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Walking Madeira

Walking in Madeira

Our guide Andreas was super responsible and set a very good example for all tourists around to respect and protect nature. The food was good. Everyday's tour was different, interesting, and well organized.

By Chin-Chan from USA | 01 October 2025

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Baltic Trails Adventure.

Baltic Trails Adventure

Guides can make a trip and our guide, Rita, was the best; very helpful, knowledgeable and nothing was too much trouble, (even to the extent of providing links for anyone interested in further reading AFTER we had returned).
Food was excellent with plenty of choice and prices on a par with the UK.
The hotel in Vilnius was not good but thereafter the accommodation did improve considerably.
I saw this trip as more for the culture and history although the walking was worthwhile albeit ... unlikely to reduce the weight gain! Afterall the highest hill in the Baltic states is barely above 300m and 50% of the landmass is covered by forests. For me the walking highlights were the Curonian Spit (only a spit away from the Russian Oblast of Kaliningrad which seemed a tad surreal) and the Viru bog trail which was stunning. I can't pronounce plenty of the other places that we visited but all were of interest (NB brewery visit with generous sampling of the various brews). One notable surprise was coming across a site commemorating a place where the Nazis carried out an atrocity in WW2.
Tallinn's old town is notable but all three capitals had beautiful city centres reflecting their complex and often tragic histories (Russia is notably unpopular).
This is an excellent trip to discover/experience a part of the World with which most people are likely pretty uninformed.
Be aware that Finland's capital, Helsinki, is only a ferry ride across the Gulf of Finland and probably worth an extra day or two at the end of the trip. Something that I only learned after it was too late.

By Simon from Retford, Nottinghamshire | 30 September 2025

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The incredible Incas

Choquequirao to Machu Picchu

What an amazing trek. We had the most wonderful, enthusiastic and caring guide ‘Rudy’. He’s a terrific asset to KE. His knowledge and positivity was truly inspirational. The chefs and kitchen staff, horsemen and lovely Joie who acted as a back marker on the trek all worked tirelessly to ensure we all had a wonderful experience. The trek was superb and full of contrasts from the mountain peaks to the flowing river there was spectacular scenery all around. Once we saw the first terraces of ... the Inca sites it was overwhelming. The whole experience was thoroughly enjoyable. We were very fortunate to have a magnificent group of trekking companions too. A very special holiday.

By Jillian from Northumberland | 26 September 2025

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A wonderful island perfect for trekking

Walking Around Madeira

Madeira is a small island, but perfect for a week's trekking around the cliffs, forests, mountains and levada's. The hotels were all perfectly located and of a good standard. The taxis and luggage transport was very efficient and the walking app certainly made life a lot easier. Madeira was much more lush and green than I expected, even though we had no rain during the 8 day trip. A wide range of food is available with the emphasis on fish! Weather was perfect for trekking in September, low ... 20's during the day and a little hotter in Funchal. Would definitely recommend.

By Andrew from Wiltshire, UK | 26 September 2025

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This Will Go Down as One of My Favorites

Baltic Trails Adventure

A great holiday. I have to say up front that a big part of my enjoyment was the company. Our guide, Rita, was just superb. Super knowledgeable and articulate. Leading while integrating seamlessly with the group. Leslie, with KE's travel office, was also with us. She was such great fun. Being based in the US, I have never had the opportunity to use Leslie's services, but I would strongly recommend her to UK customers. She knows her business inside and out, and clearly enjoys helping ... others.

As for the itinerary, it is diverse and busy, but not physically demanding. The exception to the last is that there is some beach and dune walking which some of our party found difficult. However, in some cases there are options to avoid walking in the sand. Among the highlights, touring the three capital cities stands out. Special thanks to Rita for arranging an unscheduled tour of Tallinn at the end of the tour. I recommend that the Tallinn tour become a regularly scheduled part of the itinerary. Of the nature walks, the two in Lahemaa National Park on the last day spoke to me the most, providing a great finale to the sojourn. Overall the tour provided a good opportunity to learn about the fascinating and often tragic history of the region while experiencing some of its peculiarities (e.g., the Curonian Spit, the Hill of Crosses and amber collecting) and its agreeable cuisine. I was also very happy with the choice of accommodations.

