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Trip Styles

Different styles of travel - for an adventure that’s right for you

Intrepid travellerEvery Intrepid trip has been designed to give travellers an interactive, grassroots travel experience. But over the years we've also developed several trip styles to cater for a diverse range of interests and budgets. Our Basix, Original and Comfort trips will each immerse you in cultures very different from your own, but in a different way. That's why it's important to consider which style best suits you. 

Also remember, while we do everything in our power to give you the best holiday possible, we won't shield you from the cultural differences, inefficiencies and frustrations that are a part of the places we visit - and sometimes travel in general! The emphasis on an Intrepid tour is on getting out there and experiencing the real world - in all its crazy, wonderful glory!

We offer a range of styles to suit your needs:
Original traveller

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Request a brochure		   As classic Intrepid adventures, Original tours mix included activities with free time to explore at your own pace. Original travellers have a desire to make the most of their vacation time and really get to know a place, its people and cultures.

While the occasional meal may be included, you'll have the freedom to seek out your own culinary adventures. Accommodation is generally budget or tourist class (2-3 star), but you're just as likely to wind up as a guest of a local family as staying in a hotel. Transport will vary as well. Depending on the destination and the itinerary you could find yourself travelling on anything from a camel to a train or a private safari vehicle. It's all part of the adventure!

Accommodation
- Budget or tourist class (2-3 star) accommodation with private facilities.
- Some accommodation may be on a multishare basis.
- On camping trips, you'll be required to set up your own tent, but usually you'll be staying in permanent tented camps.

Group leader
Yes, a leader will accompany every trip.

Group size
Usually a maximum of 12 travellers.

   Included activities
Your time is balanced between free time and included activities that help you experience things you wouldn't be able to on your own.


Included meals
A few meals may be included. Meals will be included on some camping trips, any homestay accommodation we may use and in some remote areas.

Single supplement
Single travellers can share with someone of the same gender or pay a single supplement. Please note, when paying a single supplement there may be the occasional night, such as on a homestay, where a single room isn't available.

 
Basix traveller

Find a Basix trip

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Expect amazing experiences, but without paying for a stack of inclusions you may not want. While these trips are ideal for first-time travellers seeking fun and independence with the support of a group leader, they're also ideal for independent travellers looking to make the most of their hoilday time with minimum hassle and maximum experiences.

You'll enjoy budget (1-2 star) accommodation, plenty of free time, activities that are optional and the freedom to choose meals to suit your budget. On some camping trips you may be required to set up your own tent. On a Basix journey, the way you travel is all part of the adventure. Depending on the destination and the itinerary, you could find yourself travelling on anything from a donkey to a bus or a private safari vehicle.

Accommodation
- Budget (1-2 star) accommodation with some shared facilities.
- Some accommodation may be on a multishare basis.
- On camping trips, you'll be required to put up your own tent.

Group leader
Yes, a leader will accompany every trip.

Group size
Usually a maximum of 12-16 travellers.		   Included activities
Your leader will facilitate many opportunities to interact with locals and experience their world up close. Depending on the itinerary this may mean a market visit or walking tour. There are also plenty of optional activities on offer, so you can choose how to spend your time and your money.

Included meals
A few meals may be included. On camping trips your meals may be included and you might even be pitching in to cook, clean and shop for your food.

Single supplement
Not available. Single travellers share with someone of the same gender.

 
Comfort traveller

Find a Comfort trip

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If you want the whole grassroots experience with more inclusions, meals and creature comforts. Along the way, you'll really experience the destination up close. You'll mingle with locals, enjoy a taste of their way of life and gain special insights from your leader. This isn't luxury travel, but real world experiences - just with a softer landing!

Accommodation is predominantly tourist class (3-4 star), on some itineraries there's the opportunity to stay with a local family, spend the night on a train or camp out in exotic places (without putting up your own tent of course).

Accommodation
- Tourist class (3-4 star) accommodation with private facilities.
- Some unique accommodation experiences, such as a homestay, may be on a multishare basis.
- On camping trips, you won't be required to put up your own tent.

Group leader
Yes, a leader will accompany every trip.

Group size
Usually a maximum of 12 travellers.		   Included activities
While we have some free time for you to explore at your own pace, we have taken the hassle out of your travel by including many activities.

Included meals
Some meals are included. Visit some of our favourite restaurants with your group to get a taste of the region. Meals will also be included on camping trips and any homestays we may use.

Single supplement
Single travellers share with someone of the same gender or pay a single supplement. Please note, when paying a single supplement there may be an occasional night, such as on a homestay, where a single room isn't available.

 

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