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11 days | uncover enigmatic wonders and cultural charm in india’s north.

Welcome to northern India, where ancient religion, cultural heritage and spirituality come together. On this 11-day Premium adventure, you’ll discover the Pink City of Jaipur, see the Mughal splendours of Delhi and Agra, savour the many flavours of Lucknow cuisine and soak up the ambience of holy Varanasi on a sunrise cruise. A local leader will bring the magic of India to light, from lavish palaces to vibrant bazaars and the incomparable Taj Mahal – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Packed with hotspots and hidden gems, you’ll discover the cultural heart of India through Exclusive Experiences, incredible accommodation and local interaction.

Trip overview

Our best 4-star accommodation and the highest level of service

All must-see locations plus authentic experiences exclusive to Premium

Trips led by our most experienced and highest-rated local leaders

• Discover the beauty in the buildings that lie across the north of India, from Jaipur’s Amber Fort and Royal City Palace to Agra’s Red Fort and the iconic Taj Mahal – one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
• Taste the best of Indian cuisine during Exclusive Experiences, including a street food tour led by a local expert in Agra and a homecooked meal hosted by a Brahmin family in Jaipur.
• Delve deeper into culinary mastery with a cooking class in Lucknow, the region capital renowned for its rich flavours.
• Spend two unforgettable evenings at your Feature Stay hotel in Jaipur. The heritage hotel has been in the same family since its opening in 1928 and offers opulent details and warm, friendly service.
• Visit a royal haveli in Jaipur and hear the stories of its owner’s ancestors, then cruise down the Ganges at sunset accompanied by local musicians – two Exclusive Experiences you can only find on a Premium adventure.
• In the summer months, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh can get very hot. Be sure to drink lots of water, pack light cotton clothing and use adequate skin protection.
• There are several early mornings on this trip, as many parts of India really come alive in the dawn light.
• It can get foggy between December and February, which can put a spin on the already spectacular scenery. However, it may cause traffic congestion and delays.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024

Namaste! Welcome to India. When you arrive at Delhi Airport, you’ll be collected and transferred to your hotel. Your adventure then begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm to meet your local leader and fellow travellers. Until then, you can explore this exciting capital city. Filled with historical landmarks, museums, galleries and endless bazaars, there’s plenty to keep you entertained in Delhi. After your meeting, head out for dinner at one of Delhi’s oldest restaurants. Having opened its doors more than 80 years ago, the iconic restaurant is credited with introducing India to ice cream and fine dining.

• The Grand Hotel or similar (1 night)
• Delhi - Welcome dinner

It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance and emergency contact details at this time. If you are going to be late, please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.

To get your bearings in Old Delhi, start the day with a leader-led tour of the most ancient part of the city. Your leader will help you navigate the metro system so you can then explore the impressive Mughal architecture on foot. It’s not Delhi without a traffic jam, so hop aboard a traditional rickshaw and weave your way around the streets surrounding the Chandi Chowk marketplace. Stop by India’s oldest and largest mosque, the Jama Masjid, before heading into the Sikh temple of Sheeshganj Gurudwara to observe the capital’s spiritual side. You have a free evening ahead to relax and recharge. Tap into your leader’s local expertise for food and activity recommendations that match your mood.

• Old Delhi City Tour
• Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
• Delhi - Jama Masjid (Shoe Keeper)
• Delhi - Visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque

Today’s total driving time is approximately 4 hours.

It’s time to head south to Agra. After a scenic four-hour drive, settle into your new hotel before visiting India’s most iconic landmark – the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. A tribute to his belated wife, Emperor Shah Jahan commissioned this famous monument in 1632 to house her remains. Intrigued? Your Taj Mahal guide will illuminate its fascinating history as you stroll the grounds at sunset. You’re likely familiar with North Indian cuisine (butter chicken anyone?), and tonight, your local expert will take you to unknown places on a street food tour. Stop by a 19th-century shop serving up age-old recipes from the Braj region of India for dinner tonight, where you’ll visit hyperlocal eateries that most tourists never get to see.

• Grand Mercure Hotel or similar (1 night)
• Agra - Taj Mahal
• Agra - Expert-led street food tour (as dinner)

Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.

Start the day with a visit to Agra Fort – widely considered one of the finest-looking forts in India. Learn how Akbar built a fortress and prison out of red sandstone in 1565, and then Shah Jahan converted and added to the fort to transform it into a palace. After, you’ll journey to Jaipur – the capital of Rajasthan – for your Feature Stay at the Hotel Narain Niwas Palace. This heritage hotel, managed by the same family since its opening in 1928, exudes the charm of a traditional family home while showcasing opulent touches at every turn – think chandeliers, stained glass windows and peacocks roaming the grounds. Later, join your leader on a walking tour through the crowded streets and wander bazaars filled with handcrafted textiles, folk art and the local specialty of semi-precious stones. Conclude the evening with a home-cooked dinner in the home of a local family and make the most of your time with your hosts, learning about their way of life.

