Winter Walking Holidays

Portugal

Portugal is one of Europe's finest winter walking destinations - mild, green and wonderfully varied. The terraced vineyards and river views of the Douro Valley look their very best in the low winter light. The Algarve's clifftop paths stay warm and walkable well into the season. Head to Sintra to Cascais. And Madeira's famous levada trails through laurel forest are at their lushest - green, atmospheric and unlike anywhere else in Europe.

Spain

Spain's south and its islands are made for winter walking. The white villages and cork oak forests of Sierra de Aracena are peaceful and beautiful outside the summer season. And the Canary Islands deliver some of Europe's most rewarding winter walking - La Gomera's ancient laurel forest and dramatic ravines are extraordinary, while Tenerife combines volcanic peaks, pine forests and coastal trails in conditions that feel almost impossibly good for the time of year.

Malta and Gozo

Malta and Gozo are a brilliant winter walking choice - warm, compact and full of character. Ancient fortifications, clifftop coastal paths and a remarkable density of history make every day's walking feel like a discovery. Gozo adds a quieter, greener dimension with its own network of rural trails and dramatic sea views. A brilliant choice for shorter trips and those new to walking holidays.

Japan

Japan in winter offers a completely different walking experience. The Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes wind through sacred cedar forests in the Kii Peninsula, where the ancient woodland is atmospheric and still in the cool winter air. The Nakasendo Trail links historic post towns through the Japanese Alps, with a quiet, unhurried feel that winter brings out perfectly.

New Zealand

Winter in the UK coincides with summer in New Zealand - making it one of the very best times to walk there. The Queen Charlotte Track winds above the stunning Marlborough Sounds in long, warm days that feel like a world away from home. The Abel Tasman Track traces golden beaches and coastal forest in conditions that are bright, clear and full of possibility. Both are outstanding multi-day routes at the peak of the New Zealand season.

• Tried and Tested Routes - Every walking route we offer is carefully designed and tested by our team and trusted local partners, so you can focus on enjoying the walk.
  
  
• Locally Owned Accommodation - We choose small, locally owned stays that reflect the character of each region - warm welcomes, local knowledge and great food included.
  
  
• Luggage Transfers - Walk light while we move your luggage between accommodations. Your bags will be waiting when you arrive.
  
  
• Award-Winning Navigation App - Turn-by-turn navigation, offline maps and all your trip details in one place, so you can walk with confidence.
  
  
• 24/7 Support - You travel independently, but help is always there if you need it.

Winter walking has more going for it than you might think. Here's why.

• Trails that are all yours - The summer crowds are long gone. Villages are calm, paths are quiet, and the whole experience feels more personal.
• Warm sun in the right places - The Canary Islands, southern Portugal, Malta, Japan - winter here means mild temperatures and genuinely great walking conditions.
  
  
• Escape the grey - There's something deeply satisfying about trading a cold, dark January for a warm coastal path or a sun-dappled forest trail.
  
  
• Great value travel - Winter pricing often means better availability on flights and accommodation. Your money goes further.
  
  
• A completely different pace - Winter walking is unhurried. Long lunches, quiet trails, warm evenings. The season suits it.