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Founded on a love for exploring breathtaking landscapes and a commitment to creating meaningful travel experiences, Hillwalk Tours specialise in crafting personalised walking tours in Europe beyond the guidebook.

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Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· 13d

Brian recently completed the adventure of a lifetime on his 14 Day Moderate Camino Portuguese (Coastal to Central Route via Tui). He started off in Porto & made his way to Santiago de Compostela. He had his Credencial stamped & had more than his required 100km. Congratulations! #HillwalkTours

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· 18d

Today is St James Day. July 25th. 🙏The feast day of the patron saint of pilgrims and the most sacred day in the Camino calendar. Every year on this date, pilgrims from every corner of the world arrive at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela to celebrate, reflect and give thanks for their journey.

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· 19d

Wild clifftops. Dramatic ridgelines. Fiery sunsets over the Atlantic. And a well earned pint at O'Neill's when the boots finally come off. 🌅🍺The Beara Way is one of Ireland's most spectacular and underrated long distance trails, winding around the rugged Beara Peninsula. #BearaWay #Ireland

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· 23d

Hillwalk Tours' July charity donation of €1,000 goes to Claddagh Watch Patrol, a volunteer-led charity in Galway keeping people safe around the city's waterways. Founded in 2019, they patrol every Friday and Saturday. Support their work at claddaghwatch.ie 🌊 #HillwalkTours #Galway #Ireland

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Jul 9

Meet two of our hikers making their way along the South Downs Way. One of the easiest National Trails to walk, the South Downs Way still delivers wide-ranging views and a great sense of space from high above the landscape.🐑🌊. #BeginnerHiking #SelfGuidedHiking #SouthDownsWay

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Jul 6

Congrats to Sandy, whose acrobatic poses on the Camino Francés win our monthly photo competition. That doorway shot says it all. They win a €100/£80 Hillwalk Tours gift voucher. Buen Camino! #HillwalkTours #naturephotography #caminofrances #Hiking

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Jun 30

🎉Congratulations to Karrine & Ian, who got engaged on the Dingle Way! 💍 They walked it with 6 friends & called it "beyond beautiful… such a great experience" with "easy-to-follow directions & trail markers". Such a stunning spot to say yes. A day to remember! 💛 #HillwalkTours #DingleWay #hiking

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Jun 25

☀️ Mainland Europe is breaking heat records again. This summer's smartest travel trend? Coolcations - choose greener landscapes, sea breezes, higher ground & trails where comfort matters. Swap the sweat for a hiking holiday at your pace in Scotland, Ireland, England & Wales #hillwalktours #Coolcation

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Jun 23

A new untamed extension to the Pembrokeshire Coast Path in Wales exploring its hidden side! Wander Solva, one of Wales's prettiest harbour villages, hear the bells of St Davids (Britain's smallest city), spot seals off Ramsey Island & see the turquoise Blue Lagoon. #HillwalkTours #Hiking #Wales

Beautiful and authentic Abereiddy just south of the blue Lagoon

St Davids Cathedral in the UK's smallest city!

Taking in a majestic view of the coastline at Carn Llidi

Heading north-east of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Jun 19

William, Mike, Steve & Patrick explored the Dingle Way in May 🥾 Here they are at the iconic Dan Foley's pub in Annascaul, pints in hand & lined up to split the G. The hike was the hard part, the Guinness not so much! 📸 Send in your snaps for our competition. #HillwalkTours #Guinness #Ireland #Hiking

Fresh pints at Dan Foley's, a just reward!

All ready at the start of the Dingle Way in Tralee.

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Jun 15

📢 NEW HIKING HOLIDAY! Lisbon & Sintra-Cascais Natural Park: Walk from Portugal's capital along the Tagus river past iconic landmarks to Europe's westernmost point & then onto romantic Sintra's forest paths, gardens, castles & palaces. Self-guided. Link tinyurl.com/utu64v98 🥾 #HillwalkTours #Hiking

Belem Tower on the banks of the Tagus in Portugal

Fantastic cliff walks await after Cascais as you head north up the coast towards Sintra

Experience the defensive might of the Moorish Castle

See Pena Palace, a romantic and colourful national monument as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Jun 12

