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A hiking & trekking tour is a guided multi-day walk through mountains, valleys or coastlines, with route-finding, accommodation, meals and often luggage transfers organised for you. You carry a light daypack and focus on the walking — the hard logistics are done.

Tours
9
Price from
$770 per person
Length
4–10 days
Most departures
June, July, August
Popular start
Kas
Traveler rating
4.3 / 5 from 761 reviews

Updated October 2026

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What to expect on Hiking & Trekking tours

  • Steady days on the trail

    Expect four to seven hours of walking a day on most treks, broken up by long lunch stops and viewpoints. The pace is set for the group, and the guide adjusts it to the slowest walker, not the fastest.

  • Teahouses, lodges and mountain huts

    Accommodation follows the landscape: family-run teahouses in the Himalaya, refuges in the Alps, guesthouses in villages. Simple, warm and part of the experience — not a hotel chain.

  • Altitude done properly

    On high treks the itinerary includes acclimatisation days and a 'climb high, sleep low' rhythm. Experienced guides watch for altitude symptoms and will turn back when health comes first.

  • Porters and luggage transfers

    On many routes your main bag travels by porter, mule or vehicle to the next stop, so you only carry water, snacks and a layer. Check each tour page for the luggage weight limit.

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Travelers on their Hiking & Trekking tours

“The walk in the forest was beautiful - all the walks were well-paced and well led. We enjoyed the pasta making and the pizza evening. Hard to pick highlights as it was all so good”

Julie Tour: 8 Days Walking the Amalfi Coast Agriturismo

“An incredible once-in-a-lifetime experience! the tour partner were phenomenal from start to finish - our guides, Danny and Daniel, head porter, Benedict and head chef, Leandro, and all the porters were fantastic. Highly recommend!”

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Your Hiking & Trekking tour questions, answered

How fit do I need to be for a trekking tour?

You should be able to walk five to six hours on hilly terrain and repeat it the next day. Train with long walks and stairs for six to eight weeks before you go; it makes the trip far more enjoyable.

When is the best season to trek in the Himalaya?

October to November gives the clearest mountain views and stable weather, and March to May brings rhododendron blooms. The summer monsoon (June to September) makes many trails wet and cloudy.

Do I need trekking permits?

Most national parks and conservation areas require permits, and the rules change from season to season. On a guided tour the operator arranges them — check the 'What's included' section of the tour.

What gear should I bring?

Broken-in hiking boots, moisture-wicking layers, a warm down or fleece jacket, a waterproof shell, a hat, gloves and a headlamp. A 25–35 litre daypack is ideal. Sleeping bags can often be rented locally.

What happens if I can't continue the trek?

Guides are trained to handle it: depending on the route you may rest, descend with an assistant guide or be evacuated. This is why travel insurance with high-altitude and evacuation cover is essential.

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