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!
Bulgaria’s capital is a captivating blend of vibrant culture, rich history and contemporary urban charm. Think ancient ruins and stunning Orthodox churches alongside contemporary street art. Lively markets and tranquil parks. Combine that with fantastic restaurants that serve up traditional Bulgarian fare and a handful of Christmas markets to browse at our leisure and we have the perfect Travel Buddies winter Mini break.
- Visit two of Bulgaria's most important UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Rila Monastery and Boyana Church.
- Enjoy a traditional folklore evening with dancing
- Take the cable car to the top of the Vitosha massif for a hike in the midst of a winter wonderland
Please click on the link to see the full itinerary.
Flights £75. 4 Nights in Sofia, Bulgaria's Capital. Day Tour & Folklore Evening.
We really look forward to having you join us.
What's Included
- Travel Buddies host
- 4 nights Accommodation staying at the 3* Art Plaza Hotel
- Breakfast each morning
- Fully guided full day tour to The Rila Monastery and Boyana Church
- Walking tour of Sofia
- Return airport transfers
What's not Included
- International Flights.
The below flights are the suggested flights. They are currently £75 not including luggage. You are more than welcome to book different flights from wherever is most convenient for you in the UK. If you wish to join the group from a different flight you will need to arrange a transfer to the hotel.
You need to book your own flights. Below is the flight that the tour leader will be taking.
The flights will most likely rise in price the closer it gets to the date of departure so it is best to book as soon as you have RSVP'd yes.
Suggested flights are with Ryanair and are as follows
Outbound (Direct)
05/12/2025 Depart Birmingham 16.20 Arrive Sofia 21.30
Flight Number FR6336
Inbound (Direct)
09/12/2025 Depart Sofia 11.45 Arrive Birmingham 12.45
Flight Number FR6335
- Any other activities than those listed above.
- Entrance fees, public transport and tips.
- Cable car up to the Vitosha mountain
COST
The price of the above tour is £439. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:
A deposit of £100 needs to be paid when you RSVP to reserve your place. The balance of £339 needs to be paid by the 15th October 2025. If you are having a room to yourself the balance is £449.
If we haven’t received your payment within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released.
PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0068593 Your First and Last Name
(Please note that we do not accept Credit Cards)
To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit [www.protectedtrustservices.com/travel/consumer-protection/
By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to our cancellation policies and that you have read and agree to the Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions
Terms and Conditions
When you RSVP it is important that you answer all of the following questions.
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? Name and Contact number of next of kin?
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.
You are responsible for ensuring that you are covered by insurance for the trip and in particular all activities that you undertake outside of the Travel Buddies itinerary.
You will need to have a minimum of 6 months validity left on your passport from the return date to the UK in order to be able to travel
We really look forward to having you join us.
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See all- 14 Days. Incredible Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Island.London Heathrow Airport, London£2,999.00
Travel Buddies are off on safari....
Join Travel Buddies as we embark on this incredible journey across Tanzania and to the island of Zanzibar. Spend 4 Days on safari with the opportunity to see the BIG 5! Stay in Colonial Stone Town and relax on the sun drenched beaches of Paje. Experience spice Markets, enjoy a magical day exploring Menai bay on a traditional wooded Dhow boat and dine at a restaurant in the middle of the Indian Ocean....... All this and more, plus plenty of time For R&R......
Please follow the link below which will show you a full itinerary of the trip...
14 Days. Incredible Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Island.
What's Included
- 4 nights safari with guided game drives each day in Jeeps
- 4 nights accommodation in Stone Town sharing a twin room with en-suite
- 5 nights accommodation in Paje sharing a twin room with en-suite
- Afternoon guided tour of Arusha
- One way domestic flight from Arusha to Zanzibar City with 23kg luggage included
- Half day tour to prison Island
- Full day boat tour including seafood lunch
- $10 deposit towards your meal at "The rock" restaurant
- All land transfers
- Travel Buddies host
- 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches 4 dinners
What's not Included
- International Flights.
- Tax at the Forodhani hotel of approx £20 per person
- Any other meals activities other than those listed above.
- Entrance fees, public transport and tips.
The flights below are the suggested flights. You are more than welcome to book different flights from wherever is most convenient for you in the UK. If you wish to join the group from a different flight you will need to arrange a transfer to the hotel in Kilimanjaro
You need to book your own flights. Below is the flight that the tour leader will be taking. Suggested flights are with Kenya Airways and are as follows. They are currently £976 which includes checked Luggage.
