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Few mountains in the world appeal to the imagination like Mont Blanc. Towering high above any other peak in the European Alps, reaching the summit of Western Europe's highest mountain is for alpinists only. It is possible to hike around it on the Tour du Mont Blanc but this takes at least a week. What is the best way to see Mont Blanc on a short hike? At Bookatrekking.com we created a punchy two-day trek via the most scenic viewpoint of the Mont Blanc massif: Lac Blanc. There is good reason why we call this trek Best of Tour du Mont Blanc. It's the perfect combination of otherworldly views, excellent trails and the chance to see wildlife like the Alpine Ibex. All this is topped up by staying at one of the great mountain huts overlooking the Chamonix Valley. Are you up for the hike of your life? Join us on the Lac Blanc hike and get a taste of what the Tour du Mont Blanc is all about! Allez!

If there were a list of the most beautiful lakes in Europe, the Oeschinensee, or Lake Oeschinen, would rank high. Sure, there is Lago di Braies, Lake Bled or Lac Blanc, but there is something very special about this marvellous spot in Switzerland. And UNESCO agrees because the Oeschinensee is a World Heritage site. We are not here to tell you which is the most beautiful lake in the Alps but the Swiss would probably tell you it’s the Oeschinensee. De Oeschinen Lake is not just a pretty picture for Instagram, it is also a top destination for hiking, rowing, and in winter even ice skating. Part of our beloved Bärentrek, we also have designed a mini hut-to-hut trek, including a stay at the Blüemlisalphütte. Let's go!

Deep in the south of Germany the land rises up to what is known as the Bavarian Alps. Rugged mountains covered with evergreen forests and picture perfect mountain pastures make this part of the Alps an outdoor heaven for everybody. One of the absolute highlights of the region is impossible to witness unless you're in it: the spectacular Partnachklamm gorge. For millennia the Partnach river has carved out the mountains south of charming Garmisch Partenkirchen, creating a huge crevasse in the green foothills of the Bavarian Alps. It's a true natural gem, with impressive vertical walls and a thundering river slicing through it. The good news is that you can actually hike through the gorge. The walkway across the Partnachklamm is a great day out, or if you're keen, a perfect start for a 2-day trek that we call the Partnachklamm Explorer's Hike.

Lago di Braies, Pragser Wildsee, Lake Braies, and Lake Prags are four names for the same thing: The Pearl of the Alps, the most beautiful lake of the Dolomites. It is not just the starting point of our favourite Alta Via 1, it is also one of the most popular stop-and-go tourist destinations in Italy. It is super busy but one can get away from the crowds and make a visit to Lago di Braies a lot more special. Include a stay in Rifugio Biela at the foot of Croda del Becco (Seekofel), the majestic mountain featured in any Instagram post and Tiktok reel about Lago di Braies. Andiamo!! Lago di Braies gets 1000s of visitors daily. In Summer 2023, vehicle access was restricted because of overtourism. Do you know those Instagram vs Reality posts? A beautiful spot, slightly overrun by the crowds. But your visit doesn’t need to be like that. Join us on a hike, on a tiny Lago di Braies trekking, get a spectacular appetizer of the Alta Via 1, and leave Pragser Wildsee recharged.

You don’t have to climb a big mountain to have the best view across the Himalayas. The foothills of the Annapurna Range offer some of the best mountain scenery you will ever see. The most famous of them all is the climb up Poon Hill, a 3210 meters high “hill” with a perfect vantage point to see some of the biggest and most beautiful mountains on the planet. No time? No problem! The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek itself can be done in as little as three days. Lace up your hiking boots and head up Poon Hill with us! At Bookatrekking.com we often get the question what the shortest trek in Nepal is, while you can still see the real Himalayas. No doubt this is the trek up Poonhill. By Nepali standards, the altitude of this hike is modest, and altitude sickness is less of an issue compared to for example the Annapurna Circuit or Everest Base Camp.

We all know Norway as the land of beautiful nature, impressive fjords and diverse landscapes. And what is the best way to fully experience this nature? A multi-day hike, of course! Just a 2-hour drive from Trondheim you will find the starting point of the Trollheimen Triangle Route. This trek takes you past vast plains, white snowfields, clear mountain lakes and three cultural mountain huts. Suitable for hikers ages 10/12 and up, this trek allows you to hike for miles without encountering anything or anyone. Norwegian culture embraces hiking and many families traditionally go out every Sunday for a brisk walk. As a result, Norway has a well-developed hiking network of thousands of miles of trails. In addition, over 550 log cabins blend beautifully into Norwegian nature, and together this makes for a unique experience of nature and culture. The Trollheim Triangle Route leads you through the Trollheim mountain range, known as Norway's most beautiful ridge due to its wide variety of nature. Are you curious about what Norway has to offer? Then quickly pack your backpack and join the adventure!

This special blog is finally here, where we've gathered some of your favorite memories. We've received hundreds (if not thousands) of your photos, and believe me, it's been quite challenging to decide which ones to share with you in this post. In this blog, you'll find the best of the best, a mix of the finest views captured by our hikers, their favorite spots to rest (and enjoy a well-deserved cold beer), the obstacles they've overcome on the journey, the shelters where they've slept comfortably at night, how the route looks in different seasons, and much more. If you've sent us your photos but they didn't make it to this blog, don't worry! There will be many more opportunities, so stay tuned and wait for the next edition. I warn you, if you keep reading this, you'll have an irresistible urge to pack your backpack and embark on the adventure. That's coming from me, writing this from the offices of Bookatrekking.com (and even though it's very nice here), what I wouldn't give for a getaway to the Balkans or an adventure in the Chilean Patagonia or an expedition in Nepal or an ascent to the roof of Africa... Well, well, I'll stop now! So, stay with me if you want to feel a little envy, it'll be worth it!

Alta Via di Capra! Yes, this is the hut-to-hut trek you didn't know yet. You should know that Capra is a Goat and, well yes, Alta Via, we know that from Alta Via 1, Alta Via 2, Alta Via del Granito and all those other fantastic names that always look a little less sexy in German (Höhenweg). So, the Alta Via di Capra. A 4-day hut-to-hut trek that not only puts the focus on the mountain goat and the chamois but also highlights the Cinque Torri and the Croda da Lago in the Dolomites. Avanti, andiamo! The Cinque Torri and (in part) the Croda da Lago are some of the absolute highlights on the Alta Via 1, a route that is rising above (pun) itself in terms of popularity. At Bookatrekking.com, we know better than anyone else that the Alta Via 1 sells out well before the start of the season, sometimes even already around the turn of the year. The Alta Via di Capra is a nice alternative for when you've fished next to the boat. That said, it is also a trip well worth the name we gave it!

Are you Umbwe enough? Karibu! Yep, it's been said before. The Umbe Route is the toughest route for climbing Kilimanjaro. But is it though? Comparing the different routes for climbing Kilimanjaro, opinions tend to differ. Discussions about which route is more beautiful, which one is toughest, and which one is easiest. If you've come here to read more about the Umbwe Route, you've come to the right place. Poa kichizi kama ndizi kwenye friji! Wait, what? That means "Crazy cool like a banana in the fridge", a saying Rintsje and I got to learn inside out during our turn on Kilimanjaro. You need to be a bit "crazy cool" if you're interested in the Umbwe Route. We've done the Machame Route ourselves, but if we would do it again, I am sure we would meet at the Umbwe Gate. Let’s go!

The Escapardenne: an escape on foot in the Ardennes. The Escapardenne is a hiking trip itself, but is also a combination of two of the most fun and exciting trails in Luxembourg and the Belgian Ardennes: the Lee Trail and the Eislek Trail. Three hikes at once and quite a few height meters? Definitely, and this partially in one of the smallest countries in the European Union. The Escapardenne has the label ‘Leading Quality Trails - Best of Europe’, and that is definitely something. It is the combination of the Lee Trail and the Eislek Trail and when you hike the full trip, you will start in Luxembourg, but you will end in Belgium. You are literally crossing the border. Does this excite you as well? Allez!

Surely everyone has heard of Germany's highest mountain the Zugspitze. At 2,962 meters (9.717 ft), this impressive peak rises far above sea level and few other peaks match the panoramic views of the Zugspitze. Weather permitting, at the top of your Zugspitze hike, you can see not only the Eibsee but also the Feldberg in the Black Forest, the Watzmann and the imposing Grossglockner; Austria's highest mountain. Quickly grab your hiking boots and find your way to Germany's highest point! Auf geht's! The Zugspitze Tour, also called the Zugspitztour by the Germans, is a unique tour with the ultimate goal of climbing and hiking the Zugspitze. The mountain range is equipped with enough cable cars to reach the top in one day, but only a hut-to-hut tour makes the experience a real triumph. In just 3 days, you can climb the Zugspitze while spending the night at cozy mountain huts and crossing the German-Austrian border at over 2,000 meters (6.561 ft) altitude. During the hut tour, enjoy the famous Partnach Gorge, waterfalls and streams in the Rein Valley and challenging steep rock sections. Will we see each other at the top?

Ready to tackle your first 6000-er? If the answer is yes, Island Peak should be on the top of your list. At 6189m, it is the perfect climbing objective for trekkers with high altitude ambitions. Not only is the mountain relatively straightforward, it is also located in one of the most stunning mountain sceneries on the planet. I’m Jan and at Bookatrekking.com I help people planning their high altitude adventures in Nepal. I have had the privilege to climb a number of high mountains myself, such as Stok Kangri (6150m) in the Indian Himalayas and Pik Korzhenevskaya (7105m) in Pamir Mountains. Curious what the views from the summit are like? Come join us on the Everest Base Camp and Island Peak trek!

Picos de Europa is a stunning national park in Northwestern Spain, a fantastically preserved hiking secret that remains unknown to many. Here, you'll discover rugged landscapes, beautiful lakes, local culinary surprises, and untouched nature. You might even spot a vulture or a wolf! The coast and cities like Bilbao and Santander are nearby, making the journey convenient. The possibilities for hiking in Picos de Europa are endless. Reason enough for us to explore this area and share with you how to make the most of your hut-to-hut trek in Picos de Europa. The oldest national park in Spain is a green oasis where you'll encounter a variety of landscapes for hiking, from peaceful meadows with cows and sheep to rugged peaks and charming villages. Glacial lakes sparkle in the sun, and a local shepherd guides his flock through a narrow street. Take the cable car up at Fuente Dé, enjoy the views, and reward yourself in the afternoon with a local 'sidra.' Vamos!

Go online, find the Dolomites, go to images and there they are. The three colossal rock towers called the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, or the Drei Zinnen. Unmistakable, impressive and therefore the symbol of the Dolomites. A hot spot with only day trippers and Instagram influencers? No! The ideal place for one of the region's most family- and beginner-friendly hut-to-hut tours? Yes! How so? Andiamo, we are hiking the Tre Cime di Lavaredo! Short day stages, no technical trails and the most legendary huts of the Dolomites. Not as a day hike but as a real hut hike. A hut-to-hut trek around the Tre Cime is not just your first trip through the Dolomites. With so much insane natural splendor, you can immediately call this trek the highlight of your year. Or life!

What do the Rhine, the Reuss, the Ticino and the Rhone have in common? They all originate in Switzerland and the springs are so close together that you can see all four on foot. Four Springs, Four Cantons, Four Nights: that is the Vier Quellen Weg, pre-eminently the most enjoyable multi-day mountain hike through the Gotthard Massif.The Vier QuellenWeg offers just a bit more than most hut tours. The tour of, say, 80 kilometers is punctuated by a combination of mountain huts and hotels. The hut-trekking feeling mixed with a bit more comfort. Doable for young and old if already somewhat experienced. How does the Vier Quellen Weg work? We'll share that with you!

Lake Garda, or Lago di Garda, for many people a place that needs little explanation, is the largest lake in Italy and a popular summer destination for anyone looking for sun, beach and water sports. But did you know that this is also a great place for a nice hiking vacation? This is because Lake Garda is surrounded by beautiful mountains and in part of these mountains there is a network of 3 hiking trails: the Garda Trek with indeed 3 different options. In this blog we have listed them for you. With the peaks of Monte Baldo to the east and Monte Rocchetta to the west, the shores of Riva del Garda give you a taste of what you will experience up close at higher altitudes. One thing is certain: the various walks all offer you the chance to experience the unique Mediterranean-Alpine atmosphere.

A hut-to-hut tour in Germany? Jawohl! Bordering Austria you find National Park Berchtesgaden with in the middle of it, the 2,713 meter high Watzmann (8,900 ft). Walk a unique tour around this mountain range that will surprise you every day. With varying degrees of difficulty, cozy local mountain huts and, of course, beautiful views of the many peaks of the Watzmann Mountains. The Watzmann Tour leads you from a leisurely hike through the Wimbach Valley to a true mountain goat experience on the Falzsteig. Berchtesgaden ruft! Germany is one of eight countries housing Europe's largest mountain range. The Alps are found mostly in Austria, Switzerland, Italy and France and for this, these destinations are very well known. In the southernmost tip of Germany, however, you can also enjoy the versatile Berchtesgaden Alps. Here, the Mittelspitze proudly bears the title of highest peak at 2,713 meters (8,900 ft), while the Südspitze, with its small difference of only 1 meter (3 ft), lies just below it. Shortly above the Mittelspitze you will find the Hocheck, and together they form the famous Watzmann massif.

The Tour des Muverans? "Never heard of it!" Well, that may be the reaction when you share your plans for your next hut-to-hut trek in Switzerland. Like the Tour des Combins, for example, the Tour des Muverans is one of the Alps' better-kept secrets. Away from the Instagram Masses of the Tour du Mont Blanc, back to the basics of the classic hut-to-hut tour. Pure hiking, classic cabanes and, of course, raclette! The Tour des Muverans connects the cantons of Vaud and Valais around the Muverans mountain peak massif. The Muverans massif is located between Lake Geneva, Sion and Martigny, making getting to and from it very easy. An overnight stay in Ovronnaz, known for its thermal baths, completes the Tour des Muverans.

The Annapurna Base Camp has to be the most spectacular trekking destination in Nepal. The high-altitude plateau where the camp is located is called the Annapurna Sanctuary and is surrounded by an arena of jagged peaks plastered with snow and ice. This location is steeped in mountaineering history. The world’s first ever climb of a peak above 8000 meters started here. But, unlike the climb, trekking to this magical place is straightforward. At Bookatrekking.com we have arranged hundreds of treks to the Annapurna Base Camp. When will it be your turn? I’m Jan and I’ve trekked some of the most spectacular mountain ranges in Asia, including the Karakoram in Pakistan and the Tien Shan in Kyrgyzstan. In terms of mountain landscapes the Annapurna region is a huge favorite. Why should you do this trek? We’ll give you plenty of reasons in this blog post!

