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Europe hiking tours

From gentle strolls along the Algarve’s wild, windswept beaches in Portugal to conquering Europe's highest active volcano on the Italian island of Sicily, our small group walking vacations to Europe will take you far off the well-beaten track and through Europe’s spectacular scenery.

 

Small group walking tours in Europe

Explore Europe on foot with our wide selection of small group walking tours. Our knowledgeable local guides are by your side, helping you uncover the must-see sites and even some of the hidden gems on Europe's finest walking trails. Ascend active volcanoes in Italy, take in far-reaching cliff-top views in the Canary Islands, travel across the moon-like landscapes in the Azores, or discover hiking trails in Greece on an island-hopping walking trip from Athens.

For a unique hiking vacation in Europe, take a look at our walking tours in Eastern Europe. Trek through Albania’s lush alpine meadows and craggy passes in Valbona National Park, discover ancient trails and turquoise waters along Turkey's Lycian Way or hike to the Shkhara Glacier in Georgia, offering jaw-dropping views of the country's highest mountain. to find the icy tongue of the Shkhara Glacier. Why not head to the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania to walk along the unspoiled sand dunes of the Curonian Spit, uncover ancient fortresses and traverse boggy wetlands.

Our most popular walking trips in Europe

Italy Walking and Trekking Trip code NAW
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Albania Walking and Trekking Trip code ALW
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8 Days From US$1380 without flights
Greece Discovery Trip code GW
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Madeira, Portugal Walking and Trekking Trip code TM
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8 Days From US$1250 without flights
Portugal Walking and Trekking Trip code POR
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North Cyprus Walking and Trekking Trip code LNC
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Best hikes in Europe

Italy
Explore ancient trails along Tuscany's rolling hills, stopping for lunch in the medieval town of San Gimignano and sampling the region’s famous white wine. Venture beyond Capri’s trendy boutiques and lose yourself in the cobbled streets and vibrant bougainvillaea on the Amalfi Coast, or hike Mount Etna, Europe’s highest volcano, on the island of Sicily.

Spain
Trek through ever-changing landscapes of rocky mountains, verdant valleys, ancient farmland and evergreen forests on a spiritual pilgrimage from Leon to Santiago along the Camino Frances. Discover the rolling hills of Andalucia, with ancient trails, shaded olive groves and charming villages. The volcanic Canary Islands of Tenerife, Gran Canaria and La Gomera boast golden-sand beaches, aquamarine oceans and a diverse range of colorful plant life, offering spectacular walking vistas. The unspoiled mountain trails of Picos de Europa National Park lead through wild, sweeping valleys, far beyond the beaten track.

Portugal and Azores
From winding trails lined with pretty villages to the wild coastline of the west coast, a walking tour in the Portuguese region of the Algarve offers plenty of fascinating locations to discover. A walking trip to the Azores islands will take you through eerie lunar landscapes, lush vegetation and quaint fishing villages, while a Madeira hiking vacation will reveal verdant pathways along the island's network of Levada irrigation channels and lagoons.

Greece
Wander through shaded olive groves, uncover ancient monasteries and ascend Mount Pantokrator’s summit on a walking vacation on the scenic Greek island of Corfu. From the magnificent Samaria Gorge, to the peak of Mount Gingilos, Crete boasts a treasure trove of established walking trails, with many yet to be discovered.

Frequently-asked questions about our Walking tours in Europe

What types of guided walking vacations in Europe do you offer?
We offer three types of small group walking tours in Europe. Our first type covers a selection of the best walks or trails in a specific region of Europe. We travel to different walking locations each day, staying in various accommodations. Our point-to-point European hiking vacations take on a more traditional trek or pilgrimage experience where you'll walk from one overnight stop to the next. Our European center-based walking holidays allow you to stay in the same hotel for the duration of the trip and explore different locations each day.

How challenging are Explore’s walking tours in Europe?
Our European walking trips vary in difficulty from Easy to Challenging. We've graded each trip accordingly to help you to choose the best option based on your experience and ability, whether you're an occasional walker or a seasoned hiker. For a gentle introduction to walking vacation in Europe, why not take a look at our Eastern Algarve Portugal trip or Taste of Italy tour? If you’re looking for more of a challenge, join our Tour du Mont Blanc through several countries in the European Alps.

Are your European walking tours suitable for solo travelers?​
Yes! All our small group walking tours in Europe are ideal for solo travelers. In fact, around 50% of travelers on our walking vacations go alone, so you'll have plenty of opportunity to make friends with like-minded adventurers. Your local tour guide will also be there to support you throughout the journey. Read more about our walking vacations for solo travellers

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