January 2027 trips: small group tours
What’s the best way to start the new year? By traveling in January, of course! Thailand, the Maldives, Iceland, Jordan, and many more destinations are waiting for you.
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Why travel in January?
January is the month of new beginnings! Instead of waiting for the year to take shape, you can set off and give it direction right away. Here are 10 reasons why a group trip in January is a great idea:
1. The best way to start the year
Forget resolutions: your first trip of the year already starts off on the right foot
2. Lowest prices of the season
After the holidays, flights and hotels drop significantly. January is hands down one of the cheapest months to travel
3. Escape the post-holiday blues
The early-year slump is way easier to beat with a backpack than from the couch
4. Dream tropical destinations
Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and East Africa are in their prime season
5. Fewer crowds
After the holiday rush, destinations feel more authentic and accessible
6. Northern Lights season
January is one of the best months to chase the aurora borealis
7. Snow and mountains at their peak
For ski lovers and winter landscapes, January is just perfect for immersing yourself in the snow
8. Reset your energy
A January trip clears your mind and sets the tone for the year ahead
9. Motivated travel groups
Those who travel now do it with intention: high energy and openness
10. Start in style
Those who start the year traveling tend to live it better
From the WeRoad blog
New Year’s, MLK Day, and January’s favorite destinations
The year kicks off with New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, giving you a nice three-day weekend. Martin Luther King Jr. Day follows on Monday, January 18: take Tuesday through Friday off and you're set for nine days away, from Saturday the 16th to Sunday the 24th. Check out departures for these dates on our page dedicated to New Year's trips.
Once the holidays wrap up, January is for travelers chasing long Arctic nights, those trading snow boots for dry-season sun in the tropics, and those heading for pyramids, souks, and desert camps. These are the destinations travelers choose most for a January escape:
Aurora in the far north. With so little daylight, the northern lights get plenty of chances to shine in Iceland, around the Golden Circle, and in Swedish Lapland, in Sweden.
North Africa in the cool season. Morocco runs from Marrakech to a night in the desert, while Egypt pairs the pyramids of Giza with snorkeling in Dahab.
Asia's dry months. Sri Lanka mixes temples, tea country, and southern beaches; other long-haul trips land in Thailand or the Philippines.
Mexico and Costa Rica. The Mayan sites of the Yucatán draw travelers to Mexico, and Costa Rica is crossed coast to coast in its dry season.
If you've got more time off, Kenya is in its short dry season, a prime window for game drives, while Kitzbühel, in Austria, is right in the middle of ski season.
Everything you need to know about WeRoad trips
How does WeRoad work?
Choose your trip based on departure dates, destinations, and travel mood, and... book it! Once you get the email confirming your trip, book your round-trip flights to and from the destination – nope, they're not included in the package, we like flexibility! 15 days before departure, the Travel Coordinator will create a WhatsApp group so you can start getting to know your future travel buddies. You're all set: enjoy your WeRoad trip! You'll share incredible experiences, discover local culture, and live every minute to the fullest – you'll probably shed a tear or two when it's time to say goodbye, but that's totally normal! (To learn more about how it works, read here!)
Is the flight included?
Flights are not included, we love flexibility! This way you have the total freedom to choose which airport to depart from, which airline to fly with, how many stops to make, and, if you wish, to stay a few extra days at your destination. Obviously, we can help you choose them (here for flight purchase support) and what’s more, we have many discounts you can use with some of the major airlines.
Are there any age limits?
Yep, we have age limits. We organize groups split into different age groups. It won't be hard to find the perfect WeRoad for you!
How to choose your first WeRoad trip?
Our advice is to start by asking yourself a few questions: What's my budget? How long do I want to be away and when can I go? What am I in the mood for? Beach, nature, adventure, food—everything! And guess what? These are the exact filters you can use in our search tool.
By answering these questions, you'll have already narrowed down your options, making it way easier to find the perfect trip. What else should you consider? Flight times and prices to the destination, the tour's confirmation status, and maybe even the Group Leader's profile, if they've already been assigned.
If you still haven't found the right trip after all that—or if you're a Libra, Pisces, or Gemini and need a little help from our crew—you can reach us on WhatsApp at +44 7716573700 or read this page.