10 Benefits of Travelling as a Group in 2025

Ever since the first trip I’ve ever taken, I’ve appreciated the benefits of travelling as a group. From adventures in South East Asia, to city hopping in Europe, I love group travel. Yes, it has its downsides, and sometimes you just want to travel solo (or your best friends don’t have free time).

However, if you get like-minded people together, looking for the same thing, it can be amazing. Some of my lifelong friends have come from these trips.

Here are what I consider the best reasons for everyone to try it, at least once, in their lifetime. Here’s my 10 benefits of travelling in group, in partnership with Exodus Edits…

10 Benefits of Travelling in Group

Travelling solo has its perks, sure, but there’s something special about hitting the road with others.

Going with your friends, family, or even strangers-turned-buddies, group travel can totally change how you see the world. Here are 10 reasons it’s worth trying.

#1 Planning

I’ve started big here, this is one of my favourite reasons for group travel! First things first, I’m a planner, I enjoy the planning stage of travel, it’s exciting, and the freedom is unbeatable. One of the best ways to enjoy a trip for sure.

However, sometimes, if you trust someone, or you’re struggling for inspiration, it’s amazing to have all this stuff planned for you.

Let someone else find the best spots, tell you what time to get up, give you the options of what to do and you pick the one you’re most interested in. I love that side to group travel.

And honestly, after a long day of travel or group activities, not having to figure out dinner or directions feels like a luxury. It’s also great when your group has different ideas and you can vote on what sounds best.

You end up trying things you never would’ve considered as a solo traveler, and some of those turn into the most unforgettable experiences.

#2 Share your Experience

Solo travel’s biggest shortcoming is you make amazing memories, but only you were there to witness it. Not to mention the endless selfies we take, because no one can take our photo! So, what about being able to reminisce with lifelong friends from all over the world?

Arrange meet ups years later? Look back through old photos or videos, or laugh at that time you did a shot of snake blood in Vietnam (for example!). Sharing experiences is far better.

And you can make a fun video from your trip with this free slideshow maker!

You also get those real, in-the-moment reactions, like the shocked faces when someone tries a new dish or the laughs when a plan goes totally sideways. Having travel buddies means you never have to explain the vibe later, it’s just understood.

#3 Meet like-minded People

For me, this is as important as any on this list. How hard is it in everyday life to do this? Especially for busy working professionals, or if you’re single. Exodus Edits is specifically aimed at bring like-minded people together in their 30’s and 40’s.

It’s aimed at busy, working professionals to experience more from their valuable holiday allowance. I’ve always connected instantly with people from group trips.

You share travel stories, have similar interests, and most importantly you’ve made the same decision to see the planet. Brilliant, and definitely love this part of travelling as a group.

Some of those people end up becoming friends for life. You meet folks who appreciate new cultures, who don’t mind early mornings or strange foods, and who love swapping hotel room horror stories.

It’s a chance to grow your circle with people you’d never meet otherwise. And that’s something I really value.

#4 It’s for Everyone

Whether you’re a solo traveller, a couple or a group of friends, it doesn’t matter.

I’ve travelled with group members who are all of the above, even different age groups. When you get a group of people together with similar interests, they just gel. So don’t be put off. Especially if you’re a solo traveller.

When I first backpacked, I joined a group tour and ended up travelling with people from the group months after the tour had finished.

It’s a great way to make connections, especially if it’s your first time doing something like this. Some folks even bring along family members and still end up bonding with new people they just met.

Group dynamics can be amazing when the vibe clicks. Whether you’re in a small group or a large group, there’s usually someone you connect with on day one, and they might just turn into your next travel buddy.

#5 Find the Best Spots

An experienced tour company and the group leader should always be taking you to the best places, and it should be a mixture of touristy “must see” destinations and local hidden gems.

These are often places you simply cannot find on your own, or you need an insider tip to find them, that’s why you’ll have to join group tours. Make sure you check the itinerary to ensure the trip you’re spending your hard-earned money on is going to new places that suit you.

Exodus Edits offers curated itineraries, designed to help you maximise your time and find the best spots.

A local guide knows where to go, what to skip, and how to avoid the crowds. They’ll take you off the beaten track, but also make sure you don’t miss the classic highlights.

That mix is what makes the trip feel full and exciting. You get new experiences, discover hidden corners, and usually end up having a great time with your travel companions along the way.

#6 Your Tour Guide

Your group tour guide can make or break your trip, and in my experience they’ve always made it. They should be passionate and knowledgeable of the places they are showing you, and ideally from the area, if not experts in it.

Often they will be strict on things like timekeeping and behaving. They’ll push you, test you and keep you in check, but all in a good way!

That kind of structure helps a lot, especially on the first night when no one really knows what’s going on.

A good trip leader brings energy, keeps the group moving, and sets the tone for how the days play out. You’re getting stories, fun, and sometimes even jokes that stick in your head way after the trip ends. They’re often the glue that holds the whole group together.

#7 It’s Cost-Effective

Although in some ways you pay for the tour and guide, a good tour company should also make this a cost effective way of travelling. In a group you’ll be eligible for group discounts, you’ll share rooms and even try camping.

Often the guide will give you choices for the evening meal, ranging from budget local options to something more expensive. But you have the choice. A guide will generally know the cheapest spots or local hangouts to eat and drink.

You’ll also split transportation costs, which add up fast, especially in countries where taxis or private drivers are pricey.

If you’re lucky, some small groups even get perks like free drinks or bonus stops. It’s also just easier when you’ve got a travel buddy or two to split things with. For anyone who’s budget-conscious but still wants a great time, this kind of setup really delivers.

#8 Lifelong Friends

I’ve found the friends I’ve made in group travel have become some of my best travel friends, and from all over the world. When you put like-minded people together, this just happens. I still keep in touch with people I trekked with 10 years ago, from all over the world.

The best part, if I ever visit these people I have a place to stay and exciting stories to catch up on. I ended up house-sitting for 6 weeks in Melbourne for a couple I met on a group trip. Having friends all around the world is priceless.

#9 Push your Comfort Zone

If you’re in a group, it will push you to try new things. Whether it’s hiking on the Upper Yosemite Falls, or kayaking in Halong Bay.

These experiences shape us as a person and even if it’s tough, we all pushed each other through. And tough experiences strengthen a group bond. Without a group like this we may not have all done it. Being part of an adventurous group will really push you out of your comfort zone, and you’ll be glad it did.

#10 Safety

I’ll be the first to say travelling alone is never as bad as people make out. Of course it depends on the country, but generally speaking.

Wherever in the world you go, you need to know the area and stay safe. There are two advantages of a group travel, firstly you’re most likely travelling out in large numbers rather than alone, especially at night.

And secondly your guide will have been to the area numerous times, and be able to give you the low down on places to avoid, what valuables to leave behind and how much money you need. This information is priceless.

Back in the day, I travelled to Colombia and enjoyed some of the best things to do in Taganga. And guess what? I was with a group and we all had an amazing time!

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I really believe Exodus Edits have covered all the important aspects on their trips, and they know what really matters. 

Getting Home

Nothing is more important to me than having a few days at home to rest after a big trip, and re-energise before the next one. I can’t recommend enough having a high quality, supportive double bed mattress after long hours flying and an active trip. I wouldn’t be without my Simba hybrid mattress, it’s honestly amazing and I sleep better than ever.

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Have you travelled as a group? What was your favourite part? I’d love to hear from you in the comments below. Thanks for reading and happy travels!

This article was sponsored by Exodus, however the opinions on group travel and the trips are all my own (as always). And I cannot recommend group travel highly enough following my first-hand experience.