During this magical time of year, we dust off our crystal balls, crunch our booking data, and track the latest trends to bring you the best travel destinations on your 2025 wish list (or should be). With bookings soaring through October and November and 200 new trips to exciting new locations, it's clear that 2025 is going to be a big year for travel. In line with our commitment to community travel, many of our Where to Go destinations include new itineraries that take travelers to remote communities that haven't yet had the opportunity to benefit from our travelers.
1.Pakistan
Pakistan is set to become a brand new destination in 2025, having captured the attention of travelers in recent months with its incredible treks, unspoilt landscapes and rich history. Working hand-in-hand with local communities, we have launched three new tours in Pakistan focused on bringing tourism to the ancient Thallay La Trail.
For centuries, this trail served as the only link between the ancient kingdoms of Kapulu and Shigarh, and was historically vital to the trade and survival of these communities. With the introduction of modern roads, the trail was deemed redundant and used by only a handful of hikers each year, resulting in many communities losing sustainable income.
Celebrating the trail’s ancient history, our new itinerary offers travelers the unique opportunity to stay overnight in the original castles and fortresses of Kaplulu and Sigur while hiking over mountain passes, past glaciers, and through A community eager to share its culture and customs.
Stay ahead of the curve: Pakistan: Hiking the Karakoram Mountains
Hike through meadows and mountain passes with the villagers of Thallay Valley and step onto fresh soil, spend the night at Bukhma campsite and enjoy sumptuous home-cooked meals under the stars, relax at the historic Shigar Fort and chat with the locals ball.
2. Bosnia
A rich cultural heritage, stunning natural beauty, delicious food and a refreshing lack of crowds: this is just the beginning of the compelling reasons to visit Bosnia. Add to that the fact that you can have a real impact in helping to spur this country’s recovery just by visiting, and it’s clear why Bosnia should be high on your list of travel destinations.
Thanks to the new visa-free travel policy, passport holders from more than 50 countries no longer need a visa to enter Bosnia, making visiting Bosnia easier than ever. This year, we are launching a new tour in partnership with the Resilience Council and USAID Developing Sustainable Tourism in Bosnia and Herzegovina (Turizam) designed to create jobs, raise awareness of the region’s rich history and encourage cultural exchange— —This is a prime example of small group travel supporting local people and helping the country recover.
Stay ahead of the curve: Bosnia and Herzegovina is discovered
Our brand new tours include visits to a female-run apiary, a local cheese farm, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as hiking to an ancient fortress, visiting Tito’s bunker, and exploring a Cold War-era underground complex in Sarajevo.
3. Tibet
There is no place like Tibet – a spiritual paradise with stunning landscapes, ancient monasteries and warm and hospitable people. While visitors must join a group tour or book a guided tour to visit, China has recently relaxed visa restrictions, making it easier to explore this remarkable region.
Now is the perfect time to immerse yourself in traditional Tibetan life, take in the majestic views of Mount Everest, and marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage Potala Palace as we return to Tibet for the first time since 2020.
Stay ahead of the curve: Tibetan Essence
Our 12-day journey from Chengdu to Kathmandu explored the best of the Himalayas. You'll explore sacred temples, camp in a yak hair tent at the base of Mount Everest, and learn how to make Tibetan steamed buns, with incredible views at every turn.
4. Thailand
This fan-favorite place has good reason: incredible food, warm hospitality, beaches, mountains, cities, and a vibrant arts scene. Thailand is not an “undiscovered” secret, but its continued appeal lies in the fact that visitors on their second, third or even tenth visit will discover something new and surprising. Hit TV series The White Lotus returns to screens for a third time in 2025, everyone's favorite hotel opens in Koh Samui, and Jurassic World Reborn features dramatic action shot in Bangkok, Phuket and Chiang Mai The scene made it to the big screen.
Stay ahead of the trends: Thailand Island Hopping – East Coast
Experience these filming locations first-hand on our new eight-day tour launching in spring 2025. You'll meet local families, snorkel in crystal clear waters, and enjoy a more peaceful daily life on these party islands.
5. Morocco
With our launch of remote active adventures and booming booking statistics, Morocco is hot. Whether it’s the winter sun, a long weekend away from Europe, or an adventure trip to the beaches, deserts and mountains – there are many reasons why travelers choose this North African gem.
To help you achieve this, we've launched 13 new Morocco itineraries for 2025, from a four-day city break in Marrakech to hiking in the High Atlas Mountains, get off the usual hiking trails and visit rural communities, Desert canyons and Berber oases. Amtudi.
Our new Geluxe range offers an upgraded activity experience for more mature travelers, with Morocco topping the list of most popular destinations. Additionally, solo travelers who may have been nervous about Morocco in the past can choose from our new Single Adventures, a series of tours designed specifically for solo travelers and led exclusively by female Chief Experience Officers (Tour Leaders).
Stay ahead of the curve: Southern Morocco: Marrakech, Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert
As part of the Geluxe Collection, you'll enjoy incredible hikes, culinary experiences and OMG Stays, including desert camps with air-conditioned tents, king-size beds and beautiful seating areas to relax under the Moroccan stars.
6. Philippines
Although Philippine tourism has been slower to recover compared to neighboring countries, an increase in international flights is expected to bring pre-pandemic tourist numbers back to the islands. We'll be with them, offering young, solo and culture-seeking travelers the opportunity to explore these unique islands, launching nine new itineraries focused on creating meaningful connections with local communities.
Often called a backpacker's paradise, our new tours showcase the incredible nature, jungles, people and culture that make the Philippines an incredible destination for all travelers. In addition to the picturesque beaches, our experience includes a visit to the New Dumagat Aboriginal Community Partner supported by G Adventures, where you will learn about Aboriginal food, culture and natural medicine, as well as a hike to a waterfall, Roamies itinerary and even a night out with the community.
Stay ahead of the curve: best in philippines
Highlights include a walking tour of Chinatown to explore Manila's food scene and a walking tour with an indigenous community to learn about traditional cooking techniques. You'll also spend a day searching for turtles, rays, and eels on the islands surrounding El Nido, visit a secret cove, and watch fireflies light up the night sky in the Puerta Puerta mangrove forest.
7.South Africa
Southern Africa is becoming a go-to destination for travelers looking for incredible value, especially those with a passion for wildlife. Recent data shows a growing trend among older travelers looking for affordable safari experiences. To meet this demand, we have a fully refurbished Lando overland fleet available for all ages in 2025. Previously limited to our youth tours, Landos now offers a comfortable and inexpensive way to explore the area's wildlife-filled savannah.
Stay ahead of the curve: Southern Africa Overland Safari
Explore the wilderness of South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe on an overland safari. Highlights include seeing the Big Five in Kruger National Park and exploring the Okavango Delta the traditional way Mokoro Cruise to Victoria Falls, one of the world's largest waterfalls, and enjoy a traditional lunch at Lusumpuko Women's Club, a partnership that supports local women.
8.Greece
While Greece has always been a favorite among tourists, the number of people exploring its quiet islands is increasing. Smaller islands such as Paros, Antiparos and Naxos are coming into the spotlight as peaceful alternatives to their busy neighbours. As we (and many of our fellow travelers) already know, one of the best ways to avoid the crowds, support the local community, and circumvent ever-increasing tourist taxes is to take a small boat. With numbers up 31% since 2022, we have launched five stylish custom yachts for the 2025 sailing season, traveling to lesser-known islands with flexible itineraries tailored to the group's pace.
Stay ahead of the curve: Sailing Greece – Santorini to Mykonos
Bring your swimming gear and comfortable boat shoes as you have time to explore the southern Cyclades islands including Sifnos, Ios, Antiparos, Paros and Naxos ) Hiking, snorkeling and relaxing. Shore experiences include exploring ancient archaeological sites and sampling fresh seafood in the tavern-lined harbor.
9. Portugal
Traveler interest in Portugal remains at the top of the tourist destination rankings for the second year running and shows no signs of slowing down, with a 50% increase over the past two years. While beaches, charming streets and a lively food scene may be your first impression of Portugal, you'll find that the off-the-beaten-path mountain villages near the Spanish border are one of Portugal's best-kept secrets. Our new Geluxe range takes you off the tourist trail and into historic schist villages that are like portals back in time, with stone houses, castle ruins and historic hiking trails connecting the villages.
Stay ahead of the curve: Portugal: Country walks and Douro Valley
As part of the aggressively upgraded Geluxe Collection, you'll enjoy daily hikes between ancient villages and OMG accommodations in a mountaintop home with views from the outdoor Nordic tub and fireplace.
10. Japan
With Expo 2025 set to take place in Osaka next year, Japan is focusing its attention on how to better preserve and protect well-being and the environment. Bookings for Japan Sky Tours have soared 150% in the past two years, so we’re infusing our Japan itineraries with 12 new itineraries closely aligned with the Expo’s themes of sports activities, active experiences and remote areas off the beaten track. Strong power.
Hike through the rugged peaks of Hokkaido's Shiretoko National Park where you can dig your own way spa (hot spring bath), stay in traditional hostel (traditional Japanese inn) and hike through pristine forest areas. You'll also visit the often overlooked islands of the south, where you can sea kayak and spend quality time on your boat Sabani (traditional Okinawan sailboat) and hiking waterfalls are on the agenda.
Stay ahead of the curve: Active Japan: Hokkaido Highlights and Okinawa Island Hopping
Highlights include hiking Mount Fuji, visiting popular Tokyo and Kyoto, as well as hiking in northern national parks and spending time on tropical southern islands.
Editor's note: All travel data is based on bookings for 2025 travel between January 1, 2024 and November 20, 2024, and bookings for 2023 travel between January 1, 2022 and November 20, 2022.
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