Locally run walking vacations
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Sweden hiking vacation, self guided
Self-guided hiking through Stockholm's picturesque countryside
From SKr10,170 8 days ex flights
Small group travel
Pisa to Lucca walking vacation in Italy
Self guided walking between Italian cities Pisa and Lucca.
From 480 to 700 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Kangaroo Island walking vacation, South Australia
Disover the breathtaking diversity of Kangaroo Island
From AU $2,295 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 28 Aug, 3 Sep, 4 Oct, 13 Oct
Andalucia self guided walking vacation, Spain
Moderate walking in foothills of Olive and Almond groves
From £350 7 days per accommodation
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Early Bird special offer of 10% discount for the new walking season September 2017 to May 2018.
Self guided walking vacation in France
Idyllic walking in France with great food, wine and ambiance
From 997 to 1,057 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 3 Sep
2018: 29 Apr, 13 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep
2018: 29 Apr, 13 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep
The last remaining six-night holidays in 2017 begin September 3 (four places only).
No single supplement for first solo guest in week beginning September 3, 2017 and also in 2018.
2017 Prices apply to 2018 Holidays booked during 2017
Catalonia self guided walking vacations, Spain
Self-guided walking holidays in Catalonia
From 715 to 799 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Available all year round on any day to suit and can be tailor-made and adapted to your requirements
Heaphy Track hiking trip in New Zealand
Guided walk on a New Zealand 'Great Walk'
From NZ $1,749 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Unlike most of the other Great Walks in New Zealand, the Heaphy can be walked 12 months of the year, with every season having something special to offer
Mercantour family hiking vacation, France
Family walking tour with a donkey in Southern French Alps
From 545 to 645 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip departs from mid-May to end-September; best time to go is springtime for the flora
Walking vacation in Andalucia, Spain
Walking and activities in Granada with author Chris Stewart.
From 850 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 4 Nov
Carpathian Mountains snowshoeing vacation, Romania
Taste a bit of Transylvanian winter magic on snowshoes!
From 765 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 16 Dec
2018: 13 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar
2018: 13 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar
Beijing Great Wall hiking tour, 7 days
Hiking adventure along the Great Wall
From US $892 to US $1,816 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Cyclades hiking vacation, Greece
Walk ancient paths and enjoy stunning Cycladic sceneries
From £592 to £640 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct
2018: 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May
2018: 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May
100 euro off, 16 Sep & 14 Oct
Annapurna South and Dhaulagiri trekking holiday
Majestic view of Dhaulagiri from base to summit.
From US $1,350 to US $1,750 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec, 22 Dec
Bergamo circular walking tour in Italy
Begamo; start hiking at about 5 km distance from the airport
From 600 to 830 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Andalucian mountains self-guided walking vacation, Spain
Self-guided and guided walking in Spanish Lake District
From 285 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade throughout the year to suit your requirements
Catalonia centre based walking holiday, Spain
Self guided walking holiday in Catalonia
From 925 to 1,070 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade anytime between 1st January - 12th December and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Mountain peaks hiking vacation in Norway
Walking tour through peaks in Valdres & Jotunheimen, Norway
From NKr6,600 5 days ex flights
Small group travel
Naxos and the small Cyclades walking vacation, Greece
Walk and discover Naxos and the unspoilt Small Cyclades
From £592 to £914 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 2 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct
2018: 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 2 Jun
2018: 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 2 Jun
100 euro off, 16 Sep & 14 Oct
Lycian way walking holiday
Spectacular views, history and rural life on the Lycian Way
From £460 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made between March- May and September- November
16-20 October: walking holiday on the spectacular Lycian Way in south-west Turkey. Mountains, sea, forests, culture and history
Kefalonia, Lefkada & Ithaki hiking vacation
Walk with us and explore the lush, green Ionian islands
From £622 to £998 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct
2018: 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun
2018: 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun
10% off if you join us on 2 Sep or 30 Sep
Cobb Valley trekking holiday in New Zealand
Hike in the wilderness without heavy backpacks
From NZ $625 to NZ $1,300 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Regular departures throughout the summer
South of France walking and yoga short break
A rejuvenating yoga retreat in the south of France
From 560 to 850 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct
Trekking in Yunnan, Dali to Lijiang (shell)
from Dali to Lijiang with off the beaten track trip
From US $1,600 to US $2,286 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Silk Road hiking tour
Lanzhou, Jiayu Guan, Zhangye, Qilian, Xining
From US $947 to US $1,271 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Portugal guided hiking vacation
hiking vacations in the Paneda-Geres National Park
From £660 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 10 Sep, 11 Sep, 12 Sep, 13 Sep, 14 Sep, 15 Sep, 16 Sep, 17 Sep, 18 Sep, 19 Sep, 20 Sep, 21 Sep, 22 Sep, 23 Sep, 24 Sep, 25 Sep, 26 Sep, 27 Sep, 28 Sep, 29 Sep, 30 Sep, 1 Oct, 2 Oct, 3 Oct, 4 Oct, 5 Oct, 6 Oct, 7 Oct, 8 Oct, 9 Oct, 10 Oct, 11 Oct, 12 Oct, 13 Oct, 14 Oct, 15 Oct, 16 Oct, 17 Oct, 18 Oct, 19 Oct, 20 Oct, 21 Oct, 22 Oct, 23 Oct, 24 Oct, 25 Oct, 26 Oct, 27 Oct, 28 Oct, 29 Oct, 30 Oct, 31 Oct, 1 Nov, 2 Nov, 3 Nov ...
