Travel for Active Seniors

Adventure has no age limit: enjoy it at a pace that suits you. That’s why we have put together a selection of trips that combine the pleasure of active discovery with carefully planned logistics for your peace of mind. Whether you choose the independence of a self-guided trip or the friendly atmosphere of a group led by our guides, our first-hand local expertise ensures an authentic, seamless experience. Explore our active holiday itineraries in France and across Europe, designed to offer you the best in walking and cycling.

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Kungsleden: the King’s Trail in Lapland
Guided (fr) Nordic ski touring lodge to lodge
From €1,990
4 · 1 review
8 days
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Friendly
Next guaranteed departure Mar 14, 2027
Wild Vercors, Short Nordic Ski Expedition
Guided (fr) Nordic ski touring lodge to lodge
From €510
4,5 · 2 reviews
4 days
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Rustic
Next guaranteed departure Feb 20, 2027
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Finnish Lapland: Kiilopää
Self-guided Cross-country skiing center based
From €715
5 · 7 reviews
8 days
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Comfort
Next departure from Jan 2, 2027
New
Dolomites - Alta Via 1 - Guided Hike
Guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €2,500
4,8 · 8 reviews
7 days
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Comfort
Next guaranteed departure Jun 13, 2027
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New Year’s Eve and Igloos on the Vercors High Plateaux
Guided (fr) Snowshoeing multi-base
From €545
5 · 2 reviews
4 days
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Rustic
Next guaranteed departure Dec 30, 2026
New Year’s Eve in Menton: the sea and panoramic trails of the French Riviera
Guided (fr) Hiking center based
Currently unavailable
5 · 2 reviews
4 days
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Comfort
Next guaranteed departure Dec 30, 2026
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Vercors, disconnect in the Valley of Wolves
Guided (fr) Snowshoeing center based
From €515
5 · 3 reviews
4 days
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Rustic
Next guaranteed departure Dec 29, 2026
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Dolomites Grand Traverse, from Bolzano to Cortina
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €1,180
4,5 · 21 reviews
10 days
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Friendly
Next departure from Jun 15, 2027
New
Tour du Mont Blanc - Guided 8-Day
Guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €3,120
4,6 · 12 reviews
8 days
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Comfort
Next guaranteed departure Jun 20, 2027
Dolomites of Cortina Guided
Guided Hiking center based
From €3,550
4,7 · 75 reviews
7 days
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Comfort
Next guaranteed departure Sep 5, 2027
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Tour of the Vercors
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €880
4,6 · 49 reviews
7 days
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Comfort
Next departure from May 11, 2027
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Tour du Mont Blanc, the classic route
Guided (fr) Hiking lodge to lodge
From €1,120
4,8 · 57 reviews
7 days
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Friendly
Next guaranteed departure May 23, 2027
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Puglia by bike
Self-guided Cycling lodge to lodge
From €940
4,4 · 25 reviews
8 days
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Superior
Departures possible right now
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Dolomites Hut to Hut, from Lago di Braies to Tre Cime di Lavaredo
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €1,010
4,3 · 21 reviews
7 days
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Friendly
Next departure from Jun 15, 2027
Dolomites of Cortina Explorer - via Pocol & Misurina
Self-guided Hiking center based
From €1,270
4,7 · 28 reviews
7 days
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Comfort
Next departure from Jun 14, 2027
Tour du Mont Blanc - Guided 10-Day
Guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €4,150
4,8 · 57 reviews
10 days
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Comfort
Next guaranteed departure Aug 28, 2027
Dolomites Hut to Hut: Alta Via 1
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €1,080
5 · 6 reviews
7 days
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Friendly
Next departure from Jun 15, 2027
Lakes and volcanoes of Auvergne
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €660
4,4 · 17 reviews
6 days
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Comfort
Next departure from May 1, 2027
The wonders of the Écrins on snowshoes
Guided (fr) Snowshoeing center based
From €995
6 days
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Comfort
Next departure Dec 20, 2026
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Lake Constance cycling tour
Self-guided Cycling lodge to lodge
From €680
4,6 · 20 reviews
7 days
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Superior
Next departure from Mar 20, 2027
Mallorca, sunlit and undiscovered
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €900
3 · 1 review
8 days
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Superior
Departures possible right now
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Corfu Island by Bike
Self-guided Cycling lodge to lodge
From €660
4,1 · 10 reviews
8 days
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Comfort
Next departure from Apr 10, 2027
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Madeira: Hiking in an Extraordinary Garden
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €640
4,6 · 14 reviews
8 days
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Comfort
Departures possible right now
Balearic Islands: Menorca
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €1,060
4,7 · 12 reviews
8 days
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Comfort
Departures possible right now
Dolomites of Cortina Guided - Womens Only Travel
Guided Hiking multi-base
From €3,550
4,7 · 75 reviews
7 days
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Comfort
Next guaranteed departure Aug 29, 2027
Tour of the Emperor’s Mountains in the Kaisergebirge
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
Currently unavailable
4,1 · 8 reviews
7 days
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Comfort
Emilia Romagna by Bike, Gastronomic Cycling from Parma to Bologna
Self-guided Cycling lodge to lodge
Currently unavailable
3,5 · 2 reviews
8 days
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Superior
Tuscany by Bike: Florence, the Chianti region, Siena and Pisa
Self-guided Cycling lodge to lodge
From €1,230
3,5 · 2 reviews
8 days
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Superior
Departures possible right now
Tour du Mont Blanc 12-Days
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €2,780
4,6 · 30 reviews
12 days
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Comfort
Next departure from Jun 15, 2027
Southern Burgundy by Bike - Grands crus and Romanesque art
Self-guided Cycling lodge to lodge
From €695
4,5 · 8 reviews
6 days
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Comfort
Departures possible right now
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From Munich to Venice via the Krimml Waterfalls and Tre Cime di Lavaredo
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €1,690
4,6 · 21 reviews
12 days
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Friendly
Next departure from Jun 15, 2027
Our favourite
The Canal du Midi from Toulouse to Sète
Self-guided Cycling lodge to lodge
From €995
3,7 · 6 reviews
8 days
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Superior
Next departure from Apr 15, 2027
The Tarn and Jonte Gorges
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €820
4,4 · 17 reviews
7 days
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Friendly
Next departure from Apr 20, 2027
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From Berlin to Copenhagen
Self-guided Cycling lodge to lodge
From €1,900
4,3 · 9 reviews
11 days
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Comfort
Next departure from May 10, 2027
Our favourite
Tour of the Dolomites via the Most Beautiful Mountain Huts
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €820
4,8 · 6 reviews
7 days
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Friendly
Next departure from Jun 15, 2027
New
Sierra de Aracena Natural Park, Andalusia
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €550
8 days
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Comfort
Departures possible right now
Arctic Winter in the Lofoten Islands
Guided (fr) Snowshoeing multi-base
From €2,745
8 days
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Friendly
Next guaranteed departure Feb 27, 2027
New
Tour du Mont Blanc - Guided 10-Day - Women Only Travel
Guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €4,150
4,8 · 57 reviews
10 days
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Comfort
Next guaranteed departure Jul 10, 2027
From Koblenz to Sarrebourg - The Moselle and Saar by bike and boat
Self-guided Bike and Boat
From Price on request
5 · 2 reviews
8 days
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Comfort
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From Collioure to Cadaqués
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €905
4,3 · 13 reviews
7 days
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Comfort
Departures possible right now

