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It’s not too late to book a Christmas adventure

25th November 2009 Print

The festive season is fast approaching and The Adventure Company has some late availability family Christmas trips to celebrate in either the snow or the sunshine.
 
For those dreaming of a traditional white Christmas and New Year, snow holidays are available in Bulgaria, Slovakia and Finland; and for those looking for winter sun holidays; there are trips to Jordan, Sri Lanka, Morocco and Egypt.

Worldwide Adventure – High Peaks Snowshoeing, departing December 27th 2009

This is an opportunity to have a great adventure holiday in Bulgaria and explore the snow-clad forests, peaks and valleys of the Rila Mountains on foot. The Rila Mountains hold some of the highest peaks in the Balkan Peninsula. This eight-day trip includes snowshoeing along mountain trails; time to relax in thermal pools; a day of culture and history at the Rila Monastery and a walking tour of Sofia. On New Year’s Eve, holidaymakers will trek to the Skakavitza waterfall, the highest in Rila at 70m and often frozen solid.
 
The trip costs from £719 per person. The price includes flights, accommodation, activities as per the itinerary, the services of a local guide, transport and some meals (seven breakfasts, five lunches and six dinners).

Family Adventure – Slovakian Snow Adventure, departing December 20th 2009

Spend your Christmas Holidays in Slovakia on this eight-day snow adventure. Holidaymakers will spend the week experiencing traditional activities and snow-filled sports including skiing, dog sledding, snowshoeing, night skiing and swimming in thermal pools. Slovakia is one of Europe’s most mountainous countries and the perfect place for a family winter snow holiday.
 
The trip costs from £869 for adults and £789 for children. These prices include flights, accommodation, activities as per the itinerary, the services of a local guide, transport and some meals (seven breakfasts and two lunches).

Holidaymakers wishing to escape the cold winter weather and head to the sunshine might enjoy Jordan or Sri Lanka.

Worldwide Adventure – Petra and Wadi Rum, departing December 26th 2009
 
Spend Christmas in Jordan on the Dana Nature Reserve. One of the countries best natural treasures, holidaymakers will navigate its mountains, wadis and trails before reaching the famous Petra during a two-night stay. This nine-day trip encompasses some exciting highlights including a four-wheel drive tour of Wadi Rum, snorkelling in the Red Sea, floating in the Dead Sea and the chance to watch the sunset over Mount Nebo.
 
The trip costs from £1,199 per person including flights, accommodation, activities as per the itinerary, the services of a local guide, transport and some meals (eight breakfasts, one lunch and two dinners).
 
Family Adventure – Elephant Paradise, departing December 20th 2009

Sri Lanka is a wildlife lover’s paradise. From dolphin watching to exploring on elephant-back, to helping a fishing community haul in their catch, this exciting 16-day trip is one to treasure. December is the perfect time for dolphin watching in Sri Lanka and travellers may be lucky enough to see them jumping out of the water. Elephant Paradise is an eclectic mix of activity, cultural discoveries and wildlife encounters - an ideal way to spend the festive season.
 
The trip costs from £1,849 for adults and £1,299 for children. These prices include flights, B&B accommodation, transport, the services of a local guide and activities as per the itinerary.

For further information about late availability trips visit adventurecompany.co.uk.