Tours for first-time travelers
Whether it’s your first time abroad, your first time joining a group tour, or just your first time saying “yes!” to something new, we make it easy to feel prepared, supported, and excited from the moment you book.
Our tours are ideal for first-timers who want to explore without the guesswork. Bring your curiosity—we’ll handle the rest.
Thousands of 5-star reviews
Our reviews say it all. These first-time-friendly tours have earned top ratings from travelers just like you who came home with new friends, great memories, and plans to do it all again.
Itineraries crafted by travel experts
We take the world’s greatest hits and build them into perfectly planned journeys, balancing must-sees like the Eiffel Tower or the Colosseum with gems you won’t find in a guidebook, like vintage photo booths in Venice.
Value that goes the distance
Go Ahead makes it easy to go. Our travelers enjoy flexible payment plans, competitive pricing, plus all the essentials—hotels, meals, admission to landmarks, and transportation—are already built in.
You won’t go it alone
With Tour Directors who know every detail, you’ll always have someone in your corner. You’ll share the journey with travelers who’ll feel like instant friends—and you’ll have support if anything unexpected comes up along the way.
London, Paris & Rome
When the world is your oyster, it’s hard to know where to begin, so we recommend starting with the icons. These European capitals never disappoint, so get ready to fill your camera roll with Buckingham Palace, the Eiffel Tower, and the Colosseum on this bestselling tour.
Your first trip to Europe, just as you imagined
From the classics to the hidden gems, these thoughtfully designed tours make exploring Europe’s most iconic destinations simple, seamless, and full of “I can’t believe I’m here” moments.
A Week in Greece: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini
Tantalize your senses in the land of olives, sun, and sand.
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A Week in Italy: Venice, Florence & Rome
Live la dolce vita in the country’s timeless trinity.
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Highlights of England, Scotland & Ireland
Get a taste of history with a side of emerald landscapes.
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A Week in Switzerland, Germany & Austria
Reignite your love of fairy tales in a storybook setting.
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The best destinations for your first trip
Heading overseas for the first time? It can feel overwhelming, but we’ve got tips to make your first international trip easy so you can focus on the fun stuff.
7 reasons to go guided for first-time travelers
A Tour Director by your side. A 24/7 dedicated support team. Included admissions to everything you want to see. Going guided helps you enjoy your best trip ever, seamlessly.
What to know before your first trip to Europe
Valid passport? Check. Power adapter? Check. Learn a few phrases in the local language and you’re almost ready for your adventure. Check out the rest of our tried-and-true suggestions.
Craving more than the classics?
Go beyond the usual and dive into the extraordinary with wild places, bold flavors, and memories that stick.
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Signature experiences for your memory vault. Why don’t you...
Take to the skies high above the Nile
Indulge in the cool morning air—and the picture-perfect panorama below—as you float over the desert in a hot-air balloon. Try it on our Egypt & Nile River Cruise tour.
Roll your own fresh pasta in Rome
Link up with a trained chef and learn how to make homemade pasta the traditional way before feasting on your creations. Try it on our A Week in Italy: Venice, Florence & Rome tour.
Sail through a caldera in Santorini
Cruise the island’s awe-inspiring volcanic crater and spend the afternoon snorkeling, sunbathing, or swimming. Try it on our A Week in Greece: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini tour.
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Dip into the Blue Lagoon in Iceland
Unwind in the lagoon’s spa and soak in beneficial minerals as you float weightlessly in its ethereal, light-blue water. Try it on our Iceland: Reykjavik & the Northern Lights tour.
Pick your perfect trip
We offer 200+ immersive, guided tours around the world. Wherever you choose to go, you’ll enjoy lots of advantages that make traveling with us different.
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Prep your packing list
While you’re deciding what to take, we’ll be busy arranging your hotels, meals, tickets, and more tour essentials. That’s what going guided is all about.
Go far (and get rewarded)
Take off on your big adventure— but why stop there? Every trip you book with us earns rewards that you can use to keep expanding your horizons.
Discover more of our top-rated, most popular tours
These tours are bestsellers for a reason. Think famous landmarks, local flavor, or a touch of adventure, all with confidence built in.
