Intrepid Travel

Highlights

• Hike the UNESCO-listed rice terraces in the Cordilleras, crafted over 2000 years, and trek to the crater lake of Mt Pinatubo for breathtaking views.
• Savour Manila’s food scene – enjoy a community feast in Tarukan village, learn culinary secrets from a Baguio chef and start one day with a sunrise picnic breakfast.
• Spend a full day of island hopping and snorkelling off the coast of El Nido. Look to the bottom of these clear waters and glide among the coral reefs and tropical fish.
• Visit local villages to meet the Ifugao who shaped the rice terraces, learn about Batik people who reside deep in the mountains, and discover Kalinga culture and 1930s Ifugao life through a famous Spanish photographer’s lens.
• Enjoy plenty of beachside free time to choose your own adventure – maybe go on a daytrip to Nacpan Beach, take a self-guided kayaking adventure or indulge in a spot of shopping!

Highlights

• Travel for good with a visit to Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust, a centre dedicated to the rehabilitation and rescue of wild animals like elephants, cheetahs and vultures.
• Track rhinos on foot in Matobo National Park, home to a diverse range of flora and fauna including warthogs, leopards, and klipsingers. Learn about the park's cultural significance and San rock paintings.
• Spend the day with Swahili women in Kisongo, learning to make a local dish, trying your hand at traditional crafts and learning about village life in Tanazania.
• Chill out on the northern beaches of Zanzibar, lounging on white sand and cooling off in crystal waters of the Indian Ocean.
• Take safaris across the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater, through South Luangwa National Park, Mikumi National Park and over the plains of the Serengeti in search of the Big Five.

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• Take a Short Break Adventure in Nepal that focuses on low-altitude hikes, rewarding with views of the Himalayas, Shivapuri National Park and sunrise in Nagakot.
• Explore the beautiful Kathmandu Valley on foot and visit Changu Narayan – the oldest temple in Nepal!
• See the many historic and holy sites of Nepal and discover the cultural roots of the Nepalese people with locals who know best.
• Gain an insight into what local life is like in the rural areas of Nepal outside Kathmandu.
• Get a taste of trekking in Nepal without the long commitment and high altitudes of an Everest Base Camp trek, enjoying diverse styles of accommodation and the ability to see all the different aspects of life in Nepal.

Highlights

• Taste the best of Spanish cuisine during Exclusive Experiences – sample olive oil at a family-run farm in Andalucia and taste paella in Valencia.
• See the enchanting Alhambra Palace in Granada by night with an expert guide, a Premium Exclusive Experience. Avoid the crowds as you receive special insight into the complex’s fascinating history.
• Experience incredible beauty, world-class hospitality during your feature stays in Bin el-Ouidane, a tranquil lakeside retreat in the heart of the Atlas Mountains, and an elegant converted 18th-century mansion in Seville.
• Uncover the most impressive Roman ruins in Morocco during an Exclusive Experience at the World Heritage site of Volubilis, where you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch made with locally sourced ingredients.
• Lift the lid on Moroccan culture and cuisine as you’re welcomed into the home of a local family in Fes. During this Exclusive Experience, you’ll swap stories and share a traditional pastilla dinner.

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• Meet Maasai warriors and experience Kenya's tribal life at an afternoon village visit in Loita Hills and with a Hadzabe community in Tanzania to see how their ancient culture exists today.
• Venture into the incredible Masai Mara National Reserve for a full-day game drive in 4WDs.
• Explore the Serengeti National Park in depth, with two early morning and two late afternoon game drives through this spectacular wildlife arena.
• Take a mind-blowing safari across the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater with local guides in an open-roof 4WD for a chance to see the endangered black rhinoceros.
• Snorkel with tropical fish on a dhow cruise in the transparent waters of northern Zanzibar.

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• Discover a hidden folly in the forest of the Scottish Highlands, overlooking a cascading waterfall. Then, visit a wildlife reserve known for its nesting ospreys.
• Spend an afternoon in Cairngorms National Park in an outdoor folk museum scattered with traditional buildings.
• Take a cruise on Loch Ness and look for the elusive beast as you sail on the famous, quiet waters of the still loch and marvel at the gorgeous scenery all around you.
• Spend a day skipping stones and wandering through the quiet landscape of the islands Seil and Easdale – with tiny populations, these islands are a great setting to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
• Spend two nights at your Feature Stay mansion house on the outskirts of Edinburgh. Set amid 40 acres of gardens and dating back to the 1400’s, this classic Scottish estate will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time.

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• Trek deep – super deep – into the northern Thai hinterland with two days of trekking and two nights staying in a traditional hilltribe village, laughing with the locals and learning about their lifestyle.
• Immerse yourself in some of the most beautiful landscapes, from cascading waterfalls, stunning beaches and mountainside views to a kayaking adventure on Mae Taeng River (followed by a spot of white-water rafting if you dare).
• Settle into local life with a homestay in Phrom Lok. Cycle around the countryside, cool off in a waterfall and tuck into some delicious home-cooked meals.
• Eat on the roadside in Bangkok, Penang and Singapore, with included and optional street food experiences and plenty of free time (not to mention your trusty local leader) to find all the best food stalls.
• Enjoy loads of free time to choose your own adventure, whether that’s a bit of rest and relaxation with a Thai massage or discovering new friends at the Chiang Chill Elephant Sanctuary.

Highlights

• Hop aboard for an epic two-night sailing adventure through the stunning Whitsundays. Go stand-up paddleboarding, snorkelling or scuba diving from the boat, relax in the onboard jacuzzi and soak up the landscape as you cruise through the untouched islands.
• Meet with a First Nations guide at Mungalla Station to learn about history and culture of the Nywaigi people. Then, discover the wetlands and abundance of birds that call this place home.
• Spend two nights on Magnetic Island, known for its amazing natural scenery, lush walking trails, secluded beaches and koalas that live here in the treetops.
• Relax among the palm trees on Mission Beach, with a free afternoon to dig your heels into the warm sands, look out at the ocean over sunset or watch the cassowaries cross the road.
• Discover the town of Noosa, where you’ll take the Coastal Walk to Hill’s Gate lookout. Then, enjoy heaps of free time to maybe go surfing, take a day trip to K'gari (Fraser Island) or an eco-safari through the lush Everglades.