32 Short break adventure holidays found
Kayaking weekend in Croatia
Paddle the clear blue sea around Dubrovnik
From €450 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 19 Sep, 26 Sep
Northern lights short break, Finland
Leisurely stay in Finnish Lapland & an Aurora alert system
From £1,225 to £1,645 5 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar
Sea kayaking holiday in Wales
Sea kayaking explorations Pembrokeshire National Park coast
From £439 2 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 20 Sep
Croatia sea kayaking holidays
A short kayaking break around Dubrovnik
From €535 to €575 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Sep, 28 Sep
2020: 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct
2020: 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct
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Short break riding holiday in Tuscany
A short riding holiday through the Tuscan countryside
From €720 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 28 Sep
2020: 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 16 May, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 17 Oct
2020: 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 16 May, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 17 Oct
Spitsbergen short break
Boat safari and wilderness experiences at Spitsbergen
From NKr9,990 3 days ex flights
Small group travel
Croatia and Bosnia kayking short break
River activity holiday in Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina
From €420 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct
Croatia kayak short break & Plitvice Lakes
Activity break with must-see spots in continental Croatia
From €420 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Sep, 28 Sep
Scottish traditional cruise, 4 days
Short break cruise in Argyll on the west coast of Scotland
From £835 to £955 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 28 Sep, 1 Oct, 26 Oct
2020: 11 Apr, 14 Apr, 23 May, 26 Sep, 29 Sep, 24 Oct
2020: 11 Apr, 14 Apr, 23 May, 26 Sep, 29 Sep, 24 Oct
Sweden kayaking short break
Solo travellers! Explore the Swedish Archipelago by kayak.
From €830 to €880 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 23 Sep
2020: 10 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep
2020: 10 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep
£50 off 23-27 Sept. Due to popular demand and fully booked tours we've added a new trip this season.
Northern Lights short break in Nellim, Finland
Short Northern Lights break in Finland.
From £1,095 to £1,395 4 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 12 Dec, 19 Dec, 26 Dec
2020: 2 Jan, 9 Jan, 16 Jan, 23 Jan, 30 Jan, 6 Feb, 13 Feb, 20 Feb, 27 Feb, 5 Mar, 12 Mar, 19 Mar
2020: 2 Jan, 9 Jan, 16 Jan, 23 Jan, 30 Jan, 6 Feb, 13 Feb, 20 Feb, 27 Feb, 5 Mar, 12 Mar, 19 Mar
Pembrokeshire activity weekend in Wales
Spend an inspirational activity weekend in Britain’s only coastal National Park
From £219 to £229 3 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Depart every weekend from February 1-3 through to end November 2019
Join us for an action packed adventure weekend from Friday 18th - Sunday 20th October 2019!
Was £229... Now only £200!
Sailing in Croatia
A multi-activity adventure sailing cruise
From €580 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
This trip can be booked any day of the week from 13 April until 16th October
Tailor made husky safari in Wild Taiga, Finland
Enjoy the Finnish Taiga Winter Husky Safari
From €1,180 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade and can be arranged to depart between 3rd January - 31st March 2020
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Coasteering weekend in Wales
The ultimate coastal adventure
From £219 to £229 3 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Depart every weekend from February 1-3 through to end November 2019
Johnstone Strait kayaking short break
Unique Kayaking from our Orca Camp in a Wilderness Paradise.
From CA $1,349 4 days ex flights
Small group travel
Plitvice Lakes multi activity short break in Croatia
4 day activity break in Plitvice Lakes National Park
From €420 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 28 Sep
Best of Morocco in 5 days
short break seeing the best of Morocco in 5 days
From £459£429 to £459 5 day ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 5 Dec, 22 Dec
2020: 23 Jan, 13 Feb, 27 Feb, 12 Mar, 26 Mar, 9 Apr, 23 Apr, 7 May, 21 May, 28 May, 11 Jun, 18 Jun, 25 Jun, 2 Jul, 9 Jul, 16 Jul, 23 Jul
2020: 23 Jan, 13 Feb, 27 Feb, 12 Mar, 26 Mar, 9 Apr, 23 Apr, 7 May, 21 May, 28 May, 11 Jun, 18 Jun, 25 Jun, 2 Jul, 9 Jul, 16 Jul, 23 Jul
Places available on our September departures
North Wales multi activity short break
Adrenaline adventure activities in beautiful North Wales
From £795 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 16 May, 12 Sep
Short break kayaking holiday in Sweden
Self guided kayaking & wild camping in the Swedish Archipelago
From €590 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made between late May through early September.
Croatia sailing short break
Sailing adventure through spectacular Kornati Islands
From €590 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 1 Oct, 5 Oct, 8 Oct, 12 Oct, 15 Oct
Sierra Nevada trekking holiday in Spain
Submit the three highest peaks of the Sierra Nevada.
