As the Expat Explore team is busy gearing up for another crazy shopping period, we’re taking some time to share the previous year’s Black Friday specials that were extremely popular. 

Rather than inciting retrospective FOMO, we hope that these will help you do some early Black Friday planning. That way, you’re prepared when you eventually start shopping for deals!

Best-selling travel deals from 2023

We dug into our Black Friday travel sale records to see which of our tour promotions and tours were favourites. Our top seller was the 8-day European Vistas tour! This jam-packed tour is designed to give travellers the opportunity to see the best of Europe’s scenic sights. With multiple destinations including Germany, Austria, Italy, Netherlands, France and Switzerland, it’s not hard to see why this was last year’s most popular Black Friday sale!

Some of our other bestsellers from 2023 include the multi-country Northern Explorer and Balkan Explorer tours as well as our dreamy Italian Delights tour and jam-packed Taste of Eastern Europe tour.

Read on to learn more about some of our bestsellers, and find out which tours to look out for in the 2024 Black Friday travel sale!

Black Friday sales and promos to look forward to in 2024:

Hoping to enjoy one of our Black Friday travel deals in 2024 and become one of our success stories? Here are last year’s most popular tours and a few exciting Black Friday travel deals that you should be looking out for during the 2024 Black Friday sale:

1. Eastern USA & Canada Escape

Experience the magic of the USA and Canada as you tick off some of the top attractions you’ve seen on television and in movies. Take a bite of life in the Big Apple with three nights in the city that never sleeps. Then, marvel at Niagra Falls, discover the rich history of Boston, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., and visit famous Canadian cities Quebec and Toronto!

2. Highlights of Japan

Our new, 13-day Highlights of Japan itinerary features a whopping 37 included experiences, offering you more memories for your money! Start in the bustling capital of Tokyo, and experience the incomparable history and culture of Osaka, Hiroshima and Kyoto. Immerse yourself in unique cultural activities such as visits to Ninja and Sumo museums and a former Samurai home. Travel back in time to ancient cities such as Kanazawa and Takayama. Taste locally grown green tea and Sake!

This is truly a bucket-list tour unlike any other and what better way to experience it than with a Black Friday discount?

3. Spain & Portugal in Low Season

Dreaming of tapas, port wine and colourful cities steeped in history? Then a trip to Spain & Portugal is certainly in order! However, in peak season these beloved destinations can be overrun with tourists and the summer heat can be stifling. That‘s why Expat Explore launched our range of Low Season tours. Discover the beauty of top destinations such as Granada, Costa del Sol, Seville, the Algarve, Lisbon and Porto without the crazy crowds, prices or heat!

4. Highlights of Morocco

This year, Expat Explore launched its very first Discovery Tour of Morocco. Now, an adventure-filled, 12-day itinerary is ready to be booked for 2025. From sweeping desert landscapes and coastal gems to the dazzling blue city of Chefchaouen and the bustling souks of Marrakesh, this guided Morocco tour offers something for every type of traveller. Keep an eye out for our Black Friday deals and who knows, you may get to explore Morocco for much less in 2025!

5. Taste of Italy

Dreaming of seeing the top attractions and getting a glimpse of life in Italy? Then 7 days of discovering all the Italian Delights is the trip for you! Benefit from a jam-packed itinerary, including guided walking tours of Rome and Florence, a visit to the colourful Cinque Terre, a free day for exploration in Venice, and a taste of all the Italian cuisine and wines you’ve always craved! If you love the good life, Italy should be first on your Black Friday shopping list.

This tour also includes a wide variety of optional excursions that you can book and join to further elevate your Italian travel experience!

6. Great Britain

Now is your chance to discover this wonderful destination and learn more about its fascinating history, myths and legends. Visit England, Scotland and Wales. You’ll have one week to experience British culture, history, architecture and cuisine! Admire the beauty of the Scottish Highlands and English Lake District. Explore the historic cities of York and Cambridge and feel the vibe in Liverpool.

7. Cape Town & the Garden Route

Escape to the South and see why South Africa should be on everyone’s bucket list! Travel from the bright and welcoming Cape Town to the glorious Garden Route. See the Cango Caves and more Oudtshoorn gems. Taste world-class wine and soak up the coastal scenery of Hermanus and Mossel Bay. Over 9 days, we have no doubt that you’ll fall in love with this beautiful region of South Africa!

If you’ve never been to South Africa, or you’re itching to return, there’s no better time than now. Enjoy the best of both worlds with South African outdoor adventures and city explorations.

8. Costa Rica Escape

This expertly-designed tour of Costa Rica is the perfect opportunity for you to get a taste of Latin American life! Behold the famous Monteverde Cloud Forest and swim in the tropical waters of Quepos. Discover the beauty of the Manuel Antonio National Park and explore San José, Costa Rica’s vibrant capital city. Take a dip in the steaming hot springs at an active stratovolcano!

Enhance your itinerary with plenty of optional excursions and get to know this colourful country through the eyes of local guides.

9. Brazil, Iguazu & Argentina Delights

Home to untamed natural landscapes, vibrant cultures and bustling cities, South America is one of the world’s most exciting travel destinations! This tour takes you to Brazil and Argentina and offers plenty of time in each location to soak up the true essence of Brazilian and Argentinian culture. Spend three days each in Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires with time in Paraty in between. Marvel at the breathtaking Iguazu Falls, the world’s largest waterfall system, on the Brazilian side.

This exotic 13-day adventure is one you will never forget so be sure to secure your spot during our 2024 Black Friday sale!

10. Europe Highlights

This is another one of Expat Explore’s most popular tours! Get ready to tick off multiple Europe highlights in 10 days. Starting and ending in Rome, travel through Germany, France, Switzerland and back to Italy. See iconic sights such as the Eiffel Tower, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Amsterdam’s canals and much more!

Related: Tick off these 37 bucket-list items in Europe next year.

Whichever tour you choose, know that you’ll be getting more memories for your money with our excellent Black Friday deals!

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Were you one of the lucky travellers who managed to book lower-priced tours in our previous sales? If you were, then we’d love for you to be one of our Black Friday success stories. Please contact us and we’ll get back to you to find out more. Keep an eye out on our Black Friday page as sales open soon!