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280 European walking holidays found
Amalfi Coast walking holiday, Italy
Walk in lemon groves and hillside villages
From £1,099 to £1,649£1,599 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 31 Aug, 14 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov, 16 Nov, 23 Nov, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2020: 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 29 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct ...
2020: 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 29 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct ...
Late availability on these dates: 27 Jul, 03 Aug, 10 Aug, 31 Aug, 14 Sep, 28 Sep, 05 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct
Spanish course & walking holiday, Picos de Europa, Spain
Walk and talk on this small group language holiday in Picos de Europa National Park
From 659 to 699 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct
Get 20% off one course when you book two before the end of July for any 2019 courses.
Mont Blanc holiday, Tour du Mont Blanc
The best of the Tour du Mont Blanc
From £1,049 to £1,299 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct
2020: 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct
2020: 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 03 Aug, 17 Aug, 31 Aug, 07 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 05 Oct
Canary Islands walking holiday
Visit Teide volcano and walk through the Garajonay Forest
From £1,155 to £1,460 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 9 Nov, 23 Nov, 21 Dec
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Catalonia self guided walking holidays
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
Picos inn to inn walking holiday in Spain
Hike through beautiful mountains staying in rural inns
From £1,275 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
May to October departures
Cyclades walking holidays in Greece
A gently active holiday in the Cyclades
From £1,279 to £1,499 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 13 Oct, 27 Oct
2020: 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 7 Jun, 21 Jun, 6 Sep, 20 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov
2020: 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 7 Jun, 21 Jun, 6 Sep, 20 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 13 Oct
Finland hiking holiday
A hut-to-hut hiking journey along Finland's eastern border
From 1,010 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug
Late availability on 11 Aug and 18 Aug tours. Book by 31 July and get 50 £ off.
Croatia national parks walking holiday
Walking holiday in Croatia's beautiful national parks.
From 840 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 17 Aug
Naxos and the small Cyclades walking holiday, Greece
Walk and discover Naxos and the unspoilt Small Cyclades
From £592 to £914 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct
Cappadocia walking holiday in Turkey
Trek the unique and fairytale landscape of Cappadocia
From £1,049 to £1,169 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 14 Sep, 26 Oct
2020: 18 Apr, 2 May, 23 May, 29 Aug, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct
2020: 18 Apr, 2 May, 23 May, 29 Aug, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 14 Sep
Carpathian Mountains holiday, conservation & culture
Wolves, bears and sightseeing
From £1,249 to £1,379 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 5 Oct
2020: 2 May, 9 May, 30 May, 13 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 25 Jul, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct
2020: 2 May, 9 May, 30 May, 13 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 25 Jul, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 05 Oct
Walking holiday in Turkey, along the Lycian Way
Ancient coastal trail through foothills of Taurus mountains
From £745 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 7 Sep
Las Alpujarras walking holiday, Spain
Guided walking holiday, Andalucia, with writer Chris Stewart
From 1,295 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct
100 off the advertised price for Walking Holidays in the Alpujarra, Andalucia, starting on 21st September and 19th October.
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Dingle Way walking holiday in Ireland
Self guided walk on The Dingle Way
From £980 to £1,270 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be be booked at a time to suit you
Andalucia self guided walking holiday, Spain
Moderate walking in foothills of Olive and Almond groves
From £300 to £350 7 days per accommodation
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Early Bird Bookings for November 2019 to May 2020 with Long Stay Discounts of £5 per night off 8 to 10 nights and £10 per night off 11 to 14 nights. Almeria Airport Transfers for just 40 each way.
Croatian coast walking tours, self guided
A seven-day walking holiday on the Dalmatian coast — islands and Dubrovnik included
From 575 to 725 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at any time from 1st April to 1st November
Guided walking holidays in the French Alps
Guided walking from a historic chalet base
From £715 8 days ex flights
Small group travel
Self guided walking holiday in France
Idyllic walking in France with great food, wine and ambience
From £900 to £980 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Self-guided walking holidays commence most Sunday afternoons from May to September
£300-off per person in weeks commencing 21 July & 4 August.
