People-powered holidays
At HF Holidays, we believe that the true spirit of adventure lies in sharing it with others. Whether we’re out walking, volunteering in local communities, or simply swapping stories around the dinner table, incredible things can happen when like-minded people meet. Fuelled by an unwavering commitment to our mission statement, our guests, members, house teams, and leaders all play a vital role in creating unforgettable experiences that resonate long after the journey ends.
Experienced Leaders: Your Guides to Adventure
With over 110 years of expertise in designing exceptional walking holidays around the globe, we offer you the peace of mind that comes from travelling with people you can trust.
Our leaders bring passion, knowledge, and experience to every journey, so you can explore the world with confidence, knowing you're in safe hands. Whether you're on a gentle countryside stroll, a challenging mountain trek, a sightseeing tour, or a yoga retreat, our leaders are what make us different from the rest.
Chosen for their extensive knowledge, they bring every walk, sightseeing tour, or learning experience to life, helping you to form lasting friendships and unforgettable memories with your fellow guests.
For extra reassurance, most of our international holidays include an HF Holidays Tour Manager to take care of all planning and travel arrangements, plus a local leader who’ll guide you on the best walks or sightseeing experiences in the area.
Meet the people who make your holidays truly special:
HF Holidays Leaders
Our UK guided walking holidays are led by enthusiastic HF Holidays Leaders. As volunteers, they share their time out of a genuine passion for the outdoors and love helping people discover coast and countryside landscapes on foot.
Every leader undergoes a rigorous selection and training process, including first aid certification and walking leader qualifications tailored to the holidays they lead.
HF Holidays Tour Manager
On many of our European holidays and selected worldwide trips, you’ll have an HF Holidays Tour Manager to handle all in-destination travel arrangements and ensure everything runs smoothly. They provide practical help and support throughout your holiday, working closely with our expert local guides to deliver an exceptional experience from start to finish.
Local Leaders
When you join us on one of our international walking holidays, you’ll be guided by local leaders* who know the area like the back of their hand. From mountain villages in the Alps to coastal paths in Portugal, wherever they are these experts go beyond the guidebook to introduce you to the walking trails, cultural experiences, and local secrets that make each destination unique.
Special Interest Leaders
At our UK country houses, our special interest breaks are led by qualified and experienced leaders in a range of subjects, from art and bridge to yoga, music, and more. These leaders will help you pursue new hobbies or deepen your passion for existing ones in the most beautiful settings.
For more information on who's leading your special interest holiday, check out the leader info tab on the holiday web page.
HF Holidays Leaders
Our UK guided walking holidays are led by enthusiastic HF Holidays Leaders. As volunteers, they share their time out of a genuine passion for the outdoors and love helping people discover coast and countryside landscapes on foot.
Every leader undergoes a rigorous selection and training process, including first aid certification and walking leader qualifications tailored to the holidays they lead.
HF Holidays Tour Manager
On many of our European holidays and selected worldwide trips, you’ll have an HF Holidays Tour Manager to handle all in-destination travel arrangements and ensure everything runs smoothly. They provide practical help and support throughout your holiday, working closely with our expert local guides to deliver an exceptional experience from start to finish.
Local Leaders
When you join us on one of our international walking holidays, you’ll be guided by local leaders* who know the area like the back of their hand. From mountain villages in the Alps to coastal paths in Portugal, wherever they are these experts go beyond the guidebook to introduce you to the walking trails, cultural experiences, and local secrets that make each destination unique.
Special Interest Leaders
At our UK country houses, our special interest breaks are led by qualified and experienced leaders in a range of subjects, from art and bridge to yoga, music, and more. These leaders will help you pursue new hobbies or deepen your passion for existing ones in the most beautiful settings.
For more information on who's leading your special interest holiday, check out the leader info tab on the holiday web page.
Ready to explore with our expert leaders?
Book your next adventure today and discover the HF Holidays difference.
*Excluding Hike Norway’s Wild Lofoten Islands and Wild & Wonderful Western Ireland holidays which are led fully by HF Holidays Leaders
