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EUROPE & THE MIDDLE EAST
SMALL GROUPS
LOCAL LEADERS
SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL
l l a e r a We
Intrepid
Every Intrepid adventure starts with curiosity. A desire to understand, to learn something new, to challenge beliefs and push boundaries. To switch on our out-of-office alerts, to say farewell to daily routines, to have fun. For some, being Intrepid means trying a dish they can’t pronounce, or learning the salsa in a Cuban bar. It’s climbing a mountain, or an encounter with a silverback gorilla. For others, it’s packing for a solo adventure, getting out of that bubble of familiarity, and making new friends in all corners of the globe. Whether you’ve been travelling for years or you’ve never left home, we want to lead you to those moments of discovery, to satisfy that curiosity, to be Intrepid. Because now, more than ever, the world needs more Intrepid people.
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Why
We run thousands of trips in a range of styles and visit every continent on earth. And we do it all with our signature attention to detail and passion for real life experiences. Our destination experts are constantly scouring the globe for sights and experiences to share – so you can discover your new favourite place, or explore a guidebook staple from a new perspective.
Luxor, Egypt
choose Intrepid
more destinations, more ways to travel
Legendary local leaders
The ultimate itineraries
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Get ready to go beyond the main streets and into the heart of a destination. Travelling with our expert local leaders means you can focus on being in the moment instead of worrying about missing the last train out of town or where you can safely stroll. It’s adventure travel with all the boring details taken care of, guided by a local who wants to bring you into their world.
We know this is your trip of a lifetime, and we’re committed to making it unforgettable. Our itineraries strike the perfect balance between the structured and the spontaneous, with a focus on experiences only made possible when you’re travelling with a local leader. You want freedom and flexibility as well as the highlights – that’s why we craft tours that give you both. Agra, India
Everest Base Camp, Nepal
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Travel for good
Smaller groups
Oaxaca, Mexico
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Our groups are perfectly sized – on average, just ten travellers – to let you feel like you’re exploring a destination independently, but big enough to create a good social vibe. Whether it’s swapping stories at a local homestay, sharing a table at a hole-in-thewall restaurant, or enjoying a drink at the end of a jam-packed day, our small group size opens up big opportunities the larger groups can only dream of.
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We know our travellers care about the world as much as we do. From a meal made with produce grown on a family-run farm to learning how to basket-weave in a small village that’s home to a communitybased tourism project, when you travel with us you know that your journey is giving back. Don’t just take our word for it – as the world’s first travel B Corp, we follow strict ethical standards on sustainability, supply chains and social responsibility. Myaing, Myanmar
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HOW WEel
Trav
We’re all about real life experiences. The surprising moments that turn into
GET AROUND, GO DEEPER
the stories you tell for years to come. You’ll find them off the beaten track, in
Wherever possible, we do things the local way – including transport. It’s better for the environment and a great way to immerse yourself in another culture. From gliding through the backwaters of Kerala in a pole boat, to zipping through Tochigi on a bullet train, we choose ways to get you there that take you deeper.
the bustle of a Marrakech souk or a quiet village along the Mekong Delta. These experiences are raw, authentic and totally unforgettable.
Authentic food We know that food while you travel is more than fuel, and our trips include meals that enhance your adventure and give you a taste of the local flavours. Think a traditional Khmer dinner in the grounds of a Cambodian temple, or a hearty dinner with an Amish family in Berlin, Ohio.
Halong Bay junk boat, Vietnam
STAY REAL We think where you lay your head can be just as immersive as what you see in the day. Like spending the night at a 17th-century Rajasthani castle or a gite in the High Atlas Mountains. No matter where we stay, we always choose locally run accommodation.
The Nile, Egypt
Local connections
Rabat, Morocco
By sharing laughter, stories and adventures with local people, you’ll learn about different ways of life. More importantly, you’ll find common ground. We believe you’ll learn more sharing a meal in a small community in Vietnam’s Da Bac or staying in a Nepalese village recovering from the 2015 earthquake, than wearing a headset and following a flag.
The iconic and the unexpected Sure, the first time you look at a famous monument is incredible, but so is finding yourself in the middle of a village football game or sharing a laugh with a market vendor. Our trips combine the iconic with the unexpected to give you genuine insight into local life.
Bijaipur, India
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Sacred Valley, Peru
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See the world y a w r u
Yo
No matter what kind of adventure you’re
looking for, our themed trips will help you to
find it. Whether you want to pump the pedals, discover a destination through its culinary treats, or travel with kids, our diverse range of themed itineraries has got you covered.
food These tours get you munching and crunching just like the locals. Feast on delicious local dishes, slurp on some legendary brandy, and discover the flavour-filled secrets of Caucasian classics on our Armenia & Georgia Real Food Adventure, see page 97
choose your style Every one of our trips has a particular style. It’s a way to help pick the adventure that best suits you, whether you’re after just the essentials, a whole bunch of inclusions or a little bit of both. The choice is yours. BASIX Authentic experiences and the icons at a great price, our Basix trips feature simple accommodation, local transport and are perfect for the independent traveller. ORIGINAL These are the trips we’ve built our reputation on! A mix of included activities and free time, tourist-class hotels and unique accommodation, some meals on us and the chance to follow your nose.
festivals These trips are champagne-flowing, lantern-lit, confetti-filled fun. Immerse yourself in the festive spirit on our Russia Highlights – New Year experience and join the locals for an unforgettable vodka-fueled celebration. Na Zdorovie! Enter WBSW on our website to find out more.
COMFORT More inclusions, cushier accommodation and a more relaxed pace – comfort trips are adventure travel with some of the rough edges smoothed away.
Find out more at intrepidtravel.com/theme
cycling It’s just you, the wind and the wide-open road. Powered by your own legs (and a glass or two of Plavac Mali), Cycle Croatia has you pedalling past charming villages and ancient harbor towns before cooling off in the Adriatic’s sublime sapphire waters, see page 61
PHYSICAL RATING Each of our trips has a physical rating, so you can tell how exerting a trip is and how fit you’ll need to be to enjoy it. As a guide: Easy and relaxing Bring your walking shoes
sailing Whether you want to navigate the seas and learn the ropes or kick back on deck and soak up the rays, our sailing trips have something for everyone. Take an unforgettable voyage through the glistening Mediterranean as you dine on fresh seafood, explore ancient ruins and fall in love with beautiful landscapes on our Amalfi Coast Sailing Adventure, see page 71
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adventure Cruising Small groups and small ships mean you can dock in remote ports and get to know the locals, not outnumber them. Jump on board a traditional gulet and embark on an experience bursting with ancient history, iconic sunsets and plenty of Turkish delights on our Cruising the Turkish Coast trip, see page 76
An average level of fitness required Action-packed, physically demanding Full-on active adventure for the more agile traveller
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s r e d Meet your Lea Our award-winning leaders are a diverse bunch with one thing in common: a passion for their part of the world. Here are just some you might meet on your travels.
nadia IRAN
RamHari NEPAL
sasha THAILAND
Whether she’s taking travellers to the best pad ka prow stall in Bangkok or the floating markets of Amphawa, Sasha helps people really connect with Thailand with her signature warmth and local knowledge. What matters most to Sasha is being kind and open, having fun, and providing her groups with an awesome experience of Thailand.
Ankita INDIA
She’s a friend and a translator, a problem-solver and that allimportant link between being a traveller and a local. And while she loves being able to travel all over India, Ankita’s favourite thing about leading for Intrepid is meeting new people and having different conversations every day. Her other fave thing? Introducing travellers to her most-loved Indian food: vegetarian thalis, a platter made up of curries, pickles, rice and bread (and watching them try to finish it!).
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INDONESIA
Hend EGYPT
Viktor PERU
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valentina MEXICO
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We’re the
world’s biggest travel B Corp
In 2018, we made our commitment to doing good official when we became the world’s largest certified travel B Corp. Being a B Corp means we no longer merely strive to make a positive difference in the world, we are legally bound to it. Companies attain B Corp certification and a score based on how they look after their staff, maintain a clean supply chain and take corporate social responsibility seriously. That means when you choose Intrepid Travel, you can rest assured you’re travelling to improve the planet.
OUR SCORE
Animal welfare
Gender equality
In 2014, we became the first global tour operator to ban elephant rides on our trips after we funded eye-opening research by World Animal Protection.
In 2017, we committed to doubling our number of female leaders by 2020; since then, we’ve grown from 150 to over 300 female leaders globally.
Ending modern slavery
Community-based tourism
Last year, we campaigned for laws that recognised orphanage tourism as a form of modern slavery. In 2016 we removed orphanage visits from all of our itineraries.
Responsible, community-based tourism is good for travellers and locals alike. That’s why we work with organisations like ActionAid to develop projects that empower communities.
82.7 OUR MISSION
Be the best travel company for the world
Find out more at intrepidtravel.com/b-corp
travel with impact
Wind farm, Turkey
BE THE CHANGE
We don’t think travel should cost the earth, and we see it as our responsibility to help protect the planet we love to explore. We’ve been carbon neutral since 2010, and we offset the carbon emissions from our global business offices and our trips by supporting various projects all over the world. national Friends-Inter
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Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has been offering travellers a tangible, transparent way to give back to the communities we visit. It’s simple: you donate, we double your contribution, and then we give 100% of that money to a community-based project. Thanks to you, we’ve donated over AU $7 million to more than 130 local organisations around the world, helping to improve the livelihoods of vulnerable individuals and communities through sustainable travel experiences. Find out more at theintrepidfoundation.org
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TRAVELLER TALE
FEATURE STORY
I’M A SOLO TRAVELLER IN MY 40S; HERE’S WHY I LOVE GROUP TOURS The solo travel bug came early for me, and the courage to act on it came much later. Now in my 40s, this is my go-to mode of travel. I prefer solo travel, and a great way to do it is through a group experience either at the beginning of a trip, or for the whole duration. This summer, I did a group trip with Intrepid Travel in Portugal called Portugal Real Food Adventure, featuring Galicia. The trip starts at the end of the Camino trail in Santiago de Compostela, Spain and ends in one of my most favourite cities: Lisbon, Portugal. Find out what I loved about this trip, and the top 3 reasons why I prefer group travel when solo. Search ’solo 40s’ at intrepidtravel.com/adventures to read more
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PICKLES, DUMPLINGS & CAVIAR: HOW TO EAT LIKE A LOCAL IN RUSSIA One of the biggest surprises you get when visiting Russia these days is the variety of proper, good food. Gone are the days of sushi and stodge. Now high calibre chefs are rediscovering indigenous Slavic dishes and swearing by local products like marbled beef from Bryansk, Russian mozzarella, world-class Crimean wine. And experiencing them in situ is the only way to go. Find out what you can expect to eat – and where – on a ten-day Real Food Adventure around Russia. Search ’russia local’ at intrepidtravel.com/adventures to read more
WHY CYCLING IS THE BEST WAY TO EXPERIENCE TUSCANY Things slow down in Italy. Not to a crawl, but to a delightful saunter. It’s a place where you soak in your surroundings, savour your espresso and linger a little longer at dinner. And it’s a pace that makes cycling the perfect way to see the beautiful Tuscan countryside. From the rolling hills, each with a tiny town full of charm you wouldn’t even know to visit on your own, to the endless array of delicious local cuisine, this region is a cyclist’s dream. It’s why I jumped at the chance to join Intrepid Travel’s Cycle Tuscany trip. From the views to the food, the big to the little, the trip was full of unforgettable moments.
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Trips you’ll Love
When it comes to our trips, we don’t play favourites. But with so much to see in this brochure, we thought we’d help out. These are a few of the tours through Europe that our travellers rave about, just to get
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Travelling with family, your sports team, school group or your best buddies? We can arrange a special departure just for you, or tailor-make an Intrepid-style itinerary to any one of our destinations. Better still, we can customise the itinerary by giving your trip an educational, physical or even historical focus.
Russia Highlights | Page 89
CUSTOM ITINERARIES Create your own itinerary or choose from one of our 2000+ pre-existing trips.
you started. You may find yourself exploring the enigmatic palaces that line the streets of St Petersburg, swimming at secluded beach
PICK YOUR STYLE Travel just the way you like it. From comfort accommodation to backpacking, we can do it all.
spots while island-hopping through the Cyclades, sipping on fragrant wine in the cobblestoned streets of Sorrento or discovering the geysers, glaciers and geothermal wonders of Iceland.
Live a little la dolce vita along the Italian coast
witness sublime sunsets and indulge in sumptuous seafood
PERSONALISATION We’re a one-stop-shop for your trip, airfare and travel insurance needs, and can answer all your travel questions.
Contact our specialist team at intrepidtravel.com/ tailor-made-experiences for more details.
Rome to Amalfi | Page 47
Best of Greece | Page 66
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lose yourself in a labyrinth of moroccan medinas
uncover a mysterious land of volcanoes and vikings
Best of Morocco | Page 101
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Combo Trips
ORIGINAL Combo Trips
The possibilities are endless in Europe, so why not combine adventures and get the most out of this incredible continent. Our combination trips offer something for everyone. Chernobyl
TURN THESE…
POLAND
Gory Sowie
Prague
Kiev
WMSU
Lviv
Krakow
UKRAINE
W MSI
Eastern Europe Express 9 days, enter WMSI on our website
AMS B
Best of Central Europe 15 days, see page 31
W MSB
Budapest to Bucharest 10 days, enter WMSB on our website
W MS K
Balkan Adventure 15 days, see page 55
W MST
Moldova, Ukraine & Romania Explorer 13 days, see page 63
ZMSY
Croatia & Slovenia 8 days, enter ZMSY on our website
W MSU
Highlights of Ukraine 8 days, see page 62
ZMSF
Explore Croatia 8 days, enter ZMSF on our website
ZMSM
Dubrovnik to Athens 15 days, see page 64
ER SK
Turkey Highlights 8 days, enter ERSK on our website
ZMSE
Athens to Santorini 8 days, enter ZMSE on our website
ERSC
Northern Cyprus 8 days, enter ERSC on our website
ZMSW
Mainland Greece Discovery 8 days, enter ZMSW on our website
K F SG
Georgia Adventure 11 days, see page 98
CZECH REPUBLIC
AMSB
Cesky Krumlov
Vienna
AUSTRIA
SLOVAKIA
ITALY
WMSK CROATIA
Osijek
BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA
Split
Hvar Korcula Z MSF
MOLDOVA
Mljet
Dubrovnik
Chisinau
WMSB
ROMANIA
Viscri
Sighisoara Novi Sad
Bucharest Sofia
Kastoria Meteora
Mestia
WMSI BULGARIA
Veliko Tarnovo
MONTENEGRO
Berat Bitola/Pestiler NP
Odessa
Comrat Tulcea
Danube Delta
SERBIA
Sarajevo Mostar Durmitor NP ALBANIA
Tiraspol
Brasov
Belgrade
Kotor Lake Ohrid Tirana
WMST
Carpathian Mountains
Maramures
HUNGARY
SLOVENIA
Rovinj Pula Plitvice Lakes NP Pag Island Zadar
Eger
Budapest
Bled Z MSY
Tatra Mountains
Rila Plovdiv Skopje Bansko MACEDONIA Gorno Draglishte Thessaloniki Litochoro/ Olympus NP
K FS G
ZMSM
GREECE
Batumi
Kusadasi
Delphi
Athens Syros
Mykonos ZMSE
Santorini
GEORGIA
…INTO A COMBO TRIP WMSB + WMSI
TURKEY
E RSK
Ephesus
Goreme (Cappadocia) Konya Karpass Komi Kebir
Kyrenia Kormakitis Nicosia E RS C
Central, Southern & Eastern Europe
Kutaisi
Tbilisi
Istanbul
ZMSW
Ushguli
Eastern Europe Explorer 18 days, see page 56
W M S B + W M S T = WMSVC
Eastern Europe in Depth 22 days, enter WMSVC on our website
ZM S M + ZM S E
= ZMSEC
Dubrovnik to Santorini 22 days, enter ZMSEC on our website
ZM S W + ZM S E
= ZMSAC
Best of Greece 15 days, see page 66
A M S B + W M S K = AMSNC ZM S F + ZM S Y
Famagusta
= WMSEC
= ZMSUC
Vienna to Dubrovnik 29 days, enter AMSNC on our website Dubrovnik to Bled 15 days, see page 59
A M S B + W M S B = AMSCC
Journey through Central Europe & Romania 24 days, enter AMSCC on our website
ERSC + ERSK
= ERSTC
Discover Classic Turkey & Northern Cyprus 15 days, enter ERSTC on our website
E R S C + ZM S E
= ERSZC
Highlights of Turkey & the Greek Islands 15 days, enter ERSZC on our website
KFSG + ERSC
= ERKFC
Discover Georgia & Turkey 18 days, enter ERKFC on our website
W M S T + W M S U = WMSSC W M S B + W M S T + W M S U = WMSRC
Highlights of Romania, Moldova & Ukraine 20 days, enter WMSSC on our website Eastern Europe Discovery 29 days, enter WMSRC on our website ORIGINAL Combo Trips | 17
ORIGINAL Combo Trips
Pamplona
Logrono
Barcelona
Z MS Z
Porto Coimbra
Schist Villages
Lisbon
ZLSI
Z MS G
Valencia
PORTUGAL Cordoba
Faial Island
Cinque Terre Pisa
SWITZERLAND
Seville
Sao Miguel
FRANCE Portofino
The Algarve
THE AZORES
Costa de la Luz
Ronda Tarifa
ZMSV
Granada
PORTUGAL
Taghazout
Aroumd
Z MS N ZMSG
Best of Spain 15 days, see page 25
Z MS Z
Highlights of Portugal 8 days, see page 29
X MS B
North Morocco Adventure 9 days, enter XMSB on our website
X MS F
South Morocco Discovery 10 days, enter XMSF on our website
ZM S H
Madrid to Marrakech 15 days, see page 23
XMS G
Morocco Atlas & Atlantic 8 days, enter XMSG on our website
ZLSI
Highlights of the Azores 7 days, enter ZLSI on our website
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Pollino NP
Aeolian Islands
Tropea
Palermo
Z MSG + Z MSN = ZMSBC
Classic Spain 22 days, enter ZMSBC on our website
Z MSI + Z MSN = ZMSJC
Classic Spain & Portugal 22 days, see page 27
= ZMSPC
Portugal & the Azores 14 days, enter ZMSPC on our website
= ZMSQC
Spain, Portugal & Morocco 24 days, enter ZMSQC on our website
XMSB + XMSF = XMSQC
MOROCCO
Matera
X M S B + XMSF + XMSG = XMSMC
Lecce
Z M SB
…INTO A COMBO TRIP
Z MSH + XMSF
Alberobello
Amalfi
Ait Benhaddou
Mt Etna
Z L SI
Bari
Civita
Sahara Camp
Z MSZ +
Trani
Mt Vesuvius
SPAIN
Zagora
TURN THESE…
North Spain Discovery 8 days, enter ZMSN on our website
Venice
X MS F
Taroudant
TURKEY
ITALY
ZMSR
Naples Pompeii Sorrento
PORTUGAL
Explore Spain & Portugal 15 days, enter ZMSI on our website
Assisi Spello
ZMSS
Fes
XM S G
ZMSI
GREECE
Rome
MOROCCO
Sidi Ifni Tafraoute
Bolzano
ITALY
Moulay Idriss/Volubilis
Essaouira
AUSTRIA
South Tyrol
Gubbio
Chefchaouen
Casablanca
Spain, Portugal & Morocco
ZL SP
ZMSQ
Rabat
Marrakech
Salzburg
ALBANIA
Lucca Florence
SPAIN Tangier X MS B
Vienna
BULGARIA
MACEDONIA
ITALY
Santa Margherita
Madrid SPAIN
Venice
Milan
Asti
Z MS H
Salamanca
MONTENEGRO KOSOVO
Italian Lakes
Z MS N
ZMSI
SWITZERLAND
Sao Jorge Island
FRANCE San Sebastian
Santiago de Compostela
CZECH REP.
SERBIA BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA
Morocco Encompassed 18 days, see page 102 Discover Morocco 25 days, enter XMSMC on our website
MOROCCO
Italy TURN THESE… Z MSV
Best of Italy 14 days, see page 43
Z MSR
Umbrian Discovery 8 days, see page 46
Z L SP
Venice to Vienna 10 days, see page 53
Z MSS
Rome to Amalfi 8 days, see page 47
Z MSQ
Explore Southern Italy 10 days, see page 49
Z MSB
Highlights of Calabria & Sicily 15 days, see page 48
EGYPT
Reggio Calabria Taormina Catania
Ragusa
Syracuse
…INTO A COMBO TRIP = ZMSDC
Classic Italy 21 days, enter ZMSDC on our website
ZM S R + ZM S S + ZM S Q = ZMSRC
Venice to Southern Italy 24 days, enter ZMSRC on our website
ZM S S + ZM S Q = ZMSSC
Rome to Southern Italy 17 days, enter ZMSSC on our website
ZM S R + ZM S S
= ZMSZC
Italy Uncovered 15 days, enter ZMSZC on our website
ZM S S + ZM S B
= ZMSFC
Rome to Sicily 22 days, enter ZMSFC on our website
ZM S R + ZM S S + ZM S B
= ZMSGC
Venice to Sicily 29 days, enter ZMSGC on our website
ZM S V + ZLS P
= ZLSVC
Rome to Vienna 23 days, enter ZLSVC on our website
ZM S V + ZM S R
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DENMARK LITHUANIA
ORIGINAL Combo Trips
NORTHERN EUROPE & RUSSIA
Tromso Lofoten Islands
Bodo
BASIX Combo Trips
Berlin
Amsterdam
NETHERLANDS
POLAND GERMANY
Brussels B MS N
FINLAND
Swedish Lakes Stockholm Gothenburg
Oslo
Tallinn
Malmo
Copenhagen
ZMRR
WBSR
Sigulda
Riga Klaipeda
Novgorod
Suzdal
LATVIA
LITHUANIA
Curonian Spit NP
RUSSIA
Aukstaitija NP
Moscow
WB S R
Beijing to St Petersburg
Kungur
Lake Baikal
UKRAINE
CZECH REP.
Moscow
C BSU SLOVAKIA
Ulaanbaatar
ROMANIA
Madrid
SLOVENIA CROATIA
CHINA
Beijing
MOROCCO
Florence
SERBIA BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA
Belgrade Sarajevo Mostar
Split
Rome
MONTENEGRO
Kotor
ITALY
ZMRS
Valencia
…INTO A COMBO TRIP
Highlights of Spain 8 days, enter ZMRS on our website
Z MR F
Barcelona to Berlin 15 days, enter ZMRF on our website
A MR B
Berlin to Venice 15 days, see page 32
= ZMRBC
Madrid to Berlin 22 days, enter ZMRBC on our website
ZM R F + A M R B = ZMRXC
Barcelona to Venice 29 days, enter ZMRXC on our website
A M R B + ZM R R = AMRRC
Berlin to Rome 22 days, enter AMRRC on our website
ZM R S + ZM R F + A M R B = ZMRWC
Madrid to Venice 36 days, enter ZMRWC on our website
ZM R F + A M R B + ZM R R = ZMRFC
Europe Explorer 36 days, enter ZMRFC on our website
ZM R S + ZM R F + A M R B + ZM R R = ZMRSC
Madrid to Rome 43 days, enter ZMRSC on our website
ZM R S + ZM R F
SERBIA
…INTO A COMBO TRIP MONTENEGRO
BULGARIA
SPAIN
Barcelona
TURN THESE... Z MR S
BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA
TURN THESE…
ZMRI
Ger Camp
MOLDOVA
HUNGARY
ITALY
Ulan Ude
MONGOLIA
AUSTRIA
SWITZERLAND
CROATIA
Plitvice Lakes NP
RUSSIA
Suzdal
Novgorod
Cinque Terre
Z M RC
PORTUGAL
Cuenca
St Petersburg
HUNGARY
Dubrovnik SPAIN
Vilnius
POLAND
Avignon
SLOVAKIA
Ljubljana Zagreb SLOVENIA
Venice
ESTONIA
BMSE
AMS D
DENMARK
St Petersburg
Krakow
Budapest
Bled
SWITZERLAND
FRANCE
Helsinki
BMSH
Vrango Island
FRANCE
Vienna
AUSTRIA
SWEDEN
Lillehammer
BELGIUM
Cesky Krumlov ZMRF
NORWAY
Bergen
AMRB
CZECH REPUBLIC
Luxembourg
Paris
Trondheim Norwegian Fjords
Prague
BELGIUM
AM S D
A Taste of Scandinavia 7 days, enter AMSD on our website
MACEDONIA BMSH + BMSE = BMSCC
Oslo to Vilnius 26 days, enter BMSCC on our website
BMSH
Scandinavia Explorer 15 days, see page 85
AMSD + BMSH = AMSAC
Complete Scandinavia 21 days, enter AMSAC on our website
BMSE
Baltic Experience 12 days, see page 86
AMSD + BMSN = AMSSC
BMSN
Northern Norway Explorer 9 days, enter BMSN on our website
A MSD + BMSH + BMSE
= AMSOC
Scandinavia & Baltic Circuit 32 days, enter AMSOC on our website
CBS U
Beijing to Moscow 16 days, enter CBSU on our website
WBSR + BMSE
= WBSRC
Highlights of Russia & the Baltics 19 days, enter WBSRC on our website
W B SR
Russia Highlights 8 days, see page 89
C BSU + WBSR = CBSQC
Beijing to St Petersburg 23 days, enter CBSQC on our website
Z MR R
Highlights of Italy 8 days, see page 44
Z MRC
Budapest & the Balkans 10 days, enter ZMRC on our website
TURKEY
GREECE
Copenhagen to Northern Norway 15 days, see page 84
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Z MR I
Dubrovnik to Venice 10 days, enter ZMRI on our website
ZM RC + ZM R I
= ZMRVC
Budapest to Venice 19 days, see page 58
ZM R I + ZM R R = ZMRDC
Dubrovnik to Rome 17 days, enter ZMRDC on our website
ZM RC + ZM R I + ZM R R = ZMRRC
Budapest to Rome 26 days, enter ZMRRC on our website
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spain & portugal Coimbra Lisbon
The Algarve, Portugal
P ORT U GA L The Algarve
15 DAYS M OR OC C O
Morocco, Portugal, Spain
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
PHYSICAL
Fes
Start/Finish
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
START Madrid, Spain 1
Madrid, Spain (hotel)
1
Salamanca, Spain (hotel)
Browse some of the world’s best galleries on the Madrid Art Walk
2
Coimbra, Portugal (hotel)
Wander Salamanca’s Plaza Mayor at night, lighting up its intricacies
2
Lisbon, Portugal (hotel)
Be moved by the emotional Fado performance in Coimbra
2
The Algarve, Portugal (hotel)
Relax and watch an Atlantic sunset from The Algarve
1
Tarifa, Spain (hotel) – Seville
Explore the iconic blue city of Chefchaouen with a local guide
2
Chefchaouen, Morocco (hotel)
2
Fes, Morocco (hotel)
1
Marrakech, Morocco (hotel)
WHY you’ll love it
INCLUSIONS
FINISH Marrakech, Morocco
MEALS 10 breakfasts
1
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, ferry, metro, public bus, taxi ACCOMMODATION Hotel (14 nts)
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
DEPARTURE DATES Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC Warm & wet 20-25ºC Cool 15-20ºC Cold & dry 0-15ºC Cold & wet 0-15ºC Below freezing -0ºC
Chefchaouen
ITINERARY
TRIP CODE ZMSH TRIP STYLE Original
Very hot & dry 35ºC+ Hot & dry 25-35ºC
S PA I N
Marrakech
KEY:
DESTINATIONS
Barcelona Madrid Seville Granada Lisbon Porto
Seville Tarifa
Madrid to Marrakech
WEATHER
Salamanca Madrid
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MOROCCO, PORTUGAL, SPAIN
A region of winding rivers and shimmering coastline, of towering mountain ranges and hidden villages, it's easy to see why Spain and Portugal hold a special place in the hearts of travellers. From the rich heritage of Portugal to the architectural feats and artistic treats of Spain, find out why the Iberian lifestyles and cuisine are considered some of the most beautiful (and delicious) in the world.
Plaza de Espana, Seville, Spain
Zahara de la Sierra
8 DAYS
Grazalema
Highlights of Andalucia DESTINATION
Spain
TRIP CODE
ZMKS
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Start/Finish
KEY:
TRIP STYLE Comfort
Madrid, Spain
S PA I N
Seville
15 DAYS
Ronda Granada
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
Lose yourself in the narrow cobblestone lanes of Santa Cruz Visit the hilltop Zahara de la Sierra and enjoy an olive oil tasting
Spain
TRIP CODE
ZMSG
Seville (hotel)
3
Ronda (hotel) – Zahara de la Sierra, Grazalema
2
Granada (hotel)
Witness a spectacular Spanish sunset on a beach in Valencia Feast your eyes on the modernist architecture of Antonio Gaudi
MEALS 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
Have more time? Why not couple this Andalucian adventure with a Moroccan trip to create an epic journey through the Mediterranean.
TRANSPORT Private minibus
Highlights of Andalucia & Morocco – 20 days (ZMKOC)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts)
TRANSPORT Metro, bus, train, taxi, public bus, bicycle
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Madrid (hotel)
2
Granada (hotel)
2
Ronda (hotel)
2
Costa de la Luz (hotel)
2
Seville (hotel)
1
Cordoba (hotel)
2
Valencia (hotel)
2
Barcelona (hotel)
Route/Transport type
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
DEPARTURE DATES
Place of interest
START Madrid, Spain
1
Head from Spain to Morocco on a colourful adventure.
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
Overnight stop
FINISH Barcelona, Spain
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (14 nts)
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Start/Finish
ITINERARY
INCLUSIONS
MEALS 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches
KEY:
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
INCLUSIONS
Ronda
PHYSICAL
Discover Cordoba’s great mosque and lavish gardens at Mezquita
Choose your own adventure in Ronda, one of Spain’s oldest towns
Granada
Costa de la Luz
TRIP STYLE Original
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Kick back with some tapas and sangria on the Andalucian shores
FINISH Granada, Spain 1
Seville
Experience the passion of a flamenco dance performance in Seville
2
Wander in Granada’s mythic Moorish quarter with a local guide Delight in an exclusive tasting of cheese and meats at a local deli
DESTINATION
Cordoba
WHY you’ll love it
START Seville, Spain
WHY you’ll love it
Valencia
Best of Spain
ITINERARY
PHYSICAL
S PA I N
Madrid
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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Classic Spain – 22 days (ZMSBC) Visit Spain’s highlights on a classic tour through the country. Visit intrepidtravel.com/spain for more options.
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SPAIN
SPAIN
Barcelona
Santiago de Compostela
Palas de Rei SPAIN
Camino de Santiago, Spain
Porto
Samos Leon
O Cebreiro Molinaseca
Astorga
8 DAYS Overnight stop
START Leon, Spain 1
Leon (hotel)
TRIP CODE ZMXW TRIP STYLE Original
1
Astorga (guesthouse)
MAX GROUP SIZE 16
1
Molinaseca (guesthouse)
1
O Cebreiro (guesthouse)
1
Samos (guesthouse)
Share a true cycling pilgrimage along the famed Camino de Santiago
1
Palas de Rei (guesthouse)
Cycle through the rolling hills of the gorgeous Galician countryside
1
PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it Cover more ground by bicycle, focusing on the important sections
Ride into Santiago de Compostela and explore the famed Cathedral
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
DESTINATION Spain
Kick back with a glass of vino tinto in quaint villages along the trail
Place of interest
1
Overnight stop
Place of interest
START Madrid, Spain
Granada, Spain (hotel)
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
2
Seville, Spain (hotel)
2
The Algarve, Spain (hotel)
2
Lisbon, Portugal (hotel)
Gaze in awe at the artistic feats of the Spanish masters in Madrid
2
Porto, Portugal (hotel)
Santiago de Compostela (guesthouse)
Get lost in the labyrinthine streets of the Albayzin in Granada
2
Santiago de Compostela, Spain (hotel)
FINISH Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Take a long siesta on the golden beaches of San Sebastian
2
Barcelona, Spain (hotel)
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
Indulge in a pintxo crawl in Logrono – known for good food and wine
1
Pamplona, Spain (hotel)
Weave through the city’s winding alleyways in medieval Pamplona
2
San Sebastian, Spain (hotel)
2
Logrono, Spain (hotel)
1
Madrid, Spain (hotel)
Portugal, Spain PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it
INCLUSIONS
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
1
TRANSPORT Plane, bus, metro, public bus, taxi, train
Take part in a powerful journey past some idyllic coastal landscapes.
DEPARTURE DATES
FINISH Madrid, Spain
MEALS 13 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Portuguese Camino – 10 days (ZMXG)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (21 nts)
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
DEPARTURE DATES
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
2
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Start/Finish
KEY:
Granada
TRIP CODE ZMSJC TRIP STYLE Original
DESTINATIONS
Prefer to walk? Try a fresh coastal alternative to the traditional Camino pilgrimage.
ACCOMMODATION Guesthouse (6 nts), hotel (1 nt)
Classic Spain & Portugal
Seville
Madrid, Spain (hotel)
TRANSPORT Bicycle, luggage transport vehicle
Barcelona
1
INCLUSIONS MEALS 6 breakfasts
Logrono
S PA I N
22 DAYS Start/Finish
Madrid
Alhambra, Granada, Spain
The Algarve
KEY:
P ORT U G A L
Lisbon
S PA I N
Cycle the Camino de Santiago
San Sebastian Pamplona
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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Explore Spain & Portugal – 15 days (ZMSI)
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PORTUGAL, SPAIN
Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela
Picos de Europa NP
A Coruna
Oviedo
Bilbao San Sebastian
Vigo Porto Douro Valley Alentejo
Lisbon
Logrono Barcelona
S PA IN
Evora Pintxos, San Sebastian
PORTUGAL
PORTUGAL, SPAIN
P O RTU G A L
Porto
Lisbon, Portugal
Coimbra Start/Finish
KEY:
17 DAYS
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
Spain & Portugal Real Food Adventure
Schist Villages
8 DAYS
Lisbon
Highlights of Portugal
START Barcelona, Spain
P O RT U G A L
2
Barcelona, Spain (hotel)
1
Logrono, Spain (hotel)
2
San Sebastian, Spain (hotel)
1
Picos de Europa NP, Spain (hotel) – Bilbao
2
Oviedo, Spain (hotel)
2
Santiago de Compostela, Spain (hotel)
TRIP STYLE Original
3
Porto, Portugal (hotel) – Vigo, Duoro Valley
PHYSICAL
1
Alentejo, Portugal (farmstay)
2
Lisbon, Portugal (hotel) – Evora
Take an orientation walking tour of the idyllic coastal city of Porto
FINISH Lisbon, Portugal
Explore Coimbra and its university – the oldest in Portugal
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
Experience a traditional Portuguese Fado show in Coimbra
DESTINATIONS
Portugal, Spain
TRIP CODE
ZMZLC
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Overnight stop
WHY you’ll love it Be capitvated by the culture of Catalan cooking in Barcelona Take a pintxos and sparkling wine crawl through alleys of San Sebastian
1
TRIP CODE ZMSZ TRIP STYLE Original MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Join your leader in Lisbon for cheese, wine and sunset views
Interact with the Lisbon locals and enjoy some cherry liqueur
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
INCLUSIONS
Portugal Real Food Adventure, featuring Galicia – 8 days (ZMZP)
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, public bus, taxi, train, ferry
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Porto (hotel)
2
Coimbra (hotel)
1
Schist Villages (guesthouse)
2
Lisbon (hotel)
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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Looking for another side to Portugal? Why not add on a trip to the steep cliffs, fishing villages and volcanic soil of the Azores.
