100 Strenuous hiking vacations found
Langtang Valley trekking vacation, Nepal
Hike beyond the beaten path to the majestic Langtang Valley
From £1,395 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov, 2 Dec
2019: 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 1 Dec
2019: 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 1 Dec
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 $3,335 to US $3,845 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep
2019: 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug
2019: 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug
Late availability on these dates: 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 01 Sep
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Kumano Kodo trail self guided trekking vacation, Japan
Self guided trekking on the Kumano Kodo Trail
From US $975 to US $2,270 7 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 £695 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 25 Aug
Mount Kailash trekking vacation in Tibet
Trek Mount Kailish in Tibet
From £1,595 to £1,695 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Mountain peaks hiking vacation in Norway
Walking tour through peaks in Valdres & Jotunheimen, Norway
From NKr7,075 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Jul
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
Kilimanjaro climb, Machame Route
One of the most scenic routes to trek
From £2,725 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 30 Dec
Inca trail & Amazon Rainforest vacation
Inca Trail, Machu Picchu & rainforest
From US $3,405 to US $3,565 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 31 Oct
2019: 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 17 May, 31 May, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 5 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 11 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov
2019: 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 17 May, 31 May, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 5 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 11 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 03 Aug, 17 Aug, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 05 Oct, 31 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
Alternative Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu
Remote trekking to Machu Picchu
From US $2,499 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 25 Jul, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 12 Sep, 26 Sep
2019: 27 Mar, 10 Apr, 24 Apr, 8 May, 22 May, 12 Jun, 26 Jun, 10 Jul, 24 Jul, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 11 Sep, 25 Sep
2019: 27 Mar, 10 Apr, 24 Apr, 8 May, 22 May, 12 Jun, 26 Jun, 10 Jul, 24 Jul, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 11 Sep, 25 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 25 Jul, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 12 Sep, 26 Sep
Mont Blanc walking vacation
An stunning walk through the Alps around Mont Blanc
From US $1,000 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 05 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 02 Sep, 09 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep
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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
Pyrenees guided walking vacation
Walking& trekking holidays with qualified Mountain Leaders
From £790 to £810 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 30 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
Trek to Everest base camp
Trek to the base of the world's highest mountain
From US $2,290 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 30 Sep, 3 Oct, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 9 Dec, 16 Dec
2019: 9 Jan, 20 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 20 Feb, 22 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 11 May, 19 May, 29 Sep, 2 Oct, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 25 Dec
2020: 5 Jan
2019: 9 Jan, 20 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 20 Feb, 22 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 11 May, 19 May, 29 Sep, 2 Oct, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 25 Dec
2020: 5 Jan
Late availability on these dates: 30 Sep, 03 Oct, 07 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct
Manaslu Circuit hiking vacation, Nepal
A spectacular and fairly isolated circular trek in Nepal
From US $2,475 to US $2,575 18 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 3 Oct, 24 Oct
2019: 3 Apr, 2 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov
2019: 3 Apr, 2 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 03 Oct, 24 Oct
New Zealand hiking vacation
Explore New Zealand's incredible landscapes
From US $7,595 20 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 8 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 26 Jan, 16 Feb
2019: 5 Jan, 26 Jan, 16 Feb
French Alps trekking vacation
Comfortable chalets and mountain huts in the French Alps
From £750 8 days ex flights
Small group travel
Patagonia trekking vacation
Trek the third largest single expanse of ice on earth
From US $1,880 to US $2,070 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departs weekly from November to March.
Patagonia trekking vacation, Patagonia Eco-camp
Camp & trek Los Glaciares & T. del Paine Parks, Patagonia
From US $4,469 to US $5,656 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)
Everest trekking vacation, Everest Circuit
3 week trek of Gokyo Lake & Everest Base Camp
From US $2,990 21 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 31 Oct, 14 Nov, 28 Nov, 5 Dec, 13 Dec, 26 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 23 Jan, 6 Feb, 16 Feb, 18 Feb, 20 Mar, 27 Mar, 3 Apr, 24 Apr, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov, 4 Dec, 12 Dec, 25 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 23 Jan, 6 Feb, 16 Feb, 18 Feb, 20 Mar, 27 Mar, 3 Apr, 24 Apr, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 13 Nov, 4 Dec, 12 Dec, 25 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 03 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 31 Oct
Inca Discovery
Retrace the steps of the Inca
From US $1,350 to US $1,599 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs once a day throughout the year
Everest Base Camp trek, Nepal
For anyone who has dreamed of seeing Mt Everest
From US $1,550US $1,240 to US $1,990US $1,850 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 15 Aug, 25 Aug, 29 Aug, 1 Sep, 5 Sep, 7 Sep, 8 Sep, 12 Sep, 15 Sep, 19 Sep, 22 Sep, 26 Sep, 29 Sep, 3 Oct, 5 Oct, 7 Oct, 10 Oct, 12 Oct, 13 Oct, 17 Oct, 19 Oct, 20 Oct, 21 Oct, 24 Oct, 26 Oct, 27 Oct, 31 Oct, 7 Nov, 9 Nov, 14 Nov, 17 Nov, 21 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 8 Dec, 19 Dec, 22 Dec, 26 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 2 Jan, 9 Jan, 26 Jan, 30 Jan, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 27 Feb, 1 Mar, 2 Mar, 6 Mar, 9 Mar, 13 Mar, 15 Mar ...
