Visit Tibet and enjoy opera in the palace this August

We have 2 great overland tours of Tibet available now. Visit during August and there's also the chance to enjoy and take part in the celebrations of the wonderful Shoton Festival from 10-15 August 2010. Dates are subject to change so we cannot guarantee you will be in Lhasa at the time of the festival. During the festival celebration picnics and operas are held in the parks and particularly under the trees at Norbulingka the Summer Palace as well as bonfires and gatherings at night. Book before end of August and receive £100 off the full listed price (excluding international flights). Fly to Lhasa for a wonderful 10 day cultural tour including time in Lhasa and visits to the Yarlung Valley and tombs of the ancient Kings as well as the key spiritual and cultural sites and monasteries Forbidden Cities Tour - Journey to Lhasa. Or travel further across the Tibetan Plateau on a 15 day overland tour from Lhasa to Everest Base Camp on on to Nepal through vast stunning landscapes and fascinating local culture Everest from Tibet Classic Tour. Offer available on all new bookings confirmed before 31 August 2010 for travel before 30 September 2010. This offer cannot be used with other offers and does not apply to tailor made itineraries. Contact us for full details and to book

Trekking in Ladakh - last chance before end of August

We have a great trek in the Markha Valley of Ladakh and just enough time left of the summer to complete this beautiful route. The summer months until the end of August or early September latest are the perfect time for this trek and for visiting other areas in Ladakh and in Tibet which is ideal for travel from April to October through the summer months, unlike most of the Himalaya where the next travel season only begins again at the end of September. Only £1095 per person based on twin share and excluding domestic and international flights. For more information click on the link Markha Valley Trek call us on 0845 0940273 or email us for more details and many more suggestions.

Overland jeep safari in Ladakh - visit Little Tibet in the Indian Himalaya this summer

Visit the stunning region of Ladakh, a remote borderland at the end of the Western Himalayas which remains cut off from road communication for seven months of the year. Retrace the epic journeys of the ancient trade routes as you drive across three major mountain ranges of the Greater Himalayas, Zanskar and Ladakh to the foothills of the highest mountain mass in the world. From rich green valleys you'll ascend high mountain passes, travel through amazing gorges,cross stark moonscapes and beautiful surreal landscapes enjoying awesome views of snow-capped mountain tops and ridges which hide some of the world's largest glaciers outside the polar region. For more details take a look at the itinerary here Ladakh Trans Himalayan Jeep Safari. Only £1195 per person based on twin share excluding flights. Book before end of August and receive £100 off the full listed price (excluding international flights).Offer available on all new bookings confirmed before 31 August 2010 for travel before 30 September 2010. This offer cannot be used with other offers and does not apply to tailor made itineraries. For more information or to book your next adventure email us call us on 0845 0940273 and we’ll be happy to help.

Summer adventures in Tibet

After a couple of years of disruptions and restrictions travel is now back to normal in Tibet. There are some changes to visa processing times and fees this year but also some positive changes including road and hotel improvements. Tibet is changing and developing all the time so to experience the real Tibet we encourage you to visit now. The best time to visit is from April to the end of October and it’s and ideal option for a summer adventure with pleasant temperatures and good conditions for travel throughout the summer months until the autumn. So if you’ve been waiting for the chance to experience this unique land and culture there’s no time like the present. Fly to Lhasa and travel across the Tibetan Plateau to reach historic Everest Base Camp on the north side with unique scenary, ancient histories, vast open spaces and fascinating local culture Everest from Tibet - Classic Overland Tour. Only £2795 per person based on twin share and excluding flights. For more information or to book this or other adventures in Tibet email us or call us on 0845 0940273 and we’ll be happy to help.

Planning ahead for autumn 2010 adventures

We have a great range of wonderful treks and other adventures this Autumn. The best time to visit most of the Himalaya is after the monsoon ends at the end of September all the way through to December with lush vibrant vegetation, ideal trail conditions, great visibility and peak views and warm pleasant temperatures. For a good short introduction to trekking and to Nepal a great option is our 11 day Everest Panorama trek which also includes an early morning mountain flight to view Everest so you get the best views both from the trails and from the air. If you’re looking for more of a challenge why not aim for historic base camp on a 21 day strenuous grade trek to Everest Base Camp Everest Base Camp via Gokyo Lakes and Chola Pass - the original Everest route. And for classic Himalayan views, lush landscapes and great peak and landscape views our Annapurna Explorer trek or Annapurna Sanctuary and Base Camp trek are hard to beat. For more information or to book your next adventure email us call us on 0845 0940273 and we’ll be happy to help.

Off the beaten track - less visited treks, cultural tours and other adventures

For those of you who prefer to visit somewhere quieter these are just a few suggestions. Visit stunning lake Rara in the remote Karnali region of Nepal on our Route to Rara trek. Join our Naar Phu Trek: The Lost Valleys and Snow Leopard Country to explore the lost valleys of Naar and Phu hunting grounds of the elusive and rare Snow Leopard. Travel through one of the worlds most beautiful valleys and home of the rare Red Panda on our Call of the Wild: Langtang Helambu trek through Gosainkunda Pass. In Bhutan, visit this mysterious and still relatively unvisited Land of the Thunder Dragon on our East meets West cultural tour from east to west Bhutan. Or enjoy our Classic Laya Nature Trek in this beautiful Kingdom. Trek through some of the most spectacular forests and landscapes of Sikkim on our Kanchenjunga Massif and Goeche La wilderness trek. Or follow ancient trade routes as you travel across the stark moonscapes, high mountain passes, deep valleys, lush orchards and frozen deserts in Ladakh on our Ladakh Trans Himalayan Jeep Safari. To book these or more or for more ideas and suggestions email us or call us on 0845 0940273.

2011 rates and dates update

We’re making a few changes to some of our India itineraries for travel in 2011. The updates do take some time but all details will be updated over the next few weeks. If you have any questions in the meantime for travel in 2011 or beyond as always feel free to call us on 08450940273 or send us an email and we’ll be happy to help.

What our clients say about us - testimonials

We take great pride in offering a personal and professional service to all our clients who travel with us. But don’t just take our word for it - have a look at just some of the many testimonials from those who have travelled with us, many of whom we are happy to welcome back time and again

Recommended by Rough Guides

We are delighted to be specially recommended in Rough Guides' new book - Clean Breaks: 500 New Ways to See the World - due to be published in August 2009. Rough Guides is one of the most successful and respected travel brands in the world, with over 300 travel guides in print and with a great reputation for good writing, accuracy and honesty. In writing this book, the authors have highlighted 500 fantastic places across the globe which will inspire people to see the world in a new light, selecting unusual holidays and alternative ways to travel which make a real difference to the lives of local people and the planet. Only a few companies qualify for a special recommendation of this kind, and The Himalayan Adventure Company is highlighted as one of the authors' favourites - something we are very proud of! And the nice people at Rough Guides have gone one better - everyone who travels with us is eligible for a great 20% discount OFF the price of the book, RRP £18.99 just email us for a special code which you can use at checkout on the rough guides website - www.roughguides.com to get your discount. And of course for any great adventures in the wonderful Himalaya, contact us and we'll be happy to help with your plans.

View our latest newsletter here Autumn 2009 Newsletter. Spring 2010 newsletter coming soon.

Views of the Himalaya- video gallery

We have a great respect and love for the Himalayan regions. For a taste of just a few of the many highlights of Nepal take a look at the videos here. It’s even better in real life Video Gallery - images of Nepal so why not see for yourself!

2009 -2010 Brochure Now Available

To find out more about our treks, tours & other adventures take a look at our brochure. Individual sections as well as the complete brochure are available to view, download and print. We encourage you to help us do our bit for the environment and use our online brochure. New short breaks, special interest holidays and great deals in Nepal New itineraries More holiday extensions Travel on your preferred dates

Direct flights Amsterdam to Kathmandu - from October 2009

Arke Fly, a Netherlands based airline is planning to launch direct flights from Amsterdam to Kathmandu from October 2009. Previously, Transavia and Martin Air used to fly from the Dutch capital to Kathmandu.This is great news that has been welcomed by the tourism industry and Nepali Government and offers travellers more choice for reaching Nepal. Intial plans are for one flight per week which may be increased depending on demand.Other airlines flying from the UK to Kathmandu (1 change en route) include Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, Etihad, Thai Airways, and Jet Airways

Changes to India visa application process

The procedure for applying for a visa has now changed. As a major step towards upgrading Visa services with the aim of providing a high quality Visa service, the High Commission of India, London and the Consulates General of India in Birmingham and Edinburgh have outsourced the collection of visa applications and their delivery to VF Services (UK) Ltd. The application process is now based on-line and more details can be found at http://in.vfsglobal.co.uk/index.aspx. Please remember you must have your India visa before arrival to India and no visas are issued on arrival.

