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Walking & Trekking
Walking holidays & trekking at altitude - what to expect
Our walking holidays and trekking holidays are designed to allow gradual height gain, spread over a number of days. There is no way of predicting who will suffer from altitude but, for the vast majority of people, a slow ascent to height will produce minimal effects. On a few high altitude treks we carry a Gamow Bag as a precautionary measure.
The dossier pack that we send to you when you book your holiday includes comprehensive advice on safe travel at altitude. If you would like to find out more about the effects of altitude and the best preventative measures, then please visit the website of the research charity Medex and download their excellent booklet called 'Travel at High Altitude'. For treks involving travel above 4,000m/13,120ft, we'd strongly recommend that you read this booklet before you travel. You can also call our office and speak to an experienced member of our team.
Walking & Trekking
Explore a wide range of walking and trekking holidays worldwide with Mountain Kingdoms. From gentle hikes to challenging expeditions, book today.
31 Holidays
- Trek in a truly remote region of Nepal far from the busier trails of the nearby Annapurnas.
- Discover magnificent, varied and unspoilt scenery from lush river valleys to dramatic high-desert terrain.
- Cross the Kang La Pass and enjoy sweeping vistas of the Annapurna Massif.
- Explore the Tibetan-style villages of Naar and Phu where life has remained little-changed for centuries.
- Stay in simple tea houses for an authentic Nepali trekking experience.
Flight inclusive from £3395, Land only from £2195
- A three day trek between villages and temples along the ridgeline of the Kathmandu Valley
- Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims on the trail to the sacred temple of Namo Buddha
- An overnight camping trek in Bhutan to reach Taktsang Monastery
- Time to explore the heritage towns of Bhaktapur, Dhulikel and Panauti in Nepal
- Gentle walks in Bhutan and the cultural highlights of Paro, Punakha and Thimphu
- All the colour and celebrations of a traditional Bhutanese festival
Flight inclusive from £4435, Land only from £3170
- Experience the tranquillity of the Camino del Norte in rural Northern Spain
- Arrive at Santiago de Compostela - the culmination of 7 days and 160km of walking
- Receive a Compostela Certificate when you successfully complete your pilgrimage
- Stay at the exquisite Pazo Santa Maria country house and the stylish Parador de Vilalba
- Visit magnificent medieval monasteries and cathedrals en route
Land only from £1875
- Take a sunset cruise to see Kochi’s iconic fishing nets
- Walk with expert local trackers in three different wildlife sanctuaries
- Wander through tea plantations in the scenic hills of Munnar
- Ascend the second highest peak in southern India
- Relax on an overnight riceboat cruise on Kerala’s backwaters
- Visit a spice plantation, tea factory and coconut farm, and experience rural Keralan life
Flight inclusive from £3145, Land only from £2295
- A scenically spectacular little-known alternative to the Annapurna Sanctuary trek
- Wild terrain with towering cliffs, waterfalls, glaciers, a brilliant blue lake and a host of Himalayan giants
- Trek high point at French Advance Base Camp, 4,305m, with staggering 360-degree mountain views
- Four-star hotel in Kathmandu, exciting mountain road to the start of the trek, and a well-paced ascent
- Remote camping trek - the equal of anything in the Himalaya but in just two weeks London to London
- Enjoy the Laxmi Pooja festivities (on selected October departures)
Flight inclusive from £3195, Land only from £2085
- Excellent acclimatisation, giving high success rates and greater enjoyment
- Trek to both Everest Base Camp and Kala Pattar
- Highly experienced Sherpa leaders, some of whom are Everest summiteers
- 29th October departure attends the Mani Rimdu Festival
- Four-star hotel with time to relax in Kathmandu
Flight inclusive from £3165, Land only from £2145
- The classic Everest Base Camp trek with Gokyo Lakes - Nepal doesn't get much better than this!
- Enjoy stunning views of Everest from Kala Pattar
- Cross the Cho La and ascend Gokyo Ri
- Excellent acclimatisation and highly experienced Sherpa leaders
- Four-star hotel and time to relax and take in the sights of Kathmandu
Flight inclusive from £3625, Land only from £2545
- Climb airy stone staircases, and trek along exhilarating mountain ridges
- Trek through verdant farmland and explore unspoilt forests
- Marvel at the incredible mountain panoramas from the Sing La
- Visit remote Gurung and Tamang villages
- Relax after the trek in a four star hotel in Kathmandu
Flight inclusive from £2705, Land only from £1595
- Complete the spectacular trek to Makalu Base Camp where few others have ventured
- Cross the Shipton La pass, and three other high passes, on a single day of sublime trekking
- Enjoy a full day of exploration at Makalu Base Camp
- Encounter varied scenery in different temperate zones as you progress from 700m to over 5,000m
- Stay in tea houses on trek to experience remote village life and contribute directly to the local economy.
