Walking Holidays

Setting off across grassy foothills or through verdant summer valleys on foot is simply the most wonderful way fully to appreciate the natural beauty of our Lakes & Mountains resorts.

Snow-capped peaks glint up above, lakes sparkle below, and traditionally picturesque villages cling to the slopes in the distance, while tumbling mountain streams, bird-song and distant cowbells provide the sound-track to the day.

Small wonder then, that so many of you return to the lure of the Alps year after year with us, choosing precisely the style of walking holiday, whether taxing or relaxing, that you please.

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Walking in your own time

Possibly the simplest way of stretching the legs is to explore local trails independently, from gentle strolls to all day hikes. Options are outlined in all resort introductions, such as lift passes up to the higher trails in many Austrian resorts and the availability of pre-bookable maps.

Free Walking Maps for 2012 - For bookings received before the end of April 2012

A good quality walking map of the local area is crucial for independent hikers. We are delighted to be offering top quality professional walking maps to over 40 of our most popular walking destinations, completely free of charge to our early booking guests! 

These maps will be posted to you at home in advance, shortly after your booking is confirmed, so you can have all the pleasure of planning ahead and looking forward to your chosen walking highlights.

One map will be provided per booking, for the following destinations – please simply order your map with our Reservations Consultant at the time of booking.

Please note these are good quality local walking maps, not 'walking guides', and may not include descriptions of the walks in English.

The free walking map is available in the following Countries and Resorts:

Italy: La Villa & Corvara; Lake Bolsena; Lake Trasimeno; Merano; Selva.
Slovenia: Kranjska Gora; Lake Bled; Lake Bohinj.
Austria: Alpbach; Ellmau; Filzmoos; Fuschl; Igls; Ischgl & Galtür; Kaprun; Kitzbühel; Lech; Mayrhofen; Neustift; Niederau & Oberau; Obergurgl; Pertisau / Lake Achensee; Saalbach & Hinterglemm; Seefeld; Söll; St. Anton; St. Gilgen; St. Johann; St. Wolfgang; Undiscovered Wildschönau; Valley Explorer; Westendorf; Zell am See & Bruck.
Switzerland: Davos; Grindelwald; Interlaken; Kandersteg; Klosters; Merligen; Mürren; Saas-Fee; Wengen; Wilderswil; Zermatt;
France: Chamonix & Les Houches; Morzine.
Andorra: Arinsal & Ordino; Soldeu.

Please note these are good quality local walking maps, not 'walking guides', and may not include descriptions of the walks in English.

Inghams Guided Wanderwalks

Exclusive to Inghams, this is a pre-bookable guided walking programme of 2-3 varied walks per week, guided by your Inghams Rep, in many of our selected resorts across Europe and Canada.

Suitable for all levels, these walks vary in duration and difficulty, ranging from one to five hours, and will show you the best views, flora and fauna of the mountains - a great way to explore the area and get to know your Rep and fellow guests.

There is no pressure whatsoever to join in, but the walks are generally well subscribed, so you can simply pay a registration fee at the time of booking to safeguard your place, or, space permitting, arrange with your Rep on arrival in resort. See the resort pages for further details and descriptions of the walks in each area.
We aim to provide walks suitable for all levels during the week, and for extra guidance, routes are graded as follows:- 

Key to Grades

Easy: Gentle walks with some uphill sections. 

Moderate: Pleasant rambles, mostly on well marked paths, over varied terrain, and usually with more uphill/downhill than easy walks. Minimum age 14 years. 

Slightly Challenging: More demanding hikes over varied terrain, sometimes at altitude, and where trails may be less defined in parts, so reasonable health and fitness is required. Minimum age 14 years. 

Hotel Guided Walks

Many of our hotels offer their own weekly programmes of guided walks with professional guides, often exclusively for Inghams guests, and completely free of charge - look out in individual hotel descriptions.

Tourist Office Walks

Village tourist offices also often run free guided walking programmes, open to all visitors in resort. See resort descriptions for details.
We recommend the 'Dolomites Discovery' walking programme in Selva, Italy.

Guided Walking Holidays

Our 7-day guided walking holidays open up some of the most stunning walking trails in Austria and Italy. Exclusive to Inghams, each provides the knowledge, expertise and security of a professional guide, and you will be picked up from your hotel each day for the start of each walk. Walks vary in difficulty and length, but are suitable for most recreational hikers.

Austria - Undiscovered Wildschönau
Austria - Valley Explorer 

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Cycling Holidays

Exploring on two wheels

Stay active and energetic on holiday as astounding scenery unfolds before your eyes. When you trace the curve of a gently lapping lake or the contours of rolling hills by bicycle, you have the freedom to venture further afield around your chosen resort. Better still, you do so at a pace that suits you, while still feeling very much connected to the incredible places you discover along the way.

At Your Own Speed

The vast majority of resorts we've brought you in this brochure are perfect for exploring in the saddle, many criss-crossed with scenic, clearly marked tracks that may lead through nature-rich woods, across flower-decked pastures or alongside mirrored lakes. Many resorts also entice the more adventurous out onto miles of mountain bike trails, ranging from the easy-going to the truly challenging. 

Inghams Guided Cycling

If you join us in the Austrian hamlet of Leutasch, you can also set off on a one of our exclusive two-hour guided cycle tours. Led by a representative with excellent local knowledge, various rides offer the chance to meet fellow Inghams guests as you pedal past pine-lined lakes, cattle-dotted pastures and imposing mountain peaks. 

Easy Rider

It couldn't be simpler to get started, as bicycle hire is widely available in hotels and shops around the resorts. Some of our hotels offer free cycle hire, and a few even arrange a weekly programme of guided cycling for guests. Look out for details on the individual resort pages.

Lakes & Mountains Holidays Days Out 

Inghams Excursions

There is a life-time’s worth of places to explore in every one of our chosen countries. From the major must-do sights to smaller hidden gems, by joining one of our coach excursions you get a feel for the country you are visiting and make the most of your time away. We will show you festivals, natural wonders, history and culture, and your Inghams Rep will be on hand to share their knowledge and make every day out run smoothly.

We have compiled an enticing range of excursions in each destination. Some excursions can be booked in advance when you confirm your holiday and others can be purchased in resort from your resort representative. Details and prices of all our excursions are shown on the resort pages.

If you haven't taken advantage already, you can arrange your excursions prior to your arrival in resort. Many people prefer to pre-book prior to departure from the UK, enabling them to arrive in resort with minimal organisation required. In addition, if you pre-book more than 4 weeks prior to departure, adding excursions to your booking is free (or £15 if within 4 weeks prior to departure).

Inghams Plus – Sightseeing Savings

FREE Excursions

Take advantage of our special offers in Switzerland and Canada where we include a FREE excursion or activity for Inghams guests. Look out for trips such as cable cars, sightseeing tours and boat trips on resort pages. 

Half-Price Swiss Travel

The fantastic and scenic Swiss transport network makes exploring independently by bus, rail, boat, cable car or mountain railway a pleasure. We include a half-price card entitling you to 50% discounts on a range of day trips from many of our Swiss resorts.

Discount Excursion Cards

On Lake Garda and other selected resorts, you can purchase a special card which can save you up to 50% off any excursions, whether you pre-book or decide where to go when you arrive.

Save up to 10% in Austria

The more you see, the more value you get in Austria! With such a selection of excursion options in Austria, you can take advantage of this extra value.
• Pre-book 3 excursions and save 10%   • Pre-book 2 excursions and save 5%