WALKING HOLIDAYS
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1975-2020 CELEBRATING 45 YEARS OF WORLDWIDE ADVENTURES
ANNIVERSARY
MARCH 2020UPDATED EDITION
“Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature’s peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn leaves.” – John Muir
John Muir was known as the father of national parks and was one of the inspirations for our inaugural five week tour to the USA and Canada in 1975. Exploring the wonders of national parks, relaxing in the peace of nature, enjoying the companionship of others, along with good food and accommodation, has been our focus ever since. In 2020, interNATIONAL PARKtours is celebrating our 45th birthday and we feel that national parks and connection to nature are more important than ever. As John Muir says, “the mountains are calling and I must go!”
WHERE TO IN 2020?In 2020 we are returning to some our favourite walking destinations and including exciting new journeys. In Europe, we return to Greece, Turkey, Bulgaria, Croatia and Slovenia while new destinations include Northern England. In Australia, we have revamped our Tasmanian and Short Break journeys while offering a new journey to the Kimberleys. In the Asia Pacific region, we return to the Cook Islands and have a brand new tour to Hokkaido.
WHY TRAVEL WITH US?At interNATIONAL PARKtours, our mission is to connect, celebrate and inspire people in the wild places of the world. We offer small group tours with a focus on half and full day walks in national parks and wilderness areas, places that may otherwise be inaccessible to the independent traveller. There is time to meet locals, taste seasonal food and learn about the history and culture
of each destination visited. Regular feedback from our guests list the key reasons they return to travel with us. It is the variety of destinations on offer, the local people we meet, the great affinity of the groups and our tour leaders who guide the journeys. We also believe the camaraderie, security and safety of travelling with a small group is why guests choose to come with us to destinations near and far. We are proud to offer these sustainable and responsible journeys, that connect with local people and contribute to the communities we visit.
OUR STAFF & TOUR LEADERSOur Beechmont office staff provides personal service at every stage of your travels and for more information about our tour leaders, see the inside back cover. Whether you are looking for a short Aussie getaway, or an extended journey to immerse yourself in an exotic location, we look forward to welcoming you into the interNATIONAL PARKtours family and exploring this beautiful world together.
Happy travels
Lisa Groom and the IPT Team
BOOK EARLY & SAVESave A$500 per person if you pay a deposit by the Advanced Early Bird date. All prices and Advanced Early Bird dates are listed on page 3. To qualify for these prices, we simply need to receive your completed booking form and deposit of A$500 per person per tour, by the dates listed for each tour. Please call 1300 197 201 or email [email protected] if you have any questions.
LOYALTY DISCOUNTS An additional discount of A$200 per person applies to your tour booking if you have travelled on 10 or more IPT tours previously OR you are booking 2 or more tours within a calendar year. For our super loyal and frequent travellers there is a A$400 per person discount if you have travelled 20 or more tours with IPT. This is a small reward to thank you for your long-standing loyalty and support of our walking holidays. Please note that Advanced Early bird and loyalty discounts do not apply to our Short Breaks tours.
HOW TO BOOKTo place your booking, simply visit www.parktours.com.au and select the ‘Bookings’ page or click the ‘Book Now’ tab on the individual tour pages. Alternatively, complete the Tour Booking form (sent with itineraries) and return by post or email with your deposit of A$500 per person per tour.
Note: Please do not book flights until we confirm your tour has reached the minimum number required to operate.
