Country Walkers
Bicycling and Walking Vacations
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Something for Everyone
Travel Options
Whether you’re independent and spontaneous or love the cameraderie of a group adventure and appreciate insight from an expert local guide, we have the perfect travel option for you.
| Flex-Guided | Fully-Guided | Self-Guided | |
|---|---|---|---|
| A guided vacation with independent exploration | An exclusive, curated adventure in uncommon company | Private travel with freedom and peace of mind | |
| Perfect if you Like… | The camaraderie of a group, the comfort of having all important details planned & opportunities to get away on your own for a few afternoons or evenings | Everything thoughtfully planned, fascinating insights from knowledgeable guides & never having to take out your wallet | Freedom to explore at your own pace, navigating for yourself (occasionally getting a bit lost!) & having control over your trip |
| Max Group Size | 20 | 16-18 | 1-12 in your private party |
| Support | Local guides & independent activities | Local guides with the group 24/7 | Detailed maps, route notes, taxi transfers & local representative available 24/7 |
| Dining | Included multi-course meals & recommendations for independent dining. | Fine restaurants, gourmet picnics & home visits—virtually everything is included. | Included multi-course meal & recommendations for independent dining. |
| Boutique Accommodations | |||
| Flex-Guided Tours | Fully-Guided Tours | Self-Guided Tours |
Activity Levels
You don’t have to be an experienced hiker to benefit from the local access and insight you get on a Country Walkers Adventure. Find the perfect travel option for your activity level.
Easy Walking
Daily Hours:
Up to 4
Daily Distance (in miles):
2-6
Walking Surfaces:
Gentle with some uneven terrain
Daily Elevation (in feet):
Up to 750
Personal Fitness:
Light exercise weekly, active lifestyle
Easy-to-Moderate Walking
Daily Hours:
Up to 5
Daily Distance (in miles):
4-8
Walking Surfaces:
Gentle to rolling with some uneven terrain
Daily Elevation (in feet):
Up to 1,200
Personal Fitness:
Cardio exercise 2-3 times weekly, active lifestyle
Moderate Walking
Daily Hours:
Up to 6
Daily Distance (in miles):
4-10
Walking Surfaces:
Hilly with some steep/uneven terrain
Daily Elevation (in feet):
Up to 2,200
Personal Fitness:
Cardio exercise 3-4 times weekly, active lifestyle
Moderate-to-Challenging Walking
Daily Hours:
Up to 7
Daily Distance (in miles):
6-12
Walking Surfaces:
Hilly to mountainous with some steep/uneven terrain
Daily Elevation (in feet):
Up to 3,000
Personal Fitness:
Excellent physical condition, cardio exercise 4-5 times weekly
Challenging Walking
Daily Hours
Up to 7
Daily Distance (in miles):
6-14
Walking Surfaces:
Rugged, uneven, mountainous terrain with some sustained ascents and descents
Daily Elevation (in feet):
Up to 4,000
Personal Fitness:
Excellent physical condition, vigorous cardio exercise 4-5 times weekly, no ortho/cardio problems
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