This trip with Backpacking Tours has been phenomenal. S was an outstanding guide who treated us like family and made sure we saw the best of Thailand. Their local knowledge was invaluable, and their friendly demeanour made all the difference. The trip was the perfect blend of excitement and relaxation, with everything organised to the highest standard. Truly a top-quality tour.

Callum F.Reviewed 5 February 2024
A person in white robes walks across a red courtyard towards a grand mosque with domes and minarets.India
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Just finished the India 13 day trip with Dev as my group leader, it was absolutely incredible. Dev is amazing at his job & made everyone feel safe & comfortable at all times. I traveled to India with my partner & as an LQBT+ couple we were nervous to travel India but Dev insured us we were safe 100% of the time. He looked out for everyone on the trip. The trip itself was also amazing! We saw so so many sights & ended on a high with sunrise at the Taj Mahal! Amazing trip. 10/10.

Three happy backpackers pose on a wall with the iconic Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.Australia
Partner

I joined the 28‑day East Coast tour and it was honestly the best experience of my life. Maddie was our group leader and she made the whole trip fun, easy, and genuinely memorable. She created such a comfortable and welcoming vibe in the group, couldn’t have asked for anyone better.

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