Short adventure vacations
It is so easy to just sling a few clothes in a bag and slip off for the weekend or a little bit longer and if you’re sitting around wishing for short break adventure vacations then isn’t it about time you go to it. From Tuscany to Turkey, Scotland to Wales, adventurous locations are just around the corner and if you haven’t got much time to spare then there’s nothing to stop you getting away for a short break.
25 Short adventure vacations found
Sailing in Croatia
A multi-activity adventure sailing cruise in Croatia
From €580 to €790 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 11 Aug, 14 Aug, 15 Aug, 17 Aug, 18 Aug, 21 Aug, 22 Aug, 24 Aug, 25 Aug, 28 Aug, 29 Aug, 31 Aug, 1 Sep, 4 Sep, 5 Sep, 7 Sep, 8 Sep, 11 Sep, 12 Sep, 14 Sep, 15 Sep, 18 Sep, 19 Sep, 21 Sep, 22 Sep, 25 Sep, 26 Sep, 27 Sep, 28 Sep, 29 Sep, 2 Oct, 3 Oct, 5 Oct, 6 Oct, 9 Oct, 10 Oct, 12 Oct, 13 Oct, 16 Oct, 17 Oct
Northern lights family vacation, tailor made
An Aurora-cabin glass roofed experience in Finnish Lapland
From £1,465 4 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made from November through to beginning of April
Sweden vacations, wolves, moose and beavers
Venture into the Swedish forest for wolves, moose & beavers.
From €1,890 5 days ex flights
Small group travel
Multi activity short break in Ireland
Outdoor activities, glamping, Irish nature paradise escape
From €399 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Our availability for last minute holidays is good from now until 15th October 2026
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Iceland Northern Lights adventure vacation
Stay in the heart of Iceland's Golden Circle
From US $1,770US $1,570 to US $1,930 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 15 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Nov
2027: 4 Feb, 11 Mar, 14 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 9 Dec
2027: 4 Feb, 11 Mar, 14 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 9 Dec
Up to US $200 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 15 Oct, 05 Nov, 12 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 15 Oct, 05 Nov, 12 Nov
Iceland Northern Lights tour
Glaciers, lava tubes and nature's spectacular light show
From US $2,923US $2,640 to US $3,375 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 11 Nov, 2 Dec
2027: 20 Jan, 10 Feb, 3 Mar, 24 Mar, 29 Sep, 20 Oct, 10 Nov, 1 Dec
2028: 19 Jan, 9 Feb, 1 Mar, 22 Mar
2027: 20 Jan, 10 Feb, 3 Mar, 24 Mar, 29 Sep, 20 Oct, 10 Nov, 1 Dec
2028: 19 Jan, 9 Feb, 1 Mar, 22 Mar
Up to US $280 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 11 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 11 Nov
Croatia sea kayaking vacations
A short kayaking break around Dubrovnik
From €795 to €815 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct
Late availability on selected departures with €50 off per person. August 8, 15, 22, 29 and September 5
Elaphiti Islands activity tour in Croatia
An active adventure, easily reached from Dubrovnik
From €420 to €480 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct
Orkney Islands vacation in Scotland
Explore Scotland's Orkney Islands
From US $2,870US $1,872 to US $2,995US $2,583 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct
Up to US $1000 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 01 Sep, 08 Sep, 29 Sep, 06 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 01 Sep, 08 Sep, 29 Sep, 06 Oct
Sweden kayaking and food vacation
Swedish archipelago cuisine and culture by kayak
From €1,490 4 days ex flights
Small group travel
Kayaking tour in Sweden
Self guided kayaking & wild camping in the Swedish Archipelago
From €690 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made between late May through early September.
Sweden kayaking vacation
Solo travellers! Explore the Swedish Archipelago by kayak
From €1,307 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 16 Sep, 23 Sep
Dubrovnik walking & cycling vacation
Active getaway to free your mind & workout your body
From €420 to €480 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep
Morocco short break
Marrakech, sand dunes, cities & coast in 5 days
From £1,058 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
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Rock climbing vacation in the French Alps
Rock climbing mastery on the iconic cliffs of the Alps
From €709 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 27 Aug, 17 Sep
Horseriding short break, Wye Valley
A fantastic, varied three days covering 45 miles!
From £1,165 3 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 14 Aug, 4 Sep, 9 Oct
Vacation in the Troodos mountains, Cyprus
Walking or cycling & culture in Cyprus' mountain villages
From €315 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Finland activity vacation in Nuuksio National Park
Sustainable multi-activity tour in Nuuksio National Park
From €1,065 to €1,364 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 11 Aug, 12 Aug, 13 Aug, 14 Aug, 15 Aug, 16 Aug, 17 Aug, 18 Aug, 19 Aug, 20 Aug, 21 Aug, 22 Aug, 23 Aug, 24 Aug, 25 Aug, 26 Aug, 27 Aug, 28 Aug, 29 Aug, 30 Aug, 31 Aug, 1 Sep, 2 Sep, 3 Sep, 4 Sep, 5 Sep, 6 Sep, 7 Sep, 8 Sep, 9 Sep, 10 Sep, 11 Sep
Finland short break
Nature and culture self-guided in five days by bicycle
From €1,070 to €1,296.5 5 days ex flights
Small group travel
Fell running weekend in Wales
Guided trail running and coaching weekend in North Wales
From £545 3 days ex flights
Small group travel
Wye Valley horseriding vacation in Wales
An incredible journey exploring the heart of Mid-Wales.
From £1,595 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 20 Aug, 24 Sep
Northern Lights vacation, Finnish Lapland
Unique aurora tour with huskys, snowshoeing and snowmobiling
From €1,879 to €2,340 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Daily departures between 21s November and 31st March
French Alps climbing vacation
Summit the iconic Dôme des Écrins 4000m alpine peak
From €993 3 days ex flights
Small group travel
Romania activity vacation, Western Carpathians
A multiactivity escape for adventurous travelers.
From €885 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 20 Aug, 24 Sep, 8 Oct
East Coast sailing vacation, Old Trade Routes
Sail a gaff cutter along the east coast of England
From £800 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2026: 13 Sep
