Each trip is given a Physical Rating, which indicates how much physical activity is required to participate in it. This rating helps you choose a trip that is suitable to your level of fitness and abilities, and one that you will enjoy taking part in. Physical activity on a Adventures tour falls into the following categories.
Tour Grading of 1 - Getting around on your own, up and down hotel steps and carrying your own bag.
Tour Grading of 2 – Light walking and hiking that is suitable for most fitness levels.
Tour Grading of 3 – May include moderate hiking, biking, rafting, kayaking and other activities that require only an average/moderate level of fitness to enjoy.
Tour Grading of 4 – May include high altitude hiking of up to 8 hours per day or other activities that require a moderately high level of fitness.
Tour Grading of 5 - High altitude trekking suitable only for those with a higher level of fitness and endurance.

Please note: Many Adventures holidays include only one element that may increase the rating of the trip to a higher level. For instance, any trip that includes the Inca Trail hike in Peru is given a rating of 4, even though the physically active aspect of the adventure may only be a small part of the overall tour. In many cases, you may choose not to participate in these activities before or during the tour.

For details on the specific activities and Physical Rating of a trip, please refer to the trip dossier or contact our sales department.