Walking Holidays (Gentle)

Gentle walking holidays, typically at low altitude and with a wildlife or cultural component

Walking Holidays

Our walking holidays, as distinct from our trekking and climbing holidays, consist of easy walking on mostly level terrain that can be managed by any normally fit person, often within the context of a broader cultural or sightseeing tour. These itineraries are unlikely to involve camping, but may involve time spent in comfortable mountain lodges!

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Itineraries

Sangwala Walking Trail

Explore the remote and little-visited Nyika National Park, in the north of Malawi, on this 3-day (43km) scenic walking trail. This is a beautiful region of Malawi notable as much for its dramatic landscapes as its wildlife. Stunning highlands, wildflower meadows and rich montane vegetation define Nyika, and though it is by no means big game safari territory, the wildlife is rich and varied.

Destination

  • Malawi

Experience

  • Walking and Climbing
  • Safari and Wildlife Holidays

Prices from £312 pp

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Ancient Villages & Mountains of Anhui

Journey into Eastern China’s least-developed province, Anhui, to discover ancient Huizhou villages and stunning mountain scenery. This 10-day part-guided tour can be booked as a standalone holiday or as an extension to a broader overview of China’s east coast, with Anhui’s dramatic scenery and slower pace of life providing a welcome antidote to the hustle and bustle of China’s megalopolises.

Destination

  • China

Experience

  • Cultural Holidays
  • Walking and Climbing

Prices from £2145 pp

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Kansai Walking Trails

Explore the history of Classical Japan on this mixed walking and sightseeing tour taking in Koyasan, Yoshino, Kyoto, Nara, and the Kumano Pilgrimage Trails.

Price on application

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The Ancient Tea-Horse Trail

Journey along the legendary tea-horse trail, an ancient trading route connecting West China with Tibet and India, on this 16-day guided tour of Yunnan province. Beginning in Kunming, the capital of Yunnan province, you’ll travel north to the Tibetan Plateau via the ancient settlements of Dali, Shaxi, Lijiang and Zhongdian, visiting remote villages and taking in stunning mountain scenery along the way.

Destination

  • China

Experience

  • Walking and Climbing
  • Cultural Holidays
  • Honeymoons and Weddings

Prices from £4225 pp

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The Japanese Alps

Discover the samurai culture of Matsumoto, the rural folk traditions of Takayama, and the Edo-era heritage of Tsumago on this ten-day journey into the Japanese Alps. This itinerary can be extended to include mountain trekking in Kamikochi.

Destination

  • Japan

Experience

  • Cultural Holidays
  • Honeymoons and Weddings
  • Walking and Climbing

Prices from £2740 pp

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Kerry Highlights

The County of Kerry consists of a series of mountainous peninsulas divided by deep-sea inlets. Here is found the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Ireland’s highest mountain range, centred on the dramatic Carrauntoohil. This itinerary explores the extraordinary scenery of the Dingle Peninsula and the Ring of Kerry. Connecting the coastal peninsulas are a network of ancient routes, many of which form part of the walks that you will enjoy during your holiday.

Destination

  • Ireland

Experience

  • Walking and Climbing
  • Group Travel

Prices from £1990 pp

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The Wild Atlantic Way

One of Europe’s most beautiful coastal routes, the Wild Atlantic Way is a sensational journey of soaring cliffs, hidden beaches, off-shore islands, colourful villages, and stunning coastal bays. Starting in Castlebar and ending in Clifden, this 8-day guided walking tour will see you explore the coast of County Mayo, as well as the islands of Achill, Clare and Inishbofin. You’ll be accompanied along the way by an experienced walking guide and up to 11 travelling companions.

Destination

  • Ireland

Experience

  • Walking and Climbing
  • Group Travel

Prices from £1745 pp

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Annapurna Gurung Trail (Luxury Lodge Trek)

Starting and ending in Kathmandu, this 9-night / 10-day trekking itinerary takes you deep into the Annapurna region of Nepal. It is a low-altitude trek, reaching a maximum altitude of just over 2,000m. A minimum amount of time is spent travelling between each destination, enabling you to make the most of your time in Nepal. You will trek for approx. 5 hours each day, and stay in comfortable, heated lodges throughout.

Destination

  • Nepal

Experience

  • Walking and Climbing

Prices from £1398 pp

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