Delhi - new mandatory Airport Development Fee introduced

From 01 March 2009 for the next 3 years a mandatory Airport Development Fee (ADF) will be levied on all domestic and international flights by the Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL). The charge will be INR200 (approx £2.74) for each domestic passenger departing from Delhi and INR1300 (approx £17.80) for each international passenger (including Kathmandu and Paro departures). All visitors to India from 01 March 2009 will be required to pay these new mandatory charges direct to the airport authorities directly at the time of departure.

Want more information?

For more information please check the itineraries and brochure available on our website or if you’d like to know more about any of our adventure holidays and services call us on 08450940273 or send us an email and we’ll be happy to help.

Travel Insurance - in association with Snowcard

Before confirming your booking we require evidence of adequate travel insurance. All our clients are required to have appropriate insurance and to provide us with a copy of the policy as a condition of booking. It is extremely important that your insurance provider is aware of the type of trip and activities you will undertake. Final documents and booking can only be issued once we receive these details. For all our treks and tours above 2000m elevation we are pleased to work in association with Snowcard who specialise in insurance cover for activity based travel. Insurance pricing and policy wording can be checked at www.snowcard.co.uk/pages/ha_index.asp For trips at elevtions lower than 2000m and as members of the Travel Trust Association we are able to provide some of the best insurance on the market and are happy to provide details on request. Policy wording can also be checked on the Travel Trust Association website www.traveltrust.co.uk It is recommended that you consider taking out insurance at the time of booking so that not only are you covered whilst on holiday but you will also be able to make a claim for any money paid to us should you have to cancel your trip.

FREE places for group bookings and organisers

Remember that for all group bookings of 10 or more we offer 1 free place which you can use for your own travel, to raffle as a fantastic prize for your club or to reduce the cost for everyone on the trip. For details and conditions call us on 0845 094 0273 or send us an email

We love to see where you've travelled in the Himalaya. If you’d like to share your holiday photos with us send a copy to us. We’ll feature our favourites in the next copy of our brochure and on our website. We’ll also send you a £50 Himalayan Adventure Company travel voucher if we print your images.

Our expedition leaders are World Record Holders!

We're delighted that Mr Pemba Dorjee Sherpa and Mr Temba Tsheri Sherpa have joined our team as expedition leaders. Pemba has held the world record 3 times for the fastest Everest summit. His latest unbeaten record was a successful summit in May 2004 in an amazing 8 hours and 10 mins from Base Camp! Temba is the world's youngest Everest summiter, making his first summit in May 2001 age 15 years. We're delighted to be working together and very proud to have Pemba and Temba on our team. Keep an eye on the site for news of scheduled UK visits and a chance to chat with these two amazingly high achievers later in the year.

Romantic adventures - honeymoon in the Himalaya

For couples looking for a very special way to celebrate we have a new range of exclusive luxury honeymoons, traditional wedding blessings and much more. Spend quality time together in your private luxury camp fully equipped with the finest of everything from hand crafted four poster bed, to luxury pashmina blankets, the finest wines and foods and even a discreet butler service exclusively for you. Add that to your own private view onto the Indian Himalayas for a pretty special honeymoon. Perhaps you prefer a traditional Sherpa style blessing including a private wedding band playing you to your venue and followed by a fantastic garden party for you to celebrate with friends and relatives. Maybe you prefer an exclusive luxury tour including a private jungle safari, a tandem paraglide through Himalayan skies and a private charter helicopter to take you to the Everest region. Or a morning of pampering and relaxation at one of the finest spas in the world followed by an exclusive luxury picnic for two in stunning palace gardens where your waiter serves only the finest. We offer this and many more options to make your honeymoon or other special occasion a truely memorable and unique experience. Contact us to learn more.

Join our Himalayan Gift Registry

If you want to celebrate something special with a memorable visit to the Himalaya our Himalayan Gift Registry allows your friends and family to help make your travel dreams come true. Simply register your dream holiday with us and we’ll create a registry for you. Contact us to learn more.

Bright Ideas

We're always keen to hear your ideas and suggestions for new travel routes and services. If you have a dream travel itinerary or something you think would be a great idea and appeal to others - please share it! Email us your suggestions on what you'd like to see us offer.