Flight inclusive from £3945, Land only from £2650
- Genuinely remote and culturally distinct - an area of Nepal where few westerners ever reach
- Phuksundo Lake is just one of the spectacular scenic highlights of this trip
- Visit Shey Gompa and make a 'kora' of the fabled Crystal Mountain
- Spend time with the people of Dolpo
- Excellent acclimatisation with two rest days
- Enjoy first rate camping facilities on trek and a four star hotel in Kathmandu
Flight inclusive from £5085, Land only from £3835
- Explore the heart of the region on this exhilarating 6-day trek, starting at the foot of the Tre Cime
- Walking amidst the pillars, pinnacles, and colossal rock walls of the Dolomites
- Stay in comfortable and welcoming rifugios
- All your baggage will be transferred for you between mountain huts – walk with just a daypack
Land only from £2995
- Towering Himalayan peaks, sacred lakes and deep hidden valleys - all within a day's drive of Kathmandu
- A culturally rich trek into the home of the Tamang and the Yolmo Sherpa people
- Traditional tea houses and a warm welcome trekking the Langtang Valley
- 4* hotel in Kathmandu at the start and end of the trek
Flight inclusive from £3050, Land only from £1870
- A fully supported, well-paced trek with excellent acclimatisation
- Trek to the Base Camp of Mount Chomolhari and return via the high pass of the Yeli La
- Join the celebrations at the Chomolhari Mountain Festival (October departure)
- Walk to Taktsang Monastery and sightseeing in Thimphu
- Enjoy first-rate camping facilities on trek and good quality hotels in Bhutan and Kathmandu
Flight inclusive from £5145, Land only from £4095
- Experience a genuine wilderness trek in the heart of the Annapurna mountains
- Cross three challenging passes: the Kang La, 5,300m, the Mesokanto La, 5,120m and the Namun La, 4,850m
- Enjoy incredible close-up views of the Annapurnas, Machhapuchare, Manaslu and Dhaulagiri
- Camp at 5,000m at stunning Tilicho lake - a unique experience
- Explore the delightful mountain villages of Naar and Phu
Flight inclusive from £5680, Land only from £4385
- Trek the most awe-inspiring section of the Jordan Trail
- Explore Petra, entering by the lesser-visited 'backdoor'. Stop at Little Petra en route.
- Begin your trek at Dana Nature Reserve – one of Jordan’s must-see natural sights
- Experience floating in the salt-rich waters of the Dead Sea
- Enjoy a first rate camping experience on trek and stay in good quality hotel in Madaba
Flight inclusive from £2235, Land only from £1735
- A distinctive and improved version of the classic Manaslu Circuit, trekking with spectacular scenery from start to finish.
- Excellent acclimatisation with rest days before crossing the Larkya La.
- Explore picturesque Tibetan villages full of cultural interest.
- Staying in tea houses on trek and a four-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Flight inclusive from £3090, Land only from £2095
- Achieve five superb objectives all over 5,000 metres: the passes of Renjo La, Cho La and Kongma La, and the summits of Gokyo Ri and Kala Pattar
- Trek in the more unspoilt valleys of the Khumbu approaching the Renjo La and Chukhung
- View Everest, Makalu, Lhotse and Cholatse, the Himalayan giants, in their full glory
- Stay at a four star hotel in Kathmandu with time to relax or take in the sights of the city
Flight inclusive from £3815, Land only from £2595
- Trek on sections of the 'Peace Trail' circuit straddling the borders of Kosovo, Albania and Montenegro
- Enjoy rugged walking and ascend three peaks including the highest in Kosovo
- Experience the warmest of welcomes and the generous hospitality of the local shepherds and farmers
- Stay in a traditional shepherd's hut and village houses for a glimpse of an ancient way of life
Flight inclusive from £2100, Land only from £1650
- An opportunity to genuinely trek where few other westerners venture.
- Spectacular Himalayan scenery with views of many 8,000m peaks.
- Excellent acclimatisation and ample time to explore.
- Highly experienced Nepali leader and trek crew.
- Tea houses on trek and a 4* hotel in Kathmandu.
