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Why go on a self-guided holiday?

Self-guided holidays

It’s about time. Time is one of the most valuable aspects of a holiday. Taking time out from everyday concerns. Or finding the right time to fully enjoy a new adventure. But booking a holiday takes time, even when you choose self-guided holidays and walk or cycle independently. You need routes, recommendations, accommodations and a lot of research. On a self-guided holiday, we take care of all that time-consuming stuff, while creating itineraries that are inspiring and exciting. We also do a lot of the heavy lifting. Literally, as we move your luggage for you every day, when possible, along the trails. Which leaves you with the most important thing in the world. You time.

Top reasons for taking a self-guided holiday

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Flexible

Even though we guide you through the process, it’s still your holiday. So we have flexible booking dates, tweakable itineraries and plenty of options to skip or add a day here or there. 

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Comfortable

Our accommodation is carefully selected based on a variety of criteria including their proximity to trails, warm hospitality, fine local food or commitment to responsible tourism

Hassle-free

We have local experts who support you 24/7 and handle all luggage transfers along the trails. We also provide all the necessary trip notes and GPX tech wonders. 

Local 

Working closely with local partners, from hoteliers to hiking experts, we create holidays that are immersed in cultural heritage, where you meet with and support local people.

Dependable

Our adventure specialists help create holidays that work for you. No question is too hard, and no quirk throws us. We’re here to help you achieve your life list, not your bucket list. 

Sustainable

By creating independent itineraries that take you off the beaten path, we support families to keep living in some of the planet’s most precious locations. They are our planet’s stewards. 

Beautiful scenic walks, leaving the planning to The Natural Adventure. Our first self-guided break and what a relief to have everything planned for us except the fun part. The routes were well selected, the guides and app comprehensive. Accommodation, hosts and food all excellent. A very well curated experience.

– Ruthc10p from Edinburgh