TORONTO — Intrepid Travel has integrated Urban Adventures, its popular city tour brand in the United States, into its North American Destination Management Company (DMC).
This move marks the conclusion of a successful 15-year partnership with WeVenture, which was instrumental in creating and operating U.S.-based tours for Urban Adventures.
The United States is Intrepid Travel’s largest market within its global DMC network, with 75% of Urban Adventures travellers hailing from the U.S. In 2025, Intrepid is expected to host over 40,000 Urban Adventures customers across the country, supported by six city managers and more than 80 expert tour leaders. Including overseas visitors and Wildland Trekking’s immersive hiking experiences, Intrepid anticipates welcoming over 55,000 travellers in the U.S. this year.
“Urban Adventures is central to Intrepid’s mission of connecting travellers with the heart of local communities,” said Matt Berna, Senior Vice President for North America. “This isn’t just about tours; it’s about reshaping how Americans explore their own country. We’re fostering deeper connections, elevating local stories, and giving back to the communities that make these cities unique.”
To support this expansion, Amanda Neiman has been promoted to Operations Director for Intrepid’s North American DMC, overseeing the operational delivery of Urban Adventures. Reporting to Berna, Neiman will collaborate with Jason Fried, one of WeVenture’s original founders, who will continue to lead the Urban Adventures team for Intrepid.
Urban Experiences Across the U.S.
Urban Adventures offers tours in iconic cities like Boston, Chicago, Denver, New Orleans, New York, Philadelphia, Seattle and Washington, D.C. Each tour is led by local guides who bring their intimate knowledge and passion to the experience, a feature consistently praised in customer feedback.
Highlights include:
- Experiencing New Orleans’ jazz scene in the French Quarter through the eyes of a local.
- Exploring Seattle’s coffee culture with those who helped shape the city’s global reputation.
- Enjoying a private Broadway night out in New York City or delving into the rich history of the Tenements.
- Walking Boston’s Food to Freedom Trail, a sustainable alternative to bus tours.
The most popular Urban Adventures tour, exploring Washington’s National Mall and Monuments by electric car, offers a comfortable and eco-friendly way to experience D.C.’s sprawling landmarks and historic sites.
“Our tours aren’t just local stories—they’re a taste of Intrepid’s travel philosophy: immersive, sustainable, and unforgettable,” Berna added.
For more information go to https://www.urbanadventures.com/en.