Hillwalk Tours’ June charity donation of €1,000 goes to Free Trees Ireland, helping plant indigenous trees & restore Ireland’s woodland cover. They aim to plant over 820,000 native trees by 2030. Search Free Trees Ireland to support their work. #HillwalkTours #Biodiversity #NativeTrees

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Jun 10

👏 Congrats to Saskia & Andre, whose zen-like poses on the West Highland Way in May win our monthly photo competition. They celebrated the calm of the outdoors with trademark yoga poses & a cooling foot bath. They win a €100/£80 Hillwalk Tours gift voucher. Namaste 🙏 #HillwalkTours #Hiking #Scotland

Andres & Saskia are the picture of happiness in the highlands

So fresh, so clean! Saskia & Andres pause for a refreshing footbath in a local stream.

Andre is 6ft 3inches tall and feels as big as the distant peaks in this photo.

Andre wills the tree back to life in this inspiring shot on the West Highland Way.

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Jun 5

Friends Sandy & Ellen made the most of their recent 9 Day Challenging Camino Frances tour getting in to lots of twists & turns. "We had so much fun on the Camino! ...the weather & all the places we saw were awesome & we loved trying galician food." 🥳Party On Pilgrims! #HillwalkTours #Camino

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· May 29

🍷Begin your Douro Valley hiking adventure at river level in Pinhao & climb to magnificent views or miradouros as the Portuguese call them for an unforgettable outdoor holiday in the heart of wine country. Vamos lá, amigo! 🍇🥾 #Portugal #HillwalkTours #Hiking #OutdoorAdventure tinyurl.com/yndun2kn

Start your Douro Valley Signature Trail with Hillwalk Tours at Pinhao

Pinhao can be accessed by Rail or River Cruise Boat directly from Porto

Climb through Vineyards to the magnificent Miradouro Casal De Loivos, stop in the local Quinta or Winery for a fresh glass of wine

This is a UNESCO World Heritage-listed region unlike anywhere else.

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· May 25

📢 NEW HIKING HOLIDAY! Porto & Douro Valley hiking trail: terraced vineyards, riverside paths & stunning vistas in legendary wine country. 🇵🇹 Start in vibrant Porto, then take a train to Pinhão. Accommodation & Luggage transfer included. 🥾 #HillwalkTours #TrailHolidays #Hiking tinyurl.com/yndun2kn

The Douro Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage-listed region

There are spectacular miradouro or scenic viewpoints along the route

The hilly landscape makes for amazing views of vineyards along the river and its boat traffic

Newly opened wooden walkways make previously impassable hikes easily accessible

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· May 22

Who'd have thought Homer Simpson was a pilgrim? Save him Jebus! Rev. Mike Stone & friends met him recently on the Camino Primitivo. Known as the 'Original Way', the trail follows in the footsteps of King Alfonso II of Asturias who first walked it over 1,200 years ago. #HillwalkTours #Camino #Homer

Homer Simpson with the Rev. Mike Stone and Friend on the Camino Primitivo

Just 10km to go to get to Santiago de Compostela to finish the Camino Primitivo!

A little rain will not dampen spirits on the Camino Primitivo

In the misty distance, the famous steeples of the Santiago de Compostela dominate the skyline. Completion of the Camino is close.

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· May 18

Hillwalk Tours' May donation of €1,000 goes to @ALONE_IRELAND. Since 1977 ❤️ it has supported older people in Ireland to age safely at home. They combat loneliness by providing housing & healthcare and advocate for their rights. Donate to alone.ie/ #HillwalkTours #SteppingStones

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· May 8

Congratulations to Diana & Michael, April's Send Your Snaps Winners! They get a €100/£80 Hillwalk Tours voucher for great early season photos on the Dingle Way! 🏆 Looks like they got all kinds of weather plus an amazing shot of the Skelligs & Inistookert #HillwalkTours #NaturePhotography #Hiking

A magical shot of the Skelligs and Inistookert (the Dead Man) off the Kerry Coast on the Dingle Way

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· May 5

Save £80! Pre-Confirmed & Ready to Go. Explore the rich history of the Scottish Borders & the superb scenery of the Northumberland Coast on a 🥾 St Cuthbert’s Way 5 Day/ 4 Night Gentle Tour Starts June 23, 2 people, Accomm & bag transfer incl shortlink.uk/1ohKU #Scotland #Hiking #HillwalkTours

