WALKING AWAY
TRAVEL TREND
Trek across the plains of Kyrgyzstan, meet the eagle hunters; hike the hills of Montenegro
Not just an often under-rated form of exercise, walking makes for a great holiday, too, allowing you to get under the skin of a country and immerse yourself in the culture and landscapes. In this vein, walking and trekking expert Walks Worldwide have launched a range of experiential holidays offering trips in what they justifiably describe as ‘off-thebeaten- track’ destinations. How about ‘Highlights of Kyrgyzstan’ – a 14-day, group-guided tour in Central Asia, including meeting the golden eagle hunters, walking the Great Silk Route, and sleeping in yurts? Departing 12 August and 2 September, price from £2569 including full board, flights and transfers. Or, ‘Montenegro on Foot’ offers the chance for you to discover the ‘new Croatia’ – walking through just as spectacular but quieter coastal and mountain scenery on well-marked trails. Departing up to October, prices from £760 for seven nights, half-board. To find out more, or be inspired by other destinations, go to walksworldwide.com.