Intrepid UK Trips

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Cycle the Peak District

Cycle and escape in one of the UK's most dramatic landscapes! Cycle through Britain’s first National Park and explore the forested hills, sprawling heather moors and jagged rock formations that make the Peak District so truly spectacular. This four-day Intrepid Cycling experience offers a comfortable yet active way to get away from it all. Base yourself in the charming country town of Castleton and cycle your way over the scenic Winnats Pass, past the idyllic Laybower Reservoir and the National Trust Longshaw Estate, with ample time to meet the locals and discover friendly local pubs along the way. A countryside cycling escape awaits. Available 2021 Dates: • 9 – 12 July (4 places left!) • 20 July – 2 Aug • 13 – 16 Aug • 10 – 13 Sep • 1 – 4 Oct (More dates available in 2022) What's Included? Meals: 3 breakfasts Transport: Bicycle Accommodation: Guesthouse/ Inn (3 nights) Other Information: Max Group Size: 12 Min Age: 15 (No Max) Physical Rating: 3/5 Priced From Only: GBP: £567pp | Dep: £49pp *Price above based on twin/ double share. Solo travellers have the option to share with someone of the same gender. For those wanting their own room, a small single supplement of £180 is available. Read More: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/uk/united-kingdom/peak-district-cycling-retreatcasterton-133689




Walk the Peak District

Escape to the country of deep dales and walking trails with Intrepid! Take a break to Britain’s first national park and explore its forested valleys and small stone villages threaded by walking trails. This three-day Intrepid Walking Retreat experience offers a comfortable yet active way to getaway from it all. Base yourself in the quintessential country town of Castleton and walk your way to the scenic villages of Bamford and Bakewell, dropping into friendly local pubs and discovering more about the local communities, all while surrounded by iconic backdrop of rolling green hills backed by steep peaks. An Intrepid countryside escape awaits. Available 2021 Dates: • 28 – 30 July • 11 – 13 Aug • 27 – 29 Aug • 8 – 10 Sep • 17 – 19 Sep • 29 Sep – 1 Oct • 8 – 10 Oct • 20 – 22 Oct (More dates available in 2022) What's Included? Meals: 2 breakfasts Transport: Walk, Taxi, Public bus Accommodation: Original style bed & breakfast (2 nights) Included Activities: • Bamford - Hope Valley & Village Walk • Bamford - Local Beer Tasting (Intrepid Explorer Pub) • Hathersage - Hike to Bakewell • Grindleford - Village Community Shop Drink & Snack • Hathersage - Longshaw Estate Walk Other Information: Max Group Size: 12 Min Age: 15 (No Max) Physical Rating: 2/5 Priced From Only: GBP: £342pp | Dep: £49pp *Price above based on twin/ double share. Solo travellers have the option to share with someone of the same gender. For those wanting their own room, a small single supplement of £110 is available. Read More: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/uk/united-kingdom/peak-district-retreat-castleton133575




Cycle The Cotswolds

Immerse yourself in the scenery that earns the Cotswold the classification of an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ from the saddle of a bicycle. This four-day Intrepid Cycling experience offers a comfortable, yet active way to discover a much-loved part of Britain that has inspired travellers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Base yourself in the charming market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and cycle your way past picture-perfect stone villages and rolling green fields, up challenging hills and thrilling descents. You’ll also pass ancient buildings and iconic battlefields yet have the comfort and security of returning to the same accommodation each evening. Available 2021 Dates: • 8 - 11 Aug • 22 - 25 Aug • 5 - 8 Sep • 19 - 22 Sep • 3 - 6 Oct What's Included? Meals: 3 breakfasts Transport: Bicycle (e-bike option available, subject to availability) Accommodation: Guesthouse (3 nights) Other Information: Max Group Size: 12 (Min 2) Min Age: 15 Physical Rating: 3/5 Priced From Only: GBP: £625pp | Dep: £49pp *Price are based on twin or double share. Solo travellers have the option to share with someone of the same gender. For those wanting their own room, a single supplement of £215 is available Read More: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/uk/united-kingdom/cycle-cotswolds-135727






