Health and Fitness Travel Introduce New Wellness & Active Tours
Health and Fitness Travel, the wellness holiday specialists, is excited to announce the launch of their new Active Tours and Wellness Tours in a variety of exciting destinations, including Costa Rica, Japan and Iceland. These tours are specifically crafted to engage both the muscles and the mind with the Active Tours collection offering destinations spanning the globe from Argentina to Japan and the wellness tours featuring everything from the culinary to the cultural against a stunning backdrop of vibrant destinations such as Bali, Peru and Italy.
Cultural awareness has been proven to have a significant impact on mental health, and as such progressively more travellers are seeking a holiday that not only enriches the mind, body and soul, but also actively promotes the discovery of a different culture. By stimulating and refreshing the mind through a mixture of various wellness activities, these tours meet this growing trend, combining the benefits of exercise and invigorating the mind, with new experiences and cultures.
From white water rafting through the black water rivers of Argentina, to unwinding in the naturally heated Blue Lagoon of Iceland, these tours have something for everyone.
Paul Joseph, Founder of Health and Fitness Travel, says “These Active and Wellness Tours meet the demand for combined health, fitness and cultural holidays. Consumers are constantly seeking new ways to reduce illness and alleviate symptoms of stress and burnout, and these tours offer exciting opportunities to uncover different cultures, enhancing cultural awareness whilst increasing fitness levels and improving overall well-being”
The active tours are ideally suited to adventurous travellers who can explore the chosen destination on a range of different energetic activities, in the company of like-minded individuals. Whereas, well-being conscious travellers can unwind and embark on a health journey of self-discovery, delving deeper into the culture of their chosen destination on a wellness tour. Active and Wellness Tours ensure an enriching experience, rejuvenating the mind and body to improve overall well-being.
Active Tours
This is the perfect tour for those that love to get active and explore the natural wonders of the new countries. Spend three weeks adventuring through the untouched beauty of Patagonia, including the famed W trek of Torres Del Paine hiking, biking and white-water rafting through awesome mountain peaks and blackwater rivers running throughout the vast natural wonderland. The extreme sports and exhilarating activities will provide adrenaline rushes, one after the other. Yet it’s undiluted connection to nature on your trip that will leave you more energised than ever before, and extremely grateful for the planet we live on.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 19 nights on the Argentina & Chile Active Tour from £5,045pp. Price includes an optional arrival transfer, breakfast as well as 6 lunches and 3 dinners and an active tour.
Widely regarded as the happiest country in Asia, the infectious smiles of the local people are sure to add to the incredible experiences you’ll encounter on this 11-day tour of Bhutan. Experience the magic and mystery of this great Himalayan Kingdom first-hand as you hike through the culture-rich country. Surrounded by thick alpine forest, with the distant view of Mt. Jomolhari ahead of you, trek through the sacred mountain passes of the celebrated Druk Path. Culminate the trip by ascending to the profound Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) which clings to the mountain, towering 2,953m above the city.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 10 nights on the Bhutan Active Tour from £2,875pp sharing or £3,810pp on a single room basis. Price includes an optional arrival transfer, breakfast as well as 9 lunches and 10 dinners and an active tour.
Experience the fascinating wonders of China whilst getting active on this eye-opening healthy holiday. Immerse yourself in this land’s truly remarkable history, culture and geography as you step off the beaten track, trekking through tiny villages and past seemingly endless rice fields. Fly through the ancient walled city of Xi’an on a guided cycle tour, and then take some time to marvel at its spectacular imperial tombs and palaces on foot. Finish your tour by navigating the bustling streets and bright lights of Hong Kong and relax reflecting on your captivating experiences from your journey, returning home wholly enriched in body and mind.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 14 nights on the China Active Tour from £1,830pp. Price includes an optional arrival transfer, 1 breakfast, 1 lunch and 1 dinner as well as an active tour.
Embark on this healthy holiday to the Land of the Rising Sun for an active adventure exploring all the cultural treasures Japan has to offer. Experience the country in new and exciting ways, biking the Shimanami Kaido route and kayaking around the famed floating torii gate in the Bay of Miyajima. Hike along the ancient Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route to spectacular shrines set alongside Japan’s highest waterfall and dense forest and visit the magnificent Wakayama Castle on this jam-packed tour. The refreshing mix of cultural touchstones and visits to lesser-known areas will leave you feeling revitalized, having witnessed Japan in all its glory.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 12 nights on the Japan Active Tour from £4,375pp. Price includes 3 breakfasts, 3 dinners and an active tour.
