Gentle Walking Holidays

This part of romantic Morocco is the ideal place for trekking the Atlas Mountains. Hidden deep in the High Atlas Mountains are the crumbling remains of the great fortress-palace of Telouet, which we visit before reaching the picturesque Tijhza Valley.

After a truly…

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Andalucia, Spain's largest province, is only a few miles from Morocco and harbours many characteristics from its Moorish history. Rolling plains planted with sunflowers, olives and wheat stretch to the distant mountains and beyond the southern sierras, while long fertile valleys…

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In the centre of the mountainous province of Alicante lies the Sierra de Aitana, the most dramatic massif on the Spanish Mediterranean. Although close to the Costa Blanca, this area has remained a secret from all but a few discerning visitors. The stunning rocky peaks and steep…

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Spain's third highest mountain range after the Pyrenees and Sierra Nevada, the Picos de Europa is a spectacular region of limestone peaks, ridges and deep valleys.

A varied landscape of dramatic rocky terrain and lush lower valleys with meadows covered with beautiful…

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The mostly flat plains of Cuba's landscape are divided by three distinct mountain ranges. To the west, we walk through tobacco fields, pass by rustic farmlands and explore underground caves in lush Vinales Valley, a mountainous area full of incredible limestone karsts.

On…

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On the northern edge of Italy's most impressive mountain range, just north of the famous town of Cortina d'Ampezzo, lies the charming village of Villabassa. Situated in the Alta Pusteria Valley, a beautiful and authentic South Tyrolean region, this is the perfect base to access…

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The Sierra Nevada is a dramatically rich Natural Park, which towers over southern Spain as the second highest mountain range in Europe. With fertile valleys of chestnut forests and high moorlands covered in lavender and broom, we are rewarded with some of the finest walking…

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Turkey's Turquoise Coast offers an alluring combination of beautiful scenery and ancient sites all readily accessible with some fine coastal and inland walking on the many trails in the area, including sections of the famed Lycian Way.

Highlights include the ruined…

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When looking to know more of European art and society, there is no better place to start than Tuscany, thanks to its fine Renaissance cities, beautiful rolling countryside and outstanding Chianti wine.

The landscape of southern Tuscany fulfils all expectations, with…

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Peru has been home to many civilisations, most notably the Incas, whose ancient cities and fortresses are still being discovered across this fascinating region.

Our three-part itinerary includes the Inca Trail trekking, which takes in beautiful mountain and jungle scenery…

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The Amalfi Coast is one of the most dramatic and beautiful coastlines in Europe. Mountains rise steeply out of the Mediterranean far below and picturesque towns nestle neatly in isolated coves.

While walking the Amalfi Coast we follow mule tracks and old paths through…

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The most famous trek in the Americas, this Inca Trail tour offers a unique and unrivalled combination of history and spectacular scenery. Winding its way from the powerful Urubamba River, across mountain passes and through cloud forests, the ancient Inca road passes several…

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The circuit of Mont Blanc is one of the finest walking routes in the Alps.

It is in reality a series of paths linking the seven valleys that surround the highest mountain in Western Europe. To complete the whole circuit normally takes a fortnight, but for those with…

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Part of France but distinctly different, influenced by Italy but not Italian, the Corsicans have a language, culture, cuisine and way of life all of their own.

This holiday is based in Bocognano (650m), a village in the midst of magnificent scenery. It is served by…

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Visit Bhutan with its unique cultural heritage, a country where only a lucky few get to explore its incredible trekking routes. Our journey gives us an insight into Bhutanese life by visiting the towns with their splendid dzongs (monasteries/forts) and trekking along a classic…

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On this full-circuit itinerary we base ourselves in four of the best walking areas in Iceland, each a demonstration of its unique landscape.

We start in Skaftafell National Park, where glacial tongues from the huge Vatnajokull Icecap reach almost to the sea. Then there…

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Often referred to as the 'land of silence', Sardinia is a place of outstanding natural beauty, with crystal-clear rivers, limestone ridges and deep gorges. As well as stunning beaches, the Dorgali area attracts archaeologists from all over the world because of its historic…

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Isabela, the largest island in the Galapagos, is the only place in the entire archipelago where extended trekking is possible, and we are one of the very few operators allowed to hike there.

