Mediterranean Tours for Young Adults
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10 best trips for '18 to 30 Somethings' in Mediterranean
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MelissaMediterranean travel expert at TourRadar
- Get Social: Central & Southern Europe Highlights
- From Rome to Paris
- Mamma Mia! - 13 Days/12 Nights
- All About Balkans (from Belgrade) (4 Star Hotels)
- Italy Must-See: Amalfi Coast, Tuscany, Florence, Cinque Terre & more!
- Turkey: Coastlines & Cappadocia
- Spain & Portugal: 2 Weeks - Self Guided Rail Tour
- Barcelona to Rome Quest (Winter)
- Balkans Discovery
- Best of Balkans (Start Budapest)
Get Social: Central & Southern Europe Highlights
44 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great experience overall!”
kay, traveled in May
The vibrant nightlife of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter meets Nice's energetic beach clubs. Rest at Generator Barcelona and Hostel Ozz Nice. Additional options include tapas tours (€75) and visits to Vatican City (€80).
Duration 16 days Destinations England, France, Spain, Monaco, Italy Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Topdeck From $5,809
10% Off- NZ$5,228You save $580
The lively streets of Rome, charming Ponte Vecchio bars in Florence, and magical canal-side nightlife in Venice await travelers aged 20-35. Central hostel accommodations enhance local immersion.
Duration 10 days Destinations Italy, Switzerland, France Age Range 5 to 50 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator UniTrips From
10% Off- NZ$3,237
Mamma Mia! - 13 Days/12 Nights
36 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Very friendly, knowledge, engaging, etc. She always went above and beyond to ensure everyone in the group had a great time.”
Macey, traveled in August
Beach clubs of Sorrento, coastal paths of Cinque Terre, and sunset aperitivos in Florence create perfect days. Social hostels and camping villages welcome travelers aged 18-39.
Duration 13 days Destinations Rome, Sorrento, Capri, Amalfi, Positano, Naples, Florence, Tuscany, San Gimignano, PisaSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Shared Operator Italy on a Budget Tours From $4,782
25% Off- NZ$3,587You save $1,195
Duration 12 days Destinations Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, Macedonia, Greece Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Travel Talk From $4,428
45% Off- NZ$2,436You save $1,992
Italy Must-See: Amalfi Coast, Tuscany, Florence, Cinque Terre & more!
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was amazing! I wish I could do another one.”
Theresa, traveled in April
Beach hopping in Positano, swimming at Capri's Green Grotto, and sunset aperitivos in Sorrento await 18-39 year olds. Evening socials at camping villages complement Naples' vibrant nightlife.
Duration 7 days Destinations Naples, Pompei, Sorrento, Capri, Amalfi, Positano, Florence, Monteriggioni, Siena, San GimignanoSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operated in English, Italian Physical Rating Easy Room Type Shared Operator Italy on a Budget Tours From $2,427
25% Off- NZ$1,821You save $606
Turkey: Coastlines & Cappadocia
19 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“G Adventures was affordable, authentic and fun way to travel - it made the experience of Turkey amazing.”
Leigh, traveled in September
Sun-soaked beaches of Olympos, buzzing nightlife in Istanbul's Beyoğlu district, and optional hot air ballooning over Cappadocia ($290) create unforgettable memories. Designed for young travelers (average age 29).
Duration 15 days Destinations Istanbul, Cappadocia, Antalya, Olympus, Kekova, Fethiye, Pamukkale, Selcuk, Gallipoli Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator G Adventures From $2,439
25% Off- NZ$1,829You save $609
Young travelers flow through Barcelona's Gothic Quarter nightlife and Porto's wine tastings. Madrid's soccer culture, Seville's flamenco shows, and Faro's beach parties create an unforgettable blend with included transportation and accommodation.
