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Self-guided walking in unspoilt Europe

Seek the still-vibrant rural soul which infuses the lesser-known areas of southern and central Europe and the UK with On Foot Holidays. Find the beauty that arises from the harmony of man, history, culture and landscape. Our mission is to give you the freedom of discovery, walking at your own pace, exploring quiet footpaths and villages along the way.

You will normally stay in small, family run accommodation and will fortify the inner man as the locals do – with home grown foods and the best local wines. And we carry your luggage, so that you can concentrate on enjoying the mountains, meadows and coasts. Our routes are designed by locals, and have a goal – somewhere great to arrive at. Search here for holidays for all walking abilities and tastes.

But most of all, we love to talk to you, so contact us for the best and most personal service you will get from any walking holiday company. We can advise on the routes that will suit you best, and if you’re thinking of combining two holidays as part of a longer tour, see our recommendations for ‘route pairing’ and suggested rail connections here.

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Walking and eating in Catalonia

Walking and eating in Catalonia

Wednesday 16th April | Posted by On Foot Staff

We've always considered that a good meal at the end of the day is crucial to making a walking holiday into a great walking holiday. It's so much more than just fuel - it's an experience in itself, and a celebration of what you've achieved during the day. We and ...

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Looking out for some well-known film locations

Looking out for some well-known film locations

Thursday 27th February | Posted by On Foot Staff

If you're a keen movie-goer, you probably also like to keep a lookout for well-known film and television locations while on your travels. We've scoured our maps for some familiar places you might want to spot on our walking holiday ...

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A great place to finish your walk

A great place to finish your walk

Wednesday 12th February | Posted by On Foot Staff

When designing the On Foot Holidays routes, we always try to bring you to a destination that is really worth the effort - usually a delightful town or small city. They're places to stop for a while and celebrate your achievements, maybe spending an extra night or ...

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Dordogne with On Foot

By Three Craws on 20 May 2025

Fantastic walking experience

Lovely walking holiday through the countryside and small villages of the Dordogne. Fantastic wildlife, food and people.

Lovely walking holiday through the countryside and small villages of the Dordogne. Fantastic wildlife, food and people.

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On Foot provide such good service at every stage of the holiday. They provide friendly advice on the choice of route, travel options and accommodation. We enjoy the lenght of walks provided and the lovely hotels they find for us to stay in. The walking instructions are clear and they add to this with an excellent app with lots of useful information.


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Umbria with On Foot

By Todd on 20 May 2025

Hidden Gems in Beautiful Umbria

Taking a self guided walking tour with On Foot Holidays is often exhilarating for many reasons. For Umbria, we found the gems in the unique hilltop me...

Taking a self guided walking tour with On Foot Holidays is often exhilarating for many reasons. For Umbria, we found the gems in the unique hilltop medieval villages we walked through, or stayed in. In Labro, where the restaurant had a table reserved for us, was by far the best meal we had this trip in Italy, with a lively and friendly waiter. The entire village has been restored over the past fifty years by the heirs of the once reigning family, whose castle, and the village, are impeccable. Each day’s walk was varied and beautiful, and the gps and app’s field notes were full of information.

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From the first inquiries about this trip, and all of the 12 trips we’ve had with On Foot Holidays, we know we’re in good hands. There’s never a worry about the information due to their impeccable research, and working with their local contact so that it’s all up to date. We often ask our hosts how they like working with On Foot, and they always smile and say how much they appreciate working with a very professional tour operator. We’re looking forward to as many future trips with them as possible!


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Amalfi Coast with On Foot

By Avid4Adventure on 20 May 2025

Unforgettable Amalfi Coast Journey

My wife and I and our small (6kg) dog completely enjoyed our journey from Amalfi to Capri on foot. Each day brought unexpected views, interesting hist...

My wife and I and our small (6kg) dog completely enjoyed our journey from Amalfi to Capri on foot. Each day brought unexpected views, interesting history, excellent and friendly service, all on a route clearly crafted by experienced guides. The experience exceed expectations on every level, from the customized approach to our trip, to the routes that we would have never have been able to find on our own, all woven together with a fantastic app that housed all the info. We will be back!

