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Choose how much walking you want to do each day on a non-group, self-guided walking holiday with a choice of routes. Whether you walk from hotel to hotel while your luggage is transferred, or explore from a single hotel, our thoroughly researched route notes lead you through enchanting scenery.
Our flexible walking holidays use the same formula as our other walking holidays, allowing you to follow our lovingly compiled route notes at your own pace, with ample time to admire the flowers, the wildlife and the villages along the way, which is what Slow holidays are all about. The crucial difference is that you have a choice of routes each day, some of which are easier than others, so you can select the one that’s right for you on the day.
This flexibility also makes these holidays perfect for anyone who is unsure of their level, or for groups of friends or family who want to enjoy a walking holiday together, but who may not all be at the same fitness level.
Find the right holiday for you
Find a flexible walking holiday to suit you
Among our flexible hotel-to-hotel walking holidays are routes in the Dolomites, the Bernese Oberland and Norway’s Hardangerfjord. For even greater flexibility – and the chance for some sightseeing – you may prefer to opt for a centre-based holiday on which you explore from one or two hotels, usually with a hire car. Highlights of our selection of flexible centre-based walking holidays include colourful western Madeira, Mallorca, Asturias in northern ‘green’ Spain, the wild and untamed Norwegian island of Senja, glorious Provence, and an idyllic valley in northern Slovenia.
Although these holidays offer a choice of routes, you need to make sure that at least some of those options will be right for you, so familiarise yourself with our grading system. You’ll also need to decide between a hotel-to-hotel walking holiday, or a centre-based holiday featuring just one or two hotels.
Grade 1
Generally easy walking with few ascents / descents, but perhaps the occasional long day.
Grade 1-2
Easy-to-moderate walking with some ascents / descents, and occasional longer days.
Grade 2
Moderate walking on varied terrain, with some long days and regular ascents / descents.
Grade 2-3
Moderate-to-challenging walking on more rugged terrain with significant ascents / descents on most days. Compass skills may be required (check the individual holiday).
Grade 3
Challenging hikes, featuring long days with significant ascent / descent on challenging terrain. Compass skills may be required.
Flexible
Choice of easier or harder routes, so that you can tailor most days to your requirements.
Why choose Inntravel for your walking holiday
For us, the best walking holidays revolve around three key ingredients – not only beautiful walking routes in beguiling scenery, but also charming accommodation where you’ll find both a warm welcome and traditional cuisine.
Detailed route information
We take extra care to provide you with clear, coherent route notes that we update regularly. Including useful tips about places to visit, Inntravel route guides give you more time to focus on the simple pleasures of walking, discovering the natural landscape at your own pace and soaking up the local ambience.
Your holiday, your way
Not being part of a group means you can stay in intimate hotels and guesthouses, and gives you so much freedom. Freedom to choose your start date, the length of your holiday (feel free to add extra nights) and your travel route – we’ll happily book a bespoke travel package for you, either by air, by rail or by ferry.
Friendly experts
We’ve built up a wealth of experience since we started in 1984. Whether you’ve got a query or wish to book a holiday, you’ll deal with friendly experts who share a passion for travel and who have stayed in our featured hotels and walked our routes. They’ll be delighted to answer your questions and help you plan your perfect holiday.