{"id":370127,"date":"2021-01-05T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-01-05T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.www.smartertravel.com\/?p=370127"},"modified":"2021-06-10T16:17:45","modified_gmt":"2021-06-10T20:17:45","slug":"affordable-dream-vacations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smartertravel.com\/affordable-dream-vacations\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Affordable Dream Vacations Under $1,000 to Take in 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Don\u2019t let your budget bring down your bucket list. These six incredible dream trips are all extremely affordable\u2014all of the tours featured here are under $1,000. Save these for when you\u2019re ready to travel again or book them for later this year\u2014these tours have flexible cancellation policies in case you need to reschedule.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exodus Travels: Walking the Antrim Coast, Ireland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ramble past castles, windswept beaches, and rugged cliffs as you explore one of the most beautiful sections of Ireland\u2019s northern coast\u2014the Antrim Way. On Exodus Travels\u2019 self-guided Walking the Antrim Coast<\/a> tour, you\u2019ll be able to walk at your own pace (and not have to haul a giant backpack) as your luggage is sent on ahead to each new hotel. In between scenic walks, you\u2019ll have the chance to sip classic Irish whiskey at the Bushmills distillery, stand in awe at the Giant\u2019s Causeway, and cross the famous Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. Trip prices start at $949.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

G Adventures: Rajasthan: Laneways & Local Villages, India<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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15 days in India for just $620? It\u2019s possible on G Adventures\u2019 Rajasthan: Laneways & Local Villages Tour<\/a>. This trip starts and end in Delhi, and takes you on a whirlwind loop through the desert town of Mandawa, the \u201cblue city\u201d Jodhpur, the gorgeous lakes of Udaipur, the holy city of Pushkar, the historic village of Tordi Garh, and the \u201cpink city\u201d Jaipur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

REI Adventure Whistler Backpacking, USA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The vibrantly colored lakes of Whistler don\u2019t even look real in photos. Verify their beauty yourself in-person on REI\u2019s Adventure Whistler Backpacking tour<\/a>. Starting at just $899 for a four-day backpacking adventure, the trip begins in Whistler Village, where a gondola will whisk you to the top of Whistler Mountain for an epic hike. Along the way, you\u2019ll camp in the backcountry, swim in lakes, and hike through alpine forests, for an unforgettable trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adventure Cycling Association Olympic Discovery Trail, USA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Olympic Discovery Trail is a 230-mile network of bike paths and shared roads, and you can traverse it all on two-wheels on the Adventure Cycling Association\u2019s Olympic Discovery Trail tour<\/a>. This van-supported journey begins and ends in Port Townsend, and costs just $799 for four-days.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chimu Adventures: Highlights of Guatemala, Guatemala<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Spend seven days exploring Guatemala\u2019s highlights, while only spending $860, on Chimu Adventures\u2019 Highlights of Guatemala tour.<\/a> The trip begins in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Antigua, where you\u2019ll visit local markets and tour historic sites. The rest of the journey takes you through picturesque Lake Atitlan and the ancient wonders of Tikal National Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Intrepid Travel: Essential Morocco, Morocco<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Experience the highlights of Morocco on Intrepid Travel\u2019s Essential Morocco tour.<\/a> This 11-day trip gives a great overview of the country, starting in Marrakech and ending in Casablanca. You\u2019ll get the perfect mix of cities and nature on this trip, with stops in Fez, the Todra Gorge, and Ait Benhaddou.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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