These 'Short Break' Curated Getaways Let You See the World on Limited Vacation Time

"Forget slow travel, it's time for speedy travel.Intrepid Travel, a tour operator based in Australia, just launched a series of jam-packed " Short Breaks" designed with four- to six-day international trips, it shared exclusively with Travel + Leisure. The company has curated 10 new itineraries in Europe and Latin America, and updated 45 itineraries around the world. Each itinerary lasts between four and six days, making it a perfect getaway for a traveler short on time, or looking to maximize every day off."

"For reference on the pricing, the Czech Republic Short Break costs $1,745, and a 5-day trip through the Faroe Islands costs $4,895. "We know how transformative travel can be, but the luxury of time is not something that everyone has," Erica Kritikides, Intrepid Travel's general manager, shared in a statement to T+L. "Intrepid Short Breaks aren't just about taking time off - they're about making the most of it, with meaningful experiences that allow travelers to see and do more in fewer days." The tour company optimized the schedule to match workers' paid time off, by arranging departure days scheduled around holidays or weekends, which minimizes the days a traveler would need to take from work."

Intrepid Travel launched a new 'Short Breaks' program offering ten new four- to six-day international itineraries in Europe and Latin America and updates to 45 existing trips globally. The trips are fully organized including activities and meals to minimize pre-departure planning. Bookings are open now with departures beginning July 2026. Sample options include four-day itineraries in Tulum, Prague, and Venice; a Czech Republic four-day trip that covers Prague's old town, Swiss-border hikes, and countryside cycling. Pricing examples: Czech Short Break $1,745; five-day Faroe Islands $4,895. Departure schedules align with holidays and weekends to reduce required time off.

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