As another Euro summer comes to an end, social media feeds are overflowing with recaps.
From hiking in the Dolomites to island-hopping across Greece, this year’s highlights are already shaping 2027 wish lists.
But for those seeking to forge their own paths in 2027, Intrepid Travel has a collection of Southern Europe trips to impress even the most curious clients.
Intrepid’s trips have long been about taking travellers beyond the icons and into what makes a place special – and these European adventures are no different.
From sipping local wine in the Croatian hinterland to cycling through the Tuscan countryside, these trips are set to top travellers’ wish lists in 2027.
Take the scenic route from Rome to Venice
There’s seeing Italy…and there’s seeing it.
Intrepid’s ‘Best of Italy’ trip takes travellers beyond the pizza and piazzas (although there’s still plenty of both!) to experience the true essence of this adored destination.
Think: mornings spent cycling along riverside trails in the Tuscan countryside, afternoons tasting regional wines at family-owned vineyards and nights feasting on local specialties – from squid ink spaghetti in Venice to finocchiona salami and pecorino cheese in Lucca.
Trace the coasts of Spain and Portugal
Spain and Portugal may be well travelled, but there are plenty of ways to experience them differently.
On Intrepid’s ‘Explore Spain & Portugal’ adventure, travellers will see a live flamenco performance in Seville and sample fortified wine (port) in Porto, while also exploring smaller towns and villages.
There’s also a chance to walk the final section of the Camino de Santiago. A day on the trail is enough to get a feel for the trek before arriving in Santiago, where a few tapas plates make a well-deserved reward.
Experience a slower pace of life in the Cyclades
The Greek Islands are no secret and the Cyclades – home to Santorini and Mykonos – are some of the most popular. But there’s so much more to this archipelago than sunsets and whitewashed buildings.
On Intrepid’s ‘Greece Sailing Adventure: Cyclades Islands’, the Aegean Sea becomes both highway and hotel.
Travellers spend ten days at sea, stopping to swim in secluded coves, wander through sleepy villages and discover a slower pace of Greek island life.
A meal of fresh-caught seafood at a waterfront taverna in the Small Cyclades – a place where goats are said to outnumber people – is often a highlight of this adventure.
An authentic and refined Croatian adventure
Dubrovnik gets a lot of attention (and for good reason), but this trip takes a different approach, pairing Croatia’s famous coastline with its scenic hinterland.
Say hello to ‘Premium Split to Dubrovnik’, a curated eight-day itinerary for those seeking an authentic yet refined experience.
Intrepid’s Premium range takes travel up a notch, with trips including hand-picked Feature Stays, Signature Experiences, highly experienced leaders and smaller group sizes (a max of 12 travellers per departure).
On Premium Split to Croatia, that translates to nights spent in heritage hotels, brunch at family-owned farms and traditional dinners paired with locally produced wine.
Offer more than the usual Europe
With growing interest in off-the-beaten path destinations and locally led travel experiences, trips like these are well-placed to tap into what travellers want – in 2027 and beyond.
It’s an approach Intrepid has taken for more than 35 years, building trips around local connections, lesser-known places and experiences that get travellers closer to a destination.
And with Intrepid’s Europe early bird sale on now until October 1, it’s a perfect time for travellers to experience the Intrepid difference, with up to 15% off* selected 2027 trips.
Find more information on Intrepid’s Europe early bird sale on the Agent Hub or at: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/early-bird.
