Forget Brexit, it's all about entering Europe this year thanks to the launch of Celtic Trails' first ever European holiday collection. The walking break specialist has announced a number of brand new self-guided holidays in Spain and Portugal, expanding its horizons beyond the UK and Ireland for the very first time, perfect for Winter Sun adventures.

From exploring the dramatic gorges and sparkling rivers of Spain's Pyrenean foothills, to discovering the untouched volcanic landscapes of La Palma, the new holidays offer the chance to venture off the well-trodden path and experience the beauty of some of Europe's lesser-known landscapes on foot, with the chance to stay some of the best hotels and B&Bs available en route.

Priced from £600pp, the holidays suit a variety of walking abilities, made simple with easy-to-follow route plans and pre-arranged luggage transfers. Highlights are below, with all available to view and book at: www.celtictrailswalkingholidays.co.uk/walking-holidays-in/europe

Deep gorges, sparkling rivers and bags of history- Aragon: Sierra de Guara Walking Holiday, Spain
49 miles over 6 days- easy to moderate

Take a (literal) step back in time with this picturesque walk through Spain's Pyrenean foothills and discover the vibrant Sierra de Guara region first hand; an area seemingly untouched by modern society and one of the country's best-kept secrets. Ideal for those in search of a walking break far from the well-trodden path, this week-long night trip will see you take a circular route through the medieval region of Aragon, starting in the hilltop town of Alquezar; discovering charming traditional villages, Romanesque chapels, pre-historic caves and fantastic medieval architecture along the way. The scenery is breathtaking; crossing dramatic sandstone canyons and crystal turquoise rivers with walk times varying between 4 and 7 hours each day it's perfect for a variety of abilities.

Price: 7 nights priced from £615 per person based on two sharing, including accommodation, daily breakfast, 4 lunches and dinners, luggage transfers, route planning and walk pack. Price excludes flights. www.celtictrailswalkingholidays.co.uk/walking-holidays/aragon-sierra-de-guara

La Isla Bonita- the Canary Islands' hidden gem: La Palma Walking Holiday, Canary Islands
68 miles over 6 days- moderate

La Palma typically sits in the shadow of its larger, louder Canary Island sisters, but it doesn't gain the nickname of La Isla Bonita (the pretty island) for nothing; and boy does it pack a punch in the beauty stakes. Made even more accessible by the launch of Easyjet's direct flight from Gatwick last month, and boasting a largely untouched landscape, this volcanic island is a paradise for nature-lovers and keen walkers alike. This 7 night walk will allow you to explore the vast and varied landscapes of the island on a series of day-long circular walks, staying in three different parts of the island to allow you to discover a new area each day. A week's walking will see you venturing through lush cloud forests, wading through deep ravines, hiking up craggy volcanos to enjoy incredible skyline views and trekking through fragrant pine woods; as well as experiencing Santa Cruz de Palma's vibrant colonial town atmosphere.

Price: 7 nights priced from £795 per person based on two sharing, including accommodation, daily breakfast, 2 evening meals, luggage transfers, route planning and walk pack. Price excludes flights. www.celtictrailswalkingholidays.co.uk/walking-holidays/la-palma

Discover the untouched Algarve- Rota Vicentina Walking Holiday
77 miles over 6 days- easy to moderate

Portugal's Algarve coastline isn't all about busy beaches and golfers, this walk allows you to discover its quieter side on a 6 day hike through the beautiful Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina National Park; a verdant area of outstanding natural beauty, stretching along Portugal's south-west coastline, from Almograve to Sagres on the famed Cape St Vincent. One of Europe's best-preserved coastlines (recently recognised as one of the “Best in Europe” by the European Ramblers Association*) and far from the usual tourist crowds, this holiday combines a variety of day-long walks through the national park, trekking across sand dunes, over clifftops, along golden sandy beaches and through beautiful hidden coves to give you a real feel for the raw beauty of this surprisingly untouched region. Along the way, you'll discover a variety of quiet, traditional Portugese villages, and with only 4-5 hours of walking each day, you'll have plenty of time left to explore them; or simply sit back and enjoy some serious R&R.

Price: 7 nights priced from £600 per person based on two sharing, including accommodation, daily breakfast, 3 evening meals, luggage transfers, route planning and walk pack. Price excludes flights. www.celtictrailswalkingholidays.co.uk/walking-holidays/rota-vicentina.

To view all of the new European walking breaks on offer from Celtic Trails, including additional holidays in Mallorca and Tenerife, visit: www.celtictrailswalkingholidays.co.uk/walking-holidays-in/europe.

For more information or to book any of Celtic Trails' walking holidays, please visit www.celtic‌tra‌ilswalkingholidays.co.uk or call 01291 689774.

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For more information contact Fiona Reece or Sophie Clements of Fiona Reece PR on 01242 806804 fiona@fionareece.com / sophie@fionareece.com

Editor's Notes:

Celtic Trails is a long established walking holidays specialist offering tailor-made self guided trips suitable for all abilities across the UK, Ireland, Channel Islands and Europe; allowing walking enthusiasts the ability to create itineraries to match their own speed, fitness level and accommodation preference. With over 50 walking routes in its current collection, all recommended walking routes have been personally selected by Celtic Trails' team of rambling experts, designed to enable walkers to discover the UK and Europe's most impressive scenery and interesting towns and villages for a memorable walking break. Holidaymakers are able to choose their own recommended route, distance, accommodation level and itinerary, from which Celtic Trails devise an itinerary, route notes, book accommodation and arrange luggage and personal transfers.

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