What we’re about
A really warm welcome to Travel Buddies!
We are a small independent company that specializes in bespoke group travel as we feel experiences are better shared and there is so much to gain from travelling together.
We started up in 2013 and have 4 groups in the UK which meet for social events, the chance to meet other members, get involved and talk travel.
We plan trips all over the world, from weekends away in Europe to long haul trips in far off destinations, and have had amazing experiences worldwide whilst making great new friends and sharing unforgettable moments together.
If its adventure that you crave, culture, relaxation or doing something completely different there are trips to suit every type of traveller and every budget.
We hope to see you at a meet up soon and look forward to travelling with you and making more unforgettable memories!
We’ve got the most fantastic itinerary idea for you that explores some of the region’s most beautiful destinations. Imagine spending a few nights in the vibrant coastal city of Cadiz, followed by a visit to the spectacular, breathtaking mountain town of Ronda, and then continuing on to the stunning, historic city of Cordoba for a few more nights. This journey offers the most wonderful blend of culture, architecture, and scenery, showcasing the unique charm of Andalusia. It’s a chance to experience the region’s rich history and diverse influence, creating a truly memorable travel experience. Let me tell you more about it…
Please click on the link below to see the full itinerary.
Unwind in Andalusia: Cadiz, Cordoba and the Magic of Ronda
What's Included
- 7 nights at 3 and 4* hotels
- Breakfast each morning
- Travel Buddies host
- Sunset catamaran trip with drink
- 48 hour Hop on/off pass in Cadiz
- 24 hour Hop on/off pass in cordoba
- Andalusian horse and flamenco show in the Royal Stables of Cordoba
- Guided walking tour in Ronda
- Return airport transfers.
- Train ticket Ronda - Cordoba
What's not included
- Entrance fees, transport fees and meals other than those listed above.
- International Flights
Flight’s
You need to book your own flights and they are with Jet 2 and include a 10 KG hand luggage, you can also add more luggage if you wish to do so. Below is the flight that the tour leader will be going on.
If you would prefer to travel from an alternative UK airport or book a different flight, that is absolutely fine. Please let us know when you book. You will need to arrange your own hotel transfers.
Please note that we are flying into Jerez (Cadiz )but the return flight is from Malaga when booking your flights.
20/06/2025 - Depart Birmingham 08.00- Arrive Jerez 11.50
Flight Number LS1395
27/06/2025 - Depart Malaga 12.25 - Arrive Birmingham 14.30
Flight Number LS1024
COST
The price of the above tour is £899. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:
A non refundable deposit of £200. If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The balance of £699 needs to be paid by the 6th April 2025. If you are having a room to yourself for the 7 nights the balance is £959.
Please note that the room type you choose (Sharing or solo room) will NOT be amendable.
Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0060432 Your First and Last Name
Please note that we do not accept credit card
To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit:
Protected Trust Services
By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:
Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions
When you RSVP to a trip you will be asked the following questions please take a moment to fill in all of the answers.
What is your full name? What is your contact number? What is your email address? Do you know the travel buddy you wish to share a room with? Do you wish to have a room for yourself for a supplement of £260.
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.
By paying the deposit for this trip you are confirming that you are physically able to participate in all aspects of this trip unassisted.
Physical accessibility:
This tour is suitable for Travel Buddies with medium fitness & normal mobility. It involves full days of sightseeing, often on foot, and includes some climbing of stairs, and getting on and off coaches and boats. This tour is not suitable for anyone with walking difficulties.
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See all- Prague 4* 4 Night Break with Jazz Dinner River Cruise and Day Tour to Kutna HoraBIRMINGHAM AIRPORT, Birmingham£589.00
Join Travel Buddies as we head off to explore Prague on this 4 night break in Spring.
- Stay in a gorgeous 4* hotel for 4 nights with breakfast each morning
- Visit Kutna Hora the famous bone Church on a full day trip from Prague
- Enjoy a 3 course Jazz dinner cruise as we sail down the Vltava river
Please click on the link to see the full itinerary.