From £543 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 5 Oct
Cross country riding holiday in Ireland
Cross country Horse riding holiday in gorgeous Ireland
From €1,340 to €1,730 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Short break to Iceland, tailor made
See the Northern Lights and snorkel the rift in Iceland!
From £1,479 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Short break sailing holiday in Italy
Cast adrift along Amalfi, Capri, and Procida
From £680 to £730 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep
French Alps climbing holiday, short break
Mountaineering trip to climb the Barre or Dome des Ecrins.
From €730 to €1,165 3 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Romania activity holiday, Western Carpathians
A multiactivity escape for adventurous travelers.
From €445 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 26 Sep, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 31 Oct
Mont Ventoux cycling weekend in France
Climb one of the Tour de France's most iconic mountains
From £899 4 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 14 May, 11 Jun, 27 Aug, 10 Sep, 1 Oct
Short break to climb Mount Toubkal in Morocco
Dramatic views to Marrakech & Anti-Atlas Mountains
From £729 to £829 5 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 7 May, 14 May, 21 May, 11 Jun, 23 Jul, 20 Aug, 10 Sep, 24 Sep
Iceland short break Northern Lights tour
Glaciers, lava tubes and nature's spectacular light show
From £1,599 to £1,699 5 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 23 Oct, 4 Dec
2020: 22 Jan, 12 Feb, 19 Feb, 25 Mar, 8 Apr
2020: 22 Jan, 12 Feb, 19 Feb, 25 Mar, 8 Apr
Late availability on these dates: 23 Oct, 04 Dec
From
€580
excluding flights
Fantastic. Loved everything about it. The crew of Simpa and Daria were excellent and made it extra special. (more)Paul Winters
The most memorable parts of the holiday were sailing to different islands, water sports, beautiful scenery. (more)Andrew Rossi
The best part of the trip was the sailing element, jumping off the boat, paddle boarding and cycling.
(more)Caroline Goodwin
From
€450
excluding flights
The Croatia coastline was amazing. (more)Richard Bushnell
The most memorable and exciting part of the holiday was exploring the quiet coves and coastline of these beautiful islands, guided by the highly experienced Yelena. (more)Garry Whitefield
The most memorable part of the trip, aside of the kayaking which was clearly the main part of our trip, (was) meeting Josep (kayaking guide-hope I’m right) he taught us so much about Croatia’s history, culture and his background. (more)James Carr-Smith
From
€535
excluding flights
Highlights were the beautiful clear blue seas, stunning scenery, swimming in the blue cave, amazing meals at local restaurants (freshly bbq’d fish), the feeling of achievement having kayaked to other islands and the camaraderie of our group (more)Victoria Hunter
I loved basic things like embarking the canoes on the rocks, sipping into turquoise water, swimming and diving. And the magnificent scenery, unspoiled nature and adriatic food.
(more)Terhi Marja Claudia Takanen
The most memorable part of the holiday was kayaking on calm waters a grey and warm day, seeing the horizon melting into the sky and the only noise to hear is my own kayaking (more)Berit Nordahl
From
£439
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the holiday was learning the basic skills to kayak and having a full day on the sea practising skills learnt. Meeting other like minded people and working together to ensure everyone enjoyed the experience.
(more)Angela Howcroft
Amazing. The accommodation was warm, clean and comfortable. The showers were hot! The food was excellent and plentiful. The bar prices were very
reasonable. The outdoor equipment was sound and well maintained. The instructors were patient, friendly and informative. They did their best to ensure that everyone in the group was happy. They were particularly reassuring for those beginners in the group. (more)Sian Tyers
Unbelievably good. Exciting and fun. Scenery fantastic. Staff amazing.
Thank you so much for a holiday we will remember and talk about until
we return next year. (more)Sally Austin
From
£995
excluding flights
From
£1,225
including UK flights
Excellent. Everything is well organised and we did not have any worries from start to finish.
The guides and hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. They all spoke English. (more)Moon Kuan
The most memorable part of the holiday was seeing the northern lights. (more)Susan Benson
The most memorable was snowshoeing on the fell above Luosto in a winter wonderland, leading a team of Huskies and snowmobiling in the dark. An excellent holiday, good accommodation, great activities, wonderful food. (more)Paul Moran
From
£835
excluding flights
The whole trip was marvellous. I felt like I’d gone to heaven.
