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Beginning with your feet in the Irish Sea and ending with a dip (optional) in the North Sea, Wainwright's 190 mile Coast-to-Coast walk will take you through some of England's finest scenery as you traverse three National Parks and cross the Pennine spine of the country, literally from Coast to Coast. This is England's most famous long distance path and a simply outstanding journey.

Destinations	Cumbria, Lake District, North Yorkshire
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

This is the longer version of the our Hadrians Wall walk, not longer in length, but with the addition of a couple of extra days it generally lessens the length of some days, thus making it better for slower walkers, or perhaps those who want to spend more time visiting museums and historical sites.

Destinations	Cumbria, Lake District, Tyne & Wear, Northumberland
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

This 8-day Winchester to Eastbourne South Downs Way walk is the perfect choice if you’d like a little more time to explore places of interest en route, as well as the towns and villages you are staying in. There is one long day but generally, this itinerary will allow you to enjoy your surroundings and the stunning scenery along the route. This holiday is suitable for anyone with a decent level of fitness.

Destinations	South Downs National Park
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Strenuous

From 50km (3 days) - 250km (10 days)

EasyWays are pleased to announce a new tour for 2020 that embraces the islands off the west coast of Scotland. The tour offers the opportunity to experience Arran, Islay, Jura and Gigha along with parts of the Kintyre and Argyll Peninsulas in a combination tour that provides something for everyone. The islands have reasonable public transport access from Central Scotland and the terrain offers a good mix of coastal and hill walking.

With the EasyWays package just advise what locations you would like to visit and your preferred dates for walking and let us construct a tour that encapsulates all on a bespoke itinerary utilising public transport connections throughout thereby keeping the price to optimum level. All tours include baggage transfer and ferry travel including detailed advice on how to get to and from the start and end points on your chosen route.

Destinations	Hebrides
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

The full 186 mile path in 12 - 18 days

Duration and daily distances are suggestions only; all itineraries can be tailored to suit you.

Through the last two centuries of Welsh history, Pembrokeshire has been the Holy Land at the Western End of the Celtic world. A wonderful and mysterious extremity defiantly facing the full fury of the Atlantic Ocean that has given “The land of Magic” a revered status, for not only the Welsh, but also for the invaders and crusaders that tried to control and tame this isolated, unique and exposed western outpost of mainland Britain.

For the Walker today, the Pembrokeshire National Park is a place where you can leave behind the pressures of the modern world to unwind and relax in a remote haven on the very edge of where the land ends and the sea begins. Past no fewer than 58 stunning beaches and over 14 harbours. You will climb 35,000ft on the way, well over the height of Mount Everest, in a glorious run of short steep ascents and descents from the hidden coves to the towering cliffs, a huge twisting and relentless Celtic Coastal rollercoaster

At night expect to rest in hidden fishing villages nestled in deep green valleys, beneath towering Norman Coastal Castles in historic medieval towns or simply gazing over wide broad golden sands in perfect crescent shaped bays. A walkers odyssey, in two weeks of wandering, The Pembrokeshire Coast Path will lead you into pure air, clean seas and forgotten corners.

Destinations	Pembrokeshire
Activity	Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Strenuous

If you prefer to organise your own accommodation we can arrange a convenient and reliable door-to-door baggage transfer service at unbeatable rates. Prices below are based on sectors of less than 20 miles and travelling west to east. If you are doing more than 20 miles per day or walking/cycling in the other direction please contact us. The maximum permitted weight per bag is 20 kgs.

• £23 per transfer for 1 bag
• £28 per transfer for 2 bags
• £33 per transfer for 3-4 bags
• For 5 bags or more contact us for a special rate

Destinations	South Downs National Park
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour

This walk from Winchester to Eastbourne is ideal for anyone very short on time and looking for a real challenge on the South Downs Way. You’ll need to be fit as you’ll be averaging around 17 miles per day, with 4 long days (one of them very long!) All accommodation on the South Downs Way is arranged for you with all accommodation providers personally approved by our team.

Destinations	South Downs National Park
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Strenuous

This 10 day Winchester to Eastbourne South Downs Way walk is the perfect choice if you want to take things at a slow pace with no long days. Choosing this 10 day holiday will allow you to really enjoy your surroundings and have some time to explore places of interest along the way.

Destinations	South Downs National Park
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

Approx. 38 miles with choice of routes on your second day.

Our favourite cycling holiday to the charming border village of Clun – with two traditional inns, a teashop and a Castle. This is possibly the most perfect cycle route we have ever found. Follows the unspoilt river valleys of the Teme, Clun and Redlake, along easy gradients leading up into the beautiful Clun Hills. Easy cycling.

