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Walking & Trekking Holidays

Types of Walking HOLIDAY Adventures

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Glamping on the Inca Trail

Walking & Trekking
9 Days from USD 4350

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Trek the classic Inca Trail, glamping each night to wake each morning refreshed

Walking & Trekking
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Mera Peak Climb

Walking & Trekking
21 Days from USD 4720

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Test yourself against the highest trekking peak in Nepal

Walking & Trekking
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Summits of the Transylvanian Alps

Walking & Trekking
8 Days from USD 1950

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Explore the wild peaks of Romania, enjoying daily treks and summiting several mountains

Walking & Trekking
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Annapurna to Chitwan: Walks & Wildlife

Walking & Trekking
13 Days from USD 4120

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Trek between teahouses in the Annapurna foothills and watch wildlife in Chitwan National Park

Walking & Trekking
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Walking in the Soča and Bohinj Valleys

Walking & Trekking
8 Days from USD 1670

Self-Guided Holidays (Excl. Flights)

Walking in the Soca and Bohinj Valleys

Walking & Trekking

Highlights of El Hierro Walk

Walking & Trekking
8 Days from USD 1640

Self-Guided Holidays (Excl. Flights)

Discover an intriguing island of spectacular escarpments, volcanic ash cones and lava flows

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Walking the Amalfi Coast

Walking & Trekking
8 Days from USD 2100

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Discover the highlights of Europe’s most dramatic coastline on foot with true experts of the region

Walking & Trekking

Walking The Amalfi Coast – Summer Edition

Amalfi, Italy
8 Days from USD 2100

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Experience the summer highlights of Italy's Amalfi coast on foot

Walking & Trekking

Classic Dolomites – Premium Adventure

Walking & Trekking
8 Days from USD 3225

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Superb walking in Italy's most spectacular mountain range

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Our Walking & Trekking Activity Levels

Several factors are considered when grading our different types of walking holiday to help you find the comfort level that best suits you. These include:

Level 1: Leisurely walking trips

Experience is not necessary; anyone fit and healthy enough to complete a weekend walk can manage a Leisurely, Level 1 walking trip. Walks are often optional and trails are seldom flat, so expect a reasonable amount of ascent and descent.

You would normally walk for two to five hours during the day and daily ascents will likely be around 300m to 500m.

Level 3: Moderate walking trips

Moderate Level 3 walking tours are either fairly easy medium-duration walks or harder, shorter walks. No experience is necessary, but good health and reasonable fitness are important. Walking at higher altitudes and occasional longer or harder days may be involved, but general underfoot conditions will be fair.

A walking day during these tours is normally five to seven hours. Daily ascents will likely be around 500m to 800m, perhaps with the odd day ascending around 900m to 1,000m.

Level 5: Challenging walking trips

Fitness is important for walking holidays at this grade, which compares to extended walking in mountainous terrain such as the Lake District or Snowdonia. High altitudes, climate and remoteness are also expected. Previous trekking experience is desirable, but not vital if you are confident of your physical condition.

Walking days are usually between six and eight hours, although they may be longer for passes or peaks. Daily ascents will likely be around 900m to 1,000m, perhaps with the odd day ascending to 1,200m.

Level 7: Tough walking trips

At this level, we recommend previous trekking experience, preferably at altitude. You need complete confidence in your ability to trek for many days over difficult terrain. Extremes of altitude and weather may be encountered. This may involve the use of ice axes and crampons.

Stamina is essential as walking days last six to nine hours – or more on occasional days. Daily ascents will likely be around 900m to 1,000m, perhaps with the odd day ascending to 1,200m.

Level 9: Tough+ walking trips

A Level 9 walking tour includes all the elements of our Level 7 itineraries but adds climbing a glaciated mountain peak. Specialist pieces of equipment like ice axes and crampons will be needed, and you should have experience of using them.

Please check the trip notes carefully to ensure that your experience and equipment meet the demands of a Tough+ trip. When climbing, the peak days can be very long and you may be on your feet for 11 hours or more.

Split and optional grades

To provide a more accurate grading system, we use an intermediate or split grade where a trip falls between two grades. For example, Level 2 would combine Leisurely and Moderate qualities.

Occasionally there are optional ascents available en route. In this case, the optional grade will be highlighted below the dial on each trip page.

You can find more information by reading our activity level guidelines. We also have fitness guides to give you a better idea of how you can train ahead of your trip.

A lovely sunny week in November in North Cyprus. A very enjoyable trip with a week of medieval castles, wonderful sea views and rewarding walks through pine forests and on mountain slopes. Interesting recent history of the island too.

Nick ERRINGTON Walking in North Cyprus

From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized, allowing us to fully enjoy every step of the journey. The tour strikes a perfect balance between enjoyable walks and breathtaking views of stunning destinations like Alberobello, Ostuni, Locorotondo, and Matera.

