Hiking · WORLDWIDE
Good full-day hikes fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes, and how they differ once you are on the trail.
Hike the High Atlas from Marrakech with Berber villages, a camel ride, mint tea, mountain views, and a homemade lunch for $26.
“It was a great day with Ali as our guide and Abdul as our driver.”
Review of the Samaria Gorge trek from Chania, with route details, costs, difficulty, ferry ride, guide support, and practical hiking tips.
“Everything was great. The transport was on time and Sara is a great guide taking care of everyone’s wellbeing. I do recommend the trip.”
Review of the Samaria Gorge trek from Rethymno, with transport, guide, ferry, costs, fitness advice, route details, and practical tips.
“Amazing!! Long day though - which I guess couldn’t be helped due to the amount of pick ups needed and location. Couldn’t fault the hike!!”
Review of Sofia’s Seven Rila Lakes hike, with lift details, winter warnings, guide tips, costs, route difficulty, and practical advice.
“The navigator was great at explaining and navigate us through the mountain in order to see all seven lakes. (At the time we went there we saw 6 because one of the lakes was not its best shape but I’m sure that won’t be an issue in the future). And people in our group were really friendly. Bring comfortable clothes and a jacket since it can get chilly. And bring snacks and water since the hiking trip is long and there aren’t any kiosks apart from the one between the lift and the mountain. That being said, I somewhat agree with the description that this is made for people with…”
Review of Halong Bay’s $38 full-day cruise from Hanoi, with cave, viewpoint hike, beach time, lunch, kayaking, and practical tips.
“The trip was very organized and on time. The scenery was beautiful and the staffs were accommodating. Sam, our tour guide is very friendly and helpful. He made us appreciate the history of vietnam esp. ha long bay.”
Hike Pedra do Telégrafo for sweeping Rio views, then unwind at Grumari or Prainha Beach on this guided tour from $56.
“Dayvision was the BEST! Pickup time was coordinated prior to the day of the tour. He picked up me & my friends on time the day of the tour. We had a wonderful drive to Pedra do telegrafo. He was very knowledgeable and funny. When It came to the hike, he was VERY patient with us. We were able to complete the hike in 1 hour and 10 minutes (as we took a lot of breaks). He was so kind and allowed us to relax when needed. When we got to the top, he took amazing photos for us at the rock. It felt victorious once we completed the hike.…”
Trek rice terraces from Sa Pa through Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, and Ta Van with lunch, a local guide, and return bus for $25.
“You must be physicly fit to take this tour are there is a lot of going down very stiff paths. The local women will follow you along the way and try to sell you things.”
Hike Puerto Vallarta’s jungle coast to six beaches, swim, snorkel, ride local buses, and finish with seafood at Las Ánimas.
“This experience was absolutely incredible! The hike struck the perfect balance between adventure, breathtaking coastal scenery, and exploring beautiful hidden beaches that felt untouched. Our guide José made the day unforgettable. He was friendly, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable about the area, always making sure everyone felt safe and included. His passion for the region really showed and added so much to the adventure. Everything was well organized from start to finish. I wouldn’t change a thing, highly recommend this tour, especially with José as your guide!”
Review of Beijing’s Jinshanling Great Wall hike, with quiet trails, original ruins, restored towers, local lunch, and practical tips.
“Our second day in China was unforgettable thanks to Cheney, our guide for the Jinshanling Great Wall hike. From the beginning, he was very friendly, funny, and well-prepared, which made the whole experience really enjoyable and smootRead more”
Explore Cappadocia’s Ihlara Valley, Kaymakli Underground City, Selime Monastery, and Pigeon Valley on a practical full-day tour.
“Awesome day trip with Guide Ferman and driver Mehmet (sp?). They planned the route to beat the crowds and the guide was very knowledgeable. This was one of the highlights of the trip - just be prepared to do some walking!”
Review of Madeira’s Ponta de São Lourenço hike from Funchal, with cliff views, swimming, transport details, guide tips, and honest value advice.
“it's our second tour with Rubi. She is great! We’ve done about 7 or 8 tours in Madeira, and almost all of them felt a bit rushed — not enough time to truly enjoy the scenery, take photos, or just pause and soak it all in. This tour was completely different. Everything was well-paced and comfortable, with enough time for breaks, taking in the views, and resting — especially important in the heat. We’re very grateful to our guide, Rubi, for that! Also, a tip: bring your swimsuits — you might need them!”
Review of Cat Ba’s 9-hour hike, village cycle, Lan Ha Bay kayak and swim, with honest advice on fitness, value, and what to pack.
“Le trekking n’a pas eu lieu dans son intégralité car une tempête était attendue. Au lieu de nous prévenir la veille afin d’éviter de rester bloqués l’organisateur a indiqué que l’activité avait bien lieu. Ce qui s’est avéré faux. Après 4 heures au lRead more”
Feed and bathe elephants, make herbal medicine, hike to a waterfall, and bamboo raft through Chiang Mai countryside for $57.
“The transport was very late (aprox 40min) and nobody notified us, so it was stressfull becaise we didn’t know if we were at the right place or if something went wrong and they forgot us.”
Review of Anchorage’s full-day Matanuska Glacier hike, with Glenn Highway scenery, gear, guides, costs, stops, and practical booking advice.
“Seeing a glacier up close was truly an experience! Our guide Jacob was very engaging and patient, showing us how to use the spikes and making sure we were comfortable during the tour. He was also very knowledgeable about the glacier and surrounding area. Highly recommend this tour and Jacob”
Review of WOW Scotland’s Skye Explorer from Inverness, with Old Man of Storr, Quiraing, Fairy Glen, Cuillins, and Eilean Donan.
“Rainy and yet, Tim made it fun. Great experience that we would recommend for others who want to see the Isle of Skye and like a walk. Recommend ensuring you have good shoes and good rain jackets (because it’s Scotland). The lunch provided was also really fantastic.”
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