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train
Portugal & the Azores – 14 days (ZMSPC)
ACCOMMODATION Hotels (6 nts), guesthouse (1 nt)
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ACCOMMODATION Hotel (15 nts), farmstay (1 nt)
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Route/Transport type
FINISH Lisbon, Portugal
MEALS 5 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Northern Spain Real Food Adventure – 10 days (ZMZZ)
MEALS 9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 5 dinners
2
INCLUSIONS
Have less time? Try each region’s specialities separately
Place of interest
START Porto, Portugal
Walk through leafy Schist villages, hidden between mountain slopes
Cook up a Galician feast using Vigo’s finest seafood
Overnight stop
ITINERARY
PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it
Sip a glass of famous Rioja in the unique surrounds of Laguardia
Start/Finish
KEY:
DESTINATION Portugal
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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western & central europe Gory Sowie Prague
POLAND Krakow
CZECH REPUBLIC
Tatra Mountains
Cesky Krumlov Budapest, Hungary
AUSTRIA
Vienna
15 DAYS
Best of Central Europe AMSB
MAX GROUP SIZE 15
Budapest
S LO VA K I A H U N G A RY
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY START Vienna, Austria
DESTINATIONS Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia TRIP CODE
Start/Finish
KEY:
CENTRAL EUROPE
Home to some of the world’s most iconic monuments, these parts of Europe are sure to thrill with an eclectic combination of architectural masterpieces, classical art, diverse eateries, and ancient, heritage-listed sites. Grab a pen and prepare to start crossing off your bucket list – Prague Castle, Schonbrunn Palace, Brandenburg Gate – and discover a few lesser-known wonders sprinkled along the way. Get the lowdown on the history surrounding you, with untold secrets to be found down every cobbled street.
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it Soak up the royal history of Krakow’s Wawel Castle
2
Vienna, Austria (hotel)
2
Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic (hotel)
3
Prague, Czech Republic (hotel)
1
Gory Sowie, Poland (hotel)
2
Krakow, Poland (pension)
2
Tatra Mountains, Poland (hotel)
2
Budapest, Hungary (hotel)
Step into a fairytale in the World Heritage-listed city of Cesky Krumlov Revel in Vienna’s rich offerings of art, history and music Enjoy a scenic walk along the banks of the Danube in Budapest
FINISH Budapest, Hungary 1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
Hike in the picturesque Tatra Mountains
INCLUSIONS
Looking to explore more of Central Europe? Add to this tour to create the ultimate adventure combination.
MEALS 11 breakfasts
WEATHER Berlin Angers Vienna Budapest Krakow Munich Nice Zurich Prague
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TRANSPORT Private vehicle, metro, bicycle, public bus, train, taxi
Journey through Central Europe & Romania – 24 days (AMSCC)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (12 nts), pension (2 nts)
Vienna to Dubrovnik – 29 days (AMSNC) Visit intrepidtravel.com/europe for more options.
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AUSTRIA, CZECH REPUBLIC, HUNGARY
WESTERN & CENTRAL EUROPE
POLAND
Berlin
GERMANY Prague
Krakow
Cesky Krumlov
Vienna CZECH REPUBLIC
AUSTRIA Berlin, Germany
ITALY
Budapest
HUNGARY
Bled
Budapest, Hungary
SLOVENIA
Venice
15 DAYS
9 DAYS
Berlin to Venice
Start/Finish
KEY:
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
DESTINATIONS Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Slovenia
START Berlin, Germany
TRIP CODE AMRB TRIP STYLE Basix
2
Berlin, Germany (hostel, overnight sleeper train)
MAX GROUP SIZE 16
2
Krakow, Poland (hotel)
2
Prague, Czech Republic (hostel)
1
Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic (pension)
See the remaining fragments of the famous Berlin wall
2
Vienna, Austria (hostel)
Stroll along the eclectic Ringstrasse in Vienna
2
Budapest, Hungary (hotel)
Soak up the smooth sounds of jazz at a low-lit bar in Prague
2
Bled, Slovenia (guesthouse)
Escape city life on the peaceful shores of Lake Bled
1
Venice, Italy (hotel)
PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it
Soak up the royal history of Krakow’s Wawel Castle and step back in time with a stroll through its medieval main square
INCLUSIONS
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, overnight train, metro, public bus, train
AMKB
CZECH REPUBLIC
Cesky Krumlov Vienna
AUSTRIA
TRIP STYLE Comfort
Budapest
HUNGARY
PHYSICAL
Cycle through rolling hills and the medieval city of Cesky Krumlov Enjoy a scenic walk along the banks of the River Danube in Budapest
INCLUSIONS
Barcelona to Venice – 29 days (ZMRXC)
MEALS 8 breakfasts, 2 dinners
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (8 nts)
Europe Explorer – 36 days (ZMRFC)
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
START Prague, Czech Republic
Revel in Vienna’s rich offerings of art, history and music
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, bicycle, metro, public bus, taxi, train, tram
Overnight stop
ITINERARY
Explore historic Prague Castle and the acclaimed St Vitus Cathedral
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Start/Finish
KEY:
Experience Bohemian hospitality in the Czech Republic
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ACCOMMODATION Hotel (5 nts), hostel (5 nts), guesthouse (2 nts), pension (1 nt), overnight sleeper train (1 nt)
Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary
TRIP CODE
Prague
WHY you’ll love it
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
MEALS 3 breakfasts
DESTINATIONS
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
FINISH Venice, Italy 1
Highlights of Central Europe
2
Prague, Czech Republic (hotel)
2
Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic (hotel)
2
Vienna, Austria (hotel)
2
Budapest, Hungary (hotel) FINISH Budapest, Hungary
1
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C Z E C H R E P UB L I C Ceske Budejovice Cesky Krumlov
Krems
Prague, Czech Republic
Ardagger
Vienna
A US T RI A
8 DAYS
Gdansk
Krakow, Poland
Melk
8 DAYS
P O LA N D
Cycle Prague to Vienna
KEY:
DESTINATIONS
1
Prague, Czech Republic (hotel)
DESTINATION
Poland
1
Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic (hotel)
TRIP CODE
AMKP
1
Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic (hotel)
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
1
Ardagger, Austria (hotel)
1
Melk, Austria (hotel)
PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it Cycle leafy paths from Bohemian Prague to vibrant Vienna
1
Explore picture postcard towns and traffic-free cycling paths
1
Follow the Danube, passing picturesque castles and villages
Enjoy a post-ride beer in the original home of Budweiser
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
START Prague, Czech Republic
TRIP CODE ZMXP TRIP STYLE Original
Marvel at the perfect spires and dome of Melk Abbey
Overnight stop
ITINERARY
Austria, Czech Republic
MAX GROUP SIZE 15
Start/Finish
1
Krakow
TRIP STYLE Comfort
Vienna, Austria (hotel) FINISH Vienna, Austria
Discover the signature cuisine of this central European country Take a guided tour of maritime Gdansk, a vital port in Polish history
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Krakow (hotel)
2
Warsaw (hotel)
2
Gdansk (hotel)
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
See the mighty Danube on a ride from Prague to Budapest.
Poland and the Baltics Explorer – 18 days (AMKOC)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts)
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Hungry for more? Discover the wonders of Poland and the Baltics on a more comprehensive adventure.
TRANSPORT Train, taxi
Cycle Central Europe – 14 days (ZMXDC)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts)
Route/Transport type
FINISH Gdansk, Poland
MEALS 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
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TRANSPORT Bicycle, support vehicle, train
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INCLUSIONS
Place of interest
START Krakow, Poland
Explore Warsaw, the modern city full of rich history and culture
INCLUSIONS
Overnight stop
ITINERARY
Krems an der Donau, Austria (hotel)
Feast on regional specialities at a Kashubian restaurant
Start/Finish
KEY:
PHYSICAL
Discover the Orwellian neighbourhood of Nowa Huta in Krakow
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
Warsaw
Highlights of Poland WHY you’ll love it
* This trip includes the option to hire an e-bike
MEALS 7 breakfasts
POLAND
AUSTRIA, CZECH REPUBLIC
Prague
dec
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AUSTRIA, GERMANY, HUNGARY
GERMANY
Rhine Gorge, Germany
GERMANY
Christmas market, Vienna, Austria
HUNGARY
Vienna Munich
9 DAYS
8 DAYS
Highlights of Romantic Germany
Christmas Markets of Central Europe
Cologne
Koblenz
GE R MA N Y Rudesheim
AUSTRIA
Start/Finish
KEY:
DESTINATION
Germany
TRIP CODE
AMKA
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Black Forest
TRIP STYLE Comfort
DESTINATIONS
PHYSICAL
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Munich
WHY you’ll love it Discover the sinister canopy of evergreen hills in the Black Forest
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
Walk along the beautifully lit streets in atmospheric Budapest
START Cologne, Germany
Drink beer where the locals do during a traditional Bavarian dinner
INCLUSIONS MEALS 8 breakfasts, 2 dinners
2
Cologne (hotel)
2
Rudesheim (hotel)
2
Freiburg (hotel)
2
Munich (hotel)
Route/Transport type
Munich, Germany (hotel)
2
Salzburg, Austria (hotel)
2
Vienna, Austria (hotel)
1
Budapest, Hungary (hotel) FINISH Budapest, Hungary
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
Listen out for carols in Salzburg’s markets and explore the Hohensalzburg Fortress
INCLUSIONS
Europe Christmas Markets: Budapest to Zagreb – 8 days (WMSC)
TRANSPORT Train, metro, public bus
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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Looking to explore more Christmas markets? This alternative eight-day tour is the perfect winter experience.
MEALS 7 breakfasts, 1 dinner
FINISH Munich, Germany 1
Shop for hand-crafted toys, candles and paintings in Vienna
2
Indulge in Munich’s authentic Bavarian food, ale and music
ITINERARY
Stay in the wine-making town of Rudesheim am Rhein
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (8 nts)
Start/Finish
KEY:
Place of interest
START Munich, Germany
PHYSICAL
Enjoy the various traditions and cuisines of Christmas in Central Europe
Explore Munich, arguably one of the prettiest cities in Europe
Overnight stop
ITINERARY
WHY you’ll love it
Cruise along the Rhine River on a morning boat tour to Koblenz
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, boat
Austria, Germany, Hungary
TRIP CODE AMSW TRIP STYLE Original
Freiburg
Budapest
Salzburg
Discover the festive markets of Hungary, Austria, Slovenia and Croatia.
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts)
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FRANCE, ITALY, SPAIN
SWITZERLAND
Cogwheel train, Switzerland
Carcassonne, France
10 DAYS
15 DAYS
Best of Switzerland
Barcelona to Rome
DESTINATION
Switzerland
TRIP CODE
AMSS
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Zurich Bern
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
DESTINATIONS
France, Italy, Spain
TRIP CODE
ZMSC
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Jungfrau
S PA I N
TRIP STYLE Original ait of
Take in the alpine views from the summit of Pilatus Mountain
Discover Medieval-Italian architecture on a visit to Pisa
Explore Lucerne, a fairytale town on the shore of Lake Lucerne
Wander past lavender fields in the Provencal region of southern France Start/Finish
Find out why fondue was once promoted as a Swiss national dish
Overnight stop
Place of interest
TRANSPORT Train, e-bike, public bus, boat, cogwheel railway, aerial cableway, gondola ACCOMMODATION Hotel (9 nts)
Gib alta r
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1
Zurich (hotel)
1
St Gallen (hotel)
2
Lucerne (hotel) – Mt Pilatus
1
Jungfrau region (hotel)
2
Bulle (hotel)
2
Bern (hotel)
1
Barcelona, Spain (hotel)
2
Pyrenees, Spain (hotel)
1
Carcassonne, France (hotel)
MEALS 12 breakfasts, 1 dinner
2
Provence, France (hotel) – Arles
TRANSPORT Metro, train, cog wheel railway, bus, public bus
2
Nice, France (hotel)
2
Cinque Terre, Italy (hotel) – Pisa
3
Florence, Italy (hotel) – Siena
1
Rome, Italy (hotel)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (14 nts)
1
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Place of interest
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ITINERARY
Explore the Roman amphitheatre in the French city of Arles
FINISH Bern, Switzerland 1
Start/Finish
KEY:
Enjoy plenty of free time in Rome to discover the ancient sites
START Zurich, Switzerland
MEALS 9 breakfasts
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ITINERARY
INCLUSIONS
Barcelona
Cinque Terre Florence Pisa Siena Rome
WHY you’ll love it Hike in the majestic Spanish Pyrenees mountains
KEY:
Nice
ITALY
PHYSICAL
Explore Bern by e-bike and find out why this city is so relaxed
Discover one of Europe’s oldest, most beautiful libraries in St Gallen
Provence
Pyrenees
S W ITZE R L A N D
WHY you’ll love it
Carcassonne Arles
St Gallen
Lucerne Mt Pilatus
Bulle
FRANCE
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Lake Bourget
Aix-les-Bains
FR A N C E
Col du Galibier, France
Lacets de Montvernier
Start/Finish
KEY:
DESTINATION
France
TRIP CODE
AMXA
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Overnight stop
Cycle the Loire Valley
Col d'Izoard
Place of interest
START Aix-les-Bain, France
PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it Ride through stunning scenery on this road cycling adventure Experience the sublime Lacets de Montvernier Tackle the 21 hairpins of the Alpe d’Huez
2
Aix-les-Bain (hotel)
1
La Chambre (hotel)
2
Le Bourg d’Oisans (hotel)
1
Briancon (hotel)
1
Chambery (hotel)
Ascend the Col du Galibier, the ultra-high mountain route 1
TRIP CODE
AMXL
MAX GROUP SIZE 15
Angers
PHYSICAL
KEY:
FINISH Chambery, France
ITINERARY
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Explore the vineyards and perhaps a tasting in Vouvray, near Villandry
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1
Blois (hotel)
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Amboise (hotel)
MEALS 6 breakfasts
1
Villandry (hotel)
1
Saumur (hotel)
TRANSPORT Bicycle, support vehicle, train
1
Angers (hotel)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (6 nts)
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
FINISH Angers, France 1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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Cycle the Pyrenees: Road Cycling – 8 days (AXXP)
feb
Tours Amboise
START Tours, France
Complete your cycling journey in the historic township of Angers
Cycle the Dolomites & Italian Alps – 8 days (ZXXD)
jan
Villandry
Cycle past classic quaint villages and the verdant countryside
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TRIP STYLE Original
WHY you’ll love it
Looking for more road cycling? There’s cycling adventures around some of Europe’s most beautiful mountain ranges.
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts)
France
Consider the visiting the chateau-turned-museum of Da Vinci, showcasing his designs and how he spent his later life
TRANSPORT Bicycle, support vehicle, minivan
DESTINATION
Chateau de Chambord
Blois
You haven’t seen chateaux until you’ve seen the ones in France
INCLUSIONS MEALS 6 breakfasts
FR AN C E
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
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Cycle at your own pace, past snow-capped massifs and stunning lakes
7 DAYS
Alpe d'Huez Le Bourg-d’Oisans Col du Galibier Briancon
Cycle the French Alps: Road Cycling
Chateau de Chambord , Loire Valley
La Chambre
Col de la Croix de Fer
8 DAYS
FRANCE
FRANCE
Chambery
dec
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Italy ITALY
Much loved for gifting the world high-end fashion, world-class art, stunning architecture and ambrosial cuisine, Italy is a playground for gourmands, history buffs and nature-lovers. Whether visiting the cosmopolitan metropolis of Milan or cycling past mountain villages in Barga, you’ll find something to cherish in every buzzing city piazza and tranquil landscape. The Italians enjoy a famously laidback way of living, so remember to relax with a spritz and soak up la dolce vita.
Lake Como, Italy
14 DAYS
Best of Italy
Italian Lakes
Italy
TRIP CODE
ZMSV
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Venice
Santa Margherita
Asti
DESTINATION
Milan
Cinque Terre Lucca La Spezia Florence
Portofino
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Pisa
ITALY
WHY you’ll love it Explore Rome – the city that bucket lists were made for
Rome
Cycle the verdant Tuscan hinterland past rolling hills Go beyond the tower in Pisa, a city with lots beneath the surface Traverse the Cinque Terre’s rocky coastal pathways
Start/Finish
KEY:
Sip world-class local wines near Asti, Piedmont
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY START Rome, Italy
INCLUSIONS
1
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MEALS 7 breakfasts
2
Florence (hotel)
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, bicycle, boat, public bus, metro
2
Lucca (hotel) – Pisa
2
La Spezia (hotel) – Cinque Terre
2
Asti (hotel) – Portofino Peninsula
2
Lake Como (hotel) – Milan
2
Venice (hotel)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (13 nts)
FINISH Venice, Italy
WEATHER Venice Rome Naples Amalfi Milan Palermo Bari
1
Hot & dry 25-35ºC Hot & wet 25-35ºC Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC Warm & wet 20-25ºC Cool 15-20ºC Cold & dry 0-15ºC Cold & wet 0-15ºC
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Venice
ITALY
Highlights of Italy DESTINATION
Italy
TRIP CODE
ZMRR
MAX GROUP SIZE 16
Cinque Terre
10 DAYS
La Spezia
Florence
La Spezia
8 DAYS
Rome, Italy
DESTINATION
Italy
TRIP CODE
ZMKF
PHYSICAL
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
WHY you’ll love it
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Combine well-known highlights with plenty of free time to explore Embrace the opportunity to witness the wonders of the Colosseum and the Sistine Chapel
PHYSICAL
Craft your own delicious pesto in the small village of Levanto
2
Florence (hostel)
Taste Umbrian delicacies like lamb meatballs and porcini risotto
1
Rome (hotel)
Enjoy plenty of free time to explore at your own pace
FINISH Rome, Italy
Pass on the hostel crowd and sleep in comfortable hotels
INCLUSIONS MEALS 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
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Want more than a taste of Europe? Take the time to go even further with these epic tours that cover the highlights.
Dubrovnik to Rome – 17 days (ZMRDC)
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
La Spezia (hostel) – Cinque Terre
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
Start/Finish
KEY:
2
START Venice, Italy 2
Venice (hotel)
2
La Spezia (hotel) – Cinque Terre
2
Florence (hotel) – Pisa
2
Perugia (hotel) – Spello
1
Rome (hotel) FINISH Rome, Italy
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
TRANSPORT Train, public bus, ferry, metro, taxi
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (9 nts)
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Want to see Italy without battling the crowds? Warm up with a glass of sangiovese on this winter tour.