2019: 2 Jan, 9 Jan, 26 Jan, 30 Jan, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 27 Feb, 1 Mar, 2 Mar, 6 Mar, 9 Mar, 13 Mar, 15 Mar ...
Up to US $310 off. Late availability on these dates: 15 Aug, 25 Aug, 29 Aug, 01 Sep, 05 Sep, 07 Sep, 08 Sep, 12 Sep, 15 Sep, 19 Sep, 22 Sep, 26 Sep, 29 Sep, 03 Oct, 05 Oct, 07 Oct, 10 Oct, 12 Oct, 13 Oct, 17 Oct, 19 Oct, 20 Oct, 21 Oct, 24 Oct, 26 Oct, 27 Oct, 31 Oct
Kokoda track trekking vacation, Papua New Guinea
Trek across the geographical heart of Papua New Guinea
From US $3,480 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 7 Aug, 25 Aug, 25 Sep, 9 Oct
2019: 15 Apr, 24 Apr, 1 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 24 Aug, 27 Sep, 1 Oct
2019: 15 Apr, 24 Apr, 1 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 24 Aug, 27 Sep, 1 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 07 Aug, 25 Aug, 25 Sep, 09 Oct
Trekking holiday in Cuba
Hiking and exploring the unspoiled national parks of Cuba
From £270 to £580 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Mercantour family hiking vacation, France
Family walking tour with a donkey in Southern French Alps
From €550 to €650 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip departs from mid-May to end-September; best time to go is springtime for the flora
Yunnan trekking vacation in China, tailor made
Off the beaten track trip
From US $1,997 to US $2,483 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
From
€550
excluding flights
It was fantastic. We loved it (even when it rained). (more)Lucy Chadwick
Traveling with a Donkey as companion - a delightful character. We were early in the season so it was very quiet . . . . and the Alpine Flowers were wonderful. (more)John Tyler
Our children would say Kaia, our donkey who they bonded with was the most memorable. For me, the emptiness and the views. Possibly my favourite spot of all was the Chappelle St-Barnabe near Val Pelens where we whiled away a couple of hours in glorious sunshine with spectacular views. (more)Rob Booth
From
US $975
excluding flights
The most memorable part was the phenomenal trek through unspoilt forests...And superb, astonishing accommodation, beyond what we imagined it would be. A perfect combination. (more)Luca Bosatta
9.5%...Most memorable was the friendliness and welcome feeling Japan gives (more)Dianne Williams
Staying in small guesthouses in small towns was very memorable and pushed me outside of my comfort zone in a good way, to experience a bit more of the
culture. This was a great trip and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants a walking vacation on their own time. (more)Cristi Carlstead
From
£695
excluding flights
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
The views from the walks was the highlight. (more)Geoff Wright
From
£1,395
excluding flights
The guides know the families who run the Tea Houses where we stayed ,and on many occasions we were greeted as old friends ! Also by being in a small group the impact on the environment and in the villages we stayed was not as significant as if we'd been in a larger group. (more)Jane Elliott
The western and Nepali guides and porters were great - always smiling and ready to make sure everyone was happy. An excellent trip in all aspects. (more)patricia barber
This trip has some of the most beautiful nature and scenery you will ever see in your life. (more)Albert Assely
From
£270
excluding flights
The beautiful island of Cayo Levisa. And the salsa classes and dancing in the Casas de la Trova. (more)Judith Lamb
Getting to know the Cuban people and staying in their homes was an invaluable experience. By far my favourite moment was the tobacco wanting tour! We enjoyed it so much we returned 2 days later and had a great time visiting the owners of the different farms. (more)Chantal Moore
The nature in Topes de Collantes National Park and Turquino National Park was the most memorable. Overall we've had a great vacation and enjoying a short period of time in the great (current) environment of Cuba is leaving us a beautifull memory for life. (more)Annemarie Van Vliet
From
£1,595
excluding flights
Highly recommended. The company was very efficient in their organisation and everything went seamlessly.
(more)David Conway
Our vacation organisers took great care of us. Throughout they took great care of us - we felt that we were getting great personal service from a company that were treating us like friends. (more)Neil Small
Trust this agent who quietly and with much courtesy arranged this link up.
