Worldwide family adventure holidays, made for thrill-seeking teens

Small-group family holidays are friendly, fun and great value. They’re a fantastic introduction to responsible travel for older kids and teenagers too. Plus, nobody packs their trips with more active adventure than the experts at Intrepid Travel.

If you’re ready to share some fantastic experiences with your (almost) young adults, have a look at these ten worldwide family tours Intrepid have planned for 2018.

1/10  Vietnam Active Family Holiday 

Although it’s historic, beautiful and cultured, Vietnam also has the potential to be Asia’s most fantastic adventure playground. Unleash the fun for older children and teens on nine high-energy days in the company of Vietnam experts,Intrepid Travel.

Holiday highlights

• Tour thrilling Hanoi by bus and bike.
• Cycle round the lovely Luong Son countryside and get to know local villagers.
• Take a guided bike tour of Ninh Binh Province: land of rice paddies and limestone karsts.
• Swim in the South China Sea and sleep overnight in a Chinese Junk.
• Kayak round phenomenal Ha Long Bay.
• Mix cycling and walking to explore the wonders of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Hoi An.
• Learn how to fish with the experts in the shrimp ponds at Cua Dai Beach.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

2/10  South Africa Family Safari

Big Five safaris in South Africa are more than just astonishing wildlife experiences, they also offer amazing insight into some of the world’s most important conservation initiatives. 12 days with Intrepid Travel is a good, fun balance of adventure and education for older kids and teenagers.

Holiday highlights

• Spend time in Johannesburg and fascinating Soweto.
• Experience Big Five game drives in Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park.
• Stay in eco-lodges and camp under the stars.
• Kayak Kosi Bay and visit Zulu villages.
• Bush walk in Hlane Royal National Park.
• Venture out on morning and evening game drives in Kruger National Park.
• Explore the famous Bourke’s Luck Potholes and hike the trails, or fly through the tree tops, in Blyde River Canyon.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

3/10  Inca Trail Family Holiday

One of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu is on just about every family’s to-do list. Join Intrepid Travel on the Inca Trail, trek to the legendary ruins and discover all sorts of other marvels across 14 days of in-depth Peruvian exploration.

Holiday Highlights

• Tour around fascinating Lima in the company of locals.
• Explore the amazing Andean city of Cuzco, gateway to Machu Picchu.
• Go mountain biking and zip-lining in the Andes.
• Venture into the breathtakingly lovely Sacred Valley.
• Cycle round the Maras Salt Flats and stay with villagers in colourful Chinchero.
• Take the challenge of four day’s trekking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
• Walk the edge of the Amazon Rainforest, and camp under the stars.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

4/10  Summer Pyrenees Holiday

Summer in the Pyrenees is heaven for active teenagers, and everything from white water rafting to mountain bike challenges are up for grabs, on this eight-day adventure through sunny Andorra with Intrepid Travel.

Holiday highlights

• Climb to the summit of imposing Pic Maia.
• Cycle and hike round the Cortals Valley.
• Go horse riding, ziplining or try Via Ferrata in Canillo Family Park.
• Try white water rafting on the Noguera River.
• Take a guided mountain bike tour of The Iron Route.
• Hike the Incles Valley to Cabana Sorda Lake.
• Laze in La Caldea thermal baths.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

5/10  Croatian Active Holiday

Croatia’s incredible Dalmatian Coast is home to eight days of exhilarating adventure with Intrepid Travel. Diverse doesn’t even begin to describe this beautiful part of Europe, meaning older kids can look forward to anything from sea kayaking and canoe safaris to exploring UNESCO World Heritage National Parks.