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Great communication and itinerary customization were the norm. We changed our routing and brought our dog, and all of the planning made this seamless and a complete pleasure.


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Cilento National Park

By Todd on 19 May 2025

A New Experience in a Favorite Country

We chose Cilento in part because it’s in a lesser visited part of Italy, with small villages and great walking in between. Since it’s in southern Ital...

We chose Cilento in part because it’s in a lesser visited part of Italy, with small villages and great walking in between. Since it’s in southern Italy, we were able to start in late March, with cool, overcast skies, lonely walks and welcoming inn keepers. We experienced seaside hugging hills, ridges draped with medieval-aged towns and the summit of Monte della Stella at 1,125 meters. Every day, we knew that On Foot Holidays, our tour operator, had personally vetted excellent hosts, trails, and restaurants. At every junction, we knew that we were safe, and our task was to enjoy our holiday.

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After nearly three years and 12 unique and wonderful trips with On Foot Holidays, my wife and I have already booked three more trips, and are enjoying the process of adding more in the future. That’s how highly we think of On Foot Holidays. Everyone we’ve ever been in contact with in their office, for any reason, has quickly responded to our inquiries, and provided clear and concise information. Their pre-trip planning is incredibly thorough, from bus and train schedules, to a taxi connection who’s always, not just on time, but typically 10 minutes early. Their inn keepers are warm and welcoming, and always talk about how thorough On Foot is. We know that each trip is well researched, and that we never have a doubt as to our enjoyment, and most of all, safety.


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Dordogne with On Foot

By CMALLOW on 19 May 2025

Absolutely brilliant holiday experience

Our 6 day walk in the beautiful Dordogne was like walking in a dream. Fairytale castles and bucolic villages abounded, strung together by wildflower ...

Our 6 day walk in the beautiful Dordogne was like walking in a dream. Fairytale castles and bucolic villages abounded, strung together by wildflower lined paths in dappled shade. All designed by OnFootHolidays to provide the maximum enjoyment while providing enough walking challenges for the fit and unfit alike.

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All communications were prompt and accurate and the people were very pleasant to deal with. Transfers and pick ups were on time and staff were friendly and helpful. Walking instructions were accurate and detailed. Accommodation and meals were excellent.


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Castles of the Rhine

By Bodie on 16 May 2025

Fantastic Service and Wonderful Walk

Walking the Castles of the Rhine was a great walking holiday with stunning views, beautiful accommodation and with the usual excellent service from On...

Walking the Castles of the Rhine was a great walking holiday with stunning views, beautiful accommodation and with the usual excellent service from On Foot Holiday.

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Always friendly and helpful, a truly personal service.


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Northern Portugal with On Foot

By JMC25 on 15 May 2025

A lovely week hiking in Northern Portugal's national park

We spent 8 days walking in northern Portugal, most of which was in the Peneda-Geres national park, staying in B&B's, charming guest houses, small hote...

We spent 8 days walking in northern Portugal, most of which was in the Peneda-Geres national park, staying in B&B's, charming guest houses, small hotels, and the elegant Pousada Santa Maria do Bouro. We enjoyed walking on mountain paths, Roman roads, and rural tracks through small villages, farms, and vineyards. We had many opportunities to meet with local residents, and were always made to feel welcome. Great food and local wines, too. Our first time in Portugal and a terrific experience!

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OnFoot office staff were very responsive to all our questions, the pre-booking materials were helpful, and the on-trip App and trail notes provided more than sufficient guidance to ensure easy navigation. The selection of accommodations was first-rate, varying from comfortable B&B's with lovely hosts to lodging in a restored monastery/pousada. The local contact was always available the couple of times we had questions. The tour pricing provided good value for the experience. We'd travel with On Foot again.


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Welsh Borders

By Chris on 12 May 2025

4 sheep to every 1 person walking the Welsh Borderlands

My parents and I had a fantastic trip walking the Welsh Borderlands. We got lucky with amazing sunny weather. Traversing the rolling green hills, havi...

My parents and I had a fantastic trip walking the Welsh Borderlands. We got lucky with amazing sunny weather. Traversing the rolling green hills, having delicious beer at the inns we stayed in, and hopping the never ending quirky stiles were absolute highlights of the trip. The innkeepers and staff at Bishop's Castle, Clun, Knighton, Kington, and Hay-on-Wye were kind, thoughtful, and generous. The app through on foot was unbelievably helpful as were the maps and detailed walking instructions. We are certainly planning to do another on foot holidays trip in the future.

