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Gay Tours and Travel

Detours is a laid-back approach to gay group travel with flexible and fun-filled itineraries in diverse destinations around the world. Our less-structured, small-group trips ensure social opportunities, unique experiences, and unforgettable adventures across each of our 8 to 13-day trips.

Why Detours

Smaller Group Sizes

Most groups have a maximum of 16 people - keeps things intimate and low impact

Guaranteed Departures

Over 60 trips each year - and they're all guaranteed departures with no minimum travelers required

Structured Spontaneity

Flexible, less-structured itineraries leave plenty of room for unique experiences

Our Trips

12 Days in Peru

Starting at $4,360 USD

8 Days in Peru

Starting at $3,990 USD

12 Days in Spain

Starting at $3,970 USD

10 Days in Europe

Starting at $3,870 USD

11 Days in New Zealand

Starting at $3,830 USD

11 Days in Scandinavia

Starting at $4,480 USD

10 Days in Egypt

Starting at $4,470 USD

11 Days in Costa Rica

Starting at $3,870 USD

10 Days in Croatia

Starting at $4,270 USD

11 days in South Africa

Starting at $4,580 USD

11 Days in Greece

Starting at $3,980 USD

11 Days in Portugal & Morocco

Starting at $4,370 USD

8 Days in Italy

Starting at $3,620 USD

10 Days in Argentina & Brazil

Starting at $4,340 USD

10 Days in Japan

Starting at $4,560 USD

10 Days in Australia

Starting at $4,340 USD

Reviews

Efren E. - USA

March 11, 2024

As we wrap up our trip to Egypt, I thank Detours for a second amazing trip, having gone to South Africa last year. Once again, the tour was well-organized from beginning to end. Maurice was fully available in the months leading up to the trip. Once on the ground, Darren was my tour leader for a second year in a row. He is an enthusiastic, organized, kind and true leader. He created a fun and friendly atmosphere while also providing daily guidance and updates on when and where to eat, what to bring, what to wear and great tips based on previous trips. He is always willing to help or trouble-shoot on any questions. He really looks out for his guests. Hend was our local Egyptian content expert and educator and provided tremendous insights on all our sites and Egyptian history. She is a lovely person who was also instrumental in helping the group seamlessly navigate every city we visited, providing best recommendations on where and what to eat, how much to tip, and much more. She is open to sharing what life is like in Egypt and providing insights on topics including Islam.
We kept thinking: I would not have wanted to wing this trip on my own. We felt extremely welcome and safe on this trip. The actual experiences and sites are breath-taking. Loved everything about this trip. I would go as far as to say that it was the best trip of my entire life.

Patrick N. - USA

February 15, 2024

Tim and I had an amazing time on our Detours trip to Costa Rica. This was our first time on an all-male trip, so we did not know what to expect. We have already registered for our second trip with Detours, so you know where this review is going. Everything leading up to the trip was handled with professionalism and ease by Detours. That same vibe continued once the trip started. Brandon, our trip leader, was high-energy, fun, kind, inclusive, organized, connected, and on top of his game. He did not miss a beat, all details were attended to, and he made the trip enjoyable for all. Clay was equally kind and fun, and we look forward to one of his guided trips in the future. Costa Rica is a beautiful country. We loved the variety of our locations (the beach, the mountains, the hot springs / Volcano). A little bit of everything was perfect. We participated in so many unforgettable activities (ziplining, Tarzan swing, ATV, white-water rafting, canyoneering, sunset cruises, beaches, waterfalls, pool parties, park tours, . . . ) that filled our days and brought us even closer to the group of guys we traveled with. The beauty is you get to choose your own adventure. Do it all, or do nothing, no pressure. If that is not enough, you get to experience it all with a diverse group of men from across the globe. The friendships and connections we made were easy even for introverts and heightened our positive experiences. We hope to continue these friendships in our future travels. If you are on the fence, get off. A Detours experience is worth it. Enjoy your trip!

Stratis C. - USA

June 4, 2024

We signed up for our first tour group as we headed to Greece largely bc we didn't speak the language and didn't want to worry about transport, planning, etc. What we got in return was so much more. Our amazing and fearless leader Dan shepherded us - and 10 others - on an amazing journey that included everything from jumping off 20' cliffs into the Agean, seemingly endless shots at Jackie O's with the beautiful staff, a white themed party on a pirates ship, an archeologist led tour of Delos, and so much more. We couldn't have asked for a better group, leader, or experience. If you are waffling on whether a tour is right for you, waffle no more. Side notes: Daily excursions are not required, so if you don't feel like particularly active, no sweat. Dinner is arranged every night, which takes any guesswork out of the equation. HUGE shoutout to Dan and the entire Detours team. They couldn't have made it easier, more fun, or rewarding. We'll remember this trip for the rest of our lives.

Shane W. - USA

March 3, 2023

I completed my first Detours trip to South Africa and I'm still in amazement of the experience. South Africa is amazing and so is Detours. Anytime we had a question, Miles or his team was quick to answer and assist in anyway they could. Our trip leader Darren was a complete joy who took the time getting to know each of us and helping us bond. This is the first time I've connected with my tour group and want to stay in touch with them. Several of us are planning future trips together. If you want an amazing experience and do something more than just seeing the sights, do a Detours tour. I'm so excited I took the chance and now part of the Detours family. Detours builds community on their trips so it feels like a bunch of friends decided to go on holiday together.

T.J. M. - USA

January 29, 2023

It’s hard to find almost any business that “gets you” these days. Travel has changed so much in the past few years so it’s a big investment of time, money and expectation when you book a trip. I’ve just completed my 5th tour with Detours and I can’t say enough great things about them. This is a business built from the ground up with a passion for fun, adventure, comfort and value foremost in mind. All the tour leaders with Detours are reflections of the qualities the owner envisions. They’re all about YOU! They know what they’re doing and have never let me down or fallen short of providing an unforgettable experience. If you haven’t yet, book a tour with them and be ready to be amazed at what they do.

