ABOUT US

Our Story

Picture this...two guys in their 20s, 9-5ing and running the rat race. They were burning out fast and couldn't help but think there MUST be more to life than spreadsheets and suits! They wanted to leave ordinary behind and find out if extraordinary was out there and so they did...

 

Soon, they swapped the corporate life for elephant pants and sunset beers and never looked back! They shared a dream of creating adventures that allowed people to explore all around the world, create long-lasting friendships and give back to the amazing communities along the way. TruTravels was born!

Leave Ordinary Behind

We weren’t made for the ordinary.

 

We were made to chase sunsets, not schedules, to connect with the world, to meet people and form communities globally. To share conversations and connections. To make a difference.

 

The best memories aren’t made in comfort zones. They’re made when you step into the unknown, when you say yes to adventure and look for something more. Connect, feel, explore.

 

Find your extraordinary.

CreateOpportunity

We believe in providing the opportunity for our customers to have the time of their lives, for our staff to be the best they can be and for our partners and communities to use tourism as an opportunity
to improve their lives. Together, we have a chance to promote equality through social enterprise and responsible travel.

We don't do average

We only do mind-blowingly awesome. We pride ourselves on excellence and go above and beyond to provide life-changing experiences for all our customers every time.

We are always striving to innovate and improve our services and our trips so we can provide the best value for our customers and all of those involved.

for the benefitof all

We do what we do for the good of our customers, staff, partners and the communities where we work. We want to make the world a better place, whether that’s by spreading good vibes & making people happy or by helping development in areas that need it. We believe that travel should always be used as a force for good.

we arefamily

Our people are what make us so unique. Everyone at Tru is part of the family - we work, play and party together. The TruFam is made up of an amazing bunch of individuals who share our passion for spreading good vibes and changing lives through travel. We are about connecting people from all over the world, and everyone who comes on tour with us becomes part of the Tru Family for life.

livethe dream

Love what you do and you will never work a day in your life. Fun is built into everything we do; if we are not enjoying ourselves, then we cannot provide the best experience for our customers. We aim to inspire people to live the dream.

Ferrari for the price of a Ford - the tours that don't break the bank! Our Classic trips have the perfect balance of culture & adventure, jam-packed days with unbelievable life-changing experiences and hey, even a party or two. Maximum inclusions, minimum hassle, you get the gist.

Want the Tru-backpacker experience? These adventures are designed for travellers aged 18-29 who want to explore the world for less without missing out on epic and authentic experiences. On our Backpacker trips, you’ll stay in our hand-picked hostels, enjoy more free time and still get that incredible group-travel experience. Who said travelling on a budget had to be boring?

Craving an unforgettable adventure? Want to experience some of the world's biggest cultural festivals? Introducing our ā€˜Limited Edition’ Travel Style. These brand-new tours are your way into iconic bucket list moments across the planet.

Want to sit back and let us handle it all? By booking one of our multi-trip combos, you can relax and let us take care of all transfers, flights, accommodation and everything else in between. So go ahead and check out longer tours that take you across multiple countries and all you have to worry about is what to pack!

Our Flashpacker style is for those who want to experience our bucket list activities, but with a little more comfort and style. We've included all the best bits of our Classic tours, but with higher standards of accommodation, transport and activities. Done with the hostel vibe? Then this is your natural progression. It still has the epic backpacker vibe, but a bit more boujee. We like to call it ballin’ on a budget. From backpacker to Flashpacker.

It's time to pack away the bikinis and head to the mountains! This travel style 'Ski and Apres' has us trading in the beaches Tru is so famous for and swapping into our ski gear! We've found the perfect balance of learning new skills and sliding the slopes with a well-deserved party and apres ski! This trip is guaranteed to be one to remember! That's s'no'w joke.

OUR IMPACT

Since day one, TruTravels’ mission has been simple but powerful - to give back more than we take. We believe in Changing Lives Through Travel by creating life-changing experiences that benefit everyone - especially the communities we visit.

 

In 2022, we committed to measurable action that benefits travellers, communities, and our environment. In our People & Planet Promise - our pledge to positively impact 250,000 lives by 2030, be climate positive and take a lead on sustainable travel and raise £1.25million for People & Planet. Check out our progress below!

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TREES PLANTED

Since day one, TruTravels’ mission has been simple but powerful - to give back more than we take. We believe in Changing Lives Through Travel by creating life-changing experiences that benefit everyone - especially the communities we visit.

 

In 2022, we committed to measurable action that benefits travellers, communities, and our environment. In our People & Planet Promise - our pledge to positively impact 250,000 lives by 2030, be climate positive and take a lead on sustainable travel and raise £1.25million for People & Planet. Check out our progress below!

Team Members (Europe)

Team Members (Europe)

Josh
Creative Executive
All about adventure and all things visual, Josh is always behind the camera getting the most amazing content for our social media and website!
Chloe
Inside Sales Specialist
Chloe is your go-to for booking your dream trip. She loves to travel and try cocktails from all over the world - although tequila will always be no1! It's always happy hour when Chloe's in town!
Tyron
Sales Manager
King of sales, Ty is there to make sure everyone gets a bargain and gets booked on to their dream tour!
Ali
Inside Sales Specialist
Tru's very own seƱorita is always on hand to help customers plan and book their dream trip! Ali has done plently of Tru trips so there's not much she doesn't know!
Roxanne
Global Head of HR & Talent
The amazing Roxanne helps us with hiring and training new members of the TruFam! She is a ray of sunshine and is by far the most stylish member of the TruUK office!
Abi
Brand Partnerships Executive
When she's not collecting bits for her junk journal Abi is connecting with communities across the world!
Adrian
Accounts assistant
When he's not in the gym Adrian is working on the Tru Accounts and making sure everything is all in order!
Sophie
Marketing Assistant
Sophie is on hand for all the marketing odd jobs, from writing blogs and emails to starring in our world-class TikToks and more she's always on hand to help
Ismi
Europe Reservations Executive
Heading up our reservations team Ismi does a brilliant job ensuring everything is in order before our customers set off on the adventure of a lifetime!
Rhyannon
Tru Leader
From a small towns in Ireland to the coasts of Greece & Croatia. Rhyannon loves to be by the sea showcasing the best of southern Europe to her guests!

