Worldwide Walking and Sightseeing Tours
New horizons. New challenges. Walk all over the world with our expert guides. Lakes. Savannahs. Deserts. Awe inspiring mountain ranges. Snowy peaks. Hidden cities. New flavours, new words, a world of memories await you. We take care of everything. Flights, hotels, detailed planning, a complete itinerary that lets you roam free. The holiday of a lifetime is waiting.
Our fully escorted Worldwide Walking Holidays offer you an exclusive
behind the scenes visit to some of the most dramatic and
spectacular places around the world. With a combination
of our own experienced walking leaders and local guides you
will discover the best scenery, fascinating historical
sites, memorable wildlife and intriguing local
cultures.
Each tour is carefully planned with a balance between
walking, travelling and sightseeing, along with good accommodation
and food. All our itineraries have been tailor-made in association
with carefully chosen local experts to take in the best
an area has to offer. We are often able to include a choice
of an easier and a harder walk, ideal for those holidaying
together with different walking tastes.
Our small groups really do help you get the best out of your
holiday, whilst still offering the chance to relax and unwind.
Your fellow travellers will come from all walks of life but
you will be united by a common love of experiencing different
cultures and exploring wonderful new places. With activities
and meals taken together, friendships are easily forged. You
certainly won't be just one of a crowd as we limit the group
sizes to between 12 and 24.
| What
the holiday includes |
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We include as much as possible in the holiday price, leaving you to
relax and enjoy your walking and sightseeing to the full.
- Accommodation - twin or double room in hotels. Rooms are
usually en-suite with private bathrooms.
- Meals - some tours include all meals, others a combination
of breakfast, picnic lunch and evening meals depending on
what fits best, the hotel locality and day's programme. We
are always able to cater for vegetarian diets, providing
you tell us at the time of booking.
- The services of local tour directors and / or HF Holidays'
leaders - all English speaking. Tours are accompanied throughout,
even in the evenings when most other companies' couriers
are off-duty.
- A complete holiday programme as highlighted in each of
the tour descriptions, including associated excursion costs.
- A choice of walks where possible.
- For holidays 'with flight', airport transfers.
- All travel as detailed in the tour itinerary; our coach
or minibus stays with you throughout the holiday.
- Service charges and local taxes including UK airport tax,
plus tips to local guides and drivers.
- VAT at 17½%.
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| Travel
arrangements |
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Whether you join us from London or Manchester airports we
use carefully chosen flights on reputable scheduled airlines.
Other regional connections may be possible so do call or e-mail
us to enquire.
Extend your stay… many of our guests choose to
combine their holiday with visiting friends or family, or
travelling even further afield. We are able to arrange a
later return flight or extra hotel nights, please call or
e-mail us to discuss your travel interests. (A small administration
fee is payable for additional services arranged).
Make your own way... It is possible to join any of
our holidays at the start of the tour. Many customers currently
living in the country join our groups. Prices without the
international flight arrangements are available - select the
price without flight option.
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| Accommodation |
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The hotels for each holiday are all carefully selected for their high standards
and suitability for your needs. They range from small country inns to resort style
hotels, from jungle lodges to modern city hotels, and are always amongst the best
in the local area. Facilities will vary depending upon the country being visited
and the nature of each hotel.
Meals will be taken either in your hotel or local restaurants, offering a chance
to sample regional specialities.
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information |
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Travelling on foot has long been the best way to experience some of the world's
greatest landscapes and remote cultures. With so much choice, our current programme
is nothing short of a walker's paradise.
There is something for enthusiasts of all levels - whether
you're an occasional walker who enjoys gentle alpine paths,
or prefer trekking and more challenging mountain trails.
All trips with an emphasis on walking have been graded according
to the difficulty of walking offered and detailed information
on distances and ascents is available.
How Far Do We Walk Each Day?
Distances covered vary between destinations from day to day.
As long as you are reasonably active and in good health you
will find destinations and walks to suit you. Some walks will
be only part of a day. Full day walks may be five to seven
hours including breaks to absorb the scenery and views. Occasional
days can be longer if the terrain dictates.
Luggage transfer
Soft top cases or bags are ideal for your luggage on holidays
involving changes of hotel. Carrying a large backpack is not
a feature of an HF Holiday. On walks you'll need to carry
just a day rucksack with food, essentials and your camera
and binoculars. Porters are used on all trekking itineraries.
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Detailed itinerary designed by HF Holidays describing the walking programme
you've booked to whet your appetite for the walking ahead.