Budapest to Venice – 19 days (ZMRVC)
Highlights of Italy in Winter – 8 days (ZLSW)
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TRIP STYLE Comfort
Explore the amazing Cinque Terre region by foot, or jump on a train if you need a break
MEALS 4 breakfasts
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (3 nts), hostel (4 nts)
ITALY
Venice (hotel)
1
TRANSPORT Train
Rome
2
Visit pastel villages along the Cinque Terre
Perugia Spello
WHY you’ll love it
START Venice, Italy
Get lost (in a good way) among the canals and alleyways of Venice
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Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
Feast on mouth-watering seafood along Italy’s coast
INCLUSIONS
Start/Finish
Florence Pisa
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Venice
Italy Experience
Rome
ITALY
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Cinque Terre, Italy
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Venice, Italy
Pompeii, Italy
ITA LY
8 DAYS
Rome
ITALY
8 DAYS
Gubbio Assisi
Umbrian Discovery
ITALY
ITALY
Venice
Mt Vesuvius Pompeii
Rome to Amalfi
Spello Rome
Naples
DESTINATION
Italy
TRIP CODE
ZMSR
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Sample simple, delicious food in rural Spello Visit the birthplace of St Francis – Assisi Mingle with pilgrims at sacred sites across the countryside
2
Venice (hotel)
2
Assisi (hotel) – Spello
2
Gubbio (hotel)
1
Rome (hotel)
TRANSPORT Train, public bus, metro, cable car
Amalfi Positano
PHYSICAL Start/Finish
KEY:
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY START Rome, Italy
Sip espresso alongside locals on the Sorrentine Peninsula
1
Rome
Perhaps indulge in traditional pizza in the city of its origin, Naples
2
Pompeii (hotel) – Naples
Explore the vast, frozen-in-time ruins of ancient Pompeii
2
Sorrento (hotel) – Mt Vesuvius
2
Amalfi (hotel) – Positano, Path of the Gods
MEALS 4 breakfasts
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
FINISH Amalfi, Italy 1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, metro, public bus, ferry
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts)
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Italy Uncovered – 15 days (ZMSZC)
The village-strewn shores of the Amalfi Coast appear even more beautiful from the water.
Classic Italy – 21 days (ZMSDC)
Amalfi Coast Sailing Adventure – 7 days (ZSRE)
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INCLUSIONS
Like what you see? Why not explore more of the sights (and eat more of the pasta) and extend your Italian adventure.
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts)
ZMSS
Take a peek inside the steaming crater of Mt Vesuvius
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
MEALS 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch
TRIP CODE
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Hike through olive groves on the Path of the Gods
FINISH Rome, Italy 1
Italy
WHY you’ll love it
START Venice, Italy
Explore the masterpiece medieval town of Gubbio
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Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
Explore the green heart of charming Umbria
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KEY:
DESTINATION
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Aeolian Islands, Italy
Amalfi
Pollino NP
ITA LY
Civita
ITA LY
Trani Bari
Aeolian Islands
15 DAYS
Ragusa
Highlights of Calabria & Sicily
Start/Finish
KEY:
Overnight stop
Place of interest
10 DAYS
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
Explore Southern Italy
KEY:
Italy
TRIP CODE
ZMSB
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it Discover the secrets of Italy’s vibrant south Soak in sulphuric springs on the Aeolian Islands Search crumbling Greek and Roman ruins in Taormina
1
Amalfi (hotel)
DESTINATION
Italy
2
Amalfi (hotel)
TRIP CODE
ZMSQ
2
Civita (guesthouse) – Pollino National Park
2
Trani (hotel)
3
Tropea (hotel) – Aeolian Islands
2
Lecce (hotel)
1
Reggio Calabria (hotel)
1
Alberobello (hotel) – Ostuni
3
Catania (hotel) – Taormina, Mt Etna
1
Matera (hotel)
2
Syracuse (hotel) – Ragusa, Noto
1
Bari (hotel)
2
Palermo (hotel)
1
MEALS 14 breakfasts
Pick lemons straight from the tree in the Amalfi countryside Join the sophisticates of Puglia for a glass of Moscato di Trani
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
1
Discover the more of Italy on a journey through the Amalfi region, Calabria and Sicily.
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, bus
Venice to Southern Italy – 24 days (ZMSRC)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (9 nts)
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Rome to Sicily – 22 days (ZMSFC)
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MEALS 9 breakfasts
Venice to Sicily – 29 days (ZMSGC)
DEPARTURE DATES
Route/Transport type
FINISH Bari, Italy
INCLUSIONS
Rome to Sicily – 22 days (ZMSFC)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (12 nts), guesthouse (2 nts)
Place of interest
Explore the otherworldly cliff-carved houses of Matera
Like what you see? Combine this trip with with an adventure further north and see more of historic Italy.
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, public bus, ferry
PHYSICAL
Take off on an unforgettable journey into Italy’s rarely visited ‘heel’
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Spend the night in one of Alberobello’s unique trulli
Overnight stop
START Amalfi, Italy
WHY you’ll love it
FINISH Palermo, Italy
Encounter Greek and Roman history in Syracuse Walk through a valley on the side of Mt Etna, an active volcano
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Start/Finish
ITINERARY
START Amalfi, Italy
DESTINATION
Lecce
Matera
Matera, Italy
ITALY
ITALY
Reggio Calabria Taormina Catania Syracuse Noto
Mt Etna
Ostuni
Amalfi
Tropea Palermo
Alberobello
nov
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Agerola Mt Vesuvius
Path of the Gods, Italy
Naples
8 DAYS
Devil’s Bridge, Tuscany
Valley of the Mills
8 DAYS
Ravello Pompeii
Amalfi Coast: Hike, Boat & Kayak DESTINATION
Italy
TRIP CODE
ZGXA
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Cycle Tuscany
Atrani
Path of the Gods Positano Capri
Amalfi
DESTINATION
Italy
TRIP CODE
ZMXT
MAX GROUP SIZE 15 Start/Finish
KEY:
TRIP STYLE Original
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Garfagnana
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it Pedal through picturesque hills, olive groves and vineyards
Naples (hotel)
Ride along the gentle Serchio River to the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Walk along the spectacular Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods)
2
Agerola (hotel) – Pompeii, Mt Vesuvius
Retrace the steps of Leonardo da Vinci around his home city, Vinci
Descend into the mysterious Valley of the Mills
4
Amalfi (hotel) – Sentiero Degli Dei, Positano, Capri
End days in the saddle with a glass (or three) of local vino
FINISH Amalfi, Italy
Escape the crowds in Garfagnana
Kayak along the Amalfi Coast to the tiny beach of Santacroce Cruise to the preferred holiday destination of emperors – Capri
1
MEALS 7 breakfasts
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
The lush hillside, rugged cliffs and colourful villages of Italy are perfect for exploring on an active adventure. See more breathtaking options below.
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, public bus, kayak, boat, on foot
1
Florence (hotel)
MEALS 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches
1
Vinci (hotel)
TRANSPORT Bicycle, support vehicle, local bus
1
Barga (hotel)
1
Garfagnana (hotel)
2
Lucca (hotel)
1
Pisa (hotel)
ACCOMMODATION Hotels (7 nts)
1
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Place of interest
FINISH Pisa, Italy
Cinque Terre: Hike, Bike & Kayak – 8 days (ZGXT)
DEPARTURE DATES
Overnight stop
START Florence, Italy
Italian Lakes: Hike, Bike & Kayak – 8 days (ZGXI)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts)
Florence
ITINERARY
INCLUSIONS
Start/Finish
KEY:
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
INCLUSIONS
Vinci
Pisa
1
Climb Mt Vesuvius with a volcanology guide
ITALY
Lucca
Viareggio
START Naples. Italy
WHY you’ll love it
Barga
Apuan Alps
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
PHYSICAL
ITALY
ITALY
ITA LY
nov
dec
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Venice AUSTRIA, ITALY
Emilia-Romagna Bologna ITALY
San Gimignano
Pizza, Venice
ITA LY
Salzburg, Austria
South Tyrol
Rome
15 DAYS
Bari
Naples
Italian Odyssey Real Food Adventure DESTINATION
Italy
TRIP CODE
ZMZIC
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Alpe di Siusi
10 DAYS
Matera
Start/Finish
Overnight stop
Place of interest
AUSTRIA
Bolzano
Venice to Vienna KEY:
Vienna
Salzburg
ITA LY
Venice
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
DESTINATIONS
Austria, Italy
TRIP CODE
ZLSP
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
START Venice, Italy
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL Start/Finish
KEY:
Overnight stop
Place of interest
2
Venice (hotel)
2
Bologna (hotel) – Emilia Romagna
TRIP STYLE Original
2
San Gimignano (agriturismo)
Take an historical journey through Italy and Austria
PHYSICAL
3
Rome (hotel)
Cycle past vineyards on a bike tour of the South Tyrolean Wine Road
2
Venice (hotel)
2
Bari (hotel)
Get (pleasantly) lost in Venice
3
Bolzano (hotel) – South Tyrol, Alpe di Siusi
1
Matera (hotel)
Stroll through the meadows of Alpe di Siusi with a local storyteller
2
Salzburg (hotel)
2
Naples (hotel)
Watch the sun set over the domes and spires of Salzburg
2
Vienna (hotel)
WHY you’ll love it Go beyond the tourist traps and discover real local flavours Taste traditional balsamic vinegar in an acetaia in Modena A farmstay in Tuscany gives you an insider’s look at wine production Join a local expert for a masterclass in Apulian focaccia and orecchiette
WHY you’ll love it
FINISH Naples, Italy 1
INCLUSIONS
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
MEALS 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Get your hands doughy in an authentic pizza cooking class in Naples
INCLUSIONS
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TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, metro, bus, taxi ACCOMMODATION Hotel (12 nts), agriturismo (2 nts)
FINISH Vienna, Italy 1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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Have more time? Go deeper into Italy and add Austria to your trip with a 23-day historical and culinary odyssey.
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (9 nts)
Rome to Vienna – 23 days (ZLSVC)
Hit the vegan hotspots from Venice to Rome.
Discover the heart of Europe from Rome to Vienna.
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Italy Vegan Food Adventure – 8 days (ZMZV)
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ITINERARY
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, public bus, metro, bicycle, cable car
Prefer plant-based? Enjoy all the delicious delights of Italy on this vegan journey.
MEALS 12 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners
Route/Transport type
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southeastern europe SOUTHEASTERN EUROPE
After decades spent in the shadow of its illustrious Aegean neighbours, the countries of the Balkans and beyond have finally emerged as travel hotspots in their own right. Whether you’re checking out the thriving nightlife of Belgrade, discovering the confronting nuclear history of Chernobyl, strolling about the cliff-top and walled cities of Croatia, marvelling at Slovenia’s soaring Julian Alps or lazing by the shores of the Black Sea, you can’t deny that southeastern Europe is on the rise.
Budapest
HUNG A RY
Kotor, Montenegro
CROATI A
15 DAYS
Osijek
Vukovar Ilok Novi Sad
B OS NI A & HE RZE GOV I NA
Balkan Adventure
Sarajevo
Mostar
DESTINATIONS
osnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Hungary, B Montenegro, Serbia
TRIP CODE
WMSK
Dubrovnik
Belgrade
S E RB IA
Durmitor NP M O NT E NE G RO Niksic Kotor
TRIP STYLE Original
MAX GROUP SIZE 16
PHYSICAL
Start/Finish
KEY:
WHY you’ll love it
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY START Budapest, Hungary
Sip the famous Croatian Traminac Premium wine at a wine tasting Explore both sides of the Danube in Budapest, and perhaps head up to Buda Castle for panoramic views over the city
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Budapest, Hungary (hotel)
2
Osijek, Croatia (guesthouse)
Wander through Belgrade’s Bohemian quarter and test the nightlife
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Novi Sad, Serbia (hotel) – Vukovar, Ilok
Witness Mostar’s famous bridge divers hurl themselves into the river
2
Belgrade, Serbia (hotel)
Learn the recent siege history on a guided walking tour of Sarajevo
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Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina (pension) – Mostar
1
Niksic, Montenegro (guesthouse) – Durmitor NP
2
Kotor, Montenegro (hotel)
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Dubrovnik, Croatia (hostel)
INCLUSIONS MEALS 14 breakfasts, 1 dinner
FINISH Dubrovnik, Croatia
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, public bus, taxi, tram
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Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts), guesthouse (3 nts), pension (3 nts), hostel (1 nt)
WEATHER Budapest Bled Dubrovnik Athens Istanbul Tirana Bucharest Kiev
DEPARTURE DATES Hot & dry 25-35ºC Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC Warm & wet 20-25ºC Cool 15-20ºC Cold & dry 0-15ºC Cold & wet 0-15ºC Below freezing -0ºC
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Budapest
Maramures
Sighisoara Viscri Brasov R O M A N IA Bucharest Eger
Veliko Tarnovo
Sofia
B U L G A R IA
Rila Mountains
Traditional dress, Maramures
Gorno Draglishte Pirin Mountains
Kruja, Albania
Plovdiv Bansko
18 DAYS
12 DAYS
Eastern Europe Explorer
Overnight stop
Place of interest
START Budapest, Hungary
1
Eger, Hungary (pension) – Debrecen
TRIP STYLE Original
2
Maramures, Romania (pension)
PHYSICAL
1
Sighisoara, Romania (hotel)
TRIP CODE
WMSEC
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
Budapest, Hungary (hotel)
Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Start/Finish
KEY:
2
DESTINATIONS
1
Viscri, Romania (homestay)
1
Brasov, Romania (hotel)
Experience a homestay with a family in the Saxon village of Viscri
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Bucharest, Romania (hotel)
Explore the mix of exciting capital cities and quaint mountain villages
2
Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria (hotel)
Discover the medieval city and home of Vlad the Impaler: Sighisoara
2
Plovdiv, Bulgaria (hotel)
Journey into the lush valley of Rila to find the Monastery of Saint Ivan
1
Bansko, Bulgaria (hotel) – Pirin Mountains
Taste the cured meats and cheeses of Sofia’s Central Market Hall
1
Gorno Draglishte, Bulgaria (homestay) – Rila Mountains
1
Sofia, Bulgaria (hotel)
WHY you’ll love it
INCLUSIONS
FINISH Sofia, Bulgaria
MEALS 15 breakfasts, 4 dinners
1
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (12 nts), pension (3 nts), homestay (2 nts)
DEPARTURE DATES
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
* This is a combo trip, see pages 16–21 for more information
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, public bus, metro, tram, taxi
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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BULGARIA, HUNGARY, ROMANIA
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lbania, Croatia, Macedonia, A Montenegro, Kosovo
TRIP CODE
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MAX GROUP SIZE 12
CROATIA
SERBIA
MONTENEGRO Dubrovnik Kotor Shkoder
TRIP STYLE Comfort PHYSICAL
Prizren
KOSOVO Skopje
MACEDONIA
Kruja Tirana Berat
Lake Ohrid
ALBANIA
WHY you’ll love it Climb along the ancient city walls of Dubrovnik and Kotor
Overnight stop
Place of interest
START Skopje, Macedonia
Venture out to Matka Canyon, a deep ravine in the Suva mountains Uncover the neo-classical buildings and modern layers of Skopje
INCLUSIONS MEALS 11 breakfasts, 1 dinner TRANSPORT Private vehicle, public bus, taxi, boat
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Skopje, Macedonia (hotel) – Prizren, Matka Canyon
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Lake Ohrid, Macedonia (hotel)
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Berat, Albania (hotel)
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Tirana, Albania (hotel) – Kruja, Shkoder
2
Kotor, Montenegro (hotel)
1
Dubrovnik, Croatia (hotel) FINISH Dubrovnik, Croatia
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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ITINERARY
Sail across the waters of Lake Ohrid, one of Europe’s oldest lakes
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts)
Start/Finish
KEY:
Drink coffee and people-watch in Tirana, Albania’s colourful capital
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Budapest
Ljubljana
B O S NI A & HE RZ E G O V I N A
Zagreb
Venice
Mostar, Bosnia
CRO AT I A
HUNG A RY
Sarajevo
ITA LY
Budapest to Venice DESTINATIONS
osnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Hungary, B Italy, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovenia
TRIP CODE
ZMRVC
MAX GROUP SIZE 16
TRIP STYLE Basix
Start/Finish
KEY:
Split Dubrovnik
Overnight stop
S E RB I A
Mostar Kotor
M O NT E NE GR O
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
PHYSICAL
Learn about the dark siege history and rebuilding of Sarajevo Revel in the edgy street scene of Belgrade’s Bohemian Quarter Admire the restored architecture of World Heritage-listed Kotor See the luminous lakes and waterfalls of Plitvice Lakes National Park Indulge in fresh Mediterranean seafood, antipasti and local wines
INCLUSIONS
Pag Island
15 DAYS
Zadar Split
Dubrovnik to Bled DESTINATIONS
Croatia, Slovenia
TRIP CODE
ZMSUC
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Hvar Mljet Island NP
TRIP STYLE Original
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WHY you’ll love it
START Dubrovnik, Croatia
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Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina (pension) – Mostar
Indulge in local food and wine during an agriturismo feast on Hvar
2
Korcula, Croatia (private apartment) – Peljesac Peninsula, Mljet Island NP
2
Kotor, Montenegro (hotel)
Be blown away by Zadar and its extensive Roman ruins
2
Hvar, Croatia (private apartment)
3
Dubrovnik, Croatia (hostel)
Embark on a day trip to acclaimed Plitvice Lakes National Park waterfalls
2
Split, Croatia (hotel)
2
Split, Croatia (pension)
Discover Bled – a town on the lake at the edge of the Julian Alps
2
Zadar, Croatia (hostel) – Pag Island
2
Zagreb, Croatia (hostel) – Plitvice Lakes NP
1
Plitvice Lakes NP, Croatia (guesthouse)
2
Ljubljana, Slovenia (hostel)
1
Pula, Croatia (private apartment) – Rovinj
1
Venice, Italy (hotel)
2
Bled, Slovenia (pension)
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INCLUSIONS MEALS 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
FINISH Bled, Slovenia
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, public bus, ferry, taxi
1
ACCOMMODATION Private apartment (5 nts), hostel (4 nts), hotel (2 nts), pension (2 nts), guesthouse (1 nt)
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Dubrovnik to Venice – 10 days (ZMRI) nov
Route/Transport type
Dubrovnik, Croatia (hostel)
Budapest & the Balkans – 10 days (ZMRC)
oct
Place of interest
ITINERARY
DEPARTURE DATES
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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KEY:
PHYSICAL
Dubrovnik
Explore the undisputed jewel of the Dalmatian Coast: Dubrovnik
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts), hostel (7 nts), pension (4 nts)
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Korcula Peljesac Peninsula
Belgrade, Serbia (hotel)
* This is a combo trip, see pages 16–21 for more information
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Plitvice Lakes NP
2
1
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
Pula
Budapest, Hungary (hotel)
FINISH Venice, Italy
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, public bus, ferry, metro, taxi
C R O AT I A
2
MEALS 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch
DEPARTURE DATES
Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
START Budapest, Hungary
WHY you’ll love it
SLOVENIA
Rovinj
Belgrade
Plitvice Lakes NP
19 DAYS
Bled
CROATIA, SLOVENIA
SOUTHEASTERN EUROPE
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Cycle Group, Croatia
Split
Brac
Supetar Open top sandwiches, Split
11 DAYS
Slovenia & Croatia Real Food Adventure
Bled
Ljubljana
Motovun Rovinj Pag Island
Rakovica
DESTINATION
Croatia
Plitvice Lakes NP
TRIP CODE
ZMXB
MAX GROUP SIZE 15
CRO AT I A
Zadar
Croatia, Slovenia
TRIP CODE
ZMZE
Korcula
TRIP STYLE Original
Zrnovo
PHYSICAL
Explore the history, natural features and inviting beaches of Hvar
Explore the major culinary regions of Istria and Dalmatia
Place of interest
Take a tasting tour and have lunch in a family-run konoba in Piran Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park and hike past luminous waterfalls
INCLUSIONS MEALS 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
INCLUSIONS
2
Ljubljana, Slovenia (hotel) – Bled
2
Motovun, Croatia (hotel) – Piran
1
Rakovica, Croatia (guesthouse) – Plitvice Lakes NP
1
Zadar, Croatia (boutique hostel) – Pag Island
2
Split, Croatia (hotel)
2
Enjoy a gelato or take a refreshing dip in the sea in sunny Korcula Traverse to the top of Srd Hil and appreciate the view of the Old Town of Dubrovnik, its harbour and the sparkling Adriatic Sea
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Brac (hotel)
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Hvar (private apartment)
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Korcula (private apartment)
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Dubrovnik (hotel)
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* This trip includes the option to hire an e-bike
TRANSPORT Bicycle, support vehicle, ferry
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Cycle the Balkans – 8 days (ZMXY) Cycle Croatia & the Balkans – 15 days (ZMXBC)
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Split (hotel)
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FINISH Dubrovnik, Croatia 1
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MEALS 6 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Korcula, Croatia (hotel)
Route/Transport type
FINISH Dubrovnik, Croatia
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (3 nts), private apartment (3 nts)
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Route/Transport type
START Ljubljana, Slovenia
Get to know some of the emerging heroes of European wine scenes
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (8 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), boutique hostel (1 nt)
Overnight stop
ITINERARY
Delve into the world of food beneath Slovenia’s fairytale landscape
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, public bus, catamaran, taxi
Start/Finish
KEY:
Place of interest
START Split, Croatia
Visit Dalmatia’s largest island, Brac, with its forests and olive trees
WHY you’ll love it
Overnight stop
ITINERARY
PHYSICAL
Cycle through whitewashed villages and past the Adriatic waters
Dubrovnik
Start/Finish
KEY:
TRIP STYLE Original
WHY you’ll love it
Split
DESTINATIONS
Dubrovnik
Korcula Town
Cycle Croatia
S LO V E NI A
Piran
Hvar
Orebic
Korcula
7 DAYS
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Bol
Stari Grad Hvar Town Vela Luka
CROATIA
CROATIA, SLOVENIA
C R O AT I A
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8 DAYS
Ivano-Frankivsk
Highlights of Ukraine DESTINATION
Ukraine
TRIP CODE
WMSU
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
TRIP STYLE Original Start/Finish
KEY:
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
DESTINATIONS
Moldova, Romania, Ukraine
TRIP CODE
WMST
ITINERARY
WHY you’ll love it
TRIP STYLE Original
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Kiev (hotel, overnight train) – Chernobyl
Take a boat through Romania’s biodiverse Danube Delta
Wander the eerie streets and buildings of Chernobyl’s ghost town
2
Carpathian Mountains (guesthouse)
Spend time in the least-visited corner of Moldova: Gagauzia
Head up high in the Carpathians and spot traditional Hutsul cottages
2
Lviv (hotel)
Sample a local Moldovan tipple during a guided tour of Milestii Mici
FINISH Lviv, Ukraine
Become one of the few visitors to Soviet-influenced Transnistria
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
Explore Ukraine’s abandoned Chernobyl Exclusion Zone
INCLUSIONS
INCLUSIONS
MEALS 6 breakfasts
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
Take an epic European adventure from Budapest to Lviv.
