Intrepid Travel at Holiday Wizard

They say: "We’ve been organising fun, affordable and sustainable travel to this vast continent since 1989. We offer hundreds of itineraries in both Central and South America"

We say: "Mouth-watering photos, clearly described itineraries and fair prices make Intrepid a great choice for group adventure travel. With seven different tours in the footsteps of the Incas starting at just £325, there really is something to suit your timescale and budget."

• Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Cuba, Mexico, Peru and many more destinations feature in Intrepid’s Latin America brochure
  
• Look out for special ‘carbon off set’ trips such as ‘Classic Cuba’ and ‘Peru Encompassed’
  
• As well as the holiday cost, there’s the kitty on overland adventures and the local payment for other tours

They say: "Behind every great Intrepid Africa trip is a great Intrepid leader full of enthusiasm, and knowledge for their local culture, flora and fauna – we hope you’ll delight in coming face to face with animals in their natural habitat on your Africa trips with us."

We say: "A well laid-out brochure that’s a pleasure to read. In particular, wildlife lovers will appreciate safari trips such as Namibia and the Gorilla and Chimp watching in Rwanda."

• Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, Uganda, Zanzibar and more all feature in this African brochure
  
• Trips divided into Volunteering, Basix, Original, Active, Family, Comfort, Independent and Overland
  
• Overland trips are in purpose-built trucks with a max group size of between 16 and 21 people

They say: "As an Intrepid Traveller you are not your average tourist. Leave behind the international hotels and the tourist masses on our experience holidays."

We say: "This Intrepid Asia brochure has 23 different carbon-offset trips including North India Highlights, Roam China and Trans-Mongolian Express Westbound. Perfect for the eco-aware traveller."

• Freedom and flexibility – you choose to join in or not with organised activities
  
• All tours are labelled in terms of comfort level so you can book the holiday that best suits you
  
• A discount is offered if you book three or more trips in the same booking

Intrepid launches their 2009 brochure to Australia, New Zealand and Fiji, offering small group escorted tours. Intrepid’s aim is to offer fun and adventure, whilst still seeing all the best sights.

• Intrepid is committed to travel that is responsible environmentally, culturally and socially
  
• 85% of Intrepid Leaders are locals – so you know you’re getting insider knowledge
  
• Tour styles include urban adventures, overland, volunteering and original tours

Celebrating 20 years of travel in 2009, Intrepid’s Europe brochure includes adventure holidays and tours to Austria, Croatia, France, Greece, Italy, Russia, Morocco, Egypt and more. Leave behind the clinical tourist tours and escape to beautiful countryside and remote beaches, staying in handpicked hotels, guesthouses and even mountain huts.

• Freedom and flexibility – you can take time for yourself or join in the activities it’s up to you
  
• Guaranteed departures – if there’s no minimum number stated the tour will definitely go ahead
  
• All trips divided into travel style, from ‘Basix’ to ‘Comfort’ so you know what to expect

Intrepid believes there’s no need to rough it to have a real life experience, which is why they’ve published this ‘Comfort Adventure’ brochure. Intrepid calls it grassroots with a soft landing!

• Intrepid takes over 80,000 travellers to over 100 destinations worldwide each year
  
• Groups for all tours are limited to 12 for your comfort
  
• Real adventure tours, with a home away from home feel

Intrepid celebrates 20 years of travel in 2009 and believes they have expert knowledge of Nepal and India to be able to offer real life experiences.

You’ll eat in restaurants not featured in guide books and stay in accommodation that really captures the spirit of the place.

• A range of comfort levels to choose from
  
• Trekking can be very physical, so trips are graded to help you choose the best for you
  
• Expert leaders, with 85% being local to the areas you’re exploring

Intrepid has a real eye for this adventure travel lark. Aimed at all ages, there are many different styles of trips offered; all with the aim of ‘getting out there’ and experiencing Europe, by discovering real people and real culture.

• All trips are categorised from Basic to Comfort, to help you make the best choice
  
• The ‘Culture Shock’ factor is graded so you know just what to expect on your trip
  
• The Intrepid website has trip notes and traveller testimonials so you can read all about the trips before you book