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Since 2014, Country Walkers and VBT have been working hand in hand, sharing expert staff, travel knowledge, offices, technology, and leader training to create exceptional experiences.
Guided Walking Tours
Traveling on foot with local leaders frees you to experience life in new and delightful ways. Let our insider expertise broaden your horizons.
Spend the night in an elegant turn-of-the-century palazzo in Genoa, or opt for a stay in a classic hunting lodge turned art-filled design hotel in the Scottish Highlands. Unwind in a panoramic outdoor pool surrounded by olive and fig trees, lavender, and thyme in Provence, or indulge in a leisurely afternoon tea at a generations-old country house hotel in the Cotswolds.
Inclusions
- Expert local leaders to introduce you to the best of your destination
- Off-the-beaten-path places you’d never find on your own
- Delicious multi-course meals–a majority are included
- A maximum of 18 fun-loving fellow travelers to share the journey
- Gracious accommodations that are a clean, comfortable home away from home
- Experts to handle all the details
- Air Packages include plane tickets, airport shuttles, and pre- and post-tour accommodations
Make Connections
On Country Walkers hiking and walking tours, you’ll get to know farmers in their fields, artisans in their workshops, and dine at the tables of local families.
Get Your Hands (a Little) Dirty
Enjoy hands-on experiences like baking almond pastries in Sicily or making pottery in Portugal. We’ll bring the wet wipes.
Explore Deeply
Whether walking in Van Gogh’s footsteps in Provence or exploring the beaches of New Zealand, you’ll make profound discoveries.
Meet Your Leaders
It’s easier to find local treasures when a local treasure leads the way. Every Country Walkers leader is proud to introduce you to their secret lunch spots, hidden lookouts, and friends in the community. Many are accomplished photographers, historians, musicians, or geologists–providing distinctive perspectives.
We've Got Your Back
We offer support throughout your journey, from our expert tour consultants—who are eager to help you prepare—to shuttle services, baggage transfers between hotels, and snacks and water along the route. For emergency travel services, our travel assistance partner is just a phone call away.
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Walking Tours
Canada: Banff National Park & the Canadian Rockies
Guided Biking
Starting from 6 days at
$4,495
If you’re looking for a Canadian Rockies cycling adventure that takes you deep into unspoiled landscapes, this is the one! Pedal the legendary Bow Valley Parkway, explore the turquoise shores of Lake Louise, and delve deep into the Rocky Mountains wilderness—leaving the hustle-bustle far behind.
Iceland: Reykjavík, Akureyri & Ísafjörður by Yacht
Guided Walking
Starting from 8 days at
$9,845
Unpack only once and enjoy the luxurious amenities of your Windstar yacht as you explore volcanic craters, marvel at majestic fjords, and learn about Iceland’s natural geothermal energy. Enjoy guided walking excursions featuring a perfect blend of active and unique local experiences at every port.
Portugal: Minho & the Douro Valley
Guided Walking
Starting from 7 days at
$4,595
On this Douro River adventure, Country Walkers takes you beyond the river to discover the hospitality of Portuguese royalty and the charm of ancient hilltop villages. Explore the famous vineyards of the Douro Valley—tasting superb vintages and enjoying a relaxing boat cruise along the river’s sunlit banks.
Guided Walking
Starting from 7 days at
$5,995
While most walking tours of Sicily omit the island’s southern half, this unique Sicilian adventure brings you south of Syracuse to explore the ancient city of Ragusa and the remarkable Oasi Nature Reserve.
Self-Guided Walking
Starting from 7 days at
$4,845
Subtropical beaches might not be the first thing you think of when picturing England, but Cornwall is full of surprises. Among the turquoise waters of the Cornish coast, you’ll find smooth beaches, sultry palm trees, and high-end seaside hotels.
Slovenia & Croatia: Lake Bled & Rovinj
Guided Walking
Starting from 7 days at
$5,445
While many hiking tours of Istria focus on either the sea or the mountains, this splendid adventure brings you both! Explore the Julian Alps in Slovenia and take a pletna boat ride on Lake Bled. Enjoy three nights on the Croatian coast in a five-star hotel with a private beach.
Switzerland: Zürich, Lucerne & the Alps
Guided Walking
Starting from 6 days at
$5,995
If you’re looking for a scenic walking tour of Switzerland that includes Zürich, Lake Lucerne, and the best of the Swiss Alps, look no further! Enjoy an enchanting boat ride on Lake Lucerne, then travel by train, by train, gondola, and cog rail past the famous peaks of Jungfrau, Monch, and Eiger.