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Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or someone who needs a weekend away from the grind, we’ve got a trip for you. From overnight hiking excursions to serene yoga getaways, Urban Escapes aren’t just vacations—they’re experiences. You will discover beautiful places, learn invaluable skills and make real friendships by meeting fellow New Yorkers in a different setting. So if an afternoon in Central Park is feeling a little too crowded and you’re getting sick of the same old bars, come join us on one of our adventures and see why people keep coming back.

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Frequent Escaper Discounts

We want to thank you guys for choosing to escape with us weekend after weekend. Check out our new rewards program for even more reasons to get out of the bubble!

Featured in Sportz Undercover

Check out Sportz Undercover for an exclusive interview with Urban Escapes founder Maia Josebachvili and get an inside look at how it all started!

Winter Sneak Peek

Temperatures are dropping and it’s time to figure out your winter escapes. We’ve got awesome ski trips going every month and stay tuned for our Mexico and Caribbean getaways all winter long!

Testimonials

My trip with Urban Escapes was an awesome, relaxing, invigorating weekend away from the city. They made planning and outfitting for the hike super-easy, and I left having met several interesting New Yorkers without any bar mung on my shoes.
Aisha S., NYC

Upcoming trips

December 5 – December 7

Mt. Snow Weekend Ski Trip

This is it: your perfect winter getaway. Join us for a weekend of skiing and snowboarding in Vermont powder at picturesque Mt. Snow. You won’t have to worry about a thing—we’ll assemble a great crew, arrange accommodations at a slopeside lodge with a 15-person outdoor hot tub, sort out lift passes for the weekend, and organize all sorts of apres-ski events.

$299.00 Price goes up after 11/28
November 22

Spectacular Scramble

While not for the faint of heart, this day trip traverses several peaks west of the Hudson and offers some of the most stunning vistas in the area. One of our favorites!

$55.00
November 23

Mountain Biking in Cunningham Park

If you’re itching to go for a ride but New York City traffic isn’t the kind of challenge you’re looking for, come join us for a day of mountain biking in Cunningham Park. Great for beginners and experienced riders!

$99.00
December 20

Sterling Forest Fire Tower Hike

Your highrise may have fantastic views of the city skyline, but it doesn’t even compare to the 360 degree panoramic vistas you’ll get when climbing up the Sterling Forest firetower. This intermediate six-mile hike has it all—beautiful woods, stunning viewpoints, and serene lakeside trails.

$55.00