Intrepid Travel has unveiled a new Premium Walking and Trekking trip range for travellers seeking a higher end adventure on some of the world’s best hiking trails.
Spanning five continents and ranging from three to nine days, the 10 new Premium trips feature hikes through Italy, Madeira, Vietnam, Nepal, Morocco, Peru, Jordan and the US.
Since its 2022 launch, Premium has become Intrepid’s fastest growing travel style, while sales of its well-established Walking and Trekking range have surged nearly ninefold. This new range blends day hikes with elevated experiences to meet this growing demand.
Erica Kritikides, general manager of experiences at Intrepid Travel, said: “In recent years we’ve seen growing demand for active travel, as well as rising interest in the elevated stays offered on our Premium trips. Our new Premium Walking and Trekking range is a natural and exciting evolution – bringing together the best of both worlds for travellers who embody Intrepid’s adventurous spirit but don’t want to compromise on comfort. It is designed for those who are eager to take on the challenge of some of the world’s most iconic walking trails yet appreciate a softer landing at the end of the day, plus the exceptional experiences that set these journeys apart.”
The new trips are:
Premium Walking and Hiking in Vietnam (9 days): Wander through lush valleys and rice terraces of northern Vietnam, passing limestone peaks, bamboo groves and hamlets surrounded by rice terraces. Enjoy feature stays in two of the highest regarded eco-resorts in the country.
Premium Hiking and Trekking in Morocco (9 days): Stay in a riad in Marrakech before hiking through the Tiziane Valley in the High Atlas Mountains and coastal Essaouira with hiking along cliffs, sand dunes and shorelines.
Premium Hiking and Trekking in Nepal’s Annapurna Region (8 days): Stay in the best quality trekking lodges in Nepal in the Annapurna Mountain range, passing through rural villages and crossing suspension bridges dotted with prayer flags.
Premium Walking and Hiking in Madeira (6 days): Hike to Pico Ruivo, the highest point of the archipelago for views of the island’s volcanic landscapes and beaches.
Premium Walking and Hiking on Italy’s Amalfi Coast (7 days): Hike up a volcano and take in coastal views over the Adriatic on the Path of the Gods.
Premium Walking and Trekking in the Dolomites (6 days): Stay in a boutique locally-run hotel in the heart of the Dolomites, hiking beneath its jagged peaks on the mountain paths of the Tre Cime de Lavaredo hike and the lakeside walks around Lake Federa.
Premium Walking and Hiking in Peru (7 days): Day hike on the Inca Trail, finishing at the Sun Gate of Machu Picchu, while staying at boutique hotels and enjoying some of the best local food the region has to offer.
Premium Walking and Hiking in Jordan (7 days): From desert camps to an eco-lodge, hike through the rugged and deserted beauty of Jordan’s unique Dana Biosphere Reserve and Petra, while enjoying the best of Jordanian food, wine and hospitality.
Premium Hiking in the Grand Canyon (3 days): Hike the best trails in the Grand Canyon while staying in the El Tovar Hotel on the South Rim.
Premium Walking and Hiking in Yellowstone (5 days): Enjoy mountain scenery, geysers, and wildlife viewing while staying in a hotel just moments from the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone.
From Basix to Original, Comfort and Premium, Intrepid offers four travel styles designed to suit different budgets, comfort levels and travel preferences. While Intrepid offers 65 walking, hiking and trekking trips across its Basix and Original travel styles, these 10 new trips are the first in the Premium style, which formerly was only available for Explorer and Wildlife categories. The new Premium Walking and Trekking trips are available to book now and will depart from January 2026.
