A guided tour or river cruise takes the logistics off your plate, which is restful in itself. These Globus-family departures add walking, paddling and nature, and the food policies are spelled out so you know what to ask for.
Which Globus and Avalon trips are best for an active, wellness-minded traveler?
Quick answer
It depends on how active you want to be. Lead prices are as listed by Globus and Avalon on October 24, 2026, per person, and change often.
Active & Discovery on the Danube Westbound (WBL)
Avalon Waterways · 8 days, Danube River · Best for GF/DF/egg-free
An active river cruise with hiking, canoeing and biking options in port. Listed from $4,326. See it on High Vibe Vacay.
Food note: Avalon: gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan dishes made on request; allergen labels include eggs and milk; plant-forward Avalon Fresh menu (per avalonwaterways.com).
Checked: Avalon WBL · Avalon dining - On High Vibe Vacay: See the voyage · Request this trip
Camino de Santiago: Scenic Portuguese Route (5380)
Globus Faith · 11 days, Porto to Santiago
A walking pilgrimage covering about 75 miles on foot over 11 days. Listed from $3,699. See it on High Vibe Vacay.
Food note: Globus says special meals outside the US can't be promised. Tell Allie your needs so she can request them in writing.
Checked: Globus Faith 5380
Inspiring Iceland (DI), Small Group Discovery
Globus · 8 days, max 18 guests
A small-group nature trip with geothermal stops. Listed from $5,869. See it on High Vibe Vacay.
Food note: Globus says special meals outside the US can't be promised. Tell Allie your needs so she can request them in writing.
Checked: Globus DI - On High Vibe Vacay: See the voyage · Request this trip
Costa Rica Escape with Tortuguero (K3Q)
Globus · 10 days
Rainforest, hanging bridges, Arenal and Monteverde with logistics handled. Listed from $1,889. See it on High Vibe Vacay; more in our Costa Rica guide.
Food note: Globus says special meals outside the US can't be promised. Tell Allie your needs so she can request them in writing.
Checked: Globus K3Q - On High Vibe Vacay: See the voyage · Request this trip
Enchanting Italy (DJ), Small Group Discovery
Globus · 9 days, Rome to Venice
Food-forward Italy with a Tuscan cooking class and olive-oil tasting. Listed from $5,399. See it on High Vibe Vacay.
Food note: Globus says special meals outside the US can't be promised. Tell Allie your needs so she can request them in writing.
Checked: Globus DJ - On High Vibe Vacay: See the voyage · Request this trip
Can a tour or river cruise handle gluten-free, dairy-free and egg-free?
It depends on the operator. Avalon publishes the most detail: gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan dishes on request, with allergen labels that include eggs. Globus says special meals outside the US can't be promised, so plan snacks and confirm restaurants ahead. Our GF, DF and egg-free travel guide covers the rest.
Avalon publishes the most detail: gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan dishes on request, with allergen labels that include eggs.
Is a group tour good for a solo traveler?
It depends on your style, but small groups like Globus's Small Group Discovery (max 18 on Inspiring Iceland) make it easy to have company without planning. See how to plan a solo wellness trip.
FAQ
Which Avalon river cruise is most active?
Of those we list, Active & Discovery on the Danube Westbound (WBL), with hiking, canoeing and biking options (checked October 24, 2026). - On High Vibe Vacay: See the voyage · Request this trip
How far do you walk on the Globus Camino tour?
About 75 miles on foot over 11 days on the Scenic Portuguese Route, per Globus Faith.
Plan this trip
Tell Allie how active you want to be and how you eat. She will check departures and request your meals in writing.
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Photo: C.Stadler/Bwag / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
Move every day at your own pace in Danube River
Active & Discovery on the Danube Westbound (WBL)
An active river cruise — hiking, canoeing, biking — and Avalon publishes detailed dietary options.
Avalon WaterwaysFrom $4,326 pp, as of October 2026
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Photo: Jon Worth from Germany / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0
Move every day at your own pace in Porto
Camino de Santiago: Scenic Portuguese Route (5380)
A walking pilgrimage: about 75 miles on foot over 11 days.
Globus FaithFrom $3,699 pp, as of October 2026
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Photo: Pierre-Selim Huard / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0
Wake up somewhere awe-inspiring in Iceland
Inspiring Iceland (DI), Small Group Discovery
Small-group nature trip with geothermal stops.
GlobusFrom $5,869 pp, as of October 2026
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Photo: Christophe Meneboeuf / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
Wake up close to wild nature in Costa Rica
Costa Rica Escape with Tortuguero (K3Q)
Rainforest, hanging bridges, Arenal and Monteverde with the logistics handled.
GlobusFrom $1,889 pp, as of October 2026
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Photo: Julian Lupyan / Wikimedia Commons · CC0
Eat organic, farm-fresh food in Rome to Venice
Enchanting Italy (DJ), Small Group Discovery
Food-forward Italy: a Tuscan cooking class and olive-oil tasting.
GlobusFrom $5,399 pp, as of October 2026
Sources
- Avalon WBL: https://www.avalonwaterways.com/river-cruise/active-discovery-on-the-danube-westbound/wbl/ (checked October 24, 2026)
- Avalon dining: https://www.avalonwaterways.com/why-avalon/dining (checked October 24, 2026)
- Globus Faith 5380: https://www.globusfaith.com/tour/camino-de-santiago-the-scenic-portuguese-route/5380/ (checked October 24, 2026)
- Globus DI: https://www.globusjourneys.com/tour/inspiring-iceland/di/ (checked October 24, 2026)
- Globus K3Q: https://www.globusjourneys.com/tour/costa-rica-escape-with-tortuguero/k3q/ (checked October 24, 2026)
- Globus DJ: https://www.globusjourneys.com/tour/enchanting-italy/dj/ (checked October 24, 2026)
- Photo: Wachau (2).JPG, C.Stadler/Bwag, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons: https://commons.wikimedia.org/?curid=48991048
Photo credits
- Active & Discovery on the Danube Westbound (WBL): Photo: C.Stadler/Bwag / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Camino de Santiago: Scenic Portuguese Route (5380): Photo: Jon Worth from Germany / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0
- Inspiring Iceland (DI), Small Group Discovery: Photo: Pierre-Selim Huard / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0
- Costa Rica Escape with Tortuguero (K3Q): Photo: Christophe Meneboeuf / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
- Enchanting Italy (DJ), Small Group Discovery: Photo: Julian Lupyan / Wikimedia Commons · CC0
Scores and features are High Vibe Vacay’s own reading of public sources as of October 2026. Confirm details with the property or line before booking.
