Walk an Alpine epic like the Tour du Mont Blanc, explore the vineyards in Provence, or pedal the path of the Loire river.
Take on Scotland's most popular trail, the West Highland Way. Enjoy 96 miles of unforgettable walking from the city of Glasgow into the wild and rugged heart of the Highlands. A must-do.
Experience the Japan of your dreams on the 11th century Kumano Kodo pilgrim's trail to the three grand shrines of Kumano.
New Zealand has it all! You'll be blown away by spectacular views, great food, local wines and Maori culture. Drive & hike the Best of New Zealand on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Scotland's best-loved long distance trail is a must for any hiker. Walk 96 miles through some of Scotland's most iconic scenery and complete one of the world's best trails.
Explore the UK and Europe on a self-guided cycling adventure. Pedal at your own pace and discover ever-changing landscapes, with luggage transfers and comfortable and convenient places to stay included.
Pack in all the highlights, from the majestic highlands to historic cities, ancient ruins to spectacular castles. Drive & hike, take the train, or purely self drive options are available.
The Camino de Santiago in Spain is the heart of the modern pilgrimage world and every year thousands take to its various paths to trek to Santiago de Compostela.
Filled with active days on unforgettable routes, these trips have been designed with the journey at their core. Take on national trails, the great walks of the world, pedal long-distance paths, and achieve something great.
Discovery tours allow you to get to know the full spectrum of your destination. Join up fabulous hikes on a drive & hike adventure, or soak up iconic scenery by rail. See all the highlights in one carefully curated itinerary.
From boutique hotels, to wine estates in spectacular locations, to country castles. Each accommodation is hand-picked for superior comfort. This is active travel when you want to treat yourself, with ample opportunity for great food and wine!
The best known pilgrimage is the Camino de Santiago. The Camino is not just one path. It is a network of routes across the world which lead to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. The most popular of these is the French Way or "Camino Frances".
Take your time to immerse yourself in the local culture and scenery. We believe that active travel is the best way to get to know a destination, but with typically lower mileage, we've made sure you'll have plenty time to pause and take it all in.
We want to make sure that we walk the talk, cut through the buzzwords, and are transparent about the steps we’re taking to make a positive impact.
At Macs, we focus on four key areas where we can make a real difference. Measuring our carbon footprint, maintaining and restoring trails, becoming B Corp certified, and advocating for low-impact self-guided travel.
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The Danube Cycle Path is the most popular cycling adventure in Europe. Stretching from Passau in Austria, down through Bratislava to Budapest in Hungary, this easy-going route is filled with wonders. You can choose to cycle the whole way, or shorten the route by taking a Bike & Boat holiday, where your 'floating hotel' follows you along the path and cuts out longer sections while you sleep.Â
In this free guide to cycling the Danube you will find:When to go? (Climate and weather)Travel informationRoute, terrain & navigation informationSuggested itinerariesWhat to do about the dreaded midgiesWhat to packAccommodation optionsOther FAQs
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