Book now for a 10% discount for holidays in October and November book before the 30th August.
Badain Jaran Desert trekking tour, China
Trek in Inner Mongolia desert and the China Silk Road
From US $5,577 18 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 10 Oct
Aegean to the Ionian sea walking vacation Greece
North Greece Adventure: Olympus, Meteors, Vikos Gorge &Corfu
From 1,380 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 26 Aug, 4 Sep, 20 Sep, 5 Oct
2018: 7 May, 15 Jun
2018: 7 May, 15 Jun
Cyprus hiking vacation, Besparmak trail highlights
Self-guided walking while enjoying rich flora & views
From 515 to 535 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
The Great Stones Way Trekking Holiday, England
52 miles long and is one of the newest UK walking trails
From £560 to £833 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Walking vacation in Yorkshire, England
Guided 12th Century hike from York direct to Fountains Abbey
From £375 4 days ex flights
Small group travel
From
NZ $1,749
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the track was coming down from the tussock highlands along the Heaphy River, emerging out of the forest and seeing the beaches of The Tasman Sea. (more)Allan Justus
A great experience particularly with the tour operator passing on so much information about the geography, flora, fauna and history. (more)Peter Ladd
Seeing the rare Blue Duck close up in it's natural environment was very special. I also loved being in the company of people from around the World who were passionate about the environment. (more)Wendy Grace
From
545
excluding flights
Awesome, it has raised the bar for next year! (more)Tony Johnson
The whole thing was memorable! Our 6 year old and 4 year old leading "Leonidas" our donkey through the French Alps, sleeping in a beautiful yurt in an Alpine meadow, and feeling like we'd done something completely different to the typical "bucket and spade" type of vacation. (more)Alison Godfrey
The mountains, flora and fauna in an exceptionally beautiful and unspoilt part of the world, within and on the periphery of the Mercantour National Park in the French maritime Alps were most memorable. (more)Nick Lampert
From
SKr10,170
excluding flights
Traveling through the Archipelago was one of the most memorable parts of the vacation. (more)Felicity Bond
There were endless memorable moments: tramping along the Soderlandsleden very well-waymarked trail, through the woods; exploring the islands at Stendorren and Savo; seeing creatures we hadn't see before, such as a slow worm, an otter, a white-tailed sea eagle... (more)Bronwen Davies
We were impressed with the beauty of Sweden and how easy it was to travel around. (more)Sharon Reardon
From
480
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Experiencing rural Tuscany, in particular Buti and Calci.
Tips?
Some parts of the walk are quite steep, be prepared for some scrambling!
Local benefits?
Yes.
Overall rating?
Highly enjoyable. (more)Carol Quinn
From
997
excluding flights
Truly great value and the fact that most of the guests had been before and one set I think 12 times makes its own point. (more)David Edmonds
The beautiful countryside, great food, wine and company. Our hosts Carolyn and Peter were great fun, interesting conversationalists and they run a lovely home. I walked my legs off and swam in the pool every day. (more)Mairead Ryan
The most memorable part was the hospitality of the hosts. (more)Elaine Overnell
From
715
excluding flights
Excellent...The notes on where to go are really good and we did not get lost at all.
