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Collaborative Trips

What is a collaborative trip?

It is a trip that is organised by an official tour guide, but accompanied and supported by Louise and Paul.

Now some people are happy to just head out to strange lands and terrain but others want to have a bit more security.

We only choose to collaborate with like minded tour guides, who want to share with us the culture and beauty of the country they are leading us through, for each of these companies it is not about full speed, it is about having a fantastic experience.

The reason for collaborations is we do not want to be responsible for clients in a land we do not speak the language and don’t have an in-depth knowledge of the infrastructure required in an emergency situation.

But also what is important is their knowledge of the language, the terrain & the local facilities – if a
mountain pass is closed, they will know a way around it, or safe places to wait it out.

PORTUGAL 2026

THE WINTER SUN TOUR

From the Atlantic shores to sweeping mountain views, the “Winter Sun Tour” is a 650 km off-road adventure through Portugal — with a special focus on the peaceful, picturesque coastline that truly shines in the cooler months.
This 5-day experience (including a training day + 4 days riding) is a compact but unforgettable way to discover Portugal’s trails, landscapes, and local flavors. Expect a mix of dirt, culture, and coastline — from Santarém to Vila de Rei, Fátima, Nazaré, Peniche, and back again.
Our Collaborator for this trip is the lovely Diogo, owner of  Offroad-Offcourse… We are adding in luggage transport and a backup vehicle.

Dates:  21st-27th February 2026

Destination: Santarém, Portugal

Duration; 1 Day training + 4 Days off-roading

Group size : Up to 12

Terrain: 40% Compact dirt | 30% Rocky & Gravel | 20% Scenic back roads | Optional sand

Bikes: Bring your own or hire a Honda CRF300L

Distance: 650 km

Cost in Euros: Trip €1,750 plus Optional Bike Hire €450

This is open to both Ladies & “Gentle”Men.
This is an ideal for couples.

MOROCCO 2026 - Lads Group

RIDE MOROCCO'S MOST BREATHTAKING LANDSCAPES

This adventure begins by flying into Marrakesh, where you will be met and transported to Quarzazte.
The bikes will be prepped and waiting. You set out East across to Zagora, onto Mhamid, followed by the epic dunes of Chegaga.
You will then loop back via the quaintness of Foum-Zquid, returning after 5 epic days to Quarzazte.
 

Dates: 7th -14th March 2026

Destination:  Quarzazte, Morocco

Duration: 7 days

Group Size: 8

Terrain: Epic Dunes , Mountain Passes & Plato’s 

Bikes: KTM 450EXC six days

Distance: 800km

Cost: Trip inc Bike Hire £2,600

To be eligible for this trip, you need to attend a training day with us to ensure you have the level of bike competence required to truly enjoy this terrain.
But contact Paul to have a chat  0797 322 4320

MOROCCO 2026 - Ladies & Couples Group

DESERT, DUNES, DUST & BEACHES
(BUT NOT SUNBATHING BEACHES)

The adventure begins in Agadir with gravel going into desert sand tracks, then comes the first of the dunes followed but the thrill of
beach riding, ending the day at a boutique hotel with a pool!

We head further south with inland rocky climbs and descents and staying slightly inland at the unique rustic former foreign legion fort.

Then the thrill of Plague Blanche with its 50km of beach and as much dune riding as you want.

As the week progresses you will quickly come accustomed to the joy of these light and agile bikes and how to get them to glide across the sand. It is such a thrill to master!

Dates:
21st – 28th March 2026

Destination: Souss Massa, Morocco

Duration; 7 days

Group size : 6

Terrain: Desert tracks sand & gravel, long beach run, dunes & inland rocky climbs

Bikes: KTM 450EXC six days

Distance: 700km

Cost: Trip inc Bike Hire £2,500

To be eligible for this trip, you must have completed up to the enhanced training level with Louise

INDIA 2026

THE SPITI VALLEY TOUR - A MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME

A tour here is to visit a place like no other the raw, untouched beauty of its locations and the endless fascination of its peoples and cultures. Blazing Trails have been running Himalayan tours through the Spiti Valley since 2005 providing us with expert guiding along with mechanical & medical backup.

Promising another all-round unforgettable experience! – See footage of the Fun, Thrills & Adventures we had with the Blazing Trails crew in Nepal in 2025.

Dates: 28th Sept-12th October 2026

Destination: Himalaya, India,

Duration: 14 days

Group Size: 12

Terrain: Mostly tar, but one tough day of dirt and several less technical small dirt roads

Bikes: Royal Enfield Himalayan 400cc & 450cc

Distance 1800km

Cost: Trip Including Bike Hire £2,900

Our Sweet Lamb Lady Ambassador Lynne DeDominicis works with Blazing Trails on a regular basis – Lynne will be on this trip as well as Louise & Paul.

This is a Ladies & Couples trip.

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