Tour Calendar

Live the explorer’s dream during this 12-night cruise through the Beagle Channel and across the Drake Passage. Our March 2026 destination is the rarely visited Eastern side of the Antarctic Peninsula, called the Weddell Sea. The Weddell Sea has the clearest water on earth and an abundance of wildlife. In 2026 this is a Basecamp Cruise featuring free hiking, kayaking, photo workshop, and even snorkeling for the intrepid.

Enjoy timeless ruins, welcoming people, oodles of elephants and the famous Ceylon Tea Trails. This is a magical travel experience to the amazing country that is Sri Lanka. We will do our best to uncover all of her ancient secrets (and there are many). Join our epic trip across misty mountains and tranquil lakes while exploring wildlife preserves and Buddhist Temples.

Mexico City is the largest metropolis in the Western Hemisphere and is brimming with rich culture and awe-inspiring architecture. It can be hard to experience it all in one trip, so we’ve lined up plenty of hidden cultural gems. We’ll visit ancient pyramids, take walks through interesting neighborhoods, enjoy a wide variety of arts, and savor authentic Mexican cuisine and drinks along the way.

Join HE Travel on our most luxurious gay safari to date! The combination and contrast of 5-star elegance, exclusiveness, and wild African jungle mystique make for an unbelievable adventure you will never forget. The wildlife run the show here! We highly suggest you join us for the post-tour to Victoria Falls as well. It’s an amazing once-in-a-lifetime experience. This exclusive tour sells out fast due to limited space.

If you love islands, sunshine, temples, monkeys, and friendly people, this gay Indonesia tour is perfect for you. It is a great cultural tour with a mix of adventure. Enjoy two full weeks of touring with plenty of free time to relax. We will spend time on the islands of Java, Borneo, Labuan Bajo, Padar, Rinca and Bali.

Starting near Lisbon, our gay Portugal cycling trip takes us along quiet roads from the seaside hills of the Blue Coast through the agricultural region of Alentejo to the brilliant beaches of the Algarve. While hugging the Atlantic Coast, we’ll pass charming windmills, historic nautical sites, and quaint fishing villages. Experience the beauty and warm hospitality of Portugal!

Spend a week cycling along ancient Roman lanes, coastal drives, and mountain paths. Each night, relax at an authentic gay owned and operated agriturismo, enjoying a glass of wine from the villa’s vineyards, gourmet meals, and a dip in the pool, with cute locals always stopping by to enjoy the festivities. Read a personal account of this tour on our Gay Travel Blog.

Existing in virtual isolation for millions of years, the Galapagos Islands are home to many species found nowhere else on Earth. Join this gay Galapagos island tour and experience this abundance and variety of equatorial wildlife closely, as we walk, hike, snorkel, swim, and imagine Darwin’s dream.

Enjoy your time exploring Lima, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Cusco. Contemplate the towering Andean peaks (Incan gods) at sunrise over Machu Picchu. Explore Ollantaytambo, one of the last remaining Incan towns. Shop at colorful Andean markets and be carried away by native music on this LGBT Machu Picchu & Peru tour. Visit one of the most impressive temples, the Golden Temple, dedicated to the Sun God. Conclude your gay Machu Picchu tour at your final hotel in Cusco, an amazing five-centuries-old mansion.

Join us on this gay Spain hiking tour and follow in the footsteps trod by countless others since the 9th century. Hike through gorgeous mountain landscapes, visit medieval towns and obtain your Compostela certificate of completion. During the Middle Ages, the Camino was a sacred pilgrimage route for millions, and one of the few times that rich and poor were side by side. Enjoy the journey with HE Travel and meet a variety of people along the way.

Pretty much everyone in Switzerland hikes, and once you’ve experienced a week in the Alps, you’ll understand why. On this new gay hiking trip, you will revel in new panoramas every day. Hike through fields of wildflowers and tiny alpine hamlets, past waterfalls and alongside cold, clear mountain streams. Enjoy this new addition to our Switzerland hiking portfolio.

Alaska is home to majestic wildlife and a destination for adventure. Come with us and trek the bizarre landscape of Root Glacier, navigate a kayak through icy waters, fly over a volcano, explore pristine Denali National Park, and cruise Prince William Sound.

Marvel at the breathtaking grandeur and vistas of the Grand Canyon, ride thrilling whitewater roller coasters, hike remote canyons to cascading waterfalls, and take time for self-reflection in profound quiet, while the Colorado River whispers you to sleep each night.
Our Gay Travel Blog has personal stories from our guides: Zach, Sara, Trisha, Darin and Jim.

