Best coastal walking trips

Soak up Italy’s laid-back Mediterranean vibe as you wander along the sun-drenched Amalfi coast. Bejewelled with glistening turquoise bays, fragrant lemon groves and timeworn alleyways, this coastal walking trip will transport you to a world far removed from life back home. The heavenly ‘Walk of the Gods’ is the highlight of the show, boasting panoramic views of Capri and the Bay of Salerno and emerald green terraces cascading to the rustic fishing villages and bustling harbours below.

Explore the isolated beaches and coves of Crete on an 8-day Crete walking tour. From day one you’ll soak up the sun on the Venetian harbour of Chania, complete with numerous waterfront restaurants. Later in the trip, you’ll embark on a coastal walk to Loutro, passing isolated beaches and lush pine woods, before spending a day at this quaint seashore village.

For an island-hopping vacation with a difference, join a walking tour around the islands of Croatia. Discover azure-blue lagoons surrounded by lush hillsides on Mljet Island and follow sandy shorelines with archipelago views on Korcula Island. Lose yourself in a maze of narrow back streets in the medieval walled town of Korcula and wander around the waterfront ramparts of the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage seaside town of Dubrovnik.  

Based from the tranquil port town of Kas, embark on an easy-to-moderate walking trip along Turkey’s Turquoise Coast. Waves of crystal-clear water lap the golden beaches, and thickets of lush green forest drape the hillsides. Follow part of the Lycian Way to uncover ancient aqueducts, old burial chambers, and Patara city ruins. Soothe tired legs with a relaxing swim in one of the many secluded bays and savour the delicious local cuisine in a waterfront restaurant.