Top Walking & Cycling Tours for 2027

2027 is the year for adventure. These five routes top the wish list year after year. Here’s why they’re worth planning ahead for. 

Tour du Mont Blanc 

One massif, three countries, and the finest Alpine scenery in Europe. The Tour du Mont Blanc circles the highest mountain in the Alps through France, Italy and Switzerland – glaciers overhead, flower-filled valleys below, and a proper sense of achievement when you complete another day. It’s a challenge, no question. But it’s one you’ll be talking about for decades. Go traditional with hut-to-hut stays, or take on the trail In Comfort with hotels, luggage transfers and a hot shower at the end of each day. Either way, our Alpine specialists have walked every step – and July and August departures are always the first to fill. 

Camino de Santiago – a Holy Year in 2027 

2027 is a Holy Year on the Camino de Santiago – the first since 2022, and a once-in-five-or-six-years chance to arrive in Santiago when the cathedral’s Holy Door is open. Whether you walk the classic Camino Francés, follow the ocean along the Portuguese Coastal Way, or start in the mountains on the original Camino route - Camino Primitivo - the Camino crosses three countries and every kind of landscape – quiet farmland, medieval villages, and that unforgettable final stretch into Santiago’s old town. Walk for the spirit of it, the camaraderie of fellow pilgrims, or simply the joy of a long walk with your Compostela certificate waiting at the end. With routes and trip lengths to suit every fitness level, there’s a Camino for you – but Holy Year demand means 2027 dates won’t hang around. 

West Highland Way 

The West Highland Way is where Macs Adventure began – 96 miles from the edge of Glasgow to Fort William, past Loch Lomond, across Rannoch Moor and up the Devil’s Staircase, finishing in the shadow of Ben Nevis. It’s Scotland’s most famous long-distance trail for good reason, and after 20+ years arranging it, nobody knows it better than we do. Expect big Highland scenery, cosy nights in hand-picked guesthouses and inns, and plenty of Scottish culture along the way – a dram of whisky here, haggis and shortbread there. Finish it, and you’ve earned every bit of the story. 

Coast to Coast 

Dip your boots in the Irish Sea at St Bees, walk 190 miles across the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors, and don’t stop until you reach Robin Hood’s Bay. Wainwright’s Coast to Coast is England’s great sea-to-sea challenge – three national parks, endless variety, and a finish-line tradition of throwing your pebble into the North Sea. Walk it in one epic go or split it into sections. Either way, 2027 is the year to tick it off. 

Hadrian’s Wall 

Walk in the footsteps of Roman legionaries on Hadrian’s Wall Path – 84 miles from Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway along the best-preserved frontier of the Roman Empire. Forts, milecastles and museums line the route, with wide Northumberland views in between. It’s history you can walk through, and one of the most achievable of the UK’s classic trails – ideal if 2027 is your year to try a first long-distance walk. 

Here at Macs Adventure, we’re all about creating the perfect walking holiday. If you need a bit of inspiration, this tried and trusted collection will definitely point you in the right direction. 

1. Tour du Mont Blanc
   
   
2. Hadrian’s Wall
   
   
3. Coast to Coast
   
   
4. West Highland Way
   
   
5. Camino Le Puy 
   
   
6. Camino Portuguese Coastal Way 
   
   
7. Camino Frances

If you’re looking for inspiration to decide on the perfect cycling holiday, you can’t go wrong with these tried and trusted favourites.

1. Cycling the Canal du Midi
   
   
2. Danube Cycle Path 
   
   
3. Wine Trails of Umbria
    
4. Authentic Algarve by Bike 
   
   
5. Cycle the Loire In Style 

There are three different ways to explore our Discovery trips - Drive & Hike, Rail & Hike, and Self Drive. By combining rail and driving options with walking or cycling, you have the flexibility and freedom to cover more ground and explore entire regions the way you want. Experience the area's highlights and all it has to offer beyond the usual stomping grounds. By meeting locals, learning about their traditions, and discovering their heritage, you'll feel fully immersed in the place. 

1. North Coast 500
   
   
2. Outer Hebrides Island Hopscotch: Drive & Hike
   
   
3. The Highlands & Isle of Skye: Rail & Hike
   
   
4. Grand Tour of Scotland: Rail & Hike
   
   
5. West Highland Line: Rail & Hike

Unmatched expertise – since 2003, thousands of self-guided trips arranged by a team who genuinely know the trails. 

Hand-picked stays – cosy B&Bs, small hotels and guesthouses chosen for warmth, location and character. 

Hassle-free logistics – accommodation, luggage transfers, mapping and route guidance in our app. 

Travel at your pace – choose dates, daily distances and who you go with - we’ll shape the itinerary. 

Local insight – practical tips on must-see stops, detours and food that hits the spot. 
 
Still comparing holidays from holidays 2026 with tours in 2027? Most of our itineraries run annually with refined trip notes each season – so if you’re eyeing 2026 info now, the same routes will be ready (often improved) for 2027, with updated availability and difficulty grading. 

What are the top holiday destinations for 2027? 

For UK travellers, Scotland, England, Spain, France and Italy lead the way for 2027, offering reliable trail networks, great food, and easy transport. With 2027 a Holy Year on the Camino, Spain is set to be busier than ever. 

What are the top walking tours for 2027? 

The West Highland Way, Coast to Coast, Hadrian's Wall Path, Tour du Mont Blanc and the Camino de Santiago are set to be on everyone’s list – book early for first pick of dates. 

Why walk the Camino de Santiago in 2027? 

2027 is a Holy Year on the Camino – the first since 2022, and the only time the Holy Door of Santiago's cathedral is open. It's a once-in-five-or-six-years chance to arrive in Santiago at the most special time to be a pilgrim, whichever route you choose. Holy Year demand is always high, so 2027 dates won't hang around. 

Where is best for adventure travel in 2027? 

If you want iconic trails with easy planning, choose Scotland for the West Highland Way or northern England for the Coast to Coast and Hadrian's Wall. For Alpine drama, the Tour du Mont Blanc takes some beating. And for a journey with meaning, northern Spain in a Camino Holy Year is hard to top. 

What are the top cycling tours for 2027? 

Cycling the Canal du Midi leads the pack – easy-going, tree-lined towpaths from Toulouse to the Mediterranean, past vineyards, locks, and sun-baked villages. In Italy, pedal the Salento coastline on Cycle the Highlights of Puglia or discover UNESCO-listed Baroque towns on Cycle Sicily's South. For coastal riding, try Authentic Algarve by Bike or the car-free crossing from Venice to Poreč, linking Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia in one ride. And for a two-wheeled take on the 2027 Holy Year, the Camino Portugués by Bike rolls from Porto to Santiago in eight days.