(more)Lachlan Holme-moir
The food on board Splendour was simply splendid, the chef did extremely well in his small galley and was an amusing part of our voyage; the skipper Ian was charming and made us feel very much at home, our cabin was comfortable and the en suite facilities worked well... (more)Audrey Semple
Idyllic....All-round pleasure. Good food, beautiful scenery, good company, just the right size with 4 cabins, 8 passengers, Ian, most kind and accommodating of skippers and Steve the wonderful, inventive chef. (more)Maggie Dolan
From
€420
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
the combination of activities, rest and the company of lovely people.
Tips?
Pack less and enjoy every minute
Local benefits?
The local people made us feel that way, I saw no negative environmental impact and I think supporting local activities in beautiful nature inclines to keep it beautiful.
Overall rating?
The best holiday ever (more)Eva Janik
From
€1,180
excluding flights
Amazing trip, amazing hosts. (more)Erika Noriega
The most memorable moment was the warmth and hospitality of our hosts (and their great home cooked Finnish cuisine), to interacting with the dogs and harnessing them, to the experience of a wood fired sauna beside a frozen lake each evening, this short holiday could not have been better.
(more)Matthew Peek
Excellent experience - would have liked to have stayed longer and would go again! (more)Philippa Cawthorne
From
€420
excluding flights
The most exciting part of the holiday was jumping off an 8m waterfall. (more)Elliot Rose
Best bits: 5 nights on catamaran, lovely sailing experience, very professional guide (Danjiel), scenic places. (more)Venkatesh Ramakrishnan
I enjoyed my holiday very much and would recommend this for small group travel. (more)Natalie Jacob
From
£219
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The coasteering half day event.
Tips?
Take ear plugs as noise from other rooms and late comers does travel although it was not a major problem. Be aware that there is no mobile phone coverage at lodge.
Local benefits?
Yes.
Overall rating?
8/10.
(more)Helen Morrell
From
€830
excluding flights
From
€730
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Reaching the Summit of Dome Des Ecrins at 08:40 on the Sunday morning after leaving the refuge at 04:00am!
Overall the experience was great, certainly recommend Bernard's excellent skills at both guiding and pushing you to reach above your goals
Tips?
Good boots that you know are essential, you'll be working them hard over different terrain, with and without crampons.
Stuff to eat while you're on the move or balanced on a snow-field - ideally softer the better - makes... (more)Rebecca Belton
From
€445
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
There were so many memorable moments, from the stunning views on the Hikes and Bike rides, to the excitement of exploring Caves millions of years old!
Tips?
I can't think of any tips because everything was taken care of and every need seen to, so that everything ran smoothly and seemed effortless and an absolute pleasure!
Local benefits?
Absolutely!
Our Guide was local and our accommodation was run by Locals too, which helped us not only integrate more easily... (more)Orley Moyal
From
£219
excluding flights
The whole trip was great, for me as a professional working long hours in the city I loved how easy it was to book and then get away for some fresh air and exercise without having to worry about it. (more)Alicia Crisp
Great!...Clambering on steep rock ledges during coasteering and exploring caves sea kayaking (more)Kavitha Ravikumar
From
€725
excluding flights
Every minute was memorable and exciting! The horses, the views, the people, the food - all lovely. (more)Jane Fox
I loved every moment of it. It felt really special and actually quite an achievement to be part of something like a transhumance, which is steeped in so much tradition. (more)Kate Moore
Most memorable was perhaps climbing to what seems like the top of the world on horseback, arriving at a mountain refuge in a cloud and then realizing the stupendous view in the morning.
(more)Hester Wilcox
From
£729
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
Reaching the summit of Mt Toubkal after leaving the base camp in the dark. By the top the sun was shining, the sky was blue with the snow glistening. The views and sense of achievement made the hard climb well worth it!
Tips?
If doing it in winter has a thermal tube for your water bladder as the tube freezes!
Local benefits?
We used local porters and mule riders and bought things from local co-operative shops so helped the community.
Overall rating?
A... (more)Doug Hain
From
£1,479
excluding flights
The snorkelling and the mountain biking were the most memorable parts of the holiday! But it was all fabulous. A great country with lovely people. (more)Helen Hinde
The most memorable was the glacier walk. (more)Ginger Lowe
The most memorable was being on a glacier and seeing the glorious countryside in the south and the Snaefellsness peninsula. It was really enjoyable. The Icelanders are friendly and keen to show you their beautiful country. (more)Caroline Proud
From
£1,599
including UK flights
It was terrific. You have one extraordinary leader in Kristian. He bought out the best in the group and was informative as well as engaging. (more)Carmel Brown
The most memorable part was walking on the glacier then watching the parts of the glacier which had broken off float into the sea past the mesmerising lagoon; Gullfoss - completely spectacular waterfall...An absolutely wonderful holiday. (more)Amanda Porter
Not the adventure I had hoped for. Very little activity, mostly sitting on the bus. (more)Elizabeth Boait
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