• Hotel Narain Niwas Palace (Feature Stay) or similar (1 night)
• Agra - Agra Fort Visit
• Jaipur - Leader-led orientation walk
• Jaipur - Home-cooked dinner

Your travel time today will be approximately 5 hours.

Another day, another fort – but this time it’s Amber Fort, the crown jewel of Jaipur. Your leader will share the stories of a fallen empire as you explore ornate rooms, murals, frescoed arches and delicate jali work. Head to the striking City Palace – a blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture. Tour the grounds and learn about its construction by the founder of Jaipur. Later in the afternoon, hop on a rickshaw and travel to a royal haveli. Havelis are royal mansions that were ornately decorated as a display of wealth, many of which exist across the city today. You’ll meet the owner of a haveli for a tour of the property as he shares photos and stories of his ancestors who once ruled the nearby provinces.

• Jaipur - Amber Fort
• Jaipur - City Palace
• Jaipur - Private Royal Haveli visit with owner
• Jaipur - Balloon Safari - USD280
• Jaipur - Jantar Mantar Observatory - INR200

Enjoy a leisurely morning before flying east to Lucknow – the capital of India’s largest region, Uttar Pradesh. When you arrive, your leader will guide the group on an afternoon orientation walk to help you get acquainted with your new surroundings. This evening, join your group for dinner at a very special establishment – a restaurant that supports and empowers acid attack survivors. These courageous women, once too scared to leave their homes due to the physical and emotional scars of their attacks, have found refuge and a source of income through their work at the cafe.

• Hotel (1 night)
• Lucknow - Orientation Walk
• Lucknow - Sheroes Dinner

Your travel time today will be approximately 1.5 hours.

Seize the day with a morning tour of Lucknow, where your leader will show you some of the city’s best spots. This might include a stop at the intricate Bara Imambara – a hall built in 1784 for Shia Muslims. Its labyrinthine layout of narrow passages and staircases is best navigated with the help of a knowledgeable local. If you were impressed by Lucknow’s cuisine last night, you’ll be delighted with this afternoon’s cooking class. Discover the culinary secrets of Lucknowites, gaining skills that you can hopefully put to good use at home! For dinner, maybe try to find somewhere serving Tunday Kebabi (a Lucknow delicacy that allegedly contains 160 spices).

• Lucknow City Tour
• Lucknow – Awadhi Cooking Class

It’s an early start today, but for good reason – no trip to India is complete without a scenic train ride. The journey to Varanasi offers a unique glimpse into the heart of the countryside, all from the comfort of your seat. When you’ve checked into your hotel, join the group for a walking tour of the city widely regarded as India’s spiritual capital. In the evening, set sail on a sunset cruise on the Ganges. You’ll be joined by local musicians on board, who will play as you watch the flower and candle ceremony – an experience that will surely be etched in your memory long after your time in India is over.

• Ramada Katesar or similar (1 night)
• Orientation Walk in Varanasi
• Varanasi - Evening Ganga aarti with musicians on boat
• Varanasi - Ganges candle flower ceremony

Early risers, this one’s for you – embark on a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, where your leader will explain the significance of India’s most sacred river while gliding past the many ghats and temples on its banks. After, decide your own schedule before coming together again at Sarnath – one of the four main Buddhist pilgrimage destinations. The site is where Buddha preached his message of the path to enlightenment and features several stupas and museums to explore.

• Varanasi - Sunrise Ganges boat trip
• Sarnath Museum Visit
• Sarnath Stupa Visit

It’s the penultimate day today and time to return to Delhi. When you land, the afternoon is yours to explore at your leisure. There are plenty of sites you may have missed the first time around, like Humayun’s Tomb – a garden tomb dating back to 1570 – or Qutb Minar, the highest tower in India. Your leader can help you book any activities you wish to do before your final dinner as a group. You’ll head to a beautiful haveli dating back to 1887. Tuck into a feast of Mughlai cuisine, street food dishes and kebabs in a historical setting – the perfect finale to your Indian adventure.

• Farewell Dinner at Haveli Dharampura
• Delhi - Delhi Food Walk Urban Adventure - INR3750
• Delhi - Humayun's Tomb - INR600
• Delhi - Qutub Minar - INR600
• Delhi - Red Fort - INR600
• Delhi - Home-Cooked Delhi Urban Adventure - INR4000

Your travel time today will be approximately 2 hours.

Your journey comes to an end after breakfast. For those who wish to stay in Delhi, just get in touch with your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.

10 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 6 dinners

Auto rickshaw, Boat, Cycle rickshaw, Metro, Plane, Private vehicle, Train

Hotel (8 nights), Jaipur Feature Stay (2 nights)

• Arrival airport transfer
• Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
• Luggage transfer
• Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
• 24/7 on-ground support

Dates and availability

Important notes.

