128 Challenging trekking holidays found
K2 Basecamp trek in Pakistan
K2 Basecamp with an International Guide and Doctor
From £3,609 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2021: 4 Aug
Everest Base Camp small group trek, Nepal
Everest Base Camp with an International Guide and Doctor.
From £2,349 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 24 Sep, 29 Sep, 3 Oct, 7 Oct
2021: 30 Mar, 23 Sep, 7 Oct
2021: 30 Mar, 23 Sep, 7 Oct
Everest Base Camp trekking holiday, 15 days
The base of the world's tallest peak.
From US $1,560 to US $2,020 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Annapurna Circuit holiday, Nepal
One of the best high altitude adventures in the world.
From US $1,760 to US $2,525 19 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
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Khopra Danda trekking holiday in Nepal
This is a moderate,off-the-beaten-track adventure.
From US $1,135 to US $1,750 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Ghorepani Poon Hill trek in Nepal
Moderate trek in the Annapurna Region.
From US $860 to US $1,125 5 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 £3,630 17 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
High Inca Trail trek in Peru
Machu Picchu, Inca fortresses and cloud forest
From £2,449 to £3,179 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 19 Sep, 3 Oct
2021: 1 May, 15 May, 29 May, 26 Jun, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 4 Sep, 18 Sep, 2 Oct
2021: 1 May, 15 May, 29 May, 26 Jun, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 4 Sep, 18 Sep, 2 Oct
Kilimanjaro climb, Rongai route
Ascend Mt Kilimanjaro's Rongai Route
From £3,199 to £3,779 10 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 4 Sep, 25 Sep, 9 Oct, 24 Oct, 27 Nov
2021: 22 Jan, 5 Mar, 18 Jun, 17 Jul, 30 Jul, 14 Aug, 3 Sep, 17 Sep, 25 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 19 Dec
2021: 22 Jan, 5 Mar, 18 Jun, 17 Jul, 30 Jul, 14 Aug, 3 Sep, 17 Sep, 25 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 19 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 04 Sep
Dominica walking holidays
Explore this beautiful island and get back to nature
From £1,130 to £1,335 8 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 £2,016 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departs weekly from November to March.
Annapurna Sanctuary trekking holidays
One of the very best alpine treks to Annapurna Base Camp
From £2,299 to £2,749 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 2 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 13 Nov, 12 Dec
2021: 26 Mar, 9 Apr, 1 Oct, 22 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Dec
2022: 11 Mar, 8 Apr, 22 Apr
2021: 26 Mar, 9 Apr, 1 Oct, 22 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Dec
2022: 11 Mar, 8 Apr, 22 Apr
Nepal trekking holiday, Annapurna and Everest
Trek Nepal's famous Everest and Annapurna Trails in 2 weeks
From £2,070 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 3 Oct, 29 Nov
2021: 2 Jan, 27 Feb, 10 Apr, 18 Sep, 16 Oct, 28 Nov
2021: 2 Jan, 27 Feb, 10 Apr, 18 Sep, 16 Oct, 28 Nov
Three High Passes trek in Nepal
Challenge yourself and make a loop in Everest trekking zone!
