Walking holidays

Explore the picturesque lakes and mountains of Europe with a walking holiday. Whether you enjoy pleasant strolls or challenging hikes, our walking holidays offer varying levels of difficulty to suit walkers, ramblers and hikers.

Discover the 3 peaks of Spain, trek through the hills of Mondsee, Austria, or stroll around the beautiful Lake Bled in Slovenia - our walking holidays provide indulgent visual breaks. From rural Northern Italy to the rolling Austrian hillsides, breathe in the fresh air as you explore the best walking holiday locations.

Walking: our recommended destinations

Kitzbühel, Austria

The stylish mountain town of Kitzbühel offers easy access to 180km of marked footpaths ranging from gentle strolls along the valley to challenging mountain hikes. Our Thomson walking escort offers 2 FREE guided walks per week all season! Stay at the superb value Hotel Edelweiss and enjoy FREE daily packed lunches, perfect for your mountain side picnic!
Lake Como, Italy

The picturesque, tranquil resorts of Lake Como provide a great base for exploring the region on foot. With almost endless possibilities, you can stroll down the quaint, cobbled streets of Bellagio before following the trails in the mountains behind Tremezzo. Challenge yourself as much or as little as you like with a walking holiday in this delightful region of Italy.
Ellmau, Austria

Discover the awe-inspiring Wilder Kaiser Mountains as you explore up to 400km of impressive mountain trails. Stroll through the charming villages of Going and Scheffau or take your place on one of the popular Tirolean Walking Tours for a guided walk around spectacular Austria scenery. Whether it's a casual stroll or challenging hike, Ellmau walking holidays will be an excellent choice.
Las Alpujarras, Spain

Located between the Mediterranean coastline and the Sierra Nevada mountain range, Las Alpujarras is a challenging walking holiday destination. Rugged peaks, unspoiled views and Andalucian charm will welcome walkers and hikers, with the most adventurous heading to the spectacular views from the summit of Mulhacen.