Eastern Bloc
Tours

Welcome to the international tours page from Young Pioneer Tours.
Our international group tours cover every continent on the planet, with our dual ethos of “destinations your mother would rather you stay away from” and “group tours for people who hate group tours” ringing True. Our international tours  are lead by one of our experts guides and most groups are capped at 10 – 20 people depending on the tour destination.

80+

Active tours

100+

destinations

€445

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5.0

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May 2026

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December 2026

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August 2026

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December 2026

Confirmed Tour

795
795

Confirmed Tour

Confirmed Tour

1745 / 3490
1745 / 3490

Confirmed Tour

Fully Booked

795 - 1695
795 - 1695

Fully Booked

Confirmed Tour

US$
2745
US$
2745

Confirmed Tour

Confirmed Tour

2495
2495

Confirmed Tour

Fully Booked

695 - 5995
695 - 5995

Fully Booked

Confirmed Tour

US$
1495
US$
1495

Confirmed Tour

Confirmed Tour

3445 / 4440
3445 / 4440

Confirmed Tour

Confirmed Tour

2195
2195

Confirmed Tour

Latest blogs

stories from
the edge of the map

Wine Making in Turkey? The 7000 Year Old Craft Still Alive Today!

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Cash Limits For Countries – Import and Export Rules For 81 of YPT’s Countries!

While the majority of the world relies on Apple Pay, Visas and Mastercard for global transactions, in many countries, to avoid fees, dodgy exchange rates and sometimes banking issues, cash remains king. Sanctioned countries are a great example – while many such as Iran, Russia and Syria have developed a

What Was Dilmun Civilization? The Civilization From 4,000 Years Ago

If you were sailing around the Persian Gulf about 4,000 years ago, there’s a decent chance you’d have stopped at the Dilmun civilization because it was the kind of place where trade routes naturally collided. Sitting roughly where modern-day Bahrain is, with influence stretching into parts of Kuwait and Saudi

5 Reasons Why You Should Travel On Our Women’s Only Tour To Saudi Arabia

With the Vision 2030 program launched in Saudi Arabia, the rights of women have changed significantly in the coming years. Now balancing traditional life, culture with increased Western policies and ideas, Saudi Arabia is at a very interesting precipice in time – also a very delicate point. Our women’s only

The Epic History of the Panjshir Valley Afghanistan and Travel in 2026

The Panjshir Valley, nestled in the northeastern part of Afghanistan, is an incredibly beautiful region known for its immaculate landscapes and deep historical roots. This narrow, mountainous gorge stretches about 100 kilometres and is surrounded by the daunting Hindu Kush mountains. Its strategic location has made it a significant area

Fly Dubai Is Commencing Flights To Syria – Daily Flights to Damascus From June 2025

Following the recent exciting news that sanctions from the US against Syria will be dropped, Fly Dubai is commencing flights to Syria via the Damascus International Airport. Fly Dubai joins a growing number of airlines in favor of recommencing flights to Syria’s capital. Fly Dubai is commencing flights to Syria,

Why young pioneer tours?

We go where others won't

Young Pioneer Tours specialise in taking you to North Korea and other world “destinations your mother would rather you stay away from” at budget prices. We combine the best guides in the industry with expert local knowledge and contacts to ensure your adventure is unparralleled one. Don’t be a face in the coward, be a Pioneer.

expert local guides

Our guides are known for their infectious enthusiasm and ability to inspire for travel while ensuring your trip runs seamlessly.

budget prices. real palce

Extraordenary destinations shouldn't only exist for people with extraodinary bank balances. Tours from 445 - North Korea included.

small group always

Maximum 14 travelers. No cattle-class convoy, no microphone-wielding guides. just a small crew of properly curious humans.

real safety record

Our guides are known for their infectious enthusiasm and ability to inspire for travel while ensuring your trip runs seamlessly.

rated #1 in north korea

Extraordenary destinations shouldn't only exist for people with extraodinary bank balances. Tours from 445 - North Korea included.

genuine access

Maximum 14 travelers. No cattle-class convoy, no microphone-wielding guides. just a small crew of properly curious humans.

faq’s

things people ask us first

Get early access to new tours, last-minutes spots, and destination briefing most operators won’t touch. Join 12,000+ pioneers already on the list. 

Get early access to new tours, last-minutes spots, and destination briefing most operators won’t touch. Join 12,000+ pioneers already on the list. 

is it really safe to travel to North Korea, Chernobyl or Iraq?

Yes – with the right operator. YPT has been running tours to these destinations since 2008 with an unblemished safety record. Safety is our single non-negotiable. Our guides are local experts who know the political landscape, the logistics, and the contingencies.

Yes – with the right operator. YPT has been running tours to these destinations since 2008 with an unblemished safety record. Safety is our single non-negotiable. Our guides are local experts who know the political landscape, the logistics, and the contingencies.

Yes – with the right operator. YPT has been running tours to these destinations since 2008 with an unblemished safety record. Safety is our single non-negotiable. Our guides are local experts who know the political landscape, the logistics, and the contingencies.

Yes – with the right operator. YPT has been running tours to these destinations since 2008 with an unblemished safety record. Safety is our single non-negotiable. Our guides are local experts who know the political landscape, the logistics, and the contingencies.

Yes – with the right operator. YPT has been running tours to these destinations since 2008 with an unblemished safety record. Safety is our single non-negotiable. Our guides are local experts who know the political landscape, the logistics, and the contingencies.

Yes – with the right operator. YPT has been running tours to these destinations since 2008 with an unblemished safety record. Safety is our single non-negotiable. Our guides are local experts who know the political landscape, the logistics, and the contingencies.

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