105 Strenuous hiking vacations found
Everest Base Camp luxury trek in Nepal
Luxury lodge trek up to see the highest mountain on Earth
From US $3,219 19 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout September - May
Trek to Everest Base Camp, Nepal
Trek up to see the highest mountain on Earth
From US $1,939 19 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout September to May
Mont Blanc Circuit trek, with hotel accommodation
Classic Tour, using small inns and guesthouses
From US $3,979 to US $4,199 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 11 Jul, 25 Jul, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug
2021: 12 Jun, 19 Jun, 26 Jun, 10 Jul, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 28 Aug
2021: 12 Jun, 19 Jun, 26 Jun, 10 Jul, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 28 Aug
Mont Blanc Circuit classic hiking tour, 8 days
Hearty local cuisine from 3 countries & phenomenal views
From US $2,049 to US $2,179 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 20 Jun, 18 Jul, 8 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep
2021: 26 Jun, 10 Jul, 7 Aug, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep
2021: 26 Jun, 10 Jul, 7 Aug, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep
Travel Team
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Kumano Kodo trail self guided trekking vacation, Japan
Self guided trekking on the Kumano Kodo Trail
From US $1,040 to US $2,415 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Guided walking vacations in the French Alps
Guided walking from a historic chalet base
From £715 8 days ex flights
Small group travel
Winter walking & snowshoeing, France
Top winter walking/snow shoeing in the Mercantour, France
From 830 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 25 Jan
Mont Blanc walking holiday
A stunning walk through the Alps around Mont Blanc
From US $1,150 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep
Inca trail trekking vacation
Andean adventure small group holiday
From US $1,480 to US $1,530 11 days ex flights
Small group travel
South West Coastal Path walking vacation, England
The South West Coast Path and Isles of Scilly
From £459 to £899 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Walking holiday in France, Mercantour Reflections
Magic walking - Mercantour National Park - South of France
From 810 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 16 May
Inca trail & Amazon Rainforest vacation
Inca Trail, Machu Picchu & rainforest
From US $3,649 to US $4,049 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 25 Oct
2020: 10 Apr, 24 Apr, 15 May, 29 May, 3 Jul, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 4 Sep, 18 Sep, 9 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct
2021: 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 23 Apr, 30 Apr, 14 May, 28 May, 11 Jun, 18 Jun, 2 Jul, 16 Jul, 23 Jul, 6 Aug, 20 Aug, 3 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct
2020: 10 Apr, 24 Apr, 15 May, 29 May, 3 Jul, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 7 Aug, 21 Aug, 4 Sep, 18 Sep, 9 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct
2021: 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 23 Apr, 30 Apr, 14 May, 28 May, 11 Jun, 18 Jun, 2 Jul, 16 Jul, 23 Jul, 6 Aug, 20 Aug, 3 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 25 Oct
Trekking and mountain biking in Peru
Stunning Mountain biking, trekking and rainforest, Peru
From US $4,390 21 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Tailormade departures available throughout the year
Everest base camp trek
Trek amid stunning views of the Himalayas
From US $1,375 to US $1,475 18 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Pyrenees guided walking vacation
Walking& trekking holidays with qualified Mountain Leaders
From £870 to £985 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 3 May, 10 May, 30 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep
Annapurna Circuit & Tilicho Lake trekking vacation
Trek in the beautiful Annapurna massif region
From US $1,195 to US $1,295 18 days ex flights
Tailor made
Alternative Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu
Remote trekking to Machu Picchu
From US $2,675 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 25 Mar, 8 Apr, 22 Apr, 6 May, 20 May, 8 Jun, 24 Jun, 8 Jul, 22 Jul, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 12 Oct
Trek to Everest base camp
Trek to the base of the world's highest mountain
From US $2,990US $2,860 to US $2,990 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec
2020: 5 Jan, 19 Jan, 31 Jan, 7 Feb, 21 Feb, 1 Mar, 6 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 9 May, 17 May, 13 Sep, 27 Sep, 30 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 17 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 22 Nov, 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 13 Dec, 23 Dec
