Village Retreat tours are as strenuous as you want them to be.  You can do an epic hike, a moderate one, or you can take a day off.  Visit the spa, or take a cable car up to that local mountaintop… the choice is always yours.  There is something special about getting to know a place and giving yourself the space to recharge.  For a truly relaxing vacation, this is the way to go.

Village Retreat tours are great for families with young kids.  This is how we travel with our families.  Slow down, hike when you feel like it, enjoy the local sights, and relax in a great hotel when you’re not on the trail.  It’s wonderful.

They are also the best choice for shoulder-season tours, since you’re not required to cross any high passes.  May through October is reasonable, but if you prefer easy walks, sightseeing, and lazy spa days, any time of year is great.  There are even miles of plowed winter walks in a lot of great locations.