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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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January Update

We’re back from an incredible scouting trip and ready to kick off 2009 with all sorts of exciting adventures! The Mexico trip sold out in just five days and we’re already working on putting another one on the calendar. Our ski trip is almost sold out and sure to be an absolute blast. And as usual, we’ve got happy hours, hikes, climbs, and other activities all month long so come check it out!

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!

Testimonials

Hiking through Bear Mountain in all its greenery was incredibly beautiful and relaxing. The scenery starts as soon as you get in the car and leave the city. Getting away and being immersed in nature with friends with a backpack on your back was a totally transforming and refreshing experience. I was totally invested in this trip, between cooking, getting water for yourself, and sleeping in a tent under the stars—the whole experience was really mind-blowing. Anybody, whether you consider yourself an outdoorsy person or not, would have an amazing time on this camping trip. It would be literally be impossible not to!
Diane W., NYC

Upcoming trips

January 23 – January 25

Mt. Snow Ski Weekend

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.

$369.00 Just 8 spots left
January 28 – February 1

Mexico Adventure

We’ve scouted the Yucatan Peninsula to find the best adventures in the most exotic places and we’ve come up with an unforgettable itinerary. In just five days you’ll swim with dolphins, rappel down into an underground cenote, go spelunking through an impressive 600-meter long cave, snorkel in blue lagoon, hike through ancient Mayan ruins and much more!

$349.00 Full - Waitlist started
January 10

Winter Hike and Snow Tubing

It’s the middle of winter and you’re itching to go outside--why not try something a little different? Join us for a morning hike and an afternoon of snow-tubing! If you thought it was fun when you were younger, you’ll absolutely love it now.

$75.00 Second van added!
January 15

Happy Hour Reunion

Love the people you met on your trip? Want to meet others like them? Come join us for an Urban Escapes happy hour and meet like-minded adventurers as you share stories over a cold one. This is great for people who are considering coming on a trip and want to get to know the staff, ask questions, and see what Urban Escapes is all about.