Outbound Indirect
12/09/2025 Depart London Heathrow 18.52 Arrive Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta 05.00+1
Flight Number KA10113/09/2025
Depart Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta 08.20 Arrive Kilimanjaro 09.20
Flight Number KA6718Inbound Indirect
26/09/2025 Depart Zanzibar 03.40 Arrive Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta 05.00
Flight Number KA499Depart Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta 09.05 Arrive London Heathrow 16.15
Flight Number KA100COST
The price of the above tour is £2999. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:
Please pay a non refundable deposit of £300 to secure your space. 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. A further payment of £699 is required by 10th February 2025 and The balance of £2000 needs to be paid by 23rd July into the following business account. (if you are having a room to yourself the balance is £2500)Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0045314 Your First and Last Name
(Please note that we do not accept Credit Cards)To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit [www.protectedtrustservices.com/travel/consumer-protection/
By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to our cancellation policies and that you have read and agree to the Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions
It is important that you ensure you have had all of the required vaccinations for this trip.
All British passport holders need a tourist or business visa to enter Tanzania. Tanzania has introduced an ‘e-visas’ system through which applications can be submitted and approved online in advance of travel. It is no longer possible to get a visa from the Tanzanian High Commission in London.
Not open - Incredible Sri Lanka. A 13 day tour of The Pearl of the Indian Ocean.Heathrow Airport, Hounslow£1,599.00
Join Travel Buddies as we embark on this incredible journey to Sri Lanka. Beautiful beaches, lush forests, mountains, and a land blessed with a rich and vibrant culture that dates to thousands of years.
Please click on the link below for the full itinerary.
Incredible Sri Lanka. A 13 day tour of The Pearl of the Indian Ocean.What's Included
- 12 nights in 3* Hotels
- 12 Breakfasts and 11 Dinners
- Free airport pick-up and drop-off on the first and last day
- Complimentary bottle of water per person each day
- Cultural village tour with authentic local lunch in a farmer’s house
- Catamaran boat ride on the lake to catch the amazing views of Sigiriya
- Local curry cooking demonstration during the village tour.
- A spectacular train journey into the mountains
- A tour through Nuwara Eliya local markets
- Kandy city tour and viewpoint
- Sigiriya Fortress Entrance fee
- Temple of tooth relic and Cave temple Entrance fee
- Yala safari Entrance fee and jeep hire
- Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Entrance fee
- Royal Botanical Garden Entrance fee
- Madu River Safari Entrance and Boat Hire
- Turtle Hatchery centre
- Tour of Galle city and Fort
- Colombo city and shopping tour
- Nine Arch Bridge & Ravana Waterfall
- Cultural dancing show entrance ticket
- Visit to a tea factory
- Organic Spice Garden
- Government tax
- 24 hours emergency contact
What's not Included
- International Flights.
You need to book your own flights and they are with Sri Lankan Airlines and are currently £676 including checked 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 Gloria 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.
Sunday 14th September 2025
Depart London Heathrow - 21.30. Arrive Colombo Bandaranayake (CMB) - 12.45+1
Flight Number UL504Saturday 27th September 2025
Depart Colombo Bandaranayake (CMB) - 13.05. Arrive London Heathrow - 20.00
Flight Number UL503COST
The price of the above tour is £1599. 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 £1399 needs to be paid by the 30th July 2025. If you are having a room to yourself the balance is £1899.
Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0063732 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 £400IMPORTANT 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 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.
- 7 Nights Exploring the Jewels of Magical GeorgiaLuton Airport, Luton£899.00
- Join Travel Buddies as we head to Georgia for the first time! With new direct flights from Luton Airport it has never been easier, So, let’s get there before the tourists take over :)
- Stay for 7 nights at 2 different 4* hand picked hotels, one in the city and one in the Caucasus mountains.
- Explore Georgia's highlights with a fully guided tour included each day.
- Visit local wineries and taste traditional Georgian foods.
Please click here to see the full itinerary.
7 Nights Exploring the Jewels of Magical GeorgiaWhat's Included
- 7 nights staying at 4* Hotels. 6 nights in Tbilisi and 1 night in Kazbegi
- Breakfast each day
- Return airport transfers
- Travel Buddies host
- All tours and entrance fees
- Transport in a minibus with Certified guide and driver
What's not included
- meals other than those listed above.
- Flights
You need to book your own flights and they are with EasyJet, they are currently £192.98 not including 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 Kellyann 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.
20/09/2025- Depart London Luton 12.00 Arrive Tbilisi 20.00
Flight Number EZY264927/09/2025 - Depart Tbilisi 20.40 Arrive London Luton 23.00
Flight Number EZY2650COST
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 9th August 25. If you are having a room to yourself the balance is £969
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: 2T0051476 Your First and Last NameTo 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 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 £170
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.
Difficulty 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.
Please message us on Meet-up if you have any further questions.We are really excited to have you join us.
