TRIPS by Culture Trip launches with Immersive Small-group Adventures to Experience Extraordinary Places

TRIPS by Culture Trip combines immersive activities and unique accommodations so people can connect with — not just visit — a place, its people, and its culture 

Travel website Culture Trip announces the launch of TRIPS by Culture Trip — unique small-group adventures that help people experience extraordinary destinations in unexpected ways, together with other culturally curious travellers. Curated by travel experts and led by Local Insiders, the multi-day adventures offer exciting itineraries that combine immersive activities and unique places to stay. TRIPS by Culture Trip is now available to book via culturetrip.com/trips 

Once-in-a-lifetime experiences and personal encounters

The diverse TRIPS itineraries are aimed at travellers who want to connect with a place, its people, and its culture. All itineraries feature hand-picked, hyper-local experiences and authentic activities combined with quality accommodation that has a personal feel and is — where possible — locally owned. Thoughtfully planned with ample free time to unwind or explore solo, the itineraries offer the right balance of exploration, action, and relaxation. TRIPS are led by expert Local Insiders who know the destination inside out, show lesser-known places, share their in-depth knowledge, and reveal hidden gems that travellers might not be able to access or have otherwise discovered.

TRIPS launches with 30 itineraries in some of the world’s most captivating and off-the-grid places in the UK, Europe, the U.S., South and Central America, North Africa, Asia and other regions, with new itineraries added regularly. First departures are set to take place at the end of this year, with a focus on 2022 and beyond. TRIPS durations range from four to 13 days, with prices starting from £857 per person*. Groups will welcome up to 18 travellers aged 25 and over who can join solo or with friends. TRIPS styles include Discovery, Active, City Break, and Wellness, with physical ratings from easy to challenging.

TRIPS examples from island-hopping off the coast of Scotland to culinary delights in Portugal

Britain’s Last Frontier: Exploring the Hebridean Isles (Scotland): Venturing far from the mainland, this island-hopping trip explores the remote Hebrides islands of Skye, Harris and Lewis. Kayak through secluded inlets and explore a wilderness of white-sand beaches, clear turquoise waters, stunning nature spots and more. 7-day trip from £2,179 per person*; departures in April, June, September 2022.

Find Your Wild Side in North Wales: An action-packed trip for those who love thrills and natural beauty. Hike hillsides in Snowdonia National Park, descend into a disused slate mine on an underground adventure, discover coasteering along the Anglesey coast, forage for a feast of wild edibles and spend a night under the stars in a remote cabin. 5-day trip from £1,189 per person*; departures in April, July, September 2022.

Berkshire: Swim Wild, Sip Cider and Meditate in Rural England: Rest and relax with wild swimming, cider tasting and yoga. Stay at a retreat in a beautiful riverside setting, with an expert instructor who will introduce guests to meditation. The trip goes beyond calming the mind, with hikes and stand-up paddleboard yoga. 4-day trip from £889 per person*; departure in April 2022.

Escape to Iceland’s Frozen Wilderness Take in the expansive wilderness on a snowmobile, travel to glaciers, explore the waterfalls and mountains that inspired the Game of Thrones, enjoy geothermal baked bread and soak in natural hot springs while watching out for the Northern Lights. 5-day trip from £2,109 per person*; departures in December 2021, January, February 2022.

A Tale of Two Cities: Exploring Northern Portugal An immersive experience in Portugal’s most vibrant cities – Porto and Lisbon. Plus: sip fine wine in the Douro Valley and the Alentejo, trace the wild Atlantic coastline and enjoy the many regional delicacies on a culinary walking tour. 9-day trip from £2,059 per person*; departures in May, June, October 2022.

In addition, TRIPS will bring curious travellers to Northern Italy, Sicily, Turkey, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Japan, Bali, Egypt, Vietnam, Colombia, the Galapagos Islands and other exciting destinations.

Geraint Hamer, Culture Trip’s VP Tours, Packages & Wholesale, who is leading TRIPS said: “We know that exploring the world, discovering something new, and meeting people is top of the agenda for so many. We have created TRIPS by Culture Trip to offer something new and exciting that brings together people who want to experience the world like never before — and embrace the value of shared experiences, cultural immersion, and travel that never feels rushed.” 

“Millions of people come to Culture Trip every month, so we know what travellers around the world are interested in and that they want to go on one of those journeys they’ve been dreaming of for so long. Using these insights and our travel expertise, we’ve created TRIPS that take travellers straight to the heart of the action and show every destination in a fresh and meaningful way. We've got it all planned out – all you need to do is show up”.

Behind TRIPS by Culture Trip is an experienced travel team that knows travel and the world inside out. They do all the planning and have trawled the globe to find extraordinary places, activities, and a range of specialist global suppliers to offer a unique customer experience. 

Booking with confidence is more important than ever, which is why TRIPS by Culture Trip is committed to making booking hassle-free with its experienced Customer Support team on hand and COVID safety measures in place for all TRIPS. The company also offers its Ultimate Covid Booking Guarantee, so if Covid-19 regulations change a customer’s plans, they can rebook for free (valid for bookings made by 30th September 2021 for travel in 2021). For bookings outside these dates, no change or cancellation fees are imposed, and customers can get a full refund should they need to postpone or cancel their trip up to 30 days prior to departure.

With a focus beyond mass-market offerings, TRIPS launches with a commitment to help people explore the world while being good to it; the itineraries often avoid areas of over tourism and aim to put local people at the centre. Additionally, the team is dedicated to avoiding unethical activities or wildlife interactions that aren't in the best interest of the animals.

TRIPS is part of Culture Trip — a company that was created in 2011 to inspire people to go beyond their cultural boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people, and its culture special, unique, and meaningful. So for over a decade, travellers have trusted Culture Trip to help them discover the world with travel inspiration and curated collections of places to stay and experiences that can be booked online — and now also with TRIPS by Culture Trip.

To book TRIPS visit culturetrip.com/trips or contact the dedicated Customer Support team via tripssupport@theculturetrip.com or +44 (0) 1630 350001