1-800-935-2620 Speak to a Tour Expert

Dates & Prices

Start Date End Date OffersBrochure
Land Price
Quote
From
Sunday,
Apr 09, 2023
To
Saturday,
Apr 22, 2023
Deals$3,279Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Apr 16, 2023
To
Saturday,
Apr 29, 2023
Deals$3,279Get Quote
From
Sunday,
May 14, 2023
To
Saturday,
May 27, 2023
Deals$3,724Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Aug 06, 2023
To
Saturday,
Aug 19, 2023
Deals$4,262Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Sep 03, 2023
To
Saturday,
Sep 16, 2023
Deals$4,097Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Sep 10, 2023
To
Saturday,
Sep 23, 2023
Deals$4,097Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Sep 17, 2023
To
Saturday,
Sep 30, 2023
Deals$4,217Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Sep 24, 2023
To
Saturday,
Oct 07, 2023
Deals$4,097Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Nov 05, 2023
To
Saturday,
Nov 18, 2023
Deals$4,262Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Nov 12, 2023
To
Saturday,
Nov 25, 2023
Deals$4,422Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Nov 19, 2023
To
Saturday,
Dec 02, 2023
Deals$4,422Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Nov 26, 2023
To
Saturday,
Dec 09, 2023
Deals$4,422Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Dec 03, 2023
To
Saturday,
Dec 16, 2023
Deals$4,422Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Dec 10, 2023
To
Saturday,
Dec 23, 2023
Deals$4,422Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Dec 17, 2023
To
Saturday,
Dec 30, 2023
Deals$4,422Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Dec 24, 2023
To
Saturday,
Jan 06, 2024
Deals$4,422Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Jan 07, 2024
To
Saturday,
Jan 20, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Jan 14, 2024
To
Saturday,
Jan 27, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Jan 21, 2024
To
Saturday,
Feb 03, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Jan 28, 2024
To
Saturday,
Feb 10, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Feb 04, 2024
To
Saturday,
Feb 17, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Feb 11, 2024
To
Saturday,
Feb 24, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Feb 18, 2024
To
Saturday,
Mar 02, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Mar 03, 2024
To
Saturday,
Mar 16, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Mar 10, 2024
To
Saturday,
Mar 23, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Mar 17, 2024
To
Saturday,
Mar 30, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Mar 24, 2024
To
Saturday,
Apr 06, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Mar 31, 2024
To
Saturday,
Apr 13, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Apr 07, 2024
To
Saturday,
Apr 20, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Apr 14, 2024
To
Saturday,
Apr 27, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Apr 21, 2024
To
Saturday,
May 04, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Apr 28, 2024
To
Saturday,
May 11, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
May 12, 2024
To
Saturday,
May 25, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Jun 16, 2024
To
Saturday,
Jun 29, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Jul 07, 2024
To
Saturday,
Jul 20, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Jul 21, 2024
To
Saturday,
Aug 03, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Aug 04, 2024
To
Saturday,
Aug 17, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Aug 18, 2024
To
Saturday,
Aug 31, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Sep 01, 2024
To
Saturday,
Sep 14, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Sep 08, 2024
To
Saturday,
Sep 21, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Sep 15, 2024
To
Saturday,
Sep 28, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Sep 22, 2024
To
Saturday,
Oct 05, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Nov 03, 2024
To
Saturday,
Nov 16, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Nov 10, 2024
To
Saturday,
Nov 23, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Nov 17, 2024
To
Saturday,
Nov 30, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Nov 24, 2024
To
Saturday,
Dec 07, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Dec 01, 2024
To
Saturday,
Dec 14, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Dec 08, 2024
To
Saturday,
Dec 21, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Dec 15, 2024
To
Saturday,
Dec 28, 2024
Deals$4,177Get Quote
From
Sunday,
Dec 22, 2024
To
Saturday,
Jan 04, 2025
Deals$4,177Get Quote

Promotions

Call or submit a quote for award-winning value and service!