Victor C. - USA

October 24, 2023

My husband & I recently returned from the October 2023 Spain trip. We really loved our Detour Tours travel experience. Our trip was made up of 16 fellow travelers - 4 couples & 8 singles who were all personable and easy going. We had a wonderful Tour Leader, Scott, who was very knowledgeable, experienced, approachable and looked out for all of us.  He went out of his way to be inclusive and was a great source of information on the local sites and activities.  Detours arranged the hotel accommodations, the airport transfers, and the travel between the 4 amazing cities of Barcelona, Granada, Seville, and Madrid. The tour included walking tours and a major attraction at the start of each destination city, but the rest of the time we were free to explore, join a group activity, or just chill in our hotel room or a nearby cafe. Our favorite experiences were the walking tours because the local gay tour guides were so knowledgeable, informative and personable. We learned a lot about the rich local history and culture of the Spanish cities we visited.  Our second favorite experiences were the fun group dinners and pre-and post dinner drinks that Scott organized and which most of us joined in. Although there was no pressure to join in other optional activities, we ended up signing up for a number of them such as cooking class, watching a flamenco show, and seeing the Prado Museum. They were all memorable and fun. Thank you Scott & Detours. If you are looking for a well run LGBT group travel experience, we strongly recommend Detours Travel. Victor and Jim from Palm Springs CA.

Justin P. - USA

September 12, 2023

Detours Travel gave me the trip of a lifetime and one of the best weeks of my life in a castle in Italy! I booked this trip for the first time a little less than a year ago based on raving reviews from a friend of mine and Detours lived up to the reviews and then some. Every single detail gets thought through meticulously, leaving me to focus on nothing but relaxing and enjoying the sites. Optional lead tours are available at times, if you choose and each day has the perfect balance of planned activities that you can opt in or out of. I was able to pay for my trip in installments which made financial sense, and any time I had any issue or change needed, a quick email did the trick with no work needed on my end. Travel to and from the destinations are all planned ahead, and trip leaders are knowledgeable, friendly and create an inclusive environment to ensure everyone feels welcome and like friends. The masterminds behind the scenes go out of their way to make sure that this trip is unforgettable, I'm already planning my next one. Thanks Detours!

Jim M. - USA

September 15, 2024

Before the trip, I did not fully appreciate the role of the tour leader. I thought we would have a few group activities and then be completely on our own. That was not the case (unless you wanted it to be that way). Dan, our excellent leader, asked who wanted to do what optional activities and then tried to schedule so that we could do them together. It made the experience so much richer to be with new friends. Also, he planned group dinners most every night. Everyone didn't do every meal, but when I wanted to be with a group and not have to think about where to go for dinner, I could join the group. Same with going out after dinner. It truly was the best of both worlds -- having social time with friends when I wanted it, but also having the freedom and flexibility to explore on my own or have solo time when I needed that. The tour itself was wonderful, but I think this flexibility coupled with the expertise of the tour leader made Detours unique. I absolutely will travel with them again.

Joseph F. - USA

October 12, 2024

As I’m sitting in my he Madrid terminal heading back home after my third and equally fabulous trip to Spain. Clay was our trip leader and he is GREAT. He made sure we were all taken care of for any of our needs. He is extremely knowledgeable about Spain and each location had something to experience. We even went to a working olive farm, José, the owner of the farm toured us through the farm. We ended at his home where we met his family who served us a delicious meal. If you’ve never done a Detours trip you’re missing out on a trip of a lifetime. So far I’ve toured Israel, Jordan, Egypt and Spain. While Clay is an amazing leader, the other leaders are equally amazing. Miles, the owner, is easy going and super nice. Book a trip without hesitation and you too will be a return traveler.

Stephen D. USA

November 20, 2023

I took my first and certainly not the last Detours trip. It was to Portugal and Morocco, in October. My tour Guides Ollie and Shane were awesome. They helped with any questions and looked into any additional activities that you might want to do. I specifically asked about a balloon ride in Morocco that was one of my highlights. The accommodations were all great. This trip exceeded all my expectations. I have always been a solo traveler and it was nice to share this with fellow travelers. I found I did activities I most likely would have not done on my own. Taking a Tajine cooking class, gone on a camel ride, private dinner for the group at someone's home. This gave me the opportunity to explore and understand the culture and perspective of life that I would have missed otherwise. There were many planned activities but also plenty of down time, to do your own thing. I look forward to many more Detours adventures.

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Our Blog

Extend your Wanderlust: Jordan, Italy, Finland & Estonia

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If you read our last blog post, you know we can’t wait to make 2025 a year of travel wanderlust! This year we’d love you to join in on the fun and create an unforgettable travel year for yourself, …

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  • Jan 23, 2025

Now that we’ve all recovered from the post-holiday blues (hopefully… 😰), there’s no better time than now to start planning that next adventure (or two) for 2025! Just like last year, we&rsqu…

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New Year, New Destinations: 2024 in Review

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  • Dec 30, 2024

Well, 2024 was an absolute blast! And if the upcoming year is anything like the last, we’ve got a boatload (or plane-full) of unforgettable experiences lined up for 2025 too…  Looking back…

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Detours Winter Remedy: Australia’s Sandy Beaches

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  • Dec 11, 2024

Surf’s up bro! Wait, do people even say that?  I guess the surfer bros in Australia do — a place with world-renown beaches, snorkelling, and you guessed it — surfing. For us…

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