Destinations	Shropshire
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

Make the most of your walking holiday from a single base, your home to home while you’re in Pembrokeshire. Turn up, unpack your bags, and unwind in one of our hand-picked B&Bs and hotels. Each one is a gem. The Stay, Relax & Explore option is an ideal choice for self-guided walkers who prefer:

• A single base from which to explore local landscapes and views.
• Shorter walks with the option of being able to go back to the comfort of their room at any time.
• A slower-paced walking experience that offers the opportunity to really get to know their holiday location.
• Going car-free.

We will tailor each day’s walking to your needs. You can choose from half day walks (three to five miles), full day walks (from seven to 12 miles), or a mix of days and half-days.

When you’re planning your holiday it’s also worth adding in a rest day, or half-day. That way you have time to really get to know Pembrokeshire whatever your interests might be, from learning about the area’s distinctive heritage and culture, or sampling the excellent range of local food and drink.

Get in touch now for more details.

Destinations	Pembrokeshire
Activity	Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

Get more out of your day (or half day) be it walking or a local tour, by ‘going guided’. One of our team will join you as you go, which means you won’t have to worry about map reading or finding your way to the amazing sites in the area.

With an expert VIP Wales guide to lead the way you’ll discover some of Pembrokeshire’s best-kept secrets – whether that’s the hidden beach, quirky pub, perfect picnic location, 6,000 year old monuments, brewery tours, Iron Age Forts or the perfect place to view your breath taking sunset.

Our guides are locals and fully-qualified Mountain Training Lowland Leaders.

All tours start at your hotel or port of arrival (Fishguard, Goodwick or Milford Haven) and include everything required for a day of exploring.

Destinations	Pembrokeshire
Activity	Family, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Group tour, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

Walk Britain’s most spectacular mountain pass. The 18 mile route through the Lairig Ghru was used by drovers, thieves and soldiers. It cuts right through the heart of the high Cairngorm splendour. From the high point its sides rise sheer for another 1500 ft to 4 of the 5 highest peaks in Britain – awesome scenery and a worthy challenge.

Destinations	Cairngorms National Park
Activity	Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Walking, Hiking & Trekking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

Explore Britain’s largest and most biologically diverse National Park. At more than three times the size of London and with an altitude variation of nearly 4000ft, the Cairngorm National Park is a land of huge variety; the ancient Forest of Caledon with its noble pines, the dramatic high Cairngorm peaks with their tundra flora, the expansive heather moors and their secluded glens and distilleries. It’s home to 25% of Britain’s rarest wildlife – this fully guided walking holiday gives you the full flavour of this wonderful area.

Hiking routes include: Cairngorm summit, Carn Daimh on the Glenlivet estate, Balmoral Estate, Carn Dearg Mor, Glenfeshie.

Destinations	Cairngorms National Park
Activity	Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Walking, Hiking & Trekking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

Amroth to Milford Haven (or Pembroke). Approx. 67 miles.

The first section of The Pembrokeshire Coast Path offers perhaps the greatest variety of the whole trail. From the rounded hills, pastoral wooded bays and sheltered coastal resorts at Tenby and Saundersfoot through to the wild and remote Limestone Stacks, Caves and blow holes at Stackpole Head and Castlemartin.

Destinations	Pembrokeshire
Activity	Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

Milford Haven to St Davids. Approx 56 miles.

Tranquil backwater creeks and tidal causeways lead the walker out of the Cleddau Estuary to reach the Atlantic Ocean at dramatic St Anne's Head. Wild coastal headlands and offshore islands contrast with stretches of long golden sands and deep fjord like inlets all the way to the holy city of St Davids. Overnight stops exclusively in small coastal hamlets and hidden fishing villages.

Destinations	Pembrokeshire
Activity	Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

St Davids to St Dogmaels. Approx. 60 miles.

The crescendo at the end of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, this is wild, wild and wilder walking as you head north around a series of high volcanic headlands sitting above almost inaccessible coves and inlets. A run of tiny coastal hamlets clinging to this boulder strewn cliff run is broken up by the welcome facilities and shelter of two historically significant towns at Newport and Fishguard Then a final push around one of the most remote sections of the Wales Coast Path at Cemaes Head to emerge into the golden sands and shelter of the beautiful Teifi Estuary and a return to habitation at St Dogmaels and Cardigan.

