Guided Walking Holidays for Women UK and Worldwide
Hope Pilgrimage: Edale to Eyam, Peak District
Grade: Moderate
Dates: 7 - 11 April 2025 4 nights ALMOST FULL
A fabulous linear walk taking in the peaks and villages of the Hope Valley in the Peak District. Lots of highlights including Mam Tor and Stanage Edge.
Turkiye and Greece: Sailing and Sightseeing Grade: Leisurely
Dates: 19 - 26 April 2025 7 nights / 8 days
A fabulous, incredibly relaxing and interesting week onboard a traditional Turkish gulet. With exclusive use of the boat, we will relax and enjoy a week of wonderful visits to places of interest, leisurely swims in turquoise seas and freshly prepared food.
Highlights of Zimbabwe Safari
Dates: 23 April - 8 May 2025
Join expert guide, Jenny Bowen, on this adventure of a lifetime in Zimbabwe.
Peru: The Inca Trail and Machu Picchu Grade: Challenging
Dates: 30 April - 10 May 2025
Join us for this classic trail to the iconic Machu Picchu with time to acclimatise in the Sacred Valley pre-trek.
Rydal, Lake District Grade: Leisurely
Dates: 19 - 23 May 2025 4 nights 1 ROOM LEFT
This leisurely walking holiday is based in a beautifully tranquil location next to Wordsworth's house and Rydal Water. Not to be missed.
The Essence of Mongolia Grade: Sightseeing and Touring
Dates: 2 - 15 June 2025, Mon - Sun, 12 nights +1 overnight flight
A fascinating insight into the real Mongolia, off the beaten track and hosted by Mongolian women.
Peak Wesley Way: Matlock to Edale, Peak District Grade: Moderate
Dates: 7 - 12 June 2025 5 nights ONLY 3 SPACES LEFT
Something a little different - a Peak District linear walk sleeping in chapels along the way.
Northumbria: Bird Watching and Nature
Grade: Leisurely
Dates: 13 - 17 June 2025, Fri - Wed, 4 nights
A fabulous opportunity to join Madeline to explore the birdlife of this beautiful part of the country including the Farne Islands and Lindisfarne.
Dolomites, Italy Walking in Nature
Grade: Low Moderate Plus
Dates: 24 June - 1 July 2025 , Tues - Tues 7 nights FULLY BOOKED
Join us in the impressive Dolomite mountains for a week of walking in nature. The slopes will be covered in Alpine flowers and we hope to catch a glimpse of marmots. Staying at a traditional mountain lodge, this holiday is simply stunning. Your guide, Madeline, is a natural history expert and knows the area very well.
Fife Coast, St Andrews and the Isle of May, Scotland Grade: Moderate (with Low Moderate options available)
Dates: 21 - 27 June 2025, 6 nights
Join us to walk a stretch of the beautiful Fife Coastal Path. Staying in St Andrews and with a day trip to the Isle of May.
Dartington, Devon Grade: Leisurely, Low Moderate and Moderate
Dates: 7 - 11 July 2025, Mon - Fri 4 nights ONLY 1 SPACE LEFT
The perfect opportunity to explore Devon's coast and country from the lovely village of Dartington. This is a joint holiday with Wild Rambling.
Tour de Mont Blanc Hotel Trek Grade: Challenging
Dates: 16 - 26 July 2025 FULLY BOOKED Apply for waiting list
A stunning Alpine trek through France, Switzerland and Italy, taking in 5 high passes.
Causeway Coast Way, Northern Ireland
Grade: Low Moderate
Dates: 22 - 29 July 2025, 7 nights FULLY BOOKED Apply for waiting list
Explore the dramatic coastline between Ballycastle and Portstewart, taking time to explore the iconic Giant's Causeway.
Hebden Bridge Lesbian Break
Grade: Moderate
Dates: 6 - 10 August 2025, 4 nights FILLING UP FAST
What better place to enjoy a lesbian walking holiday than Hebden Bridge? Surrounded by wonderful moorland walks, it is a great base for a refreshing break.
Rye, Winchelsea and Dungeness, South Coast
Grade: Low Moderate
Dates: 12 - 16 August 2025 FILLING UP FAST
Join Barbara to explore this fascinating area along the south coast of England.