1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel. 2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 3. Please provide a scanned copy of your passport bio page at time of booking to secure a permit for your Ranthambhore National Park visit. Authorities at the park follow a strict booking process whereby permits are issued on a first come first serve basis. If we do not receive your passport scan in time we cannot guarantee you will be able to join the safari. Your full name will need to be provided exactly as it appears on your passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for flight tickets. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases, you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket if an amendment occurs. 4. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 15kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on. You can store excess luggage at the start point hotel. Currently, there are no non-stop flights operating between Jaipur and Varanasi, so you will fly through Delhi. This flight will require an early morning start time.

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20 Jobs that PAY YOU to Travel the World

It sounds too good to be true. Are there really jobs that pay you to travel the world?

We’ve been working our way around the globe for over fifteen years, and yes, they’re out there.

Hi, we’re Rach & Marty!

We’ve visited every country in the world and want to help you get the most out of your travels!

Whether you need an expertly planned itinerary , some experienced hints and tips , or just craving a delicious food adventure , we’ve got you covered!

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It’s time to show you guys that our travelling lifestyle isn’t a pipedream and that it’s totally possible for you too.

We get emails and messages every week from readers who want to work and travel, but don’t know where to start.

One of the most common questions we’re asked is how do we afford to just keep travelling the world.

Find our best tips to save cash for travels before you leave home. And don’t miss our 6 Best Travel Hacks to save you money.

Many of the jobs listed below have been the main source of income to support our travels.

Here are 20 Jobs that PAY YOU to Travel the World

Table of Contents

1) Trip Leader/Tour Director

Energy, patience, and great organisational skills are some personal attributes you’ll need for this job. A trip leader or tour director accompanies a tour group for the entire itinerary. It’s your job to make the trip run as smoothly as possible and ensure that everyone is having a good time.

Some daily tasks include arranging bookings, leading walking tours in cities, answering passenger questions (often the same one many times each day), speaking about the history, and communicating with other crew members or the coach driver. When things don’t go to plan on the trip, it’s also your job to try and fix it.

This is a job that requires a lot of hard work, especially in the beginning or at least until you are used to the destination that you’re working in. Once you’ve got the hang of it, it gets much easier and more enjoyable. Generally, you’ll be working in one continent for a season (for example, Europe or South America), depending on the company you work for.

If you possess the above qualities and you think a life on the road might be for you, there are hundreds of tour companies always looking for new Trip Leaders and Tour Directors.

Did you know that Marty and I used to work as Trip Leaders in both Europe and Australia? It was seriously the best job we’ve ever had.

View Tourradar for the best deals on group adventures worldwide!

Some of the tour companies we recommend applying for this job are listed below. Go to the Work with us page on their website and find out how to apply.

• Intrepid Travel
• G Adventures
• Topdeck Travel
• Contiki Tours
• Dragoman Overland
• Insight Vacations
• Trafalgar Tours

To find a range of other tour companies that you may be interested in, see Tourradar ,  a booking website to find and compare the best group tours around the world.

2) Tour Guide

This one is a little different to trip leaders and tour directors, as a tour guide will usually do shorter tours or commonly day tours. This may be a full day or half-day tour and often the guide is an expert in what he/she does.

It could be a full-day tour of a city talking about the history or it might be a half-day food adventure in Bangkok . I’ve listed our favourite companies below – check their websites for available positions.

• Get Your Guide

Want to earn money by hosting food tours, cooking classes, or creating dining experiences?

Eat With is a platform to share your passion for food with people from all over the world? You just need to sign up as an Eatwith host and earn money from working from any destination around the world.

Viator is one of our favourite sites for booking food tours, day tours, and attraction tickets. It’s so easy to just browse the tours on Viator , pay online, and immediately receive your tour voucher.

4) On-Road Chef

I worked as an On-Road-Chef for Topdeck Travel for many years in Europe. It was honestly the best decision I ever made in my life! It allowed me to travel all over Europe and cook for groups of up to 46 passengers at a time. In between the cooking, I got to see the most incredible parts of such a beautiful continent.

I’ve made some amazing friends with passengers and crew and the best part was that I was getting paid to do so!

This job was seasonal work, so once the Summer season in Europe finished, I’d travel the world for the other six months of the year.

Check out the Topdeck Travel website .

5) Site Representative

A Site Representative is another option for seasonal work. You would be based in one location for a few weeks or months at a time. You might be helping out in the kitchen preparing food for tour groups passing through, perhaps working in the bar on-site or maybe cleaning rooms.

It’s common to be stationed in a gorgeous location somewhere in the world too. Another bonus is that these random jobs can often include free accommodation.

This job is seasonal, so you could work the Summer season in Europe and then work in a ski chalet or village in the Wintertime. Either way, you’ll have plenty of activities to entertain you when you’re not working.

Check out www.seasonalworke rs.com for real-time vacancies for Summer and Winter jobs worldwide .

Some companies I’d recommend contacting directly for these jobs are below.

• Adventure Tours Australia

6) Nanny/maintenance worker/ ski chalet host for a European Winter

Interested in working in a beautiful ski resort in France or Austria for the Winter and getting paid for it?

VIP Ski  is a good website for available jobs to be a nanny, (looking after children) a chalet host, or a maintenance worker. These jobs are suited to enthusiastic and dedicated individuals, with a good sense of humour and a hard-working attitude.

