The Natural Adventure

This week of self guided walking in Bulgaria also carries the reward of a few overnights in 4-star spa hotels which always proves popular with those who prefer to be pampered upon returning from a hike. Local Rhodopean cultural heritage also features throughout this week-long Bulgarian break with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the traditional hearty fare of the mountains after working up an appetite on average daily distances of 14kms. Thanks to the slow pace, this self guided itinerary offers every chance to connect with the natural, silent world of the Bulgarian wilderness where steep canyons and thick forests lead to lakes and waterfalls right in the heart of the resplendent Rhodope ...Read more >

A five day, self-guided snowshoeing vacation in Chamonix Valley, based in the traditional mountain spa town of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, which has many snowshoeing routes on its doorstep. With three full days of winter walking, some of the most terrific snowshoeing routes include Vallorcine Valley, the summit of Mont d’Arbois (1,833m), Plateau du Truc and a balcony trail facing Mont Blanc. With some cable car and bus transfers to start you on your way, this self-guided vacation is a world away from downhill skiing and packed pistes. Also accessible by rail.  Please note: as winter conditions can vary from day to day on snowshoeing vacations, the suggested itineraries may be adjusted ...Read more >

Scotland's best-known long-distance walking trail becomes more accessible on this carefully designed self-guided vacation. By combining manageable stages with a handful of helpful transfers, you can experience the finest sections of the West Highland Way without having to tackle every kilometre of the route. Beginning near Glasgow, the trail leads to Loch Lomond, ancient woodland, remote glens and the dramatic landscapes of Rannoch Moor and Glencoe. Highlights include Conic Hill, a ferry across the loch, the Devil's Staircase and the final approach to Fort William beneath Ben Nevis. The scenery changes constantly, from lochside paths and forest tracks to broad mountain valleys. There is ...Read more >

Experience the classic twelve-day, anti-clockwise Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) circuit in comfort, starting and ending in Chamonix. Passing through three countries and visiting numerous peaks and valleys, this route offers spectacular vistas from start to finish whilst skirting around Mont Blanc. Highlights along the way include crossing Col de la Seigne from France into Italy, the tour’s highest point at Fenętre d’Arpette (2,665m), followed by a descent alongside the Trient Glacier. Accommodation is in small, comfortable mountain hotels. Please note: If you prefer to spend most nights in traditional TMB mountain huts, take a look at our other Tour du Mont Blanc Circuit itinerary. Read more >

Mont Blanc is one of the highest mountains in Europe (4,807m) and generous in its greatness, reaching into France, Italy and Switzerland. The Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB), which circumnavigates the massif, is also one of Europe’s greatest long-distance trails. This Tour du Mont Blanc Highlights route takes you in an anti-clockwise direction, starting in Les Houches and finishing in Chamonix. You also use shortcut transfers in some spots so you can see as much of the trail as possible, over eight days. Stay in a mix of budget mountain accommodation, from local lodges to mountain huts, as well as hotels, with luggage transfers between each, when possible. Read more >