Duration 15 days Destinations Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, Faro, Lisbon, Porto Age Range up to 99 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Euroventure Travel From
25% Off- NZ$3,326
Mediterranean gems from Barcelona to Rome unfold for young travelers. Monte Carlo's nightlife, Cinque Terre's fishing villages, and Pompeii's ruins lead to Sorrento sunsets and Amalfi Coast adventures.
Duration 9 days Destinations Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City (Holy See) Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Shared Operator Contiki From $2,459
25% Off- NZ$1,844You save $615
Balkans Discovery
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great trip with a brillant tour leader and good friends.”
Jamie, traveled in June
Split's harbor scene, Dubrovnik's cliff-side bars, and Budva's 2,500-year-old town nightlife welcome travelers aged 18-35. Beach access and evening entertainment enhance the adventure.
Duration 8 days Destinations Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, Bosnia, Serbia, Hungary Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Contiki From $2,536
15% Off- NZ$2,156You save $380
Split's beach clubs and Budva's historic bars welcome travelers aged 18-35. Kayaking past Dubrovnik's walls, group dinners in seaside restaurants, and Kotor's super-yacht scene create memorable moments.
Duration 15 days Destinations Hungary, Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Contiki From $4,878
15% Off- NZ$4,146You save $732
What people love about Mediterranean Tours for Young Adults
- Get Social: Central & Southern Europe Highlights
Barry was an amazing tour guid filled with so much enthusiasm and knowledge. He was approachable and became "one of the group" enjoying a beer or two with us in his nights off. The tour was incredible and showed the best of what Europe has to offer.
- Mamma Mia! - 13 Days/12 Nights
I have just finished this tour and I have a mixed opinion on it. The fact that all the different tours offered by Italy on a budget are put together (I was with people doing only the Tuscany tour while in Florence for example) worried me at first but it ended up being good as it allowed a greater chance to find someone that will end up being a lifelong friend! Accomodation in Rome was at the Paladini hostel which had a good location but was dirty and the bathroom smelt like pee... My Rome tour guide Edwardo was incredible though so that made up for the poor accomodation. The first included meal in Rome was delicious as well. One thing I would like Italy on a budget to do is add the cost to visit the colleseum to the booking and make it non optional. Since non of us planned ahead (as the idea of a tour is that this is not necessary) non of us were able to visit the colleseum (as you must book ahead). I feel like it would have added a lot more value to the tour (even though it would make it more expensive). The Rome tour was lots of fun. We were only 4 people and we all love gelato so Edwardo brought us to some of the best gelato places in Rome. He was very informative and explained the complicated history in a way that we could understand. Amalfi coast was very different to Rome, as it was focused on seeing beaches and partying and less on the history, but this is most likely due to the demographic that signs up for the Amalfi Coast tour! The tour guide in this section, Louis was very great as well. One thing that I was disappointed with is when we went to visit Amalfi coast our bus arrived over an hour late. Our tour guides were extremely apologetic but it still meant we had over an hour less in Amalfi coast that we had paid for. Some people on the group found it strange that we went to these places that are very expensive but I think it’s their lack of research as these places are what they paid to visit, so you just need to be aware of this. The optional dinner was very good. I had paid for the optional add on package, which was 70 eur and included the dinner, a private bus in Capri island and more. Italy On a budget should just add this to the price of the tour and make it non optional as I could not imagine anyone visiting Capri island and not using the private bus and enjoying it (everyone in my group had paid). It also includes a guide of Pompei which was very good. It would be disappointing to visit without the guide. Accomodation in Sorrento is a camping village, meaning there is no AC and the bathrooms are seperate from the cabins. Some people had a problem with this, but it is clearly written in the package and at night i slept fine as the temperature dropped enough. When I arrived to Florence the welcome dinner was a tiny buffet at a cocktail bar. It was very strange and the food was not good, I felt bad for the people who had this food for their first meal in Italy! The accomodation in Florence was good. The tour at night was very interesting. Due to miss communication and organisation by the company, the tour guide in Florence told the whole group to meet at 9:40 am at the office. My PDF had something slightly different but during the whole tour the times have been slightly early/later depending on the group so I didn’t question it. It turned out I was booked on a seperate tour different from everyone else which had left earlier in the morning. I preferred the itinerary of the tour I had paid to do so I was very disappointed that day, although I appreciate that Italy on a budget still managed to put me on a day tour that day. Venice, the last stop on the tour was amazing! It was just me and the tour guide Edwardo. Since it was just the two of us he tailored the tour to what I liked and it was lots of fun. The boat tour of morano and burano islands was good as well. Accomodation in Venice, Anda hostel was good. Overall I had a good time on this tour. There is obviously room for improvement but it was a fun two weeks!
