Following the success of its last 'Winter Spirit' programme, Ramblers Worldwide Holidays has greatly expanded its latest collection including, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, winter walking, sightseeing and Christmas markets.  Here are the new holidays – just launched.

Seefeld – a one week Tirolean holiday embracing walking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in one of Austria's finest activity regions.  Highlights include, the four-star Hotel Hocheder; the stunning Seefeld Plateau near Innsbruck between the Karwende and Wetterstein ranges; tuition from a local ski instructor enabling one to 'get the best' from this exhilarating adventure; snowshoeing off the beaten track and winter walks on county tracks and cleared paths.

Price from £1,020 per person includes return flights, transfers, 4-star, half board accommodation, local instructor, hire of snowshoeing and cross-country ski equipment and the services of a dedicated tour leader.  Departures from 31 January 2016.

Austrian Lake District Winter Sport Adventure – a one week adventure snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in Austria's magnificent Salzkammergut region.  Highlights include, the ascent (whilst snowshoeing) to the Hochmuehlech with panoramic views over the Dachstein and Stoderzinken; cross country skiing around wintery Lake Odensee; the stunning scenery of the Kampl summit and comfort of the Apparthotel Montana in Bad Mitterndorf with  its spa and wellness facilities.

Price from £1,085 per person includes return flights, transfers, half board accommodation, services of a local instructor, hire of snowshoeing and cross-country ski equipment, Salzkammergut Adventure Card (price reduction on 130 attractions in the region) and the services of a dedicated tour leader.  Departures from 23 January 2016.

Salzburg – a 6 day holiday enjoying a great festive trip to Austria's spectacular 'Baroque City in the Alps'.  Highlights include, Salzburg, sandwiched between the Mönchsberg and Kapuzinerberg hills; the Salzach river; Hohensalzburg Castle – former home to the Prince Archbishops; the lakeside village of St Gilgen where Mozart's mother was born, the Zwölferhorn cable car; Ludwig II's castle on the island of Chiemsee Lake; Berchtesgaden to visit the Eagle's Nest; Königssee Lake and a rumbustious evening in the Augustiner beer hall in Salzburg!

Price from £739 per person includes return flights, transfers, half board accommodation, a half day city tour with a local guide and the services of a dedicated tour leader.  Departures from 26 November 2015.

Snowshoeing in the Pyrenees – a one week adventure in the stunning French winter resort of Font Romeu – reputed to be the sunniest in Europe !  Highlights include, stunning views of surrounding mountains which stretch into Spain and Andorra; the Catalan Pyrenees Natural Park; snowshoeing walks amidst beautiful scenery led by local guides who follow the best routes and the sheer beauty of this winter wonderland with clean, fresh air and fantastic light.

Price from £1,125 per person includes return flights, transfers, half board accommodation, local snowshoeing guide and the services of a dedicated tour leader.  Departures from 25 January 2016.

Garfagnana Winter Walking – a one week holiday based in the spectacular mountains of North West Tuscany – famed for its remoteness.  Highlights include, the Apuan and Apennine Mountains Orecchiella Park (a stone's throw from the hotel Panoramico); walking the Pania di Corfino; the rail journey to Lucca – synonymous with the composer Puccini and the awe-inspiring landscape which envelopes the visitor.

Price from £899 per person includes return flights, transfers, half board accommodation, services of a local mountain guide and the services of a dedicated tour leader.  Departures from 14 February 2016.

A Bulgarian Adventure– a one week, two centre adventure in two of Bulgaria's most beautiful regions – the Rhodope and Rila mountain ranges.  The first four nights are spent at the four-star Grand Hotel Abeer in Velingrad, a picturesque spa town – the perfect base for winter walking.  Highlights include, Lake Batak and the 'Snow White Cave'.   Moving on, one travels by local mountain train (the last remaining) and road to Bansko – a traditional ski resort at the foot of the Pirin Mountains, staying at the Hotel Molerite.  Highlights include, the Old Town with its cobbled streets and distinctive mehanas; local guides giving an insight into the region and a farewell dinner with traditional music.

Price from £995 per person includes return flights, transfers, all local transport costs, half board accommodation + one traditional lunch, a local mountain guide and the services of a dedicated tour leader.  Departures from 1 February 2016.

Polish Winter Wonderland – a one week adventure combining mountain walks and culture in Zakopane – a beautifully located ski resort.  Highlights include the Tatra Mountains – which form a border with Slovakia; a celebratory meal in a local Zakopane hostelry before going to Krakow; the stunning, beautifully preserved city of Krakow itself with 'must sees' – Wawel Hill and Rynek Głowny.

Price from £1,099 per person includes return flights, transfers, half board accommodation, hire of all equipment, half day introductory lessons and the services of a dedicated tour leader.  Departures from 14 February 2016.

www.ramblersholidays.co.uk

01707 33 11 33 

• Award-winning Ramblers Worldwide Holidays have been established since 1946 and are the experts in guided walking adventures.

• The company now operates to over 140 destinations in 60 countries.

• Ramblers Worldwide Holidays offer a range of graded walks from leisurely to challenging. 

• View the brochure online here:  http://preview.intellimag.com/go/rwh-w-a15s16/

• Alongside their traditional guided walking proposition, Ramblers Worldwide Holidays provide independent UK walking adventures via their Load Off Your Back programme www.loadoffyourback.co.uk

• The operator is a not-for-profit company and contributes monies to the Ramblers Holidays Charitable Trust which supports environmental projects both here and abroad.

• Their portfolio also includes specialist holidays linked to walking such as, cooking, cruising, birdwatching, rail journeys, photography and flora.

• Ramblers Worldwide Holidays provide a fully protected service as members of ABTA, AITO & ATOL scheme.

• Ramblers Worldwide Holidays is the Walking Holiday Partner of the Ramblers and has launched The Walking Partnership -an initiative which champions walking at the 'grass roots' level by providing funding and support to walking groups and clubs throughout the UK http://www.thewalkingpartnership.org.uk

• For further information please contact grahamross1@btconnect.com 01255 670661