The Algarve, located in the southern part of Portugal, is well-known to sun-seekers. Pleasant temperatures and beautiful surroundings ensure crowded beaches. However, besides beach relaxation, the region also offers magnificent hiking opportunities. Via Algarviana winds its way through the Algarve in fourteen stages, allowing you to savor tranquility, expansive vistas, and the scents of herbs and trees along the way. Are you ready to explore the other, quieter side of this region? You won't encounter popular beach resorts like Faro and Albufeira on this journey, but you will have the chance to explore serene villages, where you can unwind after a day of hiking. You'll get to discover local crafts and culinary delights, and along the way, you'll stay in small-scale accommodations. And as for your luggage? It will be transported for you. Vamos lá!

Whether you want to go mountain biking, climb a via ferrata, or do a multi-day mountain hike, the Wilder Kaiser Mountains have it all. With as many as 400 km (248,5 miles) of hiking trails, the 65 km-long (40,4 miles) Kaiserkrone circles this mountain range. Also known as one of the most beautiful multi-day hikes in Tyrol, this tour introduces you to long distances in the mountains. If you are in good shape and feel like being on the trail all day, read on. The popular mountain range, by locals referred to as "Koasa", towers over the region as a true emperor. That you can go there for any mountain sport was already clear but because the mountain massif is only a few kilometers/miles below the German-Austrian border, it is also very easy to reach. The Kaiserkrone is by far the best known and most popular hike, or in other words, THE hut-to-hut hike through the Wilder Kaiser. You will sleep in mountain huts, as well as mountain hotels and guesthouses during this trek. So, combined with the distances and altimeters, the Kaiserkrone is an experience not to be missed.

Every year an estimated 40,000 trekkers set out from Lukla to trek to the most famous campsite in the world, Everest Base Camp. It can get busy on the trails and in the Sherpa villages along the way. Is there a different, less-trodden route where you can still see the world’s highest peaks? Yes there is! The Gokyo Valley is the best kept secret in the Everest region. Think emerald mountain lakes, the longest glacier in Nepal and a view of four mountains above 8000 meters. Sounds too good to be true, right? I’m Jan and I’ve been roaming high altitude mountains in Asia and beyond for almost 20 years, including the Nepali Himalayas and the Pamirs in Central Asia. Because the Gokyo trek is well away from the crowded trails to EBC it makes it a solid favorite of mine for the Everest region. What makes this trek so amazing? Let us tell you why!

The Tour des Combins is tucked away between the popular routes of the Tour du Mont Blanc, and the Walker's Haute Route. This trek, covering nearly 100 kilometers, takes you mostly through Switzerland but also briefly touches Italy. Wander around the impressive "Massif des Combins" and along vast lakes such as Lac de Mauvoisin and Lac des Toules. Think of it as the Tour du Mont Blanc without the crowds. A hut-to-hut trek for enthusiasts.Tranquil trails, authentic huts, the Alps at their grandest, and Switzerland and Italy at their best. The Tour des Combins is one of the better-kept hut-to-huts, and though we prefer to keep it that way, we're sharing it with you!

Close to the Tibetan border there’s a magical valley with towering mountains that exceed the 7000 meters mark. Welcome to the Langtang Valley, a hidden gem not far from Nepal’s capital city Kathmandu. From the lush forests in the shadows of the Langtang Himal to the picture perfect viewpoint of Tsergo Ri at almost 5000 meters, the Langtang Valley trek has it all. The great news is, this trek is doable for almost every trekker as the distances and elevation gain are relatively small. Bookatrekking.com has taken numerous trekkers to this forgotten corner of the Himalayas. And we’re thrilled for you to join us too! I am Jan, and at Bookatrekking.com, I ensure that you find your next epic trek in the Nepali Himalayas. As an experienced trekker who has visited Nepal multiple times, I’d like to share my knowledge and advice for the trek to the beautiful Langtang Valley. Unleash the explorer in you and get in touch!

Never done a hut tour before and not sure where to start? Then consider the Dolorama Weg, an exciting hut-to-hut trek in Italian South Tyrol suitable for any hiker. Far away from civilization, you will find large alpine meadows, well-marked forest and hiking trails and beautiful views. Put on your shoes, because we're taking you to the Dolorama Weg! Hiking while surrounded by impressive panoramas and mountain formations is exactly what is planned when you embark on the Dolorama Trail. In the shadow of Dolomite classics like the Alta Via 1 and the Alta Via 2 you will find a hut-to-hut trek that retains its captivating charm while offering an easier adventure. Andiamo!

Nestled on the southwestern edge of Europe, Portugal boasts a unique blend of Mediterranean charm and raw Atlantic beauty, making it a dream destination for keen hikers seeking adventure and serenity. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a novice, there’s a hiking adventure for everyone. Portugal’s mainland has a number of long-distance hiking routes along its pristine coastlines and authentic slow paced interior. The Atlantic islands are all about spicy hikes across and around the forested mountain ranges while the ocean is never far away. We selected four fabulous hiking journeys that represent the best hiking Portugal has to offer. One of the most famous hiking routes in Portugal is the Fisherman’s Trail . This classic walk winds around the southwest coast with incredible sea views and stunning beaches. For those who crave an inland adventure, the Via Algarviana spans 300 kilometers across the Algarve, unveiling the region's rural landscapes, traditional villages and Portuguese hospitality. You can venture further to the island paradise called Madeira, where it's possible to cross the entire island through emerald-green levadas and ancient laurel forests on the Madeira Trail . The best kept secret is found in the Azores, smack bang in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, where you can circumnavigate the remote island of Santa Maria from hut to hut on the Grande Rota de Santa Maria . Whichever hiking adventure you choose, your journey through this enchanting and diverse country will be a treat for the senses. Come hiking in Portugal with us!

The Annapurna Circuit Trek is the most famous trekking circuit in Nepal. With some of the tallest mountains on Earth, tumbling glaciers and an incredible variety of landscapes, this trek represents everything what trekking in Nepal is about. It takes more than two weeks to circumnavigate the Annapurna Massif while staying in cozy tea houses. Over the last few years, we at Bookatrekking.com have helped hundreds of people to find their way in the Nepali Himalayas and now it's your turn. My name is Jan and I’ve been lucky enough to hike some of the most spectacular trekking routes in Asia, including the K2 Base Camp trek in Pakistan and the Pamir Trail in Central Asia. In terms of mountain landscapes the Annapurna Circuit remains high up there as one of my favorites. Why is this classic trek so special? Let us tell you why!

Hut-to-hut trekking on the Azores? The Alps or the Pyrenees spring to most people’s minds when it comes to staying in mountain huts on a long-distance hike. The Azores are not well-known as a hiking destination. And even those who do know may not have heard of the Atlantic’s best kept secret when it comes to hiking: the Grande Rota de Santa Maria. The island of Santa Maria is the soul of the Azores and encapsulates everything that is great about this remote archipelago. Think balmy temperatures, evergreen forests, steep sea cliffs, sleepy villages and of course a volcano. This epic 5-day hiking route on Santa Maria has it all. The best way to explore Santa Maria is on foot. Thanks to its modest size you can circumnavigate the entire island in 5 days. And the great thing is, you can leave your tent at home. After each stage you can check in one of the cozy shelters scattered along the route. The Grande Rota de Santa Maria must be one of the most diverse trekking routes in the Atlantic Ocean. You’re never far from the dramatic coastline, with rugged windswept cliffs and both black and white sand beaches. And at the heart of the island you can climb the island’s highest peak, Pico Alto. Vamos lá!

The trek to Everest Base Camp is on the bucket list of many trekkers around the world. And rightfully so! This iconic route through the Khumbu Valley arguably shows the biggest display of high altitude mountains on the planet. With a spectacular flight to the trailhead, visiting remote sherpa villages surrounded by snow-capped summits and standing at the foot of the highest mountain in the world, the Everest Base Camp trek has all the ingredients of an epic adventure. At Bookatrekking.com we will help you to make the most of it! I am Jan, and at Bookatrekking.com, I ensure that you find your next adventure in the Himalayas. As an experienced trekker who has visited Nepal multiple times, I’d like to share my knowledge and advice for the trek to the highest camp spot on the planet, Everest Base Camp. Are you ready for some serious altitude?

Have you completed your first hut-to-hut hike and are you ready for your next mountain adventure? Then the Venediger Höhenweg, or the Venediger High Trail, is your next step! The diverse mountain landscape leads you around the fourth-highest peak in Austria, the impressive Grossvenediger. With a multitude of ascents and descents, including the Türmljoch, the Venediger Höhenweg offers more challenges than the southerly located Lasörling Höhenweg. Take your next step as a mountain adventurer. Are you up for the challenge? In the case of the tough bigger sister of the Lasörling Höhenweg, the 3,666-meter (12.027 feet) high peak Grossvenediger takes center stage. Also known as the "Ehrwürdige Majestät," which translates to "Honorable Majesty" in English, this is a mighty peak entirely made of ice. Keep in mind that you won't be climbing Grossvenediger; you'll be walking around it. In this blog post, we'll take you along the Venediger Höhenweg and show you what to expect from this moderately challenging hike. Is it something for you?

Walking through a primary cloud forest? Yes, please! Bagging the highest mountain in the meantime? For sure! What about epic ocean views while you’re at it? Hell yeah! Welcome to Madeira, an island paradise that has it all. This tiny green dot in the vast Atlantic Ocean is a hiker’s dream come true. The island is divided by a rugged mountain range that soars up to a dazzling height of 1862 metres, Madeira’s highest mountain Pico Ruivo. The peaks and ridges are connected by a vast network of ancient trails, making it possible to cross the entire island coast to coast in less than a week. What are you waiting for? Madeira is a sub-tropical Portuguese island off the coast of North Africa and is often dubbed as the Hawaii of the Atlantic Ocean. The island is essentially one big mountain that rises steeply from the ocean floor. While the coastal areas are populated, the interior is truly wild with jagged peaks covered in lush primary laurel forests and it's listed a UNESCO conservation area. Centuries ago the Madeirans started building an ingenious network of waterways and aqueducts called levadas to irrigate the fields on the southern coast. Combine these with the veredas, Madeira’s mountain trails, and you’ve got yourself the ultimate way to go walking in Madeira: the Madeira Trail

What is the most remote location in Europe you can think of for a hiking trip? The Azores is probably not the first place that pops up in your mind. This stunning archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean is located somewhere half-way between the European and American continents. The dramatic coastlines and imposing volcanoes fringed with forests and agricultural fields scream to be explored. Who’s up for hiking in the Azores? The Azores are a collection of 9 volcanic islands. Each island thanks its existence to volcanic activity. The big variety in landscapes and the dense network of trails making this off the beaten track destination a true hiker’s playground. Another great thing is the weather. You can go hiking in the Azores year-round due to its sub-tropical climate. In this blogpost we share our 5 favorite hikes in the Azores and how to tackle them.

Fancy hiking one of the world’s most beautiful coastal trails along the rugged, sunkissed coast of southern Portugal? Explore secluded coves, endless stretches of deserted beaches and cute little fishing villages on the Fisherman’s Trail. The route follows the rocky shores of the Atlantic Ocean on sandy, single track pathways that were created by the local fishermen. If you’re looking for sun, solitude and spectacular sea views, then the Fisherman’s Trail is calling you. Don’t forget your swimsuit! The Fisherman’s Trail is part of the Rota Vicentina trail network in southern Portugal. The well-marked trail winds along the coast from Porto Covo to Lagos for almost 230 km. You can hike it in 11 stages, though it is possible to do the northern or southern half of the route separately. Distances are manageable, but keep in mind that over 60% of the paths are sandy, making the walking a little bit harder. In this blogpost we share our tips and tricks on how to hike the Fisherman's Trail.

Are you ready for a wild hiking adventure? Then the Berliner Höhenweg should definitely be on your list. The challenging route leads through the high alpine terrain of the Zillertal Alps. With two tough mountain passes and the ascent of the 3,134 meter high Schönbichler Horn you'll tackle lots of vertical gain. The efforts are not in vain! With good weather, you'll have stunning views of the peaks and glaciers of the rugged massif. The Berliner Höhenweg, also known as the Zillertaler Runde and in English as the Berlin High Trail, is a hiking route for experienced mountain hikers. The terrain can be technically challenging in some sections with steep trails, snow fields, and rocky terrain. It is possible to do a shortened version of this hike. During each stage, you pass an escape route, so you can exit the route prematurely if needed. In this blog post, we'll delve deeper into what to expect during this trek and how we can help you along the way.

The Menalon Trail in Arcadia, in the Peloponnese. It doesn't get much more Greek. Sure, islands like Crete and Corfu are stunning for their perfect combination of mountain and sea, but the 'real' Greece can be found on foot deep in Greece's interior. Churches and monasteries, thousand-year-old donkey trails and watering holes, quiet villages and a small glass of ouzo to end the day. Forget the mileage and the athletic challenge: on the Menalon Trail, you take it easy in the Greek way.Take it easy, that was always the idea behind the development of the Menalon Trail. Here you step in the footsteps of Ioannis Lagos and all the other Greeks who call the ancient paths of the Menalon Trail home. Ioannis had the excellent idea to give the trails, which were there anyway, a name in order to introduce people like you to the nature and, above all, the culture of his region. The result is 75 kilometres of 4- or 6-stage hiking pleasure: the Menalon Trail, one of the most beautiful hiking trails in Europe.

Santiago de Compostela is a familiar name to pilgrims; for more than 1,000 years, many feet have walked to this Spanish destination. Every year, hundreds of thousands of people visit the cathedral in this city, having completed a journey of many kilometres on a Camino. The Camino del Norte is one of the routes leading to Santiago and starts on the Spanish coast near the Bay of Biscay. The Camino del Norte starts in Irún, located on the border of Spain and France, and has a total length of 822 kilometres. Along the way, you can enjoy expansive ocean views, beautiful beaches, pass by cosy towns and have no lack of culinary delights. We focus in this blog post mainly on the last 100 kilometres of the route, the distance required for a certificate (compostela). Curious? Bookatrekking.com tells you all about the Camino del Norte! The Camino del Norte is one of the routes to Santiago de Compostela and is a well-loved, but more unknown, variant after the Camino Francés and the Camino Portugués. The overall route takes you from Irún to Santiago, passing through several autonomous regions such as the Basque Country and Galicia along the way, each with their own charm. You don't have to worry about an empty stomach on the Camino del Norte either. Unknown does not make unloved in this case, vamos!

