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From epic expeditions and offbeat adventures to comfortable trips that are closer to home, Intrepid\u2019s new offering for 2027 spans mountain trails, island escapes and cultural wonders.<\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s that time of year again \u2013 when travel lovers look ahead and start dreaming and scheming another adventure or 12. With over 50 new Intrepid trips<\/a> set to kick off in 2027 \u2013 in Norway, northern Jordan, Cambodia, Rwanda and beyond \u2013 there\u2019s plenty to get excited about. Here\u2019s a selection worth adding to your wish list.<\/p>\n Deepen your understanding of the region\u2019s interconnected Indigenous cultures, spot salmon-hunting bears and soak up lake- and glacier-studded scenery on the new Wild Canada & Alaska<\/a> expedition.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll only have to unpack once on the new Hiking in Picos de Europa<\/a> trip. Basing yourselves in one comfortable hotel, you\u2019ll spend each day exploring different mountain trails. Expect dramatic limestone peaks, mountain meadows, deep gorges and rewarding summit views as you discover one of Spain\u2019s most underrated hiking regions on foot.<\/p>\n The new Premium Greenland<\/a> trip takes you to ancient Inuit settlements, glaciers, waterfalls and vast bays bobbing with icebergs \u2013 best seen from a kayak under the dreamy Arctic evening sun, but also totally visible from the private terrace of your swanky Feature Stay\u2019s waterfront bungalow.<\/p>\n Spend two nights at a rainforest lodge in a private nature reserve and spot sloths, toucans, turtles and more at two national parks on the new Premium Costa Rica: Tortuguero and the Caribbean Coast<\/a> trip. Between waterfall hikes and beach bumming, deepen your understanding of Costa Rican cultures at a cooking class with a local family and a cacao workshop hosted by the matriarchal Bribri community.<\/p>\n Read more: How to upgrade your adventure with Intrepid\u2019s Premium trips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Pyramids of Giza? You got it. The Sphinx? Sure thing. You won\u2019t miss out on the greats on the new Egypt Encompassed<\/a> adventure. But you will<\/em> go beyond them, sharing a home-cooked meal with a family in Cairo, exploring the lesser-known pyramids of Saqqara and Dahshur, and visiting the remote oasis town of Siwa to cool off in natural springs \u2013 now that\u2019s<\/em> refreshing.<\/p>\n Sample a section of a new long-distance trail on the new Georgia: Trekking the Trans-Caucasus Trails<\/a> trip \u2013 admiring snow-capped mountains, alpine meadows and glaciers, stopping to explore UNESCO-listed villages and staying with hospitable local families as you go.<\/p>\n Swap Bali\u2019s crowds for untouched beaches, turquoise lagoons and vast savannas on the new Indonesia: Sumba Island Discovery<\/a> trip. Along the way, you\u2019ll visit traditional villages to learn about Sumbanese culture and join an ikat-weaving workshop that supports local women.<\/p>\n Go offbeat on the new Kenya Safari Adventure<\/a>, taking a full-day game drive in the Samburu National Reserve (of Not Hot List<\/a> fame) to spot the reticulated giraffe and other rare species, planting trees as part of a reforestation project in the foothills of Mount Kenya and making a stop at Tepesua<\/a>, a community organisation that supports Maasai women and girls.<\/p>\n Read more: Intrepid\u2019s Not Hot List is here to steer you to new places<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea are classic staples of any Jordan trip. The new Jordan Uncovered<\/a> trip will absolutely take you to them, but not before introducing you to the lesser-visited north and the people busy preserving traditions there \u2013 from beekeepers and shepherds to artisan cheesemakers and Arabic calligraphers.<\/p>\n The new Maldives: Beyond the Beaches<\/a> trip lives up to its name, taking you to Male \u2013 the archipelago\u2019s lively cultural capital, so often overlooked by resort-goers \u2013 before you island-hop your way south to share homemade dinners with local families, visit fishing villages and artisan workshops, and learn to make classic Maldivian dishes, all while staying in locally owned guesthouses. But don\u2019t fret \u2013 there\u2019s still ample opportunity to sink your toes into those trademark white sands and snorkel impossibly clear waters.