Encounter more with us …
For nearly 20 years we have evolved to become walking holiday experts. With our knowledge we have created the most unforgettable holidays.
We have one simple mission: to inspire as many of you as possible to discover the world on foot. It doesn’t matter how far you go – a gentle coastal path, a rugged mountain trail, or a long-distance national route – we believe there’s no better way to truly experience a place, its people and its culture than by slow travel. And that's what we do best.
Come and be a part of our community, Adventure this way ...
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Our Adventure Legacy
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Miles Wandered
Our community has traversed countless miles, each step marking a journey into the heart of nature’s endless beauty.
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Miles Wandered
Our community has traversed countless miles, each step marking a journey into the heart of nature’s endless beauty.
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Miles Wandered
Our community has traversed countless miles, each step marking a journey into the heart of nature’s endless beauty.
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Wagging Tails
From clifftop romps to woodland wanders, our dog-friendly holidays have always welcomed furry friends — proving that adventure is always better with four paws beside you.
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Wagging Tails
From clifftop romps to woodland wanders, our dog-friendly holidays have always welcomed furry friends — proving that adventure is always better with four paws beside you.
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Wagging Tails
From clifftop romps to woodland wanders, our dog-friendly holidays have always welcomed furry friends — proving that adventure is always better with four paws beside you.
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Holiday Organised
From solo escapes to group getaways, we’ve carefully planned and delivered unforgettable adventures across the UK and beyond — every route, every stop, every detail considered.
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Holiday Organised
From solo escapes to group getaways, we’ve carefully planned and delivered unforgettable adventures across the UK and beyond — every route, every stop, every detail considered.
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Holiday Organised
From solo escapes to group getaways, we’ve carefully planned and delivered unforgettable adventures across the UK and beyond — every route, every stop, every detail considered.
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Happy Walkers
Thousands have laced up with us, setting off on meaningful journeys through coast, countryside, and mountain. With smiles at every step, we’re proud to guide adventures that leave a lasting mark.
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Happy Walkers
Thousands have laced up with us, setting off on meaningful journeys through coast, countryside, and mountain. With smiles at every step, we’re proud to guide adventures that leave a lasting mark.
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Happy Walkers
Thousands have laced up with us, setting off on meaningful journeys through coast, countryside, and mountain. With smiles at every step, we’re proud to guide adventures that leave a lasting mark.
Testimonials
Testimonials
Testimonials
Hear from our walkers
Hear from our walkers
Hear from our happy clients about their experience adventuring with Encounter.
Hear from our happy clients about their experience adventuring with Encounter.
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
What's not to love? The coastline, with its cliffs, coves, and beaches the other walkers, always willing to chat and share information and tips.
Toni & Colin - USA
Beautiful scenery. Great accomodation. Everything worked very well and the material from Encounter was accurate and very helpful.
Bruce & Chris - USA
This was our third walk we booked with Encounter Walking. The walk was wonderful and great, we enjoyed every day of walking.
Billy – Germany
Every day was different with great scenery, historical points of interest, camaraderie with other walkers and mostly good walking weather.
Rob & Christine - Australia
We truly enjoyed out walking holiday. The luggage transfer was perfect. The expert bespoke distance planning allowed us to really enjoy the walks.
Johanna - Switzerland
We truly enjoyed out walking holiday. The luggage transfer was perfect. The expert bespoke distance planning allowed us to really enjoy the walks.
Johanna - Switzerland
Every day was different with great scenery, historical points of interest, camaraderie with other walkers and mostly good walking weather.
Rob & Christine - Australia
This was our third walk we booked with Encounter Walking. The walk was wonderful and great, we enjoyed every day of walking.
Billy – Germany
Beautiful scenery. Great accomodation. Everything worked very well and the material from Encounter was accurate and very helpful.
Bruce & Chris - USA
What's not to love? The coastline, with its cliffs, coves, and beaches the other walkers, always willing to chat and share information and tips.
Toni & Colin - USA
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
What's not to love? The coastline, with its cliffs, coves, and beaches the other walkers, always willing to chat and share information and tips.
Toni & Colin - USA
Beautiful scenery. Great accomodation. Everything worked very well and the material from Encounter was accurate and very helpful.
