As experienced travel advisors who've helped countless adventurers plan epic journeys, we know the thrill of exploring multiple countries and continents in one trip. If you have 30 days to a year available, a Round-the-World (RTW) plane ticket is your ideal solution. Discover its benefits, features, and how to get one.
RTW tickets let you pre-plan destinations, stopovers, dates, and trip length across countries and continents with total peace of mind. Valid for up to one year after purchase, they support everything from a 30-day whirlwind tour to a full-year adventure. While routes are set upfront, you can modify them under certain conditions—subject to availability, pricing changes, and potential fees.
These tickets bundle multiple one-way flights, often with partner airlines. To maximize value: Avoid peak holiday seasons, limit stopovers, stick to popular routes and destinations, and use one or two allied airlines for negotiated rates. Busy corridors keep costs competitive.
Specialized agencies like Connaisseurs du Voyage, ZipWorld, and Voyageurs du Monde excel in crafting these itineraries. Major airlines also offer RTW fares directly or via agencies.
Global alliances deliver the best deals: Star Alliance (30 airlines including United and Lufthansa), SkyTeam (around 20 carriers like Air France and Delta), and oneworld (led by American Airlines and British Airways). Use their online simulators to build your itinerary and get instant quotes from home.
Pricing is based on miles flown, stopovers, destinations, and duration. Expect €1,500 for short Asia tours with 3-4 stops, up to €5,000 for full global trips with 6-8 stopovers (per Backpacker data). Premium options can exceed €20,000.
