Walking Holidays
Autumnal hiking in the Pyrenees
The months of October and November are ideal for hiking in the French Pyrenees – providing a chance to enjoy the explosion of colour before everything gets covered in a thick blanket of snow in December.
Ramblers Countrywide Holidays 'best of British' guided tours
Britain's leading guided walks specialist, Ramblers Countrywide Holidays, has just launched its exciting new range of tours for 2013. All of these holidays include the services of a dedicated tour leader.
Where to do late-autumn walking in Europe
Autumn may have tightened its grip here in Britain but, on the continent, other European countries are determinedly hanging onto their warm climes.
Relax, rejuventate, return to Switzerland
Whether you're a regular or a first-timer in Switzerland, a visit to the Swiss Alps is the relaxing way to enjoy winter - at as gentle a pace as you please.
New walking tours in Sydney's national parks
Sydney's stunning walking trails can be experienced for the first time on new guided walking tours designed to showcase the natural beauty of Australia's largest city.
A very Moorish rail journey from Marrakech to Madrid
Guided walks specialist operator, Ramblers Worldwide Holidays, is offering a fascinating twelve night rail journey from Marrakech to Madrid called 'The Moorish Trail'.
Lares Inca Trail in Peru
Walks Worldwide has a new trip to Peru for 2012/13 called Lares Inca Trail. The guided group trip takes place on quiet Inca trails that do not require a permit.
Walking in South West Ireland’s superb scenery
Discover beautiful countryside and fabulous views as well as iconic landmarks and natural wonders on a - new for 2013 - guided walking holiday of South West Ireland courtesy of HF Holidays, UK walking holiday organisation.
Autumn Nordic walking weekends in the unspoilt Western Algarve
The charming Quinta das Barrades plays host to a unique new series of weekend breaks catering to the popular fitness activity of Nordic Walking.
Intrepid adds Whitsundays, Kokoda Track to 2013 Australia & NZ programme
Intrepid Travel has added sailing in the Whitsunday Islands and trekking the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea to its Australia & New Zealand programme for 2013.
Hiking and luxury in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco
Kasbah Angour, a luxurious hotel built in the style of a Berber castle, now offers full or half-day guided walks from its stunning location in the Atlas Mountains, and a two-day option to hike to the summit of Mount Toubkal, the highest mountain in North Africa at 4167m.
Huangshan - China's mystical mountain
If you have ever seen a classical Chinese painting, it is likely that you have seen a depiction of Mount Huangshan. Made famous by the many poets and painters who favored it above all other mountains, Huangshan is a mystical experience even today.
Be inspired by life on a walking holiday this summer
On the first week of the summer holidays, and with plenty of last-minute bargains still to be snapped up as travel firms compete for bookings, leading walking boots manufacturer Hi-Tec recommends Europe’s top five destinations for a family walking holiday.
Hit the heights in Ischgl this summer
Whether you’re looking to escape the Olympic frenzy at home and the unpredictable British weather this summer or simply hankering after a reviving and refreshing holiday, you should head for the mountains of Ischgl and its neighbours of Kappl, See and Galtür in the beautiful Paznaun Valley of Tirol, Austria.
Steam off to walk in the footsteps of Romans
Discover what life would have been like for a Roman infantry soldier manning one of the most isolated forts in Britain by taking advantage of an atmospheric excursion organised by Cumbria’s Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway.