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Europe active adventure tours

Off the beaten path thrills with an old-world backdrop…

Europe is more than just the famous stuff you read about in guidebooks. It's about pedaling past timeworn farms in Slovenia's Julian Alps, kayaking over a Byzantine metropolis in the Turkish Mediterranean and hiking to a 17th-century mountain castle fueled by homemade Dalmatian brandy in the belly. Even the glacier views from Switzerland's Bernina Express train seem thick with legend. We're all about finding those epic adventures that your friends back home haven't experienced... let alone heard of. Ready? Let's do it.

Europe active adventure highlights

People hiking in the Pyrenees mountains
Hike in the pristine Pyrenees Mountains
For a tiny, landlocked country, Andorra offers a serious bounty of summer fun. Delve into the pristine Pyrenees Mountains and walk along a single track through forested slopes, where the scenery shifts from pine forest plants and rhododendrons in June, wild fruit in midsummer and mushrooms in September. Watch for thickset mountain horses grazing on the high slopes. Ascend to the Cabana Sorda Lake for lunch, which sits below an impressive amphitheater; from there, hardcore hikers can continue to the peak – sitting at around 8,530 feet – and be rewarded by bird’s eye views of the valley.
Group rafting on the river in Catalonia, Spain
Raft world-class whitewater rapids in Catalonia
The town of Sort, in Spain, translates to ‘good luck’ in Catalan, but you won’t need much of that when rafting around here. The local waterways are rated in the top five in the world for their optimal combination of safety and enjoyability. And the best bit is, they’re just a hop, skip and jump across the border from our adventure base in Andorra. Take a detour from the hiking and biking and enjoy a 9-mile stretch of exhilarating whitewater rapids. You’re in good hands with local guides, and, crucially, there’s a bar at rafting HQ for a well-earned tipple afterward.
Paklenica Nation Park, Croatia
Cycle the beech and black pine forests of Croatia
The rocky landscapes of Dalmatia were made for two-wheeled touring, and this stuff calls for some knobby tires. Jump into the saddle of a mountain bike, click on those suspension forks and hit the forests of Paklenica National Park. Just don’t let those views of serrated Velebit mountain peaks distract you too much – or the eagles, deer and bears. This is a land of untouched nature, eclectic wildlife, and zillions (OK, definitely thousands) of plant species, many of them endemic. Historic stone villages one minute and Adriatic Sea views the next… this is not your average MTB adventure.
Kayakers on the Amalfi Coast, Italy
Kayak along the picture-perfect Amalfi Coast
The beauty of Italy’s Amalfi Coast really comes alive when seen from the water. The walking trails linking the tiny villages, such as the famous Footpath of the Gods, are an absolute must; but kayaking is the way to go to soak up the postcard views of those colorful clusters of houses built into those much-photographed hills by the sea. The excursion ends up in the quaint little beach Santacroce, a secluded 328-foot-long strip of rugged Amalfi perfection. It’s the perfect spot for an afternoon aperitivo before the return paddle begins.

Why choose us

Adventure is in our genes

We’ve been running our active adventures for over a decade, which means we know the best local suppliers and experts on the ground to give you an exciting and safe experience.

Expert leaders

Don’t know what a carabiner is? Or how to secure a harness? No worries! Our experienced local leaders will show you the ropes and give you safety briefings – while also showing you the sights.

Safety first

Our leaders are specially trained to run active adventures, so you're well taken care of. We run safety assessments on all our activities to meet local standards as well as our own comprehensive safety policy.

Learn new skills

Our trips are about discovering a new destination and unlocking new skills – like horse riding, canyoneering or mountain biking. They're designed to teach you something new (and maybe even make you an enthusiast, too!).

Support the locals

We use travel as a force for good. We have close relationships with the communities we visit and always use local adventure providers on our trips. By traveling with us, you'll also be empowering local communities.

Sustainable travel

We strive to use travel as a force for good. That’s why we choose to give back to the communities we visit, carbon offset all our trips and take our social and environmental responsibilities seriously. We’ve been officially certified as the world’s largest travel B Corp, which means when you choose Intrepid Travel, you can rest assured you’re traveling to improve the planet.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 based on 188 reviews submitted.
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Andorra: Hike, Bike & Raft

Zeev · Traveled August 2024
Nick and Nuria were great leaders and planned well the week and balanced well the physical effort that was needed
Review submitted 29 Aug 2024

Andorra: Hike, Bike & Raft

George · Traveled August 2024
This is a fantastic trip with a great balance of activities. Previously I have done 2 cycle only Intrepid trips, and this one had the advantage of one base, which was really nice, and a good variety of activities, plus an excellent night of live music, hosted by the trip leader! I found this trip less physical than other trips, but nonetheless brilliant and improved my fitness.
Review submitted 30 Aug 2024

Slovenia: Hike, Bike & Raft

Stephanie · Traveled August 2024
Highly recommend this tour. Safe country with friendly people who love nature. Perfect for those looking for a fun & adventure filled trip.
Review submitted 17 Aug 2024

Slovenia: Hike, Bike & Raft

Lukas · Traveled August 2024
My excellent travel experience was greatly enhanced by the variety of activities and our group leader. The range of activities and the leadership of these activities by our group leader made it possible to experience and explore Slovenia in its different facets. As a result, it was possible to get to know Slovenia in a short time.
Review submitted 18 Aug 2024

Slovenia: Hike, Bike & Raft

Julie · Traveled July 2024
A superb trip in a beautiful country. We were lucky to have Sasa as our group leader and his thoughtful approach and local knowledge really enhanced the trip. Thank you intrepid and Sasa for a great adventure :)
Review submitted 02 Aug 2024
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