Hike one of the most remarkable trails in the entire world on our gay Peru hiking tour on the Salkantay Glacier Inca Trail route. Sleep in comfort along the way by staying in amazing mountain lodges for 5 nights. Experience breathtaking views while hiking in a land of enchanting mystery. Our reward after hiking past glaciers, tropical forests, ancient temples, and small villages is our destination: Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas.

Known as the Switzerland of North America, Glacier National Park is one of America’s most photogenic places! From hiking the jagged trails to whitewater rafting, your hunger for adventure will be satisfied daily. Join us for an intimate encounter with the land, sky, ice and wide-open spaces on this beautiful multi-sport gay Montana adventure!

Join our Gay Azores Hiking and Cycling tour. It’s overflowing with adventures with all of its National Parks. On this gay travel tour, you’ll have the opportunity to hike and cycle (all clients are on e-bikes) the beautiful terrain, eat the local food and explore the lovely island of São Miguel. It is a great way to enjoy a mix of outdoor activities over seven amazing days.

Enjoy this week-long soft adventure tour around North Vancouver Island. View wildlife from land and water. Meet locals and hear the fascinating history of the local area. Breathe in the fresh air on hikes and relax on one of our lodge’s massive sunset decks. This tour offers a great mix for any adventurer.

Marvel at the breathtaking grandeur and vistas of the Grand Canyon, ride thrilling whitewater roller coasters, hike remote canyons to cascading waterfalls, and take time for self-reflection in profound quiet, while the Colorado River whispers you to sleep each night.
Our Gay Travel Blog has personal stories from our guides: Zach, Sara, Trisha, Darin and Jim.

The vast open steppes, deserts, and hills of Mongolia beckon us to explore their secrets on our gay Mongolia tour. During our tour, local nomadic people will show us what they are most proud of. This will include the unique design of their flexible gers (yurts), and their annual summer long Naadam celebrations of wrestling, archery, and horseback riding. We will also explore the land’s ancient history through dinosaur fossils, Bronze Age petroglyphs, and even camel riding.

Grab your cowboy gear and head to a gorgeous Colorado dude ranch for a week of ranch-style activities. Enjoy horseback riding, fly fishing, whitewater rafting(depending on water level), amazing meals, and more. After each exhilarating day, you’ll have plenty of time to relax with a cold beverage, enjoy the scenery and enjoy the pool. The views are stunning from any spot on the property. Join us and experience the delights of the San Juan National Forest.

This is an adult only week experience at the ranch. There is a 220 pound weight limit to be able to ride a horse on this tour.

This Gay Lake Como tour offers fun activities with personalized attention each traveler’s interests. During the day we will enjoy hikes and e-bike rides through the scenic mountains of northern Italy. To wind down, we will enjoy fine dining with local wine in beautiful off-the-beaten-path settings. Come discover why some of the rich and famous (George Clooney for example) have also adopted this magnificent area for their lakeside villas and adventure playground!

Malta’s beautiful islands have long prompted territory wars, and some of its temples were built long before Stonehenge or Giza’s pyramids. When visiting now, Malta will remain for you an unforgettable experience. With some of the most sparkling waters in the world, Malta’s man-made monuments are a complement to these islands’ natural beauty.

Take a journey to marvelous Scotland and enjoy the many adventures that await you. The landscape is gorgeous and the wildlife is majestic. Spend a week hiking, canoeing, zip-lining, and more. The charming villages we stay in along the way will take you back to a simpler time.

During the height of the Holy Roman Empire, Central Europe nurtured architectural and musical influences that continue to this day. Enjoy our gay cultural tours with walking, concerts, rejuvenating baths, and ample time to explore.

Join an exquisite gay cultural tour of Italy with a congenial gay group. We will explore the Amalfi Coast, Capri and the enchanting regions of Basilicata and Puglia. We’ll delve into the history of Pompeii, and delight in the natural splendor of the region. We’ll admire the tenacity with which ancient residents settled the cliffs and islands of the Mediterranean.

From Istanbul to the ancient city of Ephesus, and the beautiful Turquoise Coast to the mysterious landscape of the Anatolian heartland. On this gay travel Türkiye tour, we’ll explore the best of this fascinating crossroads of civilization. Enjoy stunning city sites, archaeological wonders and a boat ride along the coast in a classic vessel on our gay tour of Türkiye.

Visit classic landmarks of Greece’s Golden Age in Athens, Sparta, Monemvasia, Olympia, and Delphi, and wander the lanes of ancient coastal villages of the Peloponnese Peninsula. Conclude your time in Greece with our relaxing 3-day optional extension to the picturesque (and very gay-friendly) island of Crete.

