Some places are even better when you explore them on foot, by bike, from the water...
An active adventure holiday could mean trekking towards the summit of Kilimanjaro, hiking ancient trails to Machu Picchu, cycling through Southeast Asia or white-water rafting through spectacular mountain scenery.
You don't have to be an elite athlete either. Active holidays range from gentle walking and cycling adventures to challenging high-altitude treks, with options for couples, families, solo travellers and small groups.
At Mapping Your Travel, we'll help find an adventure that suits your interests, experience and the level of challenge you're looking for, while bringing together the wider journey around it.
Some of the world's most extraordinary places are best reached on foot.
Trek through the Andes towards Machu Picchu, climb Mount Kilimanjaro, walk between villages and islands in Greece or explore mountain trails surrounded by incredible scenery.
Best for: Trekking • Hiking • Mountains • Small groups • Personal challenges
Your walking holiday could be anything from relaxed day hikes with comfortable accommodation each evening to a challenging multi-day trek with expert guides.
We've had groups take on some incredible trekking challenges, including the Inca Trail in Peru, Mount Fuji in Japan and Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, giving us experience of the planning that goes into these bigger adventures.
We'll help you consider the level of difficulty, altitude, accommodation and style of trip, as well as everything you might want to experience before or after the trek.
Cycling lets you cover more ground while still feeling connected to the landscapes and communities you're travelling through.
Cycle through Vietnam and Southeast Asia, follow quiet European roads, explore vineyards and countryside or make cycling one part of a wider multi-activity adventure.
Best for: Cycling • Small groups • Couples • Active travel • Scenic journeys
You don't necessarily need to spend every day in the saddle.
Some cycling holidays are designed around leisurely rides, sightseeing and good food, while others involve longer distances and more challenging terrain.
We can help match the itinerary to your experience and preferred pace, whether you're looking for a dedicated cycling holiday or simply want to incorporate cycling into a larger adventure.
White-Water Rafting & River Adventures - Take to the Water
Sometimes the adventure begins when the road ends.
Experience the rush of white-water rafting, paddle through spectacular river landscapes or combine kayaking and rafting with hiking, wildlife and other outdoor activities.
White-water rafting doesn't automatically mean taking on the biggest rapids. Different rivers and routes offer very different levels of challenge, from accessible introductory experiences to much more adventurous expeditions.
Best for: Rafting • Kayaking • Groups • Families • Multi-activity adventures
Multi-Activity Holidays - A Different Adventure Every Day
Can't decide on just one activity? Don't.
A multi-activity holiday could combine hiking, cycling, kayaking, canyoning, rafting or other outdoor experiences, allowing you to discover a destination in several completely different ways.
The Azores, Costa Rica and mountain regions of Europe can work particularly well for this style of trip. You could hike one day, kayak the next and try something completely different afterwards, with plenty of time to explore and relax in between.
Best for: Families • Couples • Groups • Variety • Outdoor adventure
Skiing & Winter Adventures - Adventure in the Snow
Active adventures don't have to stop when winter arrives.
Go cross-country skiing in the Italian Dolomites, try snowshoeing through mountain landscapes or make skiing and snowboarding part of a wider winter adventure.
Best for: Winter • Mountains • Skiing • Snowshoeing • Active couples & families
Surfing, Diving & Ocean Adventures - Get in the Water
Adventure can continue beneath the surface.
Learn to surf in Portugal, scuba dive in the Red Sea, snorkel in extraordinary marine environments or make time on the water part of a much bigger journey.
An active holiday doesn't have to mean pushing yourself to your limits.
For one traveller, adventure might be reaching the summit of Kilimanjaro. For another, it could be walking between villages in Greece, cycling through vineyards or trying kayaking for the first time.
We'll help you consider the activity level, terrain, altitude and distances involved, so you can choose an adventure that feels exciting but is also right for you.
Travel Solo, Together or Join a Small Group
You don't need to assemble your own group to have an adventure.
Many active trips can be experienced as part of a small guided group, making them particularly interesting for solo travellers who would rather share the experience with other people.
There are also private options for couples, families and groups of friends, as well as tailor-made journeys where an active experience forms just one part of the holiday.
Make the Adventure Part of a Bigger Journey
Your trek, cycle ride or rafting adventure doesn't have to be the entire holiday.
Climb Kilimanjaro before heading to Zanzibar, trek to Machu Picchu as part of a longer Peru itinerary, add relaxation after an active Costa Rica adventure or combine several different activities within one journey.
We can bring together your flights, accommodation, touring, transfers and activities, creating a complete trip around the adventure itself.
Where Could Your Next Adventure Take You?
There are active adventures for almost every level of experience.
Tell us what you'd love to try, how active you'd like to be and where you've always wanted to explore. We'll help turn those ideas into a journey.
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