A unique environment, it is one of the last remaining habitats of the giant…

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Combining game tracking in private reserves, hiking in the mountains and game drives in national parks, this walking safari reveals the immense variety on offer in South Africa's Eastern lands.

We spend several days hiking through the dramatic scenery of the Drakensberg…

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Walk through the wild and varied scenery of Madeira, from gentle strolls along levadas to more demanding forays amongst the jagged ridges and peaks of the rugged volcanic interior. We discover one of the most beautiful views of Madeira on our walk from Machico to Porto da…

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The delightful island of Evia is a real hidden treasure, with old stone paths connecting quaint villages tucked away on the slopes of the mountains.

This walkers' paradise is little known outside of Greece and offers unique history and culture, an authentic atmosphere…

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With its majestic peaks, vast desert, beautiful waters and a mystical past, the Sinai is the perfect wilderness to be discovered on foot.

With the help of our friendly local Bedouin guides we trek through this vast and empty wilderness, taking in beautiful sights and…

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Our trek starts from the bustling oasis town of Douz, a desert gateway near the great salt lake of Chott el Jerid. We soon pass beyond the furthest point reached by day-trippers, entering a landscape of peaceful dunes glowing gold in the evening light.

For five nights…

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North Cyprus remains a hidden gem of the Mediterranean, far less visited and less well known since separation in 1974. With an abundance of archaeological remains from the many civilisations that have inhabited the island over the centuries, it is considered by many to be…

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In the shadow of Everest lies the traditional homeland of the Sherpas, the renowned mountain people who migrated south from the Tibetan plateau.

We explore the region using colourful village inns, maximising our contact with the Sherpa people. Following trails used…

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South India offers an astonishing diversity of scenery, architecture and culture. This is a fascinating journey through India's tropical south, on foot and by boat.

We visit the old Raj town of Munnar sitting below the towering rock face of Anamudi (2695m), Kerala's…

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Mass tourism is not the true face of Mallorca, and away from the busy resorts we find a tranquil and timeless landscape dotted with mediaeval villages and stunning scenery. It is an excellent off-season walking destination, with mild winters and springs, and a daily average…

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Combining superb treks with Nepal's premier wildlife habitat, this trip offers a huge variety of scenery, flora, fauna and culture. The colourful villages, rich forests and rushing mountain streams of the Annapurnas offer an interesting contrast to the higher starker Everest…

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Chile offers a fantastic range of environments for trekkers, from the arid Atacama Desert in the north to the glacial landscape of the Torres del Paine National Park in the south.

Through a series of daywalks we cover them all, walking on volcanic slopes, through ancient…

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The Rodopi are the most extensive mountain range in Bulgaria. A hauntingly beautiful and mysterious region, according to legend this was the home of Orpheus.

The way of life seems to have changed little over the last few hundred years, with local people working the…

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Set your camera to 'scenery' as you enter fjord Norway, heading deep into the heart of the country where no ungainly cruise ships can access.

This is a landscape born from violence; yet the artistry of nature leaves a world etched with beauty, carved by centuries of…

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From the granite domes and waterfalls of Yosemite National Park to the multi-coloured stone spires of Bryce Canyon, the striking landscapes of the American West will take your breath away.

Etched by millions of years of erosion, sprawling deserts, deep-red canyons and…

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With a coastline of 1778km and 1185 offshore islands in the Adriatic, Croatia has some of the most beautiful beaches and scenery in the Mediterranean.

Arriving in Dubrovnik will give a relaxing, cultural feel to the beginning of our itinerary, allowing us to explore…

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The Everest region has been a magnet for trekkers for decades, but physically getting there has traditionally been a long and tiring journey.

However, by staying at lodges with facilities that offer greater comfort than most we can walk among the world's highest mountains…

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This extremely varied trip offers everything from fascinating ancient Kathmandu to rafting the Seti River and game-watching in Chitwan. However the highlight is a short trek, with sherpas and porters, visiting some of the most interesting villages in the Annapurna foothills,…

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This adventure through the northeastern USA lets you hike in the footsteps of history, exploring the twists, turns, valleys and peaks of America's oldest and most popular footpath, the Appalachian Trail. Explore the many mountain ranges of New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine and Massachusetts…