Bruce & Chris - USA
This was our third walk we booked with Encounter Walking. The walk was wonderful and great, we enjoyed every day of walking.
Billy – Germany
Every day was different with great scenery, historical points of interest, camaraderie with other walkers and mostly good walking weather.
Rob & Christine - Australia
We truly enjoyed out walking holiday. The luggage transfer was perfect. The expert bespoke distance planning allowed us to really enjoy the walks.
Johanna - Switzerland
We truly enjoyed out walking holiday. The luggage transfer was perfect. The expert bespoke distance planning allowed us to really enjoy the walks.
Johanna - Switzerland
Every day was different with great scenery, historical points of interest, camaraderie with other walkers and mostly good walking weather.
Rob & Christine - Australia
This was our third walk we booked with Encounter Walking. The walk was wonderful and great, we enjoyed every day of walking.
Billy – Germany
Beautiful scenery. Great accomodation. Everything worked very well and the material from Encounter was accurate and very helpful.
Bruce & Chris - USA
What's not to love? The coastline, with its cliffs, coves, and beaches the other walkers, always willing to chat and share information and tips.
Toni & Colin - USA
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
Exceptionalities
Exceptionalities
Exceptionalities
BESPOKE ITINERARIES
Routes, accommodation and luggage transfers taken care of. You just enjoy the walk.
BESPOKE ITINERARIES
Routes, accommodation and luggage transfers taken care of. You just enjoy the walk.
HOLIDAYS WITH YOUR DOG
Holidays that allow you to experience every moment with your greatest companion
HOLIDAYS WITH YOUR DOG
Holidays that allow you to experience every moment with your greatest companion
SELF-GUIDED
Everything you need to explore. Perfect for solo travellers, couples and groups.
SELF-GUIDED
Everything you need to explore. Perfect for solo travellers, couples and groups.
IMMERSIVE DISCOVERY
Each expedition invites you to connect deeply with breathtaking landscapes and vibrant local cultures.
IMMERSIVE DISCOVERY
Each expedition invites you to connect deeply with breathtaking landscapes and vibrant local cultures.
BESPOKE ITINERARIES
Routes, accommodation and luggage transfers taken care of. You just enjoy the walk.
BESPOKE ITINERARIES
Routes, accommodation and luggage transfers taken care of. You just enjoy the walk.
HOLIDAYS WITH YOUR DOG
Holidays that allow you to experience every moment with your greatest companion
HOLIDAYS WITH YOUR DOG
Holidays that allow you to experience every moment with your greatest companion
SELF-GUIDED
Everything you need to explore. Perfect for solo travellers, couples and groups.
SELF-GUIDED
Everything you need to explore. Perfect for solo travellers, couples and groups.
IMMERSIVE DISCOVERY
Each expedition invites you to connect deeply with breathtaking landscapes and vibrant local cultures.
IMMERSIVE DISCOVERY
Each expedition invites you to connect deeply with breathtaking landscapes and vibrant local cultures.
Start planning your perfect trip — your trail begins here.
Start planning your perfect trip — your trail begins here.
Start planning your perfect trip — your trail begins here.
FAQs
FAQs
FAQs
Everything You Need to Know
Everything You Need to Know
Everything You Need to Know
What is a self-guided walking holiday?
Quite simply, it's the best way to walk in the UK for anyone keen on walking.
How hard are the walks?
Can I walk faster or slower than your suggested itineraries?
Can I add in rest day and activity days?
What is a self-guided walking holiday?
Quite simply, it's the best way to walk in the UK for anyone keen on walking.
How hard are the walks?
Can I walk faster or slower than your suggested itineraries?
Can I add in rest day and activity days?
What is a self-guided walking holiday?
Quite simply, it's the best way to walk in the UK for anyone keen on walking.
How hard are the walks?
Can I walk faster or slower than your suggested itineraries?
Can I add in rest day and activity days?
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Blogs & Articles
Blogs & Articles
Blogs & Articles
Oudoor Living Insights
Oudoor Living Insights
Oudoor Living Insights
The Secret Psychology of Walking Holidays
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Adventuring with Dogs: Everything You Need to Know
Jan 10, 2025
Adventuring with Dogs: Everything You Need to Know
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Adventuring with Dogs: Everything You Need to Know
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