Enjoy the majestic backdrop of the Gorenjska region on this rewarding walking holiday, as you wind between jagged summits and lush, emerald woodland. Our routes take you past Slovenia’s breathtaking natural landmarks, including Lake Bled, and through traditional landscapes where life has hardly changed for centuries.

This self-guided walking holiday reveals two very different sides to Sicily: the remote-feeling uplands of the Madonie Natural Park, and the vibrant coastal town of Cefalù. Great walking, unspoiled hill-top towns, accommodation of character, and inspirational views of Mount Etna make for a thrilling Sicilian experience.

Experience Puglia’s diverse Gargano Peninsula, featuring picture-perfect coastlines, ancient forests, and historic towns. Highlights include Monte Sant’Angelo, a renowned pilgrim centre, and the UNESCO-listed Foresta Umbra with its majestic trees. Begin in the enchanting town of Vieste and end your adventure at Hotel Residence il Porto overlooking Mattinata Bay.;

Wild and still unspoiled, this is a fragile coast of sweeping dunes and cliff-top paths where precariously perched fishermen still drop lines into the swirling surf below. Every day of this rewarding journey reveals yet another dramatic coastal segment. Every night a unique hotel with excellent food.

On this alluring introduction to Madeira, you discover all that makes the ‘floating garden’ special – including the remarkable levadas (waterways) that stretch across the island and provide the perfect walking companions. This journey also reveals exotic flowering plants, towering sea cliffs, and the capital, Funchal.

Starting in the glorious Soča Valley, and continuing via the dramatic Sava Dolinka Valley to the equally impressive lakes of Bohinj and Bled, this eleven-night adventure reveals the very best of this part of the Alps.

Immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of Ireland’s wild Atlantic coast on this self-guided walking holiday. Scenic hikes are complemented by the chance to experience island life on Inishbofin, to tour historic Kylemore Abbey, and to stay in vibrant Galway.

Maybe you will come for the early warmth of southern Spain. Perhaps for the glistening white villages and their Berber history. Or for the rhythms of traditional Andalucian life. But for many, it is the profound natural beauty of this silver sierra that appeals – its lush interior and calm spaces reached solely on foot.

The Azores, an archipelago 800 miles west of Portugal, are a hidden European gem rich in history and culture. Over two weeks, explore São Jorge, Faial, Pico, and São Miguel on foot, experiencing volcanic landscapes, sampling Pico’s wines, touring botanical gardens, and enjoying a boat trip to see diverse marine life.

Nestled on the northern fringes of Norway’s fjordlands, the beautiful city of Ålesund offers a choice of rewarding trails with truly astonishing views. Outside of these trails, boat trips along the fjords, kayak tours, and museum visits create a varied, exciting, and fulfilling Scandinavian break.

Step into another world as you explore the idyllic, Romansch-speaking Engadine Valley and its timeless villages, some of the most beautiful in all of the Alps. On this marvellous discovery of the lower and upper Engadine – both very different in character – you stay in two of the most picturesque villages, Guarda, and Sils.

Winding your way beside the startlingly clear waters of the River Soča, you have plenty of time to take in its spectacular scenery – of plummeting waterfalls, deep-cut gorges, and densely forested hillsides. This is a journey enriched by welcoming hotels and acclaimed cuisine, as well as by fascinating First World War history.