(more)Sarah Pajwani
All the hiking was excellent and a variety of experiences. It was also exciting for the kids to interact with cows and other wildlife. (more)Mark Schaub
Overall, a great vacation. The walking was doable...sometimes a bit challenging for us pensioners...but we did it...and the views were often incredible...always lovely. Our dinners were the same, sometimes incredible, always lovely. Get restaurant suggestions from Maria if you are a foodie. (more)Darlena Brightwell
From
£350
per accommodation
The wildflowers and the views were especially memorable. (more)Angela Nichols
The wild spring time flowers were absolutely amazing. Beautiful vibrant colours everywhere we walked. Local scenery was spectacular, with great (and somewhat challenging) walks. (more)Ken Ellis
The highlight was walking the mountainside amongst the wildflowers watching the varied bird life. We saw a different bird species every day. These included lesser Kestral, Sardinian and sub alpine warbler, black, black eared and common wheatear among others. (more)Kathleen Revell
From
£622
excluding flights
From
£592
excluding flights
There were many memorable moments. The variety of walks and the stark differences of the three Islands. The abundance of Spring flowers and herbs along the trails - beautiful! The thrill of reaching the top of Mt Zeus, and the many delicious meals shared in small village Tavernas. (more)Joy Field
The highlight was the views from the top of Mount Zas on Naxos and the tranquillity of Iraklia. (more)Jamie Johnson
This was the best organised walking vacation we've been
on and that was totally down to the Guide - nothing was too much trouble and she went out of her way to help us. (more)Joanne Davidson
From
£460
excluding flights
Best bit: The whole time in Turkey (more)Robert Linsky
The vacation was excellent, I would even consider going on the same one again. (more)Niamh McGarry
As a first-time tour attendee, I was unsure about walking as part of a group, but I found that the whole experience totally enjoyable. The group was cohesive and fun and we learned so much about Turkey and the region. I would definitely recommend to anyone who enjoys walking in beautiful coastal countryside. (more)Gina Goble
From
285
excluding flights
The walking was excellent with a good selection of routes some easy and some a bit harder. Excellent very quiet and peaceful. The service and food at the property was very good. (more)John Penn
Amazing walks in the Natural Park, and the friendly welcome from Ilaria and Derek. The Barranco de Osa walk was spectacular. We went in March and it was perfect for walking. (more)Carole Paish
Brilliant. A wonderful place to get away to. Marvellous scenery, good walking country, a nice place to stay, welcoming hosts, good food, etc.. (more)Rebecca Torry
From
600
excluding flights
We have been on many walks throughout the world, however this is only our second self guided walk, but we thought it was particularly special. When you look at a map you realise that you are not that far from the plains of Bergamo and Milan, but from day 1 you step into a different world of peaceful landscapes, beautiful local villages (more)Alan Peggie
It was a fantastic vacation. I found the walks breath taking and deeply rewarding in terms of the amazing scenery and routes.
(more)Lara Clifton
Walking was fabulous and the appetite for good local fare was a perfect, beer in hand, table spread for an evening meal to end our day...we were very well guided. (more)Hazell Penn
From
£592
excluding flights
The most memorable was climbing the peak to San Simeon on Sifnos. (more)Caroline Shuffrey
This vacation fulfilled my expectations in providing amazing walks off the beaten track and the opportunity to see rural places not visited by most tourists. (more)Hannah Wilson
Our guide was able to speak to everyone and we were welcomed and given fruit, honey, drinks, desserts, and wine. Our a accommodation owner gave us a tour of his orange farm and marmalade. The island, villages, and ocean were beautiful.
(more)Sandra Stanton
From
850
excluding flights
The most memorable part is very hard to choose: the kind welcome, the beautiful countryside and riot of almond blossom, the delicious food, the charming and relaxed interior decor, all the laughs we had...Great! I loved the place... (more)Susanne Warren
Walking among the Almond Blossom was the most memorable part of the vacation. (more)Liz Ashcroft
From
765
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Beautiful views and guide
Tips?
Long transfer
Local benefits?
Yes
Overall rating?
Very good (more)James Masterson
From
£1,450
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
There are so many very special moments, but we feel that this vacation enabled us to become involved with local people and their culture that we couldn't have achieved independently. We also enjoyed the combination of nature, wildlife and city attractions.
Tips?
This tour offered so much more in reality than can be described in a brochure.
Local benefits?
Certainly we interacted and used local people as much as possible.
Overall rating?
Excellent, all... (more)Amanda Eley
From
560
excluding flights
From
AU $1,300
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
I took the 5 day West Coast tour with Aran and it was simply amazing! I don'the
usually go on organised tours - I usually prefer to be independent and do it in my
own - but since Tasmania has so much to offer I thought it might be a good idea to go with someone who knows the area well and make every most of my short time there!
Aran was an absolutely formidable guide from start to finish. Even before the tour started he was flexible with dates and sent me all the information... (more)Alexandra Grellet
From
AU $1,300
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The most exciting part was wild camping at Trial Harbour.
Tips?
The tour guide is very accommodating to the traveler's needs and interests, so I would suggest building up a dialogue with him about the vacation plans.
Local benefits?
Definitely ....the tour guide was genuinely sympathetic to the environment and took care to reduce environmental impact and also educate the traveler about the local wild life and environment.
Overall rating?