Slovenia makes your hiking heart beat faster! Especially in the Julian Alps and Triglav National Park. Get lost in the beautiful forests and discover emerald-blue glacial lakes. Enjoy nature and discover some of the most breathtaking landscapes offered by this beautiful country. The roof of the country is Mount Triglav, at 2864m certainly not to be underestimated! But there is more, in this blog you will read all about your hut-to-hut tour in Slovenia and what gems this country has in store for you. Northern Slovenia is dominated by the Alps, more specifically the Julian Alps. If you are looking for a trekking adventure in Slovenia and want to get off the beaten track, this is the place to go. At Bookatrekking.com, we help hundreds of hikers choose the right hut-to-hut trek every year, including in Slovenia. In this blog, we present some options for your adventure in Slovenia and give some important tips. So put on your hiking boots and hit the trail with us!

La Gomera is not a secret for enthusiasts anymore, but thankfully the island still is not on the radar of the mass tourist. No all-in hotels, no fighting over beach chairs and no fish 'n chips. This is La Gomera, the green pearl of the Canary Islands, loved by hippies, hikers, and connoisseurs of the good Canarian life. If you already went hiking in Tenerife, you will have seen La Gomera from a distance. The quirky little island floats off the coast of its bigger brother, so to speak, and in the shape of a ferry, this green gem is attracting more and more people who want something different. Tenerife is perfect as a beach and walking holiday, but La Gomera offers just that little bit more hiking and when you understand why you won't even go looking for a beach. In our blog post, we introduce you to the best hiking routes and take your first steps into a hiking paradise.

Santiago de Compostela is one of the most famous destinations for pilgrims in the world. Every year, hundreds of thousands of people visit the cathedral in this city, having often completed a journey of many kilometres on foot along a Camino. The Camino Portugués is one of the routes leading to Santiago and starts in, you might have guessed it, Portugal. The Camino Portugués starts in Lisbon and has a total length of 621 kilometres. Along the way, you walk along ancient Roman paths, pass pleasant towns and can enjoy culinary delights. In this blog post, we focus mainly on the last 100 kilometres of the route, the distance required for a certificate (compostela). Getting curious? Bookatrekking.com will tell you all about the Camino Portugués! The Camino Portugués is one of the routes to Santiago de Compostela and the second most popular after the Camino Francés. The overall route takes you from Lisbon to Santiago, passing historical cities like Porto and Ponte de Lima on the way and allowing you to enjoy sweeping views. After crossing the Portuguese-Spanish border, you'll unfortunately have to do without 'pastel de nata', but you won't have to worry about an empty stomach on the Camino Portugués. Vamos là!

Welcome to Tenerife, the Canary Island of eternal spring. Spring? Absolutely, temperatures here never actually dip below 20 Celsius. That is why everyone knows someone who regularly flies to Tenerife or one of the other Canary Islands. There is a remedy for any kind of blues in Tenerife. For you, that is in the form of the ideal walking holiday. Hiking in Tenerife including accommodation, rental car and a choice of trails that you make all your own. At Bookatrekking.com, we not only know the most popular trails but also hike the secret gems. Our trekking experts will take you to eternal spring! ¡Vamos!From the absolute summit of Teide National Park, the matchless gorge of Masca to the family-friendly Roques de García Trail. Tenerife is too beautiful to just lie on the beach and sip cocktails for a week. Outdo your aunt and uncle's beach holiday, seek altitude and discover the island of eternal spring's most popular and best-hidden trails. In our blog post, we will introduce you to the best trails and take the first steps of your ideal walking holidays together.

Hiking the Corfu Trail? Explore the island from head to toe that takes you from south to north. The island is known for its welcoming people and diverse sightseeing. Hike the entire island in just 9 days and enjoy the green nature, long golden sandy beaches and local Greek food. Curious? Bookatrekking.com tells you all about the Corfu Trail!Corfu is often associated with sun, sea and beach holidays, but the island has much more to offer than! Walk along golden sandy beaches, quiet mountain villages, green olive groves and enjoy the eventful history of this beautiful island! Ideal for day hikes or for the adventurous people who would like to complete the full Corfu Trail. Below you will find all the information you need to know about this wonderful hike!

So you want more Dolomites? The Palaronda Trek is as Dolomites as can be! The Pale di San Martino or the Pale Group is the largest massif of the Dolomites and this rugged group of mountains hosts the spicy and legendary 4-day Palaronda Trek. The mountains here will make those on the Alta Via 1 look tiny. As a matter of fact, you're in the heart of our bestseller Alta Via 2, another Dolomites hiking classic. Alta Vias left and right but with Palaronda Trek you are doing something that literally stands out. Ready to rock 'n roll? Forza! By saying that the Palaronda Trek is in the heart of Alta Via 2, we mean that you are coming across some trails that are also part of this legendary route. The Alta Via 2 is for the mountain goats out there and allows for several via ferrata adventures. The Palaronda Trek is basically a highlights version of it, offers a less demanding challenge, and is suitable for you, me, and most hikers. In this blog post, we give you the full breakdown and help you on your way!

Santiago de Compostela is well known to everyone. For over 1,000 years pilgrims have walked to this place to visit the tomb of the apostle James in the cathedral. The Camino Francés is the most popular route to complete this journey. The Camino Francés starts in France and has a length of 784 kilometres. To complete the trek in its entirety, you need a lot of time! That's why in this blog post we focus mainly on the last 100 kilometres of the route, the distance required for a compostela. Curious? Bookatrekking.com tells you everything you need to know about the Camino Francés!The Camino Francés is one of the routes to Santiago de Compostela and, as mentioned, the most frequently chosen variant. The route starts in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port in France and takes you across the Pyrenees to Spain. Along the way, you pass cities such as Pamplona and Burgos and walk along elongated paths. Surrounded by lavender and wheat fields and perhaps a snow-covered mountain peak, you can let your mind wander to finally bring your journey to a close in Santiago de Compostela.

The Alta Via del Granito, just not any Alta Via. It's the Italian name for High Trail and in Northern Italy and the Dolomites you can find a lot of them. You may have heard or you even may have hiked Bookatrekking.com bestsellers Alta Via 1 and Alta Via 2. You can't get more Dolomites than on those two phenomenal treks. Although geographically part of the Dolomites, the Alta Via del Granito isn't entirely dolomite. Yep, it's a bit more special than that. Why? Lace up your hiking boots, read our blog post, the tips from Ilse, and go discover the granite trails of the Lagorai!

Hiking in Albania, where to start? This small country in south-eastern Europe is one of many in the Balkans. Albania is remarkably diverse, with landscapes ranging from the snow-capped mountains of the Albanian Alps to the warm and sunny shores of the Albanian Adriatic and Ionian Seas. Find your way to Albania and discover golden beaches, blue lakes, unique culture and more important; friendly people! At Bookatrekking.com we know the most beautiful sights to visit and summits to encounter, in this blog we will tell you more about it. Here we go! Or in Albanian: "Ja ku po shkojmë!" Together with Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Montenegro, Albania is part of the Western Balkans. Hiking in Albania is a great way to get to know this beautiful country. Join a hiking adventure in Albania and discover small but beautiful villages like Theth, go kayaking in mountain lakes or sleep under the stars on an empty Grama Bay beach in southern Albania. No matter if you have plenty of time or just a few days off, when it comes to hiking in Albania, there are plenty of options for everyone! At Bookatrekking.com, we share our experiences with you!

Hiking from hut to hut is not the most obvious option for a holiday with the kids. Up and down mountains, say 2,000 meters of elevation gain, a dormitory full of roaring mountain enthusiasts, and the inevitable "Are we almost there yet?". - Nothing for children, right? Well, yes, it is! If we at Bookatrekking.com agree on anything, it's that the mountains have something to offer for everyone: including the little ones and the smallest aspiring mountain goats. With a well-tailored itinerary, an adventurous spirit, and tips from our trekking experts and clients who have gone before you, you too will go on a hut-to-hut trip with the entire family! We regularly come across customers at Bookatrekking.com who themselves went on a hut-hiking trip with mum and dad as children and now want to do it themselves. There may have been years of beach holidays, backpacking and festivals in between, but there comes a day when you are grateful to your parents for those long journeys to the Alps. Valuable life lessons. Do you too want to give your kids a fond memory of the mountains? Great idea! 

On a hut-to-hut trek, you don't just take anything with you. Every ounce you put in your bag, you also carry on your back. Fantastic, trekking through the Alps for a few days, but those jeans you're lugging along unused have no use for it and neither do you. At the same time, you won't necessarily find an unused toothbrush in a mountain hut at 2,000 metres. As you can see, a packing list for your hut-to-hut trip is useful. This may not be the first packing list you find, but it is definitely the last. Download our free PDF packing list and pack your bag with the help of our trekking experts.You don't walk from hut to hut without a backpack, in your jeans or on your trainers. On a day hike, you don't have to be so strict, but when you're on the trail for several days and sharing accommodation at 2,000 metres with other hikers, you want to be well prepared. A safe, enjoyable hut-to-hut tour starts with your gear. You can ignore the people around you and leave the food in the huts, but your gear, you always have it with you at all times. So it is good when it is complete.

The isle of Mallorca? That's an island in the Mediterranean where you can go for a beach holiday, right? Soak up the sun and sea and enjoy good food and drinks. You can certainly do that in Mallorca, but the island has much more to offer! You will find beautiful nature, lovely authentic villages and you can hike a long-distance trail, the GR221. Reason enough for Bookatrekking.com to take a look.Mallorca is part of the Balearic Islands, a group of islands in the Mediterranean Sea which also includes Ibiza and Menorca. The island has been a popular holiday destination for sunny beach holidays for decades, which is where you might recognize Mallorca from. Besides a number of seaside resorts, the island also boasts a varied and mountainous landscape with a nice sea breeze. Here you walk among almond and orange trees and enjoy views of the sea and mountains. Meanwhile, you'll hear the occasional goat bleating among the tall grasses and you might encounter a shepherd with his flock.

Hiking in the Pyrenees is the next best thing. Away from the busy trails in the Alps and upwards and onwards to some of the most pristine hiking trails and mountain huts Europe has to offer. With a little bit of French and a little bit of Spanish, the Pyrenees offers the best - and highest - of both. Hike from coast to coast, take it all in on Catalonia's highest peak or introduce your kids to the mountains in Aigüestortes.  Everyone has heard of the Pyrenees. They are those other mountains in Europe, right? Yeah, somewhere between France and Spain. And isn't Andorra super mountainous as well? Not bad, not bad. That's right, the Pyrenees basically shape a natural border between France and Spain and right in the middle of everything, you can find the tiny mountain state of Andorra. When thinking about Spain or France, there may be other things coming to mind first. Not for us. When we think France, we think Refuge and when we think Spain, we think Refugi. Let's take you on the finest hut-to-hut hiking routes in the Pyrenees! 

The countries Kosovo, Albania and Montenegro are connected by the Peaks of the Balkans Trail, one of our best-kept secrets. This trek has only been available for several years now; previously the borders remained closed. In about 10 days you cross several Balkan peaks and get to know different cultures. All in all, a unique experience! Read all about the Peaks of The Balkans in this article. Hajde! The Balkans, you might think of beaches on the Croatian coast, boat parties in Belgrade or beautiful views of the Plitvice lakes. At Bookatrekking.com, we know that the Balkans has much more to offer. This fascinating region has undergone enormous development in recent years. The Balkans is a massive peninsula and is home to the Dinaric Alps. A 650 km long mountain chain starting in Slovenia, continuing southwards through Croatia, Bosnia Herzegovina and Serbia, all the way to Albania. The Balkan region also includes countries such as Montenegro, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Bulgaria.

It's quite a statement to say that the Porta del Cel is the hut-to-hut trek to heaven. And yet, it is true. Porta del Cel is Catalan for Heaven's Gate and if you consider that the highest point of this trek is Pica d'Estats, the highest peak in Catalonia, it somewhat makes sense. In the Catalan Pyrenees, you can't higher than the Porta del Cel. This makes this trek an adventure for seasoned mountain goats. If you want a little piece of Catalan heaven, then the Porta del Cel with 65 kilometres and 11.000 vertical meters, is the hiking route to take. Som-hi!Just as the Carros de Foc, this is the Catalan side of Spain and the Pyrenees. Som-hi is Catalan for Let's go. Sure, you can get around with Spanish, but if you want to crack a smile in the Catalan refuges, it will be worth it to work on your Catalan. On the Porta del Cel you will have at least 5 hiking days to practice your Catalan. Before we get carried away by this beautiful language, let's have a closer look at this hiking route. What is the Porta del Cel? Where do you start? What is so special about this hiking route? Is it for you? In this blog post, we'll answer all your questions!

There are a lot of opportunities for hiking in the Spanish Pyrenees, but does it get any better than the Carros de Foc? To be fair, it's also one of the best-known multi-day hut-to-hut hikes in the area. Rather obvious, because with 65 kilometers, over 3,500 meters of elevation gain, and 9 welcoming huts, an epic adventure awaits you on the Carros de Foc. Hiking in, quite a mouthful, Parc Nacional d'Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici doesn't get any better than this. Are you ready to discover the wild and adventurous side of Catalonia?Once started as a joke by local hut wardens to visit each other, the Carros de Foc has now grown into a world-renowned multi-day mountain trek that is mentioned in many a guidebook as one of the most beautiful multi-day hut-to-hut treks in Europe. What makes the Carros de Foc so special? Why is it called "Chariots of Fire" in Catalan? Where do you start? Is the Carros de Foc something for you? Although well-known, one can still have a lot of unanswered questions about this epic trek. In this blog post, we'll answer them all for you!

At only a stone's throw from Nice and the Mediterranean coast, you can find a mountain range with the striking name Les Alpes Maritimes. In these mountains, you can find Mercantour National Park, one of the most beautiful national parks France has to offer. With peaks of over 3000m and valleys formed by ancient glacial streams, Mercantour provides the perfect backdrop for your next mountain adventure. It's in Mercantour where hikers of all ages and abilities will be able to find an unparalleled hiking experience. Are you ready to discover one of France's best-kept secrets? Allez! Some of the options in Mercantour National Park even take you across the border to Italy. From other destinations that we like so much, like the Tour du Mont Blanc, the Alta Via 1 or the Alta Via 2, we know it's always great to do a little Italian escape. The food in an Italian Rifugio is always fantastic. Before we get carried away by Refuge cuisine, let's take a closer look at our possibilities when hiking in Mercantour. What does this area make special? What hiking options are there? What about accommodation in Mercantour? We'll answer all your questions!

