The Inca Trail from Cuzco to Machu Picchu is South America's most popular hike. This practical guide includes 27 detailed trail maps, plans of eight Inca sites, plus guides to Lima, Cuzco, and Machu Picchu. Fully updated new edition includes detailed new guide to the Vilcabamba Trail.

The Inca Trail, Cusco & Machu Picchu, 2nd: Includes The Vilcabamba Trail and Lima City Guide

Travel

Danbury, Richard

South America

Trailblazer

This is an inspirational and practical guide for the adventurous traveller who wants to take two wheels to the ultimate touring destination – the Himalaya. Cyclists and motorcyclists are just discovering the enormous potential of this mountainous region in Asia, from desert to snowline over tarmac or dirt-road, whether for a three-week holiday or a six month epic ride. Kilometre by kilometre guides detail the highest roads in the world, such as the Friendship Highway between Tibet and Nepal, Manali to Leh in India and the Karakoram Highway between Pakistan and China. Hand-drawn maps mark up fuel, food and water en route and city guides will find you a bed and bite to eat whether you're in Lhasa, Kathmandu, Srinagar or Kasghar. Author Laura Stone has spent three years researching the Himalaya on a bike; this new guide is guaranteed to illuminate, entertain and above all, inspire.  Covers the mountainous regions of Pakistan, China, Tibet, India, Nepal, Sikkim and Bhutan Route options - levels of difficulty - road conditions - sample itineraries for 3 weeks / 6 weeks / 2 months / 3 months / 6 months Pre-trip planning – when to go - choice of bicycle / motorcycle – kit – clothing – maps – health and safety – visas – cultural information Route guides – practical information including mechanics and bike shops, how and where to buy or hire a bike in Asia Over 80 original GPS route maps and elevation profiles

Himalaya by Bike: A Route And Planning Guide For Cyclists And Motor Cyclists

Sports & Outdoors

Stone, Laura

Individual Sports

The Silk Road was never a single thread but an intricate web of trade routes – Silk Roads – linking Asia and Europe. This new practical guide helps travelers explore all these threads and covers Turkey, Syria, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan and China.
· Getting to the region from North America, Europe and Australasia
· How to travel – train, bus or plane 
· Trips for all budgets – from $15 a day to over $150 a day
· What to see and where to go
· Full reviews of hotels and restaurants
· Comprehensive chapter on the historical background of this most famous of all trade routes
· 60 maps and town plans
· Adapted from Silk Route by Rail, which was shortlisted for the Thomas Cook Guide Book of the Year Awards
· Covers more countries than other Silk Road guides – Turkey, Syria, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan and China

Silk Roads: A Route & Planning Guide (Trailblazer)

Wilson, Paul A.

Asia

Trek with the Bedouin and their camels and discover one of the most exciting new trekking destinations in the world.
Egypt’s Sinai peninsula is the small tooth of land between Africa and Asia, and the fabled Biblical setting of The Exodus. It's a region of high mountains and sweeping deserts, home to crumbling Egyptian temples, Byzantine monasteries and more. 
The millions that visit Sinai each year come mostly for its beaches and reefs but for a true adventure, the best way to see Sinai is to trek with the Bedouin. Walking with their camels gives access to the most remote and waterless parts of the peninsula and no other mode of travel immerses you so fully in your surroundings nor gives such a close feel for the desert – its freedoms and hardships. 
Trekking is becoming ever-better established and it’s perfectly possible to arrive and organise a trek yourself. 
Sinai can be trekked all year and it’s on the doorstep of Europe. Budget airlines fly direct and the trekking is affordable if you organise everything independently. Once you finish on trail it’s easy to stay occupied off it: there are coral reefs and sunken shipwrecks off shore and the tombs and temples of Egypt’s Nile Valley are just a short hop over the Gulf.
❏ 74 detailed trekking maps - tricky junctions, places of interest. Comprehensive trail descriptions and GPS co-ordinates for classic treks and lesser-known routes. The best in the High Mountain Region (St. Katherine), Wadi Feiran and the Muzeina deserts.
❏ Practical information - planning your trip, getting to Sinai, arranging your trek and more: everything you need to know for every budget
❏ Town guides and maps - Sharm el Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba, St. Katherine, Wadi Feiran and others. Where to stay and eat, what to see and do
❏ History, culture, environment - full background sections on this land of legend
❏ Safety and green trekking - stay healthy and minimize your impact on a fragile desert
❏ GPS waypoints
❏ Plus – survival Arabic dictionary, snorkeling and diving, how to ride a camel etc.

