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!
Experience the bright lights of Dubai and spend 6 nights on a half board basis in a 4* hotel. Explore the bustling souks and the incredible views from the Burj Khalifa. Shop until you drop in some of the biggest malls in the world and enjoy a full day tour in Abu Dhabi. Travel Buddies are going to Dubai!
To view the full itinerary of the trip please follow the link below...
6 Nights in Dubai 4* Half Board with Speedboat Tour, Abu Dhabi and Burj Khalifa
What's Included
- 6 Nights staying in a 4* hotel
- Breakfast and dinner each day
- Return airport transfers
- Travel Buddies host
- Half day Dubai City Tour with one way transfer
- Full Day Abu Dhabi Tour (excluding lunch) with hotel transfers
- Ticket to the Burj Khalifa observation deck on the 124th floor
- Speedboat tour of the Dubai Marina
What's not included
- Flights
- Lunches
- Metro tickets which can be purchased on the day
You need to book your own flights and they are with Emirates and include a 23kg 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 Phil 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.
16/11/2025 - Depart London Heathrow 09.10 Arrive Dubai 20.00
Flight Number EK8
22/11/2025 - Depart Dubai. 16.05 Arrive London Heathrow 20.00
Flight Number EK5
COST
The price of the above tour is £895. 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 £795 needs to be paid by the 1st September 2025. If you are having a room to yourself the balance is £1005.
PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0073302 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
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 £210.
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 rated as Easy. It is suitable for Travel Buddies with normal fitness & mobility levels.
Visa Requirements: If you are traveling on a British passport you will not need to apply for an E visa to enter The United Arab Emirates. Please let us know if you have a passport issued in a different country so we can advise you as to the Visa requirements.
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See all- The Sounds of the Deep South 17 Days, Memphis, Nashville, Natchez & New OrleansHeathrow Airport, Hounslow£3,299.00
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS TRIP FINISHES ON THE 6TH OF OCTOBER AT 12.40 AND NOT AS ABOVE.
Highlights of the trip, but really there are too many to mention!
- Journey through America's musical heartland, from the birthplace of jazz and the cradle of rock ‘n’ roll to the undisputed capital of country music, Tour for 17 days across Nashville, Memphis, Natchez and New Orleans.
- 9 Excursions Including, Sun Studios, Elvis's Graceland, the Country Music Hall of Fame, Beale Street and New Orleans Jazz tour
- Learn about the turbulent slave history with visits to Cotton and Sugar Plantations
- Stay for 3 nights in a Boutique Natchez Mansion!
With all of the “absolute Musts” included and so many more, a medium paced tour with a maximum of 14 Travel Buddies across 17 days (and no great big coach groups) We hope this is the perfect Deep South itinerary for you.
Please click on the link to see the full itinerary.
The Sounds of the Deep South 17 Days, Memphis, Nashville, Natchez & New OrleansWhat's Included
- 16 nights 3* and 4* accommodation across 4 cities
- 12 Breakfasts
- 1 Dinner
- Travel Buddies host
- All airport and inter city transfers by private vehicle
- Greyhound bus ticket from Nashville to Memphis
- Beale Street Bus Tour
- Graceland tour including transfers
- Swamp and Sugar plantation Tour
- Country Music Hall of Fame Tickets
- Day Tour of New Orleans
- New Orleans Jazz Tour
- Natchez Ghost Tour
- Cotton Plantation and music tour with transfers
- Steamboat tour with dinner on the Mississippi
What's not included
- Entrance fees, transport fees and meals other than those listed above.
- Tips for the guides
- International Flights
You need to book your own flights and they are with British Airways. Please wait until we give you the go ahead to book the flights. Below is the flight that Di will be going on.
Flights are currently £737.
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 do not book your flight until we let you know to do so as we need a minimum number of Travel Buddies for the trip to go ahead.Direct
19/09/2025 - Depart London Heathrow 16.00 Arrive Nashville BNA 19.15.
Flight Number BA223Direct
05/10/2025 - Depart New Orleans 21.50 Arrive London Heathrow 12.40+1
BA0224COST
The price of the above tour is £3299. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:A non refundable deposit of £399. 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 £1400 needs to be paid by the 30th May 2025 and the balance of £1500 needs to be paid by the 31st July 2025.. If you are having a room to yourself for the 16 nights the balance is £2555.
Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0057185 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 & 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 £1155IMPORTANT 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.Visa Requirements
You will need a visa to enter The United States of America if traveling on a British Passport. This is a simple process and can be done online prior to travel . We will provide you with the information that you need to complete the application. If you are traveling on a passport issued in a different country please check the requirements.We absolutely can't wait to have you join us for this epic tour of the Deep South.
- Azerbaijan “The Land of Fire” 8 Day Tour.Heathrow Airport, London£899.00
Ever since seeing Azerbaijan featured in the first series of “Race Across the World” (remember the Iconic Flame Towers)? It has been a dream of mine to explore Azerbaijan with travel Buddies. And now we are going!
Our private 7 Nights 8 Days Azerbaijan tour is a carefully designed tour package for those Travel Buddies that want to experience unique nature, unmatched culture, centuries of history with its customs and traditions and fine cuisine.
Visit the must-see places in Baku: Old City Baku, Flame Towers, National Boulevard, Heydar Aliyev Centre, Mud Volcanoes, Gobustan, Fire Temple, Burning Mountain.
Explore the beauties of Azerbaijani regions such as Shamakhi, Gabala and Guba and Khinaliq as well as one of Europe’s highest villages.
This trip really does cover so many exciting elements of Azerbaijan and I absolutely cannot wait for us to explore it together.
To view the full itinerary please follow the link below...
Azerbaijan “The Land of Fire” 8 Day Tour.What's Included
- 7 nights accommodation staying in a 4* hotel sharing a twin room (solo room available for additional £210)
- Private group daily tours as above with local guides
- All entrance fees as above
- Travel Buddies host
- Breakfast each morning
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 withTurkish Airlines. Please wait until we give you the go ahead to book the flights. Below is the flight that Emma will be going on.Flights are currently £444 and include checked 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.
Outbound Non direct
26/09/25 - Depart London Heathrow 18.30 arrive GYD Baku Heydar Aliyev International 05.15+1
Flight Numbers TK1972/TK338Inbound Non direct
04/10/2025 Depart GYD Baku Heydar Aliyev International 16.55 Arrive London Heathrow 22.25
Flight Numbers TK341/TK1987Here is the link to the flights. You can choose any provider that you prefer to purchase from
https://www.skyscanner.net/transport/flights/lhr/gyd/250926/251004/config/13554-2509261830--31734-1-12042-2509270515%7C12042-2510041655--31734-1-13554-2510042225?adultsv2=1&cabinclass=economy&childrenv2=&fare-attributes=checked-bag&inboundaltsenabled=false&outboundaltsenabled=false&preferdirects=false&rtn=1COST
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 5th August 2025. If you are having a room to yourself for the the balance is £909
PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0073193 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 £210.
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.
Visa Requirements: If you are traveling on a British passport you will need to apply for an Evisa to enter Azerbaijan. We will advise on how to do this closer to the date of travel.
- 5 Nights Half Board on Ischia Island with luxury boat tour and thermal Spa HotelLuton Airport , London£899.00
TRIP NOW FULL.
Imagine an island that represents the best of Italy — spectacular views, beautiful beaches, fantastic food, zero pretension whatsoever. Let us introduce you to Ischia, Italy, the most gorgeous volcanic island in the Gulf of Naples.
- Cruise around the Island on a luxury boat tour with stops in tiny coves, small towns and on stunning beaches.
- Relax in the many thermal pools at our resort or dotted all over the island that are known for their healing and relaxing properties.
- Enjoy a half board basis each day including delicious farm fresh fruits, vegetables and wine all produced on site at our hotel.
Please click on the link to see the full itinerary.
5 Nights Half Board on Ischia Island with luxury boat tour and thermal Spa Hotel
What's Included
- 5 Nights on a half board basis sharing a twin room at The Resort Terme La Pergola.
- Return airport transfers by private vehicle and ferry.
- Full day on a luxury yacht Island tour including prosecco, soft drinks and aperitifs
- Afternoon bus tour of the island
- Travel buddies group leader
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 Moira will be going on.
Flights are currently £122 not including checked luggage.02/10/2025 - Depart London Luton 14.35 Arrive Naples 18.20
Flight Number FR5455
07/10/2025 - Depart Naples 11.00 - Arrive London Luton 12.55
Flight Number FR5456
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 £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 £799 needs to be paid by the 15th August 2025. If you are having a room to yourself for the 5 nights the balance is £899
Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0070455 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 & Conditions
When you RSVP to a trip you will be asked the following questionsplease 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 £100.
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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