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To celebrate the launch of Specialist Journeys, enjoy 15% off our 2027 tours with code Curious15. From archaeology and ancient history to remarkable gardens, follow your curiosity somewhere extraordinary. Book by 20 October 2026.

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Find the pace that suits you

A leisurely morning in an art gallery asks something different of you from a hilltop walk or a steep cobbled medieval street. Every holiday has an activity level—Light, Moderate or Active—to help you choose with confidence.

Our ratings consider the whole itinerary, including the terrain, daily walking distances, hotel changes, length of each day and time spent travelling between visits.

All our tours involve some walking and can include inclines, uneven ground and steps. We travel at a considered pace, with time to pause, look and talk. Knowing what to expect helps you choose a holiday you can comfortably enjoy.

Walk into the stories of remarkable places, with time to stop and take them in.

Activity levels: your questions answered

Light: Shorter travelling days and walking mainly on well-maintained paths. You’ll still need to be comfortable walking around the places we visit, including some steps and inclines.

Moderate: A reasonable level of fitness is needed for varied terrain, some steeper ground and longer days.

Active: A good level of fitness is needed. These holidays can involve difficult terrain, higher altitude and long days.

The terrain and daily walking distance, the number of hotel changes, how long the days run and how much time is spent travelling between sites. The rating reflects the holiday as a whole, rather than any single walk.

Yes. Walking is part of exploring the sites, gardens and buildings we visit. Light tours generally involve shorter distances and easier paths but can still include steps or uneven surfaces. Check the individual itinerary for details.

Have a chat with us before you book. Fitness is part of the picture, but so is how comfortable you feel with steps, heat, uneven ground or longer periods on your feet. Our team can talk you through the itinerary and help you decide whether it suits you.

It may be possible to sit out a more demanding visit, depending on the itinerary and practical arrangements. Please speak to us before booking if this is something you might need, so we can explain the options for your chosen holiday.

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