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Travel with peace of mind: our holidays for active seniors

The desire to explore the world, feel the wind on your face while cycling or reach a mountain pass on foot never fades. At Grand Angle, we nurture this passion with trips for active seniors that combine exploration, comfort and safety. Our promise: to let you focus on what matters most, the pleasure of travel, while we take care of every detail.

Why choose a Grand Angle trip?

Since 1983, we have been creating itineraries that prioritise a comfortable pace of discovery, free from the pressure of racing against the clock. We select quality accommodation where you can relax after an active day and arrange luggage transfers so you can travel light. This ensures an authentic, immersive experience, whether you are on the trails of the Dolomites or alongside the canals of the Netherlands.

A travel style for everyone: group or self-guided?

Group travel for seniors

Our group trips are led by a guide with expert knowledge of the destination, who handles the logistics and enriches your journey with local insights. They are ideal for sharing memorable experiences, meeting new people and enjoying the journey with complete confidence. They are also an excellent option if you are travelling solo and would like to join a small group of travellers with similar interests.

Self-guided travel with fellow seniors

Although our group trips are open to travellers of all ages, our self-guided holidays are particularly popular with those who want to travel at their own pace.

We take care of everything: accommodation bookings, luggage transfers and a comprehensive travel pack with maps, GPS tracks and detailed route descriptions. Set off when you like, travel at your own pace and stop wherever you choose. Enjoy an independent adventure with added peace of mind.

Walking, cycling or both: holidays to suit every interest

Our expertise covers your favourite activities:

Trekking and walking holidays: Walk along Europe’s most beautiful trails, from the coastal paths of the Cinque Terre to panoramic balcony trails in the Alps.
Cycling holidays: Explore major European cycle routes such as the Loire à Vélo or the Danube, on routes that are mostly flat and safe.
Our Bike & Boat holidays: A particularly popular option combining easy cycling stages with the comfort of a cabin on a barge or boat that travels with you each day. No need to repack your bags!
Snowshoeing holidays for seniors ➜

Practical tips to help you prepare for your trip

When is the best time for an active holiday if you are over 60 years old?

For mild temperatures and nature at its finest, spring and autumn are often ideal. Spring, especially May, and autumn, in September, offer perfect conditions for both walking and cycling, with fewer tourists around.

How do you choose your holiday?

Each trip comes with a detailed information sheet outlining the difficulty level, elevation changes and daily distances. Take the time to read it so you can choose a holiday that suits your fitness level. If you are unsure, our team is available to offer personalised advice. Please feel free to contact us.

A family holiday across the generations?

Would you like to share your passion for travel with your children and grandchildren? Several of our itineraries, especially cycling routes alongside large lakes or canals, are wonderfully suited to family holidays in nature. They offer a lovely opportunity to create shared memories, with everyone bringing their own energy to the experience. Discover, for example, our family cycling holidays, designed to be accessible and fun for everyone.

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François 6/23/26 • Madeira: Hiking in an Extraordinary Garden

— Very interesting itineraries that often take you along less-traveled trails. Transportation and hotels were impeccable. A few inconsistencies between the app and the roadbook. The map showing how to get to Portela from Porto da Cruz is missing. Overall, we’re thrilled with this trip!

Thank you very much for your feedback! We're delighted that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you also for your comments on the roadbook and the app—we'll look into them to improve our materials. We look forward to accompanying you on your next trip!

— Reply from Lorène (GrandAngle.Travel)

Madère, randonnée liberté dans un jardin extraordinaire - Photo partagée par François

Jared 8/13/26

— Deviously difficult mountain hikes and climbs, so be prepared and be in shape. Utterly thrilling with majestic views. Warm accommodations and great meals.

NORLP0001-MKTP - Photo partagée par Jared

Leigh Ann 7/18/26 • Tour du Mont Blanc - Guided 10-Day

— This was one of the best trips of my life!! Physically, the hiking was challenging, but doable, which was what my party was looking for. Every minute of the day, the views were SPECTACULAR!!! Literally breathtaking. Our guide took great care of us and we LOVED our 3 course meals every night in the different, fascinating cities. We also met so many fun and friendly people on the Tour. Loved it all❤️

Tour du Mont Blanc - Guided 10-Day - Photo partagée par Leigh Ann

Lorrae 7/12/26 • Tour du Mont Blanc - Classic 8-Day

— Scenery was out of this world. The ascents were hard but it meant you could stop and take it all in, take your time and appreciate just what you are achieving.

Tour du Mont Blanc - Classic 8-Day - Photo partagée par Lorrae

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Munich to Venice: Guided Journey Across the Alps
Guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €5,835
4,6 · 17 reviews
14 days
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Superior
Next departure Jul 12, 2027
Corsica: Northern GR20 with luggage transfers
Guided (fr) Hiking lodge to lodge
Currently unavailable
4,3 · 3 reviews
7 days
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Rustic
Grand Tour of the Écrins
Guided (fr) Hiking lodge to lodge
Currently unavailable
4,6 · 5 reviews
9 days
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Friendly
Munich to Venice by Bike
Self-guided Cycling lodge to lodge
Currently unavailable
5 · 1 review
9 days
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Comfort
Our favourite
Crossing the Alps by Bike: From Munich to Venice
Self-guided Cycling lodge to lodge
Currently unavailable
4,5 · 2 reviews
12 days
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Comfort
Tour du Mont Blanc - Classic 8-Day
Self-guided Hiking lodge to lodge
From €1,770
4,6 · 32 reviews
8 days
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Superior
Next departure from Jun 15, 2027