Whether you’re passionate about food, qualified in childcare, or want to put your handy fix-it skills to good use, this might just be the opportunity for you.

7) Tour Coach Driver/Overland Driver Mechanic

Love to drive? You could be in charge of the wheel, driving through some of the most amazing parts of the world, and getting paid to do it. This job is much easier if you’re already licensed to drive heavy vehicles or trucks.

Depending on what part of the world appeals to you to work in, this job can pay some very good money. There are a few options below for companies that are always looking for good drivers with positive attitudes and personalities.

• Expat Explore  (Get 5% off any Expat tour, just quote code VERYHUNGRYNOMADS to your Expat reservation agent)

8) Travel Reservation Agent

Thinking about moving to London or Canada and still want to have a 9-5 job in the travel industry?

This job is perfect for those of you who like routine and creature comforts, yet you still want the perks you can receive from working in the travel industry.

These companies are often hiring reservation agents in major cities around the world.

• On the Go Tours
• GAdventures

9) Bartending Jobs

Bars, restaurants, and clubs are located worldwide and these are some of the easiest jobs to score. If you can pour a beer and wait tables, you can start earning money quickly abroad. My tip is to work in tourist towns or cities during the peak season of whichever country that you’re visiting.

The best way to find this type of work is to wear something smart, then walk around to bars and restaurants and just ask if they have any positions available.

TIP: Apply for work at hostels – You can often pick up bar work in hostels. A bonus to this is that the job will often include staff accommodation. This is a real win, as paying for accommodation is one of the biggest expenses when travelling or living abroad.

Alternatively, read our post about  How to Become a House Sitter and Travel the World for Free!

10) Construction Work

If you’ve already got experience in construction work, you can pick up some decent-paying work in New Zealand and Australia. Check out Backpacker Job Board for details about work in these two countries.

Some other helpful websites to search for are Workaway , HelpX, and WWOOF .

These sites advertise jobs for qualified travellers and also for other work on farms, in hostels, or just about anywhere else. You can pick up work that includes your accommodation and food too.

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11) Seasonal Work/Winter Jobs

Keen snowboarder or love to ski? Want to score a free lift pass for a season to some of the best mountains and powder around the world? These jobs are great, they’re seasonal and they provide some great perks.

Sure, you probably won’t be paid very much, but you’ll have an amazing time; isn’t that what really counts?

Winter jobs are available everywhere – but Canada is where I worked and had a blast. Some of the most popular jobs to apply for are Ski Lift Operator, Ski Instructor, Ski Shop Clerk, Chalet Chef, Ticket office, and so on.

You’ll often find that some mountains work by providing super cheap accommodation in hostels for those who work on the mountain. Check out my suggestions below;

Sunshine Ski Village in Banff, Canada – Find all job vacancies here .

Winter jobs in Whistler, Canada – Find all job vacancies here .

The best range of available ski jobs in Japan , Sweden, France, Switzerland, and anywhere else in the world can be found on Job Monkey.

12) Work at a Backpackers Hostel

Hostels frequently hire travellers to do random jobs on a short-term basis in exchange for free accommodation and sometimes some meals too. Easy jobs that don’t require any skills are common. Jobs like working in the hostel laundry, housekeeping, or washing dishes in the hostel restaurant.

You would typically work for around 3-4 hours each day. The hours are often negotiable so you might do your job at a time you choose and still manage to fit your full-time job in too.

A great way to avoid paying for board and you’ll be able to travel more with all that extra cash you’re saving!

Check out these websites for more information; Worldpackers and Hostel Travel Jobs,

13) Build a Profile on Fiverr

Do you have any skills at all to offer an online marketplace? Maybe you’re a graphic designer, copywriter or social media guru? All you need to do is set up a new profile on the Fiverr website and start selling yourself.

This job is great because you earn anywhere from $5 – $500 selling your services on Fiverr. You can pretty much get hired to do anything, from translation, copywriting, and dictation to design photo editing and social media marketing.

There are so many opportunities to find or create a job on Fiverr.com .

14) Work in Antarctica

If you enjoy a challenge and love the cold weather, there are many jobs available in Antarctica.

Check this website for a large range of jobs available in Antarctica. The  British Antarctic Survey &  Australian Antarctic Program  are good sources of information on vacancies available and also what to expect if you work in this part of the world.

If you’re more interested in working on larger ships that take passengers on expeditions to Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falklands, the following companies may have vacancies for a range of jobs onboard. 

Working in Antarctica is high on my list of jobs that pay you to travel. I bet this would be an amazing experience.

• Quark Expeditions
• Oceanwide Expeditions
• Poseidon Expeditions
• Aurora Expeditions

15) WWOOFING

WWOOFing (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms) has long been a popular website for many backpackers and budget travellers. It’s handy if you’re keen to live in a particular country, perhaps practice the language and immerse yourself into the culture. For many international travellers who come to Australia on a working holiday visa, these are their go-to jobs that pay you to travel.