The Tour du Mont Thabor, the French Alps' best-kept secret. In Vallée de la Clarée you can find unspoiled Alpine scenery, away from the beaten track, the most hospitable gites and refuges, and to top it all off: The option for a family-friendly trek. Forget the Tour du Mont Blanc, the Walker's Haute Route, and the other big names. Around Mont Thabor you can enjoy quality mountain time without having to take too much time off and without breaking the bank. We wanted to keep it all for ourselves, but happiness is only real when shared. So, allez! Let's discover the Tour du Mont Thabor and the trails of Vallée de la Clarée together! Grande Randonnée GR57 is better known as the Tour du Mont Thabor. This is a loop around the lesser known but still very prominent Mont Thabor, in Vallée de la Clarée in the Hautes-Alpes. Vallée de la Clarée is a sheltered, dead-end valley north of the fortified town of Briancon, on the border between France and Italy and forms part of the unspoilt Massif des Cerces. There are no ski slopes or other large-scale tourism, this valley is there only for hikers, cyclists, and other nature lovers. When doing the full circuit, you can expect a total distance of around 85 kilometers and more than 5,000 meters of elevation gain. You don't have to, though. Tour du Mont Thabor is easily broken up into pieces and thus allows an experience for the entire family.

The Walker's Haute Route. When it comes to hiking, is there anything better, more beautiful, and more intense? When it comes to adventure and challenge, the Walker's Haute Route can be ranked alongside Kilimanjaro, the Everest Base Camp Trek, the Alta Via 2, and the Tour du Mont Blanc. More so, the latter is more of a preparation for the Walker's Haute Route than an equal. From Chamonix near Mont Blanc in France all the way to the Matterhorn near Swiss Zermatt, this is the pinnacle of hiking in the Alps. While showcasing amazing mountain passes, glaciers, charming pastoral towns, and magnificent valleys Walkers Haute Route is also known for its fantastic food and wine - promising a thrilling hut-to-hut trekking adventure. Allez, let's do the Haute Route! There are 200 kilometers (125 miles) and 15,200 vertical meters (50,000 ft) between Chamonix and Zermatt. The highest point reached is 2,987 meters or almost 10.000 ft. It doesn't matter whether you use the metric or the imperial system, the numbers for the Walker's Haute Route blow you away.  What makes this tremendous route so special? How do you hike it self-guided? Where do hikers spend the night? Why the Walker's Haute Route and not the Tour du Mont Blanc? Let us answer all your questions! 

Are you looking for mountains, endless trails, and the most hospitable mountain huts? Check. A hiking vacation in the Alps doesn't get better than a hut-to-hut tour in Switzerland. Switzerland is 70% mountainous, and mountain sports were more or less invented there. While vacations in Switzerland are sometimes considered expensive, a hut-to-hut hike in Switzerland The trails are well-marked, well-maintained, and connected through hundreds of villages, hamlets, inns, and mountain huts where hikers can find clean, comfortable, and beautifully located accommodations. You can hike for days without descending, but you need to know where to start. Which hut tour, where do you begin, and how do you book it? "Booking a hut-to-hut tour in the Alps can be a challenge," says Bookatrekking.com trekking expert Natascha. "Sometimes you really don't know where to start. Every year, we help hundreds of hikers find and organize their hut-to-hut tour."

From the Alps to the Pyrenees, the Vosges, the Jura, the Massif Central, and not to forget the mountains of Corsica - there is no shortage of destinations for a hut-to-hut tour in France. Camping in southern France? Then you've never experienced a French hut-to-hut tour. Adventure guaranteed for everyone, including the young mountain goats. And French cuisine? You'll find that at an altitude of 2000 meters. These are our favorite hut-to-hut tours in France. Allez!

A hut-to-hut trek in the Alps, there's no better escape from the daily grind. Whether it's a long weekend, a short week, or nearly two weeks of continuous hiking from hut to hut, the Alps are the Disneyland of mountain sports, featuring hundreds of well-equipped mountain huts. Apple strudel and a freshly poured glass of beer after a long day, enjoying the most breathtaking views? The trekking experts at Bookatrekking.com have made it their job. In this blog, they take you on the most beautiful hut-to-hut treks in the Alps! The trails are well marked, well-maintained, and connected by hundreds of villages, hamlets, inns, and mountain huts where hikers can find clean, comfortable, and beautifully located accommodations. You can walk for days without having to descend, but you need to know where to start. Which hut-to-hut trek, where to begin, and how on earth do you book that? At Bookatrekking.com, we help hundreds of people every year organize their hut-to-hut trek. Join us!

Hiking in South Tyrol is something special. We love Tyrol, but South Tyrol just offers a bit more. It's like the same cake, but with the cherry on top. We admit, we're making big claims here, but anyone who has come face to face with the Three Peaks or the Marmolada will agree that a hut tour in South Tyrol is a guarantee for adventure and, since we're in Italy, for enjoyment. Welcome to the Dolomites, welcome to South Tyrol. These are our favorite hut hikes! South Tyrol has more than 16,000 km of marked hiking trails that lead through diverse natural landscapes, including themed paths, multi-day tours, hut hikes, climbing routes, and high-alpine paths. What about the Three Peaks or the Dolomite High Route 1? We know there's much more, but for our trekking experts, these hut hikes are the favorites.

Have you always dreamed about wandering along the wild and rugged coastline of Wales? Now is your chance! Walk the Pembrokeshire Coast Path along Wales' western peninsula. You'll find remote beaches, castle ruins, old fishing villages, and traditional Welsh towns. Follow the cliff-top trails and listen to the Atlantic waves crashing into sea caves below. Spot puffins and seals enjoying this coastal habitat. In this blog post, you'll find everything you need to know to walk the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, including tips on the route, a map, distance, accommodation possibilities and much more! The Pembrokeshire Coast Path is a long-distance walk in Wales. The entire route is 300 km long, or 186 miles, and leads you through some of Britain's most breathtaking coastal landscapes in around two weeks. You will walk almost entirely through the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park - Britain's only coastal park. If two weeks is too much for you, you can also choose to walk the best part. Which one? We'll help you decide. Let's go!

The Rob Roy Way starts in the picturesque village of Drymen, just outside Glasgow, and finishes in the lively tourist town of Pitlochry in Perthshire. This route follows in the footsteps of Rob Roy MacGregor, the legendary Scottish outlaw who made the area unsafe around 1700. The Rob Roy Way follows small paths and narrow roads and passes through dense woodland past the impressive Lakes of Loch Venachar, Loch Lubnaig, Loch Verdien, and Loch Tay. Along the way, you can enjoy the many views of the mighty peaks of the Scottish Highlands of which Ben Lawers is the highest. Alternately, the route follows quiet scenic roads and paths through the Scottish countryside where time seems to have stood still. Join us on this historic route and follow Rob Roy closely. The Rob Roy Way is one of Scotland's 'Great Trails' and is 128 kilometers long, or 80 miles. The route runs from Drymen to Pitlochry. With an alternative, wilder route via Amulree, you can extend the route to a total length of 155 kilometers. Are you ready to follow in the footsteps of Scotland's most beloved villain? Let's go!

The Beara Way offers a unique possibility to discover one of Ireland's best-kept secrets. The Beara Peninsula is a 48-kilometre-long mountainous strip of land that extends into the Atlantic Ocean. The rather remote location makes it perhaps one of the most pristine parts of southwest Ireland. Just like the more northern Kerry Way and Dingle Way, it is a magical world of mountains and lakes, surrounded by a picturesque coastline. The route leads past grandiose archaeological remains of prehistoric inhabitants, in the form of standing stones or Tombstones. In this blog post, we have included all you need to know to walk the Beara Way, including the full route, a map, distance, baggage transfer services, accommodations, and more!

The Kerry Way, in Irish Slí Uíbh Ráthaigh, is the most famous and popular long distance hiking trail in Ireland. The Kerry Way, which can be found 'between' the Dingle Way and the Beara Way, is a circular walking route of approximately 214 kilometers across the Iveragh Peninsula. This route starts and ends in Killarney. This is the walking alternative to the famous Ring of Kerry driving route and passes through some of Ireland’s most spectacular scenery. In this blog post, we have included all you need to know to walk the Kerry Way, including the route, the map, distance, baggage transfer services, accommodations, and more!Crossing mountains and valleys, passing lakes, old forests, and wild bogs, the route comes with a lot of variety. From the cliffs and sandy beaches, you can enjoy beautiful views over the many rocky islands. You come across numerous archaeological finds, giving the route a strong historical character. The route is divided into 9 stages and starts and ends in Killarney. Whether you are an experienced hiker or just starting out, the Kerry Way is for everyone. There are plenty of challenges in this long-distance walk for everyone! Are you ready for this adventure? Let’s go!

The Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail is a fascinating and rewarding coast-to-coast walk from the North Sea to the Irish Sea alongside the iconic Hadrian’s Wall in Northern England. It is Britain’s biggest Roman archaeological feature and a UNESCO World Heritage Site and opened in 2003. Hadrian's Wall is located near the border between modern-day Scotland and England and follows the course of the famous Roman Wall, which marked the boundary between Roman Britannia and Caledonia to the north.The route is one of Britain’s most popular long-distance walks. In this blog post, we have included all you need to know to walk the Hadrian’s Wall Path, including the route, the map, distance, baggage transfer services, accommodations, and more! The Hadrian’s Wall Path is a great trekking adventure. The route is 84 miles long, which is equal to 135 kilometers. The route is divided into 8 stages, from Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway, but you can arrange it depending on your fitness level and experience. The Hadrian’s Wall Path is for everyone. You can also choose to do this walk faster, and walk the whole trek in 6 days. It is up to you. Are you ready for this historic adventure? Let’s go!

The South Downs Way is a trail that runs through the South Downs National Park. It is England’s newest National park and was only established in 2009. It runs through as many as 5 National Nature Reserves and many more interesting attractions, the most important being the iconic English chalk hills. In the spring and summer you will be led past yellow rapeseed fields and statuous houses with colourful English gardens. In autumn you’ll enjoy the golden rolling hills, while still catching a bit of sun along the east coast.

The Cotswolds might be one of the most famous natural scenic areas of Great-Britain. For most people, when thinking about England, the old stone Cotswold houses and glowy, rolling hills come to mind. Walking the Cotswold way is on top of the bucket lists of many hikers, and they are right to have put it there. If you are curious about what is so appealing to many people to visit the Cotswolds, keep on reading this blog!

The South West Coast Path is the longest marked walking route in England. This route has been named England's best walking route twice, and for a good reason. After all, you'll be hiking through some of the most dramatic landscapes in England. The route is 630 miles long, which is equivalent to 1,014 kilometers, and leads you from Minehead to South Haven Point through fishing villages, mountain passes, valleys, and busy seaside towns. During this hike, you'll even have the opportunity to see dolphins, seals, and whales! In this post, you'll find everything you need to know to hike the South West Coast Path, including tips on the route, distances, accommodation, and more! The South West Coast Path is a great hiking adventure. The route is divided into 8 one-week sections and runs from Minehead to South Haven Point. This allows you some time to cover the entire distance of the South West Coast. The walk is suitable for everyone, but keep in mind that you'll be walking an average of 18 kilometers, which will take you about 5 hours. If you don't have enough vacation days for the whole route, you can also choose one of the most beautiful sections. Which one? We will help you with that. Let's go!

When you think of a hut tour, you quickly think of a tour in the Alps. That's not strange. We've previously written about how to hike from hut to hut on the Stubaier Höhenweg, the Tour du Mont Blanc, the Alta Via 1, and many more. But don't forget about Norway. The Norwegian Trekking Association (DNT) has more than 550 huts, both staffed and unmanned. This offers a range of possibilities for multi-day treks through the land of the Fjords. But how do you arrange such a hut tour in Norway? We at Bookatrekking.com have outlined it for you. We at Bookatrekking.com have close contacts with the mountain huts on our routes, and we are happy to take this burden off your shoulders. If you would like to know more, feel free to contact our trekking experts.

Hiking in Iceland? The land of geysers, glaciers and volcanoes and incredible landscapes. Only a handful of people live there, most of them in the capital. The nature in Iceland is unprecedented, untouched and unusually beautiful. Do the Laugavegur Trail or try pronouncing Fimmvörðuháls while marvelling at the most beautiful waterfalls. Go on a walking holiday in Iceland and be enchanted! Iceland is the largest volcanic island in the world: the land south of the Arctic Circle, covering more than 100,000 km2, is inhabited by just under 330,000 people, about a third of whom live in the capital, Reykjavík. Their language - Icelandic - has not changed significantly in written form since the Vikings conquered the country in the 9th century: Icelanders can still read the texts of their sagas in their original. And one of the Icelanders' favourite pastimes? Hiking, of course. This blog post will introduce you to the best routes for a walking holiday in Iceland.

Fimmvörðuháls. Difficult to pronounce and also quite difficult to walk. However, both the pronunciation and the hiking are definitely worth it. Together with the Laugavegur Trail, the Fimmvörðuháls hike is one of the most legendary hikes in Iceland. This is one of the most popular hikes in Iceland, but possibly also one of the most dangerous, due to the rapid changes in weather that can occur in any season. While it can be calm and sunny in the lowlands of Skógar and Þórsmörk, the weather at the top of the route (approx. 1000 meters above sea level, the highest point of the route) can be harsh.

If you want to hike in Iceland, it doesn't get much better than this. The Laugavegur Trail is the most famous in Iceland and if you have seen the photos and the videos, it is not so difficult to understand how this status was achieved. The Laugavegur Trail is 55 kilometers, or 34 miles long, and offers a multi-day trek through the Icelandic wilderness. You will pass multi-colored mountains, lava fields, black sand deserts, geothermal springs, glaciers, lakes, icy river fords, grassy plains, and forests. The Laugavegur Trail has it all! In just a 3 hour drive from Reykjavík, you can find the beautiful nature reserve Friðland að Fjallabaki, quite a mouthful. Here begins a trekking adventure that takes you through all the landscapes Iceland has to offer. Iceland in a nutshell, so to speak. Along the way, you will stay in tents or in simply furnished huts - which you have to book in advance. The food and everything you need for the trekking, you need to take yourself. You can read here how it works.