Morocco has a natural seductiveness, a charisma which attracts travelers like an exotic lover. Our gay Morocco tour takes us to beautiful ancient cities and modern metropolises; from the gorgeous coast to quaint remote towns on the far edges of the desert. Morocco’s arms are open for all who recognize its romance.

This gay holiday takes an intimate group of travelers to the most picturesque parts of gay Spain. Join us and explore the culture, history, and beauty of Madrid, Toledo, Seville, Cordoba, Ronda, Gibraltar, Granada with its magnificent Alhambra, and the scenic countryside in between.

Savor the rich traditions of Italy’s Adriatic coast in Puglia. During the day, you’ll wander through historic towns, seaside villages, Swabian castles, and ancient cave homes that long pre-date the Renaissance. Each evening, unwind at our restored 14th-century villa and enjoy dinners made with fresh local ingredients, including extra virgin olive oil pressed from the villa’s own trees.

Our gay Japan tour starts in modern Tokyo, then spends two nights in the traditional samurai village of Takayama. Next is Kyoto, with its abundance of temples and gardens and a visit to an art museum built into a hillside. Our unique Extension visits either the world-renowned Benesse Art Site on Naoshima Island or the beautiful remote lush Iya Valley (Benesse in 2026) and Hiroshima to see both the solemn Peace Park and beautiful Miyajima Island. And if you have extra time, join us for a night in a Buddhist monastery in the mountain village of Koyasan.

Step into the heart of Japanese art and culture for an unforgettable 12-day journey created for art collectors, appraisers and people interested in Japan. This unique tour is designed and guided by Japanese art curator and founder of Unexpected Adventures, Martha Blackwelder.

Walk on the wild side in Tanzania! This gay safari hits all the best spots, starting from Arusha with distant views of Mt Kilimanjaro, to Tarangire National Park to see herds of elephants. We then climb up the East African Rift to a wild wonderland of exotic animals who have created an ecosystem in the basin of a great volcanic crater. Many cultures have left their imprint and we visit a few, including ancient hominids found at Olduvai Gorge and the current Maasai warriors closely guarding their prized cattle from natural predators. The last half of our safari is spent on the expansive savannas of the Serengeti, said to be the greatest assemblage of wild mammals in Africa.

Egypt has enchanted visitors throughout history and our gay Egypt tour is no exception. The riches of antiquity are our destination and our backdrop as we cruise through the land of the pharaohs.

Experience THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS in Europe, from Mozart and the Habsburg Empress, Sissi’s castles in Vienna, gay King Ludwig’s heritage in Munich and Bavaria, the oldest and most famous Christmas market in Nuremberg, and the most beautifully-decorated fairy tale villages in the Alsace mountains and the stunning Christmas Capital Strasbourg.

Our small gay Chile tour group will revel in the vastness and natural grandeur of this remote region, with a focus on adventure! Enjoy hiking and kayaking through the varied terrain of Patagonia, all with a friendly group of gay travelers! Read more about how we developed this tour on our Gay Travel Blog.

This gay Costa Rica dream adventure is the perfect mix of adrenaline and relaxation. We’ll start the tour in amazing accommodations hidden in the Dry Tropical Forest next to a river fed by thermal hot springs. Dine under the stars. Listen to the sounds of nature and get the blood pumping with activities of zip-lining and rappelling. The last three days of the tour will be at a deluxe Pacific Coast resort, including sailing on the calm bay.

Our friendly gay Thailand tour will have us visiting several lush and historic regions of this diverse land. Explore Bangkok, a national park along the River Kwai, Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, and many other amazing locations including a verdant jungle hideaway near Phuket. Wander among ancient temples, markets, and ruins all while lodging in amazing hotels that reflect the character of their surroundings.

Join our Gay Galapagos Islands Adventure Tour. From hiking the rim of an active volcano, Sierra Negra, to swimming with penguins, our Galapagos gay land adventure will take us to three distinctly unique volcanic Islands. Meet blue-footed boobies, Darwin’s finches, sea turtles, marine iguanas, and sea lions as we explore these picturesque islands.

Experience Bali’s culture, history, people and cuisine firsthand as you visit its colorful temples, rice terraces, markets and natural attractions including hot springs, volcanoes, and lush jungles. The island of Bali, its people, plus its many religious shrines and sites are permeated with Balinese Hinduism, which has its roots in Indian Hinduism and Buddhism.

Egypt has enchanted visitors throughout history and our gay Egypt tour is no exception. The riches of antiquity are our destination and our backdrop as we cruise through the land of the pharaohs.