Team Members (Latin + Asia)

Team Members (Latin + Asia)

Arina
Booking Manager
Arin handles booking for accommodation, transportation, and invoices. She is ambitious and loves to learn new things!
Hul Vong
Cambodia Tru Leader
I really love working at Tru because they make me feel part of the family. I really love the way that TruTravels operates and can't wait to continue my journey with them!
Nancy
Accounts Assistant
Nancy has been at Tru since 2022 and is part of our amazing Thailand finance team!
Surya
Tru Leader
Surya has been exploring and sharing the wonders of India for 8 years. He's also a travel photographer with a deep love for exploration.
Ovinda
Tru Leader
Originally from Sumatra, Ovinda loves learning from people all around the world and sharing experiences with new people. She’s living her best life in Bali!
Ronny
Latam Operations Manager
Ronny brings the vibes every day at Tru. The ultimate cool guy - Ronny heads up the Latam departments and is crucial for developing changes for our tours and training tour guides!
Manuel
Tru Leader
Manuel loves to fall in love with the little things in life. He enjoys spending time outdoors and discovering the world with the TruFam.
Manfred
Tru Leader
Manfred is has a deep passion for travel and uses it as a method to grow! He always remains respectful to the environment and wants to have a positive impact on mother nature.
Jurgen
Latam Dojo
Jurgen is a happy bean, full of energy for new adventures and forever sunsets. He loves eating, meeting new people and be surrounded by nature and the ocean :)

Reviews

Songkran trip
The booking process for the excursion was very easy and smooth through TruTravels. I had an amazing experience during the and a big part of that was thanks to Milin. She was incredibly friendly, organized, and passionate, making everyone feel welcome and comfortable throughout the trip.Thanks to her guidance. I had the opportunity to learn much more about Thai culture, traditions and the true meaning behind the Songkran festival.Milin went above and beyond to ensure everyone was having a great…
Paula Silva - Apr 2026
Bali backpacker 12 days tour March 2026
I recently joined the Bali Backpacker 12-day tour, and I honestly couldn’t recommend it more. From the very beginning, the booking process was simple and straightforward, and the trip itself was excellent value for money. The admin team were always quick to respond and incredibly helpful whenever I had questions, which made the whole experience stress-free from the start.This was the first Bali Backpacker tour of its kind, and based on my experience, I have no doubt it will continue to be a hu…
Anna Howley - Apr 2026
Good new experiences
It has been such a wonderful experience, far better than I expected. It's a shame it's already over.Med is the best Guide, it feels like a trip with good friend !!
hans peter - Apr 2026
12 Days Legend of Japan- Goooood Tour
Cannot recommend this trip enough. Morgan our tour guide was amazing. He always made sure we had recommendations for our free time, booked dinner for us and made sure everyone got to do what they wanted maing the trip even better. He had amazing knowledge about all the places we visited and made sure all our travel went smoothly. He was very thoughtful and made sure everyone was okay and had what they needed! He always joined in with us and made sure everyone was included. Cannot recommend this…
Maggie Leatt - Apr 2026
Legend of Japan 12 Day Gals Who
I went on the Legend of Japan 12 Day Trip with Trutravels (/GalsWhoTravel) 2nd-13th April 2026, with Morgan as our guide.Firstly, the itinerary is PACKED in the best way. We got to see lots of temples, take part in Japanese culture and understand so much more about the history of this beautiful country. I loved the sushi making workshop and temple stay in particular. We stayed in pretty decent accommodation for the whole trip- as someone with some travel anxiety and previous experience with bedb…
Lydia L - Apr 2026
12 day legends of Japan…
I went on the 12 day legends of Japan and our guide was called Morgan and he was absolutely fantastic. Morgan is a gentleman and made sure everyone in the group was happy and safe at all times. It is very evident that he is passionate about his job and is very well versed in the history and culture of Japan. I felt I got to see so much more because of this tour rather than if I had come here on my own. 10/10 experience!!
SiobhƔn Mannion - Apr 2026
India Uncovered
I’ve just done the 13 day India trip with Tru. My group leader Shivy was amazing! He always made sure we were where we needed to be on time and had lots of knowledge about India. Would definitely recommend!
Sophie Eldridge - Apr 2026
I had an amazing 13-day tour of India…
I had an amazing 13-day tour of India with Tru Travels, everything was well organised and ran smoothly, so I could fully enjoy the experience.Shivy was an outstanding guide: knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely kind. He brought great energy to the group and truly made the trip unforgettable.As my first time in India, I feel very lucky to have experienced it this way. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone considering it! 🪷 šŸ‡®šŸ‡³ šŸŒ…
Tara - Apr 2026
I had an amazing time on the 13 day…
I had an amazing time on the 13 day India Uncovered tour in India. The itinerary was fantastic and covered all the major sites in Rajasthan, plus some great extras! The whole experience was made even better by our fantastic guide Shivy, he was so knowledgeable and organised, made everything flow effortlessly, and was also so much fun! I felt safe and supported travelling through India with Tru Travels, I also appreciated how many included activities and meals there were in the price, while still…
Tayla Hegyesi - Apr 2026