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ACTIVE ESCAPES

Here at Brooker Travel with the help of Tour Radar, the largest provider of tours world wide, we have 1000’s of different options to suit your requirements. Check out some of the various trips we have below or talk to one of our expert consultants who can advise on what would be most appropriate for you.

Cycling & Mountain Biking

Cycling tours offer a unique way to explore various destinations, combining physical activity with the opportunity to experience new places at a leisurely pace. From Asia to Europe and in between there is a trip out there suitable for you!

Budapest to Sofia Adventure

Duration: 10 Days

Up to 10% OFF! From: $2,429pp

Tour Provider: G Adventures

This tour will leave you wondering why you waited to explore Europe's roads less travelled. Travel from Budapest to Sofia and experience Eastern Europe’s charm firsthand. Head out on an orientation walk of Budapest. Discover Romania’s countryside while visiting Sighișoara or marvel at the baroque architecture of Brasov. (Better yet, enjoy the contrast by seeing them both.) You'll also have time to sample Bulgarian cuisine that'll give you the energy you need to cycle your way through Veliko Tarnovo, one of the oldest cities in the world.

Cycle the Danube

Duration: 8 days

Up to 20% OFF! From: $2,580

Tour Provider: Intrepid Travel

Retrace the steps of the Roman, Ottoman and Habsburg Empires on this cycling adventure along the mighty Danube River. Over eight days, you’ll ride through small villages, lowland forests and lush farmland as you cycle from Vienna to Budapest, passing through Slovakia. Discover the Baroque style at the Schonbrunn Palace or get lost in the cobbled laneways of Komarom – a spa city with one foot in Hungary and the other in Slovakia. Visit the architectural jewel of the Danube River – the Esztergom Basilica – and pass by the white-hued Bratislava Castle. Celebrate a day in the saddle with a luxurious soak in one of Budapest's steaming baths, then maybe spend the night at the iconic ruin bars. If you’re seeking an active adventure – cycling is the best way to experience the cosmopolitan cities along the Danube.

Cycle Sri Lanka

Duration: 14 Days

Up to 15% OFF! From $3,332

Tour Provider: Intrepid Travel

Guided by an expert local leader, this cycling trip through Sri Lanka will take you to tea plantations, fishing villages, national parks, cities and lush green jungles. From Negombo to Colombo, you’ll see why Sri Lanka is Asia’s most exciting new destination. With pristine coastline, ancient ruins, rugged peaks and wildlife-filled national parks, it’s a dream for travellers who like to get active. In between two-wheeled treks, you can go on safari to spot leopards, take on optional food crawls, laze on the beaches of the southern coast, ride the rails, explore the country’s premier Hindu and Buddhist sites, and see the famed UNESCO World Heritage site of Sigiriya. With days of riding and nights of feasting, Sri Lanka will soon make its way to your heart.

Cycle Southern Thailand

Duration: 9 Days

5% OFF! From: $2,080

Tour Provider: Intrepid Travel

The road is laid out before you on this cycling adventure through Southern Thailand. Beginning in Bangkok with an overnight train, the route sweeps south to the deeply green prehistoric scenery that lies across the map – stunning ancient forests and limestone peaks that were formed hundreds of millions of years ago. Pass emerald waters where tiny islands of exquisite pale rock break the surface, cruising along palm-fringed routes lined with friendly locals. Pedal along undulating roads to unforgettable Khao Sok National Park, walk along dirt trails in search of wildlife, and freewheel down the Andaman Coast to relax on its powdered coastline. Ride inland to Phang Nga Bay and finish up in the classic beachside town of Ao Nang. This active nine-day journey gives a unique look at this fascinating part of the country.

Hiking & Trekking

Have you always wanted to hike to the top of the tallest mountain in Africa? Do the Annapurna trail in Nepal, the Dolomites in Italy or just a relaxing walk in the forests of Europe? Well, we’ve got it all here for you.