Sinai Trekking Guide: 74 Large-Scale Maps And Route Guides To The Best Of Egypt'S Mountain And Desert Treks

Ben Hoffler

Hiking & Camping

A trip across Siberia on the longest continuous railway track in the world is undoubtedly the journey of a lifetime. It's also a convenient way to reach China, Mongolia or Japan. Tickets are not expensive or difficult to arrange.
This acclaimed guide shows you how to organise a trip, where to get tickets, where to stay and what to see. 
<ul>
<li>Practical information – planning your trip; what to take; getting to Russia from Europe, North America and Australasia</li>
<li>Kilometre-by-kilometre route guides covering the entire routes of the Trans-Siberian, Trans-Manchurian, Trans-Mongolian and Siberian BAM railways with 49 strip maps in English, Russian and Chinese: see where you are as you travel.</li>
<li>City guides and maps – the best sights, places to stay and restaurants for all budgets: Moscow, St Petersburg, Ulaan Baatar, Beijing and 32 towns in Siberia; plus Lake Baikal guide</li>
<li>Siberia and the railway – the detailed history of Siberia, the construction and the running of the railway today are of great interest not only to visitors but also to armchair travellers.</li>
<li>With 90 maps – plus timetables, fares, Russian &amp; Chinese phrases</li>
<li>New 9th edition a new 16pp color introduction and trip planner</li>
</ul>

Trans-Siberian Handbook: The Guide to the World's Longest Railway Journey with 90 Maps and Guides to the Route, Cities and Towns in Russia, Mongolia & China (Trailblazer Handbook)

