Our Lakes & mountains holidays & tours
Ready to experience some of the most spectacular places on our planet? Our lakes and mountains holidays are here to help, with destinations spanning from Europe’s alpine panoramas to the jagged peaks and turquoise lakes of the Rockies and Patagonia. Whether you’re hiking above glacial lakes, wildlife watching or relaxing in a hot tub in a mountain chalet, they’re all steered by people passionate about sharing the beautiful backdrops – and who are equally passionate about protecting them. That could be by championing (and, on occasion, getting you stuck into!) conservation projects, buying produce from local vineyards and farms, and accommodating you in small hotels that invest in their communities.
Our top Lakes & mountains holidays
Hiking in the Canadian Rockies holiday
From
£1925 to £2330
8 days
ex flights
Uncover the awe-inspiring beautiful Canadian Rockies on foot
Small group2026: 19 Sep, 2027: 22 May, 25 May, 29 May, 1 Jun, 5 Jun, 8 Jun, 12 Jun, 15 Jun, 19 Jun, 22 Jun, 26 Jun, 29 Jun, 3 Jul, 6 Jul, 10 Jul, 13 Jul, 17 Jul, 20 Jul, 24 Jul, 27 Jul, 31 Jul, 3 Aug, 7 Aug, 10 Aug, 14 Aug, 17 Aug, 19 Aug, 21 Aug, 24 Aug, 28 Aug, 31 Aug, 4 Sep, 7 Sep, 11 Sep, 14 Sep, 16 Sep, 18 Sep, 21 Sep, 2028: 20 May, 23 May, 27 May, 30 May, 3 Jun, 6 Jun, 10 Jun, 13 Jun, 17 Jun, 20 Jun, 24 Jun, 27 Jun ...
Mont Blanc Circuit trek, with hotel accommodation
From
£4788 to £5252
15 days
ex flights
Classic Tour, using small inns and guesthouses
Small group2027: 26 Jun, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul, 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 28 Aug
Mont Blanc holiday, Tour du Mont Blanc
From
£1790 to £2107
8 days
ex flights
The best of the Tour du Mont Blanc
Small group2026: 12 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 2027: 22 May, 29 May, 5 Jun, 12 Jun, 19 Jun, 26 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul, 7 Aug, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct
Family activity holiday in the French Alps
From
£720
8 days
ex flights
Catered Chalet Based Adventure Holiday in the French Alps
Small group2027: 12 Jun, 19 Jun, 26 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul, 7 Aug, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 28 Aug
Snow shoeing and winter hiking holiday, Canada
From
CA $3295
6 days
ex flights
Experience the winter magic of the Canadian Rockies
Small group2027: 10 Jan, 21 Feb, 21 Mar
Canadian Rockies cycling holiday
From
CA $4595
6 days
ex flights
Jagged peaks, stunning vistas and small mountain towns
Small group
Jasper to Banff cycling tour in Canada
From
CA $4195
6 days
ex flights
A Gran Fondo ride of the Rocky Mountains
Small group
Balkans rail holiday
From
£3260 to £3295
16 days
ex flights
Travel through seven countries in the Balkans.
Small group2026: 19 Sep, 2027: 1 May, 15 May, 5 Jun, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep
Alpine lakes of Slovenia holiday
From
£1870 to £2025
8 days
ex flights
Glistening glacial lakes, steep mountain cliffs, rambling caves
Small group2026: 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 2027: 16 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 18 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep
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Lakes & mountains holiday highlights
Active trips in amazing places
Our lakes and mountains trips have an adventurous streak. We can take you cycling on mountain roads, walking through wildflower meadows, rafting along white-water rivers, and swimming in cool glacier lakes – or combine them all in a multi activity trip. Some tours are point-to-point while others are centre-based, and they include a plethora of family-friendly adventures. Best of all, they’re created and steered by people who care deeply about the environment you’re exploring – often, because it’s their home. Our popular walking holidays also help you tread carefully, showing you how to preserve these paths for generations of adventurers to come.
Europe: for alpine adventures
When it comes to variety and ease of access, Europe is hard to beat. Our trips whisk you away to the mountain huts (and mountain hot tubs) of Austria, the lochs of the Scottish Highlands, the sharp, photogenic peaks of the Dolomites, and Switzerland’s luminous lakes and red mountain trains. And that’s just the classics: we also love recommending lesser-trod routes that support rural communities who don’t often get a share of the economic benefits of tourism. Traffic-free road trips through Slovenia, perhaps, or deep dives into the national parks of Montenegro. Wherever you go, hiking, yoga, swimming and photography are just some of the activities on the cards.
The Americas & beyond: Rockies, Patagonia & New Zealand
Lake Louise’s turquoise waters, Patagonia’s Los Glaciares National Park, Fiordland in New Zealand – some vistas have to be seen to be believed. Thankfully, we can make that happen. Our trips never stop at just the photo op, though – they always go deeper, offering walks with local guides who can share the significance of the peaks and paths to Indigenous people and point out wildlife you might otherwise miss.
Summer vs. winter
Ah, summer in the mountains: walking through wildflower meadows, swimming lakes, and days seem to last forever. But, oh, then there’s winter: the wonder of waking up to a fresh layer of snow, snowshoeing across frosty forests and frozen lakes, and the chance of seeing the Northern Lights dancing overhead. Caught in indecision? Our experts will help you choose the season that suits you. Departure dates are also thoughtfully planned, with active trips often skipping the busiest, hottest months or opting for quieter, cooler routes and activities instead.
Our Lakes & mountains holidays reviews
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Adam Piggin02 Sep 2026
The adventure holiday adrenaline tour (August 2026) — genuinely next-level.read more
Laura Murphy31 Aug 2026
We had the best time on our trip and could not thank Stan and G enough. Their hospitality was incredible. Nothing was ever too much of an ask. We loved our time in Montenegro and look forward to returning in the future! Thank youread more
Rebecca Brickley30 Aug 2026
5 stars. Nikola was extremely helpful throughout and would recommend anyone to book via his company Nikena tours if they are thinking of going to Montenegro.read more
Sally Gower29 Aug 2026
5 stars! We had a great time, one of our all time best family holidays. Relaxing and exhilarating in equal measures.read more