USA National Parks Explorer

Duration: 16 Days

Up to 25% OFF! From: $6,584pp

Tour Provider: G Adventures

Some say vacation, we say adventure of a lifetime! Head out on a 16 day tour through seven of the best national parks in the west. From the ancient Joshua Trees to the Golden Gate Bridge we promise you’ll never have time to be bored. Traverse the sandstone giants of Zion, wander through the hoodoos in Bryce Canyon, feel incredibly small atop the rim of the Grand Canyon, stand at the lowest point of elevation in the U.S. in Death Valley, gaze up in wonder at the tallest trees in the world in Sequoia National Park, and hike through the surreal landscapes of Yosemite Valley.

Borneo Expedition: Maliau Basin - Sabah's Lost World Trek

Duration: 8 days

Up to 10% OFF! From: $2,304

Tour Provider: Intrepid Travel

Deep in the heart of Borneo’s Sabah lies a land so wild, rugged and isolated that its beauty has been seen by few people. Welcome to the glorious Maliau Basin, a circle of lush forest and waterways rimmed on all sides by steep cliffs and embankments. Our 8-day trekking expedition takes you into this protected, restricted-access area to discover wild orchids and cascading waterfalls set in forest so green it seems to glow. With a homestay in a historic village and a well-earned night in a hotel bookending a three-and-a-half-day trek, this trip is for people seeking active adventure, natural splendour and a personal challenge.

Nepal & Bhutan Explorer

Duration: 13 Days

From: $6,539

Tour Provider: G Adventures

Nepal and Bhutan are some of the most undiscovered places on Earth, but this adventure will reveal their magic before the rest of the world catches on. You’ll take part in traditions of small Nepalese communities, experience the wildlife and rich biodiversity of Chitwan National Park, and feel Bhutan’s spiritual nature in storied Buddhist temples. This adventure might be big, but the journey won’t ever feel rushed, meaning you’ll have plenty of time to meet local people and embrace their way of life.

Hiking in Jordan: Petra and Wadi Rum

Duration: 8 Days

From: $3,065pp

Tour Provider: Intrepid

Experience the beauty and culture of Jordan on this exhilarating trekking adventure. Wander the streets of modern Amman, marvel at Little Petra, get off the beaten track around ancient Petra, be dazzled by the famous Treasury building, join the Bedouins for a magical desert adventure, admire the Byzantine mosaics in Madaba and float in the famously salty Dead Sea. This is Jordan at its active, action-packed best.

Active trips

Love the outdoors and want to experience it in a foreign land?

How about kayaking the Amalfi Coast?Snorkeling in Vanuatu or an active family adventure in the in the Pyrenees? So many options to choose from.

Essential India

Duration: 15 Days

Up to 25% OFF! From $1,604pp

Tour Provider: G Adventures

From the intricate saris of Rajasthan to the beautiful symmetry of the Taj Mahal, this compact journey is a photographer's delight and the perfect introduction to India. You'll float past the ghats on the Ganges River to encounter the spiritual heart of Hinduism in Varanasi and get off the beaten path exploring carved stepwells and quaint temples in rural villages. With the perfect combination of included activities and free time to explore the nation's rich heritage, you're sure to be caught up in India's incredible tapestry of life.

Basic Costa Rica: Coastlines & Cloud Forests

Duration: 14 Days

Up to 17% OFF! From: $1,659pp

Tour Provider: G Adventures

Stay flexible in Costa Rica on this unique two-week adventure. You'll hit the volcanoes, a cloud forest, and both of the incredible coasts. Chill out on white-sand beaches and explore pristine wildlife reserves. Best of all, this trip gives you the flexibility to create the adventure of a lifetime, so you can soar across the treetops by zipline, rappel down a waterfall, or learn to surf the Pacific breaks. Take a trip that's packed with just the essentials — everything you need to explore the diversity and beauty of Costa Rica.

Highlights of New Zealand

Duration: 15 Days

Up to 10% OFF! From: $5,813

Tour Provider: G Adventures

Two weeks is barely enough time to thoroughly explore your hometown, let alone a place as fascinating as New Zealand. For adventurers on a tight time-budget, this 15-day trip wraps up the must-sees of both islands with a nice little bow. Discover ethereal glowworm caves in Waitomo, discover Maori culture, and get your adrenaline fix in Queenstown. Consider this your New Zealand starter kit.