Lock it in with $99 Deposit

Mention Promo Code: PT6767
Promotion Image

Lock it in with $99 Deposit

Lock it in with $99 Deposit

Promotion Details
Whether you’re dreaming of diving into an adventure in Jordan, eating your way through South Korea or basking in the toasty Italian sun, Intrepid has dropped their deposits so you can make it happen in 2023. Don’t wait. Plan your next people and planet-friendly adventure with just $99 this March. Plus receive our AffordableTours.com everyday 5% savings. (Not all dates or itineraries will qualify, please contact your travel consultant for applicable vacations.)
Must Book By Fri, Mar 31, 2023
View Promotion Terms & Conditions ›

The $99 “low deposit” Intrepid Travel offer applies to new bookings made between 12:01am EST 1 March 2023 – 23:59pm PST 31 March 2023, for trips departing before 31 December 2023. Full payment is due 56 days before departure, unless otherwise stated on Intrepid Travel’s Booking Conditions. This offer is valid for bookings made in the following currencies only: USD $99, CAD $99. All other currencies are not eligible. The $99 deposit can be paid towards any Intrepid Travel small group adventure trip, excluding the following:
a) All polar trips in the Arctic and Antarctic;
b) Tailor-Made Experiences;
c) Short Break Adventures (including Urban Adventures trips)
d) Gorilla Trek permit trips: YXOG, YXOCC, YXOGC, YGSGC, YXOIC, YXOFC, UBODC, YXOEC, UXODC, YGPU, YGPKC, YGSUS;
e) Inca Trail permit trips: GGTA, GGTBC, GGSEC, GGYM, GGTWC, GGHC, GGSQ, GGSA, GGSYC, GGSF, GGYP, GGYBC, GGSAC, GGKY, GGYDC, GGYA, GGKIC, GGSFC, GGBNC, GGBTC, GGBZC, GGYC, GGSD, GGSGC;
f) Australia trips operated by ATA and KWE: PKBB-B, PKBB-O, PKBL-B, PKBL-O, PKOW-O, PKOL-B, PKOL-O, PKOW-B, PKRB, PKFK, PAR3-O, PAR3Y-O, PAR3-B, PAR3Y-B, PP10, PB10, PBD10, PDB10, PBP10, PNTW6-B, PNTW6-O, PIXC;
h) New Zealand trips operated by Haka: PHRI, PHRN, PHRO, PHRS, PHRWC, PHRXC, PHRYC, PHRZC, PHRUC, PHKN, PHKO, PHKS, PHKYZ, PHKZC;
i) United States trips operated by Wildland Trekking; SKXZ, SKXU, SKXA, SKXL, SKXJ, SKXD, SKXWG, SKXWR, SKXWY, SKXWS, SKXWM, SKXV, SKXCW, SKXW, SKXY, SKXI, SKXE, SKXH, SKXO, SKXB;
j) Canada trips operated by Adventure Canada: SBKA, SBKN, SBKH, SBKG;
The $99 offer is not combinable with any other promotion or discount unless specified. Multiple $99 deposit bookings must not overlap in travel dates, however consecutive $99 deposit bookings are permitted. Offer applies to land element of tour only and cannot be redeemed against flights, additional accommodation, transfers or travel insurance. $99 deposit amount is payable per person, per trip. The trip is subject to availability and confirmation by Intrepid Travel at time of booking. If you wish to cancel and rebook your trip or change dates outside the promotional period, you will be required to pay the full deposit towards the new trip. Intrepid Travel’s vaccination policy applies. Except as set out expressly above, Intrepid Travel’s Booking Conditions apply. Additional restrictions may apply.

Last Minute Travel Deals

Mention Promo Code: PT7580
Promotion Image

Last Minute Travel Deals

Last Minute Travel Deals

Promotion Details
For a limited time, select departures discounted from original price. You'll have to be quick though, these discounts are one-off deals that can disappear at any time. You'll need to pay in full at the time of booking. But other than that, there's nothing stopping you from jumping headfirst into a last-minute adventure. Plus as always receive our AffordableTours.com 5% extra savings. Discount is reflected on website pricing. Not all dates will qualify, please contact your Travel Consultant for full details.
Must Book By Fri, Mar 31, 2023
View Promotion Terms & Conditions ›

Valid on select departure dates only. Discount is reflected on website pricing. Offer is capacity controlled and may be modified or withdrawn at any time. Applicable to new bookings only. Other restrictions may apply.

Itinerary

Book With Flexibility

  • Peace of Mind
    Avoid fees and frustration with cancellations up to 56 days before departure on select eligible trips and easy deposit transfer.
  • Change Destination / Vacation
    Change to a different destination or vacation.
  • Change Dates
    Choose new departure dates if your plans change.
  • Great Service
    Award-winning service, low prices, client satisfaction

Tour Itinerary

Encounter a country that radiates warmth - from its glorious sunshine to its scorching cuisine and incredibly kind people. This 14-day Premium adventure through Sri Lanka will take you straight to the heart of the country's wealth of cultural riches. Explore the ancient ruins of past civilizations, search for rare and beautiful animals, relax on palm-fringed beaches and receive a welcoming embrace from the locals. A shining gem in the Indian ocean, the teardrop isle will bring nothing but smiles.

