HF Holidays launches five new worldwide tours for 2018

Experience the best the world has to offer with the UK's leading walking and outdoor holiday specialist, HF Holidays, as it announces five brand new worldwide tours for 2018.

1. Andes, Coffee and Coast Walking in Columbia Join the award winning travel operator, HF Holidays, on a tour around the world's fastest growing tourist destination, Columbia, stopping off at the country's bustling capital Bogota, the historical port Cartagena, and the sweet smelling Zona Cafetera coffee region.

Discover the beautiful coastal city of Santa Marta, South America's oldest city, and get off the beaten track on walks through cloud forest, and on the high paramo of the Los Nevados National Park which will truly immerse you in the sights, smells and sounds of this breath-taking country. Activities will include local cooking class, a coffee plantation tour, a ride in a WWII Jeep Willy and a game of Tejo, Colombia's famous disc-throwing game.

Prices include full board accommodation, local guide/s, a choice of walks on some days, HF leader, internal flights and transport, all activities and entrance fees to National parks, tips, departing on 15 Feb, 9 August, 6 December 2018 for 13 nights/14 days.

2. Japan – Gems in the Ocean Take a moment to discover your inner zen on the mystical island of Shikoku, Japan, travelling along sections of the 88 Temple Pilgrimage Trail with HF Holidays'. The trail, famously trodden by Joanna Lumley on her award-winning television programme 'Japan', will lead guests through divine mountain ranges and multiple Buddhist temples. Visit a plethora of UNESCO world heritage sites, including the sacred island of Miyajima and vibrant Hiroshima.

Prices include half board accommodation (plus 2 lunches) in western style hotels, Japanese style inns (Ryokan)and Shukubo (Buddhist temples), experienced local guide/s, all transport, entrances to museums/temples, occasional baggage transfer, tips, departing on 20 May, 7 Oct, 24 Nov 2018 for 13 nights/14 days.

3. Grenada - The Spice Isle Grenada's warm, tropical climate and spectacular volcanic scenery makes it a splendid walking destination and a great place to explore the wild and wonderful rainforests. The country's numerous nutmeg plantations have given the island its iconic nickname 'The Spice Isle'. Guests are sure to smell the sweet perfume of the nutmeg trees as they explore this breathtaking island paradise.

Prices include full board, (less 1 lunch, 1 dinner) full holiday programme with experienced local guide and HF leader, all transport, entrances, tips, departing on 10 Jan, 14 Mar, 14 Nov 2018 for 10 nights/11 days.

4. Rajasthan & The Golden Triangle

Transport yourself into a world of colour, sights and smells like no other with HF Holidays as you navigate your way through New Delhi, Agra and Jaipur on an Indian trip of a lifetime. Join our experienced tour guide to visit cultural highlights such as the 'Palace of Winds' (Hawa Mahal) in Jaipur, the ultimate romantic gesture, the Taj Mahal in Agra, and the beautiful Udaipur city palace. The area is rich in culture, nature and wildlife, ensuring splendid walking routes throughout your trip.

Prices include full board, experienced local guide, all transport, entrance fees and forest fees, tips, departing on 02 Feb, 1 Oct 2018 for 11 nights/12 days.

5. Vistas of Newfoundland Nicknamed 'The Rock', Newfoundland is the largest and most rugged of the Canadian islands, with dramatic coastlines and stunning panoramic vistas. First colonised by the Vikings in the 11thC it is home to a plethora of rich Norse and European heritage. Explore the rocky exposure our ancestors called their home, including the National Historic site at L'Anse-aux-Meadows, landing site of Leif Eriksson and his crew. Venture through countless nature reserves, including the impressive UNESCO world heritage site, the Gros Morne National Park. Our guided walks offer plenty of wildlife spotting opportunities, as well as an opportunity to see icebergs travelling down Iceberg Alley.

Prices include half board accommodation, plus 8 lunches, experienced local guide, all transport, entrance fees to National and Provincial parks, tips, departing on 26 May, 29 July, 2 Sept 2018 for 12 nights/13 days.                        

Places are limited on these holidays so book now to avoid disappointment. For more information on HF Holidays, please visit www.hfholidays.co.uk or call 0345 470 7558.

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For media information, please contact Sara Gillespie sara.g@gough.co.uk 

Notes to Editor:

• Founded in 1913, HF Holidays is a co-operative society that has been organising outdoor holidays for over 100 years.
• HF Holidays has 18 country houses in the UK's National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty as well as independent hotels for overseas holidays.
• HF Holidays has a host of accolades under its belt including: Feefo Gold Service Award in 2017, Which? Recommended Provider status for four successive years 2012 - 2015; voted Best Large Tour Operator by Guardian and Observer readers 2010-2014; and Best Large Short Break Operator 2011-2014.
• HF Holidays is committed to responsible tourism and is a member of ABTOT and ATOL protected.
• HF Holidays is the only UK holiday provider to hold a Gluten-Free Accreditation from Coeliac UK with all 18 of its country houses officially holding this GF accreditation.