
What we’re about
A really warm welcome to Travel Buddies!
We are a small independent company that specializes in bespoke group travel as we feel experiences are better shared and there is so much to gain from travelling together.
We started up in 2013 and have 6 groups in the UK which meet for social events, the chance to meet other members, get involved and talk travel.
We plan trips all over the world, from weekends away in Europe to long haul trips in far off destinations, and have had amazing experiences worldwide whilst making great new friends and sharing unforgettable moments together.
If its adventure that you crave, culture, relaxation or doing something completely different there are trips to suit every type of traveller and every budget.
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- £439.00

Flights £44. 4 Nights in Sofia, Bulgaria's Capital. Day Tour & Folklore Evening.
BIRMINGHAM AIRPORT, Birmingham airport, Birmingham, GBBulgaria’s capital is a captivating blend of vibrant culture, rich history and contemporary urban charm. Think ancient ruins and stunning Orthodox churches alongside contemporary street art. Lively markets and tranquil parks. Combine that with fantastic restaurants that serve up traditional Bulgarian fare and a handful of Christmas markets to browse at our leisure and we have the perfect Travel Buddies winter Mini break.
- Visit two of Bulgaria's most important UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Rila Monastery and Boyana Church.
- Enjoy a traditional folklore evening with dancing
- Take the cable car to the top of the Vitosha massif for a hike in the midst of a winter wonderland
Please click on the link to see the full itinerary.
Flights £41. 4 Nights in Sofia, Bulgaria's Capital. Day Tour & Folklore Evening.
We really look forward to having you join us.
What's Included
- Travel Buddies host
- 4 nights Accommodation staying at the 3* Art Plaza Hotel
- Breakfast each morning
- Fully guided full day tour to The Rila Monastery and Boyana Church
- Walking tour of Sofia
- Return airport transfers
What's not Included
- International Flights.
The below flights are the suggested flights. They are currently £41 not including luggage. You are more than welcome to book different flights from wherever is most convenient for you in the UK. If you wish to join the group from a different flight you will need to arrange a transfer to the hotel.
You need to book your own flights. Below is the flight that the tour leader will be taking.
The flights will most likely rise in price the closer it gets to the date of departure so it is best to book as soon as you have RSVP'd yes.
Suggested flights are with Ryanair and are as follows
Outbound (Direct)
05/12/2025 Depart Birmingham 16.20 Arrive Sofia 21.30
Flight Number FR6336
Inbound (Direct)
09/12/2025 Depart Sofia 11.45 Arrive Birmingham 12.45
Flight Number FR6335
- Any other activities than those listed above.
- Entrance fees, public transport and tips.
- Cable car up to the Vitosha mountain
COST
The price of the above tour is £439. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:
A deposit of £100 needs to be paid when you RSVP to reserve your place. The balance of £339 needs to be paid by the 15th October 2025. If you are having a room to yourself the balance is £449.
If we haven’t received your payment within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released.
PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0068593 Your First and Last Name
(Please note that we do not accept Credit Cards)
To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit [www.protectedtrustservices.com/travel/consumer-protection/
By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to our cancellation policies and that you have read and agree to the Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions
Terms and Conditions
When you RSVP it is important that you answer all of the following questions.
What is your full name? What is your contact number? What is your email address? Do you know the travel buddy you wish to share a room with? Do you wish to have a room to yourself for a supplement? Name and Contact number of next of kin?
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.
You are responsible for ensuring that you are covered by insurance for the trip and in particular all activities that you undertake outside of the Travel Buddies itinerary.
You will need to have a minimum of 6 months validity left on your passport from the return date to the UK in order to be able to travel
We really look forward to having you join us.11 attendees - £585.00

“Chocolate & Diamonds” in Antwerp. 3 Night Full Board Cruise from London Tilbury
London tilbury dock, London, GBTravel Buddies are thrilled to announce that we are collaborating with Ambassador Cruises, the UK's adult only cruise line to offer you this wonderful mini cruise with amazing west End style entertainment on board each evening and wonderful dining options.
Experience a larger cruise but still enjoy the familiarity of being in a smaller group with your own tour leader, private group dining and 2 excursions just for our Travel Buddies.
Let's go cruising.....
Please click on the link below to see the full itinerary.
“Chocolate & Diamonds” in Antwerp. 3 Night Full Board Cruise from London Tilbury
We really look forward to having you join us!16 attendees - £2,199.00

