HF Holidays, the walking and activity holiday specialist is offering a selection of festive European walking breaks departing this December. 

Festive getaway to Tavira, Portugal: Take gentle guided walks through saltpans with birdlife and head off the beaten track to the Mata Nacional de Conçeicão. Toast “Feliz Natal” and celebrate the festivities in true Portuguese style with a home-cooked meal on Christmas Eve. Depart on 21 or 28 December for seven nights from £799pp excluding flights or £1,049pp including flights.

Winter sun walking in Lanzarote, Canary Islands: Walk through volcanic landscape. Visit the  Timanfaya National Park and walk in green valleys, along beaches and the neighbouring island of La Graciosa. Depart on 23 December for seven nights from £949pp excluding flights or £1,249pp including flights.

New Year escape – Guided Walking on Gozo, Maltese Islands: Depart on 28 December for seven nights. Includes a glass of bubbly and three course meal on New Years’ Eve. Discover landscapes including the inland sea, blue lagoon and historic sites such as the hidden cave of Calypso from Homer’s Odyssey. Prices start at £849pp excluding flights or £1,049pp including flights.

Each European festive break is half board with a festive gala dinner and includes a full programme of guided walks each day, with two options every day, all transport to and from the walks and the services of experienced HF Holidays’ leaders.