Venture out to the mythical islands of Galapagos set away from the East coast of Ecuador. Walking in the footsteps of Charles Darwin, embark on an electrifying discovery of unusual animals on land and underwater including, from inquisitive manta rays and docile Galapagos tortoise to the playful sea lions, roaming freely around the island. Putting on your explorer hat, hike high over the island to the peak of Sierra Negra Volcano, cycle around the island and snorkel the glistening waters of the archipelago to feed the endlessly inquisitive nature of our being and get fit whilst doing so on this once-in-a-lifetime 10-day tour.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 9 nights on the Galapagos Active Tour from £2,475pp. Price includes an optional arrival transfer, breakfast, 5 lunches and 2 dinners and an active tour.
Wellness Tours
Reconnect with your spiritual side on this soul-enriching wellness tour of Bali which will see you stay in Ubud, Pemuteran and Sanur along the way. Immerse yourself in daily yoga practices and rejuvenating activities, including experiencing a traditional offering at a Hindu temple. Visit sacred temples, hike the Munduk waterfall and cycle along the rice terraces in Jatiluwih. Healing ceremonies and cooking classes will open you up to learning new things about yourself and Bali’s rich culture. You’ll return home feeling enriched from the inside out, full of stories to tell and feeling enriched from the inside out thanks to this amazing tour.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 8 nights on the Bali Wellness Tour from £1,435pp. Price includes an arrival transfer, breakfast, 4 lunches and a wellness tour.
Visit the beautiful country of Thailand and immerse in ancient restorative yoga practices. Experience a deep connection during sunrise yoga and explore the cultural sights of Thailand with a visit to a local temple. Enjoy local, healthy food during a cooking class that will leave a smile on your face. Explore a Buddhist temple and try stand up paddleboarding whilst also getting to try your hand at making a Thai herbal compress ball with a local family. Don’t forget to unwind with a dip in the hot springs in Pai and wrap your journey up sitting on the beach, watching the sunset over the ocean in Koh Samui.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 8 nights on the Thailand Wellness Tour from £1,685pp sharing or £2,710 on a single room basis. Price includes an arrival transfer, breakfast, 2 lunches and 3 dinners and a wellness tour.
Enjoy the beautiful country of Italy and immerse yourself in the architecture under the Tuscan sun. This seven- day tour has the perfect balance after the morning yoga and meditating sessions to then explore Italy on walking tours to see the beautiful sights. Have a wander through local villages and try the local wine and food with a cooking class. This tour will show you all the main sights of Italian Tuscany as well as helping you to rejuvenate mind and body with spa visits and cultural excursions to some of Italy’s most famed landmarks and historical sites. Return wholly inspired after sampling la dolce vita!
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 6 nights on the Italy Wellness Tour from £2,060pp sharing or £3,920 on a single room basis. Price includes breakfast, 1 lunch and 3 dinners and a wellness tour.
This eleven-day tour takes you on a journey around the most iconic sights of Northern India. Immerse yourself in the diverse Indian culture through visiting temples and embarking on walking tours. Connect your inner self with a newfound warmth through the awe-inspiring sights and recover with yoga, meditation and healing thermal waters to nourish and revitalise yourself. Lose yourself in all the beauty and culture that India has to offer and gain a deeper relationship with yourself on a journey that includes temple visits, an ashram experience and a Wagah border ceremony. Return home having boosted your mind, body and soul, ready to share your experience with the world!
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 10 nights on the India Wellness Tour from £1,750pp. Price includes an arrival transfer, breakfast, 2 lunches and 3 dinners and a wellness tour.
