This week, Geckos has launched a world-wide 'Pack Ya Suitcase' sale, with 20% off most trips in Latin America, Africa, South East Asia, Japan, China, the Middle East and Nepal.

From Rio de Janeiro to Istanbul, and Ho Chi Minh City to Kenya, there are a diverse range of trips on offer to satisfy any traveller with a sense of adventure, an open mind and an eagerness to step outside the comfort zone.

Highlighted trips include:

Riding the Reunification Train: dust off those noise cancelling headphones and select an epic playlist to survive the overnight sleeper train between Vietnam's best cities. Say hi to Uncle Ho in all his embalmed glory, swap your smelly shirt for something swish at Hoi An's same-day tailors, and slurp up some pho next to the locals on the streets of Ho Chi Minh City.

The trip includes 3 nights on the sleeper train, 7 nights in a hotel, 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, local transport and plenty of free time to explore. From $796 per person (was from $995 per person).

The Track to Inca City: the best way to get those legs super toned is to hit the Inca Trail. You'll do more than your fair share of cursing on your way up to Dead Woman's Pass, the highest point at 4200m, but the sweat and tears will be worth it when you watch the sunrise at Machu Picchu's Gateway of the Sun. Get those happy snaps among the ruins before celebrating with a well-earned beer back in Cusco.

The trip includes 3 nights full service camping on the Inca Trail, 2 nights in a hotel, 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, bus transportation and a local guide.From $836 per person (was from $1045 per person).

The 20% off sale is for all new bookings made between now and 30 September 2013 for trips departing prior to 20 December 2013.

For further details on the sale, and for all terms and conditions, visit: www.geckosadventures.com/pack-ya-suitcase

For more information or images please contact Amanda Linardon, Australia & New Zealand PR Manager on amanda.linardon@intrepidtravel.comor +61 (0)481 009 149.

About Geckos Adventures

When it comes to travel, we'll throw you straight in the deep end: Eat weird food, ride public transport and stay at locally run places.

We'll still take you to the 'must-see' sites, but we'll mix it up with unique experiences that aren't found in any guidebook.  You'll also have plenty of time to do your own thing.

Our average group has 10 people. Most of our travellers are aged between 18 and 35 but the oldest so far was a 79-year-old dude named Lars, and he was awesome, so go figure.