Engineering & Transportation

McCrohan, Daniel

THOMAS, Bryn

Transportation

'...the definitive guide to how, where, why and what to do on a cycle expedition...' Adventure Travel Magazine (UK) Every cyclist dreams of making the Big Trip, the Grand Cycle Tour abroad. Whether that's a two-week trip or a year-long journey, the Adventure Cycle-Touring Handbook is the comprehensive manual that will make that dream a reality. Riding across Asia, cycling in Africa or pedaling from Patagonia to Alaska, whether you're planning your own Big Trip or just enjoy reading about other people's adventures, the Handbook is guaranteed to illuminate, entertain and above all, inspire. This fully revised 3rd edition includes: ❏ PART 1 – Practical information 
<ul>
<li>How to prepare for a long-distance trip</li>
<li>What to look for in a new bike with reviews of some of the world's best touring- and trekking-bikes</li>
<li>Adapting a standard bike for the Big Ride</li>
<li>Choosing components, equipment for the road and reviews of camping gear</li>
<li>Health precautions, inoculations, visas, money and safety</li>
</ul>
 ❏ PART 2 – Worldwide route outlines Across Europe, Asia, Australasia, North and South America and Africa; recommended routes within countries and overland. Everything from popular routes eg India's Leh-Manali Highway to lesser-known cycle-touring areas such as Mongolia. ❏ PART 3 – Tales from the Saddle Ten first-hand accounts of spoke-bending biking adventures worldwide. Introduction Why are so many people going bike touring these days? A minority pastime during the heyday of the car, cycling has once again become a popular choice for travelling―especially for long overseas trips. The first cycle-touring craze began in the 1870s. Then, as now, the bicycle offered a revolutionary way of touring: you go exactly where you want, when you want, and all under your own steam. This was before the age of the car and walking or riding a horse were the only other options until the bicycle. In 1885 the Rover Safety Bicycle came along, and for all the innovation since then, most modern touring bicycles would be recognizable to a Victorian, as would their derailleur gears. Bike touring is undergoing a boom at the moment but it is really one of many periodic rediscoveries. Bicycle design, components and gear are evolving to suit the changing needs and tastes of people. It's a combination of experimentation and using tried and tested designs, such as the 'diamond' frame of the Rover Safety Bicycle. The Adventure Cycle-Touring Handbook is all about looking at what people are choosing and using: what kind of bikes, what gear and what destinations are being chosen by today's bike tourers. There are many reasons for taking a bike on your next long trip. My own guess as to why bike touring is back in fashion is that many travellers get burned out by backpacking, which really amounts to travelling by bus and train for most of the time. Buses are certainly fast but they go from one noisy town to another, leaving little possibility of exploring the spaces in between, the places where the bus doesn't stop. Others use bikes to go even further off the beaten track: they want to go where buses don't go at all and perhaps where other vehicles cannot get to either. Paul Woloshansky built his own racks to carry extra gear after being told all too often: 'There's a prettier way to go but there's nothing out there at all.' Other adventurers, such as Sweden's Janne Corax (see p122), have said the same thing: there were times when there was no other way of getting to where they wanted to go. You couldn't get there on foot and you couldn't get there in a truck. It was possible only on a bicycle. Half the adventure, though, is in the riding itself. Being out in the fresh air and seeing much more than is possible from a bus or train window is always a good feeling, whether you are wandering around France or riding across India. A lot of today's cycle tourists are interested in the riding but not that interested in bikes. It's a means of transport and a way to carry bags comfortably, while sitting down and enjoying the view. Not everyone is drawn to the high passes of the Andes or the Himalaya but they are all enjoying that same sense of freedom and all that comes with it―unexpected discoveries, off-route detours or an impromptu day off when you find a great place to stay. Trips like these are not as arduous as some expeditions but they are every bit as satisfying―and they are still adventures, for they allow for spontaneity. And if you are carrying a tent and camping gear, you're prepared for just about any eventuality because you've always got a place to spend the night. This book looks at the possibilities out there, the different styles of travelling and the basic gear and know-how that you need. We also look at some of the more exciting cycling destinations around the world, complete with suggestions as to which routes to take and what you need to plan a trip in that region. The Adventure Cycle-Touring Handbook does not set out to tell you exactly where to go: it's your adventure, after all. But it's good to have a general idea of a destination and what you're likely to find when you're there and this is what this book aims to do. In the final part of this book we include stories from all around the world, not just about the biking but also about the adventures cyclists had on their journeys. It's the old idea that a bike ride isn't just about the riding but also about the places you were able to get to and the people you got to meet―and all because you decided to travel by bicycle.

Adventure Cycle-Touring Handbook: Worldwide Route & Planning Guide (Trailblazer)

Pike, Neil

PIKE, HARRIET

Sixth edition of this classic trekking guide to the Everest region of Nepal's Himalaya. Ranging from lush terraced fields to the highest mountain on earth, the scenery is breathtaking. There are trekking possibilities to suit all budgets – from independent trekkers on a shoestring staying in simple lodges with Sherpa families to travellers on guided treks with every luxury provided. This practical guide includes detailed route maps covering not only the classic treks but also the wild routes: 
<ul>
<li>Everest expedition route </li>
<li>Rolwaling </li>
<li>Trekking from Lukla </li>
<li>Salpa-Arun </li>
<li>The Gokyo trek </li>
<li>High passes </li>
<li>Trekking peaks – including Mera and Island Peak</li>
</ul>
 Getting to Nepal l Kathmandu – trek preparations and what to see Where to stay and eat l Health and safety Employing a guide or porter in Nepal

Trekking in the Everest Region: Practical Guide with 27 Detailed Route Maps & 65 Village Plans including Kathmandu City Guide (Trailblazer)

