See More in a Single Trip: 10 Multi-Country Travel Ideas

Instead of choosing between South Africa and Botswana, it is easy to combine the two countries during your Africa safari. As two of the best-known safari destinations in Southern Africa, you can experience the wealth of animal and birdlife spread across the parks and reserves of both countries.

From viewing the Big Five to experiencing traditional game drives, keeping watch for nocturnal animals to winding down the branches of the famous Okavango Delta, you can enjoy it all.

Visit the Central Kalahari salt pans, explore chic Cape Town, and witness the raw power of nature found in the thundering curtain of water at Victoria Falls for the ultimate combination in which to enjoy the natural and hospitable luxuries of a safari.

Highlights: Kruger National Park • Cape Town • Okavango Delta • Victoria Falls • Big Five • Cape Winelands • Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Learn more: South Africa & Botswana Safaris with Victoria Falls Tours

The popular combination of Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam unveils the historical treasures of the region and the entangled history of empires and kingdoms. The three countries share proximity and are often integrated into a single trip, with travelers uncovering diverse natural beauty, cultural significance, and distinct culinary mastery.

Gorgeous beaches spread across the Gulf of Thailand, brushing against the coastline of Cambodia and the tip of Vietnam, before reaching the South China Sea. Impressive natural karsts rise out of the waters, lush mountains provide support to thriving jungle, and remarkable temple complexes span centuries, highlighted in the marvels of Angkor.

Whether interested in floating villages or the ricefields bordering the Mekong River, eager to island-hop or scuba dive with whale sharks, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam provide an eclectic immersion into incredible culinary heritage, new perspectives on Buddhist culture, and unique contrasts between traditional and modern life.

Highlights: Siem Reap • Angkor Wat • Tonle Sap • Bangkok • Koh Tao • Krabi • Ho Chi Minh City • Hoi An • Hue • Hanoi  Halong Bay • Mekong Delta

Learn more: Thailand, Cambodia, & Vietnam Tours

When thinking of combining multiple countries when visiting Europe, France and Italy, with the iconic cities of Paris and Rome, are often at the top of the list.

With quick and simple connecting flights between the cities, a Paris and Rome vacation is easy to manage, resulting in a memorable experience that can include the Louvre and Vatican Museums, a pastry-making lesson or pasta-cooking course, or wandering through the renowned catacombs of both historic cities.

From the Colosseum to the Arc de Triomphe, the Trastevere neighborhood to Montmartre, combining Paris and Rome is a thrilling way to embrace Europe’s ancient history and contemporary culture, while indulging in quintessential sights and flavors.

Highlights: Louvre Museum • d’Orsay Museum • Arc de Triomphe • Champs Elysee • Colosseum • Roman Forum • Spanish Steps • Vatican Museums • Trevi Fountain

Learn more: Paris & Rome Vacation Packages

The proximity and historical connection between England, Ireland, and Scotland make it incredibly easy to travel between the highlights and beyond during a multi-country trip to the UK.

The history between England, Ireland, and Scotland has been entangled for nearly a millennium, and visiting the bucolic nature or exploring the vibrant and diverse cities results in a unique experience. England offers the brilliant heritage of London, the charming ambiance of Bath, and the mysteries of Stonehenge, in addition to the serene panoramas of the Cotswolds.

Scotland can feel like the epitome of a Gothic painting when visiting the cobblestone streets of Edinburgh or traversing the legendary beauty of the Highlands and the glassy waters of the lochs. Ireland’s castles can feel grand and imposing as they tower over the surrounding lush landscape, while cities and towns offer songs about local magic. As a whole, the countries create a fantastic pairing, with each cultural and historical experience building on another.

Highlights: London • Bath • Stonehenge • Manchester • Dover • Giant’s Causeway • Belfast • Derry • Scottish Highlands • Edinburgh • Glasgow

Learn more: Tours of England, Ireland, & Scotland • UK Travel Guide

Visiting Spain and Morocco is much easier than it may seem at first, with their proximity and heritage ties quickly building a historical bridge between the countries.

A day trip from Spain to Morocco is common, with quick ferry rides often traveling between Algeciras and Tangiers. For a more moving experience, however, you can combine an in-depth tour of Spain’s more prominent cities with Morocco’s more enticing regions.

Whether indulging in the flavorful dishes and delectable beaches of the Basque region or wandering through the remains of Moorish architecture in Andalucia, you can find traces of Moorish history and culture across Spain, giving you a perspective of Morocco before your visit. From Barcelona to the Sahara Desert, Madrid to Marrakech, revel in the marvels of golden ages, active traditions, and surprising parallels.

Highlights: Barcelona • Madrid • Seville • Granada • Marrakech • Fes • Sahara Desert • Ouarzazate • Essaouira

Learn more: Spain & Morocco Tours

Egypt and Jordan are neighbors on land and sea, sharing stories that date back to ancient times. Not only is visiting both countries easy, but it opens your mind to the exceptional cultures that have expanded through the region over millennia.

