15 fun 30th birthday group trip ideas

Your 30^th birthday is a major life event, and there’s no better way to celebrate it than by gathering your nearest and dearest for a grand adventure.

Whether you prefer to travel locally or voyage abroad, here are some of the best 30th birthday trip ideas to launch the next stage of your life.

Reasons to book a group trip for your 30th birthday

Milestone birthdays are an opportunity to look back on your accomplishments while looking forward to a new chapter. Here are some reasons you should consider a big group celebration with friends.

You’ll spend time together

As we get older, life often gets increasingly busy, making it harder for people to spend quality time together. A milestone birthday celebration is the perfect way to put day-to-day distractions aside and reconnect as a group.

You’ll make new memories

Group trips (defined by hotels as nine or more rooms) result in the most amazing memories, like laughing uncontrollably while playing pool volleyball or silently watching a sunset together. Delightful “remember-when”s will fuel get-together conversations for years—or at least until your next milestone voyage.

You’ll gain some perspective

Turning 30 is a time to think about the future, and there’s nothing like traveling to open your mind to new ideas. Your birthday getaway experiences can broaden your worldview and give you a new outlook on your life.

15 30^th birthday group trip ideas

When it comes to places to go for your 30^th birthday, the world is your playground. Start by deciding the vibe for your celebration: Do you want something quiet, like a low-key visit to a pristine mountain lake, or something edifying, like a destination with a thriving local cultural scene?

There’s much to choose from, so here are our best 30^th birthday group trips.

30^th birthday group trip ideas in the U.S.

Miami or Las Vegas are always classic choices, but if you’re looking for something different, check out these top-rated 30^th birthday destinations in the U.S.

1. St. Augustine, Florida

St. Augustine, one of the first Spanish settlements in the Americas, has plenty to offer your group. The port is a hub for luxury sailing trips that allow you to see Florida’s varied and exotic sea life. And for the supernaturally attuned, Ghost Augustine offers a haunting tour of early colonial history.

2. Yountville, California

To expand your palate in adulthood, slip away to Yountville for a 30^th filled with winery tours and gourmet cuisine. A great combination is the winery Domaine Chandon and the Michelin-starred restaurant The French Laundry—both offering an unforgettable taste of Napa Valley and just minutes apart. 

If you want to burn off some calories later, rent bikes from the Napa Valley Bike Shop, next to the valley’s favorite car-free bike path. Then, take the party to the sky in a balloon ride over the most prized vineyards in the U.S. 

3. Savannah, Georgia

Savannah’s cobblestone streets lead her visitors through diverse Southern delights, from classic Lowcountry cuisine at The Grey to decadent pralines at River Street Sweets. Check out the breathtaking tree-lined avenues along the historic paths of the Wormsloe State Historic Site or the unparalleled coastline view from Tybee Island’s lighthouse.

30th birthday group trip ideas abroad

For those looking for an international birthday getaway, these destinations provide group experiences you’ll always remember.

4. Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo's futuristic thrills and classical charms make it altogether unique. Visit the resplendent Shibuya Temple and Shinjuku National Garden by day, then check out the nightlife in the lively Roppongi or Shibuya districts.

5. Cape Town, South Africa

Stay in Cape Town proper and enjoy the burgeoning art scene with a visit to the Zeitz MOCAA museum, or take a cable car ride up iconic Table Mountain. Cape Town is also a common departure point for safaris, with many tours available—all best enjoyed with a big group of adventurers.

6. Split, Croatia

Split, as the name suggests, is a city set astride centuries of waypoints. A Roman port town, a resort jewel on the Adriatic, and a combination of Balkan, Italian, and Turkic influences—it all alchemizes in Split. 

Known as the “City of Gastronomy,” Split offers some of the most singular tastes imaginable, from fresh Adriatic seafood at the acclaimed Dvor to traditional Dalmatian fare at Konoba Fetivi. 

Affordable 30^th birthday group trip ideas

Part of becoming a responsible, mature adult is realizing you don’t need to overspend to have fun. You can have a fantastic time on any one of these affordable 30^th birthday trips.

7. Providence, Rhode Island

If your birthday is in the summer, join the 10 million people attending the Rhode Island WaterFire festival annually. Bonfires blaze along the banks of the Providence River, offering revelers a uniquely meditative experience filled with art, music, and fireworks.

8. Boulder, Colorado

Boulder is the ideal destination for a Rocky Mountain adventure. Try hiking or off-roading through the Flatirons, or take a road trip to Red Rocks Amphitheatre for a starlit concert. And when it’s time to kick back with a cold one, Pearl Street’s brewery scene is second to none.

9. Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia

The Napa of the North, Annapolis Valley is known for its vineyards and tantalizing apple and berry varieties found only locally. If your group loves a crisp cider and a meandering hike down a maritime trail, Annapolis offers an idyl on the shores of the Atlantic. 

Exotic 30^th birthday group trip ideas

Take your birthday trip to the next level by celebrating your 30^th at one of these memorable group destinations.

10. The Azores, Portugal

Everything about the Azores, from the beaches to the mountains, is picture-perfect. Spend the day on the water, relax in one of the island’s many hot springs, or take a short trip to Pico to taste its world-famous volcanic wine—there’s something for everyone on the islands known as Europe’s Hawaii.

11. Reykjavik, Iceland

For something less tropical/more whimsical, try road trip-friendly Iceland. From its famous black sand beaches to Svínafellsjökull Glacier and the Blue Lagoon, you’ll feel like you’re in another world.

12. Asturias, Spain

In the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Asturias, foodies, history buffs, and art lovers will all feel spellbound by the blend of modern and medieval. With over 50 regional varieties of cheese and the pristine calm of the Cantabrian Sea, Asturias is an epicurean paradise.

All-inclusive resorts for a 30^th birthday group trip

It’s your 30th birthday—you don’t want to stress about hotels, flights, or restaurants. An all-inclusive trip takes care of all the details for you. Your only worry should be: pool or ocean?

13. Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

The sparkling waters of the Caribbean are the ideal backdrop for your biggest birthday yet. Play a few rounds of golf, join a dance class, or book a ziplining excursion through the Anamuya Mountain rainforest. At night, enjoy a relaxing meal at one of your resort’s gourmet restaurants.

14. Santorini, Greece

Azure skies, clear water, and the famous blue rooftops can only mean one thing: An Aegean adventure. The unique geography of the underwater volcanic caldera beneath Santorini also forms a number of other islands nearby, giving travelers the opportunity to island hop while in range of many all-inclusive resorts (some of which likely offer discounts if you book nine or more rooms via Engine!).

15. Likuliku Lagoon, Fiji

This antipodean destination in Fiji allows your group to imagine life on a secluded island. Fill yourself with tropical seafood from the abundant waters of the Mamanuca reefs, then retreat to one of the unforgettable over-the-water resort houses.

Organize your dream group trip through Engine

Whether planning a quiet weekend getaway or an epic adventure for the ages, managing a 30^th birthday trip takes time you could better spend celebrating. 

Let Engine do the work for you. Our 100% free-to-use travel platform eliminates the hassle of booking group hotel rooms. Tell our travel advisors your trip ideas, and they’ll deliver a list of hotel options to your dashboard. Compare rates and amenities, then make a choice.

Once you finalize your selection, Engine takes over, managing the growing guest list, details, and updates so you can focus on embracing your thirties in spectacular fashion.