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts), overnight train (1 nt)
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Place of interest
Route/Transport type
Bucharest, Romania (hotel)
2
Tulcea, Romania (hotel) – Danube Delta
1
Comrat, Moldova (hotel)
2
Chisinau, Moldova (hotel) – Orhei Vechi, Milestii Mici
2
Tiraspol, Moldova (hotel) – Bender
2
Odessa, Ukraine (hotel, overnight train)
2
Kiev, Ukraine (hotel) – Chernobyl
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DEPARTURE DATES
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
Overnight stop
1
1
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Eastern Europe Discovery – 29 days (WMSRC)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (4 nts), guesthouse (2 nts), overnight train (1 nt)
Start/Finish
Danube Delta Tulcea
FINISH Kiev, Ukraine
MEALS 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches
Liking what you see? Explore more of Eastern Europe by starting your trip in Hungary.
TRANSPORT Train, local bus, private vehicle, taxi, overnight train
Bucharest
START Bucharest, Romania
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1
ROMANIA
ITINERARY
Spend time exploring Ukraine’s capital, Kiev, at your own pace
Stroll through the cobblestoned Rynok square of classical Lviv
Odessa
Comrat
WHY you’ll love it
START Kiev, Ukraine
Interact with the locals and take a unique Ukrainian cooking class
Chisinau
KEY:
PHYSICAL
UKRAINE
Overnight Train
Tiraspol
Moldova, Ukraine & Romania Explorer
U K R A IN E
Carpathian Mountains
Kiev
M O LD O VA
13 DAYS
Kiev
Lviv
PHYSICAL
Chernobyl
Orhei Vechi, Moldova
Chernobyl
MOLDOVA, ROMANIA, UKRAINE
UKRAINE
Chernobyl, Ukraine
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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Highlights of Romania, Moldova & Ukraine – 21 days (WMSSC)
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Church of St John, Lake Ohrid, Macedonia
CRO AT I A M O NT E NE G RO
Dubrovnik
15 DAYS
Kotor
Dubrovnik to Athens DESTINATIONS
lbania, Croatia, Greece, A Macedonia, Montenegro
TRIP CODE
ZMSM
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
A LB A NI A
Tirana Berat
Lake Ohrid
TRIP STYLE Original
Start/Finish
KEY:
15 DAYS
Bitola Pelister NP Litochoro Kastoria
Overnight stop
Kosovo, Albania & Macedonia Explorer
Mt Olympus NP Athens
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
WHY you’ll love it Find yourself sharing stories with locals over a glass of raki in Tirana
1
Dubrovnik, Croatia (hostel)
1
Kotor, Montenegro (hotel)
MEALS 14 breakfasts TRANSPORT Private vehicle, public bus, taxi, boat
Shkoder
Skopje Matka Canyon
MACEDONIA
Tirana
A LB A N I A
Lake Ohrid
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
Start/Finish
KEY:
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
WHY you’ll love it
START Tirana, Albania Tirana, Albania (hotel)
Berat, Albania (hotel)
1
Shkoder, Albania (hotel)
Lake Ohrid, Macedonia (hotel)
Discover the secret staircase of Kalaja Fortress in Prizren
2
Valbona Valley, Albania (guesthouse) – Lake Koman
Skopje, Macedonia (hotel) – Matka Canyon
Learn about the Battle of Kosovo on a trip to the Field of Blackbirds
2
Peja, Kosovo (hotel) – Rugova Valley
1
Bitola, Macedonia (hotel) – Pelister NP
Lose yourself in Tirana – the Albanian capital full of urban energy
3
Prizren, Kosovo (hotel) – Prishtina
1
Kastoria, Greece (hotel)
2
Skopje, Macedonia (hotel) – Matka Canyon
2
Litochoro, Greece (guesthouse) – Mt Olympus NP
INCLUSIONS
2
Lake Ohrid, Macedonia (guesthouse)
1
Athens, Greece (hotel)
MEALS 14 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
1
Tirana, Albania (hotel)
FINISH Athens, Greece 1
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, public bus, boat, taxi
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (10 nts), guesthouse (4 nts)
DEPARTURE DATES
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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Prizren
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2
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KOSOVO
Experience life in the Valbona Valley staying at a local guesthouse
2
Take a short hike through the verdant trails of Pelister National Park
ZMSX
Peja
Tirana, Albania (hotel) – Kruja
1
Explore the gleaming neo-classical buildings of Skopje
Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia
TRIP CODE
Valbona Valley Lake Koman
Cruise through the mountainous corridors of Lake Koman
2
Sail across the serene blue waters of Lake Ohrid
DESTINATIONS
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
START Dubrovnik, Croatia
Admire the World Heritage-listed cities of Dubrovnik and Kotor
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G RE E CE
PHYSICAL
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts), guesthouse (2 nts), hostel (1 nt)
Skopje
ALBANIA, KOSOVO, MACEDONIA
SOUTHEASTERN EUROPE
Dubrovnik, Croatia
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FINISH Tirana, Albania 1
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Thessaloniki
Meteora
G RE E CE
Delphi
15 DAYS
Best of Greece DESTINATION
Greece
TRIP CODE
ZMSAC
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Greek cuisine, Athens
9 DAYS
Athens Mykonos Syros Santorini
TRIP STYLE Original Start/Finish
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PHYSICAL
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
WHY you’ll love it
GREECE
GREECE
Kalambaka
Santorini, Greece
START Athens, Greece
Greece Real Food Adventure DESTINATION
Greece
TRIP CODE
ZMZG
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Epidaurus
Mani Peninsula
Climb into the heavens to see ancient monasteries in Meteora
2
Thessaloniki (hotel)
Indulge in delicious seafood dinners in traditional tavernas on Syros
2
Kalambaka (hotel) – Meteora
Bike through a pistachio farm on the island of Aegina
Swim and snorkel in the warm waters of the Aegean Sea
1
Delphi (hotel)
Cook up a storm with a local chef in Poros
Walk along the volcanic rim of Santorini, from Thira to Oia
2
Athens (hotel)
Sip ouzo at a distillery that has produced the aperitif for over a century
2
Syros (hotel)
Source local Kalamata olives on a tour of the rugged Mani region
2
Mykonos (hotel) – Delos
Unwind in the beautiful seaside town of Kardamyli
2
Santorini (hotel)
TRANSPORT Ferry, public bus, taxi, metro
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
* This is a combo trip, see pages 16–21 for more information
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (14 nts)
DEPARTURE DATES
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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KEY:
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY START Athens, Greece
INCLUSIONS MEALS 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners TRANSPORT Private vehicle, public bus, ferry, bicycle, taxi
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Athens (hotel)
1
Aegina (hotel)
2
Poros (hotel)
2
Nafplio (hotel)
2
Kardamyli (hotel) FINISH Athens, Greece
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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Mainland Greece Discovery – 8 days (ZMSW)
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WHY you’ll love it
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (8 nts)
Hydra
Kardamyli
PHYSICAL
Athens (hotel)
FINISH Santorini, Greece
Poros Nafplio
TRIP STYLE Original
1
MEALS 12 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Aegina
GREECE
Uncover histories of civilisation in Athens, dominated by the Acropolis
INCLUSIONS
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Mycenae
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Meet the fleet
Sailing
We use classic monohull yachts for all our European sailing adventures (it helps to get into that old-school Euro vibe). Each vessel typically carries an average of nine travellers, plus an experienced local skipper. On the Cote d’Azur (France), Sardinia, Amalfi (Italy), Corfu (Greece), Croatia and Montenegro we sail a Bavaria 50 or Cyclades 50.5. These yachts are typically 50–52 ft with four or five double/twin cabins and two to three bathrooms. In the Greek Islands we sail on Ocean Star yachts, which are 56 ft in length and have five cabins – a mix of doubles, twins and triples – with ensuite bathrooms.
Life doesn’t get much better than sailing Europe’s coastlines. Wake with a swim, head ashore for a croissant (or bread and honey, or biscotti), sail to the next bay, swim a bit more, sunbathe a little, go for a stroll, snooze on deck, check out centuries-old architecture... With France, Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, Greece and now the islands of Sardinia and Corsica to choose from, our small-group sailing adventures offer temperate climes, exceptional cuisines, stunning scenery and lashings of history.
Intrepid Sailing Bavaria 50
Intrepid Sailing Ocean Star 56
Bavaria 50 WC
WEATHER Santorini/Mykonos Dubrovnik/Split Amalfi Sardinia/Corsica
Ocean Star 56 WC
CABIN SALOON
CABIN
CABIN WC WC
CABIN
STEPS
Hot & dry 25-35ºC Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC Warm & wet 20-25ºC Cool 15-20ºC Cold & dry 0-15ºC Cold & wet 0-15ºC
GALLEY
CABIN
CREW
STEPS
WC
GALLEY
CABIN
WC
CABIN
CABIN SALOON
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C O R S IC A Bonifacio, Corsica, France
Procida Ischia
Procida, Italy
Bonifacio
8 DAYS
Isola Lavezzi
Sardinia & Corsica Sailing Adventure
Isola Spargi Maddalena Archipelago Isola Caprera Isola Santo Stefano
Capri
Amalfi Coast Sailing Adventure
S A R D IN IA
Pompeii Amalfi Sorrento
7 DAYS
Olbia
ITALY
FRANCE, ITALY
ITA LY
Start/Finish
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Place of interest
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ITINERARY
DESTINATIONS
France, Italy
TRIP CODE
ZSRS
MAX GROUP SIZE 9
Start/Finish
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Overnight stop
Place of interest
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ITINERARY
PHYSICAL
DESTINATION
Italy
TRIP CODE
ZSRAC
MAX GROUP SIZE 8
START Procida, Italy
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
START Olbia, Italy
WHY you’ll love it Swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Maddalena Archipelago Explore the ancient citadel of Bonifacio Hike the wild landscape of Isola Caprera
Olbia, Italy (yacht)
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Isola Caprera, Italy (yacht)
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Bonifacio, France (yacht)
4
Maddalena Archipelago, Italy (yacht) – Isola Lavezzi, Isola Spargi, Isola Santo Stefano
Cycle around the lively city of La Maddalena Step off the boat and into a new destination each day
WHY you’ll love it
1
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Munch on fresh honey, olives, rabbit stew, snails and sea urchins Explore the serene countryside of the Amalfi Coast
Ischia (yacht)
2
Sorrento (yacht) – Pompeii
1
Amalfi (yacht)
1
Capri (yacht)
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Procida (yacht) FINISH Procida, Italy
Relax in the pastel bay of Procida
FINISH Olbia, Italy
Row into the glowing caves of Capri’s Grotta Azzura
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Spend carefree time island-hopping in the Mediterranean
* This is a combo trip, see pages 16–21 for more information
INCLUSIONS
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INCLUSIONS
MEALS For the ease of group meals, a contribution to a group kitty is strongly suggested. Allow EUR 100.
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Liking what you see? How about checking out another European adventure, full of history and delectable cuisine.
TRANSPORT Cyclades 50.5 (yacht), minibus
Sail the Ionian Islands from Corfu – 7 days (ZSRZ)
ACCOMMODATION Yacht (7 nts)
Set sail on cerulean waters to Ithaki, Paxos and Lefkada. Visit intrepidtravel.com/sailing for more options.
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MEALS For the ease of group meals, a contribution to a group kitty is strongly suggested. Allow EUR 80.
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The Amalfi Coast Sailing Adventure combines two trips, so if you can’t swing a whole week you can always pick one.
TRANSPORT Bavaria 50 (yacht)
Sail Italy: Amalfi to Procida – 4 days (ZSRE)
ACCOMMODATION Yacht (6 nts)
Sail Italy: Procida to Amalfi – 4 days (ZSRD) Visit intrepidtravel.com/sailing for more options.
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10 DAYS
Hidden Cyclades Sailing Adventure DESTINATION TRIP CODE
Athens
GREECE
Kea Agios Laonnis Beach
Kythnos
Livadi Bay
Greece ZSRC
MAX GROUP SIZE 11
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
Koutalas Bay Kimolos
Vathi
Milos Island
Polyagios
Platys Gialos
WHY you’ll love it Hvar, Croatia
Deserted beaches, ancient ruins, fresh seafood – check, check, check!
Split Hvar
8 DAYS
Vis
Croatia Sailing Adventure: Split to Dubrovnik DESTINATION
Croatia
TRIP CODE
ZSRU
MAX GROUP SIZE 8
Lastovo
Mljet
Dubrovnik
Start/Finish
Overnight stop
Place of interest
WHY you’ll love it Mix lazy beach days with time spent exploring medieval fortresses The Dalmatian Coast seems made for a sailing adventure Discover military history on Vis
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Split (yacht)
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Sailing the Dalmatian Coast (yacht) – Hvar, Vis, Korcula, Lastovo, Mljet, Elafiti Islands
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DESTINATION
Explore the immense ancient courtyards of Diocletian’s Palace
INCLUSIONS
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TRIP CODE
Montenegro Sailing Adventure from Dubrovnik – 8 days (ZSRM) Visit intrepidtravel.com/sailing for more options.
ACCOMMODATION Yacht (7 nts)
DEPARTURE DATES
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Mykonos
Syros
Naxos Small Cyclades
Sifnos Ios
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Amorgos
ZSRV
Santorini
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it
KEY:
Hit highlights like Mykonos and smaller spots in the Small Cyclades
Sail and snorkel the clearest water in the Mediterranean.
TRANSPORT Harmony 52 (yacht)
jul
Greece
MAX GROUP SIZE 11
Looking for something different? Why not explore some of the gems of the Adriatic in Montenegro.
MEALS For the ease of group meals, a contribution to a group kitty is strongly suggested. Allow EUR 100.