Witness the grandeur of the Great Pyramid coupled with the unforgettable detail of Petra’s Treasury. Discover dessert castles or walk the Rams Road to view the more than 1,000 statues of sphinxes lining the royal avenue.

From an ancient church where Moses viewed the land of Israel to a remote temple set within the banks of the Nile River, mineral-rich mud along the Dead Sea to the incredibly clear waters of the Red Sea, Egypt and Jordan are timeless.

Highlights: Cairo • Luxor • Aswan • Abu Simbol • Petra • Wadi Rum • Madaba • Aqaba • Jerash

Learn more: Egypt Tours • Jordan Tours

Visiting South America can seem exotic but distant, making a combination of Ecuador and Peru a perfect match for uncovering natural and historical treasures.

Excitement emerges from promises of island penguins and remote coastlines featuring lounging sea lions or waddling blue-footed boobies, while high in the mountains, steep terraces support forgotten ruins connected to the Incan empire.

Discover the majesty of the Galapagos Islands, uncover the grandeur of Machu Picchu, and explore the diverse ecosystems shifting from Pacific coast to Andean peaks, highland plains to Amazonian rainforest. Culture, history, and wildlife become awe-inspiring companions when visiting Ecuador and Peru.

Highlights: The Galapagos Islands • Quito • Cuenca • Cotopaxi National Park • Cusco • Lima • Machu Picchu • The Sacred Valley • Puno

Learn more: Ecuador Tours • Peru Tours

In Argentina, the landscape can shift from icy glaciers to tropical waterfalls, while Chile can sweep between high-altitude salt flats and timeless plains touching the base of the Paine Massif.

Argentina boasts tango and the exciting ambiance of Buenos Aires, chocolates in Bariloche, and the end of the world at Ushuaia, which offers passage by boat to Antarctica. Chile features staggering geysers and marble caves, lunar landscapes and the Rapa Nui of Easter Island. The countries share a border divided by the Andes mountains, as well as world-renowned wines and sensational cuisine.

Whether looking for cultural immersion, intense landscapes, or surprising adventures in colorful neighborhoods, Argentina and Chile are an unforgettable match.

Highlights: Buenos Aires • Bariloche • Ushuaia • Iguazu Falls • Mendoza • Torres del Paine National Park • Chilean Lake District • Easter Island • Atacama Desert • Maipo Valley

Learn more: Argentina & Chile Tours

Instead of having to decide which Central American country is best, you can experience the charm and splendor of both, celebrating the conservation efforts of one, while embracing the cultural heritage of the other.

Indulge in the micro-climates and remarkable ecosystems of Costa Rica to find impressive foliage and active wildlife around every corner. Relax on beaches blanketed with powdery white sands or golden coastline set beneath waving palm trees or the calls of nearby howler monkeys. Panama’s islands reflect a tropical paradise, the highlands feature unique cloud forests alongside thriving coffee plantations, and the capital city can get you close to the winding lane of the Panama Canal.

With a shared border and completely distinctive contemporary culture, Costa Rica and Panama are an exciting mixture when visiting Central America.

Highlights: Arenal • Corcovado • Tortuguero • Manuel Antonio • Monteverde • Panama City • Bocas del Toro • Boquete • Volcan

Learn more: Panama Vacations • Costa Rica Tours

Stunning landscapes, welcoming locals, and fascinating wildlife make Australia and New Zealand a fantastic pair. The travel time to reach either Australia or New Zealand from North America makes it much easier to visit both countries while in the vicinity, with the shortest flight time, between Auckland and Sydney, taking approximately three hours.

Witness the burning colors of the Red Desert beneath the towering frame of the Uluru monolith, delight in the vibrant coral and tropical marine life of the Great Barrier Reef along the eastern seaboard, search for kangaroos in the wild, or embrace the fantastic wine regions in Australia. In New Zealand, you can walk across glacial surfaces, view pods of passing whales, visit a Hobbit house, or cruise through the marvelous scenery of a picturesque fiord.

Embrace the combination of untamed wilderness and elegant urbanity, ancient communities and modern hospitality in Australia and New Zealand.

Highlights: Sydney • Uluru • the Great Barrier Reef • Melbourne • Queenstown • Rotorua • Abel Tasman National Park • Fiordland National Park

Learn more: Australia & New Zealand Tours • Australia & New Zealand Travel Guide

Whether you are interested in traversing the Patagonian icefields or lounging on the beaches of Australia, eager to witness the marvels of Machu Picchu or tour the medinas in Morocco, a multi-country tour can give you a new perspective on immersive travel, while taking into account the best possible logistics for your preferences, needs, and timeline.

Find inspiration for planning your trip of a lifetime or discover where to go by month to see whether the destinations you wish to visit are compatible with the time you have available. If you have more questions or are ready to start the planning process, connect with a travel specialist to help create the perfect multi-country trip for you.