Is Small Group Travel Right for You?
Thanks to Leanne Williams for Insight Vacations
Do you like to breakfast in peace and dine in company? Relish shared experiences but loath sharing attention. Love iconic sights but hate queues? Then small group travel is just what you need. How you travel is highly personal, like your space, and with Insight Vacations your premium experience begins with the flexibility to choose your group size.
Opt for an average group size of 33 travellers, with max 40. Or, if you’re seeking a boutique environment with a more individualised experience, then choose a small group tours with an average of 20 travellers and no more than 24. Both group sizes Insight Vacations offer across tours are smaller than the mainstream tour companies and come with many perks. We’ve put together the reasons why small group travel is perfect for you.
6 Tell-tale Signs That Small Group Travel is Right For You
1.You’d rather not wait in line
An exclusive private tour of Mozart’s birthplace? Yes please. After-hours access to Cusco’s planetarium? Thanks very much. Explore the 9th-century Basilica of Saint Praxedes in Rome, home to the world’s best-preserved and most intact collection of Byzantine mosaics? Now you’re spoiling me. Waiting in line? No thank you.
With Insight Vacations smaller groups and Insider Access you won’t have to. Benefit from exclusive before-and-after-hours access and private entries that allow for a more intimate and personal discovery. Skip the lines and gain access to places not able to accommodate larger groups. Plus, less people means you can benefit even more from the knowledge of your best-in-class Local Experts.
2. You’ve got a curious mind and so many questions
We love nothing more than curiosity, and we know that sums up our Insight Vacations guests. Which is why Insight Vacations provide the most exceptional Travel Directors to not only ensure your journey is seamless from start to finish, but also to provide you with insider expertise every step of the way. Insight Vacations also employ the very best-in-class Local Experts to show you the iconic sights and hidden gems.
One of the great benefits of small group travel is that you get even more one-to-one time with these fascinating people. From questions about your location and the local customs, detailed knowledge on history, art and culture, to restaurant and excursion recommendations, less people means more time for you.
3. You like your dining intimate and authentic
Put simply, smaller groups can dine in more authentic restaurants, because they can be accommodated more easily. Combine that with Insight Vacations’ enviable dining offer and you’re in for a treat.
Premium dining is at the heart of every one of the Insight Vacations journeys, from top-rated restaurants, farm-to-table meals to home hosted dinners. And boy, do they go to some exceptional places. Join them on their Hawaii with Oahu & Maui premium tour and enjoy a delicious farm-to-table lunch of island cuisine at the Hali’imaile General Store, originally a plantation shop. In Sarajevo, Bosnia, dine with a local family in their home and learn all about their life and culture as well as tasty recipes on Treasures of the Balkans.
4. You’re social, but like your personal space, too
Group travel is the most amazing way to meet like-minded people, enjoy a group camaraderie and benefit from shared interests. But it can also seem a bit overwhelming. If you like the idea of sharing meals and laughs with newfound friends but go cold at the thought of a gaggle of tourists following someone with a flag, the small group travel is for you. Enjoy all the benefits that come with companionship, but with plenty of personal space and room to hear yourself think.
5. You like a little extra legroom
So much of travel involves, well, travelling. Having room to stretch out, relax and admire the views as you go is important and small group travel means more personal space. Insight Vacations believe your journey should be as good as your destination and, across Europe, Britain and some North American destinations, Insight Vacations offer custom built coaches with 13 fewer seats, offering up to 55% more personal space. So, you travel “business class” style everywhere. Add to that reclining seats, onboard Wi-Fi and charging units, air condition and your bags loaded and unloaded for you, what’s not to love.
6. You’ve always got room for a new best friend or two
Making new friends is one of the most rewarding aspects of group travel. Shared interests, a love for discovery, and the excitement of exploring together create an instant connection that often turns strangers into lifelong friends. Small group travel enhances this experience even further, fostering a sense of intimacy and camaraderie that is hard to find elsewhere. With fewer travellers, conversations flow more naturally, and bonds deepen quickly, making it feel like a close-knit family.
These connections often extend beyond the journey itself, leaving you with friendships and memories that warm your heart long after you return home.
Take advantage of the Early Booking offer*, and save 10% on selected Small Group Tours when you book by 30 Sep 2026
Wonders of Sri Lanka
13 Days from Colombo, Sri Lanka
Ancient fortresses, wild elephant safaris, and tropical beaches, Sri Lanka packs a massive punch for a perfectly sized island. Affectionately known as the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’, this vibrant destination is a true feast for the senses.
With premium comfort, stylish stays, and expert local guidance throughout, it is the ultimate way to discover Sri Lanka in style.
From $7,136 per person Save $1,784
Classic Thailand
11 Days from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Thailand
Thailand is a beautiful mix of high-energy cities, peaceful temples, and stunning natural landscapes. It is a country that instantly captures your heart.
This journey focuses heavily on authentic cultural immersion, giving you exclusive access to local traditions like a private monk's blessing at Wat Pho and an ethical elephant encounter at a leading northern sanctuary.
From $6,773* per person, save $702
Peru with Machu Picchu
10 Days from Lima to Cusco, Peru
High-altitude Incan cities, dramatic mountain landscapes, and vibrant markets make Peru a true bucket-list destination. It is a place where ancient world wonders and rich living traditions instantly captivate you.
It is an itinerary designed to get you off the standard tourist trail and into the real spirit of Peru, culminating in an unforgettable, expert-guided exploration of Machu Picchu itself.
From $7,051 per person, save $722
Terms & Conditions Early Booking Offer Sale is only valid on new bookings made by 30 September 2026; not valid on existing bookings. Deposit is due at time of booking to lock in savings; full payment is due 120 days before departure or at time of booking if within 120 days. Prices are per person, land or river cruise only, based on double occupancy, are subject to availability, and Insight Vacations reserves the right to withdraw or amend this offer at any time. Bookings made and confirmed before this offer is withdrawn or amended will be honoured at the price advised at the time of booking confirmation. Where reasonably practical, we will endeavour to provide advance notice of any withdrawal or material changes to this offer on our website. A minimum number of guests is required to operate departures. If guests change to another tour or date not on sale, they are responsible for paying the difference and adhering to different payment conditions; discounts are not transferrable.
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