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South Morocco Discovery
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Ait Benhaddou, Atlas Mountains, Essaouira, Marrakech, Medina, Sahara Desert

Highlights

  • Take a guided hike through the High Atlas Mountains and spend a night with an Amazigh family in the traditional village of Aroumd.
  • Travel in a camel convoy and a 4WD to Erg Chigaga in the Sahara Desert – the most majestic place to watch the sunset – and spend a night in a Bedouin camp under the North African stars.
  • Recharge with two days in seaside Essaouira where Jimi Hendrix spent time in the 60s, and explore the whitewashed houses, lively port and tiny picturesque alleyways.
  • Explore Ait Benhaddou, a World Heritage site with a grand history and a long list of film and TV credits, on a walking tour with a local guide who knows all the local insights.
  • Visit an Argan oil women’s coop and duck in and out of souqs to haggle with traders as your local leader helps you to navigate the 16th-century walled city of Taroudant.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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London to Bordeaux, the Basque Country and the Beach
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4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Bordeaux, Camino de Santiago, Madrid, Malaga, Marrakech, Paris, San Sebastian, Santiago, Segovia

Highlights

  • Rail journey through France and Spain, reaching the Mediterranean in 7 days
  • Go wine-tasting in Bordeaux and try pintxos in San Sebastian
  • Walk on the Camino de Santiago and discover Segovia's Roman Aqueduct

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Very good leaders, knowledgeable and caring"

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Best of Morocco (Summer, Classic)
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3.5/5 Great
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
They really care about everyone's individual needs on each tour and they have an incredible attention to detail.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Rabat: See the Royal Palace and Hassan Tower.
  • Casablanca: See the Hassan II Mosque and the Corniche.
  • Meknès: Admire the Bab el-Mansour Gate on Place El-Hedim in the heart of the Medina.
  • Fes: Led by your Local Expert, wander the maze of streets that make up the ancient Medina. See one of the world's oldest universities and pass hidden courtyards, mosques and workshops. Continue through the souks, an array of vendors selling food, clothes, leather goods and beautiful lights.
  • Fes: Led by your Local Expert, wander the maze of streets that make up the ancient Medina. See one of the world's oldest universities and pass hidden courtyards, mosques and workshops. Continue through the souks, an array of vendors selling food, clothes, leather goods and beautiful lights.
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"It was a great trip. We covered so much during the week. We thoroughly enjoyed every stop on the itinerary. For some reason we did not start with a dinner in the Lake District as stated. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and our bus driver was great. We met some great people from all over in our group."

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Madrid to Marrakech
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Algarve, Chefchaouen, Coimbra, Fes, Lisbon, Madrid, Marrakech, Medina, Pena Palace, Plaza Mayor , Salamanca, Seville, Sintra

Highlights

  • Wander around Salamanca's Plaza Mayor at night, lit up to reveal its intricate architecture and explore the cobblestone streets of Seville by day, Andalusia's largest city.
  • Enjoy an unforgettable Fado performance in Coimbra. Fado is an emotional form of Portuguese music which often expresses the hard realities of daily life, balancing both resignation and hopefulness.
  • Make the most of your time in Lisbon. This city has so many sights on offer; beautiful museums, monuments and parks, as well as its famous trams, bars and restaurants.
  • The Algarve in Portugal is the perfect middle point of the trip. Buy some fresh local produce in the morning market to enjoy while soaking up the sun on gorgeous beaches. In the evening enjoy a sunset over the Atlantic Ocean from our accommodations' rooftop terrace.
  • Explore the twisting, colourful labyrinthine streets of the Fes and Marrakech medinas with a local guide to lead you to all of the best spots, and ensure you don't get lost!
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Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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Benin and Togo Voodoo Discovery
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4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Visits

Atakora, Benin, Fes, Ganvie, Lome, New Orleans, Ouidah, Sokode, Tofino, Togo

Highlights

  • Discover tribal lands, proud cultures and striking landscapes through Togo and Benin
  • Travel through this culturally diverse region and encounter the spiritual home of voodoo
  • Witness a fire dancing ceremony and meet the Somba people in the Atakora mountains

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Very good leaders, knowledgeable and caring"

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Family Botswana and Zimbabwe Safari Adventure
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Chobe National Park, Maun, Okavango Delta, Zambezi River

Highlights

  • Discover the game-rich wildlife of Moremi and get up close with Chobe's large herds of elephant
  • Explore the waterways of the Okavango Delta from the comfort of a houseboat
  • Witness the majestic and powerful Victoria Falls, one of the natural wonders of the World

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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"Very good leaders, knowledgeable and caring"

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Egypt: Alexandria to Aswan
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a huge range of trip styles and themes, they cater to basically every type of traveler out there- even those with super specific interests.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Alexandria, Aswan, Cairo, Luxor, Sphinx

Highlights

  • Visit tombs in the Valley of the Kings
  • The Mediterranean port city of Alexandria
  • Sightseeing on a Nile River cruise
  • Guided food tour in Cairo

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Discover Costa Rica is a great itinerary, covering varied habitats around the country and staying 2 nights each at 6 centres. Their birdwatching specials are led by local experts who really know their stuff."

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Johannesburg to Cape Town
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a huge range of trip styles and themes, they cater to basically every type of traveler out there- even those with super specific interests.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cape of Good Hope, Cape Town, Kruger National Park

Highlights

  • Discover Kruger and the Drakensberg mountains
  • Visit Eswatini (Swaziland) and Lesotho
  • Explore Cape Town and the Garden Route

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Discover Costa Rica is a great itinerary, covering varied habitats around the country and staying 2 nights each at 6 centres. Their birdwatching specials are led by local experts who really know their stuff."

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Highlights of Albania

Mixed feelings. Fabulous countryside, mountains & valleys, rivers & greenery. Lovely churches, mosques, museums & old Roman remains. But towns in 1st w...

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Highlights of Albania

Guide Tedi and driver Tony - brilliant team who were proud to show us their lovely country. Nothing was too much trouble for either of them. Tedi was mature way bey...

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