Kayaking & Canoeing One Week Top Itineraries

• Exploring an Uninhabited Island: One of the highlights of our trip was venturing to an uninhabited island in the Galapagos. We had the opportunity to explore untouched landscapes, encounter unique wildlife, and truly immerse ourselves in the pristine beauty of nature.
• Giant Tortoises in the Santa Cruz Highlands: The Santa Cruz Highlands provided us with an incredible experience as we came face-to-face with giant tortoises. These majestic creatures, known for their longevity and impressive size, roamed freely in their natural habitat, allowing us to observe them up close and appreciate their gentle nature.
• Charles Darwin Station: The Charles Darwin Station offered us a deeper understanding of the Galapagos Islands' unique ecosystem and ongoing conservation efforts. We had the chance to learn about the groundbreaking research conducted there and witness the dedicated work being done to protect the islands' fragile environment.
• Thrilling Kayaking in Tortuga Bay: The exhilarating kayaking expedition in Tortuga Bay was a highlight that filled us with a sense of adventure. Paddling through the crystal-clear waters, we admired the stunning coastal scenery, encountered marine life, and appreciated the tranquility of this picturesque location.

• Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his House on Stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature, some of Hanoi’s top cultural landmarks. Graze on regional cuisine while exploring Hanoi Old Quarter’s artisanal craft shops and souvenir stands. A water puppet show is also an optional evening activity.
• Relax on a leisurely cruise across spectacular Ha Long Bay, one of the world’s new seven wonders, among limestone islands and islets and emerald sea. Enjoy a variety of water sports like kayaking, swimming, bamboo boating, etc., or just unwind on a sundeck at night to take in the breathtaking scenery.
• Many excursions, including an overnight cruise in Halong Bay, a tour of the Cu Chi tunnels, and a tour of Saigon, offer excellent value.
• In the Cu Chi Tunnels, relive historical times and encounter the underground existence of Vietnamese soldiers.
• Explore the historic capital of Ninh Binh on bicycles to experience local life.

• Cross the scenic krabi river aboard a longtail boat
• Take your seat on a motorized tricycle tuk-tuk to be whisked through krabi’s bustling villages
• Explore hong island on a traditional longtail boat
• Spot elusive wildlife in the pristine rainforest of khao sok national park

• Enjoy the deserted beaches of ko ngai
• Snorkel the emerald cave of ko mook
• Kick back on ko lanta’s shores
• Explore krabi and opt to jungle trek or kayak

• Cycle along the Loire River, passing by classic quaint villages and the verdant countryside in the north west of France.
• You haven’t seen chateaux until you’ve seen the ones in France. Marvel at the Chateau de Chenonceau, which spans the banks of the Cher River, and the acclaimed Chateau de Villandry, among others.
• Discover the Loire's charm on a river cruise and toast the moment with a glass of exquisite local wine.
• Consider the option of visiting a chateau turned museum, showcasing Leonardo da Vinci’s designs and how he spent his final years of life in the nearby town of Amboise.
• Explore the vineyards of Vouvray, near Villandry, for an optional tasting, and discover why this region is known for its aged chenin blanc wines.
• Complete your cycling journey in the township of Angers, with its history dating back centuries, and buildings to suit.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, World Bicycle Relief. Donations provide school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas with bicycles that provide access to education, healthcare, and income.

• Discover the mixture of new and old, modern and traditional, western and eastern in Hanoi
• Cruise through the emerald water and thousands of limestone karsts in Halong Bay
• Be awed by the never-ending energy of the vibrant Ho Chi Minh
• Take a boat ride to explore the mighty Mekong Delta
• Explore the magnificent historical values of the ancient capital of Khmers

• Awe by the never-ending energy of this vibrant Ho Chi Minh
• Explore the maze of mysterious Cu Chi Tunnels
• Learn how to make a colorful lantern, the symbol of Hoi An
• Escape to nature and immerse yourself in the daily life of the Vietnamese countryside
• Cruise in the most picturesque bay of the country, one of the UNESCO-recognized World Heritage Sites

• Discover a different side of Vietnam's capital city, cycling around the village and rice fields.
• Enjoy an overnight cruise in the most magnificent bay in the country, one of the UNESCO-recognized World Heritage Sites.
• Cherish your romantic leisure at white-sand beaches and spectacular sunsets of Phu Quoc island.