To put it simply, you work on an organic farm for 20-30 hours each week and you’re provided with free food and accommodation in return.

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16) House sitting

Ok, this one isn’t a job – but it’s a brilliant way to travel around the world and avoid paying for accommodation. This means more savings in the bank for you to continue travelling in between house-sits.

Essentially, you would house-sit for a pre-arranged amount of time, and in return are provided with a whole house, villa, apartment, or another type of residence.

House sitting gigs are fantastic! In addition to receiving free accommodation with a real kitchen, laundry facilities, and often free wifi, you can really immerse yourself in the culture of the country you’re house-sitting in.

Sometimes as part of the deal, you may have to look after some pets, however, I think is a huge bonus, and love looking after a new furry friend.

The best way to get into housesitting around the world is to sign up with TrustedHousesitters.  And, if you use this link to sign up now, get 25% off your membership! Create a profile about yourself that tells potential homeowners why you would be the top choice to mind their place and get out there!

If you’re not sure what Housesitting is all about and whether it’s for you, read my post on how and why you should become a housesitter and get free accommodation around the world!

If you’re travelling in Australia and would like free accommodation while you work, check out Aussie House Sitters . At only A$84 to join up, this is a really good deal!

Use our Referral Code VMYBJ5 to join up with Aussie House Sitters and you’ll receive a $10 discount on your membership!

17) TEFL – Teach English Abroad & Travel the World

For those of you looking to move abroad and stay in the same place for at least 12 months or so, English teaching jobs are one of the best ways to earn some really good money.

This is one of those jobs that allows you to travel from country to country whilst earning enough money to see the best parts of the destination you’re teaching yourself. If you want even more flexibility, you can teach English online. So many options are available with this job.

Being a native English speaker will give you an advantage in scoring a teaching job, but non-native speakers can also get work teaching English.  The best advice I can give you is to take an online TEFL course first.

This will get you accredited, your foot in the door and it will guide you in the right direction to becoming a good teacher and scoring some of the best paying jobs around.

If you’ve ever dreamed of living in Japan, Thailand, or Vietnam – this is the job for you! Enrol now !

18) Brand Ambassador / Party person

Looking to work, party, and travel through Europe? Stoke Travel generally has positions available ranging from logistics and trip planning, event promotions, surf instructing, bartending, kitchen jobs, video producing, and everything in between.

You could sign up to be an intern or festival staff with these guys and be employed for up to 5 weeks at a time. These gigs come with free time between summer festivals to do some of your own travels. As a Stoke ambassador, you can earn commissions, get free accommodation, and get to meet hundreds of like-minded people.

Don’t forget that ambassadors also get three meals per day and as much booze as you can handle. It’s understandable that these jobs that pay you to travel don’t last too long.

If this sounds like your kind of thing, signing up to be an ambassador for Stoke Travel might be perfect for you!

These guys run tours/events in places like Prague, Ibiza , and Budapest, along with many other cities across Europe and beyond. They also need ambassadors to help run awesome festivals around the world such as La Tomatina , Oktoberfest,  and Running of the Bulls.

19) Work on a Cruise Ship – Popular jobs that pay you to travel

Travelling the world while working on large cruise ships is an awesome way to see some pretty epic destinations. Accommodation, transportation, food, and insurance are covered too. This is a job where you can save some good cash for future travels.

Depending on what your job is, a typical salary is around USD $2,000+ per month. This is one of the most popular jobs that pay you to travel. Get paid to travel to different regions and continents around the world.

Many cruise jobs also provide plenty of holiday time to travel on your own outside of the busy cruise season. There are different types of positions available. The most common jobs are tour managers, housekeeping, cooks, ship entertainment, engineers, shop assistants, hairdressers, and more.

I’d recommend checking the vacancies available with these companies below;

Uniworld – For jobs available with this boutique river cruise company.

All Cruise Ship Jobs –   A range of over 1500 vacancies available with different cruise liners around the world.

Or apply for jobs with these cruise companies directly – Princess Cruises, Norwegian Cruises , and Carnival Cruises.

20) Work on Private Yachts

If you love the sun, and the water and you possess great people skills – working on private yachts could be the job for you. Some of these gigs pay good money and depending on which part of the world you may be sailing in, your wage could be entirely tax-free! Yasssss!

I have friends who’ve worked on bigger yachts (superyachts) sailing around the Mediterranean and those who’ve worked for private wealthy families on smaller yachts too.

Types of positions available are ship hands, hosts, mechanics, housekeepers, chefs, and many more. The Caribbean is another popular destination to find these kinds of jobs that pay you to travel.

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What is life like living and working on a private yacht?

Working on a yacht provides you with a completely different lifestyle, and sometimes you might get to mix with celebrities. Sure, you’re not living the life of the wealthy guests on board, but you are able to experience the lifestyle.

Many owners will let you have access to the equipment and luxury facilities onboard for your own use when there are no guests. Depending on the itinerary of the yacht, you will also get to explore some of the world’s most beautiful destinations.