Explore Costa Rica and its rich and varied way of life, including taking part in a project supporting 200 local farmers at a coffee plantation. With time to explore and take part in activities including trips, surfing and recharging with healthy food. After a long day exploring, relax and rejuvenate in your spare time with meditation and yoga before sublimely relaxing in a therapeutic mud bath. Challenge yourself with stand up paddleboarding, snorkelling, canyoning and even waterfall swimming on this week-long and adventure-packed wellness tour which will leave you feeling rejuvenated in mind and spirit following your tropical getaway in this wonderful part of the world.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 7 nights on the Costa Rica Wellness Tour from £1,625pp. Price includes an arrival transfer, breakfast, 2 lunches and 3 dinners and a wellness tour.
Treat both your mind and body by discovering the beautiful scenery in Colombia, with eight days to explore including a hike in Tayrona National Park and a day trip to Islas del Rosario. Make sure to fuel up with healthy local food on a street food tour and relax and heal during your visit to the sacred pools of the Aluna Springs. Get active in the crystal-clear waters with snorkelling or kayaking and learn how to salsa with dance classes in the evening. Nourish the mind and body with daily yoga practices to complete your Colombian adventure, reflecting on yourself over the course of the revelatory eight days away.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 7 nights on the Colombia Wellness Tour from £1,685pp sharing or £2,100 on a single room basis. Price includes an arrival transfer, breakfast, 3 lunches and 3 dinners and a wellness tour.
This seven-day wellness tour of Peru promises adventure, exploration and cultural enrichment. Explore the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and the 1-day Inca Trail Hike and connect on a tactile and spiritual level with those who went before you. Healthy local food experiences matched with stand-up paddle boarding, yoga and a visit to the hot springs will prioritise physical and mental wellbeing. Whilst the stunning mountain views, an Incan welcome ceremony and the space to reflect will open and soothe your mind. You’ll come away having boosted your wellness and knowledge of this incredible destination steeped in history and culture.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 6 nights on the Peru Wellness Tour from £1,500pp. Price includes an arrival transfer, breakfast, 2 lunches and a wellness tour.
Mix luxury and wilderness exploration on this wellness tour of Patagonia that will see you hiking Cerro Tronador, taking in Argentina’s rugged and beautiful terrain. Relax during meditation and yoga classes to set you up for the adventures that await you every day. Indulge in sumptuous local cuisine and let off steam with a craft beer tour and tasting session. Experience bustling culture in Buenos Aires before reconnecting with nature and yourself in Estancia and Bariloche where you’ll stay in a wood cabin in a national park. With lots of additional excursions and experiences available too, you’ll never be short of things to do and experience in this fantastic country!
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 7 nights on the Patagonia Wellness Tour from £2,060pp sharing or £2,675 on a single room basis. Price includes an arrival transfer, breakfast, 2 lunches and 3 dinners and a wellness tour.
Go on a mindfulness journey to Nepal and fully immerse yourself in the local culture and Buddhist history on this 13-day tour of the Himalayan kingdom. Enjoy a calming visit to one of the world’s largest Buddhist shrines, Boudhanath and see the beautiful scenery of Nepal on a Rupakot hike. Embark on a fascinating Jeep safari in Chitwan National Park, taking in the local wildlife. There are also opportunities to get involved with the local community – including a homestay with a cookery class and visiting the Sisterhood of Survivors Project. Overall, this is a fantastic tour to embark on if you’re looking to gain a deeper sense of yourself whilst experiencing a new culture.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 12 nights on the Nepal Wellness Tour from £3,000pp sharing or £3,700 on a single room basis. Price includes an arrival transfer, breakfast, 5 lunches and 9 dinners and a wellness tour.
Immerse yourself in the beauty and natural wonders of Iceland on this week-long wellness tour that will see you hiking, visiting majestic waterfalls and bathing in the Blue Lagoon. Dynamic yoga and meditation classes will see you reconnecting with the earth on the black sandy beaches of Reynisfjara and geothermal rifts. When you’re not sampling Iceland’s exquisite natural phenomena like the Northern Lights or National Parks, you can take part in cooking classes – learning how to make rye bread and visit the Harper Concert Hall as you tour Reykjavik. Return full of enthusiasm for this wonderous Northern European country, revitalised in mind, body and spirit.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891 healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 12 nights on the Nepal Wellness Tour from £3,000pp sharing or £3,700 on a single room basis. Price includes an arrival transfer, breakfast, 5 lunches and 9 dinners and a wellness tour.
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