Gap Years, Career Breaks & Backpacking Trips

Planning a gap year with Gap Year World could not be easier. View our destination guides or activity pages and find amazing things to do around the world. Whether you want to go backpacking and explore the world, work or volunteer abroad, boost your career, improve your language skills or book small group tours - you will find something to match your interests. So what are you waiting for, browse our website and book your dream trip today.

Why Choose Gap Year World?

Gap Year World is the leading expert company for planning gap years for 18-30's. We work with carefully selected partners to help you find and book amazing trips abroad. Our expert travel advisors are available to help you plan and book your perfect gap year. Choose between hundreds of trips from the best youth travel companies in 100+ world destinations. Find short trips from a few days to epic long trips of 12 months and longer.

Top Rated Companies

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Global Work & Travel
Get Paid To See The World! 60+ trips to 30+ countries inc. Australia, Canada, Americas, UK, NZ, Europe, Asia, Africa. Working Holidays, Volunteer, Au Pair, Teach, Internship, Tours & 24/7 Support Team.

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G Adventures
G Adventures have been the leaders in small group adventure travel for more than 30 years. Choose between hundreds of worldwide adventure tours in 100+ countries.

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Contiki
Contiki is a global tour company that caters to 18-35-year-olds, offering over 350 different tours in over 75 countries in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, North America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.