I’d recommend these websites below if you’re interested in these jobs that pay you to travel.

• Superyacht Crew Academy

I hope this article has inspired you to expand your horizons, leave your comfort zones behind, and dream big. And if you need a little more inspiration, our  100 Best Travel Quotes To Inspire you (with photos) should do the trick!

It’s true what they say…the world is your oyster! Now it’s up to you to get out there and start making your own travel dreams come true.

There are so many jobs that pay you to travel the world. Good luck!

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We have many tips to save money for travel and consider these 20 jobs that PAY YOU to travel the world to help you travel longer.

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Check out our ultimate packing list for travellers , and remember to pack travel insurance! We recommend these two travel insurance companies for excellent coverage.

Our  12 essential tips for safe travel in any country are worth a read. 

You’ll need to stay connected while travelling the world. We recommend eSIM. It’s easy, reliable and affordable. View eSIMs for individual countries , or consider  a Global eSIM if you travel to multiple countries or regions. This eSIM connects you in 124 countries , offering data-only eSIM and data/call/text eSIM .

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Great ideas! My only question is, how do you go about saving for a pension when working abroad and moving from place to place? I’m young and live in a country where the government does give pensioners money, but it’s not enough to live comfortably, so it’s important to contribute to a pension of some sort throughout your working life. Also, the government only gives money if you have been making national insurance contributions (by working) for quite a few years, so if you’re working abroad for a long time you may not be entitled to it. I know each country has a different system but I was just wondering what you guys (and others who travel for a living) do about saving for when you’re older?

We live and work in Australia when we’re not travelling the world, so we do contribute to our superannuation fund (money which we can access when we’re older). When we travel and work random jobs all over the world, we try to just put money aside in a separate account for our future. The rest is spent on travel and living our best lives while we’re here.

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Amazing information for those who would not work in cabin or corporate for boss.I think “this is the perfect job for me” Thanks

What a lovely post. I really appreciate your efforts. Good work.

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those are absolutely fantastic ideas

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Well everyone loves to travel, and this post gives me an idea, on how to travel the world without spending any amount yet gaining income. This makes me more pursuant to work one of those jobs. You did a great job, sharing these ideas, thanks.

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Most of us enjoy traveling and traveling is really good if we still get an income. Thank you for sharing this link with everyone.

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I agree! For the online jobs (basically teaching through Skype) a college degree is required, and for the foreign-based jobs, a TEFL certification (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) is also required (these jobs include accommodation too).

job that pays you to travel the world is like a job in heaven.. Thanks for the article..I am gonna apply one of them for sure

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Wow Amazing Humans. What a lovely way to live, and love nature in yhis Temporal workd full of greed, racism and hate !!! Thank you both so much.

Well, it’s a dream for anyone to get a sort of job which never brings hurdle when it comes to traveling the world. I think one of the most secure and best jobs that allow you to travel is being a flight attendant. As the perks of this job are way higher than others you’ve traveled the whole world while earning some handsome amount. What can be better than this? Btw very nice article!

Wow! I knew many jobs before reading this article but i never thought about travelling opportunities. Thanks for this post. Work on a cruise and travel around the world ….

I teach English in Thailand before, and I have fun and during my holidays I can travel Asia which is where I love!

A perfect balance! Asia is one of our favourite continents to travel around too 😉

Thanks a lot for sharing this post as it comes with a lot of details that have been very helpful.

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Founded in 1973, Topdeck has been providing fun, adventurous trips around the world for 18-39 for over 40 years.

What Makes Topdeck Travel Stand Out?

Topdeck tour focuses on providing friendly and authentic guided group tours where like-minded 18-39 year old travelers can have amazing group experiences. There are several trip types to choose from, from camping, to immersive, to multi destination, to sailing.

Who Will Enjoy Traveling with Topdeck?

Sociable, adventurous, budget conscious 18-39 year olds are the kinds of traveler who will gravitate to Topdeck. Though they offer a few different distinct travel styles, there is definitely a sense of an ongoing party, with travel as the conduit and underlying shared interest.

If the idea of being around a group of similarly aged people - many of whom may be exploring internationally for the first or second time - being spontaneous, and meeting locals (often in the environment of bars or clubs) is unappealing, then Topdeck may not be your cup of tea.

Introverted travelers, or those for whom an extensively planned itinerary including many museums and historical sites is ideal, may want to hunt around before choosing a Topdeck tour.

That is not to dissuade the more observational traveler - who may very well find a group they gel with perfectly on a Topdeck tour. Only to caution that you will be surrounded by several extroverted personalities.

The bottom line is if you are game for anything, are traveling on a budget, and don’t mind fairly basic but comfortable accommodations and inexpensive meals - sometimes on the go - then you will enjoy the Topdeck tour experience.

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Topdeck has tours throughout the world, in Europe, Australia & New Zealand, North America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

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The Topdeck travel style is tied quite specifically to their audience. These tours are great for youthful and energetic 18-39 year olds looking for a good time and to make new friends.

