Take the first steps towards a walking holiday: European tours that promise fresh air and fantastic views
Take the first steps towards a walking holiday: European walking tours that promise fresh air, fantastic views and the chance to get away from the madding crowdsHoliday hero Neil Simpson sums up the best walking holidays for beginnersVisit the fairy-tale town of Sintra, Portugal on a Macs Adventure walking holiday Explore Puglia walking tour includes pasta-making lessons and wine tastings
Each week our holiday hero, Neil Simpson, takes an in-depth look at a brilliant holiday topic, doing all the leg work so you don't have to. This week: a walking holiday for beginners.
Walking holidays promise fresh air, fantastic views and the chance to get away from it all raging crowds.
"Our customers come from all walks of life, from busy professionals to retirees, and we have a lot of lone walkers too," says Neil Lapping , from the travel agency Macs Adventure. “A lot of new customers are looking for a new challenge with walking holidays. Our role is to help them find the route that suits them, often not too strenuous, so that they can enjoy the trip outside on their own.
'Along the way, walkers can immerse themselves in the scenery and culture. Our self-guided holidays offer the freedom to explore at your own pace and discover so much more on foot.'
Walking holidays are easier than many first - timers expect. Hotels are booked along the route and luggage is transported between them.
Finding your way is just as easy. You will receive a welcome pack with easy-to-follow daily instructions. With many travel agencies you can also follow the route on...
Each week our holiday hero, Neil Simpson, takes an in-depth look at a brilliant holiday topic, doing all the leg work so you don't have to. This week: a walking holiday for beginners.
Walking holidays promise fresh air, fantastic views and the chance to get away from it all raging crowds.
"Our customers come from all walks of life, from busy professionals to retirees, and we have a lot of lone walkers too," says Neil Lapping , from the travel agency Macs Adventure. “A lot of new customers are looking for a new challenge with walking holidays. Our role is to help them find the route that suits them, often not too strenuous, so that they can enjoy the trip outside on their own.
'Along the way, walkers can immerse themselves in the scenery and culture. Our self-guided holidays offer the freedom to explore at your own pace and discover so much more on foot.'
Walking holidays are easier than many first - timers expect. Hotels are booked along the route and luggage is transported between them.
Finding your way is just as easy. You will receive a welcome pack with easy-to-follow daily instructions. With many travel agencies you can also follow the route on...
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