Intrepid Travel

Highlights

• See for yourself why the charming fishing town of Peggy’s Cove is one of the most photographed places in Canada.
• Join a local guide for a walking tour of the historic Old Town of Lunenburg – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Walk the stunning coastal trails of Cape Breton Highlands National Park and follow the Skyline Trail’s mountain pass to sweeping sea views.
• Stay in the historic town of Baddeck, where you’ll be treated to a traditional Ceilidh performance, where musicians come together to play local Cape Breton music with its signature fiddle.
• Soak up heaps of free time in Halifax to explore at your own pace and perhaps visit their world class museums – or, just take in the maritime scenery and relax!

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• Admire the snowy peaks of the Pyrenees
• Go off piste in snowshoes
• Whizz downhill on sledges
• Enjoy Soldeu’s attractive village vibe
• Learn how to build an igloo

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• A moving and educational experience regardless of your age or background.
• Listen to stories of bravery and comradeship.
• A quintessential Antipodean pilgrimage, to reflect and pay your respects.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, CYDD (Çağdaş Yaşamı Destekleme Derneği). Donations help them provide scholarships and educational programs for economically disadvantaged youth in Turkey.

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• Mongolia is a far-out destination, but you'll be in excellent hands. Your experienced drivers, manning sturdy Russian vans fit to tackle the rugged environment, will take you on a ride to some of the most fascinating places in the country
• Whether by camel or on foot, experience Mongolia's incredible landscapes, from the rolling dunes just outside of Karakorum to the volcanic craters of the Great White Lake among the mountains
• Two family ger camps allow you to experience nomadic life from the inside – a rare and rewarding cultural experience to remember
• Situated in the valley of the Delger River, the Tsenkher Hot Springs offer the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long journey on the road

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• Spend a day taking in the majesty and mystery of unforgettable Petra. You will be blown away at your first sight of the Treasury.
• From the top of Mt Nebo take in the views over Jordan.
• Later, journey to the lowest point on earth and experience the feeling of being weightless while you float in the super salty Dead Sea.

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• Discover Lima's character-filled plazas
• Marvel at the surfing fisherman of Huanchaco
• Walk through the crumbling remains of South America's oldest pre-Columbian city
• Stare up at the once mighty Temples of the Sun and Moon
• Soak up the sun in Punta Sal

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• Take to the Tuscan countryside and cycle along the Serchio River in Lucca, working up an appetite for the region’s delicious local food and renowned wines.
• Spend a free day exploring the beautiful villages, estates and gardens dotted around Lake Como, criss-crossing the lake by ferry, and consider exploring the grounds of Bellagio's grand Villa Melzi.
• Head with your local leader to a quaint rural village in the heart of Piedmonte to sample world-class local wines from unique grapes grown only in this region – salute!
• Test yourself on the hilly trails of the Cinque Terre, stopping by the picturesque pastel colour villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola and Vernazza. If you get tired, just jump on the train for the rest of your day!
• Italy’s iconic Rome, Florence and Venice are a haven of renaissance architecture and historic sights. With plenty of time to discover at your own pace, you have the power to decide what you’d like to see.

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• Stay in a cosy nature lodge lit by candles and kerosene lamps, where the sound of exotic birds will start your days.
• Learn from expert local guides who can share their knowledge of the region’s wildlife and plant life.
• Paddle the Amazon by canoe, searching for rare giant river otters in quiet waterways, as well as other jungle fauna.
• Visit the lodge’s medicinal garden or a local family farm to learn about traditional plant species and sustainable agricultural methods passed down through generations.
• Witness hundreds of brightly coloured macaws descend on a clay bank for their breakfast – a daily spectacle of nature.