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A growing number of vacations are designed to be walked
Walking vacations prioritize immersion in local culture and landscapes, with 70% of adventure operators reporting revenue growth in 2025, reflecting rising traveler demand.
- Walking-Led vacations are gaining attention as travelers choose daily miles on foot over landmark-driven itineraries, with operators expanding multi-day routes that span villages, alpine paths, and coastal cruises.
- Travelers are choosing walking because it slows pace, sharpens awareness, and fosters deeper engagement through shared meals and seasonal cooking, Jamshyd Sethna, founder of Shakti Himalaya, explains.
- Self-Guided and hybrid models rely on detailed route notes, maps and GPS, while Inntravel, On Foot Holidays and hotel partners provide luggage transfers, pacing and walking programs supported by digital tools like Polarsteps.
- Local economies see changes as operators like Tasmanian Walking Company and Hedonistic Hiking link lodging and meals to regional suppliers, while destinations use walking to manage crowding and extend seasons.
- Industry data show that more than 70% of adventure travel operators reported revenue growth in 2025, and Fortune Business Insights projects the sector will grow through the decade, appealing to travelers in the 50-plus and luxury markets.
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A growing number of vacations are designed to be walked
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