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Slower adventures

Whether you’re hiking or cycling, our Slower Adventures are a blend of picturesque trails and laidback exploration. Whilst the active days are still certainly active, they’re slightly shorter and more easy-going than our other trip types.

Alongside active days, you’ll have free time to savor your surroundings. Wander the streets of nearby towns and villages, visit a local vineyard, explore heritage sites, or simply spend the afternoon grazing. La dolce vita!

If there’s a lot to see in a particular place, you may spend more than one night in the same location. But wherever you are, you’ll unwind in the relaxing atmosphere of charming inns and quaint hotels.

Make memories, take lots of pictures and explore the place at your own pace.

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Top slower adventures

  • Portugal

    Walking Sintra to Cascais

    Walk through the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, and discover palaces, castles and monasteries.

    • Walking
    • 5–7 days
    from$1,640CAD pp
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  • Switzerland

    Best of the Bernese Oberland

    Explore the Bernese Oberland on foot with a choice of classic hikes between alpine villages

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    from$4,255CAD pp
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  • Gorgeous views
    Italy

    Relaxed Trails of the Amalfi Coast

    Relaxed Amalfi itinerary with time to explore beautiful Ravello, Positano and the ruins of Pompeii

    • Walking
    • 7 days
    from$3,185CAD pp
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  • Scotland

    Walking in the Scottish Highlands

    Explore the Scottish Highlands with impressive walks focusing on castles, history and whisky

    • Walking
    • 5–8 days
    from$1,885CAD pp
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  • Spain

    Walking in Catalonia

    Discover the varied landscapes of Catalonia, from dramatic coastline to medieval mountain villages.

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    from$2,365CAD pp
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  • Republic of Ireland

    Walking Ireland's West Coast

    Explore the Burren, Cliffs of Moher and Aran Islands of Ireland's Wild Atlantic Coast

    • Walking
    • 7 days
    from$2,035CAD pp
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  • Italy

    Relaxed Trails of Tuscany

    A relaxed and easy-going hiking tour of Tuscany, with time for cultural and historical immersion

    • Walking
    • 7 days
    from$2,325CAD pp
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Reasons to pick Slower Adventures

Still unsure? Here are 6 reasons why your next trip should be a Slower Adventure.

  • Be immersed

    Fill up on fresh local fare, rich history, eye-widening views and dynamic terrains with native flora and fauna. An authentic experience awaits…

  • Charming Places To Stay

    Wake up feeling refreshed and ready for the adventure ahead in hand-picked local accommodation that’s welcoming and cozy, like a home-away-from-home.

  • Relaxed pace

    With typically shorter days of walking or cycling, there’s more flexibility to explore, sightsee or relax. There’s also the option to hire an E-bike if you’d like to speed things up.

  • We've got you!

    Have all the route info and maps in the palm of your hand with our easy navigational app (no internet service needed). And we’re here for you 24/7 just in case you need us.

  • Convenience included

    We want your trip to run like clockwork, so once you’ve chosen your route, date and duration, we do the rest. From accommodation and bag transfers to logistics and personal recommendations. No need to lift a finger.

  • Tried and tested itineraries

    Our trips have been built with our knowledge and expertise and we make in app recommendations based on our first-hand experiences. Must-visit foodie spots, secret vantage points, special sights- you get the idea.

More slower adventures

  • Spain

    Walking in Catalonia

    Discover the varied landscapes of Catalonia, from dramatic coastline to medieval mountain villages.

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    from$2,365CAD pp
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  • Picture-book village of Hallstatt
    Austria

    Walking the Salzburg Lakes

    Explore the Salzburg Lakes on foot and immerse yourself in Alpine culture, towns and cuisine

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    from$2,210CAD pp
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  • Portugal

    Porto & the Douro Valley

    Explore vibrant Porto and walk through the golden rolling hills of the Douro River Valley.

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    from$2,825CAD pp
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  • The sound of Alpine cowbells is never far away
    Switzerland

    Lucerne Lakes and Mountains

    Experience the best of central Switzerland on this 8 Day inn-to-inn hiking vacation

    • Walking
    • 5–8 days
    from$3,040CAD pp
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  • Portugal

    Cycling Portugal's Atlantic Coast

    Enjoy easy-going, flat cycling from Porto south along the rugged Atlantic coast.

    • Cycling
    • 7 days
    from$1,855CAD pp
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  • France

    Walking in the Dordogne

    Relaxed hiking through Dordogne’s UNESCO valleys, prehistoric sites & medieval villages

    • Walking
    • 5–8 days
    from$1,745CAD pp
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