The vacation... (more)Kathy Layton
From
545
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
A truly special experience in a little corner of the Mercantour where time seems to have stood still. We went with the flow of life at the pace of an ambling
donkey. Every detail of the trip was well thought out, and the route guidance booklet (which we carried with us all the time) was spot on. The range of
different landscapes we walked through surprised and delighted us. The effectiveness of the route marking was also great. The vacation providers team was hugely... (more)Carolyne Mason
From
1,195
excluding flights
The most memorable moment was the beauty of the landscape, the freshness of the air, delicious food and invigorating walks. I could go on..... It was wonderful. I feel very much refreshed after it and it is heartening to know such places exist. (more)Una Carter
EXCEPTIONAL. Exceeded my expectations on so many levels. From the quality of accommodation and attention to detail with all aspects of the week . (more)Deb Mickle
Breathtaking canyon walks far exceeding my imagination. Not forgetting having the experience of a lifetime as two Lamagayers (bearded cultures
with 3metre wingspan) glided past me just a couple of metres away. Amazing.
(more)Clare Cotton
From
£592
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The evening walk to the fortress at Exomvourgo on Tinos with views of the surrounding villages and the sun setting across the sea. Also the walk to visit the monastery on Andros, meeting the monks and eating lunch prepared by the abbott was very special. The profusion of wild flowers on the old stone paths, the landscape of stone walls and terraces.
Tips?
Go in May- warm enough to swim, not too hot for walking. Feeling of places getting geared up for the summer... (more)Carys Evans
From
395
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Spending a full week in nature with animals, no car, no smart phones, spending real quality time with each other and meeting people.
Tips?
If you want a real break and appreciate nature and animals then this is perfect.
Local benefits?
Yes, without a doubt.
Overall rating?
I can't rate this vacation highly enough. It is one of the best we have had in many years. (more)Lorna Mackie
From
£630
excluding flights
Hiking was amazing, gorgeous scenery and we were well looked after by our guide. (more)Collette Lyons
We loved our 8 day experience and our guide was brilliant...caring, thoughtful, adapted to our needs...made our experience in Kerala
exceedingly pleasurable. (more)Liz Huelin
Most memorable was trekking through tea estates and then climbing to mountain tops to see the vast landscape revived our spirits. (more)Des Jarrett
From
570
excluding flights
The wonderful walks amidst stunning and varying scenery. Montenegro has an abundance of natural beauty, high mountains, alpine walks, lovely coastline. Meeting a shepherd with his flock of sheep & herd of goats with their tinkling bells high up in the mountains one morning. A lovely, smiling man in his timeless pursuit... (more)Rosemary Cunniffe
This vacation has been the most wonderful and amazing experience. Every corner you turn in Montenegro is just beautiful, fairy-tale beautiful. (more)Magdalena B
Do it! These were fabulous walks, with varied landscape and conditions, stunning views. Very few other people: we felt we had the mountains to ourselves. (more)Andrew Thomson
From
1,295
excluding flights
Pulling over to let a tourist single decker bus pass us on a track high up a mountain in the Ordessa National Park was the highlight. Oh and visiting a neighbours house with many of the original features intact. (more)Jenny Abbott
Excellent in every respect. I cannot recommend it highly enough (more)Jennifer Taylor
From
1,195
excluding flights
The most memorable was the scenery, our hosts, the food. (more)Mary Winterborn
This has to be the best walking vacation I've ever had. The walking was incredible. The landscapes were all different and all stunningly beautiful. I will never forget walking in Ordesa, Aρisclo and the Sierra de Guara. (more)Meg Whelan
I have fabulous memories of the best walking vacation I have ever had and hope to return ! (more)Jane Berrisford
From
£592
excluding flights
The highlight was reaching some amazing views by walking and then having a delicious dinner at a small Taverna serving local specialities. This was a lovely vacation and our guide Annie was very well organised and friendly whilst being flexible and relaxed which made the trip very enjoyable. (more)Anne-Marie Mayer
Beautiful views. Very relaxed. Times were respected. (more)Keri K
Excellent...we stayed at a family run guesthouse, ate at local taverns, tried local products, used public transport and walked to get to places. We cleaned up a beach after having a picnic. Our guide in general provided useful information about the local flora and fauna, the culture, economy and environmental issues (more)Xenia Karantani
From
420
excluding flights
The track is one of the most beautiful coastal walks. (more)Cristina Mendes
The most memorable was the beautiful wild flowers, storks nesting on sea stacks and swallows nesting everywhere in the little villages. The people were lovely and all very proud of their country, countryside is beautiful... (more)Ann Denness
It was a heavenly walking experience. A feast for the senses and easy on the feet! (more)Rosemary Cunniffe
From
350
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Dramatic cliff top scenery with rare aromatic plants growing in the sandy soil round the paths. Watching surfers in the beautiful bays and fishermen perched precariously on the cliffs. Unspoiled countryside and forests inland. The fantastic non-light polluted night sky at one of the places we stayed; we saw the milky way and a shooting star. The warmth of the local people. Other walkers we met en route from many different countries. Very good locally produced food.
Tips?
Meals... (more)Denise Anne