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· May 1

Top 10% worldwide! 🏆 Thanks to our amazing walking community, Hillwalk Tours earns the @TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award with a 4.9/5 rating. 🥾 From the Algarve coast to the Scottish Highlands, we create experiences that make people happy! #HillwalkTours #TravelersChoice #Hiking

Hillwalk Tours earns the Trip Advisor Travelers Choice Award in 2026

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Apr 29

A Dutch father-son adventure to remember! 🥾 Reinier & Jelle just completed a 7-day West Highland Way hike even with "sore" feet. Their verdict? 'What a wonderful walking holiday we had! For people who love hiking and nature, Hillwalk Tours is highly recommended!' #HillwalkTours #Hiking #Scotland

"Sore Feet" at the end of the West Highland Way

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Apr 23

😮 Calling all adventurers 👋 Bag a West Highland Way tour with £200 OFF! 🥾 Starts June 23, 2 people, 6-Day Moderate Tour £1398 Accomm & bag transfer incl 🏆 Scotland's world renowned trail. Time Limited Offer! shortlink.uk/1ohKU #WestHighlandWay #HikingScotland #TravelDeals #HillwalkTours #Hiking

Check out our Instant Escapes page for fully booked hiking holidays at reduced prices, hurry time limited offer!

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Apr 22

🐝 Hillwalk Tours is buzzed to announce April's donation of €1,000 to the Irish Bee Conservation Project. Dedicated to protecting Ireland’s native bees, especially endangered species they educate the public, schools & promote biodiversity initiatives. #HillwalkTours #Bees #Biodiversity #Pollenation

This is Europe's largest bee at 2.5cm long. The Carpenter Bee does not sting and is not an Asian Hornet.

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Apr 10

Huge congratulations to Zdenka, our March Photo Competition Winner who gets a €100/£80 Hillwalk Tours voucher! 🏆 She beautifully captured the early-spring vistas of the Beara Way during her 5-Day Moderate tour & rode the Dursey Island cable car on the 374m journey over the open sea! #HillwalkTours

Zdenka on a fresh and wild day on the Beara Peninsula, look at the waves in the background!

A martello Tower on Bere Island which helped to spot a potential French invasion specifically from Napoleon

A wild and beautiful headland with a waymark. We have it all here, rain, sun, bright blue water and white waves.

The Dursey Island cable car won't stop for some inclement weather!

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Apr 8

It will get dark again sooner than you think! On August 12th 2026, walk the Camino as a solar eclipse passes overhead. A once-in-a-lifetime moment on one of the world's great trails. Many Caminos to choose from. 🐚 Everything you need to know is here → shorturl.at/B7DY1 #SolarEclipse2026 #Camino2026

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Apr 3

Happy Easter! Spring is in the air when lambs leap & daffodils break ground but for us it really comes alive when beautifully beaked Puffins return to breed on islands off our shores. Catch them on Kerry & Clare coasts as well as Rathlin Island. They're coming! 🐦 #HillwalkTours 📹@theiaincameron on X

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Apr 1

After 15 years of self-guided hiking tours, we've made a bold decision, clothes slow you down. We're stripping things down to the bare minimum & launching Hillwalk Tours Au Naturel 🍃 🌿 The Dangle Way 🌿 Pem-Bare-Shire Coast Path 🌿 Raw Rob Way see more here: shorturl.at/iZs3w #HillwalkTours #Hiking

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Mar 27

Danny, Donna Marie, Matthew & Shannon are just back from walking the Fishermen's Trail in Portugal. Their walking holiday also included an adventure in 🐡 seafood. Can anyone tell me what they ate? Whatever it is, I think they surprised themselves! #HillwalkTours #RotaVicentina #PortugalHiking

Hillwalk Tours@hillwalktours· Mar 20

Nature's in bloom & the trails are calling 🌸 It's always a sign to get out there when wildflowers return. Walk off the wet winter on one of our self-guided hiking holidays. Your adventure starts now. 🥾 #HillwalkTours #SpringHiking #WalkingHoliday #GetOutside #TrailLife #AdventureTravel #WildFlowers