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Walking holidays in Europe

From a gentle stroll along the wild, windswept beaches of Portugal's Algarve to summiting Europe's highest volcano in Italy, our walking holidays to Europe will take you far beyond well-trodden paths and lead you through a variety of spectacular scenery and terrains.

 

Small group walking tours in Europe

Explore Europe on foot with our wide selection of small group walking tours. Join our knowledgeable local guides to uncover all of the must-see sites as well as some of the hidden gems of Europe's best walking trails. Climb active volcanoes in Italy, enjoy far-reaching cliff-top views in the Canary Islands, be transported to otherworldly lunar landscapes in the Azores, or immerse yourself in the cultural heart of Greece on an island-hopping walking trip from Athens.

For something a bit out of the ordinary, take a look at our walking holidays in Eastern Europe. Trek through the lush alpine meadows and craggy passes of Albania's Valbona National Park, discover ancient trails and glistening turquoise waters along Turkey's Lycian Way or hike to the foot of Georgia's highest mountain to find the icy tongue of the Shkhara Glacier. Alternatively, head to the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania to walk along the windswept sand dunes of the Curonian Spit, uncover imposing medieval fortresses and traverse boggy wetlands in these uncharted lands.

Our most popular walking trips in Europe

Italy Walking and Trekking Trip code NAW
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8 Days From NZ$2570 without flights
Albania Walking and Trekking Trip code ALW
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8 Days From NZ$2530 without flights
Greece Discovery Trip code GW
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14 Days From NZ$3990 without flights
Madeira, Portugal Walking and Trekking Trip code TM
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8 Days From NZ$1740 without flights
Portugal Walking and Trekking Trip code POR
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8 Days From NZ$1690 without flights
North Cyprus Walking and Trekking Trip code LNC
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Top walking destinations in Europe

Italy
Explore ancient trails along the rolling hills of Tuscany and stop for lunch in the medieval town of San Gimignano before sampling delicious local white wine. Go beyond the glitzy facade of trendy boutiques and lose yourself in the maze of white-washed cobbled streets and vibrant bougainvillaea in Capris on the Amalfi Coast, or hike up Europe's highest volcano, Mount Etna, on the island of Sicily.

Spain
Trek through ever-changing landscapes of rocky mountains, verdant valleys, ancient farmland and evergreen forests on a spiritual pilgrimage from Leon to Santiago along the Camino Frances. Or head into the rolling hills of Andalucia to discover age-old trails, shaded olive groves and quaint white-washed villages. The volcanic Canary Islands of Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Gomera are gilded with golden-sand beaches, aquamarine oceans and colourful flora for spectacular walking vistas. And the unspoilt mountain trails of Picos de Europa National Park will take you through wild and sweeping valleys far beyond the beaten track.

Portugal and Azores
From winding trails lined with pretty white-washed villages to the wild coastline of the west coast, a walking tour in the Portuguese region of the Algarve offers plenty of fascinating locations to discover. A walking trip to the Azores islands will take you on a trek through eerie lunar landscapes, lush vegetation and quaint fishing villages, while a walking holiday to Madeira will reveal verdant pathways along the island's extensive network of Levada irrigation channels and lagoons.

Greece
Wander through shaded olive groves, uncover ancient monasteries and ascend to the highest summit of Mount Pantokrator on a walking holiday on the scenic Greek island of Corfu. From the magnificent Samaria Gorge, to the peak of Mount Gingilos Crete boasts a treasure trove of walking trails and many more that have yet to be discovered. 

Frequently-asked questions about our Walking tours in Europe

What types of walking holidays do you offer in Europe?
We offer three different types of small group walking tours in Europe. The first type of walking trip covers a selection of the best walks or trails in a particular region of Europe; using motorised transport, we travel to different walking locations each day and stay in different places each night. Our point-to-point European hikes take on a more traditional trek or pilgrimage style where you'll walk from one overnight stop to the next. And on our European centre-based walking holidays you'll stay in the same hotel for the duration of the trip and travel to explore different locations by foot each day. 

How challenging are your walking tours in Europe?​
Our walking holidays to Europe vary in difficulty from Easy through to Challenging. We've graded each trip accordingly to help you to choose the best trip for your experience and ability, whether you're an occasional walker or a seasoned hiker. Take a look at our Eastern Algarve Portugal trip or Taste of Italy tour for a gentle introduction to our walking holidays. Or, for more of a challenge, join our Tour du Mont Blanc that takes you on a hike through several countries in the European Alps.

Are your European walking tours suitable for solo travellers?​
Absolutely! All of our small group walking tours to Europe are ideal for those of you who are travelling solo. In fact, almost half of those joining our walking holidays do so alone, so you'll be joining lots of like-minded adventurers on our walking trips. Your local tour guide will also be on hand to support you and make sure you enjoy the journey. Read more about our walking holidays for solo travellers

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