• Go dolphin-spotting in the Adriatic Sea with staff from a leading dolphin conservation organization
• Stari Grad Plains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site on
• Hike through the the Island of Hvar
• Bask in the crystal-clear waters and majestic blue light of the Blue Cave
• Get creative with a three-course Croatian cooking class with a local chef
• Kayak alongside charming Hvar Island to the Pakleni Islands

• Visit the tranquil town of Kanchanaburi
• Marvel at magnificent Buddha statues and ancient temples in Phitsanuloke
• Discover the cultural gems of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai with colorful hill tribes

• Relaxing on the palm-fringed beaches, you’ll be able to enjoy a range of activities. 
• Visit Jozani Forest to see Zanzibar’s endemic Red Colobus monkeys.
• Take a boat trip to watch bottle-nose and humpback dolphins and wander through the narrow streets of Stone Town. 
• Or immerse yourself in the smells and tastes of nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves on a legendary spice tour.

• Explore the galapagos islands
• Kayak to a beautiful beach then take the catamaran to kicker rock, this is an amazing day of snorkelling
• Hike of isabela’s sierra negra
• Visit los tuneles and snorkel
• A two and a half hour boat ride to santa cruz island
• Visit bachas chicas for another opportunity to snorkel with multicolor fishes and nesting pelicans

• See thePost office Bay, not the most scenic, but one of the most famous sites in Galapagos
• Explore Los Gemelos, Spanish for “The Twins”, a pair of large pit craters where we find the bright red male vermilion flycatcher
• Visit Las Bachas, (Spanish for “barges”) there is a long stretch of a soft white sand beach and interior lagoons where we find the Greater Flamingo
• Explore largest colony of Magnificent Frigate birds found in Galapagos
• Discover Interpretation Center opened on San Cristobal Island in 1999 by bus

• Discover what we have always known and we create the time and sacred space to choose to take action in our lives in new and exciting ways
• Serene riverside campsites will offer an incredible backdrop to enjoy morning yoga practice lead by a yoga therapist and teacher
• Explore several of idaho's rivers and will include many exciting rapids
• Enjoy ride in an oar-powered raft where a guide does all the work

• Experience culinary Whitewater Rafting
• Enjoy cooking pots that allow a person to bake just about anything
• Cooking with a focus on regional Northwest fare such as wild salmon, Pacific oysters, huckleberries, Idaho potatoes an many more

• Athens to Ancient Corinth where we will visit the Museum of Ancient Corinth and the Archaeological site

• Explore Palaia Epidaurus for the organized archaeological site

• Explore  Mycenae

• Visit to the Museum of the History of the Olympic Games of Antiquity

• Sparta, the glorious ancient city of Peloponnese

• Raft down the river of Lousios, where Zeus used to bath.
• Take the path to the lake of Neda formatted by a hidden waterfall in a landscape of  beautiful flora and fauna.
• Taste the exquisite Greek wines in high quality boutique wineries.
• Walk into the narrow streets of the romantic Nauplion, the first capital of Greece.
• Explore Mycenae, the legendary kingdom of the Atreides, surrounded by massive “cyclopean walls.
• Visit Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games!

• Visit the Svalbard Museum
• See the remains of a 17th century English whaling station and an 18th century Pomor hunting station, 
• Visit a haul out place of Walrus at Poolepynten if sea conditions allows, or at Sarstangen.
• Visit Ytre Norskøya, a small island which was used for many years as a lookout point for Dutch whalers

• Transit the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks and cruise Seattle’s picturesque waterfront
• Kayaking, paddle boarding, and skiff exploration in glacial fjords and the San Juan archipelago
• Hiking in Olympic National Park—a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mt. Constitution, and Washington State Parks
• Unhurried time for watching whales, orcas, seals, sea lions, eagles, and sea birds
• Explore scenic winding channels, temperate rainforest, and old growth forest
• Uncover Native cultures of the Pacific Northwest
• Time on your own for exploring quaint Friday Harbor and Port Townsend
• Hand-crafted cuisine including an oyster and clam tasting hosted by local growers

• Two exclusive days in Glacier Bay—UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve
• View stunning glaciers throughout Glacier Bay National Park
• Enjoy Park Ranger interpretation and discover the Bartlett Cove Visitor Center
• South Marble Island sea lion haulout and spectacular birding
• Icy Strait whale watching and wildlife viewing in Peril Strait
• Hikes ashore in Glacier Bay National Park and along Chichagof Island’s waterfall coast
• Explore via kayak, paddle board, and skiff
• Captain's Choice exploration of remote “not in the guidebook” places