Hiking · UK
Good uk hiking tours 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 Yr Wyddfa with a small group and expert guide. Get practical advice on weather, fitness, gear, price, routes, and what to expect.
“Simon was an excellent guide! He loves what he does and he is knowledgeable and motivating. He is also great to talk to and take your mind off the hard parts! Definitely check the weather- layers, gloves and a hat are key if it's cold and windy! We had a great time- well worth it!”
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.”
Review of Edinburgh’s Pentland Hills hike with local guide Rishi, bus fare, snacks, wildlife, steep climbs, views, and practical tips.
“I really enjoyed my walk in the Pentland Hills with Rishi! It was such a unique way to experience Edinburgh and Rishi's love for the Scottish hills made it a memorable outing. I would highly recommend this excursion if you're looking to be out in nature while only 20-ish minutes away from the city. Note that the duration of the walk wasn't too long, but there is a fairly steep incline. Rishi was great about making everyone feel comfortable about their pace.”
Review of the Snowdon Sunrise Hike in Wales, with route details, guide support, value, fitness advice, weather limits, and booking tips.
“Fantastic experience! Would 100% recommend! The whole experience was wonderful and our guide very interesting and knowledgeable! Fossils on the top of snowdon who would have thought!”
Climb Arthur’s Seat by quieter trails with a local guide, wildlife, history, and sweeping Edinburgh views for $32.
“Our initial plan fell through and I’m glad it did. David was such a pleasure! My husband and I were the only two on the tour and he really showed interest in our questions, pointed out plant life, gave us restaurant recommendations, and pointed out the historical and modern sites in Edinburgh.”
Explore Skye from Inverness on a small-group hiking tour with Eilean Donan, Portree, the Quiraing, Fairy Glen, and Old Man of Storr.
“Tim, our driver, did an excellent job showing us Isle of Skye. Being from the states, we would not do well driving a rental car. We are so glad this tour was an option as we are big hikers! We did have an amazing weather day too!”
Review of Edinburgh’s Arthur’s Seat hike with a local guide, including route, fitness needs, views, price, weather tips, and honest advice.
“Its a small group hike to arthurs seat with an experienced guide . Its a great and rewarding hike. The diffulty level is medium so come prepared with proper shoes because its rain or shine and it can get slippery.”
Review of Cardiff’s guided Brecon Beacons waterfall hike, with eight falls, electric transport, expert guiding, route tips, costs, and fitness advice.
“Andy picks me on time at 8:30 am on 12/09, he drove me all the way to the destination. It was my first time to Cardiff, he introduces the city to me in a interesting way. He is a very friendly guy, will join his walk in the near future. Strongly recommend to join his hike and walk. The scenery is spectacular too.”
Review of the Brecon Beacons waterfall hike from Glynneath, with route details, effort level, price, practical tips, and booking advice.
“It was an awesome experience all the regular routes were easy-medium difficulty. But if you want to see everything and get down to some of the hidden parts of the waterfall it does take some skills, but doable. Definitely recommend but anyone with mobility difficulties I would reconsider vs do some hiking at home before coming here.”
Hike Arthur's Seat and Calton Hill in a small group with local guide Lewis, city views, history, wildlife, and practical tips for Edinburgh.
“Lewis was very knowledgable. Enjoyed very much the wee scramble up Arthur’s Seat. Instructions on meeting area are easy to follow. Highly recommended.”
Hike Arthur’s Seat at sunset with a qualified mountain guide, head torch, city views, and a small group of up to 10 people.
“Weather wasn’t great so we didn’t get to see the sun, but the guide was very friendly and told some good stories overall a very good hike, nice views and the guide made sure that you were safe throughout!”
Hike six Brecon Beacons waterfalls from Cardiff with a small group, electric transport, expert guides, forest trails, and a possible swim.
“It was amazing... Andi was super friendly and informative. He came on time and the hike was totally worth the money.”
Review of Wetley Moor Alpaca and Donkey Trekking, with practical tips on mud, ages, price, weather, guides, and what to expect.
“Today we walked the donkeys across the common at Wetley moor…. what a fantastic day the staff were amazing. They had great knowledge of the donkeys. We ended up feeding them and grooming them. I would highly recommend this. It’s absolutely fantastic 10 out of 10.”
Review of Edinburgh’s Arthur’s Seat sunset hike, with guide Marcus, head torches, city views, small groups, costs, route tips, and drawbacks.
“Great hike up Arthur’s Seat! Sarah was a fantastic guide :) She kept a pace everyone was comfortable with and stopped at perfect locations for pictures!”
Review the Eight Waterfalls of the Brecon Beacons hike, with route details, fitness advice, guide quality, price value, and practical tips.
“Spent a day by the nature and first time did a trek of 10km. Had wonderful company. The guide is very knowledgeable and patient with slow walkers like us.”
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