Singapore and Cambodia Tour over New Year with optional Koh Rong Sanloem Island
Heathrow Airport, Hounslow, London, GB- Toast the New year at Marina Bay and experience an incredible fireworks display.
- Sip a singapore sling at the “Long Bar” in Raffles
- Enjoy the very best highlights of Cambodia on an 8 day tour including a full day tour to Angkor Watt, floating villages and the “Killing Fields”.
Should you choose to…
Spend an additional 5 nights relaxing at the gorgeous 4* Hotel La Passion by Achariyak on the Idyllic Island Paradise of Koh Rong Sanloem before flying home.
Please click on the link below to see the full tour.
Singapore and Cambodia Tour over New Year with optional Koh Rong Sanloem Island
What's Included
- 5 nights staying at the 4* Hotel La Passion by Achariyak
- Breakfast each morning
- Travel Buddies tour leader
- Singapore night tour with hotel transfers
- 5 Hour foodie tour across 3 neighbourhoods including hotel transfers
- 1 day Sentosa Island cable car pass
- 5 day pass for unlimited travel* on Singapore’s basic bus services, MRT and LRT trains
- Flight from Singapore to Phnom Penh including 20kg hold luggage
- 8 day/ 7 nights fully guided tour of Cambodia including all entrance fees with 4* accommodation
Koh Rong Sanloem (optional part)
- Return ferry and minibus transfer to the island
- Return ferry tickets
- 5 nights at the 4* Hotel La Passion by Achariyak
- Breakfast each morning
- 1 night 4* in Phnom Penh hotel with breakfast.
What's not included
- Entrance fees, transport fees and meals other than those listed above.
- International Flights
Flight’s
You need to book your own flights and they are with Malaysian Airlines . Please wait until we give you the go ahead to book the flights. Below are the flights that Phil will be going on.
The best and cheapest way to book the flights is via Skyscanner as a multi-city trip.
London Heathrow - Singapore Changi
Phnom Penh - London Heathrow
If you would prefer to travel from an alternative UK airport or book a different flight, that is absolutely fine. Please let us know when you book. You will need to arrange your own hotel transfers.
Outbound (Non Direct)
27/12/2025 - Depart London Heathrow 10.25 Arrive Singapore Changi 10.20+1
Flight Numbers MH3/ MH611. Connection of 1 hour 55 minutes in Kuala Lumpur
Inbound (Non Direct)
If you are not joining the group for the Island element
09/01/2026 - Depart Phnom Penh 18.30 Arrive London Heathrow 05.35+1
Flight Numbers MH763/ MH2. Connection of 2 hours Kuala Lumpur
If you are joining the group for the Island element
15/01/2026 - Depart Phnom Penh 18.30 Arrive London Heathrow 05.35+1
Flight Numbers MH763/ MH2. Connection of 2 hours Kuala Lumpur
COST
Singapore and Cambodia Tour
The price of the above tour is £2199. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:
A non refundable deposit of £200. If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The balance of £1999 needs to be paid by the 10th October 2025.. If you are having a room to yourself for the balance is £2439.
Singapore, Cambodia and Koh Rong Sanloem Tour
The price of the above tour is £2549. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:
A non refundable deposit of £200. If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The balance of £2349 needs to be paid by the 10th October 2025.. If you are having a room to yourself for the balance is £3044
Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0071932 Your First and Last Name
Please note that we do not accept credit card
To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit:
Protected Trust Services
By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:
Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.
By paying the deposit for this trip you are confirming that you are physically able to participate in all aspects of this trip unassisted.
Physical accessibility:
This tour is suitable for Travel Buddies with medium fitness & normal mobility. It involves full days of sightseeing, often on foot, and includes some climbing of stairs, and getting on and off coaches and boats. This tour is not suitable for anyone with walking difficulties.
Visa Requirements
If you are traveling on a British passport you will not need a visa to enter Singapore.
On arrival in Cambodia at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport, you will clear customs, immigration and visa control (You will need to ask for a ‘Tourist Visa' at a cost of $30 please be sure to bring two passport photos with you).6 attendees - £599.00

6 amazing nights exploring Tunisia over New Year with 2 full day Tours.
London Luton Airport, Airport Way, Luton, GBJoin Travel Buddies on this wonderful trip to the gorgeous seaside town of Hammamet, browse bazaars and walled cities, visit the gorgeous blue and white town of Sidi Bou Said and enjoy walks along the coast.
There's plenty of time to relax too, with a spa at the hotel, and for fun, maybe a camel ride or quad biking?
- Enjoy 6 wonderful nights in the seaside town of Hammamet
- Explore El Jem, the second biggest Roman Colosseum in the world
- See in the new year surrounded by new friends and make this the start of the most perfect 2026 with a 3 course meal and entertainment
Please click on the link below for the full itinerary.
6 amazing nights exploring Tunisia over New Year with 2 full day Tours.
What's Included
- 6 nights sharing a twin room at the hotel La Residence Hammamet.
- Breakfast each morning
- Return airport transfers
- Full day tour to Tunis and Sidi Bou Said including transfers
- Full day tour to El Jem, Kairouan and Sousse including transfers
- 3 Course dinner on New Years Eve
What's not included
- Any additional entrance fees and public transport that you may use that is not listed above.
- Meals that are not included in the itinerary.
- Tips for the guides and drivers.
- International Flights
Flight’s
You need to book your own flights and they are with Easy Jet.
Below is the flight that Gillie will be going on.
If you would prefer to travel from an alternative UK airport or book a different flight, that is absolutely fine. Please let us know when you book. You will need to arrange your own hotel transfers.
27/12/2025- Depart London Luton 15.30 Arrive Enfidha 19.35
Flight Number EZY2651
02/01/2026- Depart Enfidha 12.55 Arrive London Luton 15.15
Flight Number EZY2652
COST
The price of the above tour is £599. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:
A non refundable deposit of £100 If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The balance of £499 needs to be paid by the 14th November. If you are having a room to yourself for the 6 nights the balance is £629
Please note that the room type you choose (Sharing or solo room) will NOT be amendable.
PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0085776 Your First and Last Name
Please note that we do not accept credit card
To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit:
Protected Trust Services
By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:
Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions
When you RSVP to a trip you will be asked the following questions please take a moment to fill in all of the answers.
What is your full name? What is your contact number? What is your email address? Do you know the travel buddy you wish to share a room with? Do you wish to have a room for yourself?
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.
By paying the deposit for this trip you are confirming that you are physically able to participate in all aspects of this trip unassisted.
Physical accessibility:
This tour is suitable for Travel Buddies with medium fitness & normal mobility. It involves full days of sightseeing, often on foot, and includes some climbing of stairs, and getting on and off coaches and boats. This tour is not suitable for anyone with walking difficulties.
Visa Requirements
If you are traveling on a passport issued in the United Kingdom you will not need a visa to enter Tunisia.
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance is a mandatory requirement for travelling with Travel Buddies. Please ensure you are fully insured for all aspects of your trip. We would advise you to take out your travel insurance as soon as you have paid your deposit.9 attendees
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