Is This Pilgrimage Right for Me?
Most of our pilgrims are in their 50s, 60s, and 70s, and many travel with us year after year. Guests should be in good general health and comfortable walking, standing, traveling by bus, and staying active throughout the day.
Walking & Standing
Travelers should generally expect 3–5 hours of walking and standing per day, though this varies by itinerary, crowds, shrine access and bus drop-off locations.
Some travel days may be lighter, while full touring days may require additional time on your feet. Days can be long, often with uneven terrain, stairs, cobblestones, coach transfers, and several consecutive days of activity.
Maintaining Pace
Participants are expected to maintain a steady walking pace so the group can remain on schedule. Opportunities to rest vary depending on the day’s itinerary and timing.
Wheelchair & Mobility Requirements
Guests who use mobility devices, including wheelchairs, canes, and walkers, should carefully review the following requirements before traveling.
Mobility: Participants using mobility devices must be able to navigate some stairs and walk short distances without assistance.
Companion Requirement for Wheelchair Users: Wheelchair users must be accompanied by a registered and paid travel companion who can provide any needed assistance, including pushing the wheelchair. Glimmer Tours staff, guides, and tour leaders are not able to provide mobility assistance.
Personal Wheelchair: Participants who require a wheelchair must bring their own wheelchair. Wheelchair rentals are not available.
Allowed Mobility Devices: Manual, non-electric wheelchairs, canes, and walkers are permitted. Electric scooters and motorized wheelchairs cannot be accommodated due to motorcoach storage and accessibility limitations throughout our itineraries.