Destinations	Pembrokeshire
Activity	Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

The Great Glen is an amazing geographical fault line that splits Scotland in two, forming dramatic lochs and glens and one of the most famous bodies of water in the world; Loch Ness. Biking along the banks of loch after loch, travelling from coast to coast is an amazing experience that immerses you in the iconic scenery of the Great Glen. From relaxing canal-side riding to flying down neat singletrack, the Great Glen Cycleway is a beautiful, challenging way to spend a couple of days. Your trip begins in the shadow of Ben Nevis, at Fort William. From there you ease into the journey by following the Caledonian Canal, passing the man-made phenomenon of Neptune’s Staircase. You will soon be cycling on singletrack and fire road alongside the first of a series of lochs, Loch Lochy then Loch Oich. Reach Fort Augustus, the gateway to Loch Ness which dominates the rest of your trip. With challenging climbs to reveal magnificent views and stunning, high speed downhills, the trip really does have a little bit of everything. Stay at hand-picked B&B’s, guesthouses and small country hotels, and enjoy the convenience of daily baggage transfer on this wonderful mountain biking holiday in Scotland.

Destinations	Scotland
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate
Season	April - October

Discover the castles, palaces and history of Scotland as you cycle through the heart of the Scottish Highlands. Cycle from inn to inn on easy going country roads and bike paths through the heather clad hills of Highland Perthshire. Visit the romantic castle of Blair Castle and historic Scone Palace, crowning place of 42 Scottish Kings. From the historic city of Perth you head north along the Tay River Valley to historic Dunkeld and Birnam and then on to the Victorian Spa town of Pitlochry. Cycle the shoreline of Loch Tummel, take a tour of Blair Castle or take a wee dram at the Edradour Distillery overlooking the Perthshire Highlands.

Destinations	Scotland
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild
Season	April - October

Explore Scotland’s lochs and glens by bike, soaking in the unique landscape of the Scottish Highlands whilst savouring the clean, fresh Scottish air. Immerse yourself in rich clan history as you cycle past castles through the rugged Trossachs hills and then on into Highland Perthshire. Great cycling complemented by welcoming Scottish hospitality, world class whisky and the produce from Scotland’s natural larder. Your cycling adventure begins in the bustling holiday town of Callander, known as the gateway to the highlands, which lies beneath wooded crags. Learn the story of Rob Roy at the visitor centre before you pedal east to Loch Katrine. Here you can enjoy a fine cycle along the tranquil Loch Katrine and perhaps a trip on the 100 year old Sir Walter Scott steamship. Your route continues north past Loch Lubnaig and through Glen Ogle to the village of Killin, which lies at the southern end of Loch Tay and is bisected by The Falls Of Dochart. The scenery just gets even better with every turn of the pedals as you follow the southern shore of Loch Tay past the Scottish Crannog Centre, Dewar’s World of Whisky and Taymouth Castle. Aberfeldy is next, famous for the ‘Birks of Aberfeldy’ a poem by Robert Burns. The Victorian spa town of Pitlochry is your base for the final three nights. Choose from several routes which visit Dunkeld Cathedral, Blair Castle, Queen’s View, Moulin, Killiecranckie as they wind Big Tree Country.

Destinations	Scotland
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild
Season	April - October

The Scottish Coast to Coast is the iconic mountain bike journey through the highlands of Scotland and quite simply an awesome mountain biking holiday. Our independent self-guided mountain bike holidays on the Scottish Coast to Coast allow you to travel at your own pace, enjoy Scotland’s best mountain biking whilst experiencing our fascinating culture and landscapes. Your adventure starts in Fort William and after 200 miles of excellent riding in the Scottish Highlands finishes in Montrose on the East Coast. Enjoy everything from great man-made trails to smooth natural single-track. Every holiday we offer features hand-picked overnights in B&B’s, country inns, and guesthouses, each is unique and offers a biker friendly welcome, atmosphere and delicious local cuisine. Also included are transfers for you and your bike from Glasgow to the start and back from the finish, daily door to door baggage transfer, comprehensive route notes, detailed maps with the route marked on, downloadable GPX tracks, an information pack and emergency telephone support.

Destinations	Scotland
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate
Season	April - October

Discover Scotland’s most famous whisky distilleries on this island-hopping cycling holiday, riding across the islands of Arran, Islay and Jura. Catching the ferry from mainland Scotland to Arran marks the start of your island-hopping adventure. Well known for its stunning scenery ride through a landscape of jagged peaks, rolling hills and rugged coastal roads, Arran craft breweries produce excellent ales, perfect for quenching a cyclists' thirst. From Arran catch the ferry to Kintyre and pedal across the peninsula to the Isle of Islay. Small whitewashed villages and vast empty beaches make the Isle of Islay a very special place. Home to the world-renowned distilleries of Lagavulin, Laphroig, Bowmore and Bruichladdich, Islay also boasts several smaller, independent distilleries such as Kilchoman that is worth a visit. The last island to explore is the remote island of Jura, excellent to spot red deer, explore wild Atlantic coastline and visit the famous Jura distillery. Rounding off each day in cosy, family run B&Bs and inns, enjoy meeting local islanders over a wee dram in the village pub.