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By Bruce from Victor, New York | 25 September 2025

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Rewarding

Choquequirao to Machu Picchu

This is a great tek led by Rudy the guide for this trip, he was so good at educating us on the history and customs of the Incas and generally being a great guide, he was assisted also by Joey who always made sure that we were safe on the trails. The walking on several days was tough but with a bit of grit and determination it's doable for regular walkers. Campsites on most days were located in scenic spots with a toilet and mostly with a shower, although some were very basic, and the tents were ... spacious and in very good condition. As for food we were amazed at the quality that was served consistently by the two chefs (in whites) assisted by two kitchen staff all very friendly, also hygiene was followed scrupously with soap and water by the mess tent and hand sanitizers on the dining table. The day's get continuously better as the trek progresses all the way up to Machhu Picchu, and though we had walked all day, the train wasn't running when we got there hence having to walk along the railway line for two hours to Aguas Calientes, we still enjoyed the extra hike. This is a tough trek hence the 8 rating, but in my opinion it has to be one of the best all round operated by KE.

By Jeremy from Hatfield | 24 September 2025

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A wonderful holiday in a beautiful country.

Temples and Tea Trails of Sri Lanka

What can be said about Sri Lanka, than just simply wow? Firstly our guide Gayan was the loveliest man I've ever met, passionate about his country, his culture, hard working (we never waited for our transport and he always had two or three options for extra activities) and we particularly enjoyed his wild stories of ancient Sri Lanka! So the highlights? That's a long list, the cultural triangle of Stupas, carved Buddhas, the breathtaking Lion Rock, seeing a leopard on Safari and topping it off ... with the Dambulla Cave Temples which were astonishing and the Arts and Crafts and cultural capital which is Kandy. Then up into the jungle for a few nights, tropical fruits and spices all with the background noise of monkeys, birds and frogs - the Eco Lodge was a highlight as was the superb cooking demonstration in a traditional kitchen. After that a bit of a downer with a less than satisfactory climb of Adam's Peak in the dark, honestly this should be dropped from the itinerary but we were compensated with a superb High Tea afterwards in the stunning Grand Hotel. Then onto Horton Plains and the beautiful walk to Worlds End, Tea Plantation factory visit and a walk through Tea Country topped off with probably the most stunning Train trip in the world and Elephants galore at another Safari.

Cannot recommend this trip highly enough, Sri Lanka is a very chill, very beautiful country full of wonderful sights, experiences and people. 5 stars.

By Daniel from Adelaide, Australia | 19 September 2025

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After 39 trips, I have no complaints.

Turkish Delight – Cycling in Cappadocia

I really enjoyed it. The scenery far exceeded my expectations. I never got tired of looking at the various rock formations. This was my first visit to Turkey, and certainly won't be my last. The Turkish people were friendly and the food was outstanding.

Faruk was a rock star! We were treated to a history lesson every day with him. He is extremely knowledgeable on many subjects and I really enjoyed talking to him. He took good care of us on the trails and made adjustments for those of us who ... did not want to undertake some of the more challenging terrain. I would highly recommend him to anybody travelling to Turkey. A great guy!

I usually lose weight on these trips. I actually gained weight on this one. The dinners were outstanding with numerous starters and sauces and great bread to dip in the sauces. Plenty of lamb, chicken and beef and fresh vegetables. I really liked the food.

I feel that KE offers good value for the money. That is one reason why I keep booking with you.