(more)David Elsey
From
US $2,290
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
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
US $3,405
excluding flights
Extremely enjoyable. There was a lot of travel involved and a fully packed itinery but well worth it as we seen so much and so many great experiences. (more)Keith Charters
The overall experience was very good. ...The Inka Trail and the first glimpse of Machu Picchu from the Sun Gate. (more)Chris Chaddock
An optional visit to a farm in the rainforest was real eye-opener. The Libertador Tambopata lodges were excellent and gave you a real feel for the rainforest. (more)John Duff
From
£790
excluding flights
Thoroughly enjoyable...the absolutely awesome views of mountains covered with patchy snow, lakes of glacial water so still the reflection of the landscape clearly visible; thundering waterfalls cascading down the cliff sides... (more)Carol Ferris
Great walks, good company and food. Was well looked after - important as a solo traveler (more)Rosemary Ruddell
The scenery was very varied and magnificent, at night there was a blanket of stars and the food was very good. Rob led the trek and is a qualified and experienced mountain guide with an extensive knowledge of geology and natural history (the same applies to Emma) which he shared with us. (more)Jenny Lunn
From
£3,130
excluding flights
Inca trail and Machu Picchu was the most memorable part of the vacation (more)Mandy Risso
The Andean explorer train ride from Cusco to Lake Titicaca was an excellent way to see many aspects of Peru from the city suburbs through the slums then farming communities, through the middle of market towns and past the spectacular backdrop of the Andes. (more)Jane Lines
The most lasting memory will probably be our stay on Amantani Island on Lake TitiKaka. We stayed with a family without water and electricity and it was both enjoyable as well as being an eye opener.
(more)Chris Simmons
From
US $1,000
excluding flights
A great experience, really glad I was there for the wild flowers. Well organised and a brilliant guide. Good rapport among the group despite language differences. (more)Susan Sandalls
Excellent - this is our third family vacation through Responsible Travel and each
one has been fantastic. (more)Leslie Keeney
10/10 (more)Angela Wingfield
From
€675
excluding flights
From
£2,725
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The joy and relief of reaching the top of kili, timed to perfection as the sun broke through the horizon.
Tips?
If you want a challenge this is the trip for you and do the 7 day your body will thank you for it.
Local benefits?
Yes, we brought money and employment to the area, the mountain set up was great, the only visible sign is where people had left rubbish on route.
(more)Daniel Waller
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 $2,479
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Hiking the Iceline trail in Yoho National Park. Seeing grizzly and black bears by the roadside.
Tips?
The pace of this vacation is a bit frenetic and there was very little 'down time'. Days started early and every minute was taken up with hiking, cooking for the group (of 16 in our case) and washing up, putting up or taking down tents and
traveling between destinations, but, despite the hard work, it was one of the best vacations I've ever had. Truly fabulous group... (more)Christabel Owens
From
US $2,405
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The whole walk on the Mont Blanc circuit is amazing
Tips?
Make sure you do loads of hills and long walking days to get fit.
Local benefits?
Not really
Overall rating?
Great (more)Barbara Hayers
From
US $3,880
excluding flights
The highlight was the day we reached Uhuru Peak. What an unforgettable experience!!! (more)Emma Recchia
The most memorable part of the climb was probably the feeling of accomplishment when reaching the peak. I felt like I could accomplish anything in life now that I had made this trek successfully. (more)Kurtis Welton
From
£1,250
including domestic flights only
Overall we had an amazing vacation. This was partly down to the breathtaking scenery of the mountains, the beauty of lakeside Pokhara and the bustling excitement of Kathmandu, but mostly down to the quality of service provided by the operator who made the task of trekking for 11 days a really comfortable, relaxing and enjoyable experience. (more)Kylie Ackers
Fantastic. We had a great time and this is mainly due to our travel agent who did an amazing job. (more)Marc Siat
The whole trip was AMAZING, but being in the mountains was my favourite part - especially since my guide and porter were so great. (more)Mandy LG
From
US $695
excluding flights
The whole vacation - with a week of trekking and some days for sightseeing in Pokora and in and around Kathmandu was perfect. Love the combination of active and cultural; trekking through the beautifully lush lower ranges and visiting smaller settlements were our favourite. (more)Els Termaat
This was an exceptional trip, of course due to the stunning mountains, but mostly because of the fantastic work of the team. They made us feel welcome, safe and entertained. It's easy to see the tangible effects of benefiting the local people. Many of the teahouses exist only because of the people coming through on treks. This is particularly important now after the devastation of the earthquake. (more)Emma Collver
Traveling through the villages you will see the women working in the paddy fields. Drinking masala tea overlooking the Phewa Tal against a backdrop of the mountains was wonderfully relaxing after the 6 day trek.
(more)Gill Craig
From
US $1,395
excluding flights
This was an outstanding Trek and an overall wonderful experience...The trekking in Mustang was quite magnificent. It is probably the most amazing mountain scenery we have ever experienced. (more)Michael Cooke
I would rate my trip to the Annapurnas as being one of the best trips I've ever done. My guide & porter were excellent company, they took excellent care of me. (more)Rodney Finlay
From
US $2,945
excluding flights
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
Great...Hiking the Inca Trail to see Macchu Picchu at the end and the Nazca Lines were the most memorable parts. (more)Jack Bond
From
US $775
excluding flights
From
US $695
excluding flights
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
Fabulous vacation. I achieved my goal of climbing Mount Toubkal (with a bit of help from the guide/porters), met some lovely people (now new friends), learnt
a lot about the Moroccan culture and the Atlas Mountains, and saw some spectacular scenery. (more)Pam Harris