- Turkey: Coastlines & Cappadocia
Had the most amazing time that was majorly improved with the efforts of Tahsin Can! I loved the itinerary and especially the boat and things but the trip was incredible because of Tahsin!! In future, if a private bus will become standard I'd recommend already including transport costs in overall price. But everything was perfect!!
What our customers ask about Mediterranean Tours for Young Adults
Which Mediterranean destinations are best for young adult nightlife?
For vibrant nightlife head to Mykonos, Ios Barcelona and the French Riviera. Each destination offers its own distinct party scene with options for every taste. Young travelers can explore beach clubs rooftop bars and dance venues that stay lively until dawn. In Ios for example the Far Out hostel has become a hub for socializing with its own club while Mykonos' Paradise Beach Club draws international crowds. Barcelona's Gothic Quarter comes alive after dark with countless bars and clubs packed into its medieval streets.
What are the must-visit Mediterranean beaches for young travelers?
The standout beaches include Paradise Beach and Super Paradise in Mykonos, Perissa Beach in Santorini and Mylopotas Beach in Ios. These spots offer more than just sand and sea. You'll find beach bars water sports rentals and a social atmosphere that makes it easy to meet fellow travelers. Many beachfront properties like Paradise Beach Resort put you steps from the action. The water stays warm enough for swimming from late spring through early fall with peak beach season in July and August.
Which Mediterranean destinations offer the best value for young travelers?
Budget-conscious travelers should focus on the Greek Islands and Croatian coast rather than major Western European cities. Places like Ios and Paros deliver excellent value with lower prices for accommodation food and activities. A typical meal in these destinations costs 8-15 euros compared to 20-30 euros in Rome or Barcelona. Local wines beers and basic rooms often cost half what you'd pay in France or Italy while still delivering authentic Mediterranean experiences.
What are the most Instagram-worthy spots in the Mediterranean for young travelers?
The Mediterranean serves up endless photo opportunities from Santorini's iconic blue domes to Barcelona's soaring Sagrada Familia. The pastel-colored towns of Italy's Amalfi Coast and Venice's winding canals offer natural backdrops that need no filter. Most organized tours build in time at prime photo locations including stops at the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Early morning and sunset provide the best lighting especially in places like Oia Santorini where crowds gather to capture the golden hour.
What kind of nightlife can young travelers expect in the Mediterranean?
Each destination has its signature nightlife scene. Mykonos leads with Paradise Beach's open-air clubs while Barcelona's Gothic Quarter fills with bar-hoppers until sunrise. Florence draws crowds to Santo Spirito's casual wine bars and Rome's Trastevere neighborhood buzzes with street life and local pubs. The party usually starts late with most clubs hitting their peak around 1 AM. Many venues stay open until 6 AM especially during high season from June through September.
What type of accommodation can young travelers expect on Mediterranean tours?
Tour accommodations typically range from social hostels to comfortable 3-star hotels. Properties like New Haroula Hotel in Santorini and Alex Hotel in Mykonos represent the standard. Most places offer both shared and private room options with basic amenities like WiFi air conditioning and daily housekeeping. Locations tend to be central putting you within walking distance of main attractions restaurants and nightlife areas. Expect clean functional rooms that serve as good bases for exploring.