Intrepid Travel has introduced more than 80 trips for 2027 across its Walking & Trekking, Cycling, Wildlife, Explorer, Expedition, Short Breaks, Family and 18-35s categories.
The new trips respond to growing demand for lesser-known destinations and closer-to-home travel experiences, with itineraries designed around different ages, interests and travel styles.
The new trips include more than 50 new destinations, offering travellers new experiences while helping to spread the benefits of tourism across local communities. For example, Thailand’s Mae Hong Son region has been introduced as part of the new 14-day Hidden Gems of Thailand trip, taking travellers beyond Chiang Mai’s tourism hub to visit rural mountain villages in the country’s lesser-known north. The 12-day Turkey Black Sea Adventure also features new destinations like Safranbolu, Kastamonu, Samsun and Trabzon, showcasing the distinctive culture and greener landscapes of Turkey’s Black Sea coast.
Intrepid is also increasing its focus on destinations within Europe, the Americas, Australia and New Zealand, responding to rising interest in immersive experiences closer to home. Six new trips have been introduced across the region, while New Zealand’s Hawke’s Bay, Aoraki (Mt Cook), the area around Mt Taranaki and Whakatāne have been added as new destinations.
This comes as bookings within Australia are up 46%, while demand for trips to neighbouring New Zealand has grown by 40%. The new 7–day North Island Adventure in New Zealand and Australia’s 7-day Brisbane to Sydney Adventure also feature Indigenous-led experiences, helping travellers connect with local cultures and communities within the region.
More broadly, the new trips for 2027 cater to a wider range of travellers, with the introduction of 15 new family trips and tailored itineraries for younger, more budget-conscious travellers. Active and nature-based travel also remain a core focus for Intrepid, with new walking and trekking trips in Spain and Sri Lanka, cycling adventures in New Zealand and Rwanda, and unique wildlife experiences across South Africa, Namibia and Kenya.
Erica Kritikides, General Manager of Experiences at Intrepid Travel commented: “Travellers are looking for more meaningful ways to explore, whether that’s discovering lesser-known places, travelling close-to-home, getting out in nature or finding experiences that fit different life stages and interests. Developed in close collaboration with our local teams, our new trips respond to these evolving preferences, offering immersive experiences for travellers while helping to spread the benefits of responsible tourism more widely across local communities.”
New trip highlights include:
LESSER-KNOWN
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14-day Hidden Gems of Thailand – Venture beyond Thailand’s popular hotspots, travelling through the quieter villages of the northern mountains before heading south to the lesser-known Koh Ngai island.
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12-day Turkey Black Sea Adventure – Follow Turkey’s lesser-known Black Sea coast from Istanbul to Tbilisi, discovering its distinctive culture and experiencing local life as you hike through the villages of the region’s northern highlands.
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7-day Hiking in Picos to Europa – Swap summer crowds for high-altitude trails and mountain views on Spain’s lesser-known Picos de Europa, where limestone peaks tower above lush green valleys and the unspoiled landscapes of Northern Spain.
CLOSER TO HOME
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7-day Brisbane to Sydney Adventure – Explore the wilderness, look for wildlife and taste local wines on this seven-day adventure from Queensland’s capital of Brisbane (Meanjin) to the iconic cityscape of Sydney (Warrane). From ancient forests to popular surf hubs, take a laidback road trip that hits all the highlights in just one week.
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6-day Cycle New Zealand: Alps to Ocean – This six-day active adventure is full of unforgettable vistas. Cycle up to a 900-m-high lookout for dramatic views of Ben Ohau, explore Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park on foot and opt to cycle to the remarkable Omarama Clay Cliffs.
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4-day Tasmania’s Freycinet Experience Walk – Discover the raw beauty of Freycinet National Park on foot and by boat on this four-day walking adventure.
OUT IN NATURE
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9-day Georgia: Trekking the Transcaucasian Trail – Take on this incredible trekking adventure through Georgia’s Caucasus Mountains, along forest paths and over mountain passes, experiencing local Svan hospitality along the way.
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11-day Cycle Rwanda Expedition – Discover Rwanda on two wheels, riding smooth paved roads and gravel trails between cities, forests and rural villages. Take on the Congo Nile Trail, plus a section of the UCI Road World Championship route.
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10-day Kenya Safari Adventure – Balance the iconic safari experience of the Maasai Mara with the more intimate, lesser-known Samburu National Reserve, travelling through Kenya’s diverse landscapes, connecting with local communities and discovering a different side of the country.
FAMILY
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10-day Morocco Premium Family Holiday– Be immersed in the sights and sounds of Morocco on a Premium adventure through Morocco’s mountains desert and cities, with a Feature Stay at a comfortable desert camp.
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6-day Norway Family Holiday with Teenagers – Hike, bike and explore Norway’s mountains, fjords, glaciers and Viking history, discovering Norway’s wild side on a family adventure designed with active teens in mind.
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10-day Taiwan Family Holiday – Sip bubble tea within lantern-filled streets, snorkel with sea turtles and enjoy some beach time on this family trip in Taiwan that’s brimming with culture, nature and authentic local experiences.
NEXT GEN TRAVEL
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7-day Simply Northern Thailand – Spend 7-days on an adventure in northern Thailand. Hit the cities of Chiang Mai and Bangkok, plus spend two days in Sukhothai unearthing the history that lies in this ancient, UNESCO World Heritage-listed former capital.
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6-day Simply Egypt – Explore Cairo, Luxor and the Nile-side temples with the logistics sorted and plenty of freedom built in. This trip includes a ride of the sleeper train between Cairo and Luxor.
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15-day 18-35s Essential Barcelona to Berlin – Travel from Barcelona to Berlin, on an adventure that’s bursting with history, culture, good food and energetic cities, experiencing the highlights of France, Belgium and the Netherlands along the way.