Destinations	Scotland
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild
Season	April - October

The Isle of Skye, Scotland's largest island, off the northwest coast is a playground of mountains and lochs delivering breathtaking vistas around every twist and turn of the narrow roads. A cycling holiday on the Isle of Skye is the perfect way to discover the welcoming people and amazing scenery of Skye at your own pace. Arriving by ferry in the village of Armadale on the remote Sleat peninsula, feel the excitement and anticipation build as you look forward to your journey on the 'Misty Isle'. Pedal north through the lush landscape of the 'Garden of Skye' to the town of Broadford, enjoying views of the jagged Black Cuillin. Amazingly, the scenery continues to improve as the light, mountains and sea combine in an ever changing panorama as you cycle north to Dunvegan and then Uig. The iconic rock formations of the Quirang, Storr and the colourful harbour town of Portree are all on the itinerary as you head south on your journey back to Armadale. Skye is home to some of the most dramatic sea and mountain landscapes in the British Isles; quiet country roads, prolific bird and wildlife including sea and golden eagles, a strong Gaelic culture and a warm and welcoming people. Hand-picked B&Bs, guesthouses and small country hotels, and daily baggage transfer combine for a wonderful cycling holiday in Scotland

Destinations	Scotland
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate
Season	April - October

The 84-mile Hadrian's Wall path is a superb Roman coast-to-coast walk. Stretching from the mouth of the Tyne in the east to the Solway Firth in the west, the Hadrian's Wall path follows the greatest relic from the Roman occupation of Britain which lasted 400 years. During a walk along the Wall you will pass the sites or remains of the 16 Wall Forts, plus numerous milecastles and turrets, plus original and partly restored sections of Hadrian's Wall itself. The wall can be walked in either direction, and in a variety of lengths and durations.

Destinations	Cumbria, Lake District, Tyne & Wear, Northumberland
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

Walking the Pennine Way will take you through England's finest countryside. In terms of scenic grandeur, from the Dark Peak of its Debyshire beginnings, through the spectacular limestone of the Yorkshire Dales, the Teesdale Valleys and high fells of Alston, along Hadrian's Wall and over the Cheviots, all the way into Scotland, the Pennine Way has it all.

Destinations	Cumbria, Lake District, Peak District National Park, North Yorkshire, Northumberland
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

The Dales Way is a delightful 78 mile walk through the Yorkshire Dales from the moors of Ilkley through the wonderful limestone country of Wharfedale and Dentdale and then skirting the Howgill Fells as you head west into south Lakeland to finish at the charming town of Bowness-on-Windermere, the largest lake in England's premier National Park.

Destinations	North Yorkshire
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

This is the secret Lake District of the Caldbeck Fells - John Peel country - an area that sees few visitors, yet its wild and beautiful fells offer superb walking with panoramic views of the Scottish hills across the Solway estuary, as well as the familiar peaks of Central Lakeland observed from a unique vantage. We provide details and maps for several walk options from easy to challenging. Centred on the traditional villages of Hesket Newmarket and Uldale the walks vary from wanders along quiet bridleways and country lanes, taking in local pubs along the way, to ascents of the main Caldbeck Fells of Carrock, High Pike, Knott, Great Sca Fell and Great Cockup. Be different and visit the lesser known ‘Secret Lake District’ of the Calbeck Fells.

Destinations	Lake District
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

This simply superb Lake District self-guided walking holiday will take you through the heart of the Lakes from the southern capital of Ambleside to the northern capital of Keswick. In between you will stay in the beautiful Langdale Valley, the perfect base from which to explore the best mountain walking the Lake District has to offer. We arrange comfortable accommodation in en-suite rooms at hotels and accredited guest houses on your route and we transfer your luggage between each of the three bases for this tour. On this holiday you can choose to spend 2 or 3 nights in any or each of the three locations.

Destinations	Lake District
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

Bob Graham was a Keswick guest house owner and keen fell runner who set out in 1932 to make a continuous round of 42 peaks (one for every year of his age) in his beloved Lake District during a single 24 hour period. His incredible feat set a record that remained unbeaten for 28 years despite many attempts. Today many people have completed the 24 hour round but it still remains one of the most demanding challenges available to athletes or mountaineers. At Wandering Aengus Treks we have taken this gold standard event and turned it into a remarkable mountain walking holiday.

