Discover Adventure unveils trek to take in venues of Olympics 2012

Aug. 3, 2011 - PRLog -- Many people may have missed out on tickets for the Games, but this new trip will give participants the wonderful opportunity to immerse themselves in the most famous sporting event in the world, coming face-to-face with the different venues and exploring one of the world’s greatest cities.  

Led by highly experienced leaders, the group expedition sets off from Olympic Park in Stratford, East London, home to the Olympic Stadium and Olympic Village.

Participants walk along the bustling streets of London’s northern suburbs and west through Regents Park, arriving at the iconic Lords Cricket Ground which will host the archery events.

Meandering south, walkers enter Hyde Park, the setting of the triathlon and marathon swimming events. Continuing into Green Park, then along Constitution Hill to Buckingham Palace, the trek heads north-east along The Mall before reaching the beach volleyball venue - Horse Guards Parade Ground.  

Crossing the River Thames over Westminster Bridge, the walkers work their way east towards Greenwich Park and North Greenwich Arena (the O2) – host to equestrian events and the modern pentathlon, and marking the end of this epic trek.  

Departing 1 September 2012 and 31 August 2013, participants only pay a £49 registration fee (£55 for 2013 departures) and, if they wish, can heighten their sense of achievement by raising money for a charity of their choice at the same time. There’s no fundraising target and 100% of the amount raised goes direct to the charity concerned.

New Trekathons for 2012 and 2013
Adventurists can also choose to hike 26 miles in one day across many other incredible settings in the UK, including:

The South Downs (departing 19 May 2012 and 18 May 2013)
Hadrian's Wall Trekathon (departing 23 June 2012 and 22 June 2013)
Avebury to Stonehenge Trekathon (departing 30 June 2012 and 29 June 2013)
Cheddar to Glastonbury Trekathon (departing 28 July 2012 and 27 July 2013)
'Spire to Spire', from Winchester to Salisbury (departing 3 September 2011, 8 September 2012 and 7 September 2013).

Participants pay a £49 registration fee (£55 for 2013 departures), with no fundraising target when raising money on top for a charity of choice and with 100% of the amount raised going direct to the charity concerned.  

Other exciting UK-based expeditions

Inspired by the Olympics 2012 showcasing and celebrating the world’s greatest athletes? With the greatest sporting event bringing exercise to the forefront of British people’s minds, unleash your sporty side too by embarking on one of the following sample trek and cycle adventures, taking place close to home:

Four-day Lake District to Yorkshire Dales cycle trip  
Spend a memorable long weekend cycling the breadth of the UK, taking in idyllic and wild countryside. Set off from the west coast, riding across the magnificent Cumbrian Mountains and southwards through the Lake District National Park. From Kendal, riders head east into Yorkshire, through the heart of the famous Dales and on to the final stop, the pretty fishing town of Whitby. The trip includes three nights’ accommodation (hotels and B&Bs), most meals and experienced Discover Adventure leaders, drivers and mechanics. Payment options for 2012 departures: Fundraising target of £1,100pp or self-funded cost of £440pp (£149 registration fee applies).

13-day Land’s End to John O’Groats cycle trip
Ride the furthest possible distance in the British Isles (1,000 miles), setting off from Land’s End in England’s far South West, pedalling through Cornwall, over Dartmoor and North Devon and along the Welsh border. Meander through the verdant Lake District into Scotland, weaving through lochs and dramatic mountains to reach the north coast and John O’Groats. The trip includes 12 nights' accommodation (hotels and B&Bs), most meals and the services of experienced Discover Adventure leaders, drivers and mechanics. Payment options for 2012 departures: Fundraising target of £3,050 pp or self-funded cost of £1,220 pp (£299 registration fee applies).

Three-day Hadrian’s Wall trek
Hadrian’s Wall originally spanned 72 miles, from coast-to-coast. Oozing such incredible history, today we are left with only sections of this famous landmark, set in the tranquil Northumberland National Park. This trek starts at Lanercost Priory, walking for 25 miles alongside the only remaining sections of the wall, admiring ancient monuments, rolling countryside and the skill of the Roman engineers who built this renowned landmark, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The trip includes two nights’ camping (all equipment provided except sleeping bag and sleeping mat), most meals and the services of experienced Discover Adventure leaders. Payment options for 2011 (9 September) and 2012 departures: Fundraising target of £550pp or self-funded cost of £220pp (£49 registration fee applies).

Three-day Ben Nevis trek  
The Scottish Highlands are full of enchantment, with the ancient past all around. It’s almost impossible not to have your breath taken away by the remote, unspoilt landscape – giving you the rare feeling that you’re the first on the scene. Tackle awe-inspiring Ben Nevis (Gaelic translation ‘Mountain of Heaven’), the highest point in the British Isles, rising to a height of 1,343m above sea level. The trip includes two nights’ accommodation (hotels), meals, optional pick-ups or drop-offs from Fort William railway station and the services of experienced Discover Adventure leaders. Payment options for 2012 departures: Fundraising target of £550pp or self-funded cost of £220pp (£49 registration fee applies).

Three-day Jurassic Coast trek
The Jurassic Coast trek should win an award for the most eye-poppingly beautiful coastal walk in the country. Discover England’s first Natural World Heritage Site, setting off from Durlston Head, just outside Swanage in Dorset and walking 23 miles over two days along the South West Coastal Path in an east to west direction. The diversity of the area is outstanding and the rugged coastline, with serious climbs and descents, provides many a jaw-dropping view. The trip includes two nights’ camping (all equipment provided except sleeping bag and sleeping mat), meals and services of experienced Discover Adventure leaders. Payment options for 2011 (16 September) and 2012 departures: Fundraising target of £550pp or self-funded cost of £220pp (£49 registration fee applies).

Discover Adventure offers an array of expeditions worldwide too, including cycling The Great Wall of China, trekking the Costa Rica rainforest and snow-shoeing across Sweden.

2013 departures available too; please contact Discover Adventure for prices.

For further information about Discover Adventure, visit http://www.discoveradventure.com, telephone 01722 718444, or email info@discoveradventure.com.
Ends – 3 August 2011
                       
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