“There’s no better way of getting into the fabric of a wonderful part of the world than by feeling its earth under your feet, its slopes in your legs, its sun on your skin and the prospect of its gastronomy at the end of your day. Ahead of you on the path is an expert guide who knows all the wildflowers and the history and has preselected the best place for the picnic, and beside you are like-minded companions, all with their own stories to tell. And you’re all looking a picture of health.

Guided group walking holidays come in many manifestations, but the essence of them all is an experience shared. On the trail, conversation is unpressured. Knowledge, and fitness, is gained. There’s a sense of achievement, and of daily adventure, even if it is just an encounter with an olive picker or a refreshing dip at a deserted beach at the end of a long, spectacular descent.”

This is an extract from The Telegraph, published 6 February 2017 by journalist Andrew Eames. Read the full article "The 10 best walking holidays for 2017" which includes our new Footpaths and flavours of Liguria coastal walking holiday at number 9. 

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