Adventure for 18-30's, 50+ Countries, 200+ Trips

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Destinations
- All Destinations
- Africa
  - All Africa
  - Ghana
  - Kenya
  - Madagascar
  - Malawi
  - Morocco
  - Multi-Country Africa
  - Namibia
  - South Africa
  - Tanzania
  - Uganda
  - Zambia
- Asia
  - All Asia
  - Bali
  - Cambodia
  - China
  - India
  - Indonesia
  - Japan
  - Laos
  - Malaysia
  - Maldives
  - Multi-Country Asia
  - Nepal
  - Philippines
  - Singapore
  - South East Asia
  - South Korea
  - Sri Lanka
  - Thailand
  - Vietnam
- Australasia
- Central & South America
  - All Central & South America
  - Argentina
  - Belize
  - Bolivia
  - Brazil
  - Chile
  - Colombia
  - Costa Rica
  - Cuba
  - Ecuador
  - Guatemala
  - Mexico
  - Multi-Country Latin America
  - Nicaragua
  - Peru
- Europe
  - All Europe
  - Albania
  - Andorra
  - Austria
  - Croatia
  - Greece
  - Iceland
  - Italy
  - Multi-Country Europe
  - Norway
  - Portugal
  - Spain
  - UK & Ireland
- Middle East & Central Asia
- North America
- Polar Regions
- Travel Around the World
Trip Styles
- All Trip Styles
- Adventure Trips
- Paid Work
- Volunteering
- Learn & Develop
- Short Trips
  
  Short Trips
  A short trip is the perfect break for people in university or work who only have a few weeks to spare for travelling. You can do all sorts of exciting things in a short space of time from adventure travel, volunteering, learning new skills and more! Discover the world with our awesome short trips.
- Close to Home
  
  Close to Home
  Embark on an extraordinary adventure right on your doorstep by booking a tour less than 5 hours from the UK! Picture yourself exploring enchanting cities, indulging in tantalizing cuisines, and immersing yourself in captivating cultures—all without the hassle of long-haul flights. With an array of destinations within easy reach, you can satiate your wanderlust in no time.
- Round The World
- Perfect for...
- Independent Adventures
  
  Independent Adventures
  Our independent adventures are a hybrid style of travel for those who can’t choose between winging it yourself or a group itinerary. Embrace all the freedom and flexibility of unguided travel but with all the reliability and security of a bookable experience. Exploring the world freestyle has never been easier than with our independent adventures!
Travel Services
- All Travel Services
- 200+ trips
  
  200+ trips
  With over 200 trips in more than 50 countries, Gap 360 has your perfect travel experience. From group tours to paid work, volunteering to learning a new skill, there’s something for everyone - your adventure is waiting.
- Flights
  
  Flights
  Our flights partner, Flights 360, is on hand to get you the best deals on plane tickets. They work directly with airlines around the world, and can help from simple return flights, to complex round the world itineraries.
- Travel Insurance
  
  Travel Insurance
  Having comprehensive travel insurance is an important part of travelling, from unexpected medical bills, to lost baggage, it’s important you have cover in place. Our travel insurance partner provides simple and flexible cover designed for our trips.
- Visas
  
  Visas
  Many destinations have simple entry requirements for travellers, others involve visas and vaccinations. We offer a visa service so you can make sure you have the right documents before you go - no stress!
- Custom Itineraries
  
  Custom Itineraries
  Gap 360 can help you plan a bespoke itinerary. Whether it’s a combination of a few countries, or an epic round the world journey, we can make sure you get the most out of your budget, and make sure the dates and flights fit perfectly for you.
- Round the World
  
  Round the World
  Round the World trips provide life-changing experiences. Gap 360 offers set packages, or you can build your own itinerary! We can help with flights, visas, and travel insurance, so all you have to do is grab your passport and have the trip of a lifetime.
- Guidebook
  
  Guidebook
  Whether you want to find out more about a specific destination, our top tips, or the latest travel trends, our Guidebook has all the information you need for your next adventure. Wondering where to go next? Check out our inspiration section!
- Travel Advice
  
  Travel Advice
  From budgeting to packing, and advice for parents & guardians, Gap 360 provides expert information on gap years and youth travel. Our travel advice and help sections are based on years of real world experience exploring the world.
- Meet other travellers
  
  Facebook Chat Groups
  Meet and chat with fellow travellers before you head away! Find other people travelling to your destination, ask questions to people who have already been, and discuss everything travel.
- Safety Training
  
  Safety Training
  Travelling safely is at the heart of what we do. For added peace of mind we offer a safety training course, ideal for first time travellers or those going on longer more extreme trips. Led by experts, if you’ve never travelled before, this is great preparation.
- Gift Vouchers
  
  Gift Vouchers
  Whether it’s a birthday, graduation, or Christmas, give the gift of travel! You can select any amount for your gift voucher, and they never expire. You’ll also get a virtual gift card to send to your recipient.
- Resources for Schools
  
  Resources for Schools
  Looking for an in-person or virtual presentation for your class? We offer unbiased advice sessions about the benefits of taking a gap year. We can also provide printed materials such as brochures and flyers, including our ‘Should I take a Gap Year?’ guide.
Offers
About
- About Us
  
  About Us
  Gap 360 is a UK private limited company based in Kent.
  
  The purpose of the company is to provide affordable gap year travel opportunities to a wide range of travellers.
  
  Gap 360 is 100% independent and not part of a larger business, unlike some other gap year providers.
- How to book
  
  How to book
  Give yourself peace of mind that your trip is reserved whilst there is space available; some trips sell out fast so don't miss out! Secure your spot with a £49 deposit along with a payment plan to spread the cost monthly before you depart, or use our standard deposit of £199.
- Why choose us?
  
  Why choose us?
  Because at Gap 360 we really want to make sure that you have an unbelievable trip abroad!
  
  Choose from 200+ gap travel programmes in over 50 destinations and let our expert travel advisors help you plan your dream trip down to the very last detail.
  
  Don't delay, plan your gap adventure today!
- Reviews
  
  Reviews
  We've helped thousands of young travellers like you plan their dream gap years and trips abroad.
  
  Check out our independent customer reviews to find out why our travellers are delighted to have booked with us.
- Meet the team
  
  Meet the team
  Meet all the lovely people in our Gap 360 team.
  
  Find out a little bit about each staff member, from our travel advisors to our directors and everyone in-between.
  
  They share their favourite destinations and travel experiences with you too!
- Visit us
  
  Visit us
  We offer free travel advice sessions for wannabe travellers.
  
  Come and visit us in our office for a one-to-one chat with a travel advisor or arrange a phone or video call and get fantastic free advice on tap!
- We'll visit you
  
  We'll visit you
  If you are a school, college, university or organisation and would like to book a Gap 360 presentation, or have us take part in your gap fair, then we are happy to come and visit you and fill you in about gap travel!
- Press
  
  Press
  Discover great stories from our travel experts!
  
  Our site is packed full with press releases, articles, news and reviews.
  
  We are happy to be contacted on all matters regarding gap year travel, provide insightful articles, or attend workshops and debates.
- Careers
  
  Careers
  Are you interested in a career with Gap 360?
  
  We are always on the lookout for bright young things to join our exciting team of travel experts.
  
  Check out our latest job openings, send us your CV or apply for a position at Gap 360.
- FAQ's
  
  FAQ's
  Take a look at some of our most frequently asked questions and seek out the answers to all your top travel queries here!
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