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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
With our extensive range of walking and trekking holidays worldwide we have something to offer everyone. Our small group walking and trekking holidays are graded from Gentle to Expedition Grade and include iconic treks, pioneering adventures, plus less energetic gentle walking holidays and loads in-between.
10 Holidays
Kangchenjunga Trek Sikkim, India
22 day Vigorous / Strenuous Walking & Trekking
- Splendid Himalayan trekking with scenic camps and panoramic viewpoints.
- Genuinely remote with few other trekkers for the first eight days of the trek.
- Stunning sunrise views of Kangchenjunga and the surrounding peaks.
- Time in Darjeeling & Kalimpong to enjoy the sights.
- Full-service camping on trek and good quality centrally located hotels.
Flight inclusive from £3775, Land only from £2875
Gentle Walking & Wildlife Kerala
15 day Gentle / Moderate Walking & Trekking
- 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 £3035, Land only from £2195
- Follow the most scenic sections Sri Lanka’s new long-distance trail in the verdant highlands
- Stay overnight in characterful accommodation with extensive views
- Walk to ‘World’s End’ and discover the rich bio-diversity of Horton Plains National Park
- Learn how tea is traditionally made and enjoy the delicious local cuisine
- Explore the cultural sights and lively streets of Kandy
Flight inclusive from £3160, Land only from £2175
Gentle Walking Sri Lanka
16 day Gentle Walking & Trekking
- A comprehensive tour of Sri Lanka, combining cultural highlights with gentle walking
- Travel into the hill country by train to hilltop tea plantations
- Take a jeep safari to look for leopards in Yala National Park
- A relaxing beach stay at the end of your travels
Flight inclusive from £3585, Land only from £2565
Markha Valley Trek
14 day Vigorous Walking & Trekking
- A classic summer trek in the dramatic Indian Himalaya
- A week long trek crossing a pass of 5,216m/17,113ft
- Plenty of pre-trek acclimatisation time in and around Leh
- Time at a traditional Ladakhi festival
Flight inclusive from £2990, Land only from £1995
Zanskar Dream Trek
31 day Strenuous Walking & Trekking
- Unique to Mountain Kingdoms, this trek avoids the more well-known routes in Zanskar with large parts of it through completely uninhabited wilderness.
- A truly exciting and challenging trek for the serious adventurer.
- An excellent acclimatisation programme with time in Leh the walk to Sapi Lake.
- First rate camping facilities and a highly experienced Mountain Kingdoms appointed leader.
Flight inclusive from £5790, Land only from £4995
K2 Base Camp Trek
21 day Strenuous Walking & Trekking
- 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 £3800, Land only from £2585
Curzon's Trail & Kuari Pass, Indian Himalaya
17 day Vigorous Walking & Trekking
- A stunning trek in the Garhwal Himalaya over the Kuari Pass
- High mountain passes, dense forest and wide open meadows
- Spectacular views of Trisul and Nanda Devi
- Fully supported camping trek to a little-visited area
- A train ride to Hardiwar and rafting to Rishikesh along the Ganges
- One of India's best-kept secrets
Flight inclusive from £2395, Land only from £1795
- Ride a mountain train, walk the Mall in Shimla and visit the magnificent Golden Temple at Amritsar
- Visit Dharamsala, the home town of the Dalai Lama
- Stay in converted palaces, heritage properties and characterful hotels
- Enjoy good day walks and explore the key cultural sights on foot.
Flight inclusive from £3260, Land only from £2585
Gentle Walking Ladakh
14 day Gentle / Moderate Walking & Trekking
- Explore the sights of Leh - the fascinating capital of Ladakh
- Enjoy pretty walks in lovely countryside
- Visit some of the most stunning monasteries and palaces of Ladakh
- Stay in comfortable hotels that reflect the character of the region
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