guided walking holidays

Our guided walking holidays are divided into the following destinations: France, French Alps, Spain, Madeira, Bulgaria & Morocco

You can also search for guided walking holidays by date and grade

We also have tailor-made guided walking holidays with no set departure date

FRANCE

Jura discovery: 15 - 22 May 2010

7 nights - £665, two-centre based, day walks

A Guided walking Holiday in 2 halves exploring lowland gorges, waterfalls and historic villages of Jura's wine region, and the upland meadows, lakes and ridges of the Haut Jura

Les Baronnies: Secret Provence 12 - 19 June 2010

7 nights - £695, two-centre based, day walks

This walking holiday explores a quiet unspoilt region where the Provence meet the Alps at a time when the lavender is in flower. Wonderful perched villages, beautiful landscapes bathed in an amazing light, great climate.

Auvergne: Lakes, volcanoes and historic villages

26 May - 2 June 2010

7 nights -£595, two-centre based, day walks

Discover the contrasting volcanic regions of the northern Auvergne in central France. The Puy de Dome landscape varies from rugged peaks to open moorland and perfect volcanic cones. Dramatic waterfalls, varied lakes and pretty historic villages with fine roman churches all form part of this moderate week's guided walking.

Tarn & Aveyron: Gorges, rivers and historic hilltop towns 11-18 September 2010

7 nights - £495, Single-centre based, day walks

A guided week's walking that explores medieval hilltop towns and the three rivers, the Tarn, Aveyron and Viaur that cut through the landscape giving it a distinctive character of deep rocky gorges, steep wooded valleys and high sunny plateaux.

Exploring the Pays d'Oc

April, May, June, September & October 2010

For groups of 6 - 8

7 nights - £675, Twin-centre based, day walks

A guided walking holiday that explores a variety of landscpes in south west France including medieval hilltop towns, deep rocky gorges, wooded valleys, vine covered slopes and high sunny plateaux.

Beaujolais: Vines and beyond, 1 - 8 May & 16 - 23 October 2010 + alternative dates for groups of 2 or more

7 nights - £595, Multi-centre based, day walks

This moderate guided walking holiday explores not only the famous vineyards but also the little known regions of great beauty that lie beyond. Rolling hills and historic villages are in perfect harmony in this quiet French region where you'll have the paths all to yourself.

Cantal Mountains: the rugged heart of France

18 - 25 September 2010

7 nights - £645 - two-centre based, day walks

This guided holiday explores the Cantal massif in central France which is the extinct remains of a huge volcano. Erosion has since created a series of rugged ridges, rocky peaks and green valleys of stunning beauty. Exciting walking in an untamed lansdcape with rich wildlife.

Ardeche: Walks on the wild side 2 - 9 October 2010

7 nights - £675 - Multi-centre based, day walks

Varied walking which discovers the best of the Ardeche including beautiful villages clinging to terraced slopes in deep valleys and rugged ridges leading to wild plateaux punctuated by volcanic domes.

FRENCH ALPS

Vercors: A jewel in the Alps, 26 June - 3 July 2010

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7 nights - £635, Multi-centre based, day walks

A magical place where gleaming rock faces meet wild and desolate plateaux. Discover amazing natural wonders on a guided walking holiday in this often overlooked corner of the French Alps.

Vanoise National Park: 10 - 17 July 2010

7 nights - £655 - Two-centre based, day walks

A real alpine week in this stunning part of France, with amazing guided walks, which despite their moderate altitude, provide a high mountain feel. An unspoilt wilderness with souring alpine peaks rising majestically above remote valleys.

Queyras: An alpine secret

FULLY BOOKED

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8 nights - Multi-centre based, multi-day trekking

A spectacular undiscovered alpine region of rich contrasts. Deep gorges, alpine meadows, rocky deserts and rugged mountain ridges and peaks. Accessible high cols and summits, and a sunny climate makes this an ideal destination for a challenging guided trekking holiday.