Countries Visited

Sri Lanka

  1. Day 1
    Negombo
    Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo, you will be met by an Intrepid representative and transferred to your hotel in nearby Negombo. Here you will meet your leader and fellow travellers during a 6pm welcome meeting. If you arrive early, perhaps take some time to relax on the golden-sand beach under a canopy of blue sky. After your welcome meeting, your leader will take you to a local home for a delicious seafood dinner. Sri Lankan food is famous for its rich scents, spices and flavours, and this evening you’ll find out why as you sample fresh seafood and local favourites like pol sambol (a tasty coconut dish) and roast paan (crispy roasted bread). Learn the secrets of Sri Lankan cuisine as your taste buds go on a journey.
    Meals:   Dinner
  2. Day 2
    Dambulla / Sigiriya
    Rise early this morning for a visit to the Negombo fish market. Morning is the best time to visit the market – your leader will help you navigate the organised frenzy of vendors displaying delicacies like crab, lobsters, and squid. Say goodbye to Negombo and make the drive to Dambulla, where you'll spend the next three nights. Settle in to your hotel then in the late afternoon, head out for one of the highlights of any visit to Sri Lanka, a visit to the magnificent palace of Sigiriya (Lion Rock). This dramatic rocky outcrop, rising from the surrounding plains is topped by a ruined palace. It's a good workout to get to the top – your leader will share stories of the ancient civilisation who once lived atop the rock as you climb, and the sight at the top makes it well worth it. In the evening, return to Dambulla for a Sri Lankan style barbecue dinner. Tuck into a delicious array of fresh grilled fish, meat and vegetables, and watch a demonstration on how to make chilli and coconut sambol, so you can recreate the taste of Sri Lanka at home.
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  3. Day 3
    Dambulla / Anuradhapura
    Today you will head to Anuradhapura, the northern point of Sri Lanka’s ‘cultural triangle’, which also contains Polonnaruwa to the east and Kandy to the south-west. This area is bursting with stunning temples and sites of cultural and religious importance. The city of Anuradhapura is one of the country’s most historically significant places and its first ancient capital. Take a step back in time as your leader guides you through the giant stupas of Ruwanweliseya and Jetawanaramaya, and ponder the rise and fall of ancient civilisations as you explore crumbling temples and ruins. Pay a visit to the Sri Maha Bodhi Tree Temple – home to a sacred bodhi tree planted in 236, believed to be the oldest human-planted tree in the world. Stop by the ancient temple of Isurumuniya and see its beautiful carvings that tell stories that are thousands of years old. Return to Dambulla for an evening at leisure.
    Meals:   Breakfast
  4. Day 4
    Dambulla / Polonnaruwa
    After breakfast you will make your way to Polonnaruwa to continue your explorations of the cultural triangle. Following Anuradhapura as the Sinhalese and Chola capital in the 10th century, the area is strewn with ancient riches, in better condition than the ruins of its predecessor. Discover well-preserved temples, tombs and stupas in Polonnaruwa’s Quadrangle complex – it’s not hard to imagine what this place looked like in all its former glory. Visit the remains of the seven-story palace built by King Parakramabahu, the rock temple of Gal Vihara, the giant stupa of Rankot Vihara and the ancient Buddha image house of Lankatilaka, covered in intricate carvings and housing a towering statue of Buddha. Stop by the incredible statue of Parakrama I, at 100 metres tall this is a truly impressive sight. Later in the afternoon, head back for a final evening in Dambulla, where you may like to enjoy a refreshing drink by the lake.
    Meals:   Breakfast
  5. Day 5
    Kandy
    This morning you will take a short drive to the incredible Dambulla Cave Temple. Here you’ll discover five caves filled with around 150 beautiful statues and paintings of Buddha – some as many as 2000 years old. Explore the magical cave complex as your leader explains why this World Heritage-listed site has been a place of worship for thousands of years. In the afternoon, start your journey to Kandy. Along the way, stop off in the city of Matale where you will visit a local spice garden and learn about the spices that have played such an important role in Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage. Continue on to Kandy where you’ll have a free evening to explore. Though it’s the second-largest city in the country, Kandy maintains a laidback atmosphere. Perhaps take a peaceful stroll around the city’s centrepiece lake, or ask your leader where you can get your hands on a tasty Sri Lankan curry.
    Meals:   Breakfast
  6. Day 6
    Kandy
    This morning, meet with a local botanist and enjoy their expert insight as you take a guided tour of the Royal Botanical Garden. Your guide will help you spot Yellow Fronted Barbets, Layards Parakeets and Sri Lankan Hanging Parrots, and introduce you to an unbelievable array of orchids. You will also pay a visit to the gem museum and lapidary, where you can learn about the history of gem mining in Sri Lanka and see how gems are turned into beautiful pieces of jewellery. Today’s lunch is particularly special as you will dine at Hela Bojun, a social enterprise founded by the Sri Lankan government to empower, train and employ women from rural communities. In the afternoon you will be welcomed into the home of a local dancer where you’ll have the unique opportunity to watch an exclusive cultural performance in an intimate environment. This evening, visit the famous Temple of the Tooth Relic. Located in the heart of town, this is the most important shrine in the country, housing a relic of a tooth of Buddha taken from his funeral pyre. Arrive in time and you may have the chance to witness the pooja, a small ceremony of reverence involving drummers and dancers.
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  7. Day 7
    Nuwara Eliya
    Depart Kandy and board a morning train bound for Nuwara Eliya. Nestled even deeper into tea plantation country, Nuwara Eliya sits at an elevation of 1800 metres, making it one of the coolest regions in Sri Lanka. Favoured by the Scots and English during the colonial-era, remnants of the past can be seen in sculpted gardens and manor homes decorating the city today. On arrival, enjoy some time to explore the charming town before heading to your accommodation. Tucked away among tea plantations and scenic hills is the Grand Hotel, a gorgeous National Heritage Property first established in 1891, and your Feature Stay for the next two nights. A nod to the colonial history of the region, rooms are classically beautiful with all modern amenities included. At its core is the hotel’s sustainable practices – they’ve eliminated single use plastic and are striving for a zero-waste future. This afternoon, enjoy a marvellous high tea experience at your hotel. Converted from the former home of a British governor, the hotel now offers up an impressive selection of tea, paired with delightful finger food and confectionary. This evening perhaps take the time to explore the hotel’s palatial gardens, or settle in for a first-class dining experience at the excellent on-site restaurant.
    Meals:   Breakfast
  8. Day 8
    Nuwara Eliya
    Make a morning visit to the Pedro Tea Estate. Built in 1885, this fascinating factory still features some original pieces of machinery. You’ll have a new appreciation for your humble morning brew after learning about the production process and discovering how the finest tea leaves are transformed into Ceylon black tea. If touring the factory inspires a thirst, you’ll have the chance to sample some of the final product yourself. Then head to the sky-scraping Single Tree temple and embark on a short 40-minute hike, taking in spectacular views of the surrounding hills and tea fields. After your hike, sit down for a well-deserved lunch at the prestigious Nuwara Eliya Golf Club – one of the oldest golf clubs in Asia.
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  9. Day 9
    Yala National Park
    This morning, make your way to the sacred town of Kataragama. On the way there, make a stop at a beautiful small town in the highlands, Ella. Here, visit Ella Gap which offers beautiful vistas out across the plains. In the evening, head to Yala National Park, Sri Lanka's premier wildlife reserve. Here you’ll board a 4x4 and embark on a safari through open grasslands, lush forest and tranquil lagoons. Your guide will carefully listen out for the rustling of concealed animals that would go unnoticed by those not in the know. There's a good chance of spotting crocodiles, elephants, monkeys and buffaloes and if you are lucky, you may even spot a leopard – the park is considered one of the best places in the world to see these ever-elusive beauties. After an exciting day of wildlife spotting, retire to your resort for dinner. Located near the less-visited back gate of Yala National Park, your tranquil accommodation offers quick access to wildlife, without the large coaches frequently found at the front gates.
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  10. Day 10
    Yala National Park
    Today you will enjoy another safari in Yala National Park. As Sri Lanka’s second largest national park, there’s so much to uncover here. Perhaps take the chance to do some birdwatching; Yala is home to some 215 bird species, including the?Sri Lanka Wood Pigeon, Painted Stork and Crimson-fronted Barbet. Keep an eye out for prideful peacocks strutting their way through the park. If Yala is closed today, the group will visit the fantastic Bundala National Park instead. Enjoy an included dinner at your resort this evening.
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  11. Day 11
    Galle
    Take an optional visit Kataragama Temple in the morning to see the shrine dedicated to Kataragama Deviyo (resident god). Later you will transfer to Galle, a beautiful seaside town near Sri Lanka's southernmost tip. Settle into your hotel, then follow your leader on a walking tour through what is considered to be the best-preserved colonial town in Sri Lanka. At its core is a Dutch-built fort surrounded on three sides by the ocean, and its streets hold a treasure trove of ancient mosques and churches, museums, boutiques and more. Uncover Galle’s glory as your leader shares tales from its past through to the present day.
    Meals:   Breakfast
  12. Day 12
    Galle
    This morning you will be joined by a local host who will take you to the farmers market to learn about all the fresh ingredients that make up Sri Lanka’s flavoursome and fragrant recipes. After perusing the colourful market stalls, head back to your host’s Dutch style home and take part in a Sri Lankan cooking class. Get a behind the scenes look at Sri Lankan cuisine as you conjure up some Ambulthiyal fish curry, lentil dhal, eggplant curry and something sweet for dessert. Along the way to drop into a centuries-old Buddhist temple and meet our local artisan friend Mr Sunil. A traditional woodcarving expert, he will take you through a practical demonstration of the craft and encourage you to give it a go yourself. The afternoon is yours to spend. There are some wonderful ways to pass the time here. Perhaps visit a cinnamon plantation just outside of Galle to learn about the process of making the spice. Birders may wish to explore the Hiyare Rainforest Reservoir on the outskirts of the city. As always, speak to your knowledgeable leader for information on how to book or access these optional activities.
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  13. Day 13
    Colombo
    Bid farewell to Galle and make your way to Colombo, Sri Lanka’s bustling capital city. On arrival, head to the charming courtyard restaurant in a former home of a family from Jaffna and enjoy a fantastic lunch comprising of dishes from northern Sri Lanka. In the afternoon, follow your leader through the buzzing streets of the Colombo Fort on a walking tour. Make a stop at the Pettah fruit and vegetable market where you’ll be fully immersed in the sights, sounds and smells of Colombo as you watch vendors and shoppers go about their business. Visit the striking candy cane coloured Red Mosque and its soaring minarets that can be seen from across the city. Further explorations will reveal Dutch and British influenced architecture, a hangover from the city’s colonial past. This evening you may like to join your leader and fellow travellers for a final group dinner to see out your Sri Lankan adventure.
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  14. Day 14
    Colombo
    Your trip comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you’d like to stay on in Colombo, we can help arrange additional accommodation for you on request. Why not soak up all that Colombo has to offer on an immersive one-day Urban Adventure tour? Visit www.urbanadventues.com for more details.
    Meals:   Breakfast

