Our Self-Guided holidays are simple to book for a last minute getaway. With 24 hour support and all logistics arranged for you these are great active holidays where you can walk or bike at your own pace.

Adventure holidays in Nepal

It's a destination our travellers return to time and time again and a fascinating country best explored on foot, which is why we have so many walking and trekking holidays in Nepal on offer. If you've not been to Nepal before, take a read of our Nepal first timer's guide. This tiny Himalayan country packs a mighty punch, home to 8 of the world's 8000m peaks and of course, Earth’s highest mountain, Everest. Two of our last minute adventures include;

Everest Basecamp Trek 

Beyond the Annapurnas - Family Nepal Trek

Walking holiday in Kenya and Tanzania

Summit the two highest mountains in Africa on this ultimate trekking trip and get to see sunrise in both Tanzania and Kenya. Enjoy increased Kilimanjaro summit success through acclimatisation on Mt Kenya on thus absolutely classic adventure holiday. We begin our 2-week holiday on Mount Kenya, where we trek the superb 6-day traverse of Kenya's highest mountain via the Chogoria and Sirimon routes. We will encounter few other trekkers on this beautiful and much under-rated peak. Travelling overland to Tanzania through the African plains and wildlife spotting, we start our Kilimanjaro climb by way of the Machame Route. This path leads through luxuriant rainforest and then across the alpine tundra of the Shira plateau with its giant lobelia, to the glaciated crater rim of Africa's highest peak. We just can't wait to see our travellers back on the roof of Africa!

Mount Kenya and Kilimanjaro Summit Climb 

Walking on the captivating Cape Verde Islands

Enjoy this wonderful walking holiday taking in four islands in Cape Verde: Sao Vicente, Santo Antao, Santiago & Fogo. Hike to the highest point: the magnificent and active volcano of Pico do Fogo (2829m) and experience Cape Verde's wonderful climate, lush scenery and delicious food. 

Walking holiday on the Captivating Cape Verde Islands 

Huskies and Family winter adventures in Sweden

Learn all to drive your own husky dog team plus all those essential arctic skills you need like ice-fishing or make Christmas extra specially wonderful for everyone with a week camping out at our husky farm in the Arctic with exciting daily activities.

Winter Wonderland Arctic Family Adventure 

Walking and cycling holidays in Jordan

Follow the Jordan Trail, one of the world's finest short-distance routes, and trek from Dana to Petra, or explore the rocky towers, echoing canyons and mountains of the dramatic Wadi Rum. Jordan is also home to one of our most iconic biking adventures, an epic north-to-south cycling journey from the Dead to the Red Sea. From sleeping under the stars in Bedouin camps to uncovering the secrets of ancient civilisations, you're guaranteed an adventure you'll never forget.  

Jordan's Wadi Rum to Petra walking holiday 

Jordan's Dana to Petra Trek 

Bike Jordan Dead to Red 

Self-Guided adventures in Turkey

This self-guided holiday combines the satisfaction of completing the western section of one of the world’s great long distance hiking trails with the discovery of the fascinating history of the Lycian people. You will walk between 4 to 5 hours a day as your route takes you to historic sites such as Kayakoy, Xanthos and Patara, with plenty of opportunity to enjoy those inviting turquoise waters along the way.We have specially created this programme to give you a true Lycian experience staying in a range of family run accommodations, opportunities to visit the ancient sites and time to enjoy in the bright turquoise waters that were so attractive to the Lycians.

Self-Guided Walking in Turkey 

Walking in El Salvador

A welcome return to this lush tropical paradise in this often overlooked yet delightful Central American gem. Tackle all El Salvador's volcanoes on this unique to KE trekking holiday. Camp on the beach on Isla Zacatillo, walk up El Pital (2730m), El Salvador's highest point and spend time in colonial Suchitoto and the Pacific beach resort of El Cuco. What better way to spend Christmas?

El Salvador's Eight 

Walking holidays in Portugal and Madeira and The Azores

From the hidden beaches and quiet trails in the Algarve to the rugged paths and peaks of Madeira and all the way out to the far-flung Azores, Portugal can feel a whole world away from everyday life, making it the ideal sunny escape for adventurous travellers.

Self-guided walking holiday on Madeira 

Walking holidays in Spain, the Balearics and the Canary Islands

Famous for festivals, feasting and fabulously friendly people, Spain is made up of distinct areas, each with a unique character, history and language that ensure one visit here is never enough. This wonderful diversity is represented by the rich and varied landscapes which change region by region, from the rugged peaks in the north to the limestone mountains on the balmy coast of the south.  

Secret Sierras of the Costa Blanca

Walking Lanzarote - Island of Eternal Spring 

Walking holidays in Morocco

Mighty peaks, enchanting coastlines, memorable encounters with wonderful people and a country that is fantastic value for money – these are just a few of the reasons why at KE we're in love with the magical gateway to Africa, Morocco. We begin all of our adventures in Marrakech, and from there it’s just a short hop away to delve into a rich variety of landscapes. If you want to conquer the peaks, then head to the highest point in northern Africa and climb Mount Toubkal – a challenge you can achieve trekking in the High Atlas region of Morocco in August, or as the perfect intro to mountaineering adventure in the winter. Beyond this, you’ll find the beginnings of the world’s largest desert, where you can trek along the edge and camp amongst sand dunes on an adventure into the Sahara. Whether it’s walking along the undiscovered Atlantic Coast to the port of Essaouira, or hiking in the rocky desert world of the Jebel Sahro, Morocco will never fail to offer travellers a dazzling combination of rich culture and far-flung adventure.  

Edge of the Sahara Trek

Summit Mount Toubkal in Winter

Morocco - Ride the Kasbah 

Self-Guided Walking in France

France is a destination with an absolute abundance of adventure, and for many of us, it’s right on our doorstep. No one visit is enough to see all this wonderfully varied country has to offer from Brittany and Normandy, through the Loire Valley, over the Alps, across the Pyrenees and down to the French Riviera, we run active holidays across the entire country.  Here are three self-guided holidays that you can still take in 2021. 

Self-guided walking in Catalonia 

Self-Guided walking Menton to Nice

Self-Guided walking in Provence

Winter adventures in Finland

Explore the largest wilderness in Europe, the Finnish Taiga, on a hut-to-hut snowshoe or get to grips with your arctic skills including learning to mush your own husky team on a centre-based multi-activity week. A great way to see the northern lights in a wild setting near the Russian border.

Finland Winter Activity Week

Finland Winter Snowshoe Adventure