Welcome | 2
L-R: Lisa Groom, Pip Berwick, Suzanne Noakes & Melissa Stephens. Absent: Adi Brown, Rachel Allen & Emily Pearce
TOUR CALENDAR 2020 Book by 31 MarchSave 15% by booking by 31 March 2020
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REGION TOUR NAME START END Price until 31/3 Price from 1/4/20 PAGE
Australia Tasmania - Tarkine to Tasman Peninsula 6-Mar-20 20-Mar-20 $7,050 $8,108 4
Australia Secrets of the Scenic Rim 22-Mar-20 27-Mar-20 $2,800 $3,220 4
Australia Girraween Short Break 28-Mar-20 31-Mar-20 $1,390 $1,599 5
Asia Pacific Borneo, Sumatra & Flores Wildlife Safari 5-Apr-20 17-Apr-20 $7,050 $8,108 10
Europe Greece - Mt Olympus to the Aegean Islands 8-Apr-20 23-Apr-20 $8,050 $9,258 12
Rest of World Madagascar - Island of Discovery 3-May-20 22-May-20 $8,240 $9,476 16
Europe Croatian Coast & Slovenia 10-May-20 29-May-20 $9,100 $10,465 13
Australia Lava Tubes to Lawn Hill 31-May-20 15-Jun-20 $6,775 $7,791 6
Europe Turkey - Cappadocia to the Lycian Coast 1-Jun-20 16-Jun-20 $7,950 $9,143 13
Europe Yorkshire Dales to The Lakes 18-Jul-20 1-Aug-20 $8,095 $9,309 15
Australia Western Australia - Kimberley Coast 6-Aug-20 20-Aug-20 $8,300 $9,545 6
Australia Tamborine Short Break 7-Aug-20 10-Aug-20 $1,590 $1,829 6
Asia Pacific Cook Islands - Nature & Culture 14-Aug-20 27-Aug-20 $7,450 $8,568 11
Australia Lamington Short Break 28-Aug-20 31-Aug-20 $1,490 $1,714 7
Asia Pacific Japan - Autumn in Hokkaido 26-Sep-20 10-Oct-20 $12,795 $14,714 11
Europe Bulgaria - Forests and Folklore 9-Oct-20 23-Oct-20 $4,890 $5,624 15
Australia Flinders Ranges Exploration 10-Oct-20 18-Oct-20 $5,350 $5,635 7
Australia Flinders Island Highlights 20-Oct-20 27-Oct-20 $4,450 $5,118 8
Australia | 4 *Refer to tour calendar (p3) for further pricing & discount deadlines
TASMANIA - TARKINE TO TASMAN PENINSULA (14 NIGHTS) z Walk through eucalypt and tree fern forests to
Liffey Falls z Experience the fabled Walls of Jerusalem
National Park z Marvel subterranean caves at Mole Creek Karst
National Park z Take in the splendour of The Nut in Stanley z Stay in secluded Tarkine wilderness cottages z Explore ancient forests at Mt Donaldson & Mt Rufus z Experience Cradle Mountain - Lake St Claire
National Park z Walk to Russell Falls in Mt Fields National Park z Hike the dramatic cliffs of Cape Raoul in Tasman
National Park z Take time to contemplate the Port Arthur
Historic Site z Cruise the Western Wilderness & Tasman
Peninsula
06-20 Mar 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$7,050 Price until 1/4/20 A$8,108
STARTS/ENDSLaunceston/Hobart
LEADERSBarry Davies with local guides
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 5-17km per walking day with some shorter or longer options
SECRETS OF THE SCENIC RIM (5 NIGHTS) z Immerse yourself in the food, wine, walks, art
& nature of this unique region less than a 60 minute drive from Brisbane
z Discover the rainforests, rivers & escarpments of the World Heritage listed Gondwana Forests of Australia
z Enjoy easy walks in Moogerah Peaks, Main Range, Mt Barney, Tamborine & Lamington National Parks
z Delight in the local flavours of this growing foodie destination
z Stay in family owned lodges & comfortable motels
z Meet local people including wine makers, farmers, historians & artists
22-27 Mar 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$2,800 Price until 1/4/20 A$3,220
STARTS/ENDSBrisbane
LEADERSLisa Groom
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 2-12km per walking day
� Can be joined with Girraween Short Break
Australia | 5 *Refer to tour calendar (p3) for further pricing & discount deadlines
GIRRAWEEN SHORT BREAK (3 NIGHTS) z Explore the escarpment of Main Range National
Park, following rainforest tracks to lookout points
z Spend 2 full days exploring beautiful Girraween National Park & admire the views from the top of granite domes
z View the water formations along Bald Rock Creek
z Taste local wine and produce from the Granite Belt
z Relax in the beautiful cabins at Girraween Environmental Lodge with evening spas and private walks
z Travel via Tenterfield & have the option of climbing to the summit of Bald Rock National Park
28-31 Mar 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$1,390 Price until 1/4/20 A$1,599
STARTS/ENDSBrisbane
LEADERSLisa Groom with Tony Groom
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 4-10km per walking day with some challenging options
