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Adventure Travel and Activity Holidays

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Activity Holidays

If you're looking for something more than a city break or a beach holiday, a journey offering unforgettable experiences closer to the culture and people in the country you are visiting, then look no further. We've got a wide range of adventure travel and activity holidays with the very best operators. Everything from a gentle cycling tour of Provence to an expedition to Everest Base Camp. Visit familiar places but have a more immersive adventure or branch out into new territories and experiences such as an Antarctic Wildlife Cruise.

Group sizes are generally small, so your fellow travellers are likely to be like-minded. A mix of solos, couples, family and friends united by an adventurous spirit and sense of fun. Some departures also focus specifically on a particular demographic - be that 'solo' or 'women only' trips.

Adventure travel is more than just a holiday; it's about embracing your own challenges and immersing yourself in the natural world. Thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies are catered for, but you can also explore at a more relaxed pace. Embrace the outdoors and breathtaking views.

There's cycling holidays for all levels of experience, from leisurely rides through rolling hills to intense mountain biking challenges. Some are fully escorted whilst other itineraries are more flexible and self-guided allowing for a more independent experience, all featuring some degree of technical and supportive back-up.

Explore some of the most unique and beautiful landscapes in the world on hiking and trekking itineraries whilst learning about your surroundings from experienced guides.

A sustainable approach is at the heart of travel companies in this sector, supporting carbon removal projects and investment in natural regeneration programs, and often BCorp certified.