75 Challenging trekking holidays found
High Inca Trail trek in Peru
Machu Picchu, Inca fortresses and cloud forest
From £2,399 to £2,759 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 4 May, 18 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct
Kilimanjaro climb, Rongai route
Ascend Mt Kilimanjaro's Rongai Route
From £2,849 to £3,449 10 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 31 Aug, 21 Sep, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 19 Dec
2019: 16 Jan, 15 Feb, 24 May, 10 Jul, 2 Aug, 30 Aug, 8 Sep, 27 Sep, 7 Oct, 18 Oct, 1 Nov, 6 Dec
2019: 16 Jan, 15 Feb, 24 May, 10 Jul, 2 Aug, 30 Aug, 8 Sep, 27 Sep, 7 Oct, 18 Oct, 1 Nov, 6 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 31 Aug, 21 Sep, 12 Oct, 19 Oct
Dominica walking holidays, 16 days
Explore this beautiful island and get back to nature
From £1,914 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Patagonia trekking holiday
Trek on the Patagonia Ice Cap, a stunning expedition.
From £1,754 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departs weekly from November to March.
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Annapurna Sanctuary trekking holidays
One of the very best alpine treks to Annapurna Base Camp
From £2,169 to £2,469 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 28 Sep, 13 Dec
2019: 22 Feb, 15 Mar, 5 Apr, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 8 Nov, 15 Nov
2019: 22 Feb, 15 Mar, 5 Apr, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 8 Nov, 15 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 28 Sep
Nepal trekking holiday, Annapurna and Everest
Trek Nepal's famous Everest and Annapurna Trails in 2 weeks
From £1,950 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Sep, 6 Oct, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 2 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 9 Feb, 2 Mar, 12 Mar, 30 Mar, 13 Apr, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 1 Dec
2020: 4 Jan, 8 Feb, 29 Feb, 10 Mar, 28 Mar, 11 Apr, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 29 Nov
2019: 5 Jan, 9 Feb, 2 Mar, 12 Mar, 30 Mar, 13 Apr, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 1 Dec
2020: 4 Jan, 8 Feb, 29 Feb, 10 Mar, 28 Mar, 11 Apr, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 29 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 22 Sep, 06 Oct, 20 Oct, 03 Nov
Mount Toubkal winter climb, Morocco
Venture into the heart of the High Atlas
From £829 to £999 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 28 Oct, 9 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 20 Jan, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 17 Mar, 7 Apr, 13 Oct, 27 Oct, 10 Nov
2019: 6 Jan, 20 Jan, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 17 Mar, 7 Apr, 13 Oct, 27 Oct, 10 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 28 Oct
Annapurna circuit trekking holiday
One of the world's most spectacular treks
From £1,700 23 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 22 Dec, 29 Dec
Trekking with Sherpas in the Everest region
Bespoke Trek in the foothills of the mightiest mountains.
From £888 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
We can arrange treks around the Everest Region from end September through winter to mid-May, min 7 days, max 30 days
Patagonia trekking holiday, Patagonia Eco-camp
Camp & trek Los Glaciares & T. del Paine Parks, Patagonia
From £3,724 to £4,600 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs every Friday with min 2 people (based on Paine W trek in Chile). Departs every Sunday between October and April with min 2 people (based on Paine Circuit in Chile)
Everest trekking holiday, Everest Circuit
3 week trek of Gokyo Lake & Everest Base Camp
From £1,990 21 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 31 Oct, 14 Nov, 28 Nov, 5 Dec, 13 Dec, 26 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 23 Jan, 6 Feb, 18 Feb, 27 Feb, 20 Mar, 27 Mar, 3 Apr, 24 Apr, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov, 4 Dec, 12 Dec, 25 Dec
2020: 5 Jan, 22 Jan, 5 Feb, 17 Feb, 26 Feb, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 22 Apr, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 11 Nov, 2 Dec, 10 Dec ...