Daniela Fonseca Walking in Puglia & Matera

I recently completed the Sierra de Aitana trek in Spain with Exodus, and I can confidently say it was an incredible experience. From start to finish, the entire week was filled with breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and a real sense of adventure. The trek itself was challenging but absolutely rewarding, with a variety of terrains that kept things interesting. The views from the top of the Sierra de Aitana were absolutely stunning, with panoramic vistas over the mountains and valleys below.

Gowtham Avula Sierra de Aitana Trek

Walking and trekking holiday FAQs

What can I expect from a walking holiday?

Depending on the type of walking holiday you choose, you could be scaling great heights, soaking up coastal scenery or spotting incredible wildlife.

It could be self-guided or you could make friends with like-minded travellers in one of our group walking tours. Either way, our guided tours will mean you’re supervised by one of our expert leaders. They’ll impart valuable knowledge about your destination, giving you a more personal experience you simply won’t get anywhere else.

What different types of walking holiday do you offer?

We offer self-guided, guided and even private group walking tours.

Our point-to-point walking holidays allow you to cover vast distances, uncovering new scenery each day. Examples include everything from the Peruvian heights of The Inca Trail to the almighty Everest Base Camp Trek.

Want to scale some of the largest heights around the globe? Our summit walking tours will take you up the likes of Mount Toubkal in Morocco and Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Alternatively, you might prefer a centre-based walking holiday where you’ll stay in accommodation for the entirety of the trip, giving you a comfortable base. This includes our Walking the Amalfi Coast and Mont Blanc Highlights walking tours.

While many of our walking trips are 16+, we do offer several family walking holidays too.

Where can I go on a walking trip to?

You can embark on walking holidays in Europe or stay closer to home with a walking tour in the UK. Want to go further afield? Browse our full selection of walking and trekking holidays, which includes destinations like Peru, Africa and Nepal.

You can also filter your walking preferences by the type of destination you’d prefer, such as any of the following:

What should I wear on a walking holiday?

Every walking holiday is different, so make sure you check your itinerary. Consider the terrain and the weather at your chosen destination and set time aside to research the climate expected during your walking tour.

Sturdy walking boots with good ankle support are essential, as well as appropriate socks to reduce rubbing.

A hot climate will require a sun hat, sunglasses and appropriate clothing, such as shorts and t-shirts made from breathable materials. Walking trips in destinations with hotter climates, such as those in deserts, can plunge to chilly temperatures at night, so be sure to bring layers, particularly if you are camping. Some countries also experience heavy or intermittent rainfall, so a waterproof is recommended.

You should also consider whether your destination requires a more conservative dress code. Many of our walking tours integrate cultural activities that may require a shawl or headscarf.

Meanwhile, a snowy climate will demand a warm hat, headband or buff. We recommend two pairs of gloves, with one waterproof pair. Be sure to remember sunglasses, as the sunlight reflecting from the snow can be very intense. Check our winter adventure kit list for more information on clothing and accessories you might need.

What should I take on a walking holiday?

We have an essential walking kit list that highlights items such as SPF and gel plasters. You might consider a first aid kit with painkillers too. Depending on the climate, mosquito spray could come in handy.

If you go for one of our snowshoeing walking holidays, we’ll provide equipment like snowshoes, walking poles and avalanche transceivers.  

What is the duration of a walking holiday?

Walking tours can be as little as a few days or upwards of 12 days if you choose a longer expedition.

Are your walking tours guided?

Many of our trips are guided, but you have the option to choose a self-guided walking holiday if preferred.

What will my group be like during my walking holiday?

If you choose one of our guided small group walking trips, you’ll be in a group of 8 to 16 people. A large proportion of our walking holiday trips are made up of solo travellers, creating a great opportunity to make friends with like-minded people with different stories to share.

What will the accommodation be like on your walking holidays?

Again, this will depend on your chosen tour. You could be camping or staying in a range of unique, locally owned accommodation throughout your tour. This could be anything from mountain huts to farmyards, rural gîtes to hotels.

Will food be provided on my walking holiday?

Most of our trips include food and drink, with some tours allowing you to buy your own if there are services or eateries available. Check the details of your chosen tour to see whether food is included.

Some of our walking holidays are very food-centric and involve related activities, such as wine tasting in the vineyards of Burgundy. So be sure to choose your walking trip based on what you want from the experience.

Meet the Expert

Danny Bell Product Manager Europe

“Walking and trekking has always been at the heart of Exodus with Nepal being central to this. Our guides and leaders here are part of our family-run local team – some are second- and third-generation Exodus staff, who have inherited their expert knowledge of this beautiful region to provide a unique trekking adventure.” 

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