Keen to be active and <\/em>travel more?<\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s approaching that time of year when we all start thinking about goals. Whether you love New Year\u2019s resolutions or think they\u2019re a fad, there\u2019s no harm in using them to recalibrate and align with who you want to be.<\/p>\n Getting active tops many people\u2019s lists, whether it\u2019s taking an extra gym class or raising your step count. Travel is up there too \u2013 it could be exploring closer to home or finally tackling that trek<\/a> you\u2019ve been dreaming about for years.<\/p>\n But what if you could combine the two?<\/p>\n Enter Intrepid\u2019s active trips<\/a>.<\/p>\n Active trips are for people who can\u2019t just take photos of nice landscapes but need to be in<\/em> them. They\u2019re for travellers who feel most alive at the top of a mountain, rushing through river rapids or freewheeling down a winding mountain pass. Active trips still have the classic Intrepid ingredients \u2013 authentic cultural activities, connecting with the locals and delicious food \u2013 but you\u2019ll use the power of your arms and legs to get from A to B.<\/p>\n Plus, booking an active trip gives you a fitness goal to work towards \u2013 and a fun one at that!<\/p>\n Here are seven trips that\u2019ll get you moving in some seriously beautiful places.<\/p>\n Trip: <\/strong>Hiking the Great Land of Alaska<\/a><\/p>\n Only in Alaska can you hike through forests and flower-filled meadows, climb above the tree line to the toe of a glacier, and walk along an ancient icefield that stretches as far as the eye can see. Spanning a mind-boggling 1800 square kilometres (695 square miles), the Harding Icefield trail will quite literally take your breath away. When you\u2019re not crunching over ice, you\u2019ll kayak in bays filled with orcas and sea lions, camp deep in Denali National Park and enjoy some good ol\u2019 Alaskan hospitality.<\/p>\n Trip: <\/strong>Fiji: Hike, Raft & Snorkel<\/a><\/p>\n Not a fan of drop-and-flop holidays? Neither are we. While many flock to Fiji<\/a> for some R&R in fancy resorts, we prefer swapping sun lounges for hiking boots and snorkel sets. On this trip, you\u2019ll trek through the jungle to palm-fringed pools, rumble down rapids in volcanic gorges and take in the views of the Coral Coast from 60-metre-tall sand dunes.<\/p>\n When it\u2019s time to relax, there\u2019ll be plenty of opportunities to unwind, whether it\u2019s cooling off with a coconut in local markets, hanging out with villagers or participating in sacred ceremonies. Get ready for the real<\/em> Fiji.<\/p>\n Trip:<\/strong> Andorra: Hike, Bike & Raft<\/a><\/p>\n Landlocked between France and Spain, tiny Andorra<\/a> is the perfect example of good things coming in small packages. It might only be 468 square kilometers (180 square miles) \u2013 that\u2019s about a third of the size of Los Angeles \u2013 but it punches well above its weight when it comes to stunning landscapes.<\/p>\n In winter, it boasts some of Europe\u2019s best ski slopes, but when the snow melts come summer, it offers even more adrenalin-fuelled fun, like cycling the Iron Route, zip-wiring through the treetops in Cortals Valley and hiking to Ransol Ridge for epic photo ops.<\/p>\n Trip: <\/strong>Cycle Tuscany<\/a><\/p>\n Say arrivederci<\/em> to the tourists of Florence and Pisa and ciao<\/em> to the quieter streets of Lucca. Located at the foothills of the Apuan Alps, Lucca is a medieval city with all the restaurant-lined alleys, grand piazzas and impressive churches of Italy<\/a>\u2019s most famous cities \u2013 but with a fraction of the crowds.<\/p>\n Constructed in the 16th century as a defensive structure, the walls surrounding Lucca\u2019s Old Town are one of Italy\u2019s best-preserved examples of fortification. And our favourite way to explore? On two wheels. Circle the ramparts, uncover the history hidden between the walls and enjoy a picnic of local Tuscan produce overlooking the city.<\/p>\n Trip: <\/strong>Inca Trail Express<\/a><\/p>\n When we say \u2018Peru<\/a>\u2019, does your mind jump to the Inca Trail? It may be the Pachamama of treks \u2013 and don\u2019t get us wrong, it\u2019s incredible \u2013 but if you\u2019re keen to veer off the well-worn path and do something a little different, the Quarry Trail could be just the ticket.