No single supplement for first solo guest in each week.
See impressive five-star guest reviews on this page.
Mont Blanc walking holiday
A stunning walk through the Alps around Mont Blanc
From £695 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 01 Sep, 08 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep
Corsica walking holiday
Walking in the Corsican mountains
From £1,129 to £1,199 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 15 Sep
2020: 24 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 30 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep
2020: 24 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 30 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 15 Sep
Tuscany walking holiday, Italy
Discover Tuscany hiking from town to town
From 780 to 950 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Canary Islands walking holiday, El Hierro
Walk the quiet island of the Canaries
From £744 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Romania walking holiday, self guided
Experience walking through the heart of Transylvania
From £654 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
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Walking holiday in Las Alpujarras, Spain
Guided walking holiday, Las Alpujarras Valley walk
From 735 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 25 Apr
Cyclades walking holiday, Greece
Walk ancient paths and enjoy stunning Cycladic sceneries
From £592 to £640 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun
Walking holidays in Grazalema, Andalucia, Spain
Flowers, wildlife,Eagles, guided walks,stunning scenery.
From £895 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 30 Sep
2020: 1 Apr
2020: 1 Apr
Sardinia walking holiday, Italy
Superb daywalks amid rich and charming scenery
From £1,229 to £1,499 8 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct
2020: 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct
2020: 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 31 Aug, 07 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 05 Oct
Bergamo circular walking tour in Italy
Begamo; start hiking at about 5 km distance from the airport
From 658 to 829 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
Cyclades sailing & walking holiday in Greece
Combine a sailing & hiking adventure around the Cyclades
From £685 to £759 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct
From
635
excluding flights
We loved the beautiful, quiet, pristine countryside on all our walks, gazing down on Lake Como and on the surrounding mountains (more)Rosemary Cunniffe
Walking over the summit of mount Palonzone and seeing the peregrine falcons circling below us while we ate lunch. Walking along the ridge of Mt San Primo to the top (1686m) with views of the whole of Lake Como and the steep scramble down the other side. Staying at Mount de Volt on the Piano del Tivano - great hosts, fantastic place to stay. (more)Anne Kinderlerer
We loved the scenery and the views of the lake during the walk...It was an interesting experience a lot tougher than we thought but was a great achievement to complete. (more)David Barton
From
£1,049
including UK flights
The hikes and the scenery were amazing. (more)Asma Abu-Taleb
From day 1 the holiday had so many different memorable experiences but not many can compare with the early morning Balloon trip.
(more)Martin Cox
Beautiful scenery, which was amazing to walk in, but almost more spectacular when seen from a hot air balloon. Lovely, like-minded people to travel with; we shared lots of laughs. (more)Vicky Barrett
From
£1,249
including UK flights
Seeing the bears from the hide was memorable, especially Mum bear with her two babies (more)debbie hill
Just being in the wonderful location was memorable - seeing the snow covered mountains of Bucegi on one side and the Piatra Craiului on the other was wonderful. Apart from seeing the bears, the other (unexpected) highlight was the wonderful ride in the horse cart, through the meadows with the sun shining. (more)William Walker
Fabulous, it was our 1st group holiday and would definitely be happy to do similar again. (more)Christine Green
From
510
excluding flights
I cannot compliment the food enough! Each morning a delicious breakfast home made! The picnics provided had a great variety and were scrumptious ! (more)Marie Louise Murray
St Jeannette is a beautiful and friendly village, as were Benoit and Corinne. This has been my best experience in France. (more)Elizabeth (Sibby) Henderson
The most memorable part of the holiday were the people running the accommodation and the supporting crew who organised all the activities and ensured a comfortable stay.
