SELF-GUIDED WALKS, HIKES & TREKS

This is a beautiful walk made that much more enjoyable by Stroll. Their professionalism, courtesy and friendliness prior to the walk ensured that we were well prepared for the trip. The map and comprehensive track notes, supplied well before our departure (we did this walk self-guided), ensured our complete confidence navigating our way. To be fair, there is adequate signage along the track, however our notes provided important details like location of toilets, shelters etc. – we were able to advise some other walkers who were EXTREMELY grateful – as well as more accurate travel times. All the bookings at the lodges we stayed at each night – 4 nights in total, 2 adults – all passed smoothly and exactly as specified in our booking. The lodges used could not be faulted. All boat and luggage transfers operated seamlessly. Highly recommended.

Lorraine B

Booked the Kumano Kodo trek through Stroll. The staff were great and very helpful. We were provided with detailed notes on what we had to do once we were in Japan.
They had organised everything for us, including a customised itinerary. It was very clear that they had been there, including some of the staff in the office, which was very reassuring. They didn’t miss a beat, and we can’t wait to book another walk as soon as I can get another leave pass!
Thank you.

Sidney R – Kumano Kodo

We did the 7 day walk on Amalfi, which was just fabulous. Stroll were amazing – helpful, flexible, especially in COVID-time, accomodating and friendly. The walk and the picks ups and accommodation were wonderful. This is a must-do walk.

Carol Z – Almalfi

With Stroll and I could not fault one thing about the organisation. They were fantastic. From the beginning, they got back to me the quickest out of all the companies I contacted, and that communication did not wane. They were always there for me, even with all the uncertainties of border closures, lockdowns etc. The maps and information provided were great and then on the trip the accommodation, food and transport were better than I expected. It was great! I definitely will only go with them for future walks as I know they do everything first-rate! Highly recommend them ?

Dianne T – Provence

My husband and I had a rare child free holiday and did the self-guided Nakasendo Way.
What a great experience. The walk notes and maps from Stroll were great and so were the ryokans and meals, all very special and plentiful and delicious.
The star of the show was, of course, the Japanese countryside, the scenery and the authentic Japanese Villages. The walk notes gave multiple options to suit different fitness levels. The scenery was breathtaking.
Also, the booking process with the staff in the Stroll office was great, and they were very helpful.

Mary P – Nakasendo Way

Mont Blanc, we did this walk last week. The walk is in a beautiful environment and the organisation and notes provided by Stroll was first class. The accommodations along the way to Courmayeur are beautiful. The local support and food was absolutely fantastic.
The strongest recommendation for using Stroll is the almost unbelievable support once the walk had started. We were there is the recent extreme weather and walks were reconfigured to suit and support available at all times of day from both the local team and Stroll team. We were able to have a really enjoyable hiking holiday despite the weather conditions

Greg D– Mont Blanc

The  Tour du Mont Blanc was stunning. We are skiers who regularly spend time in the mountains in skiing season. It was an amazing experience to get up colse to them in summer. Having walked with Stroll on many walking holidays, Stroll continues to be the most professional, detail-oriented and experienced walking holiday company out there. Nothing is too hard.  The accommodation was great, and all the hosts were lovely. Enjoying a glass of wine or two and a good meal at the end of a day’s hiking is the only way to go.

This is the second walk with Stroll we have done, and we are already planning our third (and fourth, and fifth…).

Caroline H – Tour du Mont Blanc

My friend and I just completed a self-guided 7-day Kumano Kodo walk Stroll. The contact with staff, organisation, planning, accommodation, food, and transfers were excellent.

The walking notes/directions are very useful, especially for highlights along the way you might otherwise miss while watching your footing. The cultural experience along the way, eating and staying in authentic Japanese Ryokans, was worth the trip by itself. This was our first experience with Stroll and we will be back to do more self-guided walks. Thanks so much.

Glenda M – Kumano Kodo

Our group has just finished a 6 day walk through the Flinders Ranges. Stroll organised everything brilliantly which made our job simple by just enjoying ourselves and allowing us to just enjoy the walk through amazing areas of our country. I would highly recommend Stroll to anyone as the company was a pleasure to deal with and nothing is too much trouble to them. We will be back to do another one soon. Thank you. Liz

Liz G – Flinders Ranges

We walked the Great Ocean Walk as a self-guided 7 day trip arranged by Stroll in April. It wasn’t our first Stroll trip, and it won’t be our last!
The Great Ocean Walk traverses from Apollo Bay to the Twelve Apostles, along cliffs, beaches, through eucalypt forests, coastal scrub, fern glades and grass tree plains. The variety of ecosystems is amazing, and the different wildlife in each (lots of koalas, wallabies, kangaroos, and bird life) really special to see.
Although the track can be done in 5-8 days with camping along the way (even less by the crazies who choose to walk 30km+ a day!) we chose the 7-day option with the accommodation and catering logistics taken care of by Stroll, so we could carry only a light day-pack and slow down and enjoy it. An average day was around 15-16km, with a couple of days slightly shorter and one longer one (20km). It isn’t a difficult walk for anyone with basic fitness, though there are a few ups and downs, and some previous multi-day experience and suitable worn-in footwear would be a good idea to avoid sore muscles and blisters.
Stroll arranged all our accommodation and catering as well as the transport to and from the track as a package, and we were really happy with all aspects. We stayed in the simple but very atmospheric Cape Otway Lighthouse and a couple of boutique B&Bs, all comfortable and conducive to relaxing after each day’s walk. The food supplied by each host was fabulous – every meal was generous, nutritious and delicious. The daily walking notes were comprehensive and added value by providing extra information regarding history, ecosystems and wildlife along the way, and were up to date and accurate, so no worries about getting lost! Local knowledge and information shared by our lovely transport driver and our accommodation hosts offered further insights into this beautiful area.
We have walked a few of Australia’s classic tracks (The Overland and others in Tassie, the Larapinta, parts of the Australian Alps Track in NSW and VIC) as well as some classic hikes overseas, and the Great Ocean Walk really ranks highly up there. It’s a fabulous walk through the pristine Victorian country, and Stroll take care of the background stuff, so all you need to do each day is get up and get dressed, eat, walk, repeat, relax, sleep, repeat! For those who’d like the logistics sorted out for them and no heavy camping pack to carry, I really recommend Stroll.

Mic M – Great Ocean Walk

Stroll has put together a great walking experience on the iconic Coast to Coast walk. Fantastic scenery, a solid walking challenge each day but not too tough, excellent accommodation, including in the historic Pubs and Bed and Breakfasts along the route. Walking in and out of accommodation was a real highlight.. Each day was well-paced and left time for a bit of sightseeing and a bit of chilling time along the way. Responsive, friendly staff. Good track notes.

Susy M – Coast to Coast

I had a wonderful week and thoroughly enjoyed every minute. I would have no hesitation recommending Stroll. The guides were fantastic and everything was extremely well organised from start to finish.

Luci Wright – Great Ocean Walk

I’ve done five walks with Stroll and they’re a terrific company to deal with. All the walks were stunning and the people on the ground share the same passion for their work and are always very informative and helpful. I thoroughly recommend Stroll to anyone who is looking for the kind of holiday where all you to do is turn up and walk. They take care of everything else.

Cathy Rees – Flinders Ranges & Great Ocean Road Walk