From far-flung expeditions, journeys by rail and active adventures, to new 18-35s destinations, family holidays and sailing trips, Intrepid trips offer travellers unique and immersive experiences, while exploring the world with a local leader and as part of a small group.
New destinations for Intrepid in 2025 include: Ladakh, India; Hokkaido, Japan, Cape York, Australia, and Intrepid’s first land-based trip in Greenland.
The Maldives and the West African nations of Benin, Togo, Ghana, Senegal and The Gambia have been introduced as new countries, meaning that Intrepid travellers will now be able to choose from over 120 countries worldwide, with trips spanning across the year with flexible travel times and varied durations.
General Manager of Experiences at Intrepid Travel, Erica Kritikides, commented:
“With trips in 120 countries and counting, Intrepid may well have the greatest geographical breadth of any travel operator, and we’re always on the look-out for new places to explore.
Along with this intrepid spirit, we remain committed to ensuring our trips continue to support local economies, provide employment opportunities, preserve and promote lesser-known cultures, and raise awareness of the beauty and fragility of our natural environments. We cannot wait for travellers to experience the world with Intrepid in 2025.”
Highlights of the New Range:
Expeditions | Far-flung adventures
- Greenland Expedition (10 days from $9,450)
- Most travellers visit Greenland as part of longer artic cruises, experiencing the country from the water with only occasional land excursions. Intrepid’s brand-new 10-Day Greenland Expedition will take travellers inland to explore Greenlandic culture and traverse the country’s diverse landscapes by foot.
- Ghana (15 days from $4,945)
- Intrepid is venturing into West Africa with a brand-new 15-Day Benin, Togo and Ghana Adventure, taking travellers to rarely visited spots like Teshie-Nungua in Ghana where skilled artisans craft elaborate art coffins symbolizing continued passion into the afterlife.
RAIL | Slow down and enjoy the ride
- Trans-Mongolian Railway (11 days from $4,465)
- An epic 11-day adventure which takes travellers to some of the world’s most remote regions, riding a section of the Trans-Mongolian Railway from China to Mongolia. Travellers will take the bullet train to inner Mongolia, staying in a traditional ger campsite and joining a family of camel herders for lunch along the way.
- Express to the Orient (15 days from $5,995)
- Following the train route from Paris to Istanbul, this 15-day route takes travellers on local trains to follow the routes once used by the Orient Express carriages in the 19th century. From Strasbourg and Munich to Budapest and Plovdiv, there are plenty of stopovers to explore on this historical route.
ACTIVE | Energetic exploration
- India Trekking in Ladakh (14 days from $2,760)
- Leaving the tourist track behind, travellers will travel to Leh and join the Markha Valley trek, a trek through almost untouched lands on a 14-day adventure. Travellers will see mysterious ancient ruins, wander through Buddhist monasteries and tuck into delicious Indian cuisine, while spending nights camping in the wilderness.
- Peru: Hike, Bike, Raft & SUP (10 days from $3,835)
- Travellers will hike, bike, raft and paddle their way through the ancient sites and natural landscapes of Peru on this 10-day visit to the home of the Incas. From trekking to Machu Picchu to rafting along the Urubamba River, this is a trip for the active, curious and adventurous!
18 to 35s | Next gen travel
- Essential Scandinavia (9 days from $2,450)
- Travelling with a group of like-minded 18–35-year-olds, this trip takes travellers to see the essential sites and cities of Scandinavia in Northern Europe, passing through Denmark, Sweden and Finland. Travellers will relax in a Finnish sauna, learn the art of Swedish Fika and take walking tours with their local leader, while enjoying lots of free time along the way.
- Real Australia (17 days from $5,390)
- This 17-day journey from Sydney to Cairns is perfect for 18–35-year-old travellers who love the ocean, rainforest and wildlife. From meeting koalas at the Koala Hospital in Port Macquarie and visiting Magnetic Island, to paddleboarding with the Gumbaynggir community and sailing through the Whitsundays, travellers can expect an epic adventure along Australia’s East Coast.
FAMILY | Designed by parents for kids
- Southern Thailand Family Holiday (8 days from $1,770)
- This 8-day adventure covers the very best of southern Thailand’s cities and scenery for the ultimate family trip. Starting and finishing in Phuket, families will cruise along Cheow Lan Lake aboard a longtail boat, explore some of the oldest jungles in the world in Khao Sok National Park and share a homecooked meal and try their hand at batik painting during a unique homestay experience in the Phrom Lok District.
- Iceland Family Holiday (6 days from $3,850)
- On this 6-day adventure, families can experience the magic of Iceland in any season, whether it’s soaking up the midnight sun or searching for the Northern Lights. Travellers will explore Iceland’s crater lakes, coastal cliffs and Golden Circles, learn about the country’s fascinating folklore, meet Icelandic horses on a farm stay and experience real lava up close at the award-winning Lava Show in Vik.
SAIL | Get ready to set sail
- Sail Maldives (8 days from $3,840)
- On this eight-day getaway, travellers will take a trip to paradise and climb aboard a traditional Dhoni boat for a sailing trip through the Maldives, where they’ll be spending their days sailing, swimming and snorkelling among colourful corals, white-sand beaches, mangroves and tropical fish. With a local crew and leader by their side, they’ll get to experience all the best bits of island living!
- Sail Turkey: Fethiye to Bodrum (8 days from $3,845)
- Travellers will set sail for the stunning Turkish Riviera on this eight-day sailing trip from Fethiye to Bodrum. With the perfect combination of sightseeing, hiking, swimming, sunbathing, relaxing and shopping, they’ll be hopping from one beautiful bay to the next and stopping at Gocek, Ekincik, Marmaris, Datca and Bodrum to see UNESCO World Heritage sites, ancient ruins, incredible peninsula views and secluded beaches.
IMPACT | Ride with purpose
- Kenya Cycle Fundraiser (8 days from $3,495 & fundraising)
- This unique one-off trip hosted by Intrepid’s non-profit, The Intrepid Foundation, invites travellers on an eight-day cycling adventure through Kenya’s wild landscapes in partnership with World Bicycle Relief. Travellers will spend three days cycling through diverse scenery, spotting wildlife like hippos, antelopes, zebras and crocodiles and exploring the wilds of the savanna. They will have the chance to connect with other fundraisers and learn about the impact that their fundraising will have on the local community.
For more information, and to explore more of Intrepid’s full list of new experiences and trips available in 2025, visit https://www.intrepidtravel.com/adventures/the-goods/
Intrepid Travel has been a world leader in responsible travel for 35 years. The company’s mission is to create positive change through the joy of travel, which comes to life on more than 900 trips all designed to truly experience local culture. With its own network of destination management companies in 28 countries, Intrepid has unique local expertise and perspectives. Globally recognised for their commitment to transparency and ethical travel, they became B-Corp certified in 2018. Intrepid Travel is also the first tour operator with near-term science-based climate targets through the Science Based Targets Initiative, and its not-for-profit, The Intrepid Foundation, has raised more than $16 million for more than 160 partners. In 2024, its CEO was named CEO of the Year at the Australian Executive of the Year Awards. For more information download the company’s 2023 Integrated Annual Report and follow Intrepid on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok or LinkedIn.
