This guidebook describes the GR221, a 140km (87 mile) long-distance trail through northwestern Mallorca, from Port d` Andratx to Pollenca. Also known as the ` Ruta de Pedra en Sec` (`the Drystone Route`), the GR221 is a celebration of Mallorca`s limestone heritage, taking in many historic drystone structures as it traverses the rocky peaks of the Serra de Tramuntana. Following old stone-paved paths & mule trails, it showcases the region`s beautiful landscape of mountains, forests & cultivated terraces, as well as its spectacular coastline. The GR221 can be walked in 1-2 weeks, although the guide also covers 3 alternative start-points & 3 alternative finishes, which would allow for a shorter trek. The main route is presented in 10 stages of 8.5-20.5km (5-13 miles), with a handful of optional detours to bag neighbouring summits. Detailed route description is accompanied by 1:25, 000 mapping & inspirational photography, plus a wealth of information on local points of interest. Accommodation & travel are also thoroughly covered: the trail boasts good transport links & plentiful facilities on route, with accommodation in welcoming mountain villages & the occasional `refugi`.A comprehensive introduction offers the opportunity to discover more about the region`s diverse plants & wildlife & unique history & culture, & an English-Spanish-Catalan glossary can be found in the appendix. With a favourable climate & stunning scenery, the Serra de Tramuntana has much to tempt the walker. The GR221 Drystone Route represents an ideal way to explore this fascinating World Heritage Site. ...

After much political unrest, tourism to Nepal is again on the rise as a travel destination & this is a timely fully updated edition of one of the most respected & authoritative guides to Nepal. New features of the 8th edition include expanded coverage of areas outside of the primary trekking routes, as well as of less-travelled routes near the main trekking areas. There is new `DIY` information for independent exploring: how to make contact with villagers, use local maps, find porters & guides, understand pricing guidelines, & arrange travel necessities such as water purification & meals. There are new details on trekking in the Everest, Annapurna & Langtang regions. Co-written by veteran Nepal trekkers with more than 60 combined years of experience in the region, this 8th edition reflects the most current political information &

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This is the most comprehensive, user-friendly trekking guide to Peru available. Peru`s mountains offer the most varied & dramatic treks in South America with the added attraction of Pre-Columbian ruins along the way. Celebrating 40 years of Bradt, this unique guidebook is based on the Peru section of the very first Bradt guide. All the original treks have been re-walked & new off-the-beaten-track routes added. Ideal for both backpackers & those in an organized group, it describes over 65 mountain treks & day walks with background information & travelers` tales. Special boxes throughout the text cover topics from guinea pigs to trekking with children. ...

This guide describes twenty high-altitude treks of 2-9 days in the mountains of Tajikistan, covering the Fann Mountains, Pamirs & northern ranges, plus five day hikes near the capital, Dushanbe, & a 10-day trek in the Afghan Wakhan Corridor. As well as detailed route description & 1:100, 000 mapping for each trek, there is a wealth of practical advice on transport & visas, trekking support, equipment, cultural awareness, safety & security, as well as background notes on history, flora & fauna & a Tajik-Russian-Pamiri-English glossary. The guide can be used either to plan an independent trek or to select, prepare for & enhance an organised expedition. Known as `the Roof of the World`, Tajikistan is one of the most mountainous countries on Earth, with 93% of its landmass considered mountainous territory. This is where the mighty Himalaya meet the Tian Shan, Karakoram & Hindu Kush, & a centuries-old network of trails criss-crosses the remote terrain, linking isolated villages & shepherds` camps. Although infrastructure is fragile & tourism in its infancy, this Central Asian nation presents some outstanding opportunities for the adventurous trekker. The h&-picked routes showcase Tajikistan`s breathtaking landscapes of lofty snow-capped peaks, turquoise lakes & sweeping high-altitude plateaus. Trekking here is also a rich cultural experience: in addition to wild camping, many of the treks include the opportunity to experience the fascinating local culture & warm hospitality in a traditional homestay, meeting those who call this remote wilderness home. This guide will be your companion to discovering Tajikistan, a country with so much to offer & one of Central Asia`s best kept secrets. ...

Italy`s famous Alta Via long-distance walking routes are spread across the Dolomites running roughly north to south & across to the Austrian border. Increasing in difficulty from AV1 to AV6, they vary in length from 6 to 13 days & range from easy ambles to difficult aided climbs. For the two first routes, described in detail in this guide, overnight stops are at manned mountain huts or guesthouses so walkers can travel light & the way is well walked & easy to follow, suitable for any experienced alpine trekker. Now a World Heritage Site, the Italian Dolomites have long been a popular destination for skiers in winter & walkers in the summer months. For trekkers an excellent network of paths is dotted with welcoming `rifugi` or mountain huts in stunning locations & efficient public transport for getting to the start & back from the finish. Written by an expert in Italian trekking, with information on the fascinating wartime history of the region, plants & wildlife & also practical considerations such as the best time to go, what to take & rifugi protocol, this guide offers trekkers all the information they need to enjoy the mountains to the full. ...

