TORONTO — In response to increased demand for elevated, off-the-beaten-path trips, Exodus Travels has launched Premium Adventures, a selection of experiences with first-rate accommodations.

A total of 22 Premium Adventures are available around the world, with 22 more in development. According to a recent company poll, nearly 50% of Exodus’ travellers are “definitely or likely to consider” Premium Adventures now that they are launched.

A sampling of Premium Adventures includes the following:

• Walking The Ancient Trails of Cappadocia: Travellers can walk the ancient trails of Cappadocia, Turkey in the day, and stay at the Yunak Evleri Cave Hotel at night, in rooms dating back to the 5^th Led by poet Semih Eser, this adventure also includes an iconic balloon ride over the rock chimney-strewn landscape.
• Portugal: Walking & Wine with Magdalena Patacho. Led by award-winning guide Madalena Patacho, this adventure includes the city of Porto and the Basto and Douro wine regions. Guests will stay at the five-star Douro Scala Hotel.
• Premium Cycling Vietnam. Travellers will ride from Saigon in the south to Hanoi in the north on this two-week premium cycling adventure. Accommodations are at the five-star MerPerle Hon Tam Resort.
• Cape Town & The Garden Route. This journey between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town is arguably one of the finest coastal routes in the world. Guests will see pristine beaches, dramatic cliffs and gorges and lively seaside towns, plus stay at the four-star Amakhala Safari Lodge where they will enjoy game drives in the vast reserve.

Exodus Travels currently has 22 additional Premium Adventures in development, including Annapurna Trails & Chitwan, Amazon Rainforest Small-Ship Cruise, Kenya Photographic Safari with Paul Goldstein and more.