The Best Adventure Honeymoon Ideas
Unsure of where to take your first trip as a married couple? Read on to discover the best action-packed Culture Trip adventures across the globe.
If you’d rather spend your honeymoon hiking on glaciers in Iceland, camping in the Galápagos Islands, or spotting pyramids than relaxing around a pool, Culture Trip has you covered. These are the top honeymoon ideas for outdoorsy couples to get married life off to an adventurous start – with extreme honeymoon activities packed into these itineraries, it’s sure to be a trip to remember.
Hiking in the Himalayas
Planning a hiking honeymoon? The Himalayas boast some of the world’s most dramatic hiking trails through towering, snow-capped peaks, while Nepal itself is renowned as the ultimate outdoor sports destination, making it one of the best active honeymoon destinations around. This nine-day Nepalese adventure will see you hike through farmland and remote settlements with panoramic views of the Annapurna Range, go white-water rafting through wild rapids on the Seti River, set up camp on a sandy beach, canoe through the Chitwan National Park, and search for elusive Bengal tigers and Indian leopards on safari.
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STARTS AT
Kathmandu, Nepal
ENDS AT
Kathmandu, Nepal
DURATION
9
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Exploring the Galápagos Islands like Darwin
Nothing says adventure like a trip to the remote Galápagos Islands, following in the footsteps of Charles Darwin. Alongside spotting incredibly diverse wildlife – think giant tortoises, marine iguanas, Galápagos penguins and blue-footed boobies – there’s also the opportunity to snorkel around underwater volcanic formations, hike lava trails and explore uninhabited islands. Newly-wed couples will love staying at the Galápagos Magic Camp in the highlands of Santa Cruz. The secluded retreat boasts six safari-style tents and four treehouses with giant tortoises roaming freely around the camp.
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STARTS AT
Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island
ENDS AT
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San Cristobal Island
DURATION
5
GROUP SIZE
14
PHYSICAL RATING
Light
STYLE
Discovery
Escaping to Iceland’s hot springs and geysers
Iceland is renowned as a spot for adventure, with a dramatic, otherworldly landscape defined by glaciers, waterfalls, hot springs and geysers – making it a top destination for adventurous honeymoons. Join a small group of like-minded thrill-seekers on this Culture Trip adventure. It packs Iceland’s best attractions – including the Golden Circle, the Blue Lagoon and Northern Lights – into just five action-packed days, as well as a selection of truly singular experiences, from tasting geothermal rye bread to snowmobiling across glaciers. Only in Iceland.
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STARTS AT
Reykjavik, Iceland
ENDS AT
Reykjavik, Iceland
DURATION
5
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Seeing an ancient wonder of the world in Egypt
Tick a major item off your bucket list together on our nine-day epic around Egypt. Start in Cairo, where you’ll see the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx, before heading south to see the Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temple – which you’ll visit at night, to see the site illuminated by candlelight. Slow down as you cruise the Nile on a luxury ship, stopping to visit Karnak Temple and the Souq of Luxor. This trip is perfect for making magical honeymoon memories, like boarding a felucca (traditional sailboat) for a cocktail party at sunset, or going for a kayak on the waters of the Nile itself.
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STARTS AT
Cairo, Egypt
ENDS AT
Aswan, Egypt
DURATION
9
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Light
STYLE
Discovery
Experiencing the best of Rajasthan
If you’re after a honeymoon with enigmatic cities and world-famous attractions, our 10-day tour of Rajasthan in India is the perfect choice. Meet the group in Delhi before travelling to Agra to see the iconic Taj Mahal at sunrise. Next, visit Jaipur and see Amer Fort – also known as the Amber Palace – before a stop in Jodhpur, to see the pretty cornflower-blue buildings. Visit the picturesque village of Narlai with a local community member, then hike up to the top of Elephant Hill for panoramic views over rural Rajasthan. See the top attractions in Udaipur before this whistle-stop tour of Rajasthan comes to an end.
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STARTS AT
Delhi, India
ENDS AT
Udaipur, India
DURATION
10
GROUP SIZE
18
PHYSICAL RATING
Light
STYLE
Discovery
Spotting the Big Five in South Africa
The luxury game reserve that awaits at the end of our 11-day adventure in South Africa is one of the most romantic places to stay on the planet – imagine waking up to sunrise views from the comfort of your luxury lodge, or seeing elephants walk right up to your outdoor pool as you’re going for a swim. We’ll embark on four game drives in an attempt to see the Big Five, as well as a whole host of other flora and fauna. What comes before your safari adventure? Just Cape Town, Table Mountain, vineyard tours, a beautiful coastal town, an ostrich farm and a luscious national park along the country’s famous Garden Route.
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STARTS AT
Cape Town, South Africa
ENDS AT
Cape Town, South Africa
DURATION
11
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Maja Proescholdt and Gethin Morgan contributed additional reporting to this article.
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