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10 Walking Tours in Europe Now Trending with Americans
More Americans are exploring Europe's hiking trails and having a fantastic time than ever before.
Whether you're interested in culture, food and wine; like to explore off the beaten track; are keen to cross off a bucket list route; or simply want to escape to the warmth of the Mediterranean, there's a walking tour that's perfect for you.
Discover the 10 walking holidays currently trending for Americans in 2024.
But first, how does a walking holiday work?
It's simple: our services include everything you need, just turn up and go!
✅ Cosy accommodation that's full of character
✅ Daily luggage transfers
✅ Helpful navigation app
✅ Any transfers
✅ Some delicious local meals
✅ 24/7 support hotline
✅ Guided tours feature a professional local guide & other like-minded travellers.
✅ Plus more great benefits. See the trip page for specific inclusions.
And is it still possible to book for 2024?
Plus, you can currently
save on your 2025 tour as next year's tour prices are locked in at 2024 rates... for now.
Top 10 Walking Tours for Americans in 2024
Read on to discover the top 10 walking tour itineraries loved by Americans in 2024, or get in touch with the team (call 1-866-441-6232 or
email us) if you need advice or questions.
10. Best of the Camino Guided Walk | Spain
Experience the highlights of the Camino de Santiago on this immersive, highly rated guided walk. Over 13 days, your group will enjoy an unforgettable time exploring the iconic Camino trail.
We enjoyed wonderful hotels, paradors, monasteries and other lodging and excellent meals while spending our days walking on the best, most scenic and historic stages of the Way of St James. Our Camino trail guide, Silvia provided a perfect balance of attentive care and information while allowing ample freedom to have our own experience. This was our third active travel trip arranged through UTracks and we remain 100% convinced that we enjoy this well planned, usually self guided, traveling method. We have already booked our fourth trip, for next May in Croatia. We are an active retired couple from San Francisco. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ C. Wallace.
9. Dingle Peninsula Walk | Ireland
The Dingle Peninsula is one of the most spectacular regions on Ireland's West Coast. Moreover, it is steeped in history, mythology and traditional Irish culture. There are plenty of small hamlets to enjoy good Irish cheer along the way and in the evenings you will stay at a selection of B&Bs, chosen for their good character, location and excellent Irish breakfasts.
The Dingle Way exceeded all expectations. It was a family trip to remember in a beautiful area. The route takes you off of major routes and you feel in an isolated little corner of Ireland, even though it's a well visited peninsula. We had one day of extreme mud and 6 days of beautiful weather. Rain jackets are a must but we got away with trail running shoes. Pictures do not do this place justice and the BnBs were superb! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ N. Gochnour. Ogden, USA.
8. The Cumbria Way | UK
The walk is a complete south to north crossing of the Lake District National Park and much of the county of Cumbria. English Lakeland is England’s most mountainous area and walking is unquestionably the best way to see this celebrated landscape, hailed over the years by the likes of poets, authors and painters.
We had so much fun on the Cumbrian Way! All of the accommodations were cozy with excellent breakfast and kind hosts. The directions provided (the printed book, the additional notes, and the GPX tracks) meant we never got lost. We had no worries at all--just woke up, ate breakfast, and walked through beautiful countryside every day. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ B. Morling, USA.
7. Austrian Lakes Walk
The UNESCO World Heritage listed Salzkammergut alpine region of Austria encompasses 76 crystal clear lakes, the Dachstein Glacier, lush summer meadows and impressive rock faces up to 3000 vertical metres high. During this inspiring walk around the lakes, there is ample time to appreciate the natural beauty of the region and the alpine villages of wooden chalets decorated with colourful window boxes while at night you will enjoy the warm hospitality of your hosts.
Our Austrian Lake trip through UTracks was amazing. The directions were complicated, but we figured everything out. Our accommodations were first class, as were our meals. Austria has to be the cleanest, and certainly one the of the most beautiful places, ever. Highly recommend. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ M. Ward; Indiana, USA.
6. Amalfi Coast Explorer | Italy
From the spectacular Amalfi coast to the fascinating ruins of Pompeii, to the historic centre of Naples and the beautiful island of Capri, this walking trip offers the very best of this captivating region.
Our Amalfi coast trip was wonderful! UTracks takes care of every detail, arranging personal transport, selecting cozy and charming accommodations, and an engaging itinerary. The trip notes provided ensure that you locate and identify important landmarks on your day hikes. Sorrento and Capri are beautiful! We especially enjoyed the tranquillity and authenticity of Agerola. Path of the Gods is a breathtaking hike with glorious views of the Amalfi Coast from the mountain top you traverse. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ S. Heaney; Scotts Valley, USA.
5. Walking in the Dordogne | France
A region full of elegant stone houses and medieval castles, the Dordogne boasts stunning scenery with a combination of villages, forests and farmland. Focused around the Dordogne River Valley, this itinerary has plenty of scope to absorb the history and culture of the Perigord.
This was an excellent trip. The hotels were some of the best that I have stayed in on a self-guided hike like this. The fact that it is half-board really makes it excellent value for money and all but one of the restaurants were excellent (the one exception wasn't bad...just ok). All in all, I have to say that I would highly recommend this trip. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ B. Brown Jr; Franklinton, USA.
4. Transylvania's Castles & Mountains | Romania
Explore some of Romania's most stunning mountain landscapes and soak up the unique culture of Transylvania on this inspiring walk, plus visit Bran Castle, home to the legendary Count Dracula.
My husband and I enjoyed Romania hiking very much. When we mentioned our destination to folks, a few eyebrows were raised, but I have to say the scenery was breathtaking, the routes were (somewhat) clear, and the price was on target. We particularly enjoyed the pensiunes; our hosts went out of their way to make us comfortable, and the food each night was outstanding! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ B. Schleusener; North Carolina, USA.
3. Walking in Puglia | Italy
This enriching walking trip combines archaeological and architectural treasures, with hiking through valleys and along coastal paths surrounded by landscapes of red earth, olive groves and vineyards.
Puglia trip was fabulous, and a huge part was due to our guide, Gianluca. His professionalism, respect, sense of humor, intelligence and knowledge of the area, (culture, history, flora/fauna, logistics), and caring attitude were much appreciated. He gave of his own time more than once to get our group oriented and happy in a new town. I cannot think of any improvement he could make. Did a great job keeping control of a large group without making anyone feel contained. I talked with most of our group, and I know they felt the same way I did about Gianluca - a credit to your organization! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ K. Tran-Stead; Washington, USA.
2. Portuguese Camino: Coastal Way | Portugal
The Portuguese Coastal Route is one of the quieter Camino paths and it offers a wealth of history. From the town of Viana do Castelo, not far from the city of Porto, the journey travels north through small hamlets, past eucalyptus and pine woods, over ancient bridges and along stunning coastal scenery.
What a great trip. The UTracks staff were easy to work with in planning and setting up the trip, including the extra days on both ends of the trip. They asked questions of us and seemed to want to make sure we would enjoy the experience. All the hotels were overall fine. Yes, some were better than others, but all were safe and clean. The luggage was always on time and the local hotel staff were always courteous. We didn’t have any need or problems that required us to contact the company in our trip. All around, it was a great experience. I would recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ P. Jay; California, USA.
1. Camino de Santiago: Sarria to Santiago | Spain
This final stage of the famous Camino pilgrimage route offers the chance for time-starved travellers to walk the final 72 miles (115kms) into Santiago and gain a wonderful appreciation of the historic significance of the route. The gates of Galicia lead on to the fabled Santiago de Compostela with its famous cathedral, the site of the tomb of St James.
Our Camino experience from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela was amazing. All went to plan with bags arriving as scheduled. In the main the hotels we stayed in were good with dinners and breakfasts of a good standard. The hotel staff were friendly and were able to explain how things worked, told us what time bags were required each morning. The actual was great with many pilgrims to chat to along the way. We made some great acquaintances along the way from a range of countries which was great. All in all a great experience that I would recommend highly. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A. Chadwick; Pasadena, USA.
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About UTracks
A UTracks active holiday is all about exploring Europe your way. It’s about walking or cycling the incredible trails of Europe and becoming completely immersed in your travel experience.
Since we began in 2006, UTracks has been the leader in active European holidays. Our itineraries have always been creative, rewarding, and very affordable. With over 450 active trips across the continent, UTracks offers unique opportunities to discover an untrodden Europe that spans postcard-perfect landscapes, centuries-old cultures, rural lifestyles and tempting gastronomic delights.
You can choose to set your own pace on a flexible self guided journey or enjoy the benefits of an experienced local guide on a small group tour. We cater to all fitness abilities with our honest graded system that defines our trips from introductory to challenging. Plus we offer exceptional value with many inclusions on all our trips, allowing you more freedom to enjoy the natural and cultural wonders of Europe.
Whether you prefer cycling or walking, 2-star or 4-star, small group or self guided, land, river or sea – UTracks helps you explore Europe exactly the way you want.
How many of these destinations have you explored already, and where's next on your travel list? Let us know in the comment section below.