Not sure how active your tour will be? Wondering if the pace and walking involved match your comfort level? This guide is here to help you choose a tour that’s the right fit for your travel style.
Every guided tour includes a bit of physical activity, whether it’s strolling through a museum, climbing the steps of the Acropolis, or wandering cobblestone streets. That’s why each of our tours is assigned a physical activity level: Low, Moderate, High, or Very High. These ratings give you a better sense of what to expect based on your itinerary.
How to find your tour’s activity level
You can find your tour’s activity level on its page on our website. Just click the activity level (for example, “Moderate”) to read the full description. If you’re already booked, you’ll also find this information under Health Notes in your online account (U.S. travelers/Canadian travelers) or mobile app (U.S. travelers/Canadian travelers).
Use this rating, along with the tour itinerary and our Tour Pace FAQ, to decide if a tour matches your comfort level and travel preferences.
What each activity level means
Low
Perfect for travelers who prefer short walks and a more relaxed pace.
You’ll:
- Walk about 1 mile per day
- Stick to mostly flat, paved, or indoor surfaces
- Climb occasional, well-maintained stairs
- Stand briefly during commentary or photo stops
- Carry your own luggage
- Get on and off the motor coach without assistance
Example activities:
- Strolling through flower gardens in Amsterdam
- Riding a canal boat in Paris or London
Moderate
Great for travelers who are comfortable with casual walking and some hills or stairs.
You’ll:
- Walk about 2 miles per day
- Navigate mostly flat ground with occasional stairs or inclines
- Stand for varying periods during guided tours
- Carry your own luggage
- Get on and off the motor coach without assistance
Example activities:
- Touring a vineyard and taking a cooking class in Southern Italy
- Exploring museums in Scandinavia
High
Best for travelers who enjoy staying active and want to make the most of each day.
You’ll:
- Walk 2–3 miles per day
- Navigate cobblestones, stairs, and hills
- Climb stairs often, sometimes without handrails
- Stand for long stretches during walking tours
- Carry your own luggage
- Get on and off the motor coach without assistance
Example activities:
- Walking through ancient ruins in Italy
- Touring historic palaces in Alpine Europe
Very high
Ideal for travelers with hiking or fitness experience who are up for a more vigorous adventure.
You’ll:
- Walk 3–5 miles per day (or more, depending on excursions)
- Navigate rocky paths, steep hills, and uneven staircases
- Climb tall staircases often
- Stand for extended periods during walking tours
- Carry your own luggage
- Get on and off the motor coach without assistance
Example activities:
- Hiking in the Japanese Alps
- Walking through hilltop villages on the Amalfi Coast
Next steps:
- Check your tour’s physical activity level on the website or in your account.
- Consider your comfort with walking, stairs, and standing.
- Use this info to find a tour that matches your pace - and your sense of adventure,