2020: 5 Jan, 19 Jan, 31 Jan, 7 Feb, 21 Feb, 1 Mar, 6 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 9 May, 17 May, 13 Sep, 27 Sep, 30 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 17 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 22 Nov, 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 13 Dec, 23 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 27 Oct, 03 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 01 Dec, 15 Dec, 05 Jan, 19 Jan
Manaslu Circuit hiking vacation, Nepal
A spectacular and fairly isolated circular trek in Nepal
From US $2,779 to US $2,879 18 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 30 Oct
2020: 1 Apr, 30 Sep, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 18 Nov
2020: 1 Apr, 30 Sep, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 18 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 30 Oct
New Zealand hiking vacation
Explore New Zealand's incredible landscapes
From US $7,849 to US $8,249 20 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 7 Dec
2020: 7 Mar, 5 Dec
2021: 2 Jan, 23 Jan, 13 Feb, 6 Mar
2020: 7 Mar, 5 Dec
2021: 2 Jan, 23 Jan, 13 Feb, 6 Mar
Late availability on these dates: 07 Dec
Mountain peaks hiking vacation in Norway
Walking tour through peaks in Valdres & Jotunheimen, Norway
From NKr7,200 5 days ex flights
Small group travel
Everest trekking vacation, Everest Circuit
3 week trek of Gokyo Lake & Everest Base Camp
From US $3,360US $3,260 to US $3,380 21 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 23 Oct, 13 Nov, 12 Dec, 25 Dec
2020: 5 Jan, 22 Jan, 5 Feb, 17 Feb, 26 Feb, 18 Mar, 23 Mar, 1 Apr, 22 Apr, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 11 Nov, 2 Dec, 10 Dec, 23 Dec
2020: 5 Jan, 22 Jan, 5 Feb, 17 Feb, 26 Feb, 18 Mar, 23 Mar, 1 Apr, 22 Apr, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 11 Nov, 2 Dec, 10 Dec, 23 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 23 Oct, 13 Nov, 12 Dec, 25 Dec, 05 Jan, 22 Jan
Inca Discovery
Retrace the steps of the Inca
From US $1,104 to US $1,449 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs once a day throughout the year
Patagonia trekking vacation, Patagonia Eco-camp
Camp & trek Los Glaciares & T. del Paine Parks, Patagonia
From US $4,800 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs every Friday with min 2 people (based on Paine W trek in Chile). Departs every Sunday between October and April with min 2 people (based on Paine Circuit in Chile)
Patagonia trekking vacation
Trek the third largest single expanse of ice on earth
From US $2,420 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departs weekly from November to March.
Everest Base Camp trek, Nepal
For anyone who has dreamed of seeing Mt Everest
From US $1,675US $1,445 to US $1,845 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 30 Oct, 2 Nov, 6 Nov, 9 Nov, 13 Nov, 16 Nov, 20 Nov, 22 Nov, 23 Nov, 30 Nov, 4 Dec, 7 Dec, 11 Dec, 14 Dec, 18 Dec, 20 Dec, 21 Dec, 25 Dec, 28 Dec
2020: 8 Jan, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 26 Feb, 4 Mar, 7 Mar, 11 Mar, 13 Mar, 14 Mar, 18 Mar, 20 Mar, 25 Mar, 28 Mar, 1 Apr, 3 Apr, 4 Apr, 6 Apr, 8 Apr, 10 Apr, 11 Apr, 15 Apr, 17 Apr, 18 Apr, 22 Apr, 24 Apr, 25 Apr, 29 Apr, 1 May, 2 May, 8 May, 9 May, 13 May, 16 May, 20 May, 19 Aug ...
2020: 8 Jan, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 26 Feb, 4 Mar, 7 Mar, 11 Mar, 13 Mar, 14 Mar, 18 Mar, 20 Mar, 25 Mar, 28 Mar, 1 Apr, 3 Apr, 4 Apr, 6 Apr, 8 Apr, 10 Apr, 11 Apr, 15 Apr, 17 Apr, 18 Apr, 22 Apr, 24 Apr, 25 Apr, 29 Apr, 1 May, 2 May, 8 May, 9 May, 13 May, 16 May, 20 May, 19 Aug ...
Up to US $270 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 30 Oct, 02 Nov, 06 Nov, 09 Nov, 13 Nov, 16 Nov, 20 Nov, 22 Nov, 23 Nov, 30 Nov, 04 Dec, 07 Dec, 11 Dec, 14 Dec, 18 Dec, 20 Dec, 21 Dec, 25 Dec, 28 Dec, 08 Jan
Late availability on these dates: 30 Oct, 02 Nov, 06 Nov, 09 Nov, 13 Nov, 16 Nov, 20 Nov, 22 Nov, 23 Nov, 30 Nov, 04 Dec, 07 Dec, 11 Dec, 14 Dec, 18 Dec, 20 Dec, 21 Dec, 25 Dec, 28 Dec, 08 Jan
Leon to Santiago de Compostela hiking vacation, Spain
15 days on the most popular Camino from Leσn to Santiago.
From 875 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Sarria to Santiago de Compostela walking tour, Spain
9 days on the popular pilgrimage route - Sarria to Santiago
From 675 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Peru highlights tour, Inca trail, Titicaca and Nazca
Taste Peru's diverse landscapes and fascinating culture
From US $3,179 to US $3,279 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 27 Mar, 17 Apr, 8 May, 22 May, 5 Jun, 26 Jun, 10 Jul, 31 Jul, 14 Aug, 28 Aug, 11 Sep, 2 Oct, 16 Oct
Kokoda track trekking vacation, Papua New Guinea
Trek across the geographical heart of Papua New Guinea
From US $3,760 to US $3,840 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 15 Apr, 24 Apr, 23 May, 27 Jun, 1 Jul, 23 Aug, 19 Sep, 26 Sep
From
US $1,445
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The beautiful Himalayan scenery and the friendliness of fellow trekkers and guides.
Tips?
Make sure you have thick clothes for the day at Base Camp, appropriate medicine for Acute Mountain Sickness, and bring lots of energy snacks.
Local benefits?
Yes, the trek made a point of minimal environmental impact and had a good reputation as a fair employer for guides and porters.
Overall rating?
Absolutely fantastic! (more)Alexander Taylor
From
US $2,300
excluding flights
Fantastic but hard work. We saw lots of Peru and really enjoyed all of the places we visited. (more)Jo Bennett
Bucket list vacation, bucket list memories. Multiple events throughout the entire vacation were memorable such as the snorkelling with Sea Iguanas or into a cave where white tipped sharks were sleeping. (more)Pippa Finlayson
The most memorable part of the trip was staying with local families, going to the local farm in peru!
(more)Alvin Narsey
From
US $3,760
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The history and the people of PNG
Tips?
Get in contact with the trekking company about bringing the correct equipment and materials asap
Local benefits?
Definitely, the locals were very clear on the positive impact the trekking company were having in their community
Overall rating?
(more)Charlotte Astridge
From
US $3,179
excluding flights
I think all of Peru was great and the home stay was probably the best (more)Alasdair Cameron
Walking the trail was very hard in places, but so well organised that it was a great sense of achievement to complete each day and the trail itself. When we got to the Sun Gate above Machu Picchu we arrived in a lot of low cloud which took the edge off it, however we walked on a bit further and got a great high level view of the lost city so we were more than happy with this.
(more)Dave Jackson
It was the most challenging vacation I have ever been on. I came back home with
many wonderful memories. Our guide, Carlos Luchuga, contributed a great deal in the success of my vacations. (more)Teresa Trippenbach
From
875
excluding flights
Standing in front of the cathedral in Santiago was memorable. The trip was a once in a lifetime experience. (more)Roger Forrest
There were many memorable moments. Crossing the Pyrenees on the first day, from St.John pied de port to Roncevalle. Also battling through a bit of a snow storm when going over the mountains from Rabanal del Camino to Molinaseca and passing the famous iron cross en-route... (more)Philip Francis
There were many highlights. The beautiful countryside, lovely little villages, friendly people, and many of the hotels were beyond all expectations. (more)Wendy Williams
From
675
excluding flights
From
US $1,040
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the vacation was staying in the Ryokans and the natural beauty (more)Michael Waterhouse
Specific moments on the trail were memorable, especially at the approach to Hongu, our ryokan and experience at Chikatsuyu.
(more)Joanne Bauer
The most memorable part was hiking the Kumano Kodo, staying in inns along the way; 2 days at Koyasan... Great. (more)Todd Grant
From
£715
excluding flights
Probably the best walking vacation I've ever had - spectacular scenery; the perfect combination of hard physical exercise and pampering that you know you've
earned. (more)Alison Sadler
If you are unsure whether this vacation is for you - just do it. The guided walks were a particular highlight.
(more)Lesley Hadfield
I do want to say that our stay in the chalet was absolutely 5 *****. We were cared for beautifully in a warm and friendly ambiance with delicious, generous and creative meals, including wine. There was plenty on offer at the chalet....tv, games, hot tub. Our guide, Bruno, was fantastic. (more)Denise Hellier
From
830
excluding flights
We had fabulous weather to enjoy the scenery... It was a lovely relaxing vacation. The food was plentiful and good... (more)Catherine Mclaren
Wonderful scenery, great food, best company (more)Michaela Brinkhaus
Having a great variety of walking experiences was wonderful - from full-on snowshoeing to walking over ice and snow with cleats/microspikes on our boots to gazing across from the mountain tops at the Med (more)Angie Polkey
From
US $1,480
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Tips?
Local benefits?
Overall rating?
(more)christian sweeney
From
US $2,860
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Getting to Everest Base Camp and traveling with such a wonderful group of people.
Tips?
Be prepared for cold weather at night and don't underestimate the effects of high altitude.
Local benefits?
Definitely.
Overall rating?