OR Call Us For a Free Quote 1-800-935-2620

Inclusions

  • Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
  • Negombo - Welcome Dinner
  • Sigiriya - Lion Rock Fortress Visit
  • Negombo - Fish market
  • Dambulla - Local BBQ dinner
  • Anuradhapura - Bodhi Tree Temple
  • Anuradhapura - World Heritage Site of ancient kingdom ruins
  • Anuradhapura - Isurumuniya Temple
  • Anuradhapura - Ruwanweliseya Stupa
  • Anuradhapura - Jetawanaramaya Stupa
  • Polonnaruwa - Site of ancient ruins
  • Polonnaruwa - Statue of Parakramabahu I
  • Polonnaruwa - Rankot Vihara
  • Polonnaruwa - Quadrangle
  • Polonnaruwa - Lankatilaka
  • Polonnaruwa - Gal Vihara
  • Matale - Spice Garden
  • Dambulla - Cave Temples
  • Kandy - Botanical Gardens
  • Kandy - Temple of the Tooth
  • Kandy - Private Cultural Dance Performance
  • Kandy - Lunch at Hela Bojun
  • Kandy - Gem museum & lapidary workshop visit
  • Nuwara Eliya - High Tea
  • Nuwara Eliya - Pedro Tea Estate visit
  • Nuwara Eliya - Single Tree Hill hiking
  • Nuwara Eliya - Lunch at Nuwara Eliya Golf Club
  • Ella - Ella Gap view point
  • Yala/Bundala National Park - Wildlife safari
  • Yala/Bundala National Park - Wildlife safari
  • Galle - Galle Fort Walking tour
  • Galle - Farmer's market and home cooking class
  • Galle - Traditional Sri Lankan Wood Carving - demonstration and participation
  • Colombo - City walking tour

Meals
13 Breakfast(s) Included
4 Lunch(es) Included
4 Dinner(s) Included

Style: Premium

Health and Safety Protocols for Intrepid Tours

Protection against COVID-19 as well as other transmissible diseases requires enhanced protocols in hygiene and sanitation. We will put in place additional measures, in line with government health advice and with global health authorities (including the WHO and CDC) to ensure that we maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Hand Hygiene
Handwashing is one of the most important safety measures to prevent the spread of disease. Intrepid will actively reinforce its importance by:

  • Implementing a handwashing policy that dictates when, how often and for how long all staff, leaders and crew must wash their hands on-trip.
  • Promote the importance of hand hygiene to customers through signage and online customer material.
  • Contract suppliers that have hand hygiene protocols in place
  • Contract suppliers that provide hand sanitizer in public places (where applicable)
  • Educate staff, leaders, crew and suppliers on the importance of hand hygiene via training.

