Serious Adventure

If you were to write a list of items that make up a perfect mountain biking holiday, most riders would probably choose fantastic trails, decent weather, good food and amazing accommodation.

This trip contains all of those (and more) plus a star attraction - the chance…

For 2013 we have redesigned our itinerary to give you the very highest chance of successfully climbing Mont Blanc (4810m).

The climb is now attempted over three days, by either the Gouter or Cosmiques route depending on departure date. This extra day not only helps…

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This ultimate Everest trek. Starting from the famous Khumbu Valley, home of the Sherpas, we acclimatise before following the trail taken by many of the great Everest climbers to Dingboche. Here we ascend our first summit, Nangkartshang Peak. Further up the valley we climb…

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This superb trek takes us away from the busy trails leading to Everest Base Camp, and over a little-used pass into the sparsely-inhabited Hinku Valley.

From here we walk through a beautiful high alpine environment, where Mera Peak, the highest trekking peak in Nepal…

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This superb challenging trek is ideal for those wanting to extend their Himalayan climbing experience.

Our trek starts by following the classic Annapurna Circuit trail, ascending the Marsyangdi Valley through a wonderful variety of landscapes and cultures.

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This wonderful trek takes us into the heart of the Khumbu. We follow the expedition route to Everest Base Camp and make an ascent of Kala Pattar (5545m) for close up views of Everest. Crossing the rarely used Kongma La Pass (5535m) we have magnificent close-up views of Nuptse.…

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This challenging trek traverses the Ladakh mountains on a little-used route high above the Indus Valley, and offers a chance to ascend Stok Kangri, a 20,130ft/6141m peak. We approach from the west of Leh, climbing steeply from the Zanskar River towards the rugged Ladakh and…

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Kvitavatn lies at nearly 1000m above the town of Rjukan, boasting superb views of Gausta (1883m), the highest mountain in southern Norway. To the north stretches the vast plateau of the Hardangervidda.

There are endless skiing possibilities from the door, with 80km…

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Using one of the oldest forms of arctic transport we travel across northern Sweden's vast and beautiful wilderness. This inspiring winter adventure escapes to a region of pristine nature and by the end of the expedition we have a wonderful sense of accomplishment.

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Our route approaches Kilimanjaro from the west, crossing the caldera of Shira Volcano before traversing beneath the southern icefields of Kibo, Kilimanjaro's highest volcano. We have eight days of trekking on this walking holiday in Tanzania, allowing maximum time for acclimatisation.…

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The Rongai Route approaches Kilimanjaro from the north and retains a sense of untouched wilderness lost on the crowded Marangu and Machame trails. The 'easiest' of all the Kilimanjaro trekking routes, it has a relatively gentle gradient and short daily stages as it winds…

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The way that Bradley Wiggins managed to dominate this year's Tour de France made the race appear relatively straightforward, but just how difficult is a mountain stage in the French Alps. This is a unique opportunity to really find out. The Etape du Tour was established in…

Norway's characteristic white landscape of mountains, frozen lakes and snow-laden forests offers a huge range of snowshoeing possibilities and at Kvitavatn it's all on our doorstep.

Building our stamina and confidence over the week, we explore this inviting wilderness…

This is a special departure centered around the annual Dead2Red race in Jordan. Although the conception of the Amman Road Runners, the 242km race is now a popular event for cyclists with amateurs and athletes of all ages and abilities competing. It can be raced as an individual…

Calling all climbers! Following on from the success of our 'Classic Cols of the Tour de France' trip in the Pyrenees, we are excited to offer a great new alpine version.

In recent years the Tour has often headed across the border into Italy, so we follow suit by starting…

As a cycling fan you will have no doubt enthusiastically followed the Tour de France on television, but actually watching it live is incredible! Millions of fans line the route as the peloton races through France on its annual three week tour around this spectacular country.…

After strenuous trekking in Kilimanjaro National Park, this trip offers ample game viewing opportunities in three of Tanzania's national parks, plus the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Arusha N.P. is famed for its giraffe population and views of Mt Meru high…

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The Polish High Tatras is one of the most rugged and spectacular ranges in Europe, part of the granite Carpathian Range, rising to almost 2500m.

The dramatic scenery, combined with a sophisticated network of footpaths, makes it a popular walking destination. Starting…

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Our tour takes us 68° North, to the stunning Pallas-Yllas National Park in north west Lapland. Boasting the cleanest air in Europe this region is awash with mile after mile of frozen lakes and pine forests that stretch out to the dramatic Pallastunturi Fells.

To truly…

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This is a popular cross-country skiing destination with skiers returning year after year. It is based in central Norway, on the edge of the Rondane National Park, looking down on the Gudbransdalen Valley, just north of Lillehammer.

The landscape is dramatic and full…

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A trek in Bhutan must be the ultimate goal of the Himalayan connoisseur. Trekking here is highly exclusive, with only a handful of walkers joining the nomadic yak herders and local villagers on the trails. Our new route takes us from the idyllic Paro Valley past abandoned…

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This high altitude Everest Base Camp trek explores the heart of the Sherpa homeland, visiting Namche Bazaar before ascending the stunning Gokyo Valley to the glacial lakes under Cho Oyu (8153m).

Here we climb Gokyo Ri for a marvellous view of Everest and the rest of…

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A unique chance to ride like the professionals on the amazing roads of the 2013 Ronde Van Vlaanderen (Tour of Flanders).

This is one of a handful of 'Spring Classics' races contested each year in Northern Europe by some of the world's finest elite-level racers. The…

Standing at 1912m, Mont Ventoux is known as the 'Giant of Provence', a mass of bare limestone rock that dominates the region and can be seen from miles around.

The region boasts some fabulous cycling and the climb has become famously associated with the Tour de France,…

The IMBA Trans Cambrian Way is an epic 175 km mountain bike route, which goes from the English/Welsh border to the Irish Sea across the remote hills and moorlands of central Wales. The route is split into 3 days of riding with overnight accomodation provided in high quality local…

The valleys and mountains of southern Norway offer a fresh alternative to the typical alpine landscapes elsewhere in Europe. The Espedalen Valley showcases some of the best scenery to be found in the famous Gudbrandsdalen Valley, and from our base by Lake Espedalen we have…

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The 'Avenue of the Volcanoes' is liberally sprinkled with some of the world's highest volcanic peaks.

This comprehensive trek combines serious volcano climbing with cultural highlights. We acclimatise with the Pinan Trek amongst the rolling highlands of the Cotacachi-Cayapas…

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Aconcagua, at 6962m, is the highest peak in the world outside the Himalaya. While the climb is not technically difficult, the altitude, extremes of temperature and sometimes high winds require a high level of fitness, concentration and stamina.

Our initial trek up the…

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Close to Arusha the volcanic peaks of Mt Meru (4566m) and Kilimanjaro (5895m) rise out of the surrounding plains.

Climbing Meru first provides both a worthwhile additional challenge and greater acclimatisation for the summit of Kilimanjaro. The climb of Mt Meru starts…

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Little known outside Slovenia, the Julian Alps are the unsung mountains of Europe. A small but growing band of enthusiasts is learning about the wonders of trekking in this spectacular range. Our first and last nights are spent in the pretty lakeside town of Bled, but the…

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Tibet, protected by the great Himalayan chain to the south and west, and by the even more inhospitable mountains to the north and east, has haunted the ambition of explorers for centuries.

The allure is as high as the altitude, and for the adventurous cyclist this land…

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You could spend your weekend at home, doing some DIY, or going out with friends to the same old restaurants and pubs, you could go for a hike somewhere nearby or you could go on safari in one of the greatest wildlife reserves in the world.

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After a rewarding climb on Kilimanjaro's Lemosho Route, experience the wonderful wildlife Tanzania has to offer. Enjoy a fantastic, in-depth safari, visiting two diverse safari parks.

First is great wildlife viewing in the natural sanctuary of Ngorongoro Crater, the…

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Using the thriving town of Zermatt as our base, this itinerary offers trekking amid some of Europe's most spectacular mountain scenery, including the greatest concentration of 4000m peaks in the Alps.

Traversing the head of the Zermatt Valley, we make two separate overnight…

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Closed to the world for centuries, Ladakh lies high in an almost inaccessible region of the western Himalaya, close to the borders of China and Tibet.

This unique region, home to traditional Tibetan Buddhism, is the scene for one of cycling's epic journeys, crossing…

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Every year France holds its breath as the multi-coloured peloton winds its way into the Pyrenees, but 2013 will be particularly memorable as it's the 100th edition of the world's most famous cycle race. But the cols are not just the preserve of the likes of Wiggins, Evans…

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This is the perfect introductory trip for good walkers who enjoy scrambling and are looking for a new mountain challenge.

The Sexten Dolomites are an extensive cluster of fine, craggy mountains occupying the northeastern corner of the Dolomites massif, an area which…

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This trip truly is the all-encompassing Tanzania experience: some of the greatest wildlife viewing the continent has to offer, the world's highest free-standing mountain and the crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean.

While on safari we enjoy a comfortable lodge near…

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This special itinerary offers Exodus trekkers a longer route on Kilimanjaro, with optimum acclimatisation and captivating views on Africa's highest mountain.

Our route approaches Kilimanjaro from the west, crossing the caldera of Shira Volcano before turning north to…

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The majestic triple peaks of Mt Kenya are a sight to behold. We ascend on the little used Burguret Route and descend via the lesser used scenic Sirimon Trail.

It is an exhilarating ascent as we pass spectacular alpine moorland, forests, glaciers and tarns. Our goal…

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