Our walking holidays in Europe stretch from the frozen tundra of Northern Norway to the warm shores of the Mediterranean and up through the rugged mountain ranges of the Alps, Pyrenees and the Balkans.

On a hiking holiday in Europe you can take your pick on a gentile stroll through the stunning Swiss Alps, or a challenging trek across the Lofoten Islands. Likewise, you can choose whether to join likeminded hikers on a group walking holiday or go self-guided and explore at your own pace.

Our array of walking holidays in Europe is designed to cater to a wide range of experience levels and preferences. If you're looking for a more relaxed and cultural adventure, join us for a captivating walking week exploring the picturesque alpine lakes of Austria, or discover the vineyards of the Italian Alps with a week of self-guided alpine walking. On the other hand, if you seek a thrilling and physically demanding challenge, embark on an iconic alpine traverse leading to the breathtaking summits of peaks which soar over 4,000 metres, or through the quieter Balkan mountains.

Self-guided walking holidays in Europe have become ever more popular, however they're not for everybody or every situation. So what are they and which is best for you:

Self Guided Holidays

Want to take your time and explore at your own pace? Our self-guided walking holidays in Europe allow just that. We'll take care of the route planning, to find the best tracks and trails, as well as luggage transfer and organising the accommodation. Leaving you time to sit on that alpine hill and take in the stunning scenery stress free.

Guided Holidays

Join like minded hikers on one of the many guided walking holidays in Europe and benefit from the experience of the guide, who is there to not just keep you safe and take on the navigation and leadership, but to also show off local knowledge. There are equally times when a guide is there for safety, allowing you to take on more remote and challenging treks.