Respiratory Hygiene
Practicing good respiratory hygiene prevents the spread of disease by reducing the number of droplets in the air when you sneeze or cough. Intrepid will:

  • Actively reinforce its importance to customers through signage and online customer material.
  • Educate staff, leaders, crew and suppliers on the importance of respiratory hygiene via training.
  • Contract suppliers who have respiratory hygiene protocols in place.

Masks
In addition, in areas with high community transmission and/or places that are difficult to maintain physical distancing, we recommend the the following at-risk people also wear them. Intrepid follows the advice of the World Health Organisation (WHO) that masks should only be used as part of a comprehensive prevention strategy and that the use of a mask alone is not sufficient to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Physical distancing, hand hygiene and respiratory hygiene must also form part of the strategy.

Medical/Surgical Masks
On our trips, regardless of destination, the following people must wear medical/surgical masks:

  • Anyone who develops symptoms of COVID-19 regardless of whether or not they have been tested yet.
  • People caring for people with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 cases (outside of hospitals/clinics).

In addition, in areas with high community transmission and/or places that are difficult to maintain physical distancing, we recommend the the following at-risk people also wear them.

  • People over 60
  • People with underlying health conditions
Intrepid will:
  • Provide medical/surgical masks as part of the First Aid Kits carried by leaders.
  • Educate leaders, crew, staff and customers on the correct method to wear, handle and dispose of a mask.
  • Require all customers, leaders and staff to comply with any local regulations or requirements that require the use of a mask in public or in certain places

Fabric Masks
Intrepid follows the advice of the World Health Organisation (WHO) that it is not necessary for the public to wear fabric masks generally.

However in certain circumstances, in places where community transmission of COVID-19 is high and/or physical distancing is not possible (e.g. on public transport, in shops or in other confined environments) then a fabric mask can be a useful barrier to prevent the spread of virus.

Fabric masks be purchased commercially or handmade, and are generally not standardised like medical masks. Fabric masks should:

  • Cover the nose, mouth, and chin
  • Be secured with elastic loops or ties
  • Include multiple layers
  • Be washable and reusable.

Sanitation
Protection against COVID-19 as well as other transmissible diseases requires enhanced sanitation processes. Intrepid will take the following measures:

  • Require all suppliers to detail their cleaning and sanitation protocols
  • Audit/monitor all suppliers on their cleanliness and sanitation.
  • All cleaning and disinfecting products must be approved by health authorities (e.g. WHO).
Accomodation
  • All rooms must be thoroughly cleaned between guests with all high touch surfaces in shared areas regularly cleaned and disinfected.
  • Hand sanitizer should be available in public areas.
  • There must be a process in place for customers to escalate any concerns regarding hygiene or sanitation.
  • Staff must be trained and able to answer questions regarding safety protocols in place.
Camping
  • All tents must be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between use.
  • If staying at a campground, ensure all bathrooms are well stocked with hand soap and paper towels. If the area is remote, with limited facilities and/or minimal staffing, then customers should be informed to bring their own hygiene equipment.
Transport
  • All mini buses, transfers, charters, overland trucks must be thoroughly cleaned between guests with all high touch surfaces in shared areas regularly cleaned and disinfected.
  • Hand sanitizer should be made available
  • Close top bins with bin liners should be available on board and disposed of at every stop
Restaurants
  • Must be thoroughly cleaned at the end of each day
  • Tables and chairs must be disinfected after each guest use
  • Avoid buffets where possible. If buffets are used, prevent customers from handling food and operating machines (e.g. self-serve coffee stations)
  • Either disinfect shared use objects (e.g. table salt) between guest use. Where possible, Intrepid will try to source safe alternatives to single serve packaging.
  • Staff must be trained and able to answer questions regarding safety protocols in place.
  • Preferred: Provide hand sanitizer to guests at the door before entry
Activities
  • All equipment must be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between guest us
  • Staff must be trained and able to answer questions regarding safety protocols in place.
Contactless/low touch
Limiting the number of surfaces touched by large numbers of people helps prevent the spread of disease. Therefore, it is important to proactively move towards contactless or low touch solutions for travel. Intrepid will:
  • Prioritise contactless/low touch as a key feature when sourcing new tech or solutions.
Brand Material
  • Remove any paperwork required on the ground (e.g. signing forms, feedback cards)
  • If details must be entered using a shared device (e.g. insurance details), then it must be disinfected between each customer. Preference is to move entirely to digital solutions.
Contracting
  • Accommodation should provide online check in (no paperwork)
  • Contactless keys (e.g. QR codes)
  • Contactless tech (e.g. lights)
  • Online ticketing for attractions and transport
  • Online payment

