Discovery tours

If you want to visit the Himalaya, but don't want to spend all your time trekking then these are the trips for you. Ranging from 800m above sea level to the highest mountain in the world, Nepal is one of the richest countries in the world for flora, fauna and ethnic diversity. Across the border Tibet provides an enchanting journey of discovery to a once forbidden land. We offer exploring holidays that discover the culture & people and view the mountains without too much exertion!

(Also please see the Off the beaten track section for an additional discovery trip to the "Wild West" of Nepal).

Durbar Square, Bhaktapur

Discover Nepal (14 days, £685) Grade A

Take a journey through time and travel to the mystical Himalayan Kingdom. The mountain views, rural village life, elephant back jungle rides and rich culture will provide all travellers with the most enriching of experiences ... more details about this trip >>

Potala Palace, Lhasa

Discover Tibet (15 days, £1075) Grade A

Mountains, Monasteries, and ancient culture: this trip is designed to explore the essence of Tibet with a journey that takes you through the development of the ancient culture, and visits the most mystical and famous sights of this once forbidden land. We combine the Tibetan Monasteries and Dalai Lama residences with an exciting journey through the Himalaya which also visits the north side of Everest ... more details about this trip >>

Colourful Ladakhi women

Discover Ladakh (16 days, £895) Grade A

This superb discovery tour is packed with sights and experiences of Northern India. With two days at the Ladakh Festival, Golden Temple at Amritsar, the Dalai Lama's residence in Dharamsala, there is so much to experience ... more details about this trip >>