How about something different for the Christmas break next year? Below are a few ideas for escaping the norm at Christmas and travelling on an adventure instead. You could be walking along dreamy beaches and learning about wildlife in Costa Rica, exploring the 'Rose-Red City' of Petra after a desert-style trek and Bedouin camp, trekking through the Himalaya to Annapurna Base Camp, enjoying a short break to Lisbon and Sintra or experiencing the trip-of-a-lifetime climbing Kilimanjaro.

Walk in the Annapurnas, Nepal

This is one of the finest trekking holidays in Nepal. Trek into the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary with an expert KE Nepali guide, with all meals and logistics arranged. North of Pokhara, one of the supreme Himalayan journeys is the classic trek into the inner sanctum of the Annapurnas. Here, giant peaks such as the 8000-metre Annapurna 1, as well as Annapurna South,  Gangapurna and Machhapuchhre, encircle the natural amphitheatre known as the Annapurna Sanctuary.

Christmas departure date 2023: Wednesday 20 December - Tuesday 02 January

Christmas departure date 2024: Thursday 19 December - Thursday 02 January

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Edge of Sahara Trekking Holiday

If you want to witness beautiful sunsets after hiking through the greatest desert on earth then this holiday is for you. Trekking in an unforgettable Moroccan region, home to snaking wadis, dramatic plateaus, tamarisk bushes, hidden villages and beautiful sweeping sand dunes, the Sahara desert offers a fantastic off-the-beaten-track adventure. You'll stay at a traditional Berber camp and sleep under Saharan skies, immersed in rich colourful landscapes. Each morning you'll wake to a rich red saharan sunrise before your days exploring this enchanting landscape.

Christmas departure date 2023: Saturday 23 December - Saturday 30 December

New Year departure date 2023: Saturday 30 December - Saturday 06 January

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Multi-Activity Arctic Family Adventure in Sweden 

 With all activities and meals included, this holiday is great value. Your base for this exciting holiday is Camp Ripan, an award-winning eco-friendly hotel which strives to capture the spirit of Kiruna. Spend your days snowmobiling through the magical forests, visit the famous Icehotel, go cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and wind down with a visit to the Aurora Spa.

Christmas departure date 2023: Saturday 23 December - Thursday 28 December

New Year departure date 2023: Thursday 28 December - Tuesday 02 January

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Walk the Jordan Trail from Dana to Petra

After 5 days of off-the-beaten-track walking, following the Jordan Trail, you'll have a few days to explore the wonders of the 'Rose-Red City', one of the world's most famous archaeological sites. Here you can walk amongst the sculpted sandstone, half-built and half-carved into the rock; where ancient Eastern traditions blend with Hellenistic architecture.

Christmas departure date 2023: Tuesday 19 December - Tuesday 26 December

Christmas departure date 2024:  Thursday 19 December - Thursday 26 December

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Further walking, cycling and family tours are departing over the Christmas period too. Check out all our Jordan trips here.

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Climb Mount Toubkal - Winter Trekking Holiday

Spend Christmas with some of the most spectacular trekking on earth while hiking to the summit of Mount Toubkal in Morocco. With its traditional villages, friendly Berber, awesome trails and jaw-dropping mountains, this dramatic and beautiful area takes on a magical appearance in winter. You will attempt two exciting summits on this festive holiday; Ouanoukrim (4088m), Morocco's second-highest peak and Toubkal (4167m), the highest mountain in North Africa. Both will be rewarded with spectacular views, plus a real sense of achievement and adventure.

Christmas departure date 2023: Saturday 23 December - Saturday 30 December

New Year departure date 2023: Saturday 30 December - Saturday 06 January

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Climb to the summit of Kilimanjaro

 Now this is one remarkable way to spend your Christmas and New Year. The main routes that we use to ascend Kilimanjaro are the Rongai Route, Lemosho and Northern Routes. These are the longest routes, ensuring that we have the essential acclimatisation to reach the summit - after all, if you are going to go up, you might as well give yourself the best chance. After your epic climb, you may choose to extend your trip and relax on a safari or on the idyllic island of Zanzibar.