Holiday highlights

• Hike with local guides in Paklenika National Park, Europe’s top climbing site.
• Try canoe safaris and white water rafting on the Zrmaja River.
• Go sea kayaking on the Adriatic.
• Visit spectacular Plitvice Lakes National Park.
• Tour Zadar, the ancient capital of Dalmatia.
• Mountain bike in the Velebit foothills.
• Take guided tours of Manita Cave or enjoy wine tasting in Nadin Village.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

6/10  Summer Iceland Family Adventure

Iceland will take your teenagers breath away. How it’s possible to pack so many natural phenomena into one small country is hard to understand, but what’s even more remarkable is how easy it is to explore. Enjoy an eight-day family adventure with Intrepid Travel next summer and see for yourself.

Holiday highlights

• Tour the world famous Golden Circle route.
• Visit Gullfoss, the Strokkur Geyser and Þingvellir National Park.
• Spend a day at the legendary Blue Lagoon.
• Try rafting on the Hvita River.
• Sail between icebergs on Glacier Lagoon.
• Explore Skaftafell National Park.
• Get to know Reykjavik.
• Visit lava caves, Viking villages and volcano museums.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

7/10  Costa Rica Family Adventure

Costa Rica is South America’s eco-icon, home to some of the world’s rarest wildlife and haven for all seven species of sea turtles. Spend eight amazing days with Intrepid Travel as your family adventure right to the heart of this tiny, but enchanting country.

Holiday highlights

• Discover the riches of the past in San José’s Pre-Colombian Gold Museum.
• Get to grips with the lively Arenal and Poás Volcanos.
• Soar through the cloud forest at Monteverde.
• Head out on daring crocodile safaris.
• Jungle trek through Manuel Antonio National Park.
• Play on Pacific beaches and swim in the sea.
• Meet the locals at San José Mercado Central.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

8/10  Borneo Family Holiday

The astonishing jungles of Borneo are the type of wild experiences older kids dream about; teeming with creatures from endearing orangutans to forests of fireflies. Plus, they’re easier to explore than you might imagine, especially with the expert guidance of Intrepid Travel.

Holiday highlights

• Go hiking in spectacular Kinabalu National Park.
• Cruise overnight on the wildlife-rich Kinabatangan River.
• Meet Borneo’s most famous forest dwellers at Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary.
• Visit the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre and Labuk Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary.
• Spend days on paradise Manukan Island.
• Snorkel or scuba around Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine National Park’s coral reefs.
• Get to know Kota Kinabalu, Borneo’s seaside city on the edge of the jungle.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

9/10  Family Thailand, Laos and Vietnam Holiday

Capture the essence of the world’s most remarkable continent on a multi-faceted country-hopping adventure between Thailand, Vietnam and little-known Laos. It’s a busy 16 days, even for teens, but Intrepid Travel’s pockets of downtime give everyone space to catch their breath.

Holiday highlights

• Explore Bangkok from street markets to canals.
• Discover the ancient secrets of Thailand’s most famous northern city, Chiang Mai.
• Cruise the Mekong River in northern Laos.
• Visit the Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si Waterfalls in Luang Prabang.
• Get to know charming Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
• Experience everything from Chinese Junks and tuk-tuks to Asia’s famous trains.
• Explore thrilling Hanoi and sail round Ha Long Bay.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

10/10  Cambodia Family Holiday

Eight days in Cambodia gives teenagers time in bustling Phnom Penh, space to absorb the French colonial charm of Battambang, hours to wander through magnificent Siem Reap, and as long as they need to be awe-struck by immense Angkor Wat.

Holiday highlights

• Tour sensational Phnom Penh by tuk-tuk and tricycle.
• Island hop on the Mekong River.
• Explore the colonial city of Battambang and have dinner as guests of a local family.
• Cycle round the countryside or catch a ride on a Bamboo Train.
• Discover the wonders of UNESCO World Heritage Angkor Wat, and spot the temple monkeys.
• Spend an evening at Phare: the Cambodian Circus.
• See the protected wildlife at Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity.

To find out more call 0330 808 5410 or go to the Intrepid Travel website.

Intrepid Travel are fantastic fun for older kids and teenagers, and just as amazing for under 10’s too. Take a look at their easy-going small group family holidays for younger children in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas.