What is a self-guided walking holiday?
A self-guided walking holiday gives you the freedom to walk independently, with accommodation, luggage transfers and route planning arranged for you.
Celtic Trails: Over Two Decades of Remarkable Walking Holidays
Celtic Trails
Self-Guided Walking Holidays in the UK & Europe
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- Established Walking Experts
- Our family-run business has been organising walking holidays for over 28 years, with thousands of successful trips arranged across the UK and beyond.
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- Fully bonded through ABTOT and members of the Adventure Travel Trade Association, giving you financial protection from the moment you book.
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- From first enquiry to final day on the trail, we’re here to help.
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At Celtic Trails, we believe there’s no better way to truly experience and appreciate the world around us than by walking through it.
For over 28 years, we have had the pleasure of helping walkers on their journey, with our distinctive personalised service and high quality accommodations.
Our Most Recent Client Reviews
4.8/5 based on 2768 reviews
"The trail markers along the Wicklow Way were fantastic. Even if I didn't have any maps or directions I wouldn't have gotten lost. Luggage transfers were excellent and always on time. Very reliable service with excellent information."
Douglas Horton
July 2026
"Impressed by the level of organisation end execution. Very professional. Comminication good."
Philip Boggin
July 2026
"This was our 5th long-distance walk, 3rd with Celtic Trails. As everything runs ever so smoothly with Celtic Trails, we know we have nothing to worry about: that the hosts will be expecting us and that we can just walk the legs of our holiday. This means that we can thoroughly enjoy nature, being outdoors, wondering at the small animals and insects we meet along the way and just empty our heads."
Thielens Family
July 2026
"The walk pack was so informative. I referred to those often as reminders of end point, taxis, hotel, etc. Everything was so well organized, from the lovely accommodations to the luggage transfers, which let me focus on enjoying the walk and the beautiful journey. The scenery was spectacular, even on the rainy days, and the history in the area is so rich and incredibly interesting."
Stephanie C
July 2026
"A friend suggested Offa Dyke so that’s why we did it. Enjoyed the views, the challenge, wonderful accommodation (two places really stood out above the rest), and being out in the countryside. Comprehensively well-organised which takes all the stress away leaving you to enjoy the walk"
Andy - Sandhurst
July 2026
"We loved the constant proximity to the beach. But more than anything, we appreciated the relative flatness of the walk, the lack of crowds, and the fact that we never had to walk on roads."
A Celtic Trails walker
July 2026
"I enjoyed the Pembrokeshire coastal path in its entirety. The scenery was beautiful and varied."
A Celtic Trails walker
July 2026
"Vey good impact on my mental and physical health. It has motivated me! Celtic trails made the walk stress-free and enjoyable."
Nicola, Penrith
July 2026
"We really enjoyed this hike/walk. Very pleased with Celtic Trails (our fourth trip. The Scottish people we encountered were so kind and thoughtful, and we appreciated the hospitality. They don't want anything from you except to know that you are having a good time in their beautiful country."
B. Quinn
July 2026
We believe there’s no better way to truly experience and appreciate the world around us than by walking through it.
For over 28 years, we have had the pleasure of helping walkers on their journey, with our distinctive personalised service and high quality accommodations.
From mountain to coastal paths, energetic to easy walking holidays and long distance to short hiking breaks, our high-quality walking holidays will take you on a journey through the British and European countryside that is relaxing, bespoke and most importantly, designed to suit you. Walking holidays enable you to experience the best of the countryside, at a pace which allows you to tune into your surroundings.
What We Offer
Explore the most breathtaking locations
Embark on a walk with Celtic Trails, and you will experience landscape on a world class level. Whether that be the spectacular coastline of Wales’ Pembrokeshire Coast Path, the rocky crags of Scotland’s West Highland Way or Ireland’s Dingle Way (voted ‘most beautiful place on Earth’ by National Geographic Traveller magazine), to name but a few. As well as the big name trails, you’ll also find that we offer a wide range of ‘hidden gems’; little pockets of unspoilt countryside, ideal for the walker who appreciates the peaceful nature of self-guided walks. Celtic Trails offers more than 70 Walking Holiday destinations across the UK and Europe and we are confident in finding the right walk for you. You can find out more about our walking locations here or simply give us a call and we’ll be happy to advise you. If you are unsure of what kind of walk you would like to do, you may also like to visit our Choosing the Right Walk for Me section.
A Rewarding Holiday Experience Like No Other
As you gradually make your way along these paths, you’ll explore scenery that changes day by day and with room to breathe, you can take in your surroundings at your own pace. Time and time again, our walkers tell us that it is this opportunity to truly explore and experience the local landscape and culture in a way not seen from the car window that makes these walks so special. At the end of each day, you’ll be rewarded with a night in a wonderful bed & breakfast, looked after by truly excellent hosts and treated to a delicious local meal, helping to guarantee a holiday that is both fulfilling and relaxing.
Bespoke Walking Packages to Suit You
We will plan a walking holiday that is perfect for you. We understand that no two walkers are the same, and so no two holidays should be the same either. We guarantee that your holiday will be treated individually and handled by specialists who will endeavour to match your requirements. Set your own pace guided by our easy-to-follow route notes and maps, and enjoy the complete sense of freedom that travelling on foot brings. Celtic Trails is a market leader in providing tailored walking holidays for clients who appreciate personal service, comfort and first class organisation. Not only do we know our walks inside out, but we also work very closely with our accommodation providers, ensuring that your needs are met every step of the way. Our family run team are passionate about our walks, enthusiastic about your holiday and dedicated to finding the right option for you. If you would like to find out more about planning your ideal walking holiday, we would love to hear from you. Please call +44 (0)1291 689 774 to speak to a member of our team or click here to enquire about any of our walks
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