Make 2025 a year to remember for your clients by securing their spot on an epic adventure with Explore Worldwide’s Big Blue Sale. Adventure travel specialist Explore Worldwide is offering up to 20% savings on up to 1,500 unforgettable adventures all over the world, when booked before 23 January 2025. Travellers can choose from destinations as diverse as Japan, Sri Lanka, the Baltic States, Albania, and Italy to name but a few, with travel dates throughout 2025.
There will be extra savings for solo travellers in the Big Blue Sale with the promotional discount also applicable on single room supplements.
From exploring the Blue City of Jodhpur in India to hiking the turquoise coastline of Turkey’s Lycian Way, Explore have a trip for everyone. Choose from small group Classic Discovery, Walking, Cycling or Family tours.
This comes at a time when consumers are looking for more immersive, adventure travel experiences, especially where tour leaders can provide an authentic connection with locals. Whether it is sharing stories over home cooked meals at a family-run farmhouse on the Amalfi Coast, hiking the Italian Dolomites, or staying in a local ryokan in Japan, Explore have curated itineraries that cater to every interest which is proving popular with travellers.
As of 30 December, the tour operator announced that 50% of the AUNZ region’s annual sales target for the financial year (1 November 2024 – 31 October 2025) had already been achieved.
Explore’s Regional Director AUNZ, Ben Ittensohn says: “After a record-breaking Black Friday Sale, and our strongest year of sales in our 42-year history, all signs point to 2025 being a big year for adventure travel. More than 60% of our bookings come from solo travellers, so we’re pleased to be able to offer the same discount on single supplements too, meaning some really great discounts to be had for clients looking for new adventures in 2025!”
THE TRIPS
Here are just a few Explore favourites to choose from. See the full range of trips, as well as sale terms and conditions, at exploreworldwide.com.au/offers/big-blue-sale
BESTSELLER: Amalfi Coast Walking – Agriturismo
7 nights. WAS from $3,030 per person – NOW from $2,510 per person
A relaxed walking holiday along spectacular Amalfi Coast trails, from clifftop hikes to woodland walks. There’s time to discover Amalfi, Positano and the island of Capri. Stay on a peaceful farm overlooking the Mediterranean and enjoy delicious home-cooked meals.
BESTSELLER: Highlights of Albania
10 nights. WAS from $2,830 per person – NOW from $2,430 per person
Uncover Europe’s hidden gem on our tour of Albania. Historic sites, charming Ottoman-era villages and the colourful capital, Tirana, are all waiting to be discovered on our tour that ticks off the highlights. Explore the Adriatic Coast, the White Mountains and the peaceful shores of Lake Ohrid, sipping raki with locals and sampling tasty traditional Albanian fare along the way.
BESTSELLER: Turkey in Depth
14 nights. WAS from $3,360 per person – NOW from $2,860 per person
From the rugged landscapes of Cappadocia to the energetic buzz of Istanbul, this fast-paced tour ticks off all of Turkey’s must-sees and more. As the bridge between East and West, the country is a fascinating tapestry of cultures. Journey through its rich history, visiting relics from the Ottoman and Greco-Roman Empires.
BESTSELLER: Simply Japan
13 nights. WAS from $8,400 per person – NOW from $6,720 per person
Traverse Japan on this tour from Tokyo to Osaka. Travel through history, visiting temples and castles that remain unchanged from the days of the Shogun and learning about the sombre past of Hiroshima. Along the way, stay in a Buddhist temple lodging and a family-run ryokan, spot snow monkeys and free-roaming deer, hop on and off bullet trains and sample famous snacks like takoyaki octopus balls.
BESTSELLER: Hiking in the Dolomites
7 nights. WAS from $4,400 per person – NOW from $3,520 per person
Discover the dramatic scenery of the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this week-long walking holiday. Enjoy treks through alpine meadows and pine forests, straddle the border of Italy and Austria, and explore relics left behind from World War One, as you traverse Italy’s famous peaks. At the end of the day, unwind in our comfortable family-run hotel in the small town of Dobbiaco, gateway to the mountains.
BESTSELLER: Historic Baltic Republic
14 nights. WAS from $4,720 per person – NOW from $3,780 per person
Journey through the capitals and countryside of the Baltic states on this two-week tour of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. From charming palaces to ancient castles, and UNESCO-listed Old Towns to sprawling national parks, witness the Baltics’ fairytale charm. Spot wooden windmills on Estonia’s largest island, step inside the opulent Rundale Palace, and walk along the rolling dunes of the Curonian Spit, while you learn about the history and culture of these fascinating states.
BESTSELLER: Greek Island Wanderer
13 nights. WAS from $4,410 per person – NOW from $3,610 per person
Go island hopping in Greece on this two-week tour of the Cyclades. Land in Athens, Greece’s historic and cultural capital, before boarding a ferry to get to grips with island life. From Syros to Paros and Naxos to Santorini, tick off ancient ruins, bustling harbours, and serene beaches on this tour of Greece’s island highlights.
NEW: Upgraded – Walking Italy: Rome & Umbria
7 nights. WAS from $5,850 per person – NOW from $4,860 per person
Discover the historical wonders of Rome and the picturesque landscapes of Umbria on this week-long walking holiday. Explore charming hill towns, stunning basilicas, Orvieto’s cathedral and caves. Enjoy a leisurely walk to charming hill towns, Montefalco and Assisi with breath-taking Umbrian views. See ancient landmarks like the Colosseum and Roman Forum, plus delicious Italian cuisine.
BESTSELLER: Sri Lanka in Depth
14 nights. WAS from $4,410 per person – NOW from $3,530 per person
Discover the Pearl of the Indian Ocean on this two-week tour of Sri Lanka. From ancient cities to gilded Buddhist temples and wild national parks, our itinerary ticks off the island’s icons and more. Climb Lion’s Rock at sunrise, explore ‘Little England’ and the surrounding highlands and wind up on the beach in Koggala. Along the way, get a taste of Sri Lankan cuisine, sampling fragrant curries, fresh seafood and more.
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Prices in AUD. T&CS apply. For more information visit exploreworldwide.com.au/offers-big-blue-sale
