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The World’s 15 Best Small-Group Hikes

39 hikes  ·  from $35 a head

A capped group changes the pace more than the price. The 15 below state the real maximum, what happens if only two of you book, and which ones will still run in poor weather.

Small Group: Valley of Fire Half Day Tour from Las Vegas - Atlatl Rock adds thousands of years of human history
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Small Group: Valley of Fire Half Day Tour from Las Vegas

Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik - Seljalandsfoss, a waterfall with a rear view
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Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

2.Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 827 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $205

Review of Iceland’s South Coast small-group tour from Reykjavik, with waterfalls, Reynisfjara Beach, and a guided Sólheimajökull glacier hike.

“We got very lucky with amazing weather, sunny, not too windy and beautiful views and attractions. The two waterfalls were amazing, and the first had a shop and coffee spot, the lunch stop at the black sand beach was delicious. The the glacier hike was unparalleled. We learned a lot, had a friendly guide and had an exciting day and we're back in town for dinner.”

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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group - Blue ice, crevasses, and glacial formations
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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group

3.Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 799 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115

Hike Iceland’s Sólheimajökull glacier in a small group with crampons, an ice axe, expert guidance, blue ice, crevasses, and glacier water.

“The hike was difficult for me, as I have a desk job and not much physical activity. But my husband was having no issues. Nonetheless it was amazing and totally worth the hike. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Helped take pictures. Showed us cool stuff. Would recommend. No regrets.”

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Guided Hike through Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon (Small Group) - Why the guide makes a difference
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Guided Hike through Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon (Small Group)

4.Guided Hike through Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon (Small Group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 708 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $69

Review of the Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon hike near Kanab, with guide tips, jeep ride details, pricing, terrain, weather, and who should book.

“The excursion was well worth it. We would have missed so much had we tried to go on our own. Our guide, Sherman, was very knowledgeable and shared with us some interesting facts as well as showing us specific things to view. He even gave us a tip on how to take a vertical panoramic photo!”

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From Beijing: Small Group Hike at Jinshanling Great Wall - The 8am meeting and the long ride north
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From Beijing: Small Group Hike at Jinshanling Great Wall

5.Small Group Hike at Jinshanling Great Wall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 667 reviews · 9 hours · from $52

Hike Jinshanling’s restored and wild Great Wall from Beijing with a small group, local lunch, sweeping views, water, poles, and easy transport.

“It was a nice day. Our driver (Li Jimbo) met and took us to Jinshsnling. Very smooth and comfortable ride! Mr Li suggested water at every opportunity and welcomed us to wait in a car after the hiking. Also, the hiking was great. I think, that the Jinshanling is the best part of the Great Wall, I absolutely liked it. 4 hours is enough to hike all the opened area and take a short lunch in the Wall. Thank you!”

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Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour - Skaftafell National Park gives the hike its setting
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Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour

6.Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 580 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $117

Review of the Skaftafell Glacier Hike, with route details, gear, price, guide quality, fitness advice, and practical booking tips.

“Love our guide Maria! She's experienced and super caring. Took extremely good care of my 10yo daughter throughout the hike by holding her hand and keeping her company. Wonderful guide and staff at trolls expedition are experienced and warm too. 5 stars!”

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Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls - Hotel pickup keeps the morning simple
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Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls

Chiang Mai: Gibbons, Trekking & Mae Kampong Small Group Tour - The morning drive into Mae Kampong
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Chiang Mai: Gibbons, Trekking & Mae Kampong Small Group Tour

8.Gibbons, Trekking & Mae Kampong Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 504 reviews · from $77

Review of Chiang Mai’s Mae Kampong tour, with wild gibbons, forest trekking, local food, waterfalls, village life, and practical tips.

“Aside from the rain, it was so beautiful to be hiking and experiencing the gibbons of Mae Kam Pong! The architecture is stellar, and the hospitality and food were 10/10.”

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Skaftafell: Extra-Small Group Glacier Hike - The 4x4 ride to Falljökull saves your legs
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Skaftafell: Extra-Small Group Glacier Hike

9.Extra-Small Group Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 501 reviews · 3 hours · from $162

Review of Melrakki Adventures’ 3-hour Skaftafell glacier hike, with small groups, 4x4 access, expert guides, costs, gear, and practical tips.

“Me and my wife had an amazing time on this tour, our guide was really knowledgeable about the glacier and took us to some great spots. She was always really welcoming and provided a great experience overall, we went there early in the morning, ee were the first group on site. We got to ride on an old land rover defender that was pretty cool as well.”

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Solheimajokull Glacier 3-Hour Small-Group Hike - The walk from the lot to the ice
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Solheimajokull Glacier 3-Hour Small-Group Hike

Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike - Small Group Blue Ice Adventure - Crampons, helmets, and the first steps on Sólheimajökull
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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Small Group Blue Ice Adventure

Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit - Starting at 8:30 from Kalambaka or Kastraki
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Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit

12.Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 484 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36Best value

Hike Meteora’s quiet trails, visit Great Meteoron and Ypapanti monasteries, and enjoy local guidance, transfers, and remarkable views.

“This was a Great experience! The hike was doable for a 40something woman with knee injuries. The Guide was AMAZING!!! So incredibly knowledgeable and very personable with everyone. The views we had on the hike were astounding!! I would absolutely recommend this tour to everyone I know”

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Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group - The 4x4 ride saves more than time
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Glacier Hike from Skaftafell – Extra Small Group

13.Glacier Hike from Skaftafell – Extra Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 473 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $156

Review of the three-hour Falljökull glacier hike from Skaftafell, with small groups, expert guides, gear details, price, and practical tips.

“What an amazing experience we had! Our guide, Javi, was a wonderful guide. He made sure that we feel safe, was knowledgeable, engaging, passionate, fun and kind. What a great tour we had! Thank you, Melrakki Adventures!”

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From Prague: Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland Small-Group Hike - Bastei Bridge and the Elbe Canyon
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From Prague: Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland Small-Group Hike

14.From Prague: Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland Small-Group Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 354 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $142

Review of a 12-hour Prague day trip to Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland, with Bastei Bridge, Pravčická Gate, hikes, lunch, and a boat ride.

“The national park is beautiful. The fact that the tour visited both sides (Germany and Czech) is cool. Our tour lasted 12 hours … kind of long. Maybe try to keep the tour to 10 hours as it indicated.”

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Small Group 6km hiking Jinshanling Great Wall EN speaking driver - The early Beijing pickup and long drive
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Small Group 6km hiking Jinshanling Great Wall EN speaking driver

15.Small Group 6km hiking Jinshanling Great Wall EN speaking driver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 347 reviews · from $75

Review of the Jinshanling Great Wall hike from Beijing, with small groups, English-speaking drivers, quiet trails, steep stairs, and practical tips.

“Fabulous day... had the wall to ourselves... very helpful guide. Good to bring some little snacks for the hike and if it's summer time maybe bring an extra shirt and lots of sunscreen.”

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Reykjavik: South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike Small-Group - Seljalandsfoss: a waterfall with a rear view
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Reykjavik: South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike Small-Group

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