Prague 4* 4 Night Break with Jazz Dinner River Cruise and Day Tour to Kutna HoraWhat's Included
- 4 nights staying at the 4* Hotel Opera
- Breakfast each morning
- Return airport transfers
- Travel Buddies host
- 3 hour alternative Prague walking tour
- Fully guided day tour of Kutna Hora including entrance fees and train tickets. (lunch not included)
- Evening Jazz river boat trip including 3 course meal
What's not included
- Entrance fees, transport fees and meals other than those listed above.
- Flights
You need to book your own flights and they are with Jet 2 and are currently £169.15 including 10kg luggage. I would advise to book your flight as soon as possible after booking on to the trip as they are likely to rise the sooner we get to the date of departure. Below is the flight that Di will be going on.
If you would prefer to travel from an alternative UK airport or book a different flight, that is absolutely fine. Please let us know when you book. You will need to arrange your own hotel transfers and can meet the group on arrival.
21/04/2025 - Depart Birmingham 17.05. Arrive Prague 20.10
Flight Number LS127725/04/2025 - Depart Prague 16.45 . Arrive Birmingham 18.00
Flight Number LS1278COST
The price of the above tour is £589. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:A non refundable deposit of £100. If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The balance of £489 needs to be paid by the 5th March to the following account.
Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0058135 Your First and Last NamePlease note that we do not accept credit card
To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit:
Protected Trust ServicesBy paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:
Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & ConditionsDifficulty Rating.
We have rated this as a moderate difficulty rating. On some days there is a fair amount of walking involved and to ensure everyone's enjoyment we ask that you consider this before deciding to join the group .By paying the deposit for this trip you are confirming that you are physically able to participate in all aspects of this trip unassisted.
When you RSVP to a trip you will be asked the following questions please take a moment to fill in all of the answers.What is your full name? What is your contact number? What is your email address? Do you know the travel buddy you wish to share a room with? Do you wish to have a room to yourself for a supplement of £120/160. Would you like Chicken, Pork, Salmon or the Vegetarian option for the evening dinner boat cruise?
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.
By paying the deposit for this trip you are confirming that you are physically able to participate in all aspects of this trip unassisted.
Please message us on Meet-up if you have any further questions.We are really excited to have you join us.
- The Epic Arctic Adventure.Svalbard During the Midnight sun Including many ToursLondon Heathrow Airport, Hounslow£1,899.00
TRIP NOW FULL.
Join Travel Buddies as we head to Longyearbyen in Svalbard to embark on this epic 5 night adventure during the Midnight Sun, where it never gets dark.
This tour is packed with incredible excursions and opportunities to see arctic wildlife.... perhaps even Polar bears as this is the best time of year.Please click here to see the full itinerary
The Epic Arctic Adventure.Svalbard During the Midnight sun Including many Tours
What's Included
- 5 nights staying at Mary-Ann’s Polarrigg sharing a twin room. Upgrade to your own room for £180 for the 5 nights.
- Breakfast each day
- Return airport transfers and all transfers
- Travel Buddies host
- Wildlife and glacier tour with a catamaran boat
- 3 course Dinner Cruise under the Midnight Sun
- Blomsterdalen. Summit Hike and Global Seed Vault tour
- Longyearbyen Panorama Snowcat Safari into the Mountains.
- Ice cave hike into the Frozen World tour
- Walrus Sarari to Borebukta with Hybrid boat
What's not included
- Entrance fees, transport fees and meals other than those listed above.
- Flights
You need to book your own flights and they are with Scandinavian Airlines, they are currently £313.39 and include a 23kg luggage. Please do not book your flight as we need to wait until 5 people have RSVP’d until we can give the go ahead to book flights.
Below is the flight that Emma will be going on. If you would prefer to travel from an alternative UK airport or book a different flight, that is absolutely fine. Please let us know when you book. You will need to arrange your own hotel transfers.