McGUINNESS, Jamie

Lost to the jungle for centuries, Machu Picchu was rediscovered by Hiram Bingham 100 years ago. It's now probably the most famous sight in South America – and justifiably so. Perched high above the river on a knife-edge ridge, the ruins are truly spectacular. The best way to reach them is on foot, following parts of the original paved Inca Trail over passes of 4200m (13,500ft). This all-in-one guide includes hiking options from two days to three weeks with 60 detailed hiking maps showing walking times, camping places and all points of interest. Routes covered include the Inca Trail, Choquequirao, Santa Teresa and two new routes for this edition: the Lares Trail and Ausangate Circuit. Includes an introductory colour section and Machu Picchu section in colour. 
<ul>
<li>Practical information – planning your trek and getting to Peru</li>
<li>Lima and Cusco – street plans, what to see, where to stay</li>
<li>The Imperial Landscape – a reading of Inca history in the Sacred Valley, by explorer and historian, Hugh Thomson, author of The White Rock – An Exploration of the Inca Heartland.</li>
<li> Two new routes for this edition: the Lares Trail and Ausangate Circuit.</li>
<li>60 trail maps,10 town plans, 15 site plans</li>
</ul>

The Inca Trail, Cusco & Machu Picchu: Includes Santa Teresa Trek, Choquequirao Trek, Lares Trail, Ausangate Circuit & Lima City Guide (Trailblazer)

Stedman, Henry

Stewart, Alexander

The most authoritative and detailed guide to climbing Africa's highest mountain At 19,341ft Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest mountain. Yet with no mountaineering skills necessary to reach the summit, even non-climbers can experience the thrill of climbing one of the world's greatest peaks. Includes full practical details – getting to Tanzania and Kenya, town guides and maps to Nairobi, Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Moshi and Marangu. Routes covered on 35 detailed walking maps in the proven Trailblazer style; all walking times are indicated along with points of interest and gradients. This top selling guide from Trailblazer is now in its fifth edition. Comprehensive trail guide and maps (with GPS waypoints also downloadable from the website) to the six major routes: Machame, Marangu, Rongai (Loitokitok), Lemosho, Shira and Umbwe by an author who's climbed them all numerous times City guides – Where to stay, eat and what to see en route to Kili in: Dar es Salaam, Nairobi and gateway towns of Arusha, Moshi and Marangu Planning your trip and booking a trek – when to go, how to book, full reviews of trekking agencies Mount Meru – a popular pre-Kilimanjaro trek Background information – Comprehensive history, geology, climate, flora and fauna, plus cultural information on the Chagga people Porters' rights – how to help Health and safety

Kilimanjaro - The Trekking Guide to Africa's Highest Mountain: All-in-one guide for climbing Kilimanjaro. Includes getting to Tanzania and Kenya, town ... on 35 detailed hiking maps. (Trailblazer)

The Offa's Dyke Path is a superb national trail that runs from the North Wales coast to the Severn Estuary following the line of Offa's Dyke, an impressive 8th century earthwork along the English/Welsh border. The ever-changing landscape – the Clwydian Range, the Shropshire Hills, the Black Mountains and the Wye Valley – is steeped in history and legend providing 177 miles of fascinating walking. This is an all-in-one hiking route guide, maps and accommodations for the 177-mile Offa's Dyke Path in Wales, which runs along the border with England. Includes 87 large-scale walking maps (3 1/8 inches to 1 mile); 11 town maps and 15 overview maps. Full details of all accommodations and campsites, restaurants and pubs; plus full public transport information. Includes day-walks.11 town plans and 87 large-scale walking maps – at just under 1:20,000 – showing route times, places to stay, points of interest and much morePlus 14 overview mapsItineraries for all walkers – whether walking the route in its entirety over seven to eight days or sampling the highlights on day walks and short breaksPractical information for all budgets – camping, bunkhouses, hostels, B&Bs, pubs and hotels – where to stay, where to eat, what to see, plus detailed street plansComprehensive public transport information – for all access points on the path.Flora and fauna – four page full color flower guide, plus an illustrated section on local wildlifeGreen hiking – understanding the local environment and minimizing our impact on itGPS waypoints. These are also downloadable from the Trailblazer website.Includes extra colour sections: 16pp colour introduction and 16pp of colour mapping for stage sections (one stage per page) with trail profiles.

Offa's Dyke Path: British Walking Guide: planning, places to stay, places to eat; includes 98 large-scale walking maps (British Walking Guides)

Reference

Newton, Joel

CARTER, Keith

Dictionaries & Thesauruses

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