From US $2,200 to US $2,240 18 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 23 Nov
2021: 22 Feb, 15 Mar, 29 Mar, 12 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 24 May, 7 Jun, 21 Jun, 5 Jul, 27 Sep, 11 Oct, 25 Oct, 8 Nov, 22 Nov, 6 Dec
2022: 14 Feb, 28 Feb, 14 Mar, 28 Mar, 11 Apr
2021: 22 Feb, 15 Mar, 29 Mar, 12 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 24 May, 7 Jun, 21 Jun, 5 Jul, 27 Sep, 11 Oct, 25 Oct, 8 Nov, 22 Nov, 6 Dec
2022: 14 Feb, 28 Feb, 14 Mar, 28 Mar, 11 Apr
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Mount Toubkal winter climb, Morocco
Venture into the heart of the High Atlas
From £849 to £1,199 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 11 Oct, 25 Oct, 8 Nov
2021: 3 Jan, 17 Jan, 31 Jan, 14 Feb, 14 Mar, 4 Apr, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov
2021: 3 Jan, 17 Jan, 31 Jan, 14 Feb, 14 Mar, 4 Apr, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov
Patagonia trekking holiday, Patagonia Eco-camp
Camp & trek Los Glaciares & T. del Paine Parks, Patagonia
From £3,724 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 £2,180 21 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 7 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 11 Nov, 10 Dec
2021: 3 Jan, 3 Feb, 24 Feb, 17 Mar, 31 Mar, 21 Apr, 13 Sep, 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 10 Nov, 1 Dec, 22 Dec
2021: 3 Jan, 3 Feb, 24 Feb, 17 Mar, 31 Mar, 21 Apr, 13 Sep, 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 10 Nov, 1 Dec, 22 Dec
Mont Blanc climbing holiday
The exhilaration of summiting an alpine peak
From £2,570 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2021: 19 Jun, 3 Jul, 24 Jul, 14 Aug, 4 Sep
Canadian Rockies hiking holiday
Mountain and glacial scenery with flowers and wildlife
From £2,749 to £2,899 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2021: 13 Jun, 25 Jul, 6 Aug, 8 Aug, 22 Aug
Kilimanjaro climbing expedition holiday
Kilimanjaro with an International Guide and Doctor.
From £2,819 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2021: 7 Feb, 14 Feb, 19 Feb, 6 Jun, 4 Jul, 1 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct
2022: 6 Feb, 12 Jun, 3 Jul, 7 Aug, 4 Sep, 9 Oct
2022: 6 Feb, 12 Jun, 3 Jul, 7 Aug, 4 Sep, 9 Oct
Lemosho trek up Kilimanjaro
Strenuous route up Africa's highest peak
From £3,020 to £3,727 12 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 23 Dec
2021: 20 Jan, 3 Feb, 3 Mar, 16 Jun, 30 Jun, 14 Jul, 28 Jul, 18 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 22 Dec
2021: 20 Jan, 3 Feb, 3 Mar, 16 Jun, 30 Jun, 14 Jul, 28 Jul, 18 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 22 Dec
Kokoda track trekking holiday, Papua New Guinea
Trek across the geographical heart of Papua New Guinea
From £2,490 to £2,600 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 27 Jun, 10 Nov, 23 Nov
2021: 17 Mar, 15 Apr, 24 Apr, 23 May, 30 Jun, 28 Aug, 20 Sep, 9 Oct
2021: 17 Mar, 15 Apr, 24 Apr, 23 May, 30 Jun, 28 Aug, 20 Sep, 9 Oct
Everest Base Camp Photography expedition
Stunning mountain photography en route to Everest Base Camp
From £2,550 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2021: 24 Apr
Patagonia trekking holiday, Fitzroy and Paine
Dramatic scenery and the trekking world-renowned
From £5,099 to £5,649 15 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2020: 7 Nov, 21 Nov
2021: 2 Jan, 13 Feb, 6 Nov, 20 Nov, 18 Dec
2021: 2 Jan, 13 Feb, 6 Nov, 20 Nov, 18 Dec
Hiking holidays in Scotland
Unique and dramatic views
From £1,010 6 days ex flights
Small group travel
Adventure holiday in Bolivia
Awe-inspiring high desert lake and mountain scenery
From £2,144 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov
Balkans walking holiday
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From £1,150 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 9 Aug, 6 Sep
2021: 4 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep
2021: 4 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep
Island Peak & Everest Base Camp hiking expedition
-Expedition with an International Guide and Doctor
From £3,189 21 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 12 Oct
2021: 27 Mar
2022: 9 Apr, 4 Oct
2021: 27 Mar
2022: 9 Apr, 4 Oct
Everest Base Camp expedition in Nepal
Camping at Base Camp itself for two nights on this special trip
From £3,249 to £3,449 19 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2021: 6 Apr, 10 Apr, 17 Apr
2022: 5 Apr, 16 Apr
2022: 5 Apr, 16 Apr
Climb Mera Peak in Nepal expedition
Mera Peak with an international guide and doctor
From £3,499 21 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 13 Oct
2021: 7 Oct
2021: 7 Oct
From
£2,749
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Camping in the back country
Tips?
It is quite likely to be colder than you expect!
Local benefits?
We had 3 nights in the back country which was leave no trace. We had the chance to support local shops, cafes etc where possible.
Overall rating?
Fantastic experience (more)Catherine Mclaren
From
£2,490
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The history and the people of PNG
Tips?
Get in contact with the trekking company about bringing the correct equipment and materials asap
Local benefits?
Definitely, the locals were very clear on the positive impact the trekking company were having in their community
Overall rating?
(more)Charlotte Astridge
From
US $860
including domestic flights only
Memorable parts?
Waking up before sunrise and getting the amazing mountain views!
Tips?
Spend sometime on the stair-master before you go. There are lots of stair to climb but the climb is well worth the views you get!
Local benefits?
Absolutely. Pema, my guide, and I picked up trash along the trail as we went. I saw a lot of the tea houses converted to supplying clean water instead of plastic
bottles.
Overall rating?
I had am amazing experience! I really didn't want... (more)Emily From
From
US $1,560
including domestic flights only
Memorable parts?
It is hard to decide on one thing that was the 'most memorable' - We loved the entire trip! What stood out for us was Ngima and Lakpa's unwavering commitment to our entire team having the best experience we could possibly have. We listened to endless stories about the mountains, the place and other travel groups. We had all our curious questions answered. We stayed in nice and comfortable tea houses each night, with great hospitality where our guide was friends with everyone.... (more)Jennifer Ziegner
From
£2,070
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The people of rural Nepal... and their environment. They live hard lives - in a magnificent setting.
Tips?
Make sure you are fit, fit, fit.
Local benefits?
I do feel there was a benefit to local people - hopefully we left no trace!
Overall rating?
This was a great adventure for me - truly stunning, challenging and fulfilling. (more)Gen Ford
From
£3,630
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The Roykans and the scenery were amazing. Beautiful walk.
Tips?
Probably book with another operator. The information on the walk was totally inadequate. If we had not photographed the walk instructions from some people we met who were booked with another company we would have been totally lost on the last day. The major part of the last day walk has no sign posts for Nakasendo Way and we were provided with no map or instructions apart from a couple of lines. We might... (more)Trevor Marriott
From
£5,099
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
Every day was so different, but the first day trekking in Torres del Paine to the base of the towers was a great first day. You really do get 4 seasons in one day,
we had sunshine and snow! Our tour guide Tomas really made the whole trip amazing, his passion for Patagonia and trekking, his knowledge and general
banter (he really doesn't stop talking!) made the trip really memorable. We also had fantastic trekking guides for the 4 days in Torres del Paine.
Tips?
The... (more)Louise Albertella
From
US $2,200
including domestic flights only
Memorable parts?
The scenery, visiting base camp and meeting local people
Tips?
Pack light but be prepared for all eventualities
Local benefits?
The holiday helped to support local communities and provided work opportunities to local people. There are negative environmental and conservation impacts from mass trekking tourism, however the trip itself helped to minimise impacts e.g. sticking to marked trails, staying in tea houses, not using plastic bottles etc
Overall rating?
The... (more)Luke Porter
From
£849
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
Reaching the summit of Mt.Toubkal
Tips?
If going in February bring plenty of warm clothes for the mountains.
Local benefits?
It definitely benefited the local people, but I'm not sure how it could have reduced environmental impact or supported conservation.
Overall rating?
It was an amazing experience made more enjoyable by our guide Youssef who took care of everything with a smile & was extremely knowledgeable, I would definitely recommend this trip.
... (more)Deirdre Hannigan
From
£3,199
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
£1,049
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
stunning views, great company, brilliant guide.
Tips?
pack light. There is the opportunity to handwash and dry kit on route.
Local benefits?
Offered benefit to local people at small mountain huts.
Overall rating?
Fantastic (more)Peter Holliday
From
£2,849
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
£2,449
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
£2,449
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
Hike around Tre Cime - magnificent scenery.
Tips?
Make sure you're fit for sustained mountain walking and have proper hiking footwear with good grip.
Local benefits?
Stayed in family-run hotel and used local transportation companies.
Overall rating?
The hiking and companionship of the operator group was first class; not so keen on the hotel or its catering (more)Anne Frigon
From
595
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
1,119
excluding flights
From
465
excluding flights
From
US $2,614
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 youre visiting. The... (more)Debby Zweibach
From
540
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
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
From
£699
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
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
£1,090
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
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