Destinations	Lake District
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

Possibly England's best kept secret, the 73-mile Cumbria Way plots a course from the market town of Ulverston overlooking Morecambe Bay, right through the mountain heart of the Lake District, to Carlisle close to the Solway Firth. The Cumbria Way passes through a remarkable variety of scenery ranging from the ordered pastoral landscapes of its beginnings, the mixed woodland of the lake shores, dramatic peaks in central Lakeland and the wild reaches of the northern Caldbeck fells, before finishing in the historic Cumbrian city of Carlisle.

Destinations	Cumbria
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

As a result of popular demand, for people with more time, or who want to break up some of the longer days of the original two week tour, we have given you the option to increase Wainwright’s masterpiece to 18 days! This is the quintessential English hill walking and long distance trail experience: 190 plus miles traversing three national parks and a lot of interesting landscapes, old towns and of course public houses in between! There are cozy small hotels, guesthouses and pubs to stay at on this tour and these, as well as the rich variety of the people that you meet en-route, reflect something of the great diversity of England.

Destinations	Lake District, North Yorkshire
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

Rollup, rollup for just the first half of Wainwright’s masterpiece! This is a chance to walk part of the famous Coast-to-Coast walk, getting a taste of Britain’s long distance hikes. This itinerary traverses The Lake District national park ending at the quaint market town of Kirkby Stephen. Pass through the dramatic landscapes of the Lake District, majestic lakes, rugged mountains, working hill farms and pretty villages, many of which include a fine traditional pub. Emerging from the mountains of Cumbria and looking east towards the Yorkshire Dales you reach your journeys end; not quite Coast to Coast but a fulfilling time of walking through some of England’s best mountain scenery.

Destinations	Lake District
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

The second half of Wainwright’s masterpiece, from the Pennines into the Yorkshire Dales and over the mystical Nine Standards Rig, before following the beautiful River Swale for a couple of days into the old market town of Richmond. There follows a marathon section to link up with the North York Moors National Park from where we roller coaster around to the North Sea Coast to make a triumphant entrance into Robins Hoods Bay where a celebratory pint, bottle of Champagne or ice cream whilst standing in the sea is in order. Along the way you will be amazed at the variety of the dry stone walls, the charming little villages and just how much that you get to eat for a full English cooked breakfast!

Destinations	Lake District
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

Officially opened in May 2003 after many years of negotiations with landlords and farmers to finalise the exact route which stretches 83 statute miles/133 km across town and country, forest and moorland, World Heritage Site and National Park. It is a great walk, with a lot of scenic variety from the modern, busy cityscapes of Newcastle Upon Tyne to the red sandstone hues of medieval Carlisle, from industrial Tyneside to the quiescence of Bowness on Solway. From the barren blustery heights of Highshields Crags in the Northumberland National Park; to the lime green pastoral scenes of the Eden valley. Omnipotent along the route the Wall snakes its way. In sections interrupting a housing estate here, popping up under a road there. Then from being little more than a grassy bank it transforms into stone and rollercoasters over crag tops and down into impressive fort like structures such as at Birdoswald and Housesteads.

Destinations	Cumbria, Lake District, Tyne & Wear, Northumberland
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

The complete South Downs Way, stretching for a hundred miles over a rare area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in an otherwise crowded southern England, follows the chalk (soft limestone) ridge just to the North of the popular seaside towns on the Sussex and Hampshire coast. At intervals the hilly downlands are broken by “wind gaps” or river valleys, mixing the ridge walking with some meandering visits to beautiful rivers such at the Cuckmere, Arun, Ouse and Meon with their associated villages. Most of the route is ancient, made up out of the old droving roads that took animals and goods between the market towns of the region. There are many historical features, including a couple of remaining round towered Saxon churches, ancient “Dew Ponds” providing water on the high Downs for cattle, cross dykes and tumulus burial sites, Bronze Age hill forts and rings. This is a leisurely paced walk with extra time to explore old churches, dawdle through Cuckmere Haven, picnicking on some high down, or poking around lowland villages.

Destinations	England
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

Once upon a time in the 8th century, there was a ruthless King of Mercia called Offa. Such trouble had he from Welsh marauders nibbling at the toes of his kingdom, that once and for all he decided to define his territory and built a huge earthwork to do so, generally following the high ground with commanding views into the mountains and down into the valleys. Today the remaining 80 miles of embankment forms Britain’s longest archaeological monument and the basis of this famous walk. Criss-crossing the border between England and Wales more than 10 times, the Offa’s Dyke National Trail path follows some of the finest scenery in both countries for 177 miles (285 km). Our walk follows the southern half of this trail from Chepstow to Knighton, (about half this walking distance in total). It is a journey packed with interest through patchworks of fields, over windswept ridges, across infant rivers, by ruined castles and into the old border market towns. Traditional farming methods have more or less remained intact and the hedgerows, oak woods and hay meadows form good wildlife habitats, home of buzzards and the rare Red Kite. You might even discover the even rarer Welsh Red Dragon!

