The Wayfarers (0 testimonials)

In business since 1984

From the scepter’d isles of Britain to the shores of the New World, The Wayfarers continue to blaze new trails. The unique Walks that began in 1984 in England now span Europe, the United States and New Zealand with fresh itineraries, new destinations and innovative ways of experiencing the special culture of country life.

Founders Michael West and Christopher Hague took their passion for the English countryside – its history, environment and people – and turned a simple walk in the country into an experience, education and adventure.
Our Vision

In their vision, a Wayfarers’ Walk would offer an insider’s view of rural Britain with exceptional food and wine, luxurious inns, knowledgeable leaders and a chance to meet the people who embody country life. Farmers, landed gentry, artisans, historians and naturalists all bring their wit and wisdom to a Wayfarers’ Walk.

The Wayfarers set new standards for walking tours that soon expanded to France, Spain, Switzerland, Eastern Europe, New Zealand and to Maine, New Mexico, Alaska, Oregon, Washington and Utah. Walks take us down paths trod by Roman legions, along stunning coastlines and alpine trails, over the Lavender Roads of Provence, through a Tuscan olive grove, the Grand Canyon and the spectacular glaciers, mountains and lakes of New Zealand’s South Island.
New for 2010

From the coasts of Suffolk in England which inspired Benjamin Britten and Gainsborough and the hamlets of Hampshire where Jane Austen sharpened her writing, to the gardens and wonderful cuisine of Tuscany in Italy our three new Walks promise exciting landscapes and the fulfilling adventure of cultural discovery every step of the way.

As we explore new places and experience the culture in every destination - on foot - we make every effort to respect the lands we visit. At The Wayfarers, we design and operate all of our own trips and after a quarter of a century in the business we are confident that our walking vacations offer a view that is different and distinctive.

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Prominent affiliations & awards

• Adventure Travel Trade Association
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• Fit For Trips Member
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• The International Ecotourism Society

3 most popular Trips (out of 37 total)

Wonders of the Western Cape	Wonders of the Western Cape Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa for 12 Days • from $7,995* per person Provider: The Wayfarers The city of Cape Town is the starting point for this exciting and varied Walk through the colorful Western Cape.We encounter game, flora and rock-art in the wilderness of the Bushmans Kloof reserve, explore the historic Cape Dutch buildings at Tulbagh and the Huguenot architecture and farms of other scenic townships. We sample wine in prestigious vineyards and see spectacular African sunsets.At the Madikwe Game Reserve, we may encounter the Big Five (lion, elephant, leopard, rhinoceros and buffalo) and stay… more	Offered November Exertion level: 4 Boutique accommodations Max group size: 16 people Must form your own group? No
New Mexico'S Land Of Enchantment	New Mexico'S Land Of Enchantment Alameda near Santa Fe, NM, United States for 7 Days • from $2,895* per person Provider: The Wayfarers The landscape that inspired artist Georgia O'Keeffe is our territory for this walk in enchanting New Mexico in the deep Southwest of America.The major art center of Santa Fe is our starting point for exploring a landscape of rock formations, mountain ranges, aspen and cottonwood forests under expansive skies.At Bandelier National Monument we find ancient cliff dwellings, kivas and petroglyphs and walk a juniper and pinion pine route through Frijoles Canyon to the Rio Grande. more	Offered June, September Exertion level: 4 Boutique accommodations Max group size: 16 people Must form your own group? No
USA - Grand Canyon, Bryce & Zion	USA - Grand Canyon, Bryce & Zion Airport near St. George, UT, United States for 7 Days • from $2,895* per person Provider: The Wayfarers The sheer immensity of the canyons and the vistas of mountains, forests, cliffs and lakes are awe-inspiring. Here, the West has always been Wild - famous outlaws Butch Cassidy and Billy the Kid once rode the range.Carved by eons of wind, water and geological upheaval, the rocks, spires and pinnacles of Zion, Bryce and the Grand Canyons cast a spell of magical light, brilliant color and deep shadows.We catch the dawn sunrise in Bryce Canyon; hike up to Watchman Trail… more	Offered September Exertion level: 4 Boutique accommodations Max group size: 16 people Must form your own group? No

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