Walking holidays

Choosing the right walking holiday can be a little overwhelming. Especially if it’s your first time and you’re not quite sure what to expect. Start by asking yourself what you’re looking to get out of your walking holiday. Where would you like to go, and what you would like to see? How far do you want to walk each day, and at what level of intensity? Our travel experts are on hand to answer any questions and can help you settle on the walking holiday that’s just right for you.

While some walking holidays involve relaxing hikes, some are more intense. The more relaxed walking holidays might be the way to go if you have a number of interests, such as history, nature or photography, as they’re typically guided at a slower pace. These give you the chance to take in the surrounding landscape and capture incredible snapshots.

You can typically expect up to five guided walks during your holiday, ranging from 5 to 15km per walk. Our expert hosts are super knowledgeable and usually local to the region themselves. They’ll take you through the most scenic routes, explaining and identifying exciting historical sites and landmarks along the way. Throughout your walking holiday, you’ll also have an opportunity to walk within your own parties, or as individuals away from the guides. This is a great chance to experience the local culture and explore under your own steam.

While other walking holidays may consist of much longer treks, travelling to several destinations and ultimately arriving at an end destination, all Saga walking holidays lead back to a base hotel at the end of each walk. Here, you can rest up and enjoy a drink (or two!) and a bite to eat.

If spectacular scenery and breathtaking views excite you, then consider the Dolomites in northern Italy or the lunar-like landscapes of Lanzarote. Or, if history and wildlife is your passion, then how about the mining heritage and lush national parks in Huelva, Spain?

Ultimately, the choice is yours. A good walking holiday should consist of relaxing accommodation, great food and drink, as well as an unbeatable location.

Travelling on your own? We offer single room spaces on our walking holidays, too. You’ll join a group of like-minded solo travellers to make new friends while you discover new landscapes, find hidden gems, and gain a sense of wellbeing and achievement.

We offer both half board and all-inclusive walking holidays, so you can choose the board basis that’s best for you. Our all-inclusive walking holidays include all meals and a free bar for a number of hours each day. Whether you opt for half board or all-inclusive, your Saga host, expert host, guided walks, flights, and airport transfers are all part of the price.