With 170.1 meters above sea level, Ejer Baunehøj is the highest point in Denmark. This makes the Dutch Vaalserberg with 322 meters a small Kilimanjaro, and the Signal de Botrange in Belgium with its 694 meters a small Everest. Denmark might not be the most exciting hiking destination. No cabin routes, mountain climbing, or thrilling via ferratas, but still, there are endless views and plenty of hiking. Are you looking for a relaxing hiking vacation in Europe? Although Denmark's landscape is flatter than that of most countries, there are no fewer than 185 official trails to choose from. On these beautiful trails, hikers can enjoy picturesque views, bright forests, and stunning cliffs. We have compiled a list of 7 stunning routes for a hiking vacation in Denmark. These hiking routes are not only worth it for their beauty but also highlight the history and culture of Denmark. Join us on a hike in Denmark and discover the best routes!

You may know Spain from the beaches, the Rioja, and the bullfights, but did you know that Spain is actually a true mountain country? That's right, the Pyrenees, Sierra Nevada, the Canary Islands, the Balearic Islands all have some of the best trails in Europe

A walking holiday in Italy doesn't get much better than hiking from hut-to-hut in the Dolomites. Sure, the southern part of the Italian boot has its charms and the weather is actually always fantastic, but if you're looking for mountains, you really need to keep north. In this blog post you can read more about Dolomites hut-to-hut hiking, like the Alta Via 1 and the Alta Via 2.The Dolomites have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2009. Thanks to their sublime, monumental and colourful landscapes, these mountains are among the most beautiful in the world. If you are looking for a real Italian adventure, then look no further. The Dolomites or the Alps? The Dolomites are part of the Southern Limestone Alps and can therefore be considered as part of the Alps. So we may speak of both the Dolomites and the Alps when we go on a hiking trip in Italy. Are you still with us? Good, then let's start with the best options for hiking the Dolomites!

Hiking in the Alps; it doesn't get much better if you're looking for a hiking vacation in Europe. Whenever possible, the trekking experts of Bookatrekking.com can be found in the Alps every summer. And rightly so, because it doesn't matter if you are in Germany, France, Austria, Switzerland or even Slovenia. The Alps are huge and it's like a Disneyland for mountaineering. The choice is plentiful and it's always a good-for-it show. In this blog post, our trekking experts take you through their favourite options for a hiking in the Alps.The trails are well marked, well maintained and connected by hundreds of villages, hamlets, inns and mountain huts where hikers can find clean, comfortable and beautifully located accommodations. You can hike there for days at a time without having to descend, but you have to know where to start. What hut-to-hut trek, where do you start and how on earth do you book it? At Bookatrekking.com, we help hundreds of people organize their hut-to-hut hiking trips every year. Join us on an adventure!

Hiking in Europe. Whether you prefer walking in the rain or the sun on your shoulders, you can do anything when looking for walking holidays in Europe. Your ultimate goal may be the Everest Base Camp Trek or climbing Kilimanjaro, but then you may not have heard of the Malerweg, the Dingle Way or the Alta Via. There are enough multi-day hikes in Europe to last a lifetime. Discover the Alps, the Eiffel, the long-distance routes in the Lowlands or the Highlands. Come with us and discover the most beautiful self-guided walking holidays in Europe.In the Netherlands, they have the Lange-Afstand-Wandelpaden, in France the Grand-Randonnée, in Portugal the Grande Rota and in Spanish the Gran Recorridos. These are the enormously long hiking trails that are all linked together and that can let you discover the whole of Europe if you want to. Then there are the hut-to-hut tours, via ferratas, the Steig routes in Germany and the endless trails in our own UK. And the very best multi-day hiking in Europe? The ranking is unimportant because one is not necessarily more beautiful than the other. Indeed, the list is never complete, because every hiking route has its own charm. But if we have to choose, we choose the following routes for a self-guided walking holiday in Europe.

A hiking holiday in the Netherlands might be the most surprising thing you can do this year. We may not have mountains or hut-to-hut hikes, but still, the Netherlands is a real hiking country. The Netherlands has no less than 23 LAWs, long-distance hiking trails of 150 kilometers or more. Ideal for a longer hiking holiday, a day out, or a long weekend. Read our blog post and get your hiking boots ready.De Veluwe, the dunes, the Wadden Islands, the Afsluitdijk, the Frisian Lakes, or the hills of Limburg. Walking along green meadows, through dense forests, and past the oldest cities and villages. The Netherlands may be small, but there is much to discover, especially when you're on foot. Keep reading and explore the most beautiful long-distance trails in the Netherlands.

You really don't have to travel far for a relaxing walking holiday in Europe. Germany is a big country and also offers a lot of variety, in terms of hiking. You can explore the hills of Sauerland, winding paths along the Rhine, scenic trails in Saxon Switzerland, and the snow-capped peaks of the Alps. Do you prefer a hiking holiday in Germany with luggage transport? Kein Problem! We might not want to admit it, but Germany has it all. Read our blog post and discover the five very best hiking trails in Germany!Germany has 200.000 kilometers of well-signposted trails, some of which pass through national and nature parks or biosphere reserves. Local tourist offices help travelers find the best hiking routes that suit their condition and time frame, and they can provide you with maps and tips. In Germany, it is possible to walk without your luggage, on most long-distance hiking trails. Whether in the Eiffel or the Middle Rhine Region, hiking in Germany guarantees relaxation. Auf geht's!

Switzerland stands as a premier destination for hiking enthusiasts, offering an array of trails that meander through its stunning alpine scenery. The country's diverse terrain, from the majestic peaks of the Alps to the serene beauty of its lakes and valleys, provides a perfect backdrop for unforgettable hiking adventures. Whether you're seeking a leisurely walk or a challenging trek, Switzerland's trails cater to every level of hiker. The Swiss Alps, occupying a significant portion of the country, are renowned for their rugged beauty and panoramic vistas. Hiking in Switzerland allows you to explore this magnificent range, with trails like the Tour du Mont Blanc, the Kesch Trek, and Via Alpina 1 offering a glimpse into the heart of alpine wilderness. Each step on these trails promises an encounter with nature's finest, from alpine pastures dotted with wildflowers to ancient glaciers and emerald lakes that reflect the sky's azure hue.

Walking holidays in Austria are the absolute pinnacle if you like hiking. There is really nothing that Austria does not have. Multi-day hut hikes, Via Ferrata's or relaxing day hikes on the Alpine meadows; there is a suitable hiking holiday for everyone. In this blog post you can read all about the different regions, find the seven best routes and get practical tips to get the most out of your walking holidays. Austria is a country for hikers and one of the most popular destinations for walking holidays in Europe. And not without reason: more than half of the country is located in the mountains. Austria's nine federal states have so much to offer in terms of hiking that it is difficult to choose. Not only is it possible to hike in the mountains or from hut to hut, but you can also enjoy picturesque valleys, endless Alpine meadows and dense forests. These are the seven very best routes for your walking holidays in Austria.

Walking the Dingle Way. The Dingle Way is an enchanting trek in the Dingle Peninsula, in Ireland. This is a rare slice of Ireland where Gaelige (Gaelic) is still spoken, century-old crofts huddle below the mountains, and where you can find ancient sites scattered across a sparsely populated area.The Dingle Way is located along the shoreline of the westernmost point in mainland Ireland and is situated north of the Kerry Way and the Beara Way. This breathtaking trail guides you through stunning archeological sites, surrounded by coastal and mountain scenery. If you are looking for a trekking adventure in Ireland, the Dingle Way is a great option!

The Great Glen Way is a long-distance route that starts in Fort William and ends in Inverness, and follows the major natural faultline of the Great Glen which divides Scotland from coast to coast. This extraordinary trail is 79 mi / 127 km long and offers its visitors breathtaking landscapes including lochs, hills, and forests. If you are looking for a gentle walk in Scotland, the Great Glen Way is an excellent option. In this blog post, we will provide you with all the information that you need to complete the Great Glen Way, including a map, the route and stages, accommodation, baggage transfer, camping, and more! The Great Glen Way starts at the foot of the impressive Ben Nevis and takes you along the coasts of Loch Lochy, Loch Oich, and the forests above Loch Ness. This route will also guide you through some historical milestones of this turbulent region, past castles, forts, and scenes of some of Scotland’s bloodiest battles. Despite running at lower levels, you can also choose to follow the higher level option of the Great Glen Way between Fort Augustus and Drumnadrochit. This higher section offers more dramatic views for a little more effort.

In the small country we all know as Luxembourg, you will find the Mullerthal region, also known as 'Little Switzerland'. In September 2020, I visited this wonderful region for Bookatrekking.com. The result: several nice packages on Bookatrekking.com, and a lot of useful information. In this blog post, you will read about my experiences and I will try to share as much as possible on not only the route, but also on accommodations, luggage transport, food, drinks, and more! The full Mullerthal Trail is 112 kilometers long, and consists of three different routes, that all can be combined. In addition, you have several 'extra tours' that are connected to the official Mullerthal routes. This makes the Mullerthal Trail suitable for a week, weekend, or even a day trip. Below is a small impression of two other hikers on the Mullerthal Trail!

Hidden in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains in Saxon Switzerland and the most beautiful hiking trail in Germany, as voted by hikers. Just by looking at the photos, you will immediately understand why. This special part of Germany could not be further away from Switzerland, yet it is called Saxon Switzerland or Saxon Switzerland in German. How is that? Read our extensive blog post about the Malerweg, get answers to all your questions, and find a suitable package for a walking holiday in Germany.Forget the Rheinsteig, the Eifelsteig, the Rothaarsteig and the Moselsteig. Not far from Dresden, on the border with the Czech Republic and on the banks of the River Elbe, you will find one of the most beautiful examples of German nature. National Park Saxon Switzerland is home to the Elbe Sandstone Mountains and this is where the Malerweg runs, a 112-kilometer hiking trail that can be walked in 8 stages. There are some tough stages, but you will be rewarded with beautiful views. The Malerweg is characterized by the chalk cliffs along the Elbe, along forest paths, and not forgetting the Bastei Bridge. The nature along the Malerweg inspired Germany's most successful artists and it will not leave you unmoved either. The Malerweg is dedicated to the most famous German artists. Follow in their footsteps and walk the entire Malerweg.

The West Highland Way is Scotland's most popular long-distance walking trail, quite possibly because it runs through some of the most iconic landscapes of the Scottish Highlands. The route is 96 miles long, which is equivalent to 154 kilometers, and guides you from Milngavie to Fort William through moorland, mountain passes, glens, and some of the most breathtaking landscapes in Scotland. In this article, we have included all you need to know to walk the West Highland Way, including the route, the map, distance, baggage transfer services, accommodation, wild camping, and more! The West Highland Way is a great trekking adventure. The route is divided into 8 stages, from Milngavie to Fort William, but you can arrange it depending on your fitness level and experience. The West Highland way is for everybody. You can choose to walk shorter sections and complete the trek in 10 days, or you can choose to combine some stages and complete the whole trek in just 5 days, it is up to you. Are you ready for this Scottish adventure? Let's go!

The Eagle Walk, known in German as the Adlerweg, is one of the most famous treks in Tyrol, Austria. If seen from above, the Adlerweg map resembles the silhouette of an eagle hovering in the air with its wings spread wide open, therefore its name. This famous hike runs from east to west through the whole of Tirol and encompasses 33 stages and 413 kilometers.Unfortunately, we at Bookatrekking.com don't have time for that either. Fortunately, you can hike the most beautiful stages of the Adlerweg easily from Innsbruck. There is no better starting point than the Capital of the Alps for your walking holidays in Austria. Completing the entire Adlerweg is a life goal for some hikers. Especially for Austrian hikers, tackling the 33 stages is high on the bucket list. Each stage has its own appeal of course and at Bookatrekking.com we know that a few stages stand out head and shoulders above the rest. In this blog post you will find the best options for the Adlerweg which you can also get to easily from Innsbruck.

The Rothaarsteig in the Sauerland is one of Germany's top hiking routes. If you want to go hiking in Sauerland or in Winterberg, sooner or later you will come across the Rothaarsteig trail. In this blog post, you will read about the Rothaarsteig route, the stages, and accommodations along the route, and you will find a map and different options for a package. Los geht's! The main route of the Rothaarsteig runs from Brilon in North Rhine-Westphalia, mainly southwards over the Kahler Asten to Dillenburg in Hesse. The Rothaarsteig is 155 kilometers long and can be walked in 8 stages. Together with the Eifelsteig, Malerweg, Moselsteig, and Rheinsteig, the Rothaarsteig is one of Germany's most popular hiking trails. You can read how the Rothaarsteig got its name later in this blog post.

Located between the Rheinsteig and the Eifelsteig, the Moselsteig is a bit of the underdog when it comes to hiking in Germany. The Moselsteig Trail has not been around as long as its two 'big' brothers and not every hiker has heard of it. This makes the Moselsteig perhaps Germany's best-kept hiking secret. Follow the footsteps of the Romans, discover the most beautiful vineyards, and end your hiking days with a delicious glass of wine. The good life can be found on the banks of the Mosel River. Read our blog post, check out the route and stages, and prepare yourself for the Moselsteig. Auf geht's!The 365-kilometer Moselsteig is divided into 24 stages that can be walked in both directions. The Moselsteig follows the entire German Mosel River from Perl on the German-French-Luxembourg border to the mouth of the river at the Deutsches Eck in Koblenz. Koblenz is also the finish point of the Eifelsteig Trail the starting point of the famous Rheinsteig Trail.

The Via Alpina 1, also known as the Swiss Alpine Pass Route, is the section of the Via Alpina that runs through the Swiss Alps. The Via Alpina is actually a network of five long-distance hiking routes through the alpine regions of Slovenia, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Italy, France and Monaco. The Swiss portion of the Via Alpina is 390 kilometers long and is divided into 20 stages. Looking for walking holidays in Switzerland? You can choose to hike the entire route or just part of it. The most popular part in Switzerland is the Bear Trek or in German the Bärentrek. In this blog we will tell you everything you need to know about the route of the Via Alpina in Switzerland, the stages, the best season, equipment for the Bärentrek, and much more! Despite being a very scenic trail and one of the most popular tours in Switzerland, the Via Alpina 1 requires a dose of respect. This is a tough trek that traverses a number of challenging passes in the Swiss Alps and is not recommended without experience. However, if you are looking for a challenging adventure in the Alps, the Via Alpina 1 is a great choice!

The Rheinsteig: hiking along the Rhine. Along with the Eifelsteig, the Malerweg, the Rothaarsteig, and the Moselsteig, the Rheinsteig is one of the absolute German hiking classics. The Rheinsteig follows a path along the right bank of the Middle Rhine in Germany. The 320 km route stretches from Wiesbaden to Bonn and attracts thousands of hikers and Riesling wine lovers from all over Germany and neighbouring countries every year. Want to discover the heart of Germany by foot? Read our blog post now!From Beethoven's hometown along one of Europe's lifelines (the Rhine) to beautiful Wiesbaden. Or vice versa. The Rheinsteig can be walked in both directions and instead of walking the whole route at once, most Rheinsteigers only walk one, two or three stages during a trip. Walk with us along the most beautiful stages of the Rheinsteig and get inspired.

