We’ve been pioneering classic adventures for 50 years and are always on the lookout for fresh takes on popular adventure travel experiences. Not only does this help open up new regions to travel but it gives our intrepid travelers, especially those who’ve done it all, something new to sink their teeth into! Check out these 10 modern alternatives to some of our best classic trips.
Overview
- Rafting the Middle Fork of the Salmon River > Colorado River Cataract Canyon Rafting Adventure
- Hiker’s Patagonia > Chile Patagonia National Park Trek
- Treasures of Iran > Iraqi Kurdistan Adventure
- Trekking in the Cordillera Blanca > Trekking in the Cordillera Real
- Istra to Veneto: A Culinary Route > Tastes of Provence
- The Chomolhari Trek in Bhutan > The Bumthang Owl Trek
- Galapagos Wildlife Adventure Cruise > Galapagos & Amazon Epic Family Adventure
- National Parks of the Southwest > Sonoran Desert Meditation & Yoga Retreat
- Tour du Mont Blanc > Italy Best of the Dolomites Hiking
- England Coast to Coast > A Walk in the Cotswolds
1. Rafting the Middle Fork of the Salmon River > Colorado River Cataract Canyon Rafting Adventure
Looking for a summer rafting adventure beyond Idaho’s Middle Fork of the Salmon River? Then why not head to Utah for a thrilling Cataract Canyon rafting journey through the red-rock landscape of Canyonlands National Park.
2. Hiker’s Patagonia > Chile Patagonia National Park Trek
Tried-and-tested Hiker’s Patagonia is the perfect way to explore the glacial wonderland of Chile’s Torres del Paine NP and Argentina’s Los Glaciares NP. Done that? Then go deeper into Chile on our epic adventure in Jeinimeni National Reserve and Parque Patagonia.
3. Treasures of Iran > Iraqi Kurdistan Adventure
Our classic 15-day multi-day adventure in Iran showcases the country’s rich textured past and explores the fascinating cities of Shiraz, Yazd, Isfahan—and beyond!
4. Trekking in the Cordillera Blanca > Trekking in the Cordillera Real
Experience the extraordinary beauty of Peru’s Cordillera Blanca on our high-altitude trek for experienced hikers—first scouted by MT Sobek in 1988. For a new ultimate challenge head to Bolivia’s Cordillera Real, one of the most isolated, unpopulated mountain ranges in the world!
5. Istra to Veneto: A Culinary Route > Tastes of Provence
Blend gastronomic delights with hearty hikes on two Mediterranean adventures. Our classic Istria to Veneto route traces Croatia’s Istrian Peninsula, Slovenia’s Julian Alps, and Italy’s Friuli-Venezia-Giulia region, while our new trip takes your tastebuds to new levels in France.
6. The Chomolhari Trek in Bhutan > The Bumthang Owl Trek
Many travelers return from Bhutan looking for the chance to go back. Those who’ve done the ultimate challenge Chomolhari Trek can dial down the activity level with a fantastic new adventure in Bhutan that combines cultural immersion with a 3-day trek on the Bumthang Owl Trail.
7. Galapagos Wildlife Adventure Cruise > Galapagos & Amazon Epic Family Adventure
As our most popular adventure of all time, we know that the Galapagos is a much-loved staple of our adventure travel community. Time to take the kids? Our new Galapagos & Amazon family journey joins two wildlife wonders into one incredible itinerary, great for ages 6 to 96!
8. National Parks of the Southwest > Sonoran Desert Meditation & Yoga Retreat
Maximize your time with our ultimate Southwest adventure, which journeys through three treasured national parks—Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, and Zion—in just one week. Or, you can slow the pace down with a new Sonoran Desert retreat in the heart of Arizona.
9. Tour du Mont Blanc > Italy Best of the Dolomites Hiking
The classic 10-day circuit of the Mont Blanc massif is a must for every serious hiker and an adventure favorite every year. Try something new by heading east to Italy’s Dolomites, including the stunning Tre Cime di Lavaredo loop.
10. England Coast to Coast > A Walk in the Cotswolds
Go back in time as you hike England’s classic coast-to-coast trail, following all 192 miles of the original “West-to-East” route through the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, and North Yorkshire Moors National Parks. Our newer Walk in the Cotswolds offers the same quintessential English charm at a more relaxed pace.
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