There are times in life where we need a break from the frenetic pace of our modern-day lifestyles. We spend so much of our time plugged into our phones or laptops (or both at the same time) that we lose touch with the natural world around us. Wilderness holidays are the solution - the chance to reconnect with mother nature as you venture into the wild for a good old-fashioned off-the-grid adventure.

Wilderness Holiday Ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country France – Basque Country – Landes – Arcachon Bay – Bordeaux

    From the Basque Country to Bordeaux - A Road Trip Along France’s Southwest Coast

    Trade crowded icons for quiet charmers on this eight-day road trip along the tranquil shores of southwestern France

    8 days, from £1700 to £2500

  • One Country Portugal - Monsaraz - Belmonte - Alvados

    Villages, Valleys and Vineyards - Central Portugal by Electric Car

    Sidestep the capital to see another side of Portugal on this week-long road trip through a string of tranquil towns

    7 days, from £1800 to £2650

  • One Country Portugal – Azores – Sao Miguel – Lisbon

    From Sao Miguel to Lisbon - Adventure in the Azores and Culture in the Capital

    Explore the very best of Sao Miguel – from caldera walks to dips in thermal springs – before discovering Lisbon with a local

    9 days, from £2000 to £2750

  • One Country France – Corsica – Oletta – Corte – Propriano

    Corsica From Top to Tail - Oletta, Corte and Propriano

    Discover the delightfully diverse landscapes of Corsica on this nine-day road trip from the north to the south of the island

    9 days, from £2300 to £3100

  • One Country France – Corsica – Calvi – Porto Vecchio

    Coastal Chill in Calvi and Porto-Vecchio - A Week Under the Corsican Sun

    Revel in the ruggedness of Corsica during this week-long sojourn on the island’s north and south coasts

    7 days, from £2300 to £3100

  • One Country France – La Gacilly – La Trinite-sur-Mer – Combrit – Trebeurden – Saint-Briac-sur-Mer

    From La Gacilly to Saint-Briac-sur-Mer - A Rugged Road Trip Through Brittany

    Bask in the beauty of Brittany on this 11-day road trip around the region’s rugged coast

    11 days, from £2500 to £3200

  • One Country Canada – Montreal – Lac-Edouard – Sainte-Rose-du-Nord – La Malbaie – Quebec City – Montebello

    Bike Rides and Boat Trips - A Family Adventure in Quebec

    Embark on a grand family road trip across Quebec, sharing an adventure around lakes, forests, fjords and two special cities

    16 days, from £2600 to £3650

  • One Country France – Corsica – Calvi – Corte – Piana – Ajaccio – Levie – Bonifacio

    The Ultimate Corsican Road Trip - The Coast, the Mountains and the Capital

    Discover the scenic and cultural highlights of Corsica on this epic two-week road trip around the island

    13 days, from £2750 to £3300

  • One Country Norway – Tromso – North Cape – Alta – Lyngen Alps

    Snow, Sleds and Aurora - Discover Norway’s Arctic Magic

    Feel the magic of Arctic snow on this eight-day Norwegian adventure, from frozen fjords to the Northern Lights

    8 days, from £2850 to £3650

Wilderness Holidays by country

If you're dipping your toes into wilderness holidays for the first time, our travel-savvy experts can craft an itinerary with the perfect blend of comfort and excitement. In Zambia, set off on immersive walking safaris during the day and then, come night, unwind in a luxurious tented camp. Alternatively, head to the wilds of Canada's British Columbia region where you can combine wildlife watching - everything from bears to whales - with stays in cosy rustic lodges.

If you're after a more adventurous wilderness holiday (the type where there is absolutely no phone signal and a sturdy pair of walking boots are essential) we can recommend destinations - like Guyana - that fit the bill perfectly. This small South American country is bursting with beauty and filled with all manner of weird and wacky wildlife from giant river otters to the notoriously hard to spot jaguars. Trips like this require a great guide (we can pair you up with the best in the business) and a lot of travel expertise (that's where we come in) but they're absolutely worth it.