Are you looking to completing the famous Peter Habeler Trek, one of the finest examples of hiking holidays in Austria? Also known as the Peter Habeler Runde, this trek is a circular route that starts and ends in Vals, a mountaineering village with 537 inhabitants in Tyrol. This trek was dedicated to the Austrian mountaineer Peter Habeler on his 70th birthday and is one of the most renowned hikes in the region. If this trek is on your to-do list, we can help you! Below you will find all you need to know to complete the Peter Habeler Runde, from a map and itinerary to a recommended packing list, safety measures, guided and self-guided walking holidays in Austria, and more! Peter Habeler was born in Mayrhofen, in Tyrol, and made alpine history when, in 1978, he climbed Mount Everest, together with Reinhold Messner, without carrying any artificial oxygen. The Peter Habeler Trek honors his accomplishments as a mountaineer and celebrates his climbing records all over the world! Will you follow his footsteps?

Hidden in the heart of Graubünden, you will find the Kesch Trek, one of the most beautiful options for your walking holidays in Switzerland. This 4-day trek leads you through breathtaking mountain landscapes, including wide valleys, glaciers, steep rock formations, lakes and the peace that only the mountains can offer. The Kesch Trek is also suitable for the less experienced mountain goats, due to its well maintained and marked trails. After the reconstruction of the Grialetsch Hütte, the Kesch Trek will be back in its original form in 2022. Below you will find everything you need to know about this trek, including the route, accommodation, a map and much more!While walking on the Kesch Trek, you will cross the Flüela and the Albula Passes and you will spend your nights in cozy mountain huts. On your last day, you will visit Lai da Palpuogna, described by the locals as the most beautiful lake in Switzerland. Get your hiking boots ready and discover this Swiss gem in the canton of the Grisons!

The Eifelsteig is a 313-kilometer trekking trail divided into 15 stages in the German Eifel region. Hike from Aachen in Nordrhein-Westfalen (North Rhine-Westphalia) to beautiful Trier in Rheinland-Pfalz (Rhineland-Palatinate) and experience Germany at its best. Together with Rheinsteig, Malerweg, Rothaarsteig, and Moselsteig, the Eifelsteig is one of the classics for a German hiking holiday. On the Eifelsteig, you are always accompanied by the elements. The motto of the Eifelsteig is therefore "Wo Fells und Wasser Dich begleiten. - Just you, the Water and the Rocks." Read our blog post about the Eifelsteig, discover the most beautiful stages, and prepare yourself well for the Eifelsteig Route using GPX files. On the 313 km long Eifelsteig, hikers can intensively experience the different facets of the Eifel low mountain range. The seasons constantly give the route a new face. Thus, every time of year has its own charm. In spring, the Eifel awakens with colourful meadows and flowering hedges, followed by the famous broom blossoms - called the "Eifel Gold" by its inhabitants. The Eifel has a warm climate in summer when the forests and streams provide the necessary coolness. The autumn colours of the Eifel are also worthwhile and in winter the Eifel is perhaps at its best.

The Salzburger Almenweg is one of the most popular treks in Austria. This relaxed trek takes you "von Alm zu Alm", which means that you trek from one alpine meadow to the next. The Salzburger Almenweg is a 350-kilometer long trail divided into 31 stages. The beauty of this trail is that it can be easily divided into smaller sections, allowing you to choose your own adventure and to start and end the trek wherever and whenever you want. The Salzburger Almenweg is divided into different stages with different difficulty levels which allow experienced mountaineers and families with little children to enjoy the beauties of the region. Moreover, many of the huts also allow dogs to spend the night so you don't have to leave your four-legged friend at home! It doesn't matter if you are trekking alone or if the whole family is coming along, the Salzburger Almenweg welcomes everyone!

You want to tackle the Alta Via 2 in the Dolomites? Of the 6 Alta Via's that you can find in the Dolomites, the Alta Via's 1 and 2 are by far the most popular and, moreover, the most favored hut-to-hut walking tours in Italy. On Bookatrekking.com you'll find both and our trekking specialists agree on one thing unnanimously: the Alta Via 2 is the most strenuous. Are hut-to-hut treks new to you? If so, do the Alta Via 1 instead. The Alta Via 2 is not a walk in the park, in contrary. The full 13-day route includes sharp ridges, Via Ferratas and steep slopes. Are you brave enough to tackle the Alta Via 2? Here's everything you need to know about the route, maps, Via Ferrata, stages and more!The Dolomites are a dramatic mountain range located in north-eastern Italy and offer its visitors serrated limestone peaks, sheer cliffs, shimmering alpine lakes, and deep, narrow valleys. These breathtaking mountains offer trekkers one of the most exciting and unique trekking adventures you can experience in Europe. If you want to conquer the famous and challenging Alta Via 2, we are here to help you! With the right preparation, every trek is possible!

The GR20, also known as Fra li Monti is a GR (Grande Randonnée) footpath that crosses the Mediterranean island of Corsica running approximately from north to south. The entire trail is about 180 km long with 12,000 m of elevation gain. Although it takes about 15 days to complete it, the route can be divided into 2 stages: the northern part, between Calenzana and Vizzavona, and the southern part, between Vizzavona and Conca. This GR route is considered one of the toughest of all GR routes, are you brave enough to give it a try? Below you will find all the information you need about the route, the stages, a map, and a kit list for your GR20 hike in Corsica! For the GR20, some hiking experience in steeper terrain is advisable. The trek requires some scrambling, use of chains, and a ladder (on the Northern section) and to tackle the rocky landscape and mountain ridges. In order to face this challenge self-guided, you need to be a confident mountain walker and most importantly, you need to be able to read route notes and to locate your position on a map when necessary. Below you will find all the information you need to face this challenge as prepared as possible.

The Huayna Potosi Climb is the most popular climb in Bolivia and one of the busiest trails on the cordillera Real mountain range. This impressive massif has been conquered by basically all its faces. The first ones to reach the top were 2 Germans, R. Dients and O. Lohse, in 1919, after a failed attempt 21 years earlier, when all members of the group perished on the way to the summit. If you want to conquer this massif like R. Dients and O. Lohse, this article is for you. In this long read, you will find all the information about climbing Huayna Potosí, from the difficulty and weather to the deaths and how to combine Condodiriri and Huayna Potosi in one climb. Let's go! Huayna Potosí is the closest high mountain to La Paz, in Bolivia. The name of this massif is in Aymara, a native language of the region, and it means "young mountain". Huayna Potosí is one of the city's most distinctive features. Huayna Potosí can be easily accessed by car from La Paz. Moreover, since La Paz is already at 3640 m, climbers have an easier time acclimatizing. This impressive massif is usually considered the "easiest 6000er in the world", but this climb should not be taken lightly: rocky terrain, snow, ice, and glacier fractures are characteristic features of this breathtaking beast!

The K2 Base Camp Trek is the best multi-day trek the Karakoram Mountains in Pakistan you can find. If you are thinking of doing the trek to K2 Base Camp, you probably have read about the Everest Base Camp Trek as well. Is it the same? No. If you have ever gone trekking in Nepal and are thinking of going trekking in Pakistan, you can make yourself ready for a completely different experience. In this blog post, we tell you all there is to know about K2 Base Camp, find an interactive map and we speak to Adeel Mirza about the difficulty of tackling this fantastic trek. On the K2 Base Camp Trek you won't find any teahouses, batthis or other comfortable places to stay. On this legendary trek, you will spend most of your nights in a tent. There is hardly any infrastructure on the route to K2 Base Camp and that makes this trek an adventure for the intrepid trekker. If you want to see, mountains, mountains and even more mountains, K2 Base Camp is calling you. You must go.

The Alta Via 1, also known as the Dolomite High Route 1, is one of Italy's most famous trekking trails. The Dolomites are a series of individual, self-contained, pale-colored, limestone rock formations. The Famous Alta Via 1 is the easiest and most popular of the high routes that go through the Dolomites. In this long read, you will find all you need to know for your Alta Via 1 Dolomites adventure, including a map, the difficulty of the route, an itinerary, and the accommodation along the trail. Get ready for hiking in the Dolomites, the Alta Via 1 awaits! The Dolomites are, since 2009 a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Thanks to their sublime, monumental, and colorful landscapes, these mountains feature some of the most stunning mountain landscapes in the World. If you are looking for a true Italian adventure, search no more. The Alta Via1 offers it's trekkers the quiet and majesty of the mountains combined with the Italian warmth and delicious cuisine.

The Stubai High Trail is perhaps the most beautiful hike in Austria. Discover this stunning path that circumvents the entire Stubai Valley. Complete the entire circuit or take it easy with the kids and do only three or four days. On the Stubai High Trail, you can stay in the friendliest huts you can find in the Austrian Alps. An unforgettable hiking vacation in Austria awaits you. Read our blog post, check out the stages, get information about the huts, weather, and difficulty, find a map, get tips from Michael Gstrein, and make the most of your time. The beauty of the Stubaier Höhenweg is that it doesn't have to be hiked all at once. It can, of course, be tackled in stages. The unique feature of the Stubaier Höhenweg is that there are ascent and descent options to and from each hut. With a good network of public buses, you can easily reach the ascents to the huts on the high-altitude trail. After the descent, you can effortlessly return to the starting point using public transportation. This makes the Stubaier Höhenweg suitable not only for mountain goats but also for families with young goats.

The Tour du Mont Blanc is one of the most famous trekking adventures available in Europe. When talking about mountain trekking, most people think about trekking in Nepal or climbing higher peaks like Mount Kilimanjaro. However, there are options to go trekking closer to home. In this article, we will provide you with all the information you need for this adventure, from the difficulty of the trails, the accommodation along the way, a recommended itinerary for self-guided Tour du Mont Blank hikes, the cost and more! Today we will introduce you to the majestic Mont Blanc, one of the most stunning massifs in Europe and a great adventure for those looking for some nature and fresh air. From stunning mountain views and snow-capped peaks to small and picturesque towns, this hike will leave you wanting more! Find out all you need to know about this European trekking adventure. Are you ready? Let's go!

France is more than just visiting the Eiffel Tower, walking along the Arc de Triomphe and eating baguettes. A walking holiday in France is an excellent way to get to know the country thoroughly. Hiking through vineyards, the most beautiful French hut tours in the Alps and Pyrenees and the pilgrim routes to the South. Sounds good, doesn't it? In this blog, we will inform you about France's most beautiful hiking routes, including a trail around Mont Blanc, hut-to-hut tours in the Pyrenees and the famous pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela in Spain, which can also be started in France. At Bookatrekking.com, we love hiking and when we are not going to Kilimanjaro or Nepal, we like to head out into Europe by ourselves. One of the many Steigs in Germany, endless Alpine pastures in Austria, the beautiful Dolomites or on a hut-to-hut hike in the Alps. If we go for the latter, we can't really avoid France. A hut tour in France is the absolute best so no wonder you will come across some of the best options in this blog. But there's more, as we also like to take you on the Camino Francés, the French way to Santiago de Compostela. Allez!

Croatia is found at the crossroads of Central and Southeast Europe, on the coast of the Adriatic Sea. Because of its varied climate and geography, the country has one of the richest biodiversity in Europe. From the Dinaric Alps in the south to over a thousand islands and islets, Croatia has plenty of different landscapes and trekking options to suit all tastes. If you want to discover Croatia in a whole different way, grab your hiking shoes and start packing. Croatia has some of the most beautiful islands and crystal clear beaches of the Adriatic Sea. Can you imagine a better wat to discover the marvels this country has to offer than walking holiday from one island to the next? Go trekking in Croatia and get to know their people, their culture, and their unique traditions. In this blog post, we focus on the three best options for your hiking holiday: on the Biokovo National Park near Makarska and the surrounding islands. As well as Istria, the beautiful peninsula in northwestern Croatia. We also take a look at the Plitvice Lakes. Croatia is part of the Western Balkans, together with Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Albania. Croatia is all about beautiful flora and fauna. The national parks may be the most famous nature reserves of the country, but even in the country's capital, Zagreb, visitors are surrounded by protected regional parks, forests and even a mountain. Both at the kiss and in the interior of Croatia you will find unspoiled nature. The Biokovo mountain range near Makarska is a popular destination for mountain hiking and combines well with the beautiful beaches on one of the many islands. Istria, the peninsula in north-western Croatia, also offers the opportunity to experience an unforgettable walking holiday.

There are currently more than 700 so-called multi-day hiking trails in the United Kingdom, of which the vast majority can be found in England. Some long distance walks are well marked, offer luggage transport and have plenty of accommodation options. However, other routes, in more remote parts of the country, require some navigational skills and walking experience. With so many routes to offer, it can be difficult to choose your route! But at Bookatrekking.com we are here to help you and we have put together our top 5 best multi-day hikes in the UK. What are you waiting for?

Wales has about 3 million residents and together with England, Ireland and Scotland, it forms the United Kingdom. Along the entire coastline, there is a hiking trail of more than 1000 KM! But there are also several other long-distance walks that allow you to explore the north and south of Wales. Take a walk in Wales and you'll find beautiful scenery around you at all times. Whether it's the coast, the mountains, the valleys, or the hills. In Wales, you'll often find well-marked national trails for some of the UK's most extraordinary walks. In this blog post, you can read all the tips about a wonderful walking holiday in Wales. Get out and about!

Scotland is a hikers' paradise! But which hiking trails in Scotland are the best and how should you include them in your itinerary? This blog is a guide to some of the best long-distance hiking holidays in Scotland. Everything you need to know about the best hikes in the Scottish Highlands, the islands, the central lowlands, and the Southern Uplands in the south of Scotland. Put on your hiking boots and let's go!

For such a small island, Ireland is a unique place when it comes to hiking. And yes, we are talking about both Ireland and Northern Ireland here. A walking holiday to Ireland and Northern Ireland is therefore a must-go for every hiking enthusiast. There are some 954 developed hiking trails across the two countries with vastly different landscapes. One day you can climb the hills around Belfast, the next you can walk along Cork's rugged coastline. As well as burning some calories, hiking is a great way to explore hidden parts of this beautiful country. All you need is a pair of sturdy shoes, a raincoat, some lightweight gear and you're good to go. Can't you decide where to start? Here are some tips to get you started, with walks suitable for beginners to advanced hikers and from multi-day hiking holidays to one-day hikes.

