Our grading system explained
Destination Climates
- Bhutan, Nepal & Tibet
A paradise for trekkers, the Himalaya has soaring mountains, classic trails and stunning scenery, but it also has cultural interest aplenty and some of the most welcoming people in the world.
- India, Pakistan & Sri Lanka
With some of the most varied scenery in the world, wonderful wildlife and a rich cultural and historic heritage, both India and Sri Lanka are immensely rewarding destinations.
- Central Asia
As geographically diverse as it is historically rich, this is the area of the world where east fuses with west and where great deserts give way to vast fertile steppe and giant snowy peaks.
- Southeast Asia
- The Far East
The transformation of modern-day China into an economic dynamo, combined with an abundance of cultural, historic and scenic sights, make it a compelling destination.
- The Americas
Lost worlds, ancient trails, vibrant cities and exotic wildlife; between the Grand Canyon in the north and Tierra del Fuego in the south lay a thousand wonders to explore.
- Africa & the Middle East
Encompassing vast deserts, ancient cultures, wildlife-rich plains and snow-capped mountains, the diverse landscapes of Africa and the Middle East offer a world of adventure and discovery.
- Europe
- Polar Regions