We’ve always loved the Lake District. The stunning scenery, exciting hikes, real pubs and delicious food. But we don’t love the crowds.

Hiking and outdoor activities based around Kotor and the Skadar National Park in Montenegro can be enjoyed by anyone with a reasonable level of fitness.

Montenegro is stunning: jagged limestone mountains soaring out of the deep blue Adriatic and rugged inland mountain ranges offering true wilderness.

A lovely hike and a paddle while exploring the Lahinja Landscape Park, Slovenia. Birdwatching and maybe a glimpse of otters and beavers.

An easy hike near Macugnaga in the Anzasca Valley in the Italian Alps. Walking firstly to Lago dell Fate and then on to Crocette provides spectacular scenery and ancient history.

An easy, stunning hike along the Kolpa river on the Slovenia/Croatia border. Temperate rainforest – perfect for getting close to nature.