Intrepid Travel is taking adventure to new heights, unveiling 28 new active trips for 2026 that invite travellers to hike, cycle, kayak, snorkel and raft their way across the globe.
Spanning Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania and the Americas, the new itineraries combine outdoor thrills with rich cultural immersion — all led by local guides and enjoyed in small groups.
The collection features five multi-active trips, 21 walking and trekking itineraries, and two new cycling journeys, bringing Intrepid’s total active range to 148 adventures worldwide. Highlights include cycling Western Australia’s iconic Munda Biddi Trail, hiking Europe’s deepest canyon, and kayaking past active volcanoes in Central America.
The launch follows a surge in demand for active travel, with Intrepid reporting a 9% year-on-year increase across its active range, and its multi-active trips up 23%. The growth mirrors a global shift toward health, movement and wellness — with cycling tourism set to nearly double over the next decade and hiking tours growing at around 6% annually.
“Active travel is one of our fastest growing categories,” Intrepid Travel General Manager of Experiences at Erica Kritikides said.
“For many travellers, the best way to unwind is by moving. These trips let people explore and reconnect with nature while sharing the experience with a community of like-minded travellers. From trekking through Mexico’s highlands to kayaking in Norway’s fjords, this style of travel takes you beyond the beaten path.”
Highlights of the 2026 Active Collection
- Iceland: Hike, Bike & Kayak (6 days)
Hike volcanic slopes, kayak serene waterways, and cycle through Iceland’s dramatic fire-and-ice landscapes.
From AUD $4,135 / NZD $4,415 - Via Transilvanica Trail, Romania (10 days)
Trek through the Carpathians, visit remote villages and support Tasuleasa Social, the NGO preserving this ancient trail.
From AUD $3,890 / NZD $4,160 - Croatia & Montenegro: Hike, Bike & Raft (7 days)
Kayak the Elaphiti Islands, hike in Durmitor National Park, and raft the turquoise Tara River.
From AUD $3,595 / NZD $3,845 - Jordan: Hike, Bike & Snorkel (8 days)
Cycle to Umm Qais, hike the backdoor to Petra, snorkel Aqaba’s reefs and float in the Dead Sea.
From AUD $3,420 / NZD $3,650 - Premium Walking & Trekking in Vietnam (9 days)
Explore northern Vietnam’s rice terraces and limestone peaks, with stays in luxury eco-lodges.
From AUD $3,695 / NZD $3,945 - Central America: Hike, Bike & Kayak (9 days)
Cycle Antigua’s coffee groves, summit volcanoes in Guatemala and El Salvador, and kayak a volcanic lake.
From AUD $3,050 / NZD $3,255 - Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu (7 days)
Follow one of the world’s most breathtaking trails to the legendary Inca citadel.
From AUD $2,155 / NZD $2,295 - Walk New Zealand’s Tongariro Crossing (5 days)
Discover Māori culture, hike UNESCO-listed terrain and unwind in wood-fired hot tubs.
From AUD $2,560 / NZD $2,735 - Cycle the Munda Biddi Trail, Western Australia (7 days)
Ride through karri forests and valleys on the world’s longest off-road cycling trail.
From AUD $3,775 / NZD $4,030
Each itinerary is assigned a physical rating between three and five, ensuring travellers know just how active to expect their adventure to be — from moderate challenges to high-energy expeditions.
The new trips are available to book now, with departures from February 2026.
For the full list of new active adventures, visit intrepidtravel.com/new-trips.