The Best of Hadrian's Wall
Grade: Moderate
Dates 22 - 26 August 2025, 4 nights
Explore the most interesting sections of Hadrian's Wall on this popular trip based in the Centre of Britain, Haltwhistle.
Isle of Wight Grade: Low Moderate
Dates: 1 - 6 September 2025, Mon - Sat 5 nights
The Isle of Wight is well known as a walking destination with a fabulous mix of footpaths taking in coast and country.
Classic Lake District Peaks: Borrowdale
Grade: Moderate to Challenging
Dates: 8 - 12 September 2025, 4 nights
Based at the fabulous Glarmara Hotel, enjoy a wonderful variety of walks in the most beautiful valley in England.
Isle of Arran, Scotland Grade: Moderate
Dates: 13 - 18 September 2025, Sat - Thurs 5 nights
Join Jo Bird on this wonderful walking holiday on Arran. Known as Scotland in miniature, expect lots of variety and some stunning views.
Beara Peninsula, Cork, Ireland Grade: Moderate
Dates: 23 - 30 September 2025, Tues - Tues 7 nights
Visit this stunning peninsula, full of colour, character, history and fabulous walking
The Essence of Bhutan
Grade: Sightseeing and Walking
Dates: 24 Sept - 7 Oct 2025, Wed - Tues 13 nights FULLY BOOKED Apply for waiting list
Join us for this very special holiday to a fascinating country - the kingdom of Bhutan
Norfolk Bird Watching : Snettisham Spectacular
Grade: Leisurely
Dates: 9 - 13 October 2025, Thurs - Mon FULLY BOOKED Apply for waiting list
Enjoy the North Norfolk Coast with Madeline. Lots of bird watching opportunities including the Snettisham Spectacular.
Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain
Grade: Leisurely
Dates: 17 - 24 October 2025, Fri - Fri
A relaxing week exploring the delights of this beautiful, tranquil island at a leisurely pace.
Nepal: Annapurna Foothills and Poon Hill Tea House Trek Grade: Moderate
Dates: 18 - 31 October 2025, Sat - Fri
An awe inspiring trek in the foothills of the mighty Annapurna range with time to explore Kathmandu and Pokhara too.
Camino de Santiago: Portuguese Coastal Route, Baiona to Santiago de Compostela
Grade: Moderate
Dates: 25 October - 1 November 2025, Sat - Sat
Join us on our journey to Santiago de Compostela using one of the quieter routes from the coastal town of Baiona.
Tunisia: Desert Experience
Grade: Moderate
Dates: 14 - 21 November 2025
Join Christel to explore the wonders of the Tunisian desert with Berber guides
New Year in Sheringham, North Norfolk Coast
Grade: Low Moderate with Leisurely Options
Dates: 29 December 2025 - 2 January 2026, Mon - Fri 4 nights FILLING UP FAST
Celebrate New Year with some wonderful inland and coastal walking in North Norfolk.
2026
Costa Rica: A Journey through Nature Grade: Sightseeing/ Bird Watching
Dates: 6 - 20 January 2026, Tues - Tues incl 1 overnight flight
Join us for this fabulous trip exploring the flora and fauna of this magnifient country with natural history guide, Madeline.
National Forest Lesbian Break, South Derbyshire
Grade: Leisurely and Low Moderate Plus
Dates: 17 - 21 February, Tues - Sat 4 nights
Join us to discover the unique environment of the National Forest, an environmental project blending ancient woodland with newly planted trees.
Guernsey, Channel Islands Grade: Low Moderate
Dates: 18 - 23 April (tbc) 2026 5 nights Apply for priority list
Join us to explore the many facets of the beautiful Channel Isands.
Turkiye: Walking and Sailing Grade: Low Moderate
Dates: 25 April - 2 May 2026 7 nights / 8 days
A fabulous, incredibly relaxing and interesting week onboard a traditional Turkish gulet. With exclusive use of the boat, we will relax and enjoy a week of wonderful walks taking in places of interest, leisurely swims in turquoise seas and freshly prepared food.