Destinations	England, Wales
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

A weekend of easy-going, family-friendly mountain biking in the beautiful Cairngorms National Park. Two days of cycling, setting off from the front door of Fraoch Lodge to enjoy some of the most stunning scenery the Highlands have to offer. Using the local Steam Railway at the start or the end of the day, these two easy days of biking explore our wonderful native Caledonian pine woods, beautiful lochs and open heather clad heath-land, all with the backdrop of the high Cairngorms.

Destinations	Cairngorms National Park
Activity	Family, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

The trails in the Cairngorms National Park provide some world-class mountain biking. There are miles of off-road tracks criss-crossing the moors and hills. We picked out three of the classic routes which can be done from our front door, meaning that once you arrive you won’t need to get back in your car until the end of your trip and neither will you need to ride the roads on your bike.

Destinations	Cairngorms National Park
Activity	Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

One day to two week bike rental including road bikes, hybrid bikes (trekking bikes), mountain bikes, kids bikes and even a tandem. Helmets, locks, pumps and toolkits are supplied free with each hire. We are also happy to rent panniers, child seats, trailers, cycle computers and other accessories you might need on your trip.

Destinations	Scotland
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour

This short Two Day Eastbourne Circular walk is ideal if you have limited time. It makes a perfect South Downs Way weekend walking break, incorporating some of the most spectacular scenery on the route.

Destinations	South Downs National Park
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

If you haven’t got time to do the whole of the South Downs Way, this Winchester to Amberley route is ideal to do over a long weekend. It will give you a good taster and you’ll definitely want to come back to complete the rest of the South Downs Way! The first 2 days are both long so you’ll need to bit fit and used to walking long distances.

Destinations	South Downs National Park
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

96 miles (154 km) ~ 7 days walking

Also available in shorter segments or as a custom itinerary - get in touch for more information.

The West Highland Way is Scotland’s premier walking route linking the Central Lowlands to the Highlands on a wonderful journey that encounters lochs, moors, glens and mountains.

The Way begins at Milngavie passing through Mugdock Country Park and over Conic Hill to follow the shores of Loch Lomond. Continue north past Ben Lomond, Glen Falloch and over Rannoch Moor to atmospheric Glencoe and the Devil’s Staircase before descending to Kinlochleven. The final day of the walk is across Lairigmor into Glen Nevis to finish at Gordon Square in Fort William, end point of the route.

The West Highland Way is an experience like no other.

Destinations	Fort William, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Strenuous

73 miles (117.5 km) ~ 6 days walking

Also available in shorter segments or as a custom itinerary - get in touch for more information.

The Great Glen Way stretches from Fort William in the shadow the mighty Ben Nevis to the Highland Capital of Inverness crossing a breath-taking landscape of lochs, hills and forests, with glorious views over Loch Ness.

The Great Glen Way offers a great introduction to Highlands long distance walking and although mostly on low-level terrain there are some challenging sections alongside Loch Ness. On leaving Fort William you will first encounter Neptune’s Staircase, a series of eight locks linking sea Loch Linnhe to the Caledonian Canal built by the Victorian Engineer, Thomas Telford in the early 19th Century.

Continue on past beautiful Loch Lochy and Loch Oich to the world-famous Loch Ness, home of myths and legends, overnighting in iconic highland villages of Fort Augustus and Drumnadrochit where the best selection of Scottish food and drink is on offer before reaching Inverness Castle, the end point of the route.

Destinations	Inverness, Fort William
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

78.5 miles (126 km) ~ 7 days' walking

Also available in shorter segments or as a custom itinerary - get in touch for more information.

Thurso, the northernmost town on mainland UK, is the base for the first three nights on the North Highland Way from where you will explore this remote area of Scotland beginning in the eastern section of John O’ Groats, Duncansby Stacks and Dunnet Head with an optional day trip by ferry to the Orkney Islands, famous for their rich Viking Heritage.

Further stages include Strathy, Bettyhill and Tongue where, during the summer months the puffin bird colonies will be active. Continue west to Durness, with a ferry trip across the Kyle and walk to the iconic Cape Wrath where the lighthouse built in 1828 and is a Category A listed building offering wonderful views all around over the open sea.