Rongai Route:  Christmas & New Year departure date 2023: Friday 15 December - Saturday 23 January

Lemosho Route: Christmas & New Year departure date 2023: Sunday 24 December - Tuesday 02 January

Lemosho Route: Christmas & New Year departure date 2024: Sunday 22 December - Tuesday 31st December

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Costa Rica Walks and Wildlife

Costa Rica is well named the ‘jewel of Central America', with its tropical rainforest, active volcanoes, deserted beaches, colourful wildlife, perfect climate and friendly people; experience it all on this exciting wildlife and walking adventure holiday.

Christmas departure date 2023: Saturday 16 December - Saturday 30th December

Christmas departure date 2024: Saturday 14 December - Saturday 28th December

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Okavango and Botswana Family Safari Holiday

Whether you're a seasoned safari enthusiast or a first-timer, this family safari adventure holiday encompasses some of the most unique and diverse game reserves and national parks Africa has to offer. Explore the Okavango Delta on foot and by traditional dug-out canoe, wild camp in stunning locations, enjoy Big 5 Game Drives in the Moremi Game Reserve and possibly see lion, buffalo, elephant and much much more. This is a truly adventurous and exciting family holiday where you can experience African night skies and watch the mesmerizing wildlife.

Your final stop is the amazing Victoria Falls where you will trade wildlife for wild water and cross into Zambia, finishing at the ‘Smoke That Thunders', to complete your African adventure. And what an adventure it will be!

Christmas and New Year departure date 2024: Sunday 22 December - Friday 03 January 2025

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Self-Guided Walking in Las Alpujarras

 Discover the Las Alpujarras nestled in the foothills of Spain’s Sierra Nevada, one of the most stunning National Parks in Europe. Home to Mulhacen (3,479m), Spain’s highest peak, this UNESCO biosphere reserve is a hub for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. This self-guided walking holiday first explores Granada, with its explosion of culture and history, before retreating to the hills. Staying in traditional family-run hotels with pools, this is a truly lovely Christmas break.

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Antarctic Base Camp Adventure

Make your trip of a lifetime visit to Antarctica a little more adventurous: - this polar cruise has all the activities;  kayaking, snowshoeing, mountaineering, a photo workshop and even camping on the ice included. We also include a night in Ushuaia before the ship departs, so that you don't have to panic about delayed flights.

Christmas and New Year Departure date 2023: Saturday 23 December - Friday 05 January

Christmas and New Year Departure date 2024: Saturday 28 December - Friday 10 January

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Self-Guided Walking in Lisbon and Serra de Sintra

This fantastic short break not only explores this multifaceted city of Lisbon with your own personal guide but also the Serra de Sintra, the playground to the wealthy during the Age of Discovery. The region's strong geographic location has given rise to a city with a fascinating history just waiting to be discovered and there is no better way to discover it than on foot. Accompanied by the sweet smell of pastel da natas, the sound of fado music and the crashing waves of the coast, while the cool breeze of the Atlantic wisps through your hair - you are sure to fall in love with this region of Portugal.

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Everest Base Camp Trekking Holiday

Trekking through the Himalaya on the legendary 'Everest Trail' to Everest Base Camp over Christmas and New Year certainly ticks the Bucket List. Our approach to Everest Basecamp is optimised for acclimatisation. With 2 nights at Dingboche and a day hike to Chukkung, followed by 2 short days to Dughla and then Lobuche, our groups are in great shape for their approach to basecamp.

We hike to the best Everest viewpoint on Kala Patar at sunset, spend a single night at Gorak Shep, walk up to Everest Basecamp in the morning and then begin our walk-out. We are also still offering free equipment hire on this holiday which includes a sleeping bag and down jacket worth £90.

Christmas departure date 2023: Sunday 17 December - Tuesday 02 January

Christmas departure date 2024: Tuesday 17 December - Thursday 02 January