El Camino de Santiago, also known as The Way of Saint James in English, is one of the oldest pilgrimage routes in the world. Dive deep in the Mediterranean culture and walk through vineyards, dine in little bistros and meet like-minded pilgrims while walking el Camino de Santiago. A glass of Rioja is well deserved after a good day of trekking along the Camino de Santiago de Compostela. Find out about how long does it take to walk the Camino de Santiago, what is the best month to do it, the routes of the Camino, the food along the way, the distance, a map, and more! When walking the Camino de Santiago, there are several options to choose from in order to get to Santiago de Compostela. The French way is by far the most popular route, but, having said that, the Portuguese, English, and Finisterre way gained a great number of trekkers as well over the last few years. Below we will tell you about the different options, the costs of the trek, the best month to do it, and a lot more! Go for a 7-day trek to complete the last 100 km or go the long way and become a true pilgrim during the three-week trek. Vamos!

Once you got the tickets to Peru and you have already decided which trek you are going to choose to reach Machu Picchu, the next step is to find a place to stay in Cusco. It doesn't matter if you choose the classic of classics, the Inca Trail, or if you go for a less known route, like the Salkantay or the Lares trek. If you are going to Machu Picchu, you need to get to Cusco first. Spending at least one night in Cusco before your trek to Machu Picchu is paramount to prevent altitude sickness during your trek. Cusco is one of Peru's biggest cities and it has grown this much thanks, in part, to the tourism industry. Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas, attracts thousands of tourists every year. Regardless of your budget, Cusco has plenty of options to suit everybody. In this blog, we will share with you some of the recommendations for accommodation options provided by our local trekking partners.

Do you dream of standing on top of a summit higher than 6000 meters? This high-altitude ambition is more feasible than you may think! If you’re after the full experience, Mera Peak is your mountain. Standing tall at 6476 meters, this non-technical trekking peak is one of the easiest six-thousanders in Nepal. The big bonus is the views from the summit across the highest peaks in the Himalayas, including Mount Everest. Ready to go high? I’m Jan, trekking expert at Bookatrekking.com for Nepal. My mountain endeavors have taken me to high places such as the 7105 meter high Peak Korzhenevskaya in Tajikistan. I know what it takes to scale a mountain like Mera Peak and I’m happy to answer all your questions about the expedition to this beautiful mountain!

Hiking in Austria. A hiking holiday in Austria is a great way to relax and enjoy nature. In Austria, there is a wide range of hiking tours of three, four, five, or more days. Almost every federal state like Salzburg and Tyrol has hut tours for beginners and advanced hikers. A hut hike with a child? No problem. Get out of your comfort zone and hike from hut to hut in the Alps in Austria. In this article, you will find the best hiking trails and Hut to Hut tours in Austria together with all the information that you need to know to get ready for your Hiking Holiday in the Alps. Servus! Taking the night train to Innsbruck and starting a three-day family hike the next day? No problem. Apple strudel and beer at the Sulzenau Hütte in the Stubai Valley? We're in. Sweaty hands at the Friesenbergscharte in the Zillertal? Let's go! Step out of your comfort zone, go hiking in Austria, and trek from hut to hut in the Austrian Alps.

Ready for your Machu Picchu hike? Yes, you can do Machu Picchu tours without having to do the Inca Trail. The Lost City of the Incas is a dream destination for many, and a trip to Peru is not complete without a visit. Preparing Machu Picchu hiking tours entails a lot of things. Think of the height and altitude, weather, temperature, climate and the best time to go to Machu Picchu, climbing Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu. In this blog post, you will find everything about your Machu Picchu holiday a map and everything else that makes Machu Picchu Tours an unforgettable experience. Your Machu Picchu vacation and tours are not complete without a few highlights like the Sun Gate. And what about the rumors about Machu Picchu closing? We leave no stone unturned and prepare you for your Machu Picchu trip.  

Climbing Mount Kenya is something else. Yes, of course, you should climb Kilimanjaro but when you are looking for a more interesting piece of rock in Africa, you will sooner or later come across Mount Kenya. Mount Kenya offers outdoor enthusiasts and mountaineers different options to bag one of the three peaks on Mount Kenya. You can make it as difficult as you possibly want. In this blog post we will focus mainly on the easiest but not less exciting way of your Mount Kenya climb: By foot. Yes, you can go trekking on Mount Kenya. We spoke to Evans Mwangi, who has climbed Mount Kenya hundreds of times as a guide and a porter and share his insights and tips for this trek. Everyone can name the highest mountain in Africa but did you know that Mount Kenya is the second highest? With 5,199 meters Batian Peak is a bit higher than Nelion (5,1888m) and Point Lenana (4,985m). If you want to summit the first two peaks mentioned, you will need to gain some experience in traditional rock climbing. However, if you want to climb Point Lenana, you can just buy a decent pair of hiking shoes. You can get to the third highest peak on the second-highest mountain of Africa in only a few days of hiking. Evans Mwangi of Go To Mount Kenya has gone a few hundred times before you and these days he is sharing his expertise with trekkers from all over the world who want to trek to Point Lenana.

Do you want to climb Mount Meru? It doesn't matter whether you are climbing Mount Meru in preparation for big brother Kilimanjaro or you just want to tick the 5th highest peak of Africa of your list. Mount Meru in Tanzania is marvelous. Kilimanjaro is the popular guy in school but Mount Meru may well be way too cool for school. Mount Meru is a highly underrated mountain and if you want to climb a mountain in true African style, then you would be very happy climbing Mount Meru. In this blog post, we answer the most important questions for your Mount Meru climb. Also, we speak to Ërick who has climbed Meru a few times and gather some insights and tips from him When you climb Kilimanjaro, you are not going to see any large wildlife. This is something that people only realize when they are already on their way to the rainforest on the lower slopes of the Roof of Africa. There is no wildlife on or around Kilimanjaro. Sure, some monkeys and snakes, but you are not going to see giraffe, elephant or buffalo. That is a completely different story on Kili's little brother, Mount Meru. Your trek to Socialist Peak will be packed with wildlife. 

Kota Kinabalu is the highest peak in Borneo, an island in south-east Asia, shared by 3 countries: Malaysia, Brunei, and Indonesia. Mount Kinabalu is situated in Sabah, on the Malaysian side of the Island, and is the highest mountain in Malaysia. Climbing Mount Kinabalu is one of the biggest adventures you can embark on while visiting Malaysia! Mount Kinabalu is situated within the Kinabalu National Park, a World Heritage Site according to UNESCO. This area is among the most important biological sites in the world thanks to its rich and diverse flora and fauna, and is home to famous species such as the gigantic Rafflesia and orangutans. Climbing Mount Kinabalu is a unique experience, but it doesn't have to end at Low’s Peak. Once you reach the top, you can choose to do the Via Ferrata experience, in which you will be climbing on a vertical wall with the aid of a steel cable secured to the rock. Are you brave enough to Walk the Torq?

Walking on Crete? Absolutely! We all know someone who has been to Crete for an all-in beach holiday. Fighting for a beach chair and barely getting out of the hotel. A shame, because the Greek island has much more to offer than just sun, sea and beach holidays. Those who love it know that it is also known for its beautiful gorges such as the Samaria and Imbros Gorge, both stunning places where you can hike endlessly. Or how about the Lefa Okri, the White Mountains? Higher than 2000 metres and also great to combine with the quiet beaches of the South Coast. Curious? We would love to tell you more about hiking on this versatile island!Crete offers you the ultimate combination of a hiking and sun holiday in one. At Bookatrekking.com, we have designed a Crete Trail that takes you past the most beautiful highlights in southern Crete. The island is often crowded in the months of July an August, but luckily you can hike all year round. So take out those hiking boots and get ready for an unforgettable adventure on the cosy Greek island!

There are very few mountains with such an air of mythicism as Mount Olympus. The bulk of this impressive mountain massif towers high above the lower hills of northern Greece and it’s easy to see why the people in ancient Greece thought this was the realm from where the Greek Gods ruled their world. Nowadays Mount Olympus is paradise for hikers and mountaineers. A vast network of hiking trails lead to the highest summits in the country, including Mytikas with 2918 metres the highest point in Greece. And the great thing is that you don’t have to carry camping equipment to do a multi-day trek. Each night you can stay in one of the cosy mountain huts, located in old-grown pine forests and on high-alpine mountain ridges. Opa! Instead of going straight for the summit of Mount Olympus, you can hike a beautiful circular route from hut to hut. It’s the perfect way to take in the variety of landscapes and meet like-minded trekkers along the route. The trail itself is not very technical, unless you plan to climb Mytikas, which is an exposed scramble to the summit. In this blogpost we’ll tell you all about trekking on this legendary mountain. Are you keen to climb Mount Olympus? Check our guided and self-guided options here!

The roof of Slovenia and a guaranteed challenge, that's Mount Triglav (2864m)! The highest peak in the Julian Alps is Slovenia's national pride and a must for adventure-seekers. You reach the summit in just two days, stay overnight in mountain huts and finally get the chance to take out your via Ferrata equipment. That’s right, Mount Triglav is a mountain peak where you climb to the top! At least for the last 400m to the summit. Once at the top, your climbing gear can be taken off for a while and you can look for the best spot to capture the Aljaž Tower. Going for an adventure full of challenges and traditions? Then opt for a trek to Mount Triglav. Mount Triglav, a mythical mountain that actually has three peaks, is Slovenia's national symbol and is even displayed on its flag. The literal translation of Triglav is Three Heads, which explains it all! The climb to Mount Triglav is well known to us, since our colleague lived in Ljubljana (Slovenia's capital) for a while and knows what it feels like to reach the top. 'This mountain has everything you are looking for and even offers what you are not looking for. After reading this blog, you'll know if this Slovenian gem is your match.

The best way to explore authentic Greece is on foot. While most holidaymakers spend their time on the golden beaches of the Greek archipelago, keen walkers will find the backcountry a true hiking paradise. Greece offers walking holidays for each taste and ability. Whether you prefer wandering along deserted beaches, exploring some of the deepest gorges in Europe or doing a rugged trek to the highest mountain in the country, Greece has it all!To most, Greece is not the first country that springs to mind when thinking about a walking holiday. Well, think again! There are few countries in Europe with such a variety in landscapes as Greece. Are you up for an epic, high altitude adventure staying in mountain huts along the way? Then climbing the highest mountain in Greece, Mount Olympus, may be what you’re looking for. Or do you fancy a full island traverse along golden beaches and quaint Greek villages? Then the Corfu Trail could be your perfect walking holiday. Do you want to take it easy? Hiking the Menalon Trail is a great way to soak up the slow pace of life of the Greek countryside. The great thing is, you can walk in Greece throughout the year although the best time to go is spring and autumn. We put together 5 of our favourite walking holidays in Greece in this blogpost. Who’s joining us?

The W Trek in Torres del Paine is by far the most famous trek in Patagonia. The W stands for the shape of the route if you look at it from a bird’s eye perspective. There are many options if you want to conquer this massif. Although the W trek is the shortest, it includes the most beautiful highlights of the Torres del Paine National Park. In this blogpost, we will tell you all that you need to know about the refugios on the W-trek, the map, the itinerary, and more!

The Forbidden Kingdom of Upper Mustang has sparked the imagination of many trekkers around the world. And it’s easy to see why! This wonderland of bizarre rock formations, spiky glaciated peaks and Buddhist culture is a trekking heaven. Upper Mustang is a high altitude desert that is part of the Tibetan plateau. The trek leads to the mythical walled city of Lo Manthang and is a true off the beaten track experience. My name is Jan and I’m the trekking expert at Bookatrekking.com for Nepal. I think there is something very special about trekking on high altitude plateaus. I have trekked in the Indian Himalayas of Ladakh and the Bolivian Altiplano. The striking contrast between the barren, desolate plains and the snow-capped peaks is truly amazing. In combination with the rich culture I can safely say that the Upper Mustang trek is one of our most beautiful trekking journeys in Nepal.

Curious what the Annapurna Circuit was like 30 years ago? Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp and go back in time on the path less traveled. The route winds through lush, old-grown rhododendron forest and past Gurung mountain villages that are frozen in time. The cherry on the cake is visiting Mardi Himal Base Camp and seeing the stunning mountain Machapuchare from up close. At Bookatrekking.com the Mardi Himal trek is one of our favorites. We love the fact that the hike is relatively unknown and has kept its true identity. Get in touch with our Nepal Trekking Expert to learn how we can make this special mountain journey happen for you.

The Manaslu Circuit is a classic trek hidden in plain sight. Wedged between the Annapurnas and the Ganesh Himal, this stunning route is often overshadowed by its more famous neighbor Annapurna Circuit. It’s a journey back in time, passing through Tibetan style villages on ancient trails that were once used as a salt-trading route with Tibet. Combine this with towering glaciated peaks that reach over 8000 meters and you’ve got yourself a world class trekking experience. The Manaslu Circuit is a restricted area and it requires multiple permits to be allowed. Hence this valley is not overrun by hordes of trekkers and has kept its cultural identity. At Bookatrekking.com we help a dozen hikers per year to hike this special, secluded route. Keen to see it for yourself? Get in touch with our Trekking Expert!

Montenegro is a coastal country in Southeast Europe, on the Adriatic Sea, and is one of the many countries that make up the Balkan Peninsula. This small but fascinating country has some of Europe's most rugged terrain, with peaks higher than 2500 meters above sea level, a dream for any trekking lover. Trekking in Montenegro is an excellent way to enjoy its spectacular landscapes, its blue lakes, and get to know its friendly people! Thanks to its diverse landscape, climate, and soil, this country has the highest biological diversity in Europe. Go trekking in Durmitor National Park, discover its flora and fauna, relax at the Black Lake, and conquer the highest peak in Montenegro, Bobotov Kuk. If you are visiting Montenegro, don't miss the opportunity to go hiking on its breathtaking mountains!

You want to do the Lares Trek in Peru. Why else would you be here? You’ve done all the research about the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu. You’ve found out the permit situation is real or you just know that the Lares Trek is better than all the other treks to Machu Picchu. Good on you! You are right. The Lares Trail will deliver. Nature, history, the altitude, remoteness, no crowds and the beautiful Quechua culture on and next to the trails. Are you hearing Machu Picchu calling? Choose the Lares Trek. Most people end up choosing the Lares Trek because they started researching their dream destination Machu Picchu, ended up at the Classic Inca Trail and then found out there are no more permits available for their dream dates. If Machu Picchu is the goal and you realize the Incas built trails all over the place, you will understand that the alternative Inca Trails are maybe not so alternative at all. They served a purpose, just as that famous Inca Trail did.See what we did there? It doesn’t really matter which trek to Machu Picchu you choose. But what does matter, is that if you have to compare all the treks, the Lares Trek will likely become your favorite.

