Our walking holidays in Italy go far beyond the guidebook. With decades of experience and strong local ties, each route is crafted with insider knowledge. Iconic highlights aside, we know it’s the secret spots and stories that stay with you – like staying in the tiny hilltop village of Pancole, where we’re treated to classic Italian hospitality by the Sabatini family.
Yes, all our trips are small group tours, typically with 5 to 16 travellers. Whether you’re joining Tuscany Walks & Chianti Wines with a partner, or tackling Tour du Mont Blanc Hotel Trek solo, our groups are always welcoming. Shared meals, guided walks and spontaneous stories along the way help friendships form naturally.
We offer something for every stride. Trips like Walk the Prosecco Hills & Hidden Venice and Walking in Puglia & Matera are graded Level 2 (Easy & Moderate), with 3 to 6 hour walks on gentle terrain. More active walkers might prefer Walking the Amalfi Coast or Walking in Sardinia, graded Level 3 (Moderate). For an epic alpine adventure, Dolomites Hiking Tours and Tour du Mont Blanc offer Level 5 (Challenging) options. Whichever you choose, you’ll have an expert to lead the way and set the pace.
Absolutely! Solo travellers make up nearly half our travellers. On every trip, you can opt to share a room with someone of the same gender or pay extra for your own. Either way, you’ll be welcomed as a solo traveller. Read more about what’s included on our solo travel holidays page.
Italy’s greatest sights come alive on foot – and often with fewer crowds. Climb the Path of the Gods above Positano, picnic beneath the spires of Tre Cime in the Dolomites, or wander among trulli rooftops in Alberobello. A favourite moment on our Tuscany Walks & Chianti Wines trip? That would be wine tasting at a family-run estate after a gentle hilltop stroll. On Walks & Food of the Italian Riviera, it’s the iconic clifftop trails – and the seafood feasts after.
Always. From wine tasting in Tuscany and cooking classes in Erice, to walking tours with historians in Pompeii, our trips are designed to satisfy curious minds (and hungry ones). You’ll sample strudel in Dolomite refuges and dine under the stars in Puglian masserie. Culture and cuisine are never optional extras!
Our routes span Italy’s full geographic range, from alpine summits to southern olive groves. On Walking the Amalfi Coast, follow the legendary Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). In the north, Walk the Prosecco Hills & Hidden Venice winds through vineyard-clad slopes between Conegliano and Valdobbiadene, before slipping into the artsy corners of Venice. On Classic Dolomites Premium Adventure, hike below the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. And in the south, Walking in Puglia & Matera features trulli-lined walks between Alberobello and Locorotondo, plus a canyon approach to the ancient city of Matera. Each tour mixes well-planned routes with scenic surprises, revealing Italy one trail at a time.
We handpick accommodations that reflect the spirit of each region. You might stay at the 400-year-old Hotel Adler in Villabassa or relax at a riverside hotel on the Prosecco Road. In Tuscany, unwind at Agriturismo Braccicorti, a hillside farmhouse where the food is as good as the views – and that’s saying something! On Walking the Amalfi Coast, you might stay at Santa Caterina, home to Palinuro’s oldest ice cream shop. Comfort and character come standard.
Yes – every walking holiday includes guided walks led by our local experts. They know the secret spots, best bakeries, and historical context that turns a path into a story. Whether you’re tackling switchbacks in the Alps or following shepherd’s trails in Garfagnana, you’re in safe hands. Our guides pace walks according to the group and are as handy with a first aid kit as they are with a wine recommendation.
Generally, spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) offer the best balance of pleasant temperatures and fewer crowds. For alpine regions like the Dolomites, summer brings clear trails and dramatic skies. For southern destinations like Puglia or Amalfi, early spring or late autumn provides sun without the sizzle.
