Center-based Hiking

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Journeying

Journeying is a rare gem in the travel world. This non-profit group has been organizing small group pilgrimage tours in Ireland and the UK since the 1980s. They provide single and multi-day walking tours with a Christian/nature-centered focus that is welcoming to all religions. Pre-scheduled tours are limited and fill up quickly but they can […]

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Timberline Adventures

Timberline Adventures is based in Colorado and offers a large assortment of guided multi-day hiking trips across the United States and western Canada. They also offer three driving self-guided hiking tours in Yosemite, Death Valley and the Smoky Mountains. Timberline is a multisport operator so you’ll see options for cycling, snorkeling and other activities. They

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Wildland Trekking

Wildland Trekking is based in the United States and offers guided trekking and inn-based hiking trips worldwide. Most of their destinations are within the continental US but they offer a solid selection of classic and alternative treks in Europe, Asia, South America and Africa. While they primarily focus on more challenging backcountry routes, Wildland Trekking

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Waterford Camino Tours

Waterford Camino Tours is an Irish company offering guided and customized walking holidays in Ireland. They specialize in the pilgrim paths of Ireland and St. David’s Way in Wales. Owners Phil and Elaine bring their own unique experiences and talents into their itineraries, incorporating music, history, spirituality and superb hospitality with a focus on slow

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Girosole Italy Walking Tours

Girosole Italy Walking Tours has an office in the US and Italy, with all guides being locally based. They focus exclusively on walking tours in Italy, offering customized self-guided and guided walking holidays. Their coverage is impressive and they have an excellent reputation for well-developed itineraries using their own local guides. Mid Range to Luxury

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Sifnos Trails

Sifnos is a small Greek island in the Cyclades (pronounced keeklaades), a region of islands known for their pristine white buildings and abundance of minerals. Sifnos has seven villages connected by a central pedestrian walkway which branches out into smaller paths, making it the perfect island for a walking holiday. The paths are well maintained

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iWalk Cornwall

Created by two brothers, iWalk Cornwall is a collection of circular walks and a mobile app listing over 300 day hikes around North Cornwall in the UK. The routes are re-walked by the brothers and volunteers and continually updated. Walking notes on the site are free but if you want the full app experience it

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Crested Butte

Crested Butte, nestled in the Colorado Rockies, is a popular ski destination in the winter and hiking mecca for the rest of the year. They are a perfect location for center-based DIY walking holidays and this site provides details about the trails, lodging, transportation and dining. You will need a car to get here but

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Bermuda Railway Trail

The Bermuda Railway Trail is a 20 mile path that covers the entire island, which makes it an excellent choice for a center-based walking holiday. Bermuda does not allow visitors to rent cars, which also makes it a walkers’ paradise. Wallet Friendly Visit Website Local Operator no badge yet Review of Bermuda Railway Trail Website

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