� Can be joined with Secrets of the Scenic Rim
LAVA TUBES TO LAWN HILL (15 NIGHTS) z Explore the best of Queensland’s north & outback
on this 16 day journey z Enjoy two nights at eco-accredited Undara
Experience & a guided lava tube tour in Undara Volcanic National Park
z Relax on the slow train journey of the historic Gulflander from Croydon to Normanton
z Relax at Karumba on the Gulf of Carpentaria z Enjoy a sunset river cruise, crocodile & bird
watching plus local seafood dinners z Spend two full days of walking, swimming &
canoe excursions in Boodjamulla National Park (Lawn Hill)
z Journey to the country towns of Croydon, Normanton, Mt Isa, Cloncurry, Richmond & Charters Towers
z Learn about paleontology at Richmond, Riversleigh Fossil Centre & World Heritage site
31 May-15 Jun 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$6,775 Price until 1/4/20 A$7,791
STARTS/ENDSCairns/Townsville
LEADERSBarry Davies
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 2-10km per walking day
BOOK EARLY & SAVE $500
with our Advanced Early Bird pricing
Australia | 6 *Refer to tour calendar (p3) for further pricing & discount deadlines
WESTERN AUSTRALIA - KIMBERLEY COAST (14 NIGHTS) z Spend 14 nights camping in comfortable dome
tents in the wilderness of the Kimberley z Visit Bell Creek gorge & enjoy a walk in the King
Leopold Range Conservation Park z Encounter the incredible birdlife of Mornington
Wilderness Sanctuary z Discover the less visited Adcock & Galvin Gorges z Enjoy an adventurous day in the Manning Gorge
with optional creek swims z Spend time at El Questro Station with its many
walking & cruise options z Take in the spectacular views from the Pentecost
& Five Rivers lookouts z Experience the natural wonder of Purnululu
National Park (Bungle Bungle)
06-20 Aug 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$8,300 Price until 1/4/20 A$9,545
STARTS/ENDSBroome/Kununurra
LEADERSRay Dickson with local guides
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 2-10km per walking day with some challenging options
LAMINGTON SHORT BREAK (3 NIGHTS) z Enjoy short walks in Tamborine National Park,
following rainforest tracks to lookout points z Spend 2 full days exploring beautiful Lamington
National Park on some of the lesser known tracks
z Experience sections of the Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk
z Walk Warringa Pool to Purling Brook Falls at Springbrook National Park
z Learn about the conservation journey around these Scenic Rim parks with the local Groom family
z Taste local wine and produce from the Scenic Rim
z Relax in the surrounds of our private accommodation with evening spas and valley views
28-31 Aug 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$1,490 Price until 1/4/20 A$1,714
STARTS/ENDSBrisbane
LEADERSLisa Groom with Tony Groom
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 4-12km per walking day with some longer options
Australia | 7 *Refer to tour calendar (p3) for further pricing & discount deadlines
FLINDERS RANGES EXPLORATION (8 NIGHTS) z Discover the dramatic gorges of Mount
Remarkable National Park z Take 6 days to explore one of South Australia’s
most iconic destinations, Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park
z Marvel at the landscapes that so inspired artist, Hans Heysen
z Discover the wildlife of this remote region, including the Yellow-footed rock wallaby & the majestic wedge-tailed eagle
z Walk in the ancient geographical landscapes of Bunyeroo Valley, Parachilna Gorge, Aroona Valley & Brachina Gorge
z Explore sections of the Heysen Trail z Wander the rim of the awe-inspiring natural
amphitheatre of Wilpena Pound (Ikara) z Two tour leaders provide a variety of walking
options
10-18 Oct 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$4,900 Price until 1/4/20 A$5,635
STARTS/ENDSAdelaide
LEADERSGraeme McGregor with Quentin Chester
WALK RATINGModerate: 5-18km per walking day
� Can be joined with Flinders Island Highlights
FLINDERS ISLAND HIGHLIGHTS (7 NIGHTS) z Immerse yourself for seven nights in the
pristine environment of Flinders Island off Tasmania’s north east coast
z Explore the bays & high points of the largest island in the Furneaux group with locally based guides
z Enjoy an optional hike up Mt Strzelecki for spectacular views of Flinders & surrounding islands
z Take gentle coastal walks to bays, inlets & headlands with ever-changing vistas