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GRE E CE
Folegandros
Bliss out on Brac’s world famous Zlatni Rat beach
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FINISH Dubrovnik, Croatia 1
FINISH Athens, Greece
10 DAYS
START Split, Croatia
PHYSICAL
Route/Transport type
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ITINERARY
TRIP STYLE Original
Place of interest
DEPARTURE DATES
ACCOMMODATION Yacht (9 nts) KEY:
TRANSPORT Ocean Star 56 (yacht)
Elafiti Islands
Overnight stop
START Athens, Greece
MEALS For the ease of group meals, a contribution to a group kitty is strongly suggested. Allow EUR 100.
Korcula
Start/Finish
ITINERARY
INCLUSIONS
Brac
KEY:
Start/Finish
Overnight stop
Place of interest
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ITINERARY START Santorini, Greece
INCLUSIONS MEALS For the ease of group meals, a contribution to a group kitty is strongly suggested. Allow EUR 110.
FINISH Santorini, Greece
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GREECE
CROATIA
Sail through the Cyclades exploring secret islands
CRO AT I A
Adventure cruising C R OAT I A
BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA
Krka NP
Mostar Split Hvar, Croatia
Blagaj
Opuzen
Hvar
Trpanj
Korcula
Dubrovnik
8 DAYS
Croatia Coastal Cruising: Dubrovnik to Split DESTINATIONS
PHYSICAL
Drop anchor in the middle of port towns like Hvar or Korcula There’s nothing like diving into the aquamarine waters of the Dalmatian Coast
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Dubrovnik, Croatia (small cruise ship)
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Korcula, Croatia (small cruise ship)
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Trpanj, Croatia (small cruise ship)
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Opuzen, Croatia (small cruise ship) – Mostar, Blagaj, Bosnia & Herzegovina
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Hvar, Croatia (small cruise ship)
2
Split, Croatia (small cruise ship) – Krka NP
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Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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See Mostar’s iconic bridge and have the chance to chat with local craftsmen and metalworkers
INCLUSIONS
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Now you’ve had a taste, bite off a bit more of the Balkans with a land-based trip through Albania, Greece, Macedonia and Montenegro.
MEALS 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Dubrovnik to Athens – 15 days (ZMSM)
TRANSPORT M/Y Lupus Mare, boat, minibus
Continue your southeastern adventure on land. Visit intrepidtravel.com/europe for more options.
ACCOMMODATION Small cruise ship (7 nts)
DEPARTURE DATES Selected Fridays Enter ZSDS on intrepidtravel.com for exact dates.
Route/Transport type
FINISH Split, Croatia
Board a traditional vessel and sail up the spectacular Neretva River
Hot & dry 25-35ºC Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC Warm & wet 20-25ºC Cool 15-20ºC Cold & dry 0-15ºC Cold & wet 0-15ºC
Place of interest
START Dubrovnik, Croatia
WHY you’ll love it
WEATHER
Overnight stop
ITINERARY
Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia
MAX GROUP SIZE 31
Start/Finish
KEY:
TRIP CODE ZSDS TRIP STYLE Comfort
Split Dubrovnik Athens Santorini Istanbul
BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA, CROATIA
Want a bigger ship with more creature comforts? Our Adventure Cruises feature larger ships than our sailing trips without skipping on the essential small group experience. With us, cruising is all about the destination and less about the kitsch and conga lines you'll find on typical big ship cruises. Better still, we use smaller ships that allow us to stop at the little islands the big ships just can’t reach, exploring towns and learning the culture of a place from the locals. This is cruising, Intrepid-style.
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to/from Istanbul
TU R K E Y
Dubrovnik
TURKEY
Alberobello Bari Dhermi Matera Saranda Brindisi Corfu Butrint
Kekova
Kas
Fethiye, Turkey
Croatian Coast
Demre
Firnaz Bay Kalkan
10 DAYS Start/Finish
KEY:
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY START Istanbul, Turkey
Sami
Cruising the Adriatic Coast: Dubrovnik to Athens
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Istanbul (hotel) – Dalaman
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Fethiye (small cruise ship)
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Kayakoy (small cruise ship)
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Kas (small cruise ship)
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Kekova (small cruise ship)
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Demre (small cruise ship)
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Firnaz Bay (small cruise ship)
Visit the abandoned ghost town of Kayakoy on Gemiler Island
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Fethiye (small cruise ship)
Take a local ferry out to Perast’s distinctive church island
Pick up some cooking tips from a local in Kekova
1
Istanbul (hotel)
Head inland to the World Heritage-listed towns of Matera and Alberobello, known for their historical dwellings
DESTINATION
Turkey
TRIP CODE
ZSTB
MAX GROUP SIZE 38
TRIP STYLE Comfort PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it Explore the vibrant city of Istanbul with insider knowledge, thanks to your local leader
Enjoy frequent stops to swim off the back of your boat
INCLUSIONS
1
Albania, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Montenegro
TRIP CODE
ZSDA
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
PHYSICAL
ACCOMMODATION Small cruise ship (7 nts), hotel (2 nts),
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Dubrovnik, Croatia (small cruise ship)
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Kotor, Montenegro (small cruise ship)
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Bari, Italy (small cruise ship) – Alberobello, Matera, Brindisi
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Corfu, Greece (small cruise ship) – Dhermi, Saranda, Butrint, Albania
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Ithaki, Greece (small cruise ship) – Sami
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Itea, Greece (small cruise ship) – Delphi
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Aegina, Greece (small cruise ship)
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
Keep the Greek island exploration going by continuing to the Cyclades Islands of Syros, Mykonos, and Santorini.
Athens to Santorini – 8 days (ZMSE) Island-hop through Greece on a idyllic land-based itinerary.
ACCOMMODATION Small cruise ship (7 nts)
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Place of interest
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TRANSPORT M/Y Callisto, bus
Turkey Highlights – 8 days (ERSK)
Corinth Aegina
FINISH Athens, Greece
MEALS 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 6 dinners
Head inland for another side of Turkey and discover the caves of Cappadocia and the ruins of Ephesus.
Delphi Athens
START Dubrovnik, Croatia
INCLUSIONS
TRANSPORT Plane, M/S Grand Admiral, bus
Overnight stop
GREECE
ITINERARY
TRIP STYLE Comfort
Cruise through the Corinth Canal by daylight then explore the much-adored Greek islands
Start/Finish
KEY:
WHY you’ll love it
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
MEALS 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
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DESTINATIONS
MAX GROUP SIZE 34
FINISH Istanbul, Turkey
Itea
Ithaca/Ithaki
8 DAYS
Cruising the Turkish Coast
Kotor
ALBANIA
Fethiye Kayakoy
MONTENEGRO
ADRIATIC COAST
C R OAT I A
Dalaman
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Northern europe & russia ICELAND
The close-knit countries in Europe’s north have been moulded by centuries of ice and snow. The result is rugged landscapes filled with soaring castles, colourful villages and resilient people who can trace their roots far into the past. See Europe’s largest glacier in Iceland, visit kaleidoscopic churches in Russia, explore the wild coastline of Ireland, hike through the highlands in Scotland or discover untamed islands in Norway. Wherever you go, northern Europe holds some unforgettable experiences.
Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Iceland
8 DAYS
Iceland Discovery DESTINATION
Iceland
TRIP CODE
BMSI
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Lake Myvatn
Akureyri
Modrudalur Valley
Snaefellsnes
TRIP STYLE Original
East Fjords
ICELAND
PHYSICAL
Golden Circle Reykjavik
WHY you’ll love it
Jokulsarlon Skaftafell NP
Hvolsvollur Valley
Take part in a reforestation project with the locals on a remote farm
South Coast
Glide past icebergs on a boat tour of Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon Enjoy complimentary wi-fi on board your private minibus Consider hiking Europe’s biggest glacier in Skaftafell National Park Soak up the silence in southern Iceland’s grey sand desert
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY START Reykjavik, Iceland
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1
Reykjavik (guesthouse) – Golden Circle
MEALS 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners
1
Hvolsvollur Valley (guesthouse) – South Coast, Skaftafell NP
TRANSPORT Private minibus
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Jokulsarlon (guesthouse) – East Fjords
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Modrudalur Valley (guesthouse) – Lake Myvatn
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Akureyri (guesthouse)
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Snaefellsnes Peninsula (guesthouse)
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Reykjavik (guesthouse)
ACCOMMODATION Guesthouse (7 nts)
WEATHER Edinburgh Helsinki St Petersburg Reykjavik Oslo Krakow Dublin Tallinn Tromso Minsk
Start/Finish
KEY:
FINISH Reykjavik, Iceland
Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC Cool 15-20ºC Cold & dry 0-15ºC Cold & wet 0-15ºC Below freezing -0ºC
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ICELAND
ICELAND
Gulfoss, Iceland
Thingvellir National Park, Iceland
5 DAYS
6 DAYS
Iceland Express
Northern Lights Escape
DESTINATION
Iceland
TRIP CODE
BMRI
MAX GROUP SIZE 16
IC E L A N D Golden Circle
Reykjavik
TRIP STYLE Basix PHYSICAL
Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon Reynivellir
Hvolsvollur Myrdalsjokull Glacier
WHY you’ll love it Marvel at the walls of ice at Myrdalsjokull Glacier
Vik
BMSW
Golden Circle
Reykjavik
Vatnajokull Glacier Hvolsvollur
TRIP STYLE Original
Jokulsarlon
PHYSICAL
South Coast
Vik
WHY you’ll love it Take an included hike to Vatnajokull – Europe’s largest glacier
Walk past blue-white icebergs at the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon Explore fjords, glaciers, volcanoes, black sands and thermal springs
Start/Finish
KEY:
Enjoy complimentary wi-fi on board your private minibus
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
Reykjavik (guesthouse) – Golden Circle
MEALS 2 breakfasts
1
Hvolsvollur (guesthouse) – Myrdalsjokull Glacier, South Coast
TRANSPORT Private minibus
1
Reynivellir (guesthouse) – Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Vik
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Reykjavik (guesthouse)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (2 nts), guesthouse (3 nts)
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GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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1
Reykjavik (hotel) – Golden Circle
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Hvolsvollur (guesthouse) – South Coast
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Jokulsarlon (guesthouse) – Vatnajokull Glacier
1
Vik (guesthouse)
1
Reykjavik (hotel) FINISH Reykjavik, Iceland
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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Route/Transport type
START Reykjavik, Iceland
MEALS 5 breakfasts
FINISH Reykjavik, Iceland
Overnight stop
ITINERARY
Stay up late to see the northern sky dance with green light
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Start/Finish
KEY:
Discover Iceland’s fascinating history on a walk around Reykjavik
START Reykjavik, Iceland
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Follow the ‘Golden Circle’, visiting geothermal springs and geysers Drive along the island’s spectacular South Shore
ITINERARY
INCLUSIONS
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Iceland
TRIP CODE
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
South Coast
Perhaps visit the astonishing Lutheran church of Hallgrimskirkja
ACCOMMODATION Guesthouse (4 nts)
DESTINATION
ICELAND
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Glenfinnan Viaduct, Scotland
8 DAYS
10 DAYS
Northern & Southern Ireland DESTINATIONS
Ireland, United Kingdom
TRIP CODE
BMSA
MAX GROUP SIZE 8
Highlights of Scotland
Giant’s Causeway
N O RTH E R N IR E L A N D
Belfast
IR E L A N D Galway
Aran Islands
TRIP STYLE Original
Cliffs of Moher
PHYSICAL
Dublin Adare
Killarney
BMSS
Isle of Skye
Highlands Pitlochry
Glencoe
Glenfinnan Loch Lomond & Trossachs NP
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
Edinburgh
Glasgow
SCOTLAND
Learn the ropes of traditional Scottish whisky-making at a distillery
Scramble about the clustered pillars of the Giant’s Causeway
Start/Finish
KEY:
Explore the rugged coastline of the Aran Islands
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
INCLUSIONS MEALS 7 breakfasts
Belfast, Northern Ireland (hotel) – Giant’s Causeway
2
Galway, Ireland (hostel) – Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher, Adare
2
Killarney, Ireland (hotel) – Ring of Kerry
1
Dublin, Ireland (hotel)
MEALS 9 breakfasts
1
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, ferry, on foot
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (5 nts), hostel (2 nts)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (5 nights), hostel (4 nights)
DEPARTURE DATES
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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Place of interest
2
Glasgow (hotel)
1
Glencoe (hotel) – Loch Lomond & Trossachs NP
2
Isle of Skye (hostel) – Fort William
2
Pitlochry (hotel) – Loch Ness, Highlands
2
Edinburgh (hostel) FINISH Edinburgh, Scotland
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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START Glasgow, Scotland
INCLUSIONS
FINISH Dublin, Ireland
Overnight stop
ITINERARY
Soak up the sights of Edinburgh alongside an inspiring tour guide with a difference
2
Start/Finish
KEY:
Get your walking shoes on for an hike up the Ben Vrackie mountain
START Belfast, Northern Ireland
Revel in Dublin’s energetic nightlife
Stop by the Glenfinnan viaduct, made famous by the Hogwarts Express You’ve heard of Loch Ness, but discover other lochs and waterways
ITINERARY
Experience a sheep herding demonstration with a local shepherd and his border collie
Selected Saturdays Enter BMSA on intrepidtravel.com for exact dates.
Scotland
TRIP CODE
Loch Ness
WHY you’ll love it
Walk through the unspoilt natural wonders of the Ring of Kerry
TRANSPORT Train, private vehicle, ferry, public bus
DESTINATION
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Ring of Kerry
WHY you’ll love it
SCOTLAND
IRELAND, UNITED KINGDOM
Giant’s Causeway, Ireland
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FINLAND, NORWAY, SWEDEN
DENMARK, NORWAY, SWEDEN
Tromso Lofoten Islands
NORWAY
Norwegian Fjords
Overnight train
Trondheim Vrango Island
DESTINATIONS
Denmark, Norway, Sweden
TRIP CODE
AMSSC
Start/Finish
KEY:
Overnight stop
Stockholm
15 DAYS
Malmo
Copenhagen
Copenhagen to Northern Norway
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY START Copenhagen, Denmark
Scandinavia Explorer
KEY:
DESTINATIONS
Finland, Norway, Sweden
2
Oslo, Norway (hotel)
TRIP CODE
BMSH
2
Bergen, Norway (hotel)
2
Norwegian Fjords, Norway (cabin)
2
Lillehammer, Norway (hotel)
2
Swedish Lakes, Sweden (hotel)
3
Stockholm, Sweden (hotel, overnight ferry)
1
Helsinki, Finland (hotel)
3
Gothenburg, Sweden (pension) – Vrango Island
3
Oslo, Norway (hotel)
2
Trondheim, Norway (hotel, overnight train)
Explore the corners of Copenhagen like a local and hop on a bike
2
Lofoten Islands, Norway (hotel) – Bodo
Be charmed by Sweden’s tiny countryside villages
Don’t miss the pretty wooden houses of Gothenburg’s Haga district
2
Tromso, Norway (hotel)
Norway’s fjords feature some of the most stunning scenery on earth
FINISH Tromso, Norway
Discover Stockholm’s maritime history at the Vasa Museum
PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it Visit Trondheim, which translates as ‘a good place to live’ Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Lofoten Islands by kayak
1
Finish in Tromso, hundreds of kilometres north of the Arctic Circle
* This is a combo trip, see pages 16–21 for more information
Wind up your adventure in Helsinki for a Scandinavian culture binge
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ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts), cabin (2 nts), overnight ferry (1 nt)
From Helsinki to Rovaniemi, explore Finland’s Arctic wonderland like never before. Visit intrepidtravel.com/finland for more options.
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TRANSPORT Bus, metro, private vehicle, boat, overnight ferry, train
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DEPARTURE DATES
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MEALS 11 breakfasts
Northern Norway Explorer – 9 days (BMSN)
Place of interest
FINISH Helsinki, Finland
INCLUSIONS
A Taste of Scandinavia – 7 days (AMSD)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (10 nts), pension (3 nts), overnight train (1 nt)
PHYSICAL
Cruise past waterfalls and snow-capped peaks in the Naeroyfjord
Not enough time to do the full trip? Break it apart, by heading from Copenhagen to Oslo, or Oslo to Tromso.
