Compass Holidays

Compass Holidays
Self-guided walking & cycling tours



Compass Holidays specialise in walking, cycling and activity short breaks and holidays in a variety of UK, European and worldwide destinations. Founded back in 1990, our vast expertise means we know how to plan an activity holiday that highlights the very best each destination has to offer.
A unique and active vacation with Compass Holidays allows you to get under the skin of the history, culture and natural beauty of some of the world’s most iconic and stunning locations.
Want to know more about the quality of our service? Take a look at our client testimonials.Our expert travel team will organise your holiday for you so that you can sit back, relax and enjoy your time away. Simply choose your activity, destination, dates and numbers and leave the rest to us.
Good to know
- 30 years' expertise
- Book with confidence: flexible rebookings
- Hand-picked, walker-friendly accommodations
Key information
Destinations | Europe, South Asia |
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Activity | Family, Active, Walking, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife |
Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Self-guided tour |
Compass Holidays tours
The Cotswolds Way (Chipping Campden to Bath)
Explore the classic Cotswolds scenery
Destinations | South West Coast Path, Cotswolds |
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Activity | Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife |
Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Self-guided tour |
Cotswolds Villages Walking Holiday
Easy-going walking holiday to the Cotswolds
Destinations | Cotswolds |
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Activity | Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife |
Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Self-guided tour |
The Lizard Peninsula
Self-guided Cornwall walking holiday
Destinations | Cornwall |
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Activity | Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife |
Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Self-guided tour |
What's included
All trips with Compass Holidays include the following services. Get in touch to find out more.
Accommodation |
All accommodation in hand-picked, walker-friendly B&Bs |
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Breakfast |
Full cooked breakfasts |
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Ground transfers |
Secure, door-to-door baggage transfer |
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Support |
Fully comprehensive tour pack with maps, available in English, German, French and Italian as standard. (Other languages available on request). Access to a smartphone digital app which offers GPS tracking for the routes (downloaded prior to save on data costs). Access to a 24/7 helpline in case of any emergencies. |
Why Horizon Guides?

Impartial guidebooks
Our travel guides are written by the leading experts in their destinations. We never take payment for positive coverage so you can count on us for impartial travel advice.

Expert itineraries
Suggested itineraries and routes to help you scratch beneath the surface, avoid the tourist traps, and plan an authentic, responsible and enjoyable journey.

Specialist advice
Get friendly, expert travel advice and custom itineraries from some of the world’s best tour operators, with no spam, pressure or commitment to book.