z Admire the orange hue of lichen-covered rocks & the intricate patterns of tidal pools
z Delight in the varied wildlife, including native bird species the Cape Barren Goose
z Indulge in freshly caught seafood and quality local produce
20-27 Oct 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$4,450 Price until 1/4/20 A$5,118
STARTS/ENDSLaunceston
LEADERSDavid Heap with local guides
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 5-11km per walking day with optional challenging walk
� Can be joined with Flinders Ranges Exploration
BOOK EARLY & SAVE $500
with our Advanced Early Bird pricing
*Refer to tour calendar (p3) for further pricing & discount deadlines Asia Pacific | 8
BORNEO, SUMATRA & FLORES WILDLIFE SAFARI (12 NIGHTS) z Visit the world’s richest nation in terms of
biodiversity z Explore the unique ecosystems of Tanjung
Puting, Way Kambas & Komodo National Parks z Stay in eco-lodges supporting local communities z View orangutans, gibbons & other primates on
walks & river cruises z Visit conservation centres z Track endangered wildlife in their natural
habitat z Bathe Sumatran elephants z Photograph prehistoric Komodo dragons z Snorkel coral reefs in the Flores Sea z Visit ethnic villages & learn about cultural
differences z Enjoy colourful traditional performances
05-17 Apr 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$7,050 Price until 1/4/20 A$8,108
STARTS/ENDSDenpasar
LEADERSSuzanne Noakes with local guides
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 2-8km per walking day
� Can be joined with Sumatra Conservation Program
COOK ISLANDS - NATURE & CULTURE (13 NIGHTS) z Take a winter escape to explore the islands or
Rarotonga, Atiu & Aitutaki z Walk through local markets & pristine native
rainforest on Rarotonga z Search for rare birdlife in Tupapa Valley z Learn about ancient & modern agricultural
techniques that sustain self-sufficiency z Explore lush tropical jungle, secluded coves &
stunning limestone caves of Atiu Island z Snorkel crystal clear lagoons, enjoy spectacular
scenery & local foods in Aitutaki z Feast on traditional culinary delights z Witness dance & traditional stories of the
friendly Cook Islanders
14-27 Aug 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$7,450 Price until 1/4/20 A$8,568
STARTS/ENDSRaratonga
LEADERSJudith Kunzle with local guides
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 3-10km per walking day with some challenging options
*Refer to tour calendar (p3) for further pricing & discount deadlines
*Refer to tour calendar (p3) for further pricing & discount deadlines Asia Pacific | 9Want the full itinerary? Download at parktours.com.au or call 1300 197 201
JAPAN - AUTUMN IN HOKKAIDO (14 NIGHTS) z Watch the first Autumn leaves colour the
Hokkaido national parks & lakes z Explore walking trails within Japan’s largest
national park, Daisetsuzan z Walk in Sounkyo Gorge & soak in traditional
Japanese hot-springs (onsen) z Take the ropeway (cable-car) & enjoy mountain
nature trails on Kurodake z Hike at the base of active stratovolcano,
Tokachidake z Explore the Sea of Okhotsk coastline & lagoons
of Abashiri Quasi National Park z Cruise along World Heritage listed Shiretoko
Peninsula & walk the Five Lake trail z In Akan-Mashu National Park, hike to the
summit of Meakan & around Lake Onneto z Wander Kushiro Marsh & search for tancho, rare
red-crowned cranes
26 Sep-10 Oct 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$1,2795 Price until 1/4/20 A$1,4714
STARTS/ENDSChitose/Kushiro
LEADERSLisa Groom with local guides
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 5-15km per walking day with some challenging options
GREECE - MT OLYMPUS TO THE AEGEAN ISLANDS (15 NIGHTS) z Walk through history from the northern
mountains to the Cylades islands in the Aegean z Visit waterfalls, canyons & lookout points in Mt
Olympus National Park z Have time to walk & visit the fascinating
Meteora Monastery complex z Uncover Greek mythology in the temples,
sanctuaries & archaeological museum of Delphi z Join a village walk on the sacred slopes of Mt
Parnassus z See the best of Athens with local guides z Spend Easter on Andros Island with walks &
celebrations z Walk to traditional dovecote villages & a rock
fortress on the island of Tinos
08-23 Apr 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$8,050 Price until 1/4/20 A$9,258
STARTS/ENDSThessaloniki/Athens