In the interest of keeping their tours affordable, travelers with Topdeck will need to make a few allowances. For example, hostels and hotels may be situated quite far away from the city centers. You can also expect some long travel days. The more of a good sense of humor and adventure you have, the more you’ll enjoy the experience.

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Feeling the urge to connect with travelers in your age group, have fun, and make lasting friendships? Topdeck has over 40 years of experience in adventure travel, which has helped them create epic low cost trips for 18-30 somethings.

These tours are certainly not for those who prefer to take things slow. You will be running around, moving between a lot of places - which in some cases means very long bus rides - going out a lot, meeting new people, and staying active throughout your tour.

If your ideal travel experience is more methodical and planned out in nature, Topdeck may not be for you.

But if you are an adventurous and social travelers eager to absorb a new culture and make new friends, then hop on board!

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Short answer: we’re the travel-enthusiast fairy godmother you never had. We’re your hassle-free ticket to discovering more destinations. Your exit from the daily grind into life changing experiences. A chance to uncover extraordinary with a bunch of curious, like-minded people – with the freedom to delve deeper and just be you.

Aged 18 to 30-something? We’re devoted to making your travel dreams a reality. And after years in the group travel biz we know what you want – and we aren’t scared of over-delivering. Forget forking out for the logistics, we’ll sort it for you. Accommodation, experiences, transport... we've got you.

Then? There’s all that free time to just. do. you. Be spontaneous. Do your thing. ‘Cause this is what you came for. And if you need local tips, we’ve got your back. Our Trip Leaders are the experts who don’t just lead; who inspire. Who will make your world come alive, and were born to do it.

A Topdeck trip is an alternate reality. A realer real, away from home, work, the usual. Your chance to be the best version of yourself. To be an insider, not a bystander. To share incredible moments with people who are 100% different, but 100% the same. To strip it all back and find the real you.

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Ever been held up in traffic or crushed up against some random on a bus and let your mind wander to the ‘what if’? What if I was in Europe right now? What if I sold everything and just took off? What if I had the freedom to travel where I wanted, when I wanted? Where would I go?  

Trust us, you’re not alone. At one point or another, we’ve all been there. And none more so than Topdeck’s founding-father Graham ‘Skroo’ Turner – the only difference is, he actually did it and built a pretty successful business from the ‘what ifs’ (if we do say so ourselves).  

Where it all started…  

Like so many young Aussies before him – and the hordes that would follow – a 23-year-old Skroo landed in London in the early 70’s to start his working holiday having recently graduated as a vet. 

To his new mates, the blonde-haired, scruffy-bearded Queenslander was a hard-drinking, indiscreet, swearing mans’ man who had a passion for travel. And in 1973 he joined the annual migration over to Munich for – yep, you guessed it – Oktoberfest.  

Like most bloody brilliant ideas, the concept we now (lovingly) know as Topdeck was born while Skroo and his mates consumed vast quantities of Bavarian beer and took part in the crazy antics that usually go along with this infamous event. Let’s be honest, not much has changed. As the empty glasses piled up on wooden tables, Skroo and his mates reminisced about a crappily run Scandinavian camping tour they’d been on earlier in the year. True to form, the young men agreed that they could have run the thing much better.  

The top-deck in  Topdeck …  

Back in England, Skroo stumbled upon an old WWII airfield whilst on a work call-out. The deserted airfield in the middle of the English countryside was filled with double decker buses. One, had even been kitted out as a mobile home, with bunk beds and a kitchen downstairs – it was fate.  

After many more beers in the pub and several days’ discussion with his mate Geoff ‘Spy’ Lomas, the two men decided to buy the run-down converted bus and start their own tours through Europe. Little did they know, this moment was the beginning of a $$$ business that would see success beyond their wildest dreams.  

Out the front of their London apartment, they spent weeks modifying the bus to take extra passengers. Much to the annoyance of their English neighbours – especially when the pavement collapsed under the weight of the bus. They advertised a six-week tour of Spain, Portugal and Morocco at £110 pp and sold tickets to like-minded travelers in the middle of Trafalgar Square.  

Finally, on 19 November 1973 the first Topdeck tour departed. 14 passengers. A driver with no license. No spare tyres or maps. And absolutely no worries. It was the 70’s after all. But despite some treacherous black ice in the Atlas Mountains, a side of police-bribery, a bout of food poisoning and some accidental drug purchasing, the group made it back to London in one piece a month and a half later. 

From then on…  

By 1975, Topdeck had made £15,000 profit and was running life-changing trips throughout Europe – including shorter trips to Oktoberfest, Pamplona and Hogmanay. But Skroo was ready for something bigger. And in October 1975, he and 16 (brave) passengers set off on the first ever ‘overland’ trip from London to Kathmandu.  

To say this trip was BIG would be an understatement. The group travelled over 9,500km through Europe to Turkey, Lebanon, Israel, Syria, Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Think: driving from Sydney to Perth and back again…but more. And it wasn’t without a few hiccups. Like the time the group underwent ten hours of not-so-civil questioning at the Syrian border after being in Israel (illegal at the time). Or when they nearly hit a bullock cart head-on driving into Delhi.  