(more)Shalini Menon Venugopal
From
£1,099
including UK flights
The great guide, the path of the gods from Bomerano to Positano and the visits to Ravello, Herculaneum and Pompeii were the most memorable parts of our holiday (more)Carron McDiarmid
An excellent experience. Having never booked or experienced anything like it before I would wholeheartedly recommend it. (more)Jo Halliwell
Amazing. 5 on 5 (more)Deepa Kadam
From
£879
including UK flights
An excellent trip overall. Good walking, comfortable accommodation, good
food. The local guide Gizer was very good. He obviously enjoys his work and
makes every effort to ensure that his group members have the best time
possible. (more)Hazel Dykes
The most memorable part of the holiday were the historical sights. (more)Colin Cheshire
I loved the village setting and the quiet hotel. The night sky was lovely and the walks very enjoyable. (more)Helen Turley
From
659
excluding flights
It's a very enjoyable way to spend a week getting to know the area, lovely guided walks with a wonderful and interesting guide. The school is extremely well organised with fun and interesting teachers.
(more)Mary Kitson
I now feel more confident using the language. Alongside the extremely enjoyable classes I had GREAT fun doing the outdoor activities (canyoning, caving, kayaking etc.). The area is stunning. (more)Mark Kitchenham
The walks in the Picos de Europa were great. There were lots of variation in the scenery and the guide was very good. (more)Johanna Klunder
From
£1,049
including UK flights
From
£1,229
including UK flights
The stunning views at the Valbone pass and the boat trip was the most memorable. (more)Rachel Dixon
Swimming in the Blue Eye and walking over the pass from Theth to Valbona. I loved the holiday, the only down side was that perhaps we tried to pack in too much for the short time we had available. (more)Eleanor Dunn
An excellent introduction to Albania, a country that more should visit, with a very knowledgeable Albanian tour leader (more)Bob Handley
From
565
excluding flights
If you want to improve your Spanish and soak yourself in Spanish culture, this is the ideal place to go. (more)Finola McGrath
The city of Granada with its historic sights and mixed culture, the beauty of the Sierra Nevada national parks, and the quality of the language school (escueala Montalban). (more)Maria Stanojlovic
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1,295
excluding flights
The holiday was excellent, really enjoyed it. Fantastic accommodation, Incredible scenery, Chriss enthusiasm for all things totally infectious I came away a happier person and would do it all again tomorrow! (more)Martin Cooke
It was excellent in every way. Highly to be recommended to nature lovers, especially if curious to learn the history, economy and ecology of the region. (more)Lesley O
Chris Stewart bringing the landscape to life was the most memorable part of the holiday. (more)Anne Murphy
From
£1,869
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
The views and location by far - and with only a few exceptions the friendliness of the people and their willingness to speak English without any hint of frustration by your lack of Italian.
The Hotel Capodimonte in Sorrento deserves a special mention for its first class service across the board but particularly for its restaurant.
Tips?
Do not hesitate if you have the footwear for demanding terrain.
The walking guide is detailed and comprehensive - it is wise to... (more)Christine Higgins
From
£745
excluding flights
The scenery was the highlight. Especially the views from the peaks over 2000 metres. (more)Linda McDonald
Two days walking, one day wine tasting and one day kayaking (1 week) plus add on (3 nights) of two days walking and one day white water
rafting. Walnut Valley walk was our favourite in the first week and white water rafting was our favourite in the add on (more)Malcolm Hill
Fantastic holiday. Amazing place and lovely people! There are some lovely walks, a chance to see and sample the local culture and the incredibly diverse flora and fauna. Plus abundant opportunities to swim! (more)Rosie Smith
From
575
excluding flights
Mljet island was the most memorable part in our trip. The island was such a beauty, and the lakes were really clean and refreshing. The B&B we were in had a private beach which was really unexpected. (more)Humam Mufti
The ability, each day, to combine some great walking with other activities such as swimming, kayaking etc was memorable. (more)Andrew Danford
Our day trip to the island of Lopud was both memorable and exciting. (more)Philip Jeffrey
From
£900
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the holiday was the wonderful hosts and food (more)Ruth Anderson
Peter and Carolynn source as much as they could locally, especially the wine.