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Debbie, the on foot administrative manager, was very helpful and reliable. She was able to help us with all our accommodations and travel needs. Sarah, our local guide, helped us stay on track when we got a little lost from time-to-time. They were all reachable and kind.


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Northern Portugal with On Foot

By Vermonter on 10 May 2025

This Is the Real Portugal

Walking in northern Portugal is a treat not to pass up. Unique villages, gorgeous landscapes/vistas and people who are always welcoming. Interesting...

Walking in northern Portugal is a treat not to pass up. Unique villages, gorgeous landscapes/vistas and people who are always welcoming. Interesting architecture amid spring flowers and always flowering orange and lemon trees. This just might be paradise.

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On Foot Holidays has the best ideas for walking in Europe. Their assessments of walking information, including hiking grades and estimated walking times come from actual experience. Seems like everyone at On Foot is a walker. Accommodations and restaurant recommendations are always tops. Their GPS app makes following trails a breeze. There can't be a more competent, reliable and friendly staff in the, travel business.


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Mallorca: Serra de Tramuntana

By Tramuntana Trekkers on 9 May 2025

Tramuntana Mountain Trek Treat

Hiking trip in north west Mallorca in the Tramuntana mountains organized by On Foot Holidays. Linear trek with delightful boutique hotels and lots of ...

Hiking trip in north west Mallorca in the Tramuntana mountains organized by On Foot Holidays. Linear trek with delightful boutique hotels and lots of variety in the day to day hiking. Scrumptious food and sunny weather kept our group of 6 fueled and happy.

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This is my 5th On Foot Holidays hiking trip in the past 10 years. Excellent attentive service and a real interest in providing first rate service not only with meticulous planning to provide interesting hikes and special hotels at quite reasonable rates. I've gone with groups of 2 through to 8 and each time, On Foot delivered 10 out of 10 service.


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Andalucia

By Martin on 8 May 2025

Andalucía

My wife and I did the 5 night self guided walk with Onfoot Holidays in late April

My wife and I did the 5 night self guided walk with Onfoot Holidays in late April

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On Foot were excellent. Very professional and easy to deal with in the planning process. Followed up promptly when we had questions. Their support whilst we were on the actual walk was outstanding. There local on ground support is excellent.


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Devon

By Marc on 2 May 2025

Walking in Devon

Self guiding walking four day holiday across Devon from the Moor to the Coast. Amazing varied scenery, fabulous accommodation and a chance to see man...

Self guiding walking four day holiday across Devon from the Moor to the Coast. Amazing varied scenery, fabulous accommodation and a chance to see many aspects of Devon life.

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Walk organised by On Foot Holidays. The support they provided was excellent, the App guiding the walk was clear and easy to use. The accommodation was high quality and the supporting bag transfer went smoothly.


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Northern Portugal with On Foot

By MartinK on 2 May 2025

A Journey of Warm Encounters, Wild Landscapes and Quiet Wonders

This holiday was much more than a walk – it was a journey through generous landscapes and equally generous hospitality. We were deeply touched by the ...

This holiday was much more than a walk – it was a journey through generous landscapes and equally generous hospitality. We were deeply touched by the people we met, the care behind every detail, and the quiet beauty along the way. We returned with a head full of memories and a heart full of gratitude.

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We were really impressed with On Foot Holidays – everything was thoughtfully prepared, communication was clear and friendly, and we felt well looked after from the very first contact to the end of the trip. You struck a perfect balance between structure and freedom, and that made the whole experience feel relaxed and personal. Thank you for making it all run so smoothly!


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Andalucia

By cat on 1 May 2025

Andalusia and while villages

Stunning! varied rocky landscape, remarkable geological formations, beautiful vistas, passes and mountain ranges. A challenging, engaging and cultural...

Stunning! varied rocky landscape, remarkable geological formations, beautiful vistas, passes and mountain ranges. A challenging, engaging and culturally fascinating 7 days of hiking. Each small village where we spent the night had a unique character and great accommodation. This was an incredible experience, though not for the faint of heart, lots of not-so-easy rocky ascents!