What an amazing experience. We had the best Nepalese guide (Tikendra) and support team. I travelled with an amazing group of people, we supported each other through the hard times and encouraged each other when the going got tough! (more)Marie Cook
From
810
excluding flights
Wonderful walking in the Vesubie valley and Mercantour National Park in stunning mountains with superb views and dazzling lakes. Beautiful wildflowers and countless butterflies, lots of other wildlife to spot. (more)Ian Sheriff
Liz and Mel made us extremely welcome and were excellent hosts. We were given delicious meals and snacks every day and Liz went out of her way to cater for dietary needs, which was a real bonus on a vacation like this. (more)Janet Nelson
Seeing fantastic landscapes & wildlife was memorable. Really great. (more)Ingrid Beveridge
From
US $1,375
excluding flights
All of it was fantastic! Couldn't rate it more highly, it was fabulous and an experience of a lifetime! (more)Amy Brewer
The most memorable part was reaching Everest Base Camp and conquering Thorung La Pass on the Annapurna Circuit!!! In reality however there were many more!! (more)Edmund Raczkowski
It was fantastic! I had a beautiful and relaxing time (even though it was a physical challenge. My guide was knowledgeable and fun and I met some great people along the way!
(more)Veronica Baker
From
£459
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The scenery
Tips?
Be prepared for all types of weather
Local benefits?
Yes
Overall rating?
Great I would book with them again (more)Karla Bascaran
From
US $1,997
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Getting to climb down to the Yangtze River in the Middle Gorge and experience the power of the river. Also a getting boat ride in a stunning part of the river -
when the road was closed. Walking around the Old Town in Leijang
Tips?
Be flexible! Plenty of road closures due to slips - ended up on boats and horses. If you are open to changes you will have great experiences. If you like salt
with food carry you own.
Local benefits?
Probably benefited local... (more)Wendy Barton
From
US $1,195
excluding flights
It was incredible, amazing, breathtaking. Simply spectacular. Totally worth it, Nepal is a paradise, and its people are a big part of the good feeling you get there. (more)Laura Murillo
My guide Krishna and porter Ali were helpful throughout with Ali never saying a negative word about my kit bag he was carrying and Krishna being especially on the early morning ascent to Thorong La Pass. He sensibly walked 40/50 paces then stopped for 30 seconds and then on again etc. At that altitude the pace was just right and we made it to the top in wonderful snowy conditions with clear blue skies at 8.30 am a great memory to have. (more)Len Davison
Nepal is a stunning country but it is being undermined by pollution and corruption. There seems to be an attitude that its ok to overcharge tourists because they are seen as rich by comparison. (more)Jane Crashley
From
US $4,550
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Both Kilimanjaro Trek and Safari
Tips?
Prepare well especially for the cold when doing the trek.
Local benefits?
It definitely benefited local people
Overall rating?
(more)Nicholas Ferrary
From
US $1,800
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The whole trip through the Andean mountains, the remoteness and the beauty of the surroundings. And of course, the way Valentin's company organized it all, it was perfect in one word.
Tips?
Do it! Prepare for a serious physical challenge, especially the Inca trail requires a good condition, steps all the way uphill en slippery stones (when it rains) downhill.
Local benefits?
In a certain way yes, we tipped the porters, cooks and guide and we hope they do good... (more)Ronald Haak
From
US $2,029
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Camping in the back country
Tips?
It is quite likely to be colder than you expect!
Local benefits?
We had 3 nights in the back country which was leave no trace. We had the chance to support local shops, cafes etc where possible.
Overall rating?
Fantastic experience (more)Catherine Mclaren
From
US $899
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the vacation was the stars at night - no light pollution. Having lunch on the highest peak thanks to our trust mule, Kasha. (more)Catherine Evan-Jones
The mountains were superb! Haven't ever seen anything like them before. (more)Jayne Griffith
The most memorable parts of the vacation were tea with Fatima, great group atmosphere, wonderful scenery, simply just getting away from it all!
(more)Linda Sankey
From
US $749
excluding flights
The trip was memorable with breathtaking views of natural beauty and enchanting people (more)Alison Price
For me (the most memorable part of the vacation) was the actual summit day and being part of a fabulous group of like minded people who supported each other amidst lots of laughter.
(more)Moira Anderson
The overall challenge of climbing to the summit was wonderful. Waking in the mountains every morning and spending a few hours happily hiking whilst
enjoying the fresh mountain air and the views was just perfect. I loved it. An experience of a lifetime. I loved it all, and the group dynamic was so supportive and friendly. (more)Anita Howard
From
US $1,249
excluding flights
The optional walks with just a handful of the main group, this included scree skiing, scrambling and night hikes. (more)Jeremy Shottin
All scenery was superb, summit days being special and rewarding. But the memorable part will be the excellency of our guide Mohammed and his team, and the contact with the Berber way of life. (more)Otto Pereira
From
US $3,095
excluding flights
Definitely our 3-day trekking! Not only we saw beautiful landscapes and met very friendly people, but we also developed a connection with our porters and guide as we shared more than just meals. We felt more as a little group and they told us they appreciated it as well. (more)Chiara Vecchi
What an experience! Sometime heavy but always a hand to help. (more)Annemarie van Vliet
From
US $2,249
excluding flights
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