SPAIN

Picos de Europa: Spain's greener side

18 - 25 September 2010

7 nights - £570 - Single-centre based, day walks

The Picos de Europa are a majestic range of limestone mountains in the northern Spain rising abruptly from the Atlantic coast. Your weeks guided walking will explore steep-sided valleys, isolated pretty villages and rugged limestone peaks.

Jalon Valley: Untamed Costa Blanca

All year round for 2 or more

Group holiday: 19 - 26 January 2010

7 nights - £525 - Single-centre based, day walks

The Jalon Valley is a haven for walkers looking to get away from the crowds and experience some of Spain’s finest countryside. In a timeless scene that has little changed for generations, orange groves shelter beneath dramatic rocky mountains offering breath taking views across to the sea. Perfect for winter breaks.

MADEIRA

Majestic Madeira: 21 - 28 February 2010

7 nights - £690 - Three-centre based, day walks

Madeira is a small and luxuriant subtropical island paradise of volcanic origin, 360 miles off the Africa coast. This 7 night guided walking holiday begins in the Madeiran town of Santana on the north coast where the walks allow you to explore both the coast and levadas before crossing the mountains, along the magnificent path from Boca da Corrida. We spend a further day in the centre of the island before moving south to discover this little known but no less beautiful coastline.

BULGARIA

BULGARIA: Rila and Pirin: Bulgaria at its beautiful best

Dates available for individuals and groups

7 nights - £475 - Twin-centre based, day walks

The Rila and Pirin form a beautiful range of alpine style mountains at almost 3000m with hundreds of shimmering lakes. Guided walking on undiscovered trails, a rich fauna and flora and beautiful cultural delights all make for a great weeks holiday experience .

Africa

Morocco: Toubkal High Atlas Adventure

18 - 25 September 2010 + alternative dates for groups

7 nights - £435, Multi-centre based (camping), 6-day trek

A rich and colourful experience summiting Toubkal, the highest peak in the High Atlas. Its stunning summit rises 4,167m above sea level providing exciting and challenging walking, as well as fantastic views.

Morocco: Mgoun Wilderness trek

Dates available for groups of 4 or more (possibility to join other groups)

8 nights - contact us for a quote - Multi-centre based, 5-day trek

Starting in the beautiful valley of Ait Bouguemez, your trekking holiday goes to the summit of M'goun, taking in vast panoramic views of the Central High Atlas. Walking through the Wandras gorges and the high plateaus, this is a trek of amazing contrasts. Less popular with trekkers than Toubkal, and arguably more beautiful, this is a true wilderness experience not to be missed.

Morocco: Sahara Desert trek

Dates available for groups of 4 or more (possibility to join other groups)

9 nights - contact us for a quote - Multi-centre based, 5-day trek

Our guided trekking holiday goes to the huge sand dunes of the L'oued Drâa, an environment which contains memories of the centuries of human endurance needed to cross this link between South and North. Experience the immense solitude of the desert, and see the incredible clarity of the stars and constellations which light up the nights.

Kilimanjaro: The roof of Africa

11 - 19 December 2009 + alternative dates for 2 or more

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8 nights - £945 - Multi-centre based, 7-day trek

Kilimanjaro, the roof of Africa, stands at 5,895 meters (19,340 ft) and rises over 4,000m above the surrounding plains making it the tallest free standing mountain in the world. As a result of its equatorial location, climbing mount Kilimanjaro is, above all, a journey through different climatic and  wildlife zones as you progress from hot savannah and forests to alpine deserts and finally arctic conditions. Our guided walking holiday takes the quieter and picturesque Machame route.

Tailor-made guided walks

A number of our guided walking holidays can be arranged on alternative dates. Please click on the above link to view details concerning only these holidays.

In addition, we would be delighted to arrange tailor-made guided walking holidays to the other locations for existing groups of 4 or more people. Arrangements would need to be made in advance.