2019: 6 Jan, 23 Jan, 6 Feb, 18 Feb, 27 Feb, 20 Mar, 27 Mar, 3 Apr, 24 Apr, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov, 4 Dec, 12 Dec, 25 Dec
2020: 5 Jan, 22 Jan, 5 Feb, 17 Feb, 26 Feb, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 22 Apr, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 11 Nov, 2 Dec, 10 Dec ...
Late availability on these dates: 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 03 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 31 Oct, 14 Nov
Mont Blanc climbing holiday
The exhilaration of summiting an alpine peak
From £2,150 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 8 Sep
2019: 8 Jun, 22 Jun, 6 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep
2020: 6 Jun, 20 Jun, 4 Jul, 18 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep
2019: 8 Jun, 22 Jun, 6 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep
2020: 6 Jun, 20 Jun, 4 Jul, 18 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 08 Sep
Via Ferrata walking holiday in the Dolomites, Italy
A perfect introductory trip for good walkers
From £1,499 to £1,649 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 25 Aug
2019: 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 24 Aug, 31 Aug
2019: 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 24 Aug, 31 Aug
Late availability on these dates: 25 Aug
Kokoda track trekking holiday, Papua New Guinea
Trek across the geographical heart of Papua New Guinea
From £2,390 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 25 Aug, 25 Sep, 9 Oct
2019: 15 Apr, 24 Apr, 1 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 24 Aug, 27 Sep, 1 Oct
2019: 15 Apr, 24 Apr, 1 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 24 Aug, 27 Sep, 1 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 25 Aug, 25 Sep, 09 Oct
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Lemosho route Kilimanjaro climb and safari
A unique climb and a classic Tanzania safari
From £5,249 15 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 10 Feb
Patagonia trekking holiday, Fitzroy and Paine
Dramatic scenery and the trekking world-renowned
From £4,499 to £4,599 15 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 24 Nov
2019: 12 Jan, 23 Feb, 9 Nov, 23 Nov
2019: 12 Jan, 23 Feb, 9 Nov, 23 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 24 Nov
Adventure holiday in Bolivia
Awe-inspiring high desert lake and mountain scenery
From £1,800 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 15 Sep
Small group trekking in Colombia
Discover the hidden locations of the wondrous Colombia.
From £3,295 12 days ex flights
Small group travel
The Ausangate Trek holiday, Peru
Trek the highest mountain in Peru- Ausangate
From £2,288 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Guatemala trekking holiday, Los Cuchumantanes
Hike Central Americas Highest Mountain Range,
From £1,795 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Honshu hiking holiday in Japan
A challenging walking and hiking holiday in Japan.
From £2,630 17 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Climb kilimanjaro 6 day Marangu route
The Marangu Route is a challenging but doable climb
From £1,795 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 1 Sep, 14 Sep, 3 Oct, 31 Oct, 14 Nov, 3 Dec
Places available on our September and October departures
Lemosho trek up Kilimanjaro
Strenuous route up Africa's highest peak
From £2,960 to £3,780 12 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 19 Dec
2019: 30 Jan, 13 Feb, 27 Feb, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 20 Dec
2019: 30 Jan, 13 Feb, 27 Feb, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 20 Dec
Bulgaria trekking holiday, guided
Experience the best of the highest mountains in Bulgaria!
From €525 to €540 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep
2019: 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep
2019: 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep
Bulgaria self-guided walking holiday
Explore Bulgaria's highest mountains at your own pace
From €560 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Trekking in Morocco, Toubkal and Berber valleys
A trek through paths and valleys in Toubkal National Park
From £499 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 20 Apr, 3 Aug
Canyoning and trekking in the Sierra Nevada, Spain
5 days of exploring one of Spain’s most exciting landscapes
From £720 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 8 Sep
2019: 20 Apr, 18 May, 20 Jul, 7 Sep
2019: 20 Apr, 18 May, 20 Jul, 7 Sep
Everest Base Camp treks
An ultimate bucket list trip to the World's tallest mountain
From US $1,990 19 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 15 Sep, 27 Oct
2019: 23 Mar, 13 Apr
2019: 23 Mar, 13 Apr
Fitz Roy Patagonia trekking holiday
Explore glaciers and ice fields in Mt.Fitz Roy
From US $1,990 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 1 Dec, 22 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 12 Jan, 26 Jan, 16 Feb, 2 Mar
2019: 12 Jan, 26 Jan, 16 Feb, 2 Mar
Minya Konka Mountain trek in Sichuan, China
Spectacular mountain trekking in Sichuan province
From US $3,013 to US $3,130 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 10 Sep, 15 Oct, 5 Nov
From
£2,169
including UK flights
From
£1,700
excluding flights
Crossing Thorung La pass was my favourite part. (more)Penny Rigby
The trekking was absolutely amazing! The views each day were breathtaking and the scenery changed by day - we went from lush green paddy fields to rocky morane and isolation to dessert - it was awesome. (more)Lindsey Bunn
The sights and views are what I will remember the most, as well as the different characters I encountered on the trail.
(more)Edgar Ampil
From
£2,849
including UK flights
Even the tipping ceremony was wonderful, but the last day of the trek was probably the best. Beautiful surroundings and walking easily down hill with new friends knowing that Kilimanjaro had been achieved. (more)Marleen James
The entire trip was truly a once in a lifetime adventure - every day was exciting... Fantastic!
(more)Jasmin Roman
7/10...Yes my adventure benefited local people. (more)Mussarat Khan
From
£888
excluding flights
Without doubt going into the Himalaya's was the highlight. Our guide was great and made sure that we got to see Everest despite us both suffering from altitude sickness. The added bonus was getting to see a yeti skull!
(more)Anna Siraut
Seeing Everest for the first time was fantastic. The flight into Lukla was also exciting!
(more)Nicola Waldman
The most memorable part was mountain biking around the hills of Kathmandu.
(more)Allison McEnaney
From
£2,599
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
The scramble up the side of "Le Grand Couloir": unforgettable.
Tips?
Get fit before going. Upper body strength is very useful for the scrambling sections.
Local benefits?
Yes. We used local guides and stayed in eco-friendly refuges whilst on the mountains.
Overall rating?
This was one of the most enjoyable and rewarding holidays I have ever been on. The training was thorough and to the point. The guides were knowledgeable
and friendly and the accommodation... (more)Anthony Harpur
From
£2,199
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
Definitely reaching Lenana Point, the summit for our trip
Tips?
Go now. It's a really good trip. We had a nice group of very different personalities but we worked really well together.
Local benefits?
I believe our trip benefitted the support staff in terms of employment, I think we were very diligent and many times saw our staff picking up litter around the route.
Overall rating?
Excellent. A great comparator trip to Kilimanjaro, less popular,... (more)Helen Bird
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
€525
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
I hate this question! The whole week was wonderful, and when the group was asked which walk they had enjoyed the most, everyone had the same trouble picking one! This was a walking trip geared towards fit experienced mountain walkers (warning for anyone thinking it is easy hiking in these Bulgarian mountains, read the blurb with care!), so the days were hard with steep climbs and long descents. The rewards were huge, amazing views, great biodiversity and a country that values... (more)Olive O
From
US $1,995
excluding flights
The whole trip was wonderful. I was passionate about wanting to climb Mount Kilimanjaro and got 2 friends to agree and with the added incentive of raising money for a charity...Just do it! It is an experience and if you like trekking it is absolutely fantastic....would love to do it again. (more)Chetana Parmar
Some of the best experiences I am ever likely to have....
(more)Graeme Cooper
Great holiday - I was travelling alone and have not done much walking before so was a little worried - the guides, office and porters were really supportive. Route was stunning - really good - can't fault it. Thanks !!! (more)Adam Dearnley
From
£1,888
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The scenery was fantastic and some great days walking/climbing. The optional climb of Diablo Mudo towards the end was tougher than expected but very rewarding - don't miss it!
Tips?
It gets very cold at night so make sure you have a good down jacket and a very warm sleeping bag.
Local benefits?
Yes.
Overall rating?
Very good.
(more)Nicki Hoare
From
£950
excluding flights
The experience of walking through these villages high up in the mountains where life revolves around nature and agriculture was incredible. I also really appreciated the way tour company’s staff went out of their way to make me feel welcomed, comfortable, and learn about Nepali life. (more)Kate Birbilis
Doing the final walk into Annapurna Base camp in the dark to see the mountains at dusk and then sunrise was most memorable...Very enjoyable and great to interact with the Nepalese people again - so friendly. (more)Tony Smith
Loads of great memories - the views, the people, the villages in the mountains - always with the constant backdrop of the snow covered peaks. (more)Marina Troughton
From
£4,050
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Lots. The friendly people who seemed enjoyed to have their photo's taken. The scenery, the hundreds of prayer flags. As we trekked at high altitude, the many people we met driving horses, cows & yaks. But the best experience was caused by a mistake. On one night of the trek we lost our horses & luggage! Our clean socks & toothbrush went one way & we went another. Our guide rescued the situation by arranging us to stay in a yak-herders hut. The family very kindly took... (more)Alan Reimer
From
£579
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
€999
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
the beautiful views during the hikes especially in the Prokletije mountains
Tips?
As the altitude is quite high, make sure you have some warmer clothes especially for the night. Bring repellent. Hiking sticks proved to be very helpful.
Local benefits?
Absolutely
Overall rating?
I have hiked a lot but the views in Montenegro are one of the best. While the accommodation and food are rather basic, you will be taken care of very well and simple is good.... (more)Magda Pokorna
From
US $2,514
including domestic flights only
Memorable parts?
There were many memorable moments which included extraordinary vistas such as the glacier melting into streams and then the lake, challenging hikes in
high altitudes, interesting meetings with local minority people, learning about different religions, customs and beliefs of the people.
Tips?
Some of the guides are dedicated and informative and others are less. There are at times unexpected changes with guides based on the area and population you’re visiting. The... (more)Debby Zweibach
From
€560
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Climbing Mount Vidran, the wildflowers in the Pirin and Rila Mountains, city tour of Sofia. Evening strolls in the village Govedartsi to soak up the atmosphere. Watching the cows being herded each evening into the village. Friendly Bulgarians. Good Bulgarian food and wine.
Tips?
Don't underestimate the fitness needed for the walks. Previous holidays, walks have been easier than grading suggested. Not here the grading is more accurate so the strenuous walks are... (more)Mike Wilkinson
From
£2,150
excluding flights
Climbing was the most memorable part. (more)Gunvor Leirbukt
Memorable: 1.Training in the stunning beautiful mountains - Trient Glacier.
2. The views on the climb up and down from Mont Blanc summit, including sunrise
Exciting - the scramble up to the Gouter Refuge. (more)John Hehir
I think the attempt to reach the summit of Mont Blanc and in spite not having made it due to bad weather conditions it was still nice to have been to the Dome de Gouter. Other moments were the stunning landscapes. (more)Peter Koopmans
From
US $1,095
excluding flights
It's a fantastic experience that I highly recommend. Trekking in the Himalayas has been one of the most rewarding holiday experiences that I've done. (more)Sinead Ryan
The views were the most memorable part of the holiday. (more)Nicholas Bias
Fantastic. Really really great. I would do it again in a heartbeat. (more)Bronwyn Russell
From
£2,010
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The varied terrain in the Langtang region & climbing a peak.
Tips?
This is a wonderful region to trek in, you will see a lot of variety and meet wonderful local people along the way.
Local benefits?
I feel it benefited local people as we stayed in lodges owned by local people. Unfortunately has a negative effect on the environment as some lodges are still using fire wood - next time I will not stay in these lodges.
Overall rating?
The holiday was a... (more)Cindy Hebert
From
£1,020
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Leaving.
Tips?
Do not book with this operator.
Local benefits?
Overall rating?
I would never book with this operator again. Could you pick worse hotels if you tried? (more)Antoine Taridif
From
£1,450
excluding flights