Physical Distancing
Physical distancing is important in the preventing the spread of COVID-19 as it can be transmitted via droplets sprayed when coughing, sneezing, singing, yelling etc…
Intrepid will take the following measures:

  • Require all suppliers to detail their physical distancing protocols
  • Follow local regulation and advice on the need for physical distancing.
Accommodation Intrepid operates product that is based on twin share accommodation and allows single travellers the chance to share accommodation with a stranger.
We will continue to offer this as an option. Single supplements are available for single travellers who do not wish to share a room. We will work closely with accommodation suppliers to ensure increased availability of single rooms.

Camping
  • Consider whether it is appropriate to offer single tents for solo travellers as customers will be much closer together then in a traditional room.
  • Consider whether staggering meal times may reduce the number of people sharing a dining tent.
Transport
Intrepid will consider the following factors when designing or amending transport options on trips.
  • Local laws or requirements regarding physical distancing on transport
  • Hygiene protocols of the transport provider
  • Level of active community transmission in the destination
Possible risks include:
  • Using designated seating on transport. Customers have assigned seats throughout the trip.
  • If trip is longer than 15 minutes and air conditioning is available, it must be set to external airflow rather than to recirculation or windows should be opened for the duration of the trip.
  • Designing or amending itineraries to reduce the duration of travel.
  • Increasing the size of the vehicle, using multiple vehicles.
In Public
  • Educate all leaders, crew, staff and customers to maintain a 1.5m distance wherever practical in public (e.g. queueing at a museum).
  • Proactively design product to avoid crowds by visiting attractions at off-peak times.
  • Proactively design product to avoid crowds on public transport or at airports where practical.
Restaurants
  • Follow local regulations on table spacing and guest seating in restaurants. Wherever possible, try to ensure groups are sitting at their own table without strangers in restaurants.
  • Proactively design product that focuses on experiences that assist with physical distancing (e.g. picnics over crowded marketplaces) if relevant for that destination.
Health Screening & Tracking
Screening for COVID-19 helps isolate anyone with COVID-19 symptoms and stops the spread of disease. It is likely to become more common for future travellers.

Pre-Departure (Brand Material)
Customers should be informed as part of ‘Essential Trip Information (ETIs) or other similar trip notes if their trip is likely to include any of the following:
  • Testing for COVID-19 before being able to pass through immigration and/or board planes.
  • Negative test results to be uploaded for visa purposes.
  • Thermal temperature checks in airports, train or bus stations, major hotels or attractions.
Pre-Departure (Customers)
Pre-departure, all customers are required to fill out an online questionnaire (“self- declaration/assessment” form) to identify any high-risk customers before travel.

Extra qualifiers will be included to address customers with symptoms that can be contributed to pre-existing conditions (e.g. breathlessness to asthma).

Customers answering YES to any question should be removed from the departure and appropriate arrangements made.

COVID-19 Testing
Intrepid will not require a negative COVID-19 test as proof of health from customers or leaders at this stage unless it is required by local law or regulations.

This is partially due to the lack of availability of testing for people with no symptoms in many parts of the world and may change in due course.

On Trip
  • Ask customers, leaders, crew and staff to monitor their own health
  • Display appropriate signage on COVID-19 symptoms
  • Educate leaders, crew and staff on how to identify COVID-19 symptoms
  • Describe COVID-19 symptoms in group meetings
Removal of customers, leaders, crew
If customers, leaders or crew show symptoms of COVID-19 and are either unable to or unwilling to be tested, Intrepid reserves the right to remove them from our trips to prevent any risk to others.