The 2400km-long Himalayan chain contains the highest mountains on earth, & some of the most dramatic scenery on Earth. These classic, challenging & magical treks, spread right across the Himalaya, will feed the dreams & ambitions of all who love wild places; they include such well-known classics as the treks to Everest, K2 & Kangchenjunga base camps, & the Annapurna & Manaslu Circuits. The ultra-long Lunana Snowman Trek & a kora around sacred Mount Kailash in Tibet are also included. There are epic glacier treks like that to Pakistan`s Snow Lake; following in the footsteps of Shipton & Tilman towards Nanda Devi, & the approach to Gangkar Punsum
- the world`s highest unclimbed peak located in remote Bhutan. This is a book to excite & entice, guaranteed to set the pulse racing of anyone with a sense of adventure. Edited by Alpine veteran Kev Reynolds & written by a clutch of Himalayan trekking experts & writers, this inspirational guide is illustrated with original maps, stunning photographs & profiles to help readers choose & plan their dream expeditions, & supplemented by lots of practical advice on trekking in the Himalaya for novices & more experienced backpackers alike.
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Trekking in the Indian Himalaya in the Walking Guide series from Lonely Planet; profiling in comprehensive detail the walking opportunities, from day walks to long distance hikes, available in a range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides introduce readers to a selection of walks in each country & are designed to be practical for use while travelling on the road. Each walk has been researched by a team of independent experts & is fully independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on particular walks or treks. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet walking guide has the same layout, covering an extensive list of walks geographically by region. Introductory chapters provide facts about the country, including history, geography, geology & climate, as well as important facts for the walker such as suggested itineraries, when to walk, responsible walking, accommodation, food & drink, maps & weather information. There is also a dedicated clothing & equipment section, providing practical advice on what take, including relevant navigation equipment. A Health & safety section advises on pre-departure planning, staying healthy & safety on the walk or trek. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with further sub-regions also considered in each chapter. There is a selection of local stories, history & fact boxes about particular features of some of the routes throughout each guide. Each regional section gives general advice on relevant books & maps, climate, accommodation, places to eat & getting there & away. Individual walks or treks are described in extensive detail & fact boxes gives practical information on duration, distance, difficulty rating, start & finish points, the nearest town, local transport & a short summary of the route. Black & white sketch maps also provide an overview of the location of the walks in the region. A Travel Facts section at the back of each guide provides useful guidance & practical information on tourist offices, visas & documents, embassies, customs, money, post & communication, time, electricity, business hours, public holidays, getting there & away as well as getting around between each walk or trek. ...

Trekking in the Nepal Himalaya in the Walking Guide series from Lonely Planet; profiling in comprehensive detail the walking opportunities, from day walks to long distance hikes, available in a range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides introduce readers to a selection of walks in each country & are designed to be practical for use while travelling on the road. Each walk has been researched by a team of independent experts & is fully independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on particular walks or treks. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet walking guide has the same layout, covering an extensive list of walks geographically by region. Introductory chapters provide facts about the country, including history, geography, geology & climate, as well as important facts for the walker such as suggested itineraries, when to walk, responsible walking, accommodation, food & drink, maps & weather information. There is also a dedicated clothing & equipment section, providing practical advice on what take, including relevant navigation equipment. A Health & safety section advises on pre-departure planning, staying healthy & safety on the walk or trek. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with further sub-regions also considered in each chapter. There is a selection of local stories, history & fact boxes about particular features of some of the routes throughout each guide. Each regional section gives general advice on relevant books & maps, climate, accommodation, places to eat & getting there & away. Individual walks or treks are described in extensive detail & fact boxes gives practical information on duration, distance, difficulty rating, start & finish points, the nearest town, local transport & a short summary of the route. Black & white sketch maps also provide an overview of the location of the walks in the region. A Travel Facts section at the back of each guide provides useful guidance & practical information on tourist offices, visas & documents, embassies, customs, money, post & communication, time, electricity, business hours, public holidays, getting there & away as well as getting around between each walk or trek. ...

Trekking in the Patagonian Andes in the Walking Guide series from Lonely Planet; profiling in comprehensive detail the walking opportunities, from day walks to long distance hikes, available in a range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides introduce readers to a selection of walks in each country & are designed to be practical for use while travelling on the road. Each walk has been researched by a team of independent experts & is fully independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on particular walks or treks. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet walking guide has the same layout, covering an extensive list of walks geographically by region. Introductory chapters provide facts about the country, including history, geography, geology & climate, as well as important facts for the walker such as suggested itineraries, when to walk, responsible walking, accommodation, food & drink, maps & weather information. There is also a dedicated clothing & equipment section, providing practical advice on what take, including relevant navigation equipment. A Health & safety section advises on pre-departure planning, staying healthy & safety on the walk or trek. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with further sub-regions also considered in each chapter. There is a selection of local stories, history & fact boxes about particular features of some of the routes throughout each guide. Each regional section gives general advice on relevant books & maps, climate, accommodation, places to eat & getting there & away. Individual walks or treks are described in extensive detail & fact boxes gives practical information on duration, distance, difficulty rating, start & finish points, the nearest town, local transport & a short summary of the route. Black & white sketch maps also provide an overview of the location of the walks in the region. A Travel Facts section at the back of each guide provides useful guidance & practical information on tourist offices, visas & documents, embassies, customs, money, post & communication, time, electricity, business hours, public holidays, getting there & away as well as getting around between each walk or trek. ...

Step-by-step guide to three great Alpine treks in the Silvretta & Ratikon ranges on the borders of Switzerl&, Austria & Liechtenstein, each roughly a week long & starting from, or near, the popular & accessible base of Klosters. The three routes, all challenging but requiring no specialist equipment, are the Tour of the Silvretta, the Prattigauer Hohenweg & the Ratikon Hohenweg, two of which can be combined to provide a fortnight of high-altitude hiking among such peaks as Piz Buin, Piz Linard, Dreilanderspitz, Schesaplana, Sulzfluh & Drusenfluh & over some classic Alpine passes. also included are descriptions of nearby climable peaks for those with excess energy & favourable conditions. Accompanying the trek descriptions are 12 half-day hut-to-hut routes for those who prefer to plan their own tours & a directory of all the mountain huts in the area, providing all the information you could possibly need. Written by Alpine expert Kev Reynolds, this book

Includes:: all the information novice & experienced trekkers will need, including tips on gear, planning, language & further reading, to enjoy their time in the Alps.

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