(more)Dorothy Penny
Excellent ! Friendly welcoming hosts, good accommodation and great food and drink. The holiday had all the best elements of a home stay with friends. (more)Keith Mahony
From
£715
excluding flights
Probably the best walking holiday I've ever had - spectacular scenery; the perfect combination of hard physical exercise and pampering that you know you've
earned. (more)Alison Sadler
If you are unsure whether this holiday is for you - just do it. The guided walks were a particular highlight.
(more)Lesley Hadfield
I do want to say that our stay in the chalet was absolutely 5 *****. We were cared for beautifully in a warm and friendly ambiance with delicious, generous and creative meals, including wine. There was plenty on offer at the chalet....tv, games, hot tub. Our guide, Bruno, was fantastic. (more)Denise Hellier
From
£695
excluding flights
Getting to hike in the alps in 3 countries and seeing the wonderful landscapes was memorable. (more)Alfredo Ancog
The most memorable and exciting part of the holiday was the incredible views. (more)Jane Hawes
We had some stunning views, every day! Although the days were very different, they did not disappoint. (more)Teuntje Tijssen
From
560
excluding flights
5* (more)Janne Thomsen
I did the hike together with my daughter who is ten years and I think from this travel she could more benefit for her life than from any other materialised
consumerism such as buying stuff
(more)Sarah Dorkenwald
It was fantastic. We loved it (even when it rained). (more)Lucy Chadwick
From
£1,275
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the holiday the challenges of the daily hikes through spectacular and varied topography and scenery (more)Nancy Alexander
It was a great holiday to recharge mental batteries and feel close to nature at its best. (more)Malinka van der Gaauw
We absolutely loved every minute. We considered it a privilege to be allowed to experience the different landscapes and habitats in such a private and personal way. (more)Sharon Downes
From
699
excluding flights
Great. Class time just flew by and the study was actually fun. I was a novice hiker and found the hikes to be challenging, but worth the effort. I really value the friendships I made with others participating in the program. (more)Mark Hindin
Great. We loved it and rated our time in Panes the best part of our month in Spain and Portugal. We even looked at the price of houses in the region! (more)Diane Norman
It's difficult to choose a favourite (part) as all aspects were brilliant. The course was just right with the right amount of challenge, and Ana organised the transfers, accommodation and treks efficiently.
(more)Chandra Kantha
From
875
excluding flights
Standing in front of the cathedral in Santiago was memorable. The trip was a once in a lifetime experience. (more)Roger Forrest
There were many memorable moments. Crossing the Pyrenees on the first day, from St.John pied de port to Roncevalle. Also battling through a bit of a snow storm when going over the mountains from Rabanal del Camino to Molinaseca and passing the famous iron cross en-route... (more)Philip Francis
There were many highlights. The beautiful countryside, lovely little villages, friendly people, and many of the hotels were beyond all expectations. (more)Wendy Williams
From
675
excluding flights
From
SKr10,695
excluding flights
The tour was exceptional. Wonderfully organised. Scenery spectacular. This has been the best of the eleven self guided walks we have done to date. (more)Ruth Pojer
Travelling through the Archipelago was one of the most memorable parts of the holiday. (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
From
£1,129
including UK flights
The most memorable was some of the history lessons and views of the island. (more)Angela Carroll
Meeting the other people in the group was the highlight. Excellent trip. (more)David Crabtree
The walk in which we ascended Mount Kliosi and the Acropolis of Styra - visiting
the 'ancient gate' the cave of ST.Nicholas and the ruins of Castri Armeno -
fantastic views of the coast! (more)Glenn Tobin
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