<\/p>\n Read more: Intrepid\u2019s latest offbeat trips to inspire new adventures<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Want an offbeat active adventure<\/a>? The new Cycle Rwanda<\/a> trip is the wheel deal. Follow a mix of paved roads and gravel trails, exploring Akagera National Park by bike, boat and safari vehicle as you pass shimmering lakes and wetlands rich in birdlife. Want to take things up a gear? Cap off the journey with an optional trek into Volcanoes National Park in search of mountain gorillas.<\/p>\n Come for the geothermal valleys, black-sand beaches and native forests; stay for the cultural connections. The box-fresh New Zealand North Island Adventure<\/a> includes a cruise across Ohiwa Harbour with Maori hosts and a visit to a Maori-owned oyster farm, where a feast of fresh kaimoana (seafood) and stories of the region bring the landscape to life.<\/p>\n Read more: Responsible travel just got easier with these purposeful trips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Travel from the wild Pacific coast to the capital on the new Central Mexico and the Sierra Gorda<\/a> trip, which includes a tequila-distillery tour, a music- and culture-packed street parade in Guanajuato, and three nights wandering along forest and mountain trails in the lesser-known Sierra Gorda, where you might spot the endangered axolotl.<\/p>\n Cultural insights abound on the new Classic Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia<\/a> adventure. Whether you\u2019re sipping amber wine at a family run vineyard in Georgia, trying your hand at traditional rug weaving in Armenia or absorbing centuries of history on an expert-led tour of Azerbaijan\u2019s capital Baku, you\u2019ll connect with the people, customs and stories that make this region so fascinating.<\/p>\n The new Premium Norwegian Fjords<\/a> trip will see you travel from Bergen to Trondheim in style \u2013 including iconic train routes and classic local ferries. Spectacular fjord scenery, historic fishing villages and a sauna floating on a sparkling bay \u2013 can it get more Scandi-cool than this?<\/p>\n Designed exclusively for younger travellers, the new 18 to 35s Essential Barcelona to Berlin<\/a> trip strings together some of Europe\u2019s most exciting cities and experiences, including waffle tasting in Bruges, a winery tour in Bordeaux and a free day to explore San Sebastian. Wrap things up in Berlin with a visit to social enterprise cafe Refugio, which supports refugees with training and employment opportunities.<\/p>\n Read more: Why Gen Z are going \u2018All In\u2019 on travel<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Instil some of your adventurous spirit in your teens on the new Cambodia Family Holiday with Teenagers<\/a> trip. Kick things off with a cooking class in Vietnam\u2019s Ho Chi Minh City before crossing the border to cruise the Mekong, zipline through the Angkor forest canopy and walk with elephants at an Indigenous-led sanctuary.<\/p>\n From entrepreneurs and artisans to community leaders and conservationists, you\u2019ll meet women from all walks of life on the new Sri Lanka: Women\u2019s Expedition<\/a> \u2013 all while exploring ancient temples, spotting wildlife on safari and learning about the cultural traditions shaping modern Sri Lankan society.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for a formative experience for kids and grown ups alike, a four-day trek through the Himalayas on the new Nepal Family Holiday with Teenagers<\/a> trip should do it. You\u2019ll also go white-water rafting down a jungle gorge, and spend two days spotting rhinos and elephants in Chitwan National Park.<\/p>\n Swap the busy Mediterranean for a slower-paced journey along the Black Sea on the Turkey\u2019s Black Sea: Istanbul to Tbilisi<\/a> trip. Travelling through a region known for its tea plantations, mountain monasteries and rich cultural traditions, you\u2019ll discover a lesser-visited side of Turkey before crossing into Georgia\u2019s atmospheric capital.