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Save 20% on Premium Tours with Intrepid Travel

Connect with the world and SAVE! Explore with Intrepid Travel in 2026 and Save 20% on Premium Tours. 

Book by Jul 31, 2026

If 2026 is the year you've promised yourself a meaningful adventure, now is the perfect time to make it happen. Whether you're dreaming of coastal walks in Portugal, hiking through Italy's stunning landscapes, or immersing yourself in the culture of Spain, Intrepid Travel and Direct Travel are making it easier to turn those travel plans into reality.

 

Save 20% on Select Premium Tours with Intrepid Travel
For a limited time, when you book with Direct Travel, you can save 20% on select Premium tours across some of Intrepid's most sought-after destinations departing in 2026. Don't delay, offer expires on July 31, 2026.


The best part? There's still plenty of time to travel in 2026. Whether you're planning a late-summer escape, a fall getaway, or an end-of-year adventure, this offer unlocks exceptional value on some of Intrepid's most immersive Premium experiences.

 

Premium SpainAug 29, 2026 (11 days)

Madrid to Barcelona
Theme: Explorer | Meals: 10 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Save 20% when you book select Premium Tours by July 31, 2026
Direct Travel Bonus: Book select Intrepid tours, and receive a FREE Urban Adventure (up to $100USD per person)

Walk in the footsteps of Gaudi and Picasso, taste fine wines and tapas and wander the white-washed villages that bring Spain to life. On this 11-day Premium journey from Madrid to Barcelona, you’ll see flamenco in Seville, taste paella in Valencia, feel the history of the Alhambra in Granada and discover the hidden corners of Cordoba. With a Feature Stay that displays authentic history and local culture and Signature Experiences that showcase this dynamic country's delicious cuisines and architectural history, you’re in for an adventure.

Accommodations: Hotel (8 nights), Feature stay (2 nights).

Premium PortugalSep 01, 2026 (8 days)

Lisbon to Porto
Theme: Explorer | Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunches, 2 Dinners
Save 20% when you book select Premium Tours by July 31, 2026
Direct Travel Bonus: Book select Intrepid tours, and receive a FREE Urban Adventure (up to $100USD per person)

From grand cities and medieval villages to sparkling coastlines, you’ll discover the best of Portugal on this eight-day Premium adventure. Starting in thriving Lisbon, go out in search of rich culture, delicious pastel de natas (Portuguese tarts) and some of the world’s best wines alongside a small group of like-minded travellers and a knowledgeable local leader. Discover the birthplace of port as you wine your way around the Douro Valley, touring wineries and staying in a gorgeous Feature Stay hotel among the rolling hills of the region. Then, step back in time at the ancient University of Coimbra and learn the secrets of Fado at an intimate live show. Take a tile-painting workshop, a full-day excursion of gorgeous Sintra and walk along cobblestoned streets that give you a glimpse into the past. This is Portugal!

Accommodations: Comfortable hotel (6 nights), Feature stay (1 night).

Premium Italy in DepthOct 15, 2026 (15 days)

Bari to Venice
Theme: Explorer | Meals: 13 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 7 Dinners
Save 20% when you book select Premium Tours by July 31, 2026
Direct Travel Bonus: Book select Intrepid tours, and receive a FREE Urban Adventure (up to $100USD per person)

This is your ticket to explore the best of Italy in just 15 days. From the ancient sites of Rome and visiting one of the Seven Wonders of the World – the Colosseum – to staying in the rolling vineyards of Tuscany to visiting the site of Pompeii with a local guide, this trip encompasses some of Italy's must-do experiences. You’ll visit ancient monuments, lively cities and sprawling vineyards, indulging in delicious traditional cuisine. Kick back on sparkling coastal beaches, get to know the locals and visit lesser-known spots with your knowledgeable local leader – what more could you ask for?

Accommodations: Comfortable Hotel (10 nights), Feature Stay (4 night).

Premium Walking & Hiking in MadeiraOct 18, 2026 (6 days)

Funchal to Arco de Sao Jorge
Theme: Walking & Trekking | Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners
Save 20% when you book select Premium Tours by July 31, 2026
Direct Travel Bonus: Book select Intrepid tours, and receive a FREE Urban Adventure (up to $100USD per person)

Set off on a six-day Premium hiking adventure through Madeira’s dramatic coastlines, volcanic landscapes and lush forests. Hike the 25 Fontes trail and visit Risco Waterfall, relax in natural volcanic rock pools at Porto Moniz, take in the sweeping ocean views on your hike to Vereda da Ponta de Sao Lourenco and hike to the highest point on the island on the Vereda do Pico do Ruivo. Along the way, visit small mountain villages, learn about the region’s local culture and indulge in Madeira’s most famous local produce, wine and rum. With its mild climate and diverse terrain, Madeira offers the perfect escape and hiking destination all year round.

Accommodations: Comfortable hotel (3 nights), Feature stay hotel (2 nights).

Terms & Conditions

All fares & offers are valid at the time of publication and are subject to change based on availability and other considerations.  20% off Select Premium Tours applies to new bookings made and deposited by Direct Travel advisors between 01JUL2026 00:01 EST to31JUL2026 23:59 PST, for trips departing between 01JUL2026 - 31DEC2026. For inclusions/exclusions, read the full terms and conditions. All offers apply to the land price only. Please see the website for full booking terms and conditions.