Take The Route To Independence With Cycling And Walking Holidays

For the freedom, independence and breathtaking scenery they provide, walking and cycling holidays are difficult to beat.
The large variety of cycling holidays and walking holidays available has led to their increasing popularity as tourists seek out new ways to escape the stresses of daily life.
With regards to cycling holidays, all travellers across the UK and Europe can enjoy picturesque scenery as they experience the liberating feeling of moving on two-wheels.
However, alongside this universal appeal is the ability to choose a cycling holiday that caters towards your own proficiency and endurance levels.
Quality tour providers will operate a grading system that makes it easier to choose different routes to meet your requirements.
Although routes are pre-planned you can travel at your own pace and there are still plenty of opportunities to make de-tours.
So, if you want to stop off at a charming cafe in Portugal or perhaps stop and admire a lakeside view in Austria, there’s no need worrying too much about any time restrictions.
Indeed, cycling holidays are about more than simply riding a bike. Trips for bird lovers, food and drink connoisseurs, history buffs, solo travellers and families are all tailored towards matching tourists with their own special interests.
In addition, rest days in between cycling afford holidaymakers even more freedom to wander off, go sightseeing or even just relax by the pool-the choice is yours!
Walking into the sunset
Like their cycling counterparts, walking holidays allow you to explore some of the most unique and unspoilt corners of the world.
These can also include destinations further afield such as Latin America, Africa and the Middle East. Whether you’d prefer an independent walking holiday or a guided trip, you’re sure to enjoy the flexibility provided.
Independent walking holidays allow you to stop off when and where you want and set your own pace while taking the time to explore areas that interest you.
This laid-back approach is matched by thorough preparation as you receive route notes, maps and details of any potentially strenuous ascents that you may wish to save for another day.
Meanwhile, guided walking holidays use locally employed guides passionate about showing off their homelands. Travelling in small groups, share your guides’ experiences and feel the heartbeat of a nation.
Both types of walking trip offer the choice of either a single-centre or hotel-to-hotel holiday, giving you the option of whether you’d like to stay over in one location or arrange to walk (or ride on cycling holidays!) to the next destination.
The complete service for an unforgettable experience
Perhaps the most attractive and impressive features of booking a walking or cycling holiday with a bespoke tour operator is the fact that you’re provided with such a complete service.
For instance, if customers find a beautiful vineyard and purchase a few bottles of wine, the best tour companies will offer to take their purchases to their final destination free of charge.
In addition, for hotel-to-hotel travellers, arrangements will be made to carry bags onto the next stop to ensure only the minimum amount of luggage has to be carried around.
Combined with quality riding equipment and expert guides when required, it is this attention to detail and the freedom they offer that has seen cycling and walking holidays continue to flourish.