{"id":100936,"date":"2017-05-10T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-05-10T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelstartblg.wpenginepowered.com\/topdeck-transforming-group-travel\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:54:12","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T13:54:12","slug":"topdeck-transforming-group-travel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/topdeck-transforming-group-travel\/","title":{"rendered":"Topdeck: Transforming Group Travel"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Looking for a hassle-free holiday and top-notch accommodation spent with an unforgettable group of like-minded people? Topdeck is your answer.<\/h2>\n<p>With 40 plus years of experience in the travel industry, Topdeck sure knows what they\u2019re doing. They offer a range of epic trips for 18 to 30-somethings in Europe, Australia, Asia, North America and more. Each trip has been expertly designed and refined to make sure your holiday is nothing short of amazing. And if you\u2019re new to group travel like I was, note that Topdeck trips are not about being told what to do, they\u2019re about being shown how to do it better.<\/p>\n<p>I can say this with the utmost of confidence after experiencing and falling in love with the Bali Hopper tour \u2013 a Topdeck package that combines the very best of Bali and surrounds into a week-long adventure. As this breath-taking island is visa-free for South Africans, the only thing you need to do beforehand is book flights and pack your bag. Your only worry? Your tour ending way too soon.<\/p>\n<p>With Topdeck trailblazing a new era for group travel, throw those old tour stereotypes to the wind, along with your inhibitions and enjoy the ride. With the way the Topdeck trips are carefully curated for the young at heart who enjoy the finer things too, it\u2019ll be a fun one, guaranteed\u2026<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-59918 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Jump_EDIT_700x400.jpg\" alt=\"Topdeck fun in Bali\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Getting There And Around<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re wanderlusting over Topdeck\u2019s four-day Octoberfest trip priced at a low R4,690 or their longer trips like the Bali Hopper costing R8,500 per person, there\u2019s a package for every budget and bucket list. Flights aren\u2019t included, so be sure to book yours early with Travelstart. At your destination, expect modern air-conditioned coaches complete with free Wi-Fi to take you to iconic hotspots or the multiple cities listed on your itinerary. If you\u2019re heading to an island, you\u2019ll be whisked off in high-speed ferries with a choice to sit inside or lounge on the sun deck upstairs. Either way, your journey will be completely worry-free.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-59917 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Boat_EDIT_700x400.jpg\" alt=\"Boat ride in Bali\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Top Class Accommodation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re imagining sharing a dingy hostel with a bunch of strangers, you\u2019ll be pleased to know that Topdeck organises the very best accommodation at the cheapest prices. Think four-star hotels with multiple swimming pools, ocean views and hammocks to laze in. In fact, the total cost of the Bali Hopper accommodation amounted to more than the cost of the actual package \u2013 which is crazy to wrap your head around \u2013 but thanks to big group discounts made possible by the Topdeck team, you can be assured that you\u2019re getting way more bang for your buck. Our favourites included Villa Ombak on Gili Trawangan and Anumana in Ubud \u2013 both equally gorgeous with their traditional Balinese touches and cool rooms with soft scents of frangipani and fresh linen that beckoned us in after a day of exploring.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-59914 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Hotel_EDIT_700x400.jpg\" alt=\"Luxury accommodation in Bali \" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Freedom To Explore<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Topdeck also understands that travellers need freedom to discover the new places they find themselves in, thus ample free time is always factored in between activities and sightseeing. When we arrived on Gili Trawangan \u2013 a vibey island about a two-hour ferry ride from Bali &#8211; we had two blissful days to ourselves. Those wanting some down time to recover after a long flight and a few late nights retreated to the resort pool (no need to leave as one could simply order lunch and cocktails from the pool bar), while those with endless energy hired bicycles and stand up paddle boards to better explore the island and source the perfect spots from which to view the sunsets.<\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-59916 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Swing_EDIT_700x400.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset swing on Gili Trawangan\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" \/> <strong><strong><br \/>\nEpic Experiences<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Forget long queues and dull talks on dreary subjects. Topdeck organises an impressive mix of thrilling and cultural activities to partake in; some are included in the package such as snorkelling with turtles, sea walking and visits to water temples, while others require a small fee like the guided scenic hikes and deep-sea dives. Thanks to Topdeck\u2019s firm No Tipping policy \u2013 something which sets it apart from other tour companies &#8211; you\u2019ll never have to worry about those awkward envelops being passed around after an activity.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-59915 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Scenic_EDIT_700x400.jpg\" alt=\"Temple in Bali\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Local Guides Make Life Easy<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Whichever Topdeck trip you sign up for, you\u2019ll be guaranteed to be led by a friendly local guide with endless knowledge of their country. We had the pleasure of meeting Made (pronounced Muh-day), who was with us throughout the week-long trip. He made sure we felt safe wherever we were, introduced us to scrumptious home-grown cuisine and taught us Balinese songs that we bellowed out on the luxury bus accompanied by exaggerated hand movements and roars of laughter (he must have deeply regretted this). We loved Made for his constantly cheerful attitude, infinite patience and hilarious sayings, our favourite being: \u201cLet\u2019s we go! Leave nothing behind of you!\u201d<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Friends Who Become Family<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>So kick off your adventure with 20 to 30 people from all over the globe. Whether you\u2019re super social and wanting to meet new people, travelling solo or travelling overseas for the very first time, Topdeck will make sure your trip will be an experience you\u2019ll never forget and want to repeat as soon as possible. Get to know each other at group meals and share your travel stories over a couple of local beers. These people will become your family; be prepared for tear-jerking goodbyes and bitter sweet last days. The great news? Being able to savour memories with your crew long after you\u2019ve departed and new friends to visit all across the globe.<\/p>\n<p>Some roads aren&#8217;t meant to be travelled alone; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/promotions-specials\/holiday-packages\">book your Topdeck trip<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\">Travelstart<\/a> today!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-59920 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Group2_EDIT_700x400.jpg\" alt=\"Topdeck friends in Bali\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a hassle-free holiday and top-notch accommodation spent with an unforgettable group of like-minded people? Topdeck is your answer. With 40 plus years of experience in the travel industry, Topdeck sure knows what they\u2019re doing. 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