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Active Holidays


Active Holidays
Our wide range of active holidays allow you to enjoy cycling, walking, trekking and multi-activity experiences across the world. These trips are ideal for adventurous travellers looking to explore their chosen destination in an action-packed and exhilarating way, coming back home with improved fitness and a treasure trove of fantastic memories.

From cycling through the lush valleys of Cuba, trekking through Nepal, trekking to the top of Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro, to walking the scenic Path of the Gods along Italy’s Amalfi Coast, or kayaking through Vietnam’s striking Halong Bay – there is an active adventure for you!

Choose from our range of active guided group journeys, joined by an expert guide leading the way, to flexible self guided walking and cycling holidays. In addition, we offer an excellent range of hotels, situated in popular activity-based destinations around the world and hotels that offer wonderful active excursions. We can also help to tailormake your active holiday by adding on some of our energising active local tours, making your holiday extra special, for those wanting to try out a range of different sporting activities.

With more than 50 years’ experience, Trailfinders has the skill, knowledge and expertise to put together all the pieces for a memorable active holiday. Our expert travel consultants are mines of information, gathered from personal travel experience and are the best people to ask to create your perfect trip.
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OUR ACTIVE HOLIDAYS

Nobody offers more active holidays than Trailfinders.

For inspiration on choosing your next active holiday, take a read of our guide to the best active experiences in the world.

Here's a snapshot of some our most popular active holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, explore the destinations on this page for our complete range of Active holidays or give us a call and speak to one of our travel experts.
Everest Base Camp
Guided Small Group Trekking Tour
16 days / 15 nights

The mere mention of Everest evokes a wonderful sense of adventure...

Guide Price: €2,729 £2,275 pp

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Kilimanjaro Climb - Rongai Route (Exodus)
Guided Small Group Trekking Tour
8 days / 7 nights

Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain stands at 5,895m and a climb to its summit is one of the world’s greatest challenges...

Guide Price: €3,599 £2,999 pp

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Inca Trail & Amazon Adventure
Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
12 days / 11 nights

Travel from the heady heights of the Andes to the exotic lowlands of the Amazon on this journey through the best of Peru...

Guide Price: €2061 £1887 pp

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Walk Japan - Kumano Kodo Trail
Guided Small Group Walking Tour
12 days / 11 nights

Discover Japan on our walking holiday that ticks off the must-sees, explores its beautiful landscapes and takes you off the beaten path, too...

Guide Price: €4902 £3860 pp

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A Stroll in the Italian Dolomites
Self Guided Walking Tour
8 days / 7 nights

Stroll leisurely through the gorgeous valleys and mountain trails of the remarkable Italian Dolomites on this single centre, self guided walking holiday...

Guide Price: €1,819 £1,509 pp

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Cycle Vietnam and Cambodia
Guided Small Group Cycling Tour
13 days / 12 nights

Embark on a classic cycling adventure through the heart of Vietnam and Cambodia...

Guide Price: €2248 £1770 pp

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WHAT STYLE OF ACTIVE HOLIDAY IS FOR YOU?

Wherever you want to go, whoever you are travelling with and whatever your interests and budget we have the perfect active holiday for you. Perhaps you’re looking for a challenging trekking holiday or a more relaxed cycling holiday? Maybe you’re seeking inspiration for the self-guided walking holidays or a family friendly active adventure?

Choose from the below active holiday styles, or alternatively, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.

WHERE TO GO ON AN ACTIVE HOLIDAY

Our active holidays offer a huge range of cycling, walking, trekking and multi-sport experiences across the world for the adventurous traveller.

Nepal is perhaps the world’s number one trekking destination, while Costa Rica is renowned for its adrenaline-filled activities, and Thailand is a haven for family friendly watersport opportunities. Whether you want to trek in Peru, walk along Italy’s coastlines, cycle in Sri Lanka, raft in Slovenia or try out a combination of different active styles on your next escape, we can help.

Choose from the below destinations to explore our range of active and adventure holidays in your desired location. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
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OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS FOR AN ACTIVE HOLIDAY

We feature a great range of hotels in a host of beautiful active holiday destinations, with something to suit all styles and budgets. Maybe you’re looking for an energising Alpine retreat or a magnificent riverside resort in Bali? Or perhaps it’s an atmospheric lagoon escape in Iceland with a variety of nearby hiking trails or a luxurious manor house in the rolling hills of the Douro Valley.

What you won’t find here are thousands of hotels for an active holiday to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay for a perfect active holiday and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.