06/05/25 Outbound Non Direct
Depart London Heathrow 07.05 Arrive Oslo 10.15 Flight Number SK802Depart Oslo 11.15 Arrive Longyearbyen 14.10 Flight Number SK4490
11/05/25 Inbound Non Direct
Depart Longyearbyen 07.35 Arrive Oslo 10.30 Flight Number SK4499Depart Oslo 13.15 Arrive London Heathrow 14.35 Flight Number SK805
COST
The price of the above tour is £1899. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:
A non refundable deposit of £400. If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The second payment of £600 needs to be paid by the 6th of December and the balance of £899 by the 22nd March. If you are having a room to yourself the balance is £1079.
Please note that the room type you choose (Sharing or solo room) will NOT be amenable.Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0034232 Your First and Last Name
Please note that we do not accept credit card
To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit:
Protected Trust Services
By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:
Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions
When you RSVP to a trip you will be asked the following questions please take a moment to fill in all of the answers.
What is your full name? What is your contact number? What is your email address? Do you know the travel buddy you wish to share a room with? Do you wish to have a room to yourself for a supplement of £180
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.
By paying the deposit for this trip you are confirming that you are physically able to participate in all aspects of this trip unassisted.
Please message us on Meet-up if you have any further questions.We are really excited to have you join us.
Not open - All Encompassing Kuala Lumpur and Borneo. Wildlife, Rainforests and Beaches.Heathrow Airport, Middlesex£1,899.00
Please note that this trip ends on the 25th of May at 05.55.
Join us on this incredible journey that starts in the Capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, and sees us making our way across to the untouched jungles and Rainforests of Eastern Borneo's states of Sabah and Sarawak culminating at a beachfront paradise oasis. Wildlife is your passion, this is one of the best places in the world to explore and enjoy.
- Stay at the stunning 5* Arte by Thomas Chan Hotel in Kuala Lumpur
- Explore the Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Sun Bear Sanctuary
- Head into the wild with a 3 night 4 day tour of Turtle island and stay in a lodge on the Kinabatangan River
- Comprehensive tour including both states of Eastern Borneo, Sabah and Sarawak.
We have decided to offer 2 versions of this tour. The full one is as per itinerary.
For those members that have perhaps visited Kuala Lumpur before or who simply would prefer to join the group for the Borneo aspect of the tour that is absolutely fine.
Please ensure that your international flight arrives into Kota Kinabalu on the 14th May so you can join the group at the hotel. If you prefer to do this the prices are as follows:
Tour not including Kuala Lumpur Element sharing a twin room for 7 of the nights out of 10 and a room to yourself for 3 nights £1499. Supplement for a room of your own for the duration £275.Please click on the link below to see the full itinerary.
All Encompassing Beautiful Borneo. Wildlife, Rainforests and Beaches With Optional 3 nights in Kuala LumpurWhat's Included
- 10 nights staying across 5 locations from 3*to 5* hotels
- 4 Days 3 nights package including all excursions, meals and accommodation
- Internal flight Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu including 20 kg Luggage Allowance
- Internal flight from Sandakan to Kuching including a 20kg luggage allowance
- Travel Buddies host
- All transfers as stated.
- Evening Food tour in Kuala Lumpur
- Full day tour of Kuala Lumpur highlights (entrance fees and lunch not included)
- Afternoon river, dinner and fireflies tour from Kota Kinabalu
- Return Ferry tickets to Gaya Island
- East to west Day transfer with stops
What's not included
- Entrance fees, transport fees such as taxis, buses or tuk tuks that are not mentioned above.
- Meals other than those listed above.
- International Flights
You need to book your own flights and they are with Malaysia Airlines and include a 20kg luggage and are currently £850. I would advise to book your flight as soon as possible after booking on to the trip as they are likely to rise the sooner we get to the date of departure. Below is the flight that Moira will be going on.
Direct - Please note that you will be flying into Kuala Lumpur and departing from Kuching.
10/05/25- Depart London Heathrow Terminal 4. 11.00 Arrive Kuala Lumpur 07.15+1
Flight Number MH003Non Direct
24/05/25 - Depart Kuching 20.40 Arrive Kuala Lumpur 22.30
Depart Kuala Lumpur 23.30 Arrive London Heathrow Terminal 4. 05.55
Flight Numbers MH2597 and MH002COST
The price of the above tour is £1899. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:
A non refundable deposit of £300. If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The second payment of £700 needs December 1st 2024 and the balance of £899 needs to be paid by the 20th March 2025 .Please note that the room type you choose (Sharing or solo room) will NOT be amenable.
Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0035776 Your First and Last Name
Please note that we do not accept credit card
To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit:
Protected Trust Services
By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:
Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & ConditionsVisa Information.
British nationals do not need a visa to visit Malaysia. You will normally be allowed to stay for 90 days on arrival. If you are travelling on a passport from a different country please get in touch and we can advise.Moira is hosting this trip for the group. She is a much loved host .We are really excited to have you join us.
Not open - 9 Days Tour of Calabria. The Gorgeous Undiscovered “Tip of The Italian Boot”London Stansted Airport, London£999.00
LAST SPACE FOR A MALE TO SHARE A TWIN ROOM WITH ANOTHER MALE AVAILABLE.
Calabria, in the toe of Italy’s boot, is a region where you can find spectacular beaches, mountains, gorgeous hilltop towns, unique and delicious food, and a rich cultural heritage.
During our 9 day tour we will spend time in 3 different gorgeous locations Cosenza, Tropea and Reggio Calabria and explore the region by means of boats, trains and automobiles….
- Wander down the 'most beautiful kilometre in Italy', Lined by Art Nouveau buildings and adorned with palm trees.
- Stroll along some of the best beaches on the Italian Mainland
- Stay at 3 handpicked accommodations, a hotel, a historic villa and a traditional B&B
- Dine on delicious regional Italian food. Think sun drenched tomatoes, sweet red onions , spicy homemade sausage and Tartufo dessert.
To view the full itinerary please follow the link below...
9 Days Tour of Calabria. The Gorgeous Undiscovered “Tip of The Italian Boot”
What's Included
- 8 nights accommodation
- Breakfast each morning
- Travel Buddies host
- All hotel to hotel and airport to hotel transfers by private vehicle or train.
- Guided walking tour of Cosenza
- Guided walking tour of Pizzo
- Evening boat tour to Stromboli
- Cave boat tour with aperitif and prosecco
What's not included
- Entrance fees, transport fees and meals other than those listed above
- International Flights
Flight’s
You need to book your own flights and they are with Ryanair. Below is the flight that Kate will be going on. Flights are currently £76 not including luggage.If you would prefer to travel from an alternative UK airport or book a different flight, that is absolutely fine. Please let us know when you book. You will need to arrange your own hotel transfers.
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU ARE NOT BOOKING A RETURN FLIGHT. YOU NEED TO FLY IN TO LAMEZIA TERME AND FLY HOME FROM REGGIO
CALABRIA16/05/2025 - Depart London Stansted 09.00 Arrive Lamezia Terme 13.00
Flight Number FR272824/05/2025 - Depart Reggio Calabria 16.20 - London Stansted 18.20
Flight Number FR5410COST
The price of the above tour is £999. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:
A non refundable deposit of £200. If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The balance of £799 needs to be paid by the 1st March 2025.. If you are having a room to yourself for the 8 nights the balance is £979Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0056229 Your First and Last Name
Please note that we do not accept credit cardTo learn more on how we protect your money, please visit:
Protected Trust ServicesBy paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:
Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & ConditionsWhen you RSVP to a trip you will be asked the following questions please take a moment to fill in all of the answers.
What is your full name? What is your contact number? What is your email address? Do you know the travel buddy you wish to share a room with? Do you wish to have a room for yourself for a supplement of £180.IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.
By paying the deposit for this trip you are confirming that you are physically able to participate in all aspects of this trip unassisted.
Due to the style of our accommodations on this tour some of the rooms vary in size. We will do our very best to ensure that everyone is treated fairly during room allocations.Physical accessibility:
This tour is suitable for Travel Buddies with medium fitness & normal mobility. It involves full days of sightseeing, often on foot, and includes some climbing of stairs, and getting on and off coaches and boats. This tour is not suitable for anyone with walking difficulties.Please note that you must be able to carry and transport your own luggage and get on and off the train without assistance.
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