<\/p>\n Kicking off in Choquequilla, a small ceremonial site where Incas worshipped the moon, trek to a remote community near Qory Song\u2019o Hill for sweeping valley views and visit sacred tombs seldom seen by travellers. You\u2019ll still\u00a0get to visit the Lost City\u00a0of the Incas, AKA Machu Picchu<\/a>, after the trek, but the Quarry Trail helps reduce the impact of overtourism and spread the benefits to more Andes communities. Win-win.<\/p>\n Trip: <\/strong>Lost City Trekking in Colombia<\/a><\/p>\n The ancient city of Teyuna, the (other) Lost City, is one of Colombia<\/a>\u2019s most significant archeological sites. Hidden in the Sierra Nevada mountains among dense jungle, the ruins are a testament to the architectural mastery of the prehispanic Tayrona civilisation, which predated the Incas. The site was off-limits to travellers for many years and remains off the tourist radar\u2026 for now.<\/p>\n The only way to get to Teyuna is on a multi-day trek. After diving into Colombia\u2019s culture in the historic cities of Cartagena and Santa Marta, spend four days journeying through the rainforest, meeting the spiritual leaders of local Indigenous communities and unwinding in natural pools.<\/p>\n Trip: <\/strong>Hiking Utah\u2019s National Parks<\/a><\/p>\n Beyond the thrills of wading through the Virgin River Narrows and exploring Bryce Canyon\u2019s crimson-coloured hoodoos, there are many opportunities to connect with Utah\u2019s landscapes on a deeper level. On this trip, you\u2019ll explore some of the country\u2019s most famous national parks while learning about their rich Indigenous history.<\/p>\n Watch the landscape of Bears Ears National Monument come alive\u00a0on a guided hike with an expert Navajo guide. Listen to stories that have been passed down for generations, visit sacred Indigenous sites, and learn about native wildlife and plants.<\/p>\n The beauty of Intrepid\u2019s active trips is that you don\u2019t need to be super fit. Anyone with a moderate fitness level will get by with no trouble. Ultimately, they\u2019re designed for people who want a different perspective of a destination through heart-pumping activities.<\/p>\n The days are divided into manageable chunks with rest and photo stops, and there\u2019s plenty of free time to relax or do your own thing. On Intrepid\u2019s cycling trips<\/a>, you can also hire an e-bike, which is a great way to save energy for more adventures off the saddle.<\/p>\n Ready for a trip that takes you places and pushes your limits? Explore Intrepid\u2019s multi-active<\/a>, cycling<\/a> and hiking<\/a> trips<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Keen to be active and travel more? It\u2019s approaching that time of year when we all start thinking about goals. Whether you love New Year\u2019s resolutions or think they\u2019re a fad, there\u2019s no harm in using them to recalibrate and align with who you want to be. Getting active tops many people\u2019s lists, whether it\u2019s […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":135989,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11760],"tags":[3184,3944,11635,542,17852],"dealstore":[],"offerexpiration":[],"class_list":["post-135988","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-adventure","tag-active","tag-goals","tag-inspire","tag-travel","tag-trips"],"yoast_head":"\n1. Hike to an ancient icefield in Alaska<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\n2. Dive into Fiji\u2019s tropical landscapes<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\n3. Get your heart-racing in Andorra<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\n4. Ride\u00a0Lucca\u2019s medieval ramparts<\/h2>\n
5. Take the trail less travelled in Peru<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\n6. Trek to Colombia\u2019s Lost City of Teyuna<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\n7. Uncover Navajo history in Bears Ears National Monument<\/h2>\n
How fit do you need to be for an active trip?<\/h2>\n
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