Expertise and Specialisation

As nice as it would be, few of us get to travel as much as we'd like. So when you do manage to break away and hit the road, it's important to make the most of your journey and have what we like to call incredible real life experiences. These are moments you know you're really alive and experiencing something special. That could be seeing one of Thailand's idyllic beaches for the first time, its more likely to be the moment you find yourself playing ta kraw in a village, being treated to a home-cooked meal by your new local friends or sharing a laugh with your local guide as you try a new mode of transport…an elephant trek anyone? These unexpected moments are what travelling is all about, and give you a holiday like no other.

We specialise in creating tailor-made travel plans for people looking for a real insight into the country at an affordable price. We have many sample itineraries to choose from which can be taken as they are or adapted in a way to suit you. It might be a simple meet and greet in Bangkok, or a week or two on the beach, or you may want to incorporate some trekking, elephant riding, cave exploration, rafting… We can book anything from 1 night in a hotel to a 3 week – or-longer – sojourn around the whole country.

Licences and Associations

We are a fully licensed tour operator, with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) licence number 11/4504. We are also members of ATTA, the Association of Thai Travel Agents, with member number 02728.

Responsible Travel

Wherever we go in the Thailand, we take a responsible attitude with us. That means travelling in a way that both respects and benefits local people, their culture and the environment. Where possible we stay and eat in small-scale, locally-owned establishments, travel in small groups and spread the word of sustainable tourism wherever possible. Every year we evaluate each trip to ensure its compliance with our Responsible Travel Code of Conduct. By taking these small steps, we’re able to make a big difference. And that goes for the whole trip experience, too. Our travellers have the chance to meet local people and really get to know their culture first hand. They contribute directly to local economies and help develop cross-cultural understanding. In other words, they enjoy a real life experience. 

Part of our responsible travel commitment is to reduce our impact on climate change. Intrepid aims to become a carbon neutral company by the end of 2009. It’s a big goal, but with the support of our staff and travellers we think we can do it. Our staff in Thailand kicked off the process with a weekend of tree planting south of Bangkok.

Here are some tips of being a Responsible Traveller:

• Learn as much as you can about the country you’re visiting: its religion(s), values, customs and rules.
• Pay particular attention to appropriate behaviour, dress and body language.
• Learn some of the local language and don’t be afraid to use it − even simply saying hello can help break the ice.
• Always ask before taking photos of people and offer to send copies if possible.
• Treat the environment as if it were your own home.

Tailormade adventure holidays in Thailand

Season: Year round

Our dedicated staff are able to work with you to ensure your itinerary is tailored to your wants, needs and tastes.

Adventurous family holidays in Thailand

Season: Year round

Thailand, the "Land of the Smiles" is the perfect destination for families. With balanced itineraries filled with culture and fun, there's plenty to keep mum, dad and the kids entertained.

Thailand Beach holidays

Season: Year round

Relaxing beach breaks, ideal for a holiday or the prefect addition to an extended itinerary exploring other parts of Thailand. We provide advice on the best beaches to go and when.

Walking and Trekking in Thailand

Season: Year round

Our walking and trekking orientated itineraries are backed by 20 years of experience trekking in Thailand. From simple one day walks/treks through to longer programmes for the more adventurous. Our local guides provide a wealth of information of the lifestyles, culture and customs of each individual hilltribes. Overnight stays in the village ensure there is plenty of time for cultural interaction.

Multi-Activity Trips in Thailand

Season: Year round

Multi-Activity itineraries offer real life experiences, combining a day's hike, say, with a night's stay in a hill-tribe village. You don't need to be super fit for the multi-activity trips, but they're ideal if you want a physical challenge along with plenty of cultural interaction.

Cycling holidays in Thailand

Season: Year round

A great way to see the cities and countryside, meet with locals and get a real insight into their lives. From half day bike rides through to more adventurous multi-day itineraries.

Diving in Thailand

Season: Year round

Southern Thailand has some of the most beautiful dive sites in the world and we can organise your ultimate dive holiday.

Special Interest holidays in Thailand

Season: Year round

From bird watching to temple hopping, gourmet dining and mountain bike riding, we can create a holiday based around just about any special interest.

Accommodation and Transfers In Thailand

Season: Year round

Need a hotel or an airport pick up? Or maybe you want someone to book 7 nights accommodation and you’ll get yourself there? Then call us to help. We can arrange arrival and departure transfers, private or join in, and accommodation arrangements anywhere in Thailand.

Voluntourism in Thailand

Season: Year round

It's simple really. You can travel, see Thailand, have a real life experience and truly make a difference along the way.

Urban Adventures

Season: Year round

City tours with a difference. We visit some of the major sights and then take you off the beaten track.

City Breaks in Thailand

Season: Year round

Take a multi day city break anywhere in Thailand. We provide a local insight into that city.

Food and Beverages

We aim to provide our clients with a real life experience of Thailand, including the full gastronomical delights that the country has to offer. Most of our trips operate on a bed and breakfast basis to allow you to sample the best the kingdom has to offer. With options from street food to classy restaurants, Thai to western you will never go hungry in Thailand. We can arrange cooking courses to show you how to replicate the famous Thai cuisine at home.

Accommodation

Catering to the mid-range market we offer 3 to 4 star accommodation on all our trips. We endeavour to stay at family run hotels to ensure the economic benefit remains in Thailand. Each property is chosen for its ambience, character and convenient location.

Transport

Half the fun of travel is the travelling itself. The transport we use is as varied as our itineraries, from tuk tuks to elephants, from private minivans to songthaews. It's all part of the adventure. We can always provide transport to match your requirements, so again, please contact us.

Local Guides

Our local guides are the face and pride of our company. We provide them with the backing and training of our parent company Intrepid Travel PTY LTD. From recruitment to training we endeavour to ensure our staff our trained to the highest standards of customer service and understanding of our Responsible Travel philosophy.

Age Restrictions

We do not place age restrictions on our itineraries but we will provide honest advice on which trips are appropriate for each traveller. Just ask and we’ll give advice and even tailor-make a trip to suit your exact family needs.

What to Bring

A sense of fun and adventure! As each trip has different requirements please refer to our trip itineraries.