But! The group eventually made it to Kathmandu – with some passengers continuing on home to Sydney and others returning to London in their trusty double decker, just four days before the bus was due to set off on the next trip.  

As time went on, Topdeck evolved into a professional travel organisation – getting rid of the ‘I like it better on top’ marketing stickers and tightening up operations on the road. And by the late 80’s, Topdeck was one of four remaining tour operators in Europe.  

And today?   

Topdeck’s inventiveness and free-living mentality in the early days paved the way for the incredible business we now know. While the double decker buses have been replaced by modern air-conditioned coaches and our trips now span the globe, the passion for free-spirited travel and inspiring people with seriously incredible trips remains part of our DNA. 

More than 40 years on, and we’re still your exit from the daily grind into life-changing experiences. Your ticket to discovering more destinations. A chance to uncover extraordinary with a bunch of curious, like-minded people – with the freedom to delve deeper and just be you. 

So, are you ready to get out of here and uncover what a  Topdeck trip is all about?  

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Places You’ll See

• Wander through the bustling streets of Tokyo
• Go crazy in the home of anime, Akihabara
• Pay your respects at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial
• Visit a sake brewery and sample this unique delicacy
• Introduction
• Day 1 Tokyo (Japan)
• Day 2 Tokyo
• Day 3 Tokyo
• Day 4 Tokyo – Takayama
• Day 5 Takayama – Hiroshima
• Day 6 Hiroshima
• Day 7 Hiroshima – Osaka
• Day 8 Osaka
• Day 9 Osaka – Kyoto
• Day 10 Kyoto
• Day 11 Kyoto
• Day 12 Kyoto

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• Overall Rating Excellent 4.1
• Itinerary Good 4.0
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• Tour Operator Topdeck 4.6
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• AM Alastair · 14th June 2023 My tour guide was excellent, very knowledgeable, fun and willing to help us when we needed it. My tour group was a good bunch of people from different t parts of the world. I particularly made good friends with a few of them. The tour itself was... Show more Trip date: May 2023

• N NickGonzalez · 6th December 2019 Japan was amazing, I really like that the tour was led with help getting through train stations and busy crowds. Trip date: November 2019

• K KirstyValentine · 18th November 2019 I would highly recommend it, was a great way of seeing Japan. Trip date: March 2019

• J Jessica · 15th November 2019 Don’t do the add on’s with top deck do it on your own too expensive Trip date: March 2019

What our customers ask about this tour

This tour concludes after breakfast at 9 am at Hotel Monterey in Osaka, and it is time to say farewell to your newfound friends! Please be aware the hotel is subject to change until your final documents are released.

This tour generally starts at 8 am in Toyko at Agora Place Asakusa, however, the joining point will be confirmed at the time of booking. As the tour has such an early start, we do recommend arriving one or two days prior to the tour - that way you also get a chance to explore Toyko!

Airport transfers are available for this tour at an additional cost, please contact our customer support team to arrange this.

A single supplement is available for this tour at an additional cost, please contact our customer support team to arrange this.

The optional excursions for this tour are: Tokyo Robot restaurant. Price: 7,350 JPY Tokyo Disneyland. Price: 7,770 JPY Takayama Hida beef dinner. Price: 3,600 JPY Kyoto Dress as a Geisha. Price: 9,800 JPY Dress as a Samurai 8. Price:100 JPY Please note that this list is a guideline only and all prices are subject to change.

Of course, we can! Once you have a confirmed booking on this tour, we can request additional accommodation for you with the tour operator.

The tour operator has advised that they do not have a list of accommodations available for the Japan Highlights tour, as the accommodations change so frequently. After the booking is made you will be issued your final trip documents with your specific accommodation details. On this tour, you will be staying 8 nights in hotels, 2 nights in a ryokan and 1 night in a guesthouse. The tour operator endeavours to select a combination of good quality hotels, hostels and guesthouses that reflects the character of the local area as well as being centrally located. The rooms are en-suite and twin where possible, depending on what you have booked.

Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. If you have not already booked your flights we recommend checking out the following link which is powered by Skyscanner - https://flights.tourradar.com

As a tour booking website, TourRadar cannot organise visas for you on your behalf as the visa requirements are regularly being updated and vary for the nationality of one traveller to the next. It is for this reason that we recommend checking with your local embassy or consulate website for the latest up to date information.

Topdeck creates trip itineraries designed exclusively for younger travellers. They can be more fast-paced, budget-minded, and includes activities for travellers to meet and have fun with other young passengers from all parts of the world! Their brand is designed around this unique experience geared toward younger travellers, so only passengers aged 18 - 39 years old can travel on this tour.

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As a traveller from England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types A, B.

• These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
• Hepatitis A - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
• Hepatitis B - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
• Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
• Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
• Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
• For any tour departing before 7th November 2024 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after 7th November 2024, a minimum payment of €75 is required to confirm your booking with Topdeck. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
• Some departure dates and prices may vary and Topdeck will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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