LEADERSNikolas Magitsis with local guides
WALK RATINGModerate: 5-15km per walking day with some longer options
� Can be joined with Amalfi Coast Immersion
Europe | 9
BOOK EARLY & SAVE $500
with our Advanced Early Bird pricing
*Refer to tour calendar (p3) for further pricing & discount deadlines Europe | 10
CROATIAN COAST & SLOVENIA (19 NIGHTS) z Stroll along the polished stone streets &
ramparts of World Heritage listed Dubrovnik z Walk to the beautiful lakes, coves & hilltops of
Mljet, one of Croatia’s island jewels z Have time in the coastal towns of Ston, Split,
Trogir & Sibenik z Enjoy boardwalks & boat rides in Krka National Park z Explore the karst river canyons & valleys of
Paklenica National Park z Walk just above water on the pathways of
Plitvice National Park z Enjoy a local walking tour & free time in vibrant
Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia z Hike in the classic alpine scenery of Triglav
National Park & Logarska Dolina Nature Park z Relax in an Austrian eco-spa resort before
transferring to the capital of Vienna
10-29 May 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$9,100 Price until 1/4/20 A$10,465
STARTS/ENDSDubrovnik/Vienna
LEADERSLisa Groom with local guides
WALK RATINGModerate: 5-15km per walking day with some longer options
� Can be joined with Turkey - Cappadocia to the Lycian Coast
TURKEY - CAPPADOCIA TO THE LYCIAN COAST (15 NIGHTS) z Be immersed in Istanbul with guided
neighbourhood tours z Take a Bosphorus boat cruise & step back to the
time of the Sultans z Explore the hidden valleys & unique volcanic
rock formations of Cappadocia z Visit an underground city & enjoy a riverside
walk in Ihlara Valley z On the St Paul Trail, walk on Roman roads & to
lookouts over Lake Egirdir z Search for sunken cities & swim in turquoise
waters near Kekova z Visit the ancient cities of Sagalassos, Termessos,
Patara & Myra z On the Mediterranean coast, hike on the Lycian
Way to Roman aqueducts & the Oludeniz Lagoon
z Walk through Hittite, Greek, Roman, Seljuk & Ottoman history
01-16 Jun 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$7,950 Price until 1/4/20 A$9,143
STARTS/ENDSIstanbul
LEADERSOzgur Tepe with Lisa Groom
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 5-15km per walking day with some longer options
� Can be joined with Croatian Coast & Slovenia
*Refer to tour calendar (p3) for further pricing & discount deadlines Europe | 11 Europe | 11
YORKSHIRE DALES TO THE LAKES (14 NIGHTS) z Walk in the North York Moors, Yorkshire Dales &
Lakes District National Parks z From the walled city of York explore North
Yorkshire & Cleveland Heritage Coast z Visit windy moors, limestone scars & the villages
that inspired the Bronte Sisters z Enjoy waterfall & riverside trails plus a creamery
visit in the Wensleydale region z View the impressive Ribblehead Viaduct & White
Scar Caves z Enjoy 6 nights in the Lake District National Park
with walks to dazzling lakes, soaring fells & verdant valleys
z Explore the world of children’s writer, Beatrix Potter, one of the Lake District’s most passionate conservationists
18 Jul-01 Aug 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$8,095 Price until 1/4/20 A$9,309
STARTS/ENDSYork/Manchester
LEADERSDavid Heap with local guides
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 3-15km per walking day with some longer options
� Can be joined with Northern Spain - Highlights of the Pyrenees
BULGARIA - FORESTS AND FOLKLORE (14 NIGHTS) z Ramble through rural landscapes with deep
gorges, spectacular caves, forests & meadows z Delight in the Autumn colours as the patchwork
of golden deciduous trees contrast with the dark green conifers
z Absorb the tranquillity of Bulgaria’s finest monasteries including Rila, Rozhen & Bachkovo
z Discover the hospitality & cultural traditions of remote Bulgarian villages
z Delight in the architecture & beautifully preserved towns of Melnik, Leshten, Kovachevitsa & Koprivshtitsa
z Taste traditional Bulgarian & Balkan cuisine with regional wines
z Discover the secrets of Bulgaria’s world-famous rose oil in the Valley of the Roses
z Experience the history of Sofia & the charm of Plovdivn
09-23 Oct 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$4,890 Price until 1/4/20 A$5,624
STARTS/ENDSSofia
LEADERSNeli Radkova with local guides
WALK RATINGEasy to Moderate: 5-15km per walking day with some challenging options.
