From Navajo-led canyon excursions to iconic nationwide parks, discover much more methods to discover North America this 12 months with these new Intrepid journeys and experiences.
Ever thought of hopping on a practice and making your approach throughout japanese Canada? What about trekking by means of the Grand Canyon and studying about its Indigenous historical past? Intrepid’s new journeys and experiences for 2026 faucet into distinctive, evocative and unforgettable methods to see the US and Canada.
1. Uncover japanese Canada by practice
Absorb 4 basic Canadian cities and all the things in between on the brand new Japanese Canada by Rail journey. Carry your digital camera to seize the great thing about Niagara Falls and, for those who’re feeling courageous sufficient, take an non-obligatory cruise to see the cascades up shut. Then make your approach north to the Thousand Islands the place you’ll hop on a ship to study concerning the area’s rebellious historical past whereas gliding alongside the Saint Lawrence River that separates Canada and the US. When your practice rolls into Quebec, spend a day on Ile d’Orleans, the place you may strive the basic Quebecois consolation meals, poutine (fries topped with cheese curds and gravy).
2. Hike by means of the Grand Canyon
Intrepid’s new Premium Mountain climbing within the Grand Canyon journey makes a bodily difficult expertise as snug as attainable. Every day you may select your personal mountain climbing distance (both 5 km or 10 km) and sort out the canyon’s finest trails – similar to the Vivid Angel Path, the place you’ll stroll alongside the Vivid Angel fault, a visual fracture within the Earth’s crust, studying concerning the historical past and geology of the land as you go. You may relaxation straightforward after your days on the path with two nights at El Tovar Lodge, which has unbelievable views of the canyon.
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3. Discover Indigenous tradition in Quebec
From whale watching in Saguenay Nationwide Park and consuming lobster poutine in idyllic Ile d’Orleans to wandering the cobblestone streets of Previous Montreal, the brand new Uncover Quebec journey packs a punch. This a part of Canada is thought for its French affect, however in Wendake, you’ll dive into the area’s Indigenous historical past on the Huron-Wendat Museum. Meet a First Nations storyteller as you sit in a conventional longhouse warmed by three fireside fires, expertise the Iroquoian lifestyle and study concerning the lore and legends of this land.
4. Go to historic canyons in Southwest USA
Each place has a narrative, and in Southwest USA, many of those tales are discovered within the area’s historic canyons. On the brand new Southwest USA Canyons & Cultures journey, you’ll kick issues off within the historic Grand Canyon Nationwide Park. Hire a motorbike and discover the Rim Path, studying concerning the park’s wildlife and historical past out of your conservation information. In Canyon De Chelly Nationwide Monument, you’ll go on an immersive journey with a Navajo information, who’ll present you the most effective elements of this lesser-visited canyon, together with historic Ancestral Puebolan ruins, and share conventional tales concerning the land. You may debrief together with your new journey friends over dinner at a Navajo-owned lodge.
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5. See iconic Yellowstone Nationwide Park
Say hey to North America’s first and hottest nationwide park, Yellowstone. On Intrepid’s new five-day Premium Strolling & Mountain climbing in Yellowstone journey, you’ll inhale recent air and luxuriate in stunning views as you stroll or hike your strategy to landmarks just like the Grand Canyon, Previous Trustworthy (one of many practically 500 geysers within the park) and Grand Prismatic Spring. Preserve an eye fixed out for roaming bears, deer and elk. Unwind at upmarket Canyon Lodge, the place you may relaxation in type earlier than heading out for one more day of journey.
6. Get an intimate canyon tour in Arizona, USA
Intrepid’s Western USA Nationwide Parks Loop journey will take you on a various trek by means of the sandstone spires of Bryce Canyon Nationwide Park to the epic landscapes of the long-lasting Grand Canyon. Past these basic spots, there’s a brand new expertise added for 2026: a tour by means of Rattlesnake and Owl slot canyons with a Navajo information. Discover the gorgeous pink rock corridors whereas studying concerning the space’s tradition and historical past. Be sure to carry your binoculars and see for those who can spot the nesting nice horned owls that decision this space dwelling.
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Picture credit: Quebec picture courtesy of Simon Clark
