Walking Portugal's land's End
Portugal’s Land’s End is the beginning
of an unforgettable self-guided walk
through the Algarve region, with its
contrast of inland trails and dramatic
coastal paths. This eight-night journey
takes travellers away from crowds
of tourists to the unspoiled Sagres
Peninsula, a stunning region of golden
beaches, dramatic coastlines and idyllic
countryside. Independent walkers will
follow a mix of forest, valley and coastal
trails, as well as some wonderful cliff-top
routes on the south coast. Exploring this
superb scenery by foot is the ideal way
to spot birdlife in the area with endemic
and migratory species passing through
from Africa and Northern Europe.
9 dAyS | 8 NIghTS
From AU$1,975 / NZ$2,095
Barolo gastronomic cycling
Tucked away in northern Italy, are the
UNESCO-listed vineyards of Piedmont,
and there’s no better way to take them
in and indulge in gastronomic delights
guilt-free than from a bicycle. Cyclists
can take their time exploring the region
brimming with softly rolling hills, world-
class wines and incredible hotels. The
route starts in the lush hazelnut-fringed
hills and follows quiet, traffic-free roads
winding through terraces of swaying
vines, past verdant pine forests and over
rippling rivers to pretty hilltop hamlets
and ancient castles. The region boasts
an incredible array of fine wine towns,
including Barbaresco and Barolo, both
of which are ideal lunch stops.
9 dAyS | 8 NIghTS
From AU$3,005 / NZ$3,155
austrian lakEs cycling
The freedom of these leisurely rides along
stunning lakes will have cyclists wanting
to sing to the mountains as they take in
the best of Austria’s cultural gems and
history. Every stop brings new discoveries.
There’s Mozart's museum in St gilgen and
gmunden’s ‘floating’ castle, Seeschloss
Ort. you’ll also see Mondsee's frescoed
high street, including the church where
the famous wedding scene in The Sound
of Music was filmed. Regional highlights
include Emperor Franz Josef's summer
residence in Bad Ischl (he declared
war on Serbia here, which led to World
War I), an unforgettable journey below
spectacular mountain peaks by paddle
steamer on Lake Traun, and the chance
to explore Salzburg itself. Along the way,
cyclists have the option to take local buses
and boats between delightful lakeside
villages, making exploring even easier.9 dAyS | 8 NIghTS
From AU$2,245 / NZ$2,355To book, contact your local travel agent
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