Flexible Booking Conditions
Customers will be supported by flexible booking conditions to stay home if unwell or displaying symptoms

Flexible Work Conditions
Intrepid will support leaders and crew to stay home rather than lead a trip if they are unwell or displaying symptoms. Schedules will need to be created with back up availability of leaders/crew.

Data Collection & Health Tracking
Intrepid will assist government health departments in tracking and tracing any customers, staff, leaders, crew or suppliers at risk of contracting COVID-19 via exposure to a known case and/or outbreak by providing relevant details in line with privacy laws and regulations.

COVID Tracking apps
Intrepid strongly recommends that customers and staff download COVID tracking apps (e.g. COVIDSafe in Australia, StayHomeSafe in Hong Kong) to assist in reducing the spread of disease within their communities.

OR Call Us For a Free Quote 1-800-935-2620

Accommodations

Hotels (11 nights), Feature Stay (2 nights)

OR Call Us For a Free Quote 1-800-935-2620

Questions & Answers

Question: How many suitcases can I take with me on my trip?

Each person is allowed one "check-in," and one "carry-on." Remember to take all valuables with you as "carry-on", because electronic equipment, cameras, laptops, jewelry, business documents and money are not covered by the airlines' liability, so always carry them aboard with you.

Question: Is Airfare Included in the Price?

Airfare from your point of origin to and from the trip is not included in the land price.

Intrepid Tours Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
4
Accommodations
3.6
Itinerary
4.2
Professional Staff
4.4
Repeat with Operator
4.1
Value for Money
3.7

Ratings based off 169 reviews about Intrepid Tours - currently showing 8 reviews with comments only

Our tour guide was wonderful. She was knowledgeable, fun, energetic, and made our week run very smoothly. The trip itself was fantastic! We saw a lot and the islands are absolutely beautiful. Great food, great new friends made on the tour, and would absolutely book with Intrepid again.

Intrepid tour is great company. Will use this company again.

The trip was both both educational and exciting. I very much enjoyed the sights and culture.

The itinerary was just as I expected! The guide was very good as were the accomodations

Intrepid did such a great job. I never had to worry about where I was supposed to be and it felt so good not to worry about a thing but just to enjoy myself. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about culture and history.

Taiwan people very friendly. Accommodation were centrally located and easily accessible. Did extra activities then in brochure which was greatly.

Larus our tour guide did an excellent job and was very attentive to our needs. He is very knowledgeable and has a great sense of humor.

Our guide Tarang chandola was exceptional. Courteous, knowledgeable, organized, polite, professional and went above and beyond taking care of our needs and requests offen anticipating what that might be. He made sure we all had the best possible time and offered suggestions to meet the needs of everyone on the tour. This made the trip even more enjoyable.

You May Also Like


AffordableTours.com® does not itself offer, service or administer the Travel Packages, and the ultimate terms and conditions of any Travel Package made available via the Site Offerings (including the prices quoted in connection with same) will be determined by the applicable Third-Party Travel Service Provider. AffordableTours.com® does not represent or warrant that the Price Quotes are accurate, up-to-date or free of error, or that same will be honored by the applicable Third-Party Travel Service Providers. All Price Quotes, Travel Package availability, Travel Package details/itinerary and other Content are subject to change without notice. All travel details published by and through the Site Offerings should be confirmed directly with the applicable Third-Party Travel Service Provider prior to making any travel plans. Reliance on any information made available to you by and through the Site Offerings is solely at your own risk.

Call Us Now 1-800-935-2620

How It Works

Vacationing has never been easier or cheaper with the help of a dedicated travel consultant from AffordableTours.com

Freq Quote 1. Free Quote

Find your perfect trip on our website and simply request a free quote. Need to speak to a live person? Call us 7 days a week at 1-800-935-2620. No robots here!

Dedicated Travel Consultant 2. Dedicated Travel Consultant

Your personal travel consultant will reach out and be your point of contact for your entire travel experience from start to finish. Did we mention you'll be working with an award winning team? Sweet!

Low Price Guaranteed 3. Lowest Price Guaranteed

Because we're one of the largest sellers of travel, we're able to give you a discount on your vacation package. No one beats our prices!

Stress Free Travel 4. Stress Free Travel

Knowing you got the best deal, all that's left is for you to pack your bags and enjoy your vacation!


Better Business Bureau

AffordableTours.com is a proud recipient of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) awards 2006-2022 with A+ Rating.

It Pays To Refer! Earn Up To $200!

It's simple: Sign up your friends, family, and anyone to us and when they book you will receive an American Express gift card worth up to $200 in the mail for simply referring.

Read About Our Referral Program


Get discounts by Email!