BOOK EARLY & SAVE $500
with our Advanced Early Bird pricing
*Refer to tour calendar (p3) for further pricing & discount deadlines Rest of World | 12
MADAGASCAR - ISLAND OF DISCOVERY (19 NIGHTS) z Visit many of Madagascar’s national parks
& reserves protecting a huge variety of ecosystems
z Encounter endemic fauna including many species of lemur, chameleon, geckos, insects & birdlife
z Walk in a range of rainforest habitats, prairies & open grasslands
z Enjoy the colonial architecture of the larger towns & ochre brick buildings of smaller villages
z Visit local markets known for wooden & natural fibre art & craft
z Snorkel lagoons on one of the world’s largest coral reefs & visit bird colonies on nearby islands
z Meet local people who are creatively contributing in their regional economy
03-22 May 2020PRICEPrice until 31/3/20 A$8,240 Price until 1/4/20 A$9,476
STARTS/ENDSAntananarivo
LEADERSDidier Ramilison with local guides
WALK RATINGModerate: 5-15km per walking day with some shorter or longer options
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Tour Style & ItinerariesWe want you to be active yet comfortable while exploring this beautiful planet. While day walks are our main mode of exploration, most tours include a focus on regional food, locally owned accommodation and meeting the local people to experience their history and culture. Our itineraries include the day-by-day activities, walk descriptions and meal inclusions. You can download itineraries from our website, request via email [email protected] or phone 1300 197 201.
We Keep in TouchAfter acknowledging receipt of your booking form and deposit, we will be in touch when your tour has reached its minimum group size. A comprehensive information pack will then be sent to you, including a Tour A-Z, suggested packing list, medical questionnaire, balance of payment invoice and pre/post accommodation options. The final mailing is sent out approximately three weeks before departure and includes final tour documents, meeting points, and any final travel information.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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CELEBRATING 45 YEARS...We would like to thank all our wonderful guests, tour leaders and office staff for the last 45 years! Thanks for being part of the interNATIONAL PARKtours family and especially thanks to Tony & Connie Groom for starting this journey back in 1975! If you have travelled with us in the past, we hope you have collected some great memories in the national parks of the world. We are looking forward to many more adventures in the future. Here are just a few photos from across the years….
ANNIVERSARY
Introducing interNATIONAL PARKtours’ leadersThe many comments we receive confirm the belief that our leaders are special people. They are dedicated to ensuring you have genuine experiences of each destination plus a relaxed and memorable walking holiday. interNATIONALPARKtours leaders’ are from many nations and all walks of life, with a common love of exploring and enjoying the outdoors. We choose our tour leaders for their diverse knowledge, people skills and ability to weave the day to day activities into a great flow. Their task is to look after all the details of travel, leaving you free to walk, relax and enjoy. They are there to support you but they may stretch your comfort levels occasionally and get you to places you never imagined possible!
Our tour leaders draw on regional specialists within the destinations we travel and work with local guides on many occasions. These local guides enhance the tour with their knowledge of cities, towns and walking experience.
They have a deep understanding of the local culture, nature and best places to eat and relax! No amount of guidebooks or google searches will beat tour leaders and guides with their knowledge and know-how.
Travel writer Kate Humble explains this well…
“perhaps what makes a good guide is also what makes a good friend; someone whose company you enjoy, who can surprise and delight you, whose advice and comfort you can seek, but who also knows when to leave you in peace.”
And from one of our guests...
The ability of interNATIONAL PARKtours to find knowledgeable, friendly, interesting tour leaders is one of your great strengths. We look forward to planning our next walk soon.
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OUR GUIDING LIGHTS
Photo Credits: Teresa Cause, Quentin Chester, Susie Cunningham (Visit Scenic Rim), Alan Don, Denise Dowman, Daniel Feinstein, Bernard Gagnon, Lisa Groom, Tony Groom, John Harston, Joan Kenny, Judith Kunzle, Mick Long, Graeme McGregor, Leo San Sebastian, Dick Stone , Tourism and Events Queensland, Tasmania Tourism, Shutterstock
L-R from top: Leo San Sebastian, Enzo Amodio , David Heap, Barry Davies, Graeme McGregor, Dr Claire Oelrichs, Judith Kunzle, Didier Ramilison, Ozgur Tepe, Suzanne Noakes, Nikolas Magitsis, Neli Radkova, Daniel Feinstein, Lisa & Tony Groom, Alan Don, Ray Dickson
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