TRANSPORT Train, public bus, overnight train, ferry, private vehicle
TRIP STYLE Original
WHY you’ll love it
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
INCLUSIONS MEALS 13 breakfasts
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Overnight stop
START Oslo, Norway
Copenhagen, Denmark (hotel) – Malmo
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Start/Finish
ITINERARY
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Helsinki
Swedish Lakes
Gothenburg
DENMARK
15 DAYS
Oslo
Stockholm, Sweden
Oslo
FINLAND
Lillehammer
Bergen
SWEDEN
Lofoten Islands, Norway
S WE D E N
N ORWAY
Bodo
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F I NLA ND
12 DAYS
E S T O NI A
Baltic Experience DESTINATIONS
Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania
TRIP CODE
BMSE
Helsinki Tallinn
Curonian Spit NP
LI T HUA NI A
PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it
Start/Finish
KEY:
Explore Tallin’s perfectly maintained medieval watchtowers
Overnight stop
11 DAYS
Sigulda
LATVIA
Siauliai
TRIP STYLE Original
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Gdansk, Poland
Riga Klaipeda
Aukstaitija NP Vilnius
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
Visit Latvia’s 13th-century Turaida Castle on a guided tour
START Helsinki, Finland
See the whimsical and ornate architecture of Riga’s Old Town Cycle along stunning beaches in Curonian Spit National Park Choose to relax in Aukstaitija National Park with a traditional sauna
INCLUSIONS MEALS 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
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Helsinki, Finland (hotel)
2
Tallinn, Estonia (hotel)
3
Riga, Latvia (hotel) – Sigulda, Siauliai
2
Klaipeda, Lithuania (guesthouse) – Curonian Spit NP
1
Aukstaitija National Park, Lithuania (homestay)
2
Vilnius, Lithuania (hotel) FINISH Vilnius, Lithuania
TRANSPORT Bus, ferry, canoe, minibus, train, tram
1
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts), guesthouse (2 nts), homestay (2 nts)
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DEPARTURE DATES
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DESTINATIONS
Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland
TRIP CODE
AMKG
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Tallinn
ESTONIA
Saaremaa
Riga
L AT V I A
LI T H U A N I A
TRIP STYLE Comfort
Malbork Castle
WHY you’ll love it Explore Gdansk’s old port during a boat cruise on the Baltic
Vilnius
Wolf’s Lair
Gdansk
PHYSICAL
Gizycko Masurian Lake District
POLAND
GER MAN Y
Enjoy a farmstay and home-cooked meal on the island of Saaremaa
Start/Finish
KEY:
Walk Tallinn’s Old Town’s impeccably preserved medieval wall
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
Unearth historical Vilnius on a tour of its cathedrals and churches
START Gdansk, Poland
Visit the central market in Riga, made out of old zeppelin hangars
2
Gdansk, Poland (hotel) – Malbork Castle, Wolf’s Lair
2
Gizycko, Poland (hotel) – Masurian Lake District
2
Vilnius, Lithuania (hotel)
MEALS 10 breakfasts, 1 dinner
2
Riga, Latvia (hotel)
TRANSPORT Boat, private minibus, taxi, public bus, ferry
1
Saaremaa, Estonia (farmstay)
1
Tallinn, Estonia (hotel)
INCLUSIONS
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (9 nts), farmstay (1 nt)
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Northern Poland & the Baltics
FINISH Tallinn, Estonia 1
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Cycle the Baltics – 11 days (BMXB)
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NORTHERN EUROPE
NORTHERN EUROPE
Helsinki, Finland
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RUSSIA
BELARUS
St Petersburg Novgorod Nesvizh Castle, Belarus
Moscow, Russia
9 DAYS
8 DAYS
Highlights of Belarus DESTINATION
Belarus
Minsk
TRIP CODE
WMSZ
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
TRIP STYLE Original
Brest
Step back in time in the Soviet time capsule that is Minsk
Stay in a traditional village with a local family
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
Spend the night inside Nesvizh Castle, a 16th-century masterpiece
INCLUSIONS MEALS 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners TRANSPORT Train, local bus, private vehicle, taxi, bicycle
2
Minsk (hotel) – Khatyn
1
Nesvizh (castle) – Mir
1
Brest (hotel)
2
Belovezhskaya Pushcha NP (village stay)
1
Grodno (hotel)
1
Minsk (hotel)
Start/Finish
KEY:
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY START Moscow, Russia 1
Moscow (hotel)
Visit the austere mausoleum of Lenin in Red Square
1
Suzdal (guesthouse)
Uncover the secrets of Russia’s oldest kremlin in Novgorod
2
Moscow (hotel, overnight sleeper train)
Encounter the legacy of Russian tsar Peter the Great while exploring the enigmatic streets, museums and palaces of St Petersburg
1
Novgorod (hotel)
2
St Petersburg (hotel)
Experience Russia by rail on both high-speed and overnight trains
FINISH St Petersburg, Russia 1
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INCLUSIONS
MEALS 6 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Russia Adventure – 11 days (WBSS)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (5 nts), overnight train (1 nt), guesthouse (1 nt)
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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TRANSPORT Private bus, public bus, overnight sleeper train, taxi, metro, high-speed train
FINISH Minsk, Belarus 1
WBSR
Share in traditional tastes and a hearty home-cooked meal, with a visit to the homes of our local friends in Suzdal and St Petersburg
START Minsk, Belarus
Marvel at Stalinist brutalist architecture from a bygone era
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (5 nts), village stay (2 nts), castle (1 nt)
Start/Finish
KEY:
Russia
TRIP CODE
WHY you’ll love it
Village Stay
WHY you’ll love it Embark on a bike ride in Belovezhskaya Pushcha National Park
DESTINATION
MAX GROUP SIZE 16
Nesvizh
Belovezhskaya Pushcha NP
PHYSICAL
BELARUS
Mir
Suzdal
Moscow
Russia Highlights
Khatyn
Grodno
RUSSIA
Russia to Kazakhstan Railway Adventure – 12 days (WBSC) Visit intrepidtravel.com/russia for more options.
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CHINA, MONGOLIA, RUSSIA
RUSSIA
Solovetsky Island, Russia
Traditional Russian dress
14 DAYS
St Petersburg Pereslavl-Zalessky Yaroslavl
20 DAYS
Russia Explorer DESTINATION
Russia
TRIP CODE
WBKR
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Trans-Mongolian Experience
Murmansk Teriberka
TRIP STYLE Comfort
Solovetsky Islands
St Petersburg
PHYSICAL
R U S S IA
WHY you’ll love it
Start/Finish
KEY:
Explore the Golden Ring towns of Yaroslavl, an ‘open air museum’
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
St Petersburg (hotel, overnight sleeper train)
3
Solovetsky Island (hotel, overnight sleeper train) – Bolshoy Zayatsky Island
TRANSPORT Plane, overnight sleeper train, private bus, public bus, taxi, metro
2
Murmansk (hotel) – Teriberka
2
Yaroslavl (hotel)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (11 nts), overnight train (2 nts)
2
Moscow (hotel)
Climb aboard and discover Russia, Mongolia and China on one of the world’s greatest and most epic journeys Live life on the shores of magnificent Lake Baikal in a Siberian village
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (10 nts), overnight sleeper train (6 nts), homestay (2 nts), ger camp (1 nt)
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Overnight stop
Place of interest
2
St Petersburg, Russia (hotel)
3
Moscow, Russia (hotel)
1
Yaroslavl, Russia (hotel)
4
Trans-Siberian Railway (overnight sleeper train)
2
Lake Baikal, Russia (homestay)
1
Irkutsk, Russia (hotel)
1
Trans Mongolian Railway Train (overnight sleeper train)
1
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (hotel)
1
Terelj NP, Mongolia (ger camp)
2
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (hotel, overnight sleeper train)
1
Beijing, China (hotel) FINISH Beijing, China
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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Route/Transport type
START St Petersburg, Russia
TRANSPORT Overnight train, private bus, public bus, metro, taxi
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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Start/Finish
ITINERARY
MEALS 13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
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PHYSICAL
INCLUSIONS
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
Beijing
TRIP STYLE Original
Finish up in bustling Beijing, where China’s past and present unite
FINISH Moscow, Russia 1
CHINA
Stay in the Mongolian wilderness local-style with an overnight in a tourist ger camp
4
MEALS 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches
WBSB
Lake Baikal
M ON GOL I A
Visit the golden ring town of Pereslavl Zalessky
START St Petersburg, Russia
INCLUSIONS
TRIP CODE
Trans-Siberian Railway
Ger Camp Trans-Mongolian Railway Ulaanbaatar
WHY you’ll love it
Learn some Russian games with a local family in St Petersburg Venture to ‘the end of the world’ and the deserted town of Teriberka
China, Mongolia, Russia
RUSSIA Irkutsk
KEY:
Moscow
Visit the Solovetsky Islands, location of one of the first gulags
DESTINATIONS
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Yaroslavl
Cover immense distances and travel deep into the culture of Russia
Moscow
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Turkey & the south caucasus
Istanbul
TURKEY
Bursa
Goreme Cappadocia
Pamukkale Selcuk Ephesus Antalya Fethiye Kekova Kayakoy Kas
Bursa, Turkey
Konya
TURKEY
Travellers who seek something different are sure to find it at the crossroads of Asia and Europe. From the honeycomb caves and fairy chimneys of Goreme to the LED-covered skyscrapers that tower over Soviet-era blocks in Baku, the bold are rewarded with unforgettable experiences in Turkey and the South Caucasus.
15 DAYS
Best of Turkey DESTINATION
Turkey
TRIP CODE
ERSI
Start/Finish
KEY:
Overnight stop
Place of interest
ITINERARY START Istanbul, Turkey
TRIP STYLE Original
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Istanbul (hotel)
PHYSICAL
1
Bursa (hotel)
2
Selcuk (hotel)
1
Pamukkale (hotel)
Be mesmerised by the rituals of the devout Whirling Dervishes
2
Kayakoy (hotel)
Paddle through the magical healing hot springs at Pamukkale
2
Kas (hotel or overnight boat)
Trek along the ancient trail of the Lycian Way to a turquoise lagoon
1
Antalya (hotel)
Set sail on the Mediterranean and hike to a knight’s castle
1
Konya (hotel)
See the unique rock formations and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia
3
Goreme (hotel) – Cappadocia
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Route/Transport type
WHY you’ll love it
INCLUSIONS MEALS 14 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
FINISH Istanbul, Turkey 1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
TRANSPORT Plane, private bus, public bus, train, dolmus, gulet
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ACCOMMODATION Hotel (12 nts), hotel or overnight boat (2 nts)
Turkey: Hike, Bike & Kayak – 12 days See Turkey from a different perspective.
WEATHER Istanbul Antalya Cappadocia Tbilisi Baku Yerevan
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Istanbul
T URK E Y
Istanbul Gallipoli
Goreme Cappadocia
Canakkale Ephesus
Pamukkale Antalya
Fethiye
Istanbul, Turkey
Adiyaman
Kahta
Oludeniz Blue Lagoon
Turkey Explored DESTINATION
Turkey
TRIP CODE
ERRTC
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
START Istanbul, Turkey
PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it Explore the continent-straddling metropolis of Istanbul Reflect on battles fought and lives lost with a moving visit to Gallipoli Hike into the Valley of Love and be wowed by spires and pinnacles Be lured by the sapphire waters of the Mediterranean in Antalya Meet eyes with the colossal stone heads that sit atop Mount Nemrut
INCLUSIONS MEALS 17 breakfasts, 2 dinners
2
Istanbul (hotel)
1
Canakkale (pension) – Gallipoli
2
Selcuk (hotel)
1
Pamukkale (hotel)
1
Fethiye (hotel)
1
Southern Coast (overnight boat) – Kekova
2
Antalya (hotel)
1
Konya (hotel)
2
Goreme (hotel) – Cappadocia
1
Darende (hotel)
2
Kahta (homestay, pension)
1
Istanbul (hotel) FINISH Istanbul, Turkey
TRANSPORT Plane, public bus, private bus, train, gulet
1
ACCOMMODATION
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
* This is a combo trip, see pages 16–21 for more information
Hotel (13 nts), pension (2 nts), homestay (1 nt), overnight boat (1 nt)
DEPARTURE DATES
Overnight stop
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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Ephesus
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Start/Finish
KEY:
Turkey Encompassed
Overnight stop
Place of interest
START Istanbul, Turkey Istanbul (hotel)
1
Beypazari (hotel)
3
Goreme (hotel) – Cappadocia
TRIP STYLE Comfort
1
Konya (hotel)
PHYSICAL
1
Antalya (hotel)
2
Kas (hotel)
1
Pamukkale (hotel)
Pay your respects to the fallen at Gallipoli – a moving experience
2
Selcuk (hotel)
Bliss out on the Mediterranean, and discover true turquoise waters
1
Canakkale (hotel)
Discover what lies beneath the fascinating geography of Cappadocia
1
Istanbul (hotel) – Gallipoli
Turkey ERKT
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
1
TRIP CODE
Konya
Antalya
R
DESTINATION
Goreme Cappadocia
Pamukkale
R
WHY you’ll love it
Enjoy some traditional cooking in a local home and on a gulet in Kekova Spend a night in an Ottoman Village and visit a living museum
FINISH Istanbul, Turkey 1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
INCLUSIONS
MEALS 14 breakfasts, 3 lunches
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Short on time? Explore the wonders of Turkey in fewer days, with no shortage of action-packed adventures.
TRANSPORT Private bus, boat
Turkey Highlights – 8 days (ERSK)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (14 nts)
This journey packs a mighty punch in just eight days. Visit intrepidtravel.com/turkey for more options.
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15 DAYS
ITINERARY
TRIP STYLE Basix
MAX GROUP SIZE 16
Start/Finish
KEY:
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Kahta Homestay
Southern Coast Sailing
18 DAYS
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TURKEY
TURKEY
Konya
Selcuk
Mt Nemrut Darende M
Beypazari
Gallipoli Canakkale
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ARMENIA, GEORGIA
TURKEY
Stepantsminda Telavi Kondoli Gudauri Mtskheta-Mtianeti Goreme, Turkey
Local cuisine, Tbilisi, Georgia
GE OR GI A
ARMENIA
10 DAYS
10 DAYS
Turkey Real Food Adventure
Armenia & Georgia Real Food Adventure
DESTINATION
Turkey
TRIP CODE
ERZZ
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Istanbul
TU R K E Y Goreme Cappadocia
Izmir
TRIP STYLE Original
Overnight Train
Selcuk
PHYSICAL
Konya
Bodrum
WHY you’ll love it Forage in the field around Bodrum for local produce
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
Armenia, Georgia
TRIP CODE
KFZG
INCLUSIONS MEALS 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners
2
Istanbul (hotel)
2
Bodrum (hotel)
2
Selcuk (hotel, overnight sleeper train)
3
Goreme (hotel) – Cappadocia
WHY you’ll love it
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Yerevan, Armenia (hotel) – Echmiadzin, Geghard Monestary
2
Tbilisi, Georgia (hotel) – Sighnaghi, Kondoli
1
Telavi, Georgia (hotel)
2
Gudauri, Georgia (hotel) – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Stepantsminda
1
Tbilisi, Georgia (hotel) FINISH Tbilisi, Georgia
1
apr
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INCLUSIONS
may
jun
jul
aug
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oct
nov
dec
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
Want to get active in the Caucasus? Discover Armenia and why it’s tipped to be the next world-class hiking destination.
MEALS 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
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3
Discover the World Heritage-listed church and cathedral in Mtskheta
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
feb
Route/Transport type
START Yerevan, Armenia
Armenia Caucasus Trekking Adventure – 8 days (KFBE)
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, public bus
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Place of interest
ITINERARY
Get on an active adventure through untouched Armenia. Visit intrepidtravel.com/armenia for more options.
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (9 nts)
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Overnight stop
Tour the vibrant alleyways and eateries of Tbilisi’s markets
FINISH Istanbul, Turkey 1
Start/Finish
KEY:
PHYSICAL
Cook regional specialities with local families in their homes
Geghard Monastery Yerevan
TRIP STYLE Original
Learn how to make delicious khinkali and khachapuri
START Istanbul, Turkey
Learn to prepare (and eat!) home-cooked Central Anatolian cuisine
Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin
Visit a distillery to taste legendary Armenian brandy at the source
ITINERARY
Stay with a local family in the hills of Ortahisar
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (8 nts), overnight sleeper train (1 nt)
Start/Finish
KEY:
Prepare Turkish specialities like manti, tatli and gozleme
TRANSPORT Plane, dolmus, train, public bus, overnight train
DESTINATIONS
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Head straight for the best spots in Istanbul with your local guide
Sighnaghi
Tbilisi
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GEORGIA
Old Town, Tbilisi, Georgia
Mtskheta Kutaisi
Batumi
11 DAYS
Georgia
TRIP CODE
KFSG
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Start/Finish
KEY:
Tbilisi
TRIP STYLE Original
Take a guided tour of fascinating Tbilisi, meandering through alleys and lanes, get a bird’s-eye view from the Narikala Fortress Journey to the Svaneti region, an alluring land of snow-capped peaks Find medieval tower-houses and Svaneti’s fascinating local dialect Get active on hikes to Georgia’s Shkhara glacier Learn the art of preparing kubdari during a cooking demonstration
Gelati Monastery
Place of interest
10 DAYS
Route/Transport type
Highlights of Azerbaijan & Georgia
Start/Finish
KEY:
Kutaisi (guesthouse) – Mtskheta
DESTINATIONS
Azerbaijan, Georgia
2
Mestia (guesthouse)
TRIP CODE
KFSB
1
Ushguli (guesthouse)
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
1
Mestia (guesthouse)
2
Batumi (hotel)
1
Tbilisi (hotel)
Enjoy a guided walking tour around Baku’s historic Old Town
FINISH Tbilisi, Georgia
Explore the volcanoes, mosques, forests and peaks of the Caucasus
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
Eat lunch with a local family sampling food, wine and ‘chacha’
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it
Qobustan
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
2
Baku, Azerbaijan (hotel) – Gobustan
1
Lahij, Azerbaijan (guesthouse) – Caucasus Mountains
2
Sheki, Azerbaijan (hotel) – Nidj, Kish
1
Telavi, Georgia (guesthouse)
2
Gudauri, Georgia (hotel)
1
Tbilisi, Georgia (hotel) FINISH Tbilisi, Georgia
1
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Hike through lush valleys and woodlands to Gergeti Trinity Church
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Discover Georgia & Turkey – 18 days (ERKFC) Trek Cappadocia, taste wine in Georgia and feast on kebab. Visit intrepidtravel.com/europe for more options.
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START Baku, Azerbaijan
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ACCOMMODATION Hotel (5 nts), guesthouse (5 nts)
Nidj
ITINERARY
Discover the capital of Georgia, the ever-beautiful Tbilisi
TRANSPORT Private vehicle
Absheron Peninsula Lahic
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Tbilisi (hotel)
MEALS 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners
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Sheki
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START Tbilisi, Georgia
WHY you’ll love it
Tbilisi
Taqiya cap, Baku, Azerbaijan
ITINERARY
PHYSICAL
INCLUSIONS
Overnight stop
Lagodekhi Kish
Gudauri
Georgia Adventure DESTINATION
Kvareli
Ushguli
Mestia
G E O RG I A
Stepantsminda
Shkhara
AZERBAIJAN, GEORGIA
Lakhiri
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Want to discover the Caucaus in comfort? Check out our adventure through this region, up into Armenia.
MEALS 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
Georgia & Armenia Adventure – 11 days (KFKE)
TRANSPORT Private bus
Discover the mountains and monasteries of Georgia and Armenia on this 11-day adventure.
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts), guesthouse (2 nts)
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morocco, EGYPT & THE MIDDLE EAST What links these destinations together? It’s the exhilarating feeling of getting more than you bargained for. You’ll discover it in the company of your Berber hosts in the High Atlas Mountains and feel it among the crowded bazaars and aromatic souqs of downtown Amman. It’s obvious in every mouthful of slow-roasted lamb in Marrakech and each beer you drink in a Jerusalem laneway bar. There’s more to these places than meets the eye, even when what meets the eye – towering minarets, the Pyramids of Giza, the pink-hued columns of Petra – is spectacular.