Flight inclusive from £4415, Land only from £2965
- Stroll along the waterside promenade in Split and walk the wonderful city walls of Dubrovnik
- Explore three distinctive Dalmatian islands on foot - Hvar, Mljet and Lopud
- Take in the sumptuous views as you hike to the best island viewpoints
- Enjoy enchanting seaside towns, relax on beautiful beaches and swim in the incredibly clear sea
Flight inclusive from £2450, Land only from £2055
- Stay in high quality trekking lodges with lots of home comforts
- Relax at a high quality hotel in Kathmandu and tour the city’s main sights
- Discover the Annapurna foothills and the Everest region on two well-paced treks with stunning views
- Enjoy the best trekking experience with excellent acclimatisation and first rate leaders
Flight inclusive from £4910, Land only from £3750
- The classic Snowman trek with a superb hike out through uncharted terrain
- Travel with a highly experienced Mountain Kingdoms leader supported by a Bhutanese guide and crew
- Excellent acclimatisation with carefully placed rest days in the best locations for exploration
- Sightseeing in Paro and Punakha including the walk to Tiger's Nest Monastery
- Two nights getting to know the people of Laya with their unique dress and cultural traditions
- First-rate camping on trek and a four-star hotel in Kathmandu
Flight inclusive from £13870, Land only from £12490
- Experience one of the world's greatest treks with excellent acclimatisation
- Enjoy spectacular scenery with views of the great peaks of the Karakorams
- Camp at breathtaking Broad Peak Base Camp giving a much less demanding trek into K2 Base Camp and maximising your time there
- Spend two nights in the magnificent mountain amphitheatre at Concordia
- Take a scenic flight to and from Skardu
Flight inclusive from £3585, Land only from £2785
Gangkar Punsum Wilderness Exploration Trek
25 day Strenuous Walking & Trekking
- Explore the incredible wild country south of Gangkar Punsum
- Trek through the rarely visited Chamkhar Chhu valley
- Enjoy close up views of Bhutan's highest peak
- Walk up to the breathtaking clifftop temple of Taktsang Monastery
- A challenging, exciting, off-the-beaten-track trek in true wilderness
- Spectacular gorges, high passes and wild scenery from first step to last
- The dramatic monastery of Phuktal Gompa clinging to a cliff face
- Time to explore Leh, Manali and Delhi
Flight inclusive from £5745, Land only from £4995
- Trek in some of the most remote, wild and spectacular scenery in South America
- Acclimatise with an excellent programme of day walks and visits to cultural attractions
- Spend time at Copacabana and the Isla del Sol on Lake Titicaca
- Visit the vast archaeological site of Tiwanaku
- Enjoy a full-service camping trek and comfortable hotels elsewhere
Flight inclusive from £3790, Land only from £2625
- Trek the high Andes in real style, staying in four superb mountain lodges
- Follow a beautiful trail, away from the crowds of the Inca Trail, with unique views of Machu Picchu
- Enjoy the best acclimatisation programme with time in the Sacred Valley
- Tour the incomparable Inca ruins of Machu Picchu
- Extend your time in Cuzco or travel on to some of Peru's other key attractions
Flight inclusive from £5195, Land only from £4095
- Easy day walks across the steppe to important historical sights
- Have a go at camel riding and horse riding
- Join the celebrations at the Naadam Festival
- Stay in cosy ger camps and comfortable hotels
- Enjoy Mongolian hospitality at a nomadic ger camp
Flight inclusive from £3845, Land only from £1995
- En suite bathrooms, excellent food and top quality service – the Everest region in style
- Superb trekking with wonderful views of Mount Everest and many other Himalayan giants
- Stay in the delightful village of Phortse, situated on a ridge overlooking the Dudh Kosi River
- Join the celebrations at the Mani Rimdu Festival (31st October departure)
- Dwarika's fabulous heritage hotel in Kathmandu
- Guided walking tour of the highlights of Kathmandu
Flight inclusive from £4335, Land only from £2985
- Stay in luxury lodges on trek with excellent facilities, food and service
- Trek the main trails of the Everest region including the old Tibetan trade route the Nangpa La
- Meet climbers or simply explore the Base Camp of beautiful Ama Dablam
- Relax at indulgent Dwarika's Hotel in Kathmandu
- Enjoy a walking tour of Kathmandu’s key sights
Flight inclusive from £4040, Land only from £2995
- Visit a small Buddhist kingdom that until relatively recently was closed to the outside world.
- Attractive Tibetan-style villages with a strong, well preserved Tibetan culture and intriguing long-abandoned cliff dwellings and ancient cave monasteries.
- A dramatic desert landscape with incredible ‘organ-pipe’ cliffs, set against a backdrop of the mighty snow-capped Himalaya.
- While on trek stay in charming teahouses, small hotels and lodges
- 4* hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara and a combination of tea houses and lodges on trek.
Flight inclusive from £4315, Land only from £3295
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