A further optional extra of a day walk out to the magnificent beaches at Sandwood Bay on the dramatic Atlantic coastline is also available from Kinlochbervie. Walk out past the hamlets of Blairmore, Batrick and Shegra to be rewarded by your arrival with a mile of golden sand dunes enclosed by rocky cliffs and a giant sea stack to complete the dramatic scene.

Destinations	Caithness
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Strenuous

65 miles (105 km) ~ 6 days walking

The Arran Coastal Way is a magnificent circular walk around the perimeter of the beautiful Island of Arran, often described as ‘Scotland in Miniature’ because it compresses the best of Scottish scenery into its petite size of only 20 miles long by 10 miles wide.

The north of the island is ruggedly mountainous, with granite peaks and deep glens, resembling the Scottish Highlands, whereas the south is more gentle with low-lying farmland, wood and moorland.

Although mostly at low level, it includes some occasional rock scrambling and an optional climb over the island’s highest peak, Goatfell (874 m). Explore a fascinating mixture of seaside paths, forest trails, tidal beaches and rolling hills with all around spectacular views across the Firth of Clyde to the east and the Kintyre Peninsula in the west.

Destinations	Hebrides
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

72-153 miles depending on route

The theme for this cycle tour is castles - there are lots of them. But it’s just an excuse to spend a few days exploring a wonderful area and staying in some special places. There are big castles at Clun, Montgomery & Ludlow and fortifications everywhere. A more relaxed holiday spending two nights at Clun and Church Stretton, with a final night in Ludlow. Easy to moderate cycling. Our special route guides and maps offer lots of alternatives.

Destinations	Shropshire
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

50-97 miles depending on route

A classic cycle tour. Staying at beautiful riverside hotel on the River Teme and The Castle Hotel in Bishop's Castle. Easy cycle rides along valleys of the Teme, Redlake and Clun. A relaxing way to explore the borders and special places like Bishop's Castle, Montgomery, the Stiperstones and Hopton Castle. Total 50 miles, opportunities for longer rides each day up to 97 miles.

Destinations	Shropshire
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

Approx. 48 miles, with a choice of day rides

Cycle through a string of "Black & White" Villages, each with their own teashop, inn and unique history. These medieval villages welcome you with great food and a friendly atmosphere. A very adaptable tour for groups of friends - with something to please everyone. Total 48 miles plus a choice of day rides.

Destinations	Herefordshire
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

Approx. 94 - 153 miles depending on route

A unique cycling holiday through the Shropshire hills, visiting small craft breweries, a vineyard and experiencing the very best of local food. Fantastic scenery and brilliant cycling in the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You stay at Lion Hotel on the River Teme, two nights at The Castle Hotel in Bishop's Castle and two nights at The Charlton Arms, Ludlow. Easy cycling (moderate if you choose the longer routes). Total 94 or up to 153 miles.

Destinations	Shropshire
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

Total 115 miles

A stunning cycle tour, which gradually leads you to the world-famous Ironbridge Gorge - the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. This cycle tour covers slightly longer distances (up to 32 miles a day), but with lots of interest all the way. Staying at Clun, Church Stretton, Ironbridge and Ludlow. Total 115 miles.

Destinations	Shropshire
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

Total 141 miles

The Brecon Beacons dominate the landscape of the Welsh borders. This tour leads you down to the River Wye, around the base of the Brecon Beacons and over the spectacular Gospel Pass.The cycling is easy to moderate in the valleys - but challenging across The Gospel Pass! Total 141 miles.

Destinations	Brecon Beacons National Park
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Strenuous

Approx. 126 to 174 miles depending on route

We are delighted to be able to offer a cycling holiday along the best part of the Welsh National Cycle route (Lon Las Cymru) in Mid-Wales. This seven-day tour takes you through the Black and White Villages from Presteigne to Hay on Wye where you stay for 2 nights. Then cycle up the Wye Valley through Builth Wells to the Elan Valley and Red Kite country. Two nights at Rhayader. Final night in Teme Valley. Easy to moderate cycling with one difficult day of 37 miles and two hills.

Destinations	Powys
Activity	Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

Approx. 200 miles (322 km)

An epic self-guided bike adventure from Newcastle to Edinburgh, one of the classic bike routes in the UK, a stunning ride that is accessible to all. Travelling on the National Cycle Network Route 1 the tour begins in Newcastle where you follow the River Tyne through Newcastle to Tynemouth and the North Sea. From here you follow the coast up to the Berwick, past the many castles and exquisite coast line, and into the Scottish Borders. After crossing into Scotland you cycle along the glorious Scottish Borders to the town of Melrose and home of Rugby Sevens!. The final leg heads north towards the Scottish capital, through the lovely Moorfoot Hills where you get our first wonderful view of Edinburgh. We can also arrange for tours that wish to stay on the coast after Berwick, following the Scottish coastline north to Dunbar, then west through Portobello to Edinburgh. Please enquire for more information.

