Where to Hike: the 6 Best Historical Walks Worldwide

1.Hiking the Historic Nakasendo Trail [1 Day Tour from Nagoya]

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · from $210Our pick

Hike Japan’s historic Nakasendo Trail from Tsumago to Magome with an English-speaking guide, private transport, mountain scenery, and rural charm.

“Despite literally a torrential rainstorm taking place during the majority of the hike the Team at Snow Monkey tours kept our hardy band of trekkers motivated and interested as we made our way across the signature trail between Tsumago and Magome. A great experience well worth taking.”

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2.Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri with certified mountain guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $158

Hike Hakone Hachiri from Lake Ashi to Mishima with a certified guide, historic trails, Mt Fuji views, local buses, and Edo-era sights.

“The tour included hiking on quiet trails and then exploring the region by bus and by foot. It was a very rewarding experience. Akihiro was very kind and good natured and knowledgeable about history and nature, and he took us to places we wouldn’t have even know about. We had a fabulous time.”

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3.Semi – Private Tour at Cape of Rodon; Hidden Beaches & History

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $170

Explore Cape of Rodon from Tirana with a small group, coastal hikes, Skanderbeg’s castle, Saint Anthony’s Church, beaches, and bunkers.

“The tour was well organised with pick up from our accommodation and clear communication from the beginning. The hike was a bit challenging, so make sure to bring good shoes and water, but it was sooo worth it! We were the only ones on the trail and the views along the way and once we reached the top were breath taking. Extra plus, our "exquisite" ;) guide Dritan! He speaks perfect English, is very knowledgable and friendly and we had a really good time together. He cares a lot about making everyone feel comfortable and explained a lot about his country! He even took a lot of pictures of us…”

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4.1-Day Tour from Nagoya: Hiking the Historic Nakasendo Trail

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 34 reviews · 8 hours · from $189

Hike Japan’s historic Nakasendo Trail from Tsumago to Magome on an 8-hour small-group tour from Nagoya with an English-speaking guide.

“It was a wonderful experience!! Kim was a fabulous guide and was very knowledgeable about the Nakasendo trail. It was surreal for us to finally did the trail and that made our dream trip became a reality. Our driver was fabulous as well. He was driving within the speed limit, courteous and polite.”

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5.Morning Hiking Tour: Mt. Futaba & Hiroshima’s History

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $157

Hike Mt. Futaba from Hiroshima Station, visit shrines and red torii gates, enjoy a bento breakfast, tea, and sweeping city views.

“It was a very nice and informative Tour. Our Guide Michi told us a lot about Hiroshima, Japan and Religion. The views from summit of the Mount have been very nice.”

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6.3Hour Outdoor Budapest Normafa Hike&History With a Historian

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 10 reviews · 3 hours · from $37Best value

Hike Budapest’s Buda Hills with historian Kálmán Dániel, visit Elizabeth Lookout, and enjoy city views on this easy three-hour outing.

“The guide Daniele was amazing and wonderful. We had such a great time and the tour was beautiful. Highly racommended.”

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