ALTERNATIVE TRAILS IN EUROPE

FIND YOUR OWN PACE AND SPACE WITH UTRACKS 

Europe's 2024 active travel season is here with Australian travellers already exploring Europe's walking trails and bike paths. But where do we recommend you go if you prefer a quieter, less trodden route?

Here is a list of alternative trails to the more popular routes to explore in the busier Europe travel season with UTracks:

CAMINO DE INVIERNO v. THE FRENCH WAY

POPULAR: CAMINO FRANCES

The Camino Frances is the official name of the route taken when people mention the Camino de Santiago. It is by far the most popular trail and the full route covers over 800km. 

French Way Of St James Tours | Walk Le Puy Camino | UTracks

UNTRODDEN: CAMINO DE INVIERNO

The Camino de Invierno is known as the Winter Way because it is a Camino route traditionally taken to avoid snowfall in winter. Choose from either a 15-day or 8-day journey from $1,170 per person.

Details here : Camino de Invierno Tours | Alternative Camino | UTracks

VIA DEGLI DEI v. VIA FRANCIGENA

POPULAR: VIA FRANCIGENA

The Via Francigena is a celebrated ancient pilgrim's route stretching more than a thousand kilometres through France, Switzerland and Italy to the Eternal city of Rome.  UTracks offers 19 itineraries with different stages and routes and various durations from 8 days to a self-guided Full Via Francigena of 50 days!  See the options here:

Via Francigena Walking Tours | Italy Camino Trips | UTracks

UNTRODDEN: ST FRANCIS WAY

For those pilgrims wanting something a little less mainstream, why not consider the St Francis Way as an alternate route? This path follows the footsteps of St Francis as he made his way from Florence to Rome through Tuscany and Umbria, the 'green heart' of Italy.

Details here: https://www.utracks.com/Camino/St-Francis-Way

BIKE & SAIL GREECE V. TURKEY
POPULAR: BIKE AND SAIL IN GREECE & CROATIA

The craggy, stunning coastlines of Croatia and Greece are well-established destinations for avid active travellers seeking islands to explore. Sundrenched destinations like Dubrovnik, Corfu and Korcula have become household names.

Croatia bike and sail details: https://www.utracks.com/bike-boat/bike-sail/croatia

Greece bike and sail details:  https://www.utracks.com/bike-boat/bike-sail/greece

UNTRODDEN: BIKE AND SAIL TURKEY

How about venturing to Turkey for the ultimate bike and sail holiday? UTracks has a number of boat trips on offer in Turkey such as the 8-day South Aegean Bike and Sail departing from Bodrum from $3,790 per person: 

Find details here: South Aegean Bike & Sail Deluxe Tour l Luxury Boat & Cycle Trip (utracks.com)

MONT BLANC V. GRAN PARADISO ADVENTURE

POPULAR: TOUR DU MONT BLANC

The ultimate hike in Europe's Alps is the Tour du Mont Blanc. Spend your days surrounded by spectacular mountain vistas, stay in cosy mountain huts and dine on hearty alpine cuisine.

Find details: https://www.utracks.com/walking/tour-du-mont-blanc

UNTRODDEN: GRAN PARADISO

Once you've walked the TMB, what next? Try the magnificent trails of the Gran Paradiso trail, deep in Italy's Aosta Valley. This is home to Italy's first national park and you'll regularly witness wild ibex and chamois.

Find details: GRAN PARADISO ADVENTURE

ROTA VINCENTINA (FISHERMEN'S TRAIL) V. CAMINO PORTUGUESE

POPULAR: CAMINO PORTUGUESE

The Camino Portuguese is the second-most popular Camino trail to experience and it's the ideal route if you want to become immersed in Portugal. In particular, the Coastal Route is trending as pilgrims seek impromptu beach swims and Portugal's famous seafood.

Find details: Camino Portuguese Walking & Cycling Tours | Portuguese Way | UTracks

UNTRODDEN: ROTA VINCENTINA (FISHERMENS TRAIL)

Explore Portugal's most south-westerly coast of the Alentejo region, covering a third of Portugal's land mass but only 4% of the population.  Absorb the wild beauty of contrasting coastal landscapes, enjoying the ambiance of family run, small hotels and delight in the local seafood and delectable wines.

A 7-day self-guided walk with accommodation, breakfasts and luggage transfers starts from $1,190 per person.

Find details: Rota Vicentina - the Fishermen's Trail Portugal Walking Trip (utracks.com)

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For more suggestions on alternative trails in other popular UTracks destinations, call to speak with one of our experts on 1300 303 368 or visit our website for all our booking options here How to Book | Terms and Conditions (utracks.com)

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