Beyond The Borders
Beyond The Borders was born out of a passion for travel, a love for culture and the desire to explore destinations that so few get to see.
It all started with a trip to North Korea – an eye-opening experience that made us realise how much of the world is overlooked or misunderstood. We wanted others to have the chance to see these places for themselves, to meet the people, and to experience the culture beyond the headlines or stereotypes. We are going to do it anyway so we thought, why not bring you guys along for the ride?
We focus on truly unique destinations. From driving through the Hindu Kush Mountains in Afghanistan to sharing a beach BBQ with locals on a remote island in the Philippines, from hiking in Bhutan to eating cold noodles in Pyongyang – we’re all about real, memorable, and life-changing experiences in places most people never even imagined they could visit.
We’re not here to sell generic holidays or tick off tourist checklists. We’re here to explore the unexplored – the places that challenge expectations, shift perspectives, and stay with you long after you’ve returned home.
At Beyond The Borders, we see travel as more than just visiting new places. It’s about stepping into the unfamiliar, connecting with people in honest ways, and gaining a deeper understanding of the world – even the parts most people never get to see.
Why choose us?
10+ Years of On-the-Ground Experience
Our team has over a decade of experience in adventure travel, covering a wide range of countries and we’re constantly adding more. Every destination we offer is one we’ve explored ourselves.
We Don’t Sell What We Don’t Know
We only run tours in countries we truly understand. Our team takes pride in getting to know each location inside and out. We consider ourselves experts on the places we visit and a Beyond The Borders tour guide will accompany you on every group tour.
Trusted Local Partners
We work directly with the best local guides and partners in each country. These trusted contacts keep us up to date with what’s happening on the ground, from new spots to visit, to real-time safety updates, to cultural insights you won’t find online.
Tours You Won’t Find Anywhere Else
Every one of our trips is built from scratch. No recycled itineraries, no copy-paste packages, just original, thoughtfully designed experiences that you won’t find with any other company.
Our Team
I’m Anthony – I plan and guide each trip personally, working closely with trusted local partners who bring incredible knowledge of their home countries. Many of them are friends I’ve made over years of travel.
Together, we create journeys that go far beyond typical tourist experiences, ensuring both authenticity and safety every step of the way.