Adventure holiday ideas for couples

Following Iceland’s iconic Ring Road, you’ll take advantage of the extended daylight hours to explore volcanoes, waterfalls and glaciers. Beginning in the cosmopolitan city of Reykjavik, you’ll hit the ground running as you visit the highlights of the Golden Circle, including Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, and the Great Geysir. Later in the trip, you’ll discover the eerie Dimmuborgir castle, made from lava arches and columns.

Exploring Murcia’s whitewashed villages and Moorish heritage, this 7-day Southern Spain cycling tour combines scenic countryside with historic architecture. As you navigate quiet backroads and dedicated cycle paths, you’ll visit traditional Spanish villages as well as lush apricot orchards, then reward yourself with authentic tapas and wine. Better still, Murcia boasts more than 320 days of sun per year.

For couples who want to see the Big Five, a safari holiday in the game reserves of South Africa and Swaziland will give you a great chance. Set off on a wild 4x4 ride through the vast grasslands of Kruger National Park in search of black rhino and follow your expert local guide as they sniff out a pride of lion shading under a large Baobab tree. Sightings of buffalo and elephant are likely at busy waterholes, but you’ll need a bit of extra luck on your side to catch a glimpse of a well-camouflaged leopard lurking in the undergrowth.

Our two-week all-encompassing adventure across Japan is the perfect trip for couples. From the ultra-modern cityscapes of Tokyo to the ancient temples and zen gardens of Kyoto, you’ll explore all the must-see sites of this vibrant country. Climb aboard a high-speed bullet train to the rejuvenated city of Hiroshima, and head to the steaming hot springs of Jigokudani Onsen to come face to face with snow monkey bathing in steaming hot springs.