You do the walking and we do the work – this is pretty much what we’re about at The Natural Adventure. We take care to craft perfect walking itineraries for hikers who like to choose their own pace, climb a col if they want to, or just hop on a cable car if the mood takes them. Leave the logistics, luggage and lunch spots from heaven to us. All you need to do is pick a trip and pack a bag. Our self-guided walking holidays appeal to all levels of adventurers, from coastal, colossal and caminos to wine trails and way-out-there treks of a lifetime. You may be travelling solo, or with your dog, on a family reunion or just stepping out of your comfort zone for the first time. Wherever you choose to lay your feet, rest assured that we have your back. All you need is your backpack.
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How to prepare for a hiking trip
If you are a weekend walker or just an avid step counter who wants to take a love of walking to the next level, here are our top tips on how to get ready for your next hiking adventure.
What to pack for a hiking trip
You don’t need to splash out on lots of new gear when preparing for your walking holiday, but there are a few key things that you need to ensure you are comfortable and safe.
Solo hiking tips for women
Our in-house travel writer shares her thoughts about going on solo walking holidays as a woman, the fears, the fun, the game changers and the gear, as well as the SECs appeal. Read more if you want to find out what that’s all about.
Our top centre-based cycling holidays
Although most of our cycling tours are self-guided, we also offer tours where you’re based in one place throughout. To fall out of bed and straight onto your bike, read more.
Tips on walking responsibly
Whether you are a committed outdoor adventurer or a newbie in our worldwide web of walking, here are a few ways to proceed with caution and respect on your next walking holiday.
Our top hiking boot tips
Getting the right pair of boots is a crucial part of kitting yourself out for an adventure. It can be the difference between the holiday of a lifetime or one where the abiding memories are painful ones. Read our expert advice.
Our top hiking jacket tips
If it’s time to say goodbye to your faithful friend and face the wide range of hiking jackets on offer, it’s easy to be bamboozled by tech talk. But from hardshell, softshell and lightweight jackets, we’ve got you covered.
Top walking holidays accessible by train
The European train network is a gift to natural adventurers. Check out our list of walking tours that are reachable by rail, followed by a few key pointers on how to book cheap train tickets.
Best coastal walking tours
Do you have the ‘coastal condition’? For some, it may be chronic, and for others, there may only be mild symptoms. Check out our list of seaside saunters. Warning: symptoms may worsen upon reading.
Our most popular easy walking holidays
We should really refer to them as ‘taking it easy’, because not everyone wants to be summiting at sunrise or counting cols as they go. We prepared a list of our most popular.
Hiking holidays with some of the best mountain walks
Hiking in the Alps, Carpathians or Pyrenees, to name but a few, is to experience poetry in motion. If you have a need to escape to mountains, keep reading for some of the most exquisite elevated trails, for those seeking moderate or more strenuous adventures.
Walking holidays to combine with city breaks
City breaks are a must sometimes when the culture vultures in us get peckish. However, we may also want to explore the countryside beyond. Here are some fine examples of where you can combine urban tales and tranquil trails.
Staying in a mountain hut on walking holidays
If you are seeking out remote trails with a bed, bathroom and a bit of banter at the end of the day, then here are some of our favourite mountain huts as well as some general hut hints.
Multi-country walking holidays
Here are our favourite walking holidays that span multiple countries, some already packaged as such and others that we can combine for you to create a cross-border combo of natural adventures and double the fun.
Everything you need to know about the Tour du Mont Blanc hike
The iconic Tour du Mont Blanc is heavenly, heavy going in parts and a happy place for so many. Our blog has all you need to know about the colossal circumnavigation. From accommodation to routes, prep to packing, it’s all in there.
Our seven best hikes in Italy
Where do we even start when it comes to picking the top trails in Italy? There are lakes, volcanoes, gorges, waterfalls and some of the country’s greatest summits in our list of its classical beauties.
Think big with our guide to the top long-distance walking trails
Long-distance trails appeal to people who seek both closure and composure. They take time and dedication, but are all colossal. Whether it’s the camino, Tour du Mont Blanc or the West Highland Way, read our tales of many long trails.
Our top tough walks
We categorise our tough walks as strenuous, walking between eight to ten hours a day, often in elevated and exposed regions. If you’re feeling ready for an adventurous challenge, here are our top toughies but goodies.
Overcoming the fear of solo travel
Our in-house travel writer shares thoughts on overcoming a fear of solo travel by learning to adventure in a way that suits her. Fear can creep in at any stage in life. But when you start to step beyond the comfort zone, it’s so worth it.
Full disclosure (and exposure) on hiking in Mallorca
Our in-house travel writer goes hiking in Mallorca, exploring some colossal coastal and mountain trails, and one very special beach. She discusses the issues of overtourism, fitness requirements, and also shares some spectacular photography of this Balearic beauty of an island.