There are not many places in the world where you can find such a rich combination of nature, culture, and history. If you go trekking in Georgia, you will find yourself on some of the most unspoiled hiking trails of Europa and you are likely to experience the hospitality and beauty of the highest permanently inhabited village of Europe: Ushguli. If you are ready to do something different this year and want to go explore the Caucasus, your journey starts right here. Below we will share with you the best hiking trails in Georgia so you can start planning your Georgia trekking adventure in the Caucasus!

If Patagonia is not one your trekking bucket list, you may have missed the pictures of turquoise lakes, snow-powdered peaks, and the most dramatic glaciers. Indeed, when talking about trekking in Patagonia, we are not referring to a famous clothing brand. Patagonia is an area the size of almost 1 million (!) square kilometers shared by Argentina and Chile. It’s massive so where do you start? Your trekking in Patagonia starts right here.

Looking to do an Inca Trail booking for the next season? Permits for the Inca Trail sell out like hotcakes and if you want to reach Machu Picchu, you better start planning your travels to Peru. Continue reading and find out about the best season for Inca Trail trekking, the cost and prices, distance, height, altitude sickness, travel insurance, packing lists and of course Inca Trail permits. Vamos! We at Bookatrekking.com help hundreds of adventurers every year to book their Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Arranging permits, choosing the right trekking operator, the route and much more you can safely leave to us. In this blog post we share the best tips and experiences of us, our partners and customers who preceded you. Are you ready for the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu? Vamos!

The Salkantay Trek is for the purists, for those who know that there is more than the Classic Inca Trail or the Short Inca Trail. If you are going Salkantay trekking then you know that the Incas created more beautiful trails and there are more ways to get to Machu Picchu. The Salkantay trail is not for the faint-hearted. You need to have some of that Salkantay courage flowing through your veins. Crossing the Salkantay Pass with its high altitude isn't that easy. Do you think you are Salkantay enough? In this blog post, we show you how to get to Machu Picchu via the coolest way. Let’s go! You either came to read this blog post because you already know that the Salkantay Trek is the most beautiful trek in the Cusco region, or you are exploring options after you have found out that there are no more permits for the Classic Inca Trail. Either way, you have come to the right place.

For years a Rinjani trekking has been a popular outing for backpackers who want to sweat out some of the party liquids they have been enjoying elsewhere in South East Asia. Trekking on the second highest volcano in Indonesia has been on the bucket lists of plenty of backpackers and visitors to Indonesia. Mount Rinjani, in Indonesian known as Gunung Rinjani, is an active volcano on the island of Lombok in Indonesia.

Sore knees, a smile, the view from the top. As trekking experts we visited our partners in Morocco and there we couldn't let a climb of the highest mountain of North Africa go by. Here are our best tips for climbing Mount Toubkal!

Namaste, welcome to Nepal! It’s a dream destination for many hikers around the globe. This former mountain kingdom sparks the imagination with literally the biggest mountains on Earth, its vibrant culture and trails that wind their way into the seemingly impenetrable Himalayas. Over the past four decades, Nepal has developed massively as the world’s prime trekking with exciting routes for all levels stretching from the Far West of the country to the bulk of Kangchenjunga in the east. In this blogpost we share our knowledge about the best routes, what to expect and how to get organized for your trekking adventure in Nepal. Are you ready to explore the roof of the world on foot?

Are you thinking of trekking in Morocco? Well, why wouldn’t you? Morocco is a varied and rich country. This country is famous for its culture, its people, its food, and most important to us: its geography. From the Atlas mountains to the Sahara desert, Morocco has the most contrasting of landscapes, which will dazzle any trekking lover. Trekking in the Atlas Mountains can be a bit confusing at first because of all the different options and possible combinations, but no need to worry, in this article I will clear things up a bit. To begin with, let's talk for a bit about this famous mountain range: The Atlas. The Atlas mountains are found in northeastern Africa and are 2,400 km / 1,491 mi long. This huge massif cuts across 3 countries, but its highest peak, Mount Toubkal, is in Morocco. So, there we have our first trekking option: climbing Mount Toubkal. But let's not get ahead of ourselves. Another thing you need to know about this region before we get to the trekking part is that it is inhabited by the Berbers, an indigenous ethnic group from northern Africa. The Berbers still live in traditional villages scattered across the Atlas Mountains, where their traditions and way of living still prevail. Now that you know some basic facts about Morocco, its geography and people, let’s talk about what got us to Morocco in the first place: trekking.

So you want to climb Kilimanjaro? That’s fantastic. Can we join? Over the last few years, we have helped thousands of climbers to reach the Roof of Africa. Solo, in a group, accelerated, in a properly acclimatised way - we have helped them all. Did we hike Kilimanjaro ourselves as well? Of course, we did. My Bookatrekking.com colleague Rintsje and I, Sierd, made it to Uhuru Peak in August 2022. Watch our video, keep reading and let us answer your most critical questions. Twende! Twende is Swahili for Let’s Go. You need a solid dose of determination if you want to make it to Uhuru Peak at 5,895 meters (19,340 feet). First, you need Twende, secondly, you need to apply a bit of Pole Pole, Swahili for Take It Easy. If you want to go and if you will take it easy, you will climb Kilimanjaro and, just like us, you too will make it to the summit. Believe us. Let’s watch:

If you are looking to go trekking in Peru or if you want to tackle the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu you are bound to end up in Cusco, the Peruvian center of trekking. From Cusco, you don’t only have access to doing the Classic Inca Trail, the Short Inca Trail, but also classics like the greater Salkantay Trek, the Lares Trek, and even Rainbow Mountain is around the corner. Cool, so Cusco is the trekking Mecca of Peru, but how do you get there? We get this question a lot and we want to help you on your way to find your next bucket list experience in Peru. ¡Vamos! On the Plaza de Armas in Cusco, you can see a big rainbow flag welcoming visitors. No, this flag is not there to make a stand for LGBTQ rights. It is, in fact, that flag of the city of Cusco. The flag has been in use since the late 70s and Cusqueños, the inhabitants of Cusco, are very proud of it. Indigenous populations make up about 40% of the Peruvian population and although they have had and are having a hard time in Peru, this flag constantly reminds the city and its inhabitants that solidarity and identity will prevail. There is, however, more to it. It is said that the same or a similar flag has been used by the Inca empire and although historians have disputed this, it is a widely respected symbol of Cusco and the Andean Region.

If you are looking to climb Mount Toubkal, your starting base will likely be the bustling city of Marrakech. Your tickets are booked, your beach holiday on the coast is taken care of and you have broken in your hiking boots. All you are looking for is where to stay in Marrakech. It is a question we get very often and along with the help of our partners in Morocco, we are here to point you the way.This 1000-year old city is located on the foothills of the Atlas Mountains and from here our partners offer trekking and climbing expeditions to Jebel Toubkal, the highest peak of the Atlas. Marrakech is the fourth largest city in the country, after Casablanca, Fez, and Tangier. The city is home to a lot of buildings constructed in sandstone and is therefore known as the Red City, after the color of these sandstone buildings. The city grew fast and is a cultural, religious and trading hub for the entire Maghreb. In the medina quarter, you can find the Jemaa el-Fnaa, one of the busiest market squares in Africa. Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) is the international airport serving Marrakech and this side of the Atlas Mountains. The airport is about 8 kilometers from the city center. If you are looking at climbing Toubkal, you either already have booked accommodation in Marrakech or you are still wondering where to stay. We get these questions a lot and together with our partners, we would like to help you out and send you in the right direction. As our partners are local and know everything about this beautiful city, we have asked them for their advice about the local riads. Are you ready to discover Marrakech? Let’s go!

Sapa Trekking? A visit to Vietnam is not complete without a stop in the beautiful Sapa (Sa Pa) district of the Lao Cai Province. Sapa is home to the 3,143 meters high Mount Fansipan, dubbed the roof of Indochina, and the valleys invite you to go trekking through the endless ricefields Sapa is known for. In this blog post we discuss everything you need to know about your Sapa trek and climbing Fansipan. Get answers to questions like how long, what to wear, and very important, what about the weather Sapa, actually Sa Pa, is the capital of the district of the same name in Vietnam's north-western border province of Lao Cai. It is an important market town in this area, with significance for the Hmong, Red Dao and Tay mountain tribes living in the area. The region is home to about 38,000 inhabitants who, before the 90s, predominantly made a living from agriculture. In the 90s, however, more and more (local) tourists came to visit the area, paving the way for a vibrant tourism industry today. The area attracts a lot of people who are spicing up their Vietnam travels by going trekking through the ricefields. Organized trekkings in a group are the standard in the Sapa Region. Because trekking in Sapa doesn’t require a lot of experience, anyone will be able to join. If you want to beef it up a bit, you should consider doing the trek to on Fansipan Mountain. At 3.134 meters, Mount Fansipan is the highest peak in Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam combined. This is why Fansipan is dubbed the “The Roof of Indochina”.

The Classic Inca Trail and the Royal Inca Trail both like to play hard to get. It doesn’t matter how soon you make up your mind and book one of these two beautiful treks, you are always prone to missing out on the last permits. You don’t want to think about alternatives, because you have been wanting to do the Inca Trail for years. Why would you settle for an alternative, if you can do the real deal? Good question. What if we told you, that the Inca Trail alternatives are actually better than the real deal? Ever since 2002, the Peruvian government has had a strict permit system for the famous Inca Trail. The classic path to Machu Picchu became overrun and some structure was needed. The permit system helps to keep the trail clean and allows everyone to have a genuine Inca Trail experience. It can be very disappointing when the permits for your preferred travel dates have run out. This either means that you have to try your luck for other dates or postpone your plans (another) year. You would do that because you are looking for a genuine, authentic Inca Trail experience. Right?Hold on there. Genuine and authentic. The Inca Trail system, Qhapaq Ñan, as a whole has an accumulated length of 40.000 km. Surely there is something more genuine and authentic than a trek that attracts thousands and thousands of people per annum? Of course, there is. In fact, there are some Inca Trail alternatives in Peru that are much, much better than the Classic Inca Trail and the Royal Inca Trail. Here they are:

When planning your trekking in Nepal, whether it be the Annapurna or the Everest Region, you are likely to touch ground in Kathmandu first and last. Whether you seek comfort or the most affordable option, in Kathmandu you can always find something that suits your needs. Kathmandu is the gateway for trekking in Nepal and most places know how to cater for trekkers. This means that you can, for example, leave excess luggage behind until after your trek.

Imagine a few thousand people queueing up on theInca Trail. Every little natural obstacle becomes a traffic jam, the whole trail is littered and there is zero space for personal hygiene. Got it? That sums up the situation on the Inca Trail before the Peruvian government jumped in. In the year 2002, the Peruvian government introduced a permit system for the famous Inca Trail. It was a turning point for the popular route to Machu Picchu, the famed Lost City of the Incas. The situation on the UNESCO World Heritage site was asking for hard measures. From then on the maximum number of people on the Inca Trail is 500 per day. Besides that, there is also a cap on the number of visitors for Machu Picchu: 2500.

You want to do the W-Trek or the O-Trek in Torres del Paine National Park, but the whole transport situation seems a bit overwhelming. Is it though? We get a lot of similar questions about flights, buses, and catamarans and therefore decided to wrap it all together in a blog post. Vamos!

How do you get fit for trekking adventures in Patagonia? It is a question we and our operators often get. You have done your research, watched some videos, and seen tons of photos, but that still doesn’t give you an idea of the intensity of a normal day out on the trails to for example the O-Trek or the W-Trek. How fit do I need to be for trekking? Will the altitude affect your physical fitness? Do I have to follow a training plan? Let us help you get ready for your trekking adventure in Patagonia.

If you are looking for a quieter and wilder route for climbing Kilimanjaro, the Rongai Route is it. This pristine route ascends Mount Kilimanjaro from the Kenyan side of the mountain, sees less traffic and, a deciding factor for many, less rain. Every year Bookatrekking.com's Team Kili helps hundreds of people to reach Uhuru Peak. The Rongai Route is for those who want to climb Kilimanjaro during the wet season and for those who are looking for a wilder experience. Let us tell you more about Kilimanjaro wildest route!

Do you want to make the absolute most of your time when climbing Kilimanjaro? The Northern Circuit Route will take you on a grand tour of the Roof of Africa – more hiking, more scenery, trails less hiked, away from the crowds, and, most importantly, fantastic success rates. This is hakuna matata! With Team Kili we have helped hundreds of aspirant Kilimanjaro climbers reach Uhuru Peak. Everyone has the same goal but it takes someone special to land on a blog post about the most beautiful route on Kilimanjaro. We are very excited to tell you more about it. Why? Because when we climbed Kilimanjaro, I, Sierd, secretly wanted to do this route instead of the Machame. Let's go!

If you are looking for a more comfortable route for climbing Kilimanjaro, the Marangu Route is it.If camping is not your game, the Marangu Route is it. If you don't have a lot of time, the Marangu Route is also it. If you're looking for something more affordable, the Marangu Route is it again. Let's have a closer look at one of the most original routes on Kilimanjaro. Every year Bookatrekking.com's Team Kili helps hundreds of people to reach Uhuru Peak. Although the Marangu Route has had more popular days, we still greet a lot of people who choose the route with the huts. And why not? Although the Marangu doesn't get all the love anymore, it is the first route on Kilimanjaro and therefore an absolute classic.

Karibu! The Machame Route, also known as the Whisky Route, is our absolute favourite route for climbing Kilimanjaro. Do you want to know why? In August 2022, my Bookatrekking.com colleague Rintsje and I used this exact route to make it to Uhuru Peak. We still regularly think of highlights like the Shira Plateau, the Lava Tower, the Barranco Wall, and Barafu Camp. In this blog post we do our show and tell. All the action at the park gate, the little cheeky monkeys in the forest, the early excitement at Machame Camp, the altitude that’s kicking in, and of course Uhuru Peak vibes. I wish we could go back. And we sometimes do, when we watch the below video with the team, with Team Kili. Let’s go!

Karibu! The Lemosho Route, Kilimanjaro's freshest climbing option. As you may know by now, the Machame Route is our favourite option. But that's not because we don't like the Lemosho Route. When you're looking at climbing Kilimanjaro there is plenty of reason to choose to ascend from the Lemosho side. Besides, there are a lot of similarities with the Machame Route. In August 2022, my Bookatrekking.com colleague Rintsje and I climbed Kilimanjaro via the Machame Route. Most of the Lemosho Route is the same, with highlights like the Shira Plateau, the