Scotland's Orkney Islands

The Orkneys, off the northern tip of Scotland, are well and truly alive with histories and mysteries to discover by land and sea. Spend five days experiencing the best of the Orkney Islands, departing from the highland hub of Inverness, and using Kirkwall as your base. Admire the Neolithic town of Skara Brae that predates Stonehenge, get well off the tourist trail on a leisurely coastal hike on Shapinsay Island, and bookend your days with some live music and whisky tastings at local pubs along the way. With a local leader full of knowledge and a group as eager to learn as you, this slice of European history has never been so enticing. Available 2021 Dates: • 14 - 18 July • 18 - 22 Aug • 1 - 5 Sep (2 places left!) • 22 - 26 Sep • 6 - 10 Oct (More dates available in 2022) What's Included? Meals: 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch Transport: Train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Taxi, Ferry, On foot Accommodation: Guesthouse (4 nights) Included Activities: • Kirkwall - Leader-led Walking Tour • Orkney Islands - Ring of Brodgar Standing Stones • Orkney Islands - Italian Chapel & Churchill Barriers • Orkney Islands - Orkney Mainland Day Tour • Orkney Islands - Picnic with Local Orkney Produce • Orkney Islands - Skara Brae Prehistoric Village Visit • Shapinsay Island - Coastal Walk • Shapinsay Island - Day Trip • Kirkwall - Live Music at a Local Pub Other Information: Max Group Size: 12 Min Age: 15 Physical Rating: 2/5 Priced From Only: GBP: £878pp | Dep: £49pp *Price are based on twin or double share. Solo travellers have the option to share with someone of the same gender. For those wanting their own room, a single supplement of £230 is available Read More: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/uk/united-kingdom/scotlands-orkney-islands-134339





Hike the Pembrokeshire Coast

In a matter of six days, discover the best sections of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path on a guided hiking exploration of the western Welsh coastline. Based in Tenby, walk with your small group and experienced leader, passing Amroth, Manorbier Castle, Stackpole Head and St Davids Head on your journey. With a visit to the intriguing Caldey Island and stopping by UK’s smallest city, you’ll really get a true feel of this naturally diverse and sleepy side of Britain. Covering over 40 kilometres, get walking as you see Pembrokeshire in all its windswept glory. Available 2021 Dates: • 8 - 13 Aug • 19 - 24 Sep • 10 - 15 Oct What's Included? Meals: 5 breakfasts Transport: Walking, Private minibus, Public bus Accommodation: Hotel (5 nights) Included Activities: • Tenby’s waterfront leader led walk • Pembrokeshire Coast Path (PCP) Amroth to Tenby guided hike • Pembrokeshire Coast Path (PCP) Tenby to Stackpole Head guided hike • Caldey Island hike • Local boat ride to and from Caldey Island • Pembrokeshire Coast Path (PCP) St Davids Head guided hike Other Information: Max Group Size: 12 Min Age: 15 (No Max) Physical Rating: 3/5 Priced at only: GBP: £914pp | Dep: £49pp Read More: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/uk/united-kingdom/hike-pembrokeshire-coast-135829






River Wye: Hike, Bike & Kayak

Why should you visit the River Wye? We’re glad you asked! Crossing from Wales into England and carving out much of the border on its way, the River Wye is undoubtedly one of the UK’s best examples of unspoiled natural beauty and classic British scenery – from rolling green hills and spectacular valleys to delightful little villages dotted with cosy pubs. In six days, you’ll uncover all the best bits of this beautiful corner of the country on foot, bicycle and canoe, with a local leader on hand to show you the ropes. Venture from the river’s source in the Welsh Mountains and follow it on a thrilling adventure down to Ross-on-Wye. 2021 Dates Available: • 18 – 23 July • 15 – 20 Aug • 12 – 17 Sep (More dates available in 2022) What's Included? Meals: 5 breakfasts Transport: Private van Accommodation: Hotel (3 nights), Glamping pods (2 nights) Other Activities: • Elan Valley cycling tour • Infant River Wye cycle • Source of River Wye walk • Hay on Wye leader led town walk • River Wye full day canoe adventure • Cider Farm visit • Whitney Bridge canoe tour • Symonds Yat Rock tour • Biking tour along River Wye Other Information: Min Age: 15 Max Group Size: 12 Physical Rating: 3/5 Priced From Only: GBP: £1,143pp | Dep: £49pp *Prices above are based on twin/ double share. Solo travellers have the option to share with someone of the same gender. Read More: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/uk/united-kingdom/river-wye-hike-bike-kayak-137019