<\/p>\n From hiking in Cradle Mountain National Park to sundowners and stargazing at a distillery on the Tasman Peninsula, the new Best of Tasmania<\/a> trip strikes the right balance between comfort and adventure. You\u2019ll spend two nights at the Edge of the Bay, an Intrepid Stay<\/a> with sweeping oceanfront views, not too far from the iconic Wineglass Bay.<\/p>\n First-timers to France, look no further: the new Best of France<\/a> trip features classic experiences \u2013 from wine tasting at a vineyard in Burgundy to scenic walks through cliffside villages and lavender fields in Provence. In Paris, you\u2019ll have dinner with the group at Le Reflet, an inclusive Marais bistro that employs local people with developmental disabilities.<\/p>\n Lace up your boots for the new Hike Sri Lanka\u2019s Pekoe Trail<\/a> adventure, tackling six standout stages of the country\u2019s new long-distance hiking route. Winding through emerald tea plantations, misty highlands and rural villages, it\u2019s an immersive way to experience Sri Lanka\u2019s landscapes, history and tea-growing heritage.<\/p>\n Leave the crowds behind on the new Hidden Gems of Thailand<\/a> adventure. From the quiet beaches and turquoise waters of Koh Ngai to the cultural traditions of northern Thailand\u2019s Lahu communities, this trip reveals a side of Thailand that many travellers never see.<\/p>\n Come hungry on the new Best of Chile & Argentina<\/a> adventure. Highlights include a full-day winery tour in Mendoza, an asado feast in Buenos Aires and a Santiago market tour with a local guide, where you\u2019ll try the traditional peach-infused drink of mote con huesillo. You\u2019ll also join a tile-painting workshop and even nip across to Uruguay to explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Colonia del Sacramento.<\/p>\n Volcanoes steal the limelight on the new Discover Nicaragua & Costa Rica<\/a> trip. After peering into an active crater near Granada and spending two nights on the twin-peak island of Ometepe, cross into Costa Rica to enjoy the geothermal benefits of the region\u2019s volcanic landscape \u2013 hello, hot springs.<\/p>\n Spin your legs from the Southern Alps to the shores of the Pacific on this reasonably challenging Cycle New Zealand: Alps to Ocean<\/a> adventure. Tackling mostly traffic-free trails, this has to be one of the most rewarding ways to see the South Island.<\/p>\n![\"Travellers](\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-USA-Alaska-Hike-Bike-Kayak_Denali_Exploring-Hiking-Denali-Park_Ryan-Bolton_0H3A7089.jpg\")
1. Connect with First Nations communities in Canada and Alaska<\/h2>\n
2. Tackle high-altitude trails in northern Spain<\/h2>\n
3. Kayak among icebergs in Greenland<\/h2>\n
4. Kick back on Costa Rica\u2019s Caribbean coast<\/h2>\n
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5. Go beyond the obvious in Egypt<\/h2>\n
6. Trek between mountain villages in Georgia<\/h2>\n
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8. Spot the \u2018Samburu Special Five\u2019 in Kenya<\/h2>\n
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9. See what all the buzz is about in northern Jordan<\/h2>\n
10. Learn about local life in the Maldives<\/h2>\n
11. Ride across Rwanda\u2019s wild landscapes<\/h2>\n
12. Get a taste of Maori culture on New Zealand\u2019s North Island<\/h2>\n
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13. Step off the tourist trail in central Mexico<\/h2>\n
14. Embrace ancient traditions in the Caucasus<\/h2>\n
15. Destress in a floating sauna in Norway<\/h2>\n
16. Go \u2018All In\u2019 from Barcelona to Berlin<\/h2>\n
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17. Create core memories with the kids in Cambodia<\/h2>\n
18. Find sisterhood in Sri Lanka<\/h2>\n
19. Trek the Himalayas with your teens in Nepal<\/h2>\n
20. Trace a culture-packed route along Turkey\u2019s north coast<\/h2>\n
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21. Unwind in style in Tasmania<\/h2>\n
22. See an extraordinary side of France<\/h2>\n
23. Traverse tea plantations in Sri Lanka<\/h2>\n
24. Explore Thailand with a twist<\/h2>\n
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25. Wine and dine your way across Chile and Argentina<\/h2>\n
26. Get to know Nicaragua<\/h2>\n
27. Cycle one of New Zealand\u2019s Great Rides<\/h2>\n