Llangollen Lesbian Break
Grade: Leisurely and Sightseeing
Dates: 4 - 8 May 2026, Mon - Fri 4 nights
A leisurely exploration of this lovely area including a visit to the home of the Ladies of Llangollen
Mallorca, Port de Pollenca Bird Watching and Nature
Grade: Leisurely
Dates: May 2026 tbc 7 nights
Join Madeline for this wonderful bird watching tour on the beautiful island of Mallorca.
Coniston, Lake District
Grade: Moderate to Challenging
Dates: 29 May - 5 June 2026, Fri - Fri 7 nights Apply for priority list
A fabulous week of walking in the Coniston area of the Lake District.
Japan: The Golden Route
Grade: Sightseeing
Dates: May 2026 Apply for priority list
Join us on this classic introduction to Japan taking in the main historic sights along the way.
Dolomites, Italy Walking in Nature
Grade: Low Moderate Plus
Dates: 21 - 28 June 2026 , Sun - Sun 7 nights
Join us in the impressive Dolomite mountains for a week of walking in nature.
Flamborough Bird Watching, Yorkshire Coast
Grade: Leisurely
Dates: TBC July 2026 4 nights Apply for priority list
Flamborough at this time of year is the ideal location for spotting puffins and many other seabirds nesting on the cliffs.
Northumbrian Coast
Grade: Low Moderate
Dates TBC 2026, 5 nights Apply for priority list
Enjoy the best of the Northumbrian coast on a linear walk, taking in 5 of Counry Living’s top 10 prettiest villages in Northumberland.
Walking in Albania Grade: Moderate to Challenging
Dates: early July 2026 tbc, Apply for priority list
A fabulous trek in the heart of the Albanian Accursed Mountains.
Wild on a Hill Grade: Leisurely, Low Moderate, Moderate
Dates: mid July 2026 tbc, Apply for priority list
Our annual joint holiday with Wild Rambling - location to be confirmed but possibly Cotswolds, South Downs or North Yorkshire...to be confirmed April 2025.
Western Mongolia: Land of the Eagle Hunters
Dates: 5 - 16 August 2026, including 1 overnight flight Apply for priority list
A journey to remote western Mongolia - off the beaten track staying with Mongolian eagle hunter families.
South Peak District Lesbian Break
Dates: August 2026 4 nights Apply for priority list
Based in beautiful accommodation near Matlock in Derbyshire, there is great walking in this lesser known area of the Peak District.
Causeway Coast Way, Northern Ireland
Grade: Low Moderate
Dates: 5 - 12 September 2026, 7 nights Apply for priority list
Explore the dramatic coastline between Ballycastle and Portstewart, taking time to explore the iconic Giant's Causeway.
Dolomites Trek, Italy
Grade: Challenging
Dates:12 - 19 September 2026, 7 nights Apply for priority list
A magnificent trek through the grandiose mountains of the Dolomites.
Isle of Arran, Scotland Grade: Moderate
Dates: 19 - 24 September (tbc) 2026, Sat - Thurs 5 nights
Join Jo Bird on this wonderful walking holiday on Arran. Known as Scotland in miniature, expect lots of variety and some stunning views.
The Essence of Bhutan
Grade: Sightseeing and Walking
Dates: TBC Sept /Oct 2026, 13 nights Apply for priority list
Join us for this very special holiday to a fascinating country - the kingdom of Bhutan
Llangollen and the Berwyn Hills, Wales
Grade: Moderate to Challenging
Dates: 5 - 9 October 2026, Mon - Fri 4 nights Apply for priority list
Join Rachel to explore the lesser known Berwyn Hills, a true hidden gem above Llangollen.
Amalfi Coast, Italy
Grade: Moderate
Dates: 10- 17 October 2026, 7 nights Apply for priority list
A wonderful opportunity to explore this stunning coast and surrounding area
Norfolk Bird Watching : Snettisham Spectacular
Grade: Leisurely
Dates: mid-October 2026, Thurs - Mon Apply for priority list
Enjoy the North Norfolk Coast with Madeline. Lots of bird watching opportunities including the Snettisham Spectacular.
Xmas Break: Rye, Winchelsea and Dungeness, South Coast
Grade: Low Moderate and Leisurely
Dates: 23 - 27 December 2026
This is a truly beautiful area of England's south coast, packed with interest.