For more of our recommended hotels that offer active excursions, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
Le Grand Bellevue
5star

Gstaad

Centrally located in the picturesque village of Gstaad, surrounded by idyllic parkland and framed by the beauty of the Alps, this restored 100-year-old property combines 20th Century grandeur with contemporary design.
Six Senses Douro Valley
5star

The Douro Valley

This superbly renovated 19th Century manor house is nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Douro Valley, with views of the stunning UNESCO listed vinelands and winding river below.
Nihi Sumba Island
0star
Perched on a dramatic stretch of coastline on the enchanting island of Sumba, this stunning resort offers ultimate privacy and unrivalled levels of service.
Hotel Husafell
4star

Western Iceland

Combining the comfort of a modern hotel with the unique wonders of Icelandic nature, this remarkable property takes you off the beaten track to discover rugged wilderness and hidden geological treasures.
Elephant Hills Tented Camp, Khao Sok National Park
3starplus

Khao Sok National Park

Shrouded by limestone monoliths and tangled verdant fronds lies Elephants Hills Tented Camp; Thailand’s first luxury rainforest camp.
Lefay Resort & Spa Dolomiti
5star

The Dolomites

Lefay Resort is conveniently just a short drive away from the popular ski resort of Madonna di Campiglio.

WHAT TO DO ON AN ACTIVE HOLIDAY

As well as some awe-inspiring active holidays, we offer a wide range of unforgettable active experiences.

One day you might be enjoying a guided horse riding tour with breathtaking backdrop views of the Drakensberg Mountains, South Africa, the next embarking on an energising Atlas Mountains hiking tour in Morocco. If Australia is next on your bucket list, perhaps you’d like to incorporate a luxury outer barrier reef sail & snorkel tour, swimming past the beautiful corals and marine life?

Our unmissable experiences around the world will really help bring your active and adventure holiday to life.
Chiang Mai Pedal & Paddle Adventure
9 hours
Departs: Thailand

Climb a waterfall, bike through teak forest and cruise to a floating restaurant for lunch in beautiful Sri Lanna National Park on this action-packed adventure.

Sky Tram & Sky Trek Zipline
4 hours
Departs: Monteverde

Defy gravity and glide through the forest on this high-flying adventure.

1 Night Yosemite Valley Tour - Yosemite View Lodge
2 days / 1 night
Departs: San Francisco

An overnight tour to Yosemite National Park is the best way to experience its stunning scenery.

Tongariro Crossing Guided Hike
7-9 hours
Departs: Whakapapa Village

Often described as New Zealand’s greatest day walk, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing traces a route through spectacular volcanic scenery taking in steam vents, emerald lakes and solidified lava flows.

Private High Atlas Mountains Half Day Trek
3-3.5 hours
Departs: Atlas Mountains

From serious mountaineers to casual day hikers, the Atlas Mountains is a trekker’s paradise.

Cape Town City Cycle
3 hours
Departs: Cape Town

With a beautiful backdrop of ocean and mountains, a bicycle tour of Cape Town is the best way to explore the city!

OUR ACTIVE HOLIDAY TOURING PARTNERS

Our range of carefully chosen touring partners provide several active ways to explore, ensuring there is always an active holiday for you, no matter where and how you want to travel.

Each of our touring partners share our philosophy of delivering award-winning travel at the best value, making sure you’re in safe hands as you travel.
Exodus Adventure Travels

The original small group adventure holiday and a company specialising in outdoors active holidays. Walking and cycling tours have been engrained in Exodus from the start, 50 years ago. Whether you are after a leisurely cycling tour in the Loire Valley, or a challenging climb up Mt Kilimanjaro, Exodus will have a tour for you.

Inntravel

Over the past 40 years, Inntravel have established themselves as the experts in self-guided walking, cycling and trekking holidays. Inntravel curate the most remarkable self-guided outdoors holidays in beautiful European destinations, complete with exceptional on-call support.

G Adventures

G Adventures has defined small group travel for over 30 years. With over 80 active small group adventure tours, get closer to your destination by hiking, biking, and multi-sporting your way through it. Look forward to top-notch equipment, experts, and adventurous opportunities on an active tour with G Adventures.

Intrepid Travel

For travellers yearning to get off the beaten track, Intrepid opens a whole new world. Intrepid’s active trips are pulse-racing adventures for those who like their travel with a dash of adrenaline. Opportunities to explore local culture are still embedded throughout, but the outdoor active excursions, are what they’re all about.

Explore

Discover destinations around the world with Explore's range of walking and hiking holidays - an ideal way to explore a destination in depth and take in its landscapes. From mountains to coastlines, deserts to villages, you'll get right under the skin of your chosen destination.

Active Holidays Top Tips From Our Travel Experts

Lauren McLeod -  expert
Lauren McLeod

Do one of Sydney's fabulous coastal walks. Coogee to Bondi is probably the most famous (and rightly so) but there are several other options including the stunning Rose Bay to Watsons Bay hike. Take a swimsuit and make a day of it stopping en route to swim in the quiet bays.

Ed Bailey -  expert
Ed Bailey

There's loads of exciting activities on offer in New Zealand for those looking for a bit of adventure, including hiking, mountain biking, ziplining, zorbing (think giant hamster ball!), and rafting.

Roie Mamane -  expert
Roie Mamane

The Grand Canyon is a hikers paradise! There are endless trails in and out of the canyon with scenery to take your breath away. I could spend weeks exploring all this place has to offer.

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