By Al from New Hampshire, US | 17 September 2025

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Timeless Trails of Portugal's Algarve

Our week with Jonathan, Violeta, Isabella and Dylan, organised by KE Adventure, was the best holiday we’ve ever spent. The setting was idyllic, the accommodation lovely and the warmth of the company – both family and other guests – something to treasure.
We devoured every scrap of Violeta’s amazing food, ranging from fresh fruit platters, hot rolls, warm croissants, pastel de nata and pikelets, cold meats and cheeses, and hot dishes in the mornings, generously filled rolls for lunch, ... and extraordinary evening spreads with homegrown vegetables and salads, lovely meat and fish dishes and delicious puddings. Only the fabulous tapas, that went along with an impromptu wine tasting laid on by Jonathan, were so plentiful they eventually defeated us.
We spent five days walking amid spectacular coastal scenery, four of them in glorious sunshine, led by Jonathan or Isabella (sometimes accompanied by Alana the dog) and driven to and from by Jonathan and Dylan. On our free day we explored the nearby historic town of Lagos.
It was in so many ways a holiday that delivered more than was promised. We walked along perfect beaches, swam in the sea and in a neighbouring lake, went body boarding twice (taught and looked after by Jonathan and Dylan), did daily stretch or yoga classes led by Isabella and a local yoga teacher, enjoyed professional massages by Isabella, scoffed afternoon beers and ice-creams in cafes, and ate out at a couple of excellent restaurants.
If you’re thinking of visiting Portugal’s beautiful Algarve and enjoy walking, there’s no better way to do it.

By Alexandra from Cumbria | 16 September 2025

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Scandinavian Beauty

Walk West Sweden - Island Hopping

KE prepared an interesting itinerary and our trip was enjoyable. Highlights included warm sunny weather allowing sea swimming, comfortable hotels with excellent breakfast and good locations near public transport. The Västtrafik app was essential as per KE instructions - it provides accurate timetables and cheaper, hassle-free ticket buying. Public transport runs on time.
Minor issues: there was miscommunication about spa reservations (despite being advised of booked times) and a picnic was ... prepared a day early. Talking to reception upon arrival helped sort these.
One criticism: KE trip notes weren't fully accurate. Day 5 in Smögen offered a trip to Bohus island or a Kungshamn-Tullboden hike. Bohus island visits are only possible July-August; September's single ferry had a 2-hour limit, making the 10km walk impossible. The second hike lacked route notes and was unsupported (apparently forgotten in trip notes). We improvised and we completed this hike anyway. It was a good circular hike, the trail was well marked.
Knowing island visit limitations beforehand might've led us to travel in August instead of September. Smögen's small so we managed well with our own hike plan.

By Nora from Norwich, Norfolk | 15 September 2025

KE Adventure reply

Thank you for your review Nora. We are pleaseed that you enjoyed your trip. We are consulting with our local operator in Sweden to eliminate the minor issues you have mentioned and improve the trip notes.

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Very well run trip and we will be booking again with KE

High Tatras Trekking - The Carpathian Mountains

We have had 3 trips now with KE and they all have been well run, organized and good value. Excellent guide. Very well informed and we felt very safe with his decision making.

By Sherry from Ontario | 11 September 2025

★ ★ ★

An interesting adventure

Icefjords and Remote Villages of East Greenland

This trip is for those who are strong, able walkers. Granite scree and boulder fields make for long, tough ascents and walks need good balance. You must be able to adapt to very basic and sometimes unhygienic, unmanaged accommodation. The decline in innuit culture is obvious, but non the less interesting to witness. Boat transfers across fjords are thrilling and scenery spectacular. The boat trip where we saw a sperm whale was definitely a highlight. We were blessed with good weather but ... things could be pretty bleak here if not. Overall, an interesting trip and to my surprise, with a (great) group of French speaking clients. I was the only client from KE so my French quickly improved! If you couldn’t speak any French this could have been a very long two weeks!

By Susan from North Yorkshire | 10 September 2025

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Efficiently organised

High Tatras Trekking - The Carpathian Mountains

KE and Jakub made it very easy to explore the High Tatras with an interesting itinerary that would be difficult for an independent solo traveller to organise. Plenty of good food and more comfortable accommodation than expected.