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They're amazing- well organized, patient, detailed and accommodating.


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Andalucia

By Tuckeys on Tour on 28 April 2025

Walking in unspoilt region of Andalusia national parks.

Walking holiday with varied, interesting and sometimes challenging routes. Variety of styles of accommodation, regional food and wine. Plentiful birdl...

Walking holiday with varied, interesting and sometimes challenging routes. Variety of styles of accommodation, regional food and wine. Plentiful birdlife with Griffin Vultures overhead daily. Beautiful spring flowers. Culminating in 2 days in Ronda at the start of Holy Week.

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Efficient from initial enquiry to booking, itinerary, accommodation and recommendations of places to eat. Excellent app with lots of helpful info if area/public transport/ points of interest and includes daily route maps and alerts if going of route. All first class.


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La Gomera

By John on 19 April 2025

La Gomera

We booked our La Gomera walking holiday with On Foot because we had seen that they had won a sustainable travel award. Their web site looked good and ...

We booked our La Gomera walking holiday with On Foot because we had seen that they had won a sustainable travel award. Their web site looked good and they had a UK address. We thought that might help with communications. We have lots of experience in mountain areas and wanted to do a self guided walk, not as part of a group. On foot provided excellent support, their response to our questions before the holiday were very quick, clear and helpful. During the holiday we got excellent support in adapting the walk route and the amount we walked and the amount we used the luggage bus and local buses to suit our fitness and health at the time. The hotels were very good, in some locations there is not much choice! the maps and the GPS app were bothe excellent and helped us to stay on route.

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On foot were very efficient, helpful, well organised and flexible to our needs. All excellent.


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Mallorca: Serra de Tramuntana

By Brad on 15 April 2025

Lovely walk in Mallorca

We did an eight day walking holiday in Mallorca

We did an eight day walking holiday in Mallorca

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They were extremely efficient and helpful. By far the best we have used for walking holidays.


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La Gomera

By Parkeraj on 9 April 2025

Brilliantly organised and a wonderful experience

A seven day self-guided walking holiday on La Gomera. Stunning views and fascinating landscape. Luggage transported for us and comfortable, clean acco...

A seven day self-guided walking holiday on La Gomera. Stunning views and fascinating landscape. Luggage transported for us and comfortable, clean accommodation.

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We have used On Foot for several years. Their itineraries always seem to get the balance right between length of walk and difficulty. Clear instructions, good accommodation and helpful local rep. Food and wine are important too and On Foot get that!


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Andalucia

By N&K on 8 April 2025

Andalucia- White Villages of the Ronda Mountains

Bus from Malaga to Ronda then taxi to Zahara. Five days of self-guided walking through this lovely National Park. Dinner, B&B accommodation pre-booked...

Bus from Malaga to Ronda then taxi to Zahara. Five days of self-guided walking through this lovely National Park. Dinner, B&B accommodation pre-booked in small guest houses; heavy luggage taken from and to each venue via taxi. Final Night in Ronda and then bus back to Malaga. The scenery, hospitality and accommodation were all amazing!

Rating for On Foot Holidays:

On Foot Holidays are friendly and incredibly well organised. All the necessary detailed information was provided for self-guided walking in this relatively remote area. We also had an app which alerted us if we were straying from the designated path, which we did a couple of times. Very helpful local representive also on hand to answer any specific questions.


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La Gomera

By Blue & Family on 4 April 2025

Magical Walk in La Gomera

Wearing many layers in foggy cloud forest down to arid desert garden areas...and back up again! Very diverse and fascinating walk in a lovely, uncrowd...

Wearing many layers in foggy cloud forest down to arid desert garden areas...and back up again! Very diverse and fascinating walk in a lovely, uncrowded and magical island. Finished with a stay in the historical and elegant Parador hotel in San Sebastian. Every detail was meticulously covered by On Foot Holidays -- from walking route notes to inns to meals and transport. A very enjoyable and wonderful getaway!

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Always ready to help, the good folks at On Foot Holidays are walkers themselves and love travel and adventure and their love for that really shines through when they plan holidays for others. I know we are always safe and in good hands with them.

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