Destinations	Scotland, England
Activity	Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

Approx. 174 miles (280 km)

Hadrian’s Cycleway is an historic cycle route across the northern frontier of the ancient Roman Empire, and probably the least challenging of our coast to coast routes. As well as cycling along the UNESCO heritage site, you also skirt the north-western Lake District, cycle around Solway Coast AONB and over the Pennines before descending down to the River Tyne. Beginning in Ravenglass (or some prefer Whitehaven) Cumbria and finishes by cycling along the Newcastle Quayside, through Walsend! and onto Tynemouth, the picturesque village and it’s beautiful priory. It’s a route packed with ruins, museums, heritage sites and the beautiful towns of Cumbria, Northumberland and Tyne and Wear. Vindolanda being one of those ruins, an archaeological site and museum near the highest point of the tour, that reveals more every day about life in Roman Britain. Hadrian’s Cycleway is a route that is flat at both ends with the main climbing done from Brampton to Once Brewed. Our tours allow you to choose how long you would like to spend discovering this area, we have tours from two to six cycling days and we can of course arrange days off for you to spend extra time in the towns you choose.

Destinations	Cumbria, Tyne & Wear, Northumberland
Activity	Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

Approx. 136 miles (219 km)

The C2C is the classic coast to coast cycling tour across England, 136 miles (219 km) of beautiful and challenging roads, lanes and cycle paths. Open Road Open Skies offer flexible C2C cycling holidays for pair and groups of all sizes. Beginning in Whitehaven on the west coast the route heads straight into the Lake District, followed by the crossing of the Pennines before dropping into the Tyne Valley on the east coast. The route is considered one of the most scenic in the UK, as well as being a right of passage for most club cyclists in England,and is full of stunning views, picturesque towns and villages. It’s also a tour full of options and detours and therefore is suitable for most bikes: road, hybrid and mountain.

As well as passing through the Northern Lake District, it also crosses the Pennines, known as the Roof of England, and goes over the highest point on the National Cycle Network – Black Hill. While riding through the beautiful Lake District and Pennine towns, it also passes through the Keswick, Penrith, Newcastle and Tynemouth – all places worthy of a visit in their own right.

Destinations	England
Activity	Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Strenuous

Approx. 170 mile (274 km)

The Way of the Roses is a 170 mile (274 km) route through some of the most scenic and historic places in England. Open Road Open Skies offer flexible cycling holidays across the Way of the Roses for groups of all sizes. Beginning in Lancashire coastal town of Morecambe it crosses the northern edge of the Forest of Bowland, through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales and Nidderdale, across the Vale of York as well as passing over the Yorkshire Wolds on it’s way to the Yorkshire coastal town of Bridlington on the east coast.

It’s a tour of differing terrain, fantastic views and historical cities, not to mention the picturesque towns and villages you pass through along the way. The Yorkshire Dales is a glorious place to cycle; changing colours throughout the day, dry stone walls in unbelievable numbers, roads snaking up hills, not to mention the welcome, food and local brews. The cities of York and Lancaster need no introduction and are fabulous places to visit, full of fantastic history and buildings, and members of England’s thirteen Heritage Cities.

Destinations	England
Activity	Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Active, Biking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Moderate

This five-day walking itinerary from Amberley to Eastbourne allows you to cover the second half of the South Downs Way at a relaxed pace. If you only do one half of the South Downs Way, this is the half we’d recommend. The scenery gets more and more spectacular as you go on, culminating in the climax of the spectacular Seven Sisters and Beachy Head.

Destinations	South Downs National Park
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

This 7-day Winchester to Eastbourne walk is the perfect choice for anyone a bit short on time who is looking for a challenge. There are 3 long walking days (17-21 miles) so you’ll need to be quite fit. The last couple of days are relatively short though, so there’s a chance to recover before taking on the Seven Sisters near the end of the walk!

Destinations	South Downs National Park
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild

This 9 Day Winchester to Eastbourne walk is the perfect choice if you want to take things at a steady pace with no very long walking days. Choosing this 9 day South Downs Way holiday will allow you to really enjoy your surroundings and have some time to explore places of interest along the way.

Destinations	South Downs National Park
Activity	Active, Walking
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private tour
Physical Level	Mild