WEATHER Marrakech Fes Essaouira Casablanca Sahara Aroumd Chefchaouen Cairo Luxor Petra Amman Tel Aviv Jerusalem Tehran
Very hot & dry 35ºC+ Hot & dry 25-35ºC Pleasantly warm 20-30ºC Warm & wet 20-25ºC Cool 15-20ºC Cold & dry 0-15ºC Cold & wet 0-20ºC
MOROCCO
Sahara, Morocco
15 DAYS
Best of Morocco DESTINATION
Morocco
TRIP CODE
XMSC
MAX GROUP SIZE 16
Fes
Volubilis
Rabat Casablanca
Meknes
M O RO CCO Midelt
Essaouira
TRIP STYLE Original
Marrakech
PHYSICAL High Atlas Mountains
WHY you’ll love it
Todra Gorge
Aroumd
Ait Benhaddou
Sahara Camp
Travel back in time in the labyrinthine medina of Fes Start/Finish
Stay with a Berber family in the High Atlas Mountains
KEY:
Sit astride a camel and head into the dunes of the Sahara
ITINERARY
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
START Casablanca, Morocco
Kick back and munch fresh seafood on the waterfront in Essaouira Feast on a street food dinner in Marrakech’s lively Djemaa el-Fna
INCLUSIONS MEALS 14 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners
1
Casablanca (hotel)
1
Meknes (hotel) – Rabat
2
Fes (hotel) – Volubilis
1
Midelt (guesthouse)
1
Sahara Camp (desert camp)
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, camel, public bus, taxi
2
Todra Gorge (hotel)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (10 nts), guesthouse (2 nts), desert camp (1 nt), gite (1 nt)
1
Ait Benhaddou (guesthouse)
1
Aroumd (gite)
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Essaouira (hotel)
2
Marrakech (hotel) FINISH Marrakech, Morocco
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Tangier Rabat
Chefchaouen
Casablanca
Fes Moulay Idriss/Volubilis
Marrakech Essaouira MOROCCO
Taroudant High Atlas Mountains
Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca, Morocco
18 DAYS
Morocco
TRIP CODE
XMSQC
MAX GROUP SIZE 16
Start/Finish
KEY:
Morocco Encompassed DESTINATION
Aroumd
Ait Benhaddou Zagora Sahara Camp
Overnight stop
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
Scale the High Atlas Mountains and trek through Berber villages
1
Casablanca (hotel)
1
Moulay Idriss (homestay) – Rabat
2
Fes (hotel) – Volubilis
2
Chefchaouen (hotel)
1
Tangier (overnight train)
2
Marrakech (hotel)
1
Aroumd (gite)
1
Ait Benhaddou (hotel)
1
Sample Moroccan delicacies and rub shoulders with the locals in Marrakech’s largest outdoor food market: Djemaa el-Fna
Zagora (hotel)
1
Sahara Camp (desert camp)
Munch on a camel burger in Meknes
1
Taroudant (riad)
2
Essaouira (riad)
1
Marrakech (hotel)
INCLUSIONS
FINISH Marrakech, Morocco
MEALS 16 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
1
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, overnight train, train, 4WD, taxi, public bus, camel
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ACCOMMODATION Hotel (10 nts), riad (3 nts), homestay (1 nt), overnight train (1 nt), gite (1 nt), desert camp (1 nt)
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Route/Transport type
START Casablanca, Morocco
Experience a homestay with a local family in Moulay Idriss
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ITINERARY
WHY you’ll love it
jan
MOROCCO
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MOROCCO
Chefchaouen, Morocco
13 DAYS
Morocco Uncovered DESTINATION
Morocco
TRIP CODE
XMKC
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Chefchaouen
Volubilis Rabat Casablanca
Meknes
Fes
MOROCCO
Midelt
Todra Gorge Marrakech
Sahara Camp
Ait Benhaddou
M’Goun Valley
TRIP STYLE Comfort PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it
Start/Finish
KEY:
Spend the night camping under North African stars in the Sahara
Overnight stop
Place of interest
ITINERARY
Admire Morocco’s landscapes from a private, air-conditioned minivan
START Casablanca, Morocco
Explore the fortified red city of Ait Benhaddou
1
Casablanca (hotel)
Visit the grand Mosque of Hassan II in Casablanca
1
Meknes (hotel) – Rabat
Hike the untouched backcountry of the M’Goun Valley
1
Chefchaouen (riad) – Volubilis
2
Fes (hotel)
1
Midelt (hotel)
1
Sahara Camp (desert camp)
2
M'Goun Valley (gite) – Todra Gorge
1
Ait Benhaddou (guesthouse)
2
Marrakech (riad)
INCLUSIONS MEALS 12 breakfasts, 5 dinners TRANSPORT Private vehicle, camel, taxi ACCOMMODATION Hotel (5 nts), riad (3 nts), gite (2 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), desert camp (1 nt)
FINISH Marrakech, Morocco 1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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MOROCCO
Tajine, Morocco
Chefchaouen
12 DAYS
Moulay Idriss Meknes
Morocco Real Food Adventure DESTINATION
Morocco
TRIP CODE
XMZF
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Fes
Casablanca
MOROCCO
Midelt
Marrakech Sahara Camp
M’Goun Valley
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it
Start/Finish
KEY:
Enjoy a home-cooked dinner with a family in Chefchaouen
Overnight stop
Place of interest
ITINERARY
Share a meal with your Berber host family in the High Atlas Mountains
START Casablanca, Morocco
Watch ras el hanout being freshly ground in a Marrakech spice souk
1
Casablanca
Eat mechoui (slow-roasted lamb) cooked in a earth oven
1
Moulay Idriss (guesthouse) – Meknes
Breakfast on khobz filled with eggs, salt and spices
1
Chefchaouen (hotel)
2
Fes (hotel)
1
Midelt (hotel)
1
Sahara Camp (desert camp)
2
M'Goun Valley (gite)
2
Marrakech (hotel)
INCLUSIONS MEALS 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 8 dinners TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train, taxi ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts), gite (2 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), desert camp (1 nt)
FINISH Marrakech, Morocco 1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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Tangier Chefchaouen MOROCCO
Fes
MOROCCO
Midelt
Marrakech, Morocco
Marrakech
Mountain Stay Sahara Camp
Ait Benhaddou
14 DAYS
Todra Gorge
Cycle Morocco DESTINATION
Morocco
TRIP CODE
XMXC
Overnight stop
Place of interest
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ITINERARY
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MAX GROUP SIZE 16
Start/Finish
KEY:
START Marrakech, Morocco
PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it Take a cycling tour through mountains, deserts and ancient cities Ride both bikes and camels in the Sahara to a starlit nomad camp Cycle through landscapes that shaped Moroccan history Explore the chaotic mother of all medieval medinas in Fes End rewarding days in the saddle with Moroccan feasts
INCLUSIONS MEALS 12 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
2
Marrakech (hotel, overnight train)
1
Tangier (hotel)
2
Chefchaouen (hotel)
2
Fes (hotel)
1
Midelt (hotel)
1
Sahara Camp (desert camp)
1
Todra Gorge (hotel)
1
Mountain Stay (gite) – Dades Gorge
1
Ait Benhaddou (hotel)
1
Marrakech (hotel) – Tizi n’Tichka FINISH Marrakech, Morocco
1
TRANSPORT Bicycle, support vehicle, train, camel
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
* This trip includes the option to hire an e-bike
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (10 nts), overnight train (1 nt), desert camp (1 nt), gite (1 nt)
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Mount Toubkal Trek – 7 days (XMXO)
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EGYPT
Cairo Nile felucca, Egypt
8 DAYS
Luxor
Egypt Adventure DESTINATION
Egypt
TRIP CODE
XESB
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Nile Felucca
EGYPT
Aswan
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL Start/Finish
KEY:
WHY you’ll love it
Overnight stop
START Cairo, Egypt
Dine with locals in Aswan and Luxor
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Cairo (hotel, overnight train)
Cruise the Nile on a felucca sailing adventure
2
Aswan (hotel)
Discover Karnak Temple, the largest religious building in history
1
The Nile (felucca)
Visit the burial chambers of the Pharaohs in the Valley of Kings
2
Luxor (hotel, overnight train)
MEALS 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY
Visit the Pyramids, the Great Sphinx and more with an expert guide
INCLUSIONS
Place of interest
FINISH Cairo, Egypt 1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, overnight train, felucca
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Looking for a bit more comfort? Why not discover the best of Egypt in style on this eight-day express journey.
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (4 nts), overnight train (2 nts), felucca (1 nt)
Express Egypt – 8 days (XECE) Tour the pyramids, cruise the Nile and uncover Egypt’s secrets. Visit intrepidtravel.com/egypt for more options.
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Alexandria Cairo
EGYPT EGYPT
Luxor
Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Egypt
Nile Cruise Aswan
Abu Simbel
12 DAYS
Egypt Experience Start/Finish
KEY:
DESTINATION
Egypt
TRIP CODE
XEKI
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Overnight stop
Place of interest
ITINERARY
TRIP STYLE Comfort PHYSICAL
START Cairo, Egypt 2
Cairo (hotel)
2
Alexandria (hotel, overnight train)
Cruise along the Nile, one of the world’s most iconic rivers
1
Aswan (hotel) – Abu Simbel
Explore the marvels, mythology and mystery of Ancient Egypt
3
The Nile (cruise ship)
Lose yourself in the colours and aromas of the Khan al-Khalili Bazaar
2
Luxor (hotel)
Stand at the feet of Abu Simbel’s monumental temples
1
Cairo (hotel)
WHY you’ll love it
FINISH Cairo, Egypt
Seek out the riches of Tutankhamun
INCLUSIONS
Route/Transport type
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
MEALS 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners
TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, overnight sleeper train, cruise ship
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ACCOMMODATION Hotel (7 nts), cruise ship (3 nts), overnight train (1 nt)
Explore Egypt & Jordan – 19 days (XEKJC) Classic Jordan, Israel & the Palestinian Territories – 15 days (ELCIC) Visit intrepidtravel.com/middle-east for more options.
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Madaba Amman Petra
Cairo EGYPT, JORDAN
Luxor
EGYPT
Cairo, Egypt
J O RDA N Wadi Rum
Nile Felucca Aswan
15 DAYS
Discover Egypt & Jordan
Start/Finish
KEY:
Overnight stop
Place of interest
ITINERARY START Cairo, Egypt 2
Cairo, Egypt (hotel, overnight train)
2
Aswan, Egypt (hotel)
TRIP STYLE Original
1
The Nile, Egypt (felucca)
PHYSICAL
2
Luxor, Egypt (hotel, overnight train)
1
Amman, Jordan (hotel)
2
Wadi Rum, Jordan (desert camp)
See the grand burial sites of the pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings
2
Petra, Jordan (hotel)
Experience Nubian hospitality with a home-cooked meal
2
Madaba, Jordan (hotel) – Jerash
DESTINATIONS
Egypt, Jordan
TRIP CODE
XESPC
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
WHY you’ll love it
FINISH Madaba, Jordan
Spend two nights under the stars at a Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum Check out the pink, rock-cut tombs of the ancient city of Petra Float in the saline waters of the Dead Sea
Route/Transport type
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
* This is a combo trip, see pages 16–21 for more information
INCLUSIONS
MEALS 14 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners
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Wanting a touch of luxe? Maximise your ability to relax on a Comfort-style trip through the Middle East.
TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, felucca, 4WD, overnight train
Classic Egypt and Jordan – 16 days (XECBC)
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (9 nts), desert camp (2 nts), overnight train (2 nts), felucca (1 nt)
Travel in style through Cairo, Amman, Petra, and to Madaba. Visit intrepidtravel.com/middle-east for more options.
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Jerash JORDAN
Amman Madaba
Petra, Jordan
Dead Sea
J O RDA N
8 DAYS Petra
Jordan Discovery DESTINATION
Jordan
TRIP CODE
ELKD
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Wadi Rum
Aqaba
TRIP STYLE Comfort Start/Finish
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PHYSICAL
Overnight stop
Place of interest
ITINERARY
WHY you’ll love it
START Amman, Jordan
Be awed by the towering, windswept rock formations at Wadi Rum
1
Amman (hotel)
Get to know your Bedouin hosts and their way of life on a camp-out
1
Wadi Rum (desert camp)
Spend a day taking in the majesty and mystery of Petra
1
Aqaba (hotel)
Explore the ancient Roman ruins of Jerash
2
Petra (hotel)
Discover Shobak – an isolated hilltop crusader castle
2
Amman (hotel) – Jerash, Dead Sea, Madaba
INCLUSIONS MEALS 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Route/Transport type
FINISH Amman, Jordan 1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
TRANSPORT Jeep, private vehicle
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Explore the surreal landscapes of Jordan from the saddle, feeling the desert winds and the cool breeze of the mountains.
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (6 nts), desert camp (1 nt)
Cycle Jordan (Petra & Wadi Rum) – 9 days (EEXC) Pedal through the cities, villages and ruins of majestic Jordan. Visit intrepidtravel.com/jordan for more options.
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Amman Cairo
Alexandria
EGYPT, JORDAN
EGYPT
Petra J O RDA N Wadi Rum Nuweiba Dahab Hurghada Luxor Nile Felucca
Aswan
Wadi Rum, Jordan Start/Finish
KEY:
22 DAYS
Overnight stop
Place of interest
ITINERARY
Jordan & Egypt Uncovered
START Amman, Jordan 1
Amman, Jordan (hotel)
2
Petra, Jordan (hotel)
1
Wadi Rum, Jordan (desert camp)
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Nuweiba, Egypt (hotel)
TRIP STYLE Basix
2
Dahab, Egypt (hotel)
PHYSICAL
2
Cairo, Egypt (hotel, overnight train)
2
Aswan, Egypt (hotel)
1
West Bank, Egypt (homestay)
Hop in a jeep and experience the desert scenery of Wadi Rum
1
The Nile, Egypt (felucca)
Sleep under the stars and meet Bedouin locals in a desert camp
2
Luxor, Egypt (hotel)
Chill out in Dahab, a village on the coast of the Red Sea
2
Hurghada, Egypt (hotel)
Visit the Pyramids, the Great Sphinx and more with an expert guide
1
Cairo, Egypt (hotel)
2
Alexandria, Egypt (hotel)
1
Cairo, Egypt (hotel)
DESTINATIONS
Egypt, Jordan
TRIP CODE
EERCC
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Route/Transport type
WHY you’ll love it
INCLUSIONS
FINISH Cairo, Egypt
MEALS 20 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners
1
TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, overnight train, ferry, 4WD, felucca, bus
* This is a combo trip, see pages 16–21 for more information
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (17 nts), desert camp (1 nt), homestay (1 nt), overnight train (1 nt), felucca (1 nt)
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Jordan & Egypt Express – 9 days (EERJ)
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Western Wall, Jerusalem, Israel & the Palestinian Territories
Egypt, Jordan, Israel & the Palestinian Territories
EGYPT
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
Aswan
Start/Finish
KEY:
Overnight stop
Place of interest
Route/Transport type
ITINERARY START Cairo, Egypt
TRIP STYLE Original PHYSICAL
WHY you’ll love it Explore the marvels, mythology and mystery of Ancient Egypt Spend two nights under the stars at a Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum Discover the sights, sounds and tastes of Jerusalem’s Old City
INCLUSIONS MEALS 21 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners TRANSPORT Plane, private vehicle, overnight train, felucca, 4WD, ferry ACCOMMODATION Hotel (15 nts), desert camp (2 nts), overnight train (2 nts), felucca (1 nt), eco-lodge (1 nt)
Luxor Nile Felucca
DESTINATIONS Egypt, Israel and the Palestinian Territories, Jordan XESIC
Madaba Amman Dead Sea Petra Wadi Rum
Jerusalem Bethlehem Cairo Masada
22 DAYS
TRIP CODE
EGYPT, ISRAEL & THE PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES, JORDAN
JORDAN I S RA E L & T HE Haifa Nazareth Tiberias PA LE S T I NI A N Tel Aviv Jericho T E RRI TO RI E S
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Cairo, Egypt (hotel, overnight train)
2
Aswan, Egypt (hotel)
1
The Nile, Egypt (felucca)
2
Luxor, Egypt (hotel, overnight train)
1
Amman, Jordan (hotel)
2
Wadi Rum, Jordan (desert camp)
2
Petra, Jordan (hotel)
2
Madaba, Jordan (hotel) – Jerash
3
Jerusalem, Israel & the Palestinian Territories (hotel)
1
Jericho, Israel & the Palestinian Territories (eco-lodge)
2
Haifa, Israel & the Palestinian Territories (hotel)
1
Tel Aviv, Israel & the Palestinian Territories (hotel) FINISH Tel Aviv, Israel & the Palestinian Territories
1
Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
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Tehran
IR A N
Kashan Yazd
Esfahan Izadkhast Nomad Homestay IRAN
Shiraz
Zein-o-din Caravanserai Abarkooh Persepolis
Shiraz, Iran
14 DAYS
Start/Finish
KEY:
Iran Adventure
Overnight stop
Place of interest
ITINERARY START Tehran, Iran 1
Tehran (hotel)
TRIP STYLE Original
2
Yazd (hotel)
PHYSICAL
1
Zein-o-din Caravanserai (guesthouse)
2
Shiraz (hotel)
1
Nomad Homestay (homestay)
Discover Iranian hospitality during a homestay with a Qashqai family
1
Izadkhast (eco-lodge)
Visit the Golestan Palace – an opulent masterpiece of the Qajar era
3
Esfahan (hotel)
Explore rich history told in ancient ruins like Persepolis
1
Kashan (hotel)
Spend a unique evening in a classic 16th-century caravanserai
1
Tehran (hotel)
DESTINATION
Iran
TRIP CODE
HPSN
MAX GROUP SIZE 12
WHY you’ll love it
FINISH Tehran, Iran
See breathtaking architecture, from mosques to minarets
INCLUSIONS
Route/Transport type
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Nights spent. Location (accommodation style) – Place of interest
MEALS 13 breakfasts, 4 dinners
TRANSPORT Private vehicle, train
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We want you to do Iran right. That’s why we’ve created plenty of ways to travel this incredible country – from shorter tours to women-only expeditions.
ACCOMMODATION Hotel (10 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), homestay (1 nt), eco-lodge (1 nt)
Iran: Women’s Expedition – 12 day (HPSF) Iran Express – 9 days (HPSW) Visit intrepidtravel.com/iran for more options.
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