By David from Derby | 09 September 2025

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High Tatras

High Tatras Trekking - The Carpathian Mountains

Top class service on the two times I have used KE. [Our guide] did a great job on guiding - was informative and had a great sense of humour.

By Martin from Meath, Ireland | 09 September 2025

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A nicely varied trip

Mount Ararat - Turkey's Sacred Summit

A nicely varied trip, with cultural and relaxation opportunities as well as climbing the mountain. The summit day is a big day, but otherwise the exercise is manageable. Ibrahim was outstanding. He was a mine of information on cultural and historical matters, a very likeable man with an excellent sense of humour, and was always attentive to the needs of the group.

By Martin from London | 09 September 2025

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Great itinerary

Fjords and Fjells of the Lofoten Islands

The lofoten trip was well organised, had a great itinerary and was well led. [Our guide was] wonderful in every way - friendly, professional manner, knowledgable, watched out for individual needs of group
members super organised. Delicious home cooking by our tour leader giving us an experience of Norwegian food.

By Margie from Liverpool | 08 September 2025

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Brilliant trip

Traverse of the Jotunheimen

Brilliant trip hiking through a variety of stunning scenery (everything from glacier and boulder fields through to grassy valleys and forests), all of it led by our excellent guide Richard. Two tips: 1) make the effort to climb Kyrkja, the views are fantastic, and 2) the drying rooms at the huts were very good so take some washing powder for hand washing clothes.

By Donald from Stockport | 07 September 2025

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Stunning mountains - unforgettable times

Self-Guided Tour du Mont Blanc

I have truly loved my self guided Tour du Mont Blanc - the mountain views are unforgettable and cannot be captured in photographs. The view is constantly changing and I loved the new display every time you reached a Col or mountain pass.
The effort is not to be taken lightly and I think a grade 7 is about right. I would challenge the time estimates though - a suggested 5 hours turned out to be more like 7-8 with coffees and breaks. One thing which I would specifically mention is how good the ... KE App was. Not only did it contain all of the required information - hotels, dates, guide notes etc. but the real value was the interactive map which made navigation an absolute doddle. It also showed you on the height profile graph how much more climbing or decending you needed to do, which I appreciated.
With only one exception, the hotels were lovely - generally ski hotels with lots of local character and hearty breakfasts, and the baggage transfer worked flawlessly.
I would heartily recommend this holiday, it was not always easy - but the views and variety more than made up for hard work!

By Simon from Derby | 05 September 2025

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We can't wait for the next trip!

One Week Mount Toubkal Trek

My son and I had a great time in Morocco, and we really enjoyed the trek. The guide was fantastic, the scenery beautiful, and the food amazing, what's not to recommend! Clear communication prior to the trip so that we knew what to prepare etc. We found our guide easily as soon as we stepped out of the airport and the transfer was comfortable. The food was delicious, freshly prepared, full of flavour and healthy. We couldn't believe how great the meals were when made whilst out on the trek. The ... trip had the right balance of some longer days trekking along with some easier, shorter days. [Guide] Younes was great, we really appreciated him on the trip and I was really pleased with how supportive he was towards my son who hadn't been at altitude or to Morocco before. It appears KE has a strong ethos towards supporting local workers eg the muleteers. The sites where we camped were always left without litter, and there was a good emphasis on avoiding the use of single use plastics/water bottles. Thank you KE, my son and I had a great time and made some special memories, we can't wait for the next trip!

By Debbie from Cumbria | 03 September 2025

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Rongai Route Trek

Kilimanjaro Rongai Route

You delivered as promised and the local team was outstanding. [Guide Onex] Outstanding level of experience, local knowledge and support to the struggling members of the team. I can't thank him enough. Very honest and outstanding leaderships skills.

By Mahmoud from Essex | 03 September 2025