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Adventure Holidays in the Himalayas

Push yourself as you embark on some of the world's most thrilling paths or opt for a more leisurely trek through yak pastures, reaching prayer flag-adorned passes. Spanning a vast 1550-mile-long arc (2500 km) across Asia, from Kashmir to Kathmandu, and from Lhasa to Ladakh, the Himalayan range is expansive.

Home to approximately 50 million people, this region isn't just an alpine wilderness but a dynamic tapestry of diverse cultures and communities. The Himalayas host nine of the world’s ten highest mountains, calling for adventure and discovery from travellers around the world. You don't have to be an expert to witness the magnificence of the Himalayas firsthand. Even if you're a novice, you can embark on a trekking holidays in the Himalayas along more accessible paths, and revel in some of the world's most breathtaking landscapes along the way.

Featured Holidays in the Himalayas

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July 2024 - KE clients and guides on the summit of Samgyal Peak - Hayden Matthews
Peaks and Passes of the Nubra Valley

India

Remote trekking holiday in northern Ladakh including ascents of Samgyal Peak (5814m) and Dawa Peak (5900m)

Mountaineer
Guided Group
CHALLENGING CHALLENGING

18 days from

US$3,130 without flights

Beautiful Rush Lake
Hunza Valley and the Rush Lake Trek

Pakistan

An adventure holiday in the Karakoram, including Karimabad, Hopar and Rush Lake accompanied by unbeatable mountain views

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
MODERATE MODERATE

16 days from

US$3,400 without flights

Prayer flags and Kailash
Tibet, Mount Kailash and the Saga Dawa Festival

Nepal, Tibet

Lhasa, Everest from the north and the overland journey to Lake Manosarowar and Kailash, this is the complete adventure holiday in Tibet

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
MODERATE MODERATE

23 days from

US$6,775 without flights

KE group on the Goeche La
Sikkim - Beneath Kangchenjunga Trek

India

A spectacular trek in Sikkim with views of Kangchenjunga from the Singalila Ridge and from below the Goeche La

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
CHALLENGING CHALLENGING

21 days from

US$3,670 without flights

One of the shrines at Muktinath, with Dhaulagiri in the background - credit: P. Blaylock
Annapurna Circuit and Annapurna Sanctuary

Nepal

The Annapurna Circuit and Sanctuary combined. A classic trekking holiday in Nepal with ALL meals included

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
CHALLENGING CHALLENGING

22 days from

US$3,265 without flights

Typical Ladakhi village and streamside fields of barley
Markha, Kharnak and the Zalungkarpo La Trek

India

The best short trek in the high, wild and wonderful Buddhist enclave of Ladakh

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
MODERATE MODERATE

14 days from

US$2,860 without flights

The sacred 'Fish Tail' peak of Machhapuchrre
Annapurna and Bandipur Luxury Lodge Trek

Nepal

An excellent and easy-paced trekking holiday in the scenic foothills of the Annapurnas in Nepal

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
LEISURELY LEISURELY

13 days from

US$3,295 without flights

Prayer flags in the wind
Annapurna Sanctuary and Poon Hill Trek

Nepal

One of the finest trekking holidays in Nepal. Trek into the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary with ALL meals included

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
MODERATE MODERATE

14 days from

US$1,980 without flights

Black necked cranes congregate in Phobjikha Valley
Black Necked Cranes and Royal Orchid Trek

Bhutan

Trek through a remote part of Bhutan and enjoy a unique cultural experience as guests of Drongthang village

Walk & Trek
Guided Group
MODERATE MODERATE

15 days from

US$7,860 without flights

Highlights of the Himalayas

Famous for its staggering peaks and breathtaking views, a highlight of the Himalayas that less spoken about is the beautiful Himalayan villages that are found nestled in the valleys and perched on steep hillsides. These villages offer a glimpse into a way of life deeply connected with the rugged landscapes that surround them and are often characterized by traditional stone and wood architecture, with prayer flags fluttering in the mountain breeze. The warmth and hospitality of the Himalayan villagers, who rely on farming, herding, and trade, create an enriching cultural experience for visitors seeking to explore this remote and timeless corner of the world.

What to do in the Himalayas

Everest Base Camp trek

Explore the world’s tallest and most famous mountain while discovering some of the most magnificent scenery and breathtaking vistas seen on Earth. Accessed through the mountain airstrip at Lukla, there are several classic KE holidays that will take you up to Everest Base Camp at the foot of the Khumbu Icefall.

 

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Trek the Annapurna Circuit and Sanctuary

As you journey beyond the terraced fields and forests of the foothills, beneath the imposing presence of the 'Fishtail' Mountain, and eventually arrive at Annapurna Base Camp, you'll be enveloped by the majestic snowy summits of some of the planet's loftiest peaks. The Annapurna Circuit and Annapurna Sanctuary treks were amongst the first of the great Nepalese treks to come to the attention of adventure travellers and KE first ran versions of these classics in the late 1980's. Since that time, a steady increase in the numbers of trekkers (just as in the Everest region) has led to the setting up of lodges on these and other popular Annapurna trails.

 

 

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More Information About Holidays in the Himalayas

The Himalayas are located in several countries, including India, Nepal, Bhutan, China, and Pakistan. With the most significant portion of the Himalayan mountain range being in northern India.

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