Intrepid Travel unveils an ambitious new collection of rail itineraries, tapping into the growing popularity of train travel.
- The range offers 40 trips, including popular and obscure destinations, encouraging travellers to embrace slower, immersive journeys.
- With 92% of UK travellers intending to use rail for their next trip, these itineraries promise unique experiences accompanied by expert local leaders.
- Travellers can look forward to itineraries such as the historic Trans-Mongolian and routes from Paris to Istanbul and Rome.
- The initiative aligns with Intrepid’s environmental goals, substituting flights with train travel where possible.
Intrepid Travel has introduced a comprehensive set of rail itineraries designed to attract enthusiasts of slow travel. The collection, featuring 40 diverse trips, provides an alternative to air travel and aims to offer more engaging and environmentally-friendly travel experiences. Recent data reveals a significant shift, with 92% of UK travellers planning to make their next journey by train, highlighting a rising demand for this mode of travel.
Each itinerary is carefully curated and includes guidance from Intrepid’s local leaders, ensuring travellers can navigate complex rail networks seamlessly. These leaders also enhance the journey by enriching the rest stops and overnight stays with local insights, offering a deeper understanding of the destinations visited. The focus on train travel not only reduces carbon footprints but also provides travellers with a new dimension of discovery.
Among the notable itineraries is the 11-day Trans-Mongolian Railway Adventure, priced at £2,395. This trip takes its passengers from Beijing through the ancient landscapes of Mongolia, stopping at landmarks such as the Gobi Desert and Khustai National Park before reaching Ulaanbaatar. This journey recalls the historical tea caravan routes from the mid-20th century, allowing passengers to travel back in time while witnessing the incredible vistas of the region.
Another key itinerary is the Paris to Istanbul trip, a 15-day journey for £3,270, following a path once taken by the iconic Orient Express. Travellers will explore cultural highlights from Paris to Budapest, enjoy traditional meals in Serbia, and ultimately arrive in Istanbul, savouring the local hospitality along the way. This itinerary promises an authentic travel experience filled with both renowned and hidden gems.
The Paris to Rome rail journey completes the trio of new itineraries, priced from £2,990. Travellers traverse Switzerland aboard the Gotthard Panorama Express, which follows a historic route through the Alps, offering breathtaking views. This route emphasises the unparalleled beauty of Europe’s landscapes and includes unique activities such as hiking and cooking demonstrations in the Italian countryside.
Furthermore, these itineraries offer UK customers the convenience of travel from London using the Eurostar, with connections to destinations such as Rome, Istanbul, Berlin, and Madrid. This aligns with Intrepid’s long-term goal of reducing reliance on air travel by providing train alternatives on viable routes, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and green travel.
Intrepid’s new rail itineraries reflect its dedication to promoting sustainable travel and enriching traveller experiences through immersive journeys.
