Short breaks

Whether it's the ultimate holiday add-on or a mini adventure you seek, Intrepid's Short Break Adventures are sure to tick all the boxes. They're loaded with value, take the hassle out of planning and help you squeeze every last drop out of your next trip away.

Short Breaks are the ideal add-on to a longer holiday – or a mini adventure of their own. With a duration of 2-8 days, they range from beach breaks to guided excursions, or are centered around an experience like hiking or cooking. Departures are frequent and usually guaranteed.

Short Breaks are slightly different to our group tours, with the idea being that you maintain a level of independence during down time e.g. at night. You'll most likely travel on a join-in basis, which means you may or may not be joined by others for activities and transportation, depending on demand. However, we do offer some independent options where you'll travel on your own or with your own party.

Our short breaks

Where you can go

Visit the iconic Taj Mahal on a tour departing from Delhi
Asia

Remember that dream? The one that began on a pearly white beach fringed by waters of sapphire blue. Where waves of incense flooded tiny laneways, and in a small village, a rooster crowed until the rice fields were bathed in warm sunlight. But this is no dream. This is Asia - and it will take your breath away.

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Couple looking at rainbow over Victoria Falls, with a cloudy sky, Zimbabwe, Africa
Africa

From the stampeding wildebeest of the Serengeti to the forces of nature at Zimbabwe’s Vic Falls, Africa is where Mother Nature parades her finest wares at every opportunity. Trek through rainforests and steamy jungles, meet majestic Maasai warriors and trace the inscriptions of ancient civilizations - the impressiveness of this continent simply knows no bounds!

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Mayan ruins in Mexico
Central America

Bite-size, hearty and packed with flavor and while that may sound like a taco - it’s actually a Central American Short Break. With a quick few days to spare, jump into a jam-packed itinerary featuring the oldest ruins, freshest foods and biggest monuments. Along the way you’ll have full insider know-how from a local guide so you can get the most of your time in Central America.

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Intrepid travellers pose happily at Machu Picchu
South America

With a few spare days, venture to the world’s most remote destinations or its busiest cities. From glacier hunting at Patagonia’s Torres del Paine National Park or animal spotting in the Amazon Jungle to marveling before Iguazu Falls or debating the wonders of Easter Island – find a way to spend a couple of extra days in the ever-enchanting South America.

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Guide and traveller shake hands at Wadi Rum
Middle East

Travel a road that links antiquity with modernity, hear the melodic call to prayer drift over the hum of modern traffic, and marvel at 5000-year-old pyramids reflected in shining high-rise buildings only a decade old. Step into the exotic Middle East.

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Reviews

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Cape Town & Winelands

Jason · Traveled July 2024
This was an excellent trip and a great break in between to other camping treks it gave an excellent t insight to the area covering important sits and fantastic wineries with the allowance of plenty of free time. I will be recommending
Review submitted 27 Jul 2024

Masai Mara Walk

Emma · Traveled July 2024
Really well organised short trip if you want to do safari whilst in Kenya at a good price. Very well organised, responsible company, thoroughly enjoyed the trip! Tim was a great guide to have too!
Review submitted 17 Jul 2024

Sahara Mini Adventure

Jackson · Traveled July 2024
This trip was awesome! the Sahara Desert was breathtaking and the overall journey was amazing and well worth it
Review submitted 21 Jul 2024

Sahara Mini Adventure

Claudia · Traveled July 2024
I had been looking for a safe and comfortable way to experience Morroco and a trip to the dessert, and I came across Intrepid in a travel shop. I was delighted by the description of the tour, the people I met were fun and adventurous and our tour guide was exceptional, in history, culture and experience, the locals we met and the experience nourished my Soul..
Review submitted 19 Jul 2024

Kathmandu Valley Trek

HEATHER · Traveled July 2024
This was a great trek with opportunities to enjoy culture and nature. Ram was polite, attentive, and positive during the trek. The food was excellent and although it rained each day, the trek was overall a worthwhile experience.
Review submitted 13 Jul 2024