Devon - Hike, Bike & Kayak

Ahhh Devon, the UK’s answer to paradise. Fairy-tale woodlands, picture-perfect villages, and some of the country’s prettiest rivers. The only tricky part is picking the best way to take it all in – on foot, on a bicycle or on the river itself. But on this four-day adventure down the River Dart and River Teign, you won’t have to choose. Starting off in Dartmoor National Park, hike, bike, canoe and paddle your way through some Devon’s most spectacular scenery, passing by ancient ruins, natural pools and gorgeous villages. When you’re not on the go you’ll have plenty of time to sit back and soak it all in – your local leader will deal with the details so you can focus on the road ahead of you and the views around you. Available 2021 Dates: • 29 July – 1 Aug • 26 – 29 Aug • 16 – 19 Sep (More dates available in 2022) What's Included? Meals: 3 breakfasts Transport: Private van Accommodation: Original style hotel (3 nights) Other Activities: • Infant River Dart to Dartmeet walk • Sharrah Pool swim • Haytor and Hound Tor cycling tour • River Dart canoeing adventure • Dartmouth to Buckfast Abbey cycling tour • River Teign walk • Gidleigh park walk • Chagford Lido visit • Teign Estuary cycling tour Other Information: Min Age: 15 Max Group Size: 12 Physical Rating: 2/5 Priced From Only: GBP: £869pp | Dep: £49pp *Prices above are based on twin/ double share. Solo travellers have the option to share with someone of the same gender. For those wanting their own room, a small single supplement of £230 is available Read More: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/uk/united-kingdom/devon-hike-bike-kayak-136991






Walk Hadrian's Wall Highlights

A Roman reminder spanning coast to coast across the north of England, Hadrian’s Wall is a historic spectacle of emperor Hadrian’s reign in the once Roman province of Britannia. Now, this Wall, along with a number of ruins dotted along the way, provides the trail to follow for a seven-day exploration of pre-British history on two feet. Trekking from the western outpost of Carlisle to the eastern reaches at Heddon-on-the-Wall nearby Newcastle upon Tyne, spend a week following one of the richest examples of Roman history in the United Kingdom. Walking at a reasonable but not strenuous pace daily, stopping by quaint English villages and staying in comfortable twin-share accommodation, this guided Hadrian’s Wall walking adventure is the ideal way to discover wellpreserved sections and the surrounding countryside. Available 2021 Dates: • 20 - 26 June (1 place left!) • 8 - 14 Aug (4 places left!) • 5 - 11 Sep • 26 Sep - 2 Oct • 17 - 23 Oct What's Included? Meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch Transport: Walking Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast (6 nights) Other Activities: • Carlisle - Birdoswald Roman Fort • Crag Lough - Sycamore Gap picnic lunch • Bardon Mill - Housesteads Roman Fort • Cholleford - Leader-led town walk • Chollerford - St. Oswald’s in Lee Church photo stop • Chollerford - Heavenfield Battle Site • Chollerford - Rudchester Roman Fort Other Information: Max Group Size: 8 Min Age: 15 Physical Rating: 3/5 Priced From Only: GBP - £855pp | Dep: £49pp *Prices are based on twin or double share. Solo travellers have the option to share with someone of the same gender. Read More: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/uk/united-kingdom/walk-hadrians-wall-highlights135140





Walk the Cairngorms in Summer

See the best of the Scottish Highlands on your own two feet with Intrepid Travel this Summer! There’s something to be said for exploring the Scottish Highlands in summer. While you won’t experience the sorts of scorching temperatures you might find in other parts of the world, you will find a vibrant countryside that’s come to life in the warmer weather. On this 5-day walking trip, you’ll have the chance to explore some of the region’s most striking peaks and most beautiful landscapes, with the guidance of a local leader who can share stories of the area and the conservation efforts in place to keep it pristine. Cool off with an afternoon on the ‘beach’ at the dreamy nearby Loch Morlich, where canoeing or stand-up paddle boarding are on option. Plus, you’ll have plenty of chances to enjoy the quaint village life – including few whiskys and a meal at a favourite local pub. And with your base being the small Scottish town of Aviemore, you’ll neither be on the move nor stretched for time each day, with plenty of time to explore your way. Welcome to the Cairngorms – a gateway into the real Scottish countryside. Available 2021 Dates: • 16 – 20 July • 23 – 27 Aug • 17 – 21 Sep • 4 – 8 Oct (more dates available in 2022) What's Included? Meals: 4 breakfasts Transport: Private vehicle, Public bus Accommodation: Guesthouse (4 nights) Other Activities • Aviemore - Guided Speyside Way Trail hike • Craigellachie guided hike • Loch Morlich picnic lunch • Cairngorms Peak to Pub hike Other Information: Max Group Size: 12 Min Age: 15 Physical Rating: 2/5 Priced from Only: GBP: £680pp | Dep: £49pp *Prices are based on twin/ double share. Solo travellers have the option to share with someone of the same gender. For those wanting their own room, a single supplement of £340 is available. Read More: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/uk/united-kingdom/walk-cairngorms-summer-135795






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