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15 Traveller Favourite Active Travel Trips
Browse these beloved UTracks walking and cycling holidays
Wondering where to go in Europe for your next active holiday? Whether you’re planning to travel solo, with your family or with friends, these tried and tested UTracks trips continue to impress. From iconic walking trails and coastal rides to family-friendly adventures and food-focused rambles, here are 15 favourites according to our travellers.

Top for Families
Mont Blanc Family Adventure: Experience the thrill of hiking beneath the towering peaks of the Mont Blanc massif with the kids in tow. Cross between Italy and France with donkeys carrying your bags, and swap screen time for green time in the spectacular alpine outdoors.
Croatia Family Adventure: This fun-filled adventure combines cycling, swimming and sightseeing along the sunny Dalmatian Coast. From ancient towns to island beaches, it’s a Mediterranean holiday designed to keep all ages engaged.
Sweden Summer Adventure for Families: Inspire young imaginations with a bike holiday through charming villages, open meadows, pristine forests, glittering lakes and extensive archipelagos.

Top for Cycling
Cycle Puglia: Discover Italy’s sunny southeast, where coastal roads meet ancient towns and rich traditions. Stay in handpicked accommodations and pedal through olive groves, whitewashed villages and UNESCO-listed sites.
The Way of St James by Bike: Cycle the historic pilgrimage route from Le Puy to the Pyrenees. This challenging ride takes in Romanesque churches, medieval towns and classic French countryside on the famed Via Podiensis.
Blue Danube Cycle in Comfort: Explore the highlights of Austria while following one of Europe's longest rivers. The iconic Danube Cycle Path makes riding an accessible activity for everyone.

Top for Walking
Coast to Coast Walk - England: Wainwright’s famous trail across Northern England is a must-do. Traverse the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors on this iconic hike across varied and historic landscapes.
Camino: Sarria to Santiago: The most popular section of the Camino de Santiago. This 8-day walk covers the final 115km to Santiago – enough to earn your Compostela certificate, and experience the social spirit of the Camino.
Crossing Corsica: One of Europe’s most scenic hikes. Follow old shepherds' trails from the heart of the island to its dramatic west coast cliffs. Expect high peaks, deep forests and unforgettable mountain panoramas.

Top for Foodies
Piedmont: Land of Barolo and Barbera: Savour the flavours of Italy’s food and wine heartland. Walk through vineyards, truffle country and hilltop towns while sampling local cuisine paired with world-class wines.
Food Lover’s Walks: Our popular Food Lover’s series blends scenic walking with regional specialties. From tapas trails on Spain’s Camino to cheese, wine and fine dining on France’s St James Way – this is slow travel at its most indulgent.
Normandy on Foot: Enjoy a paddock-to-plate experience in rural France. This relaxed walk offers a feast of regional delights: camembert, cider, seafood and pastries – all balanced by fresh air and daily walks.

Top for Boat-Based Adventures
Danube Explorer to Budapest: Explore four countries by bike and boat on this classic Danube River journey. Ride through Austria’s Wachau wine region, visit Vienna and Bratislava, and finish in the grand capital of Hungary.
Turkey Walk and Cruise: Step ashore to walk through ancient ruins and remote shepherds' villages before returning to your traditional gulet to sail the serene Turquoise Coast.
Amsterdam to Bruges by Bike and Barge: Cycle between Amsterdam and Bruges, indulging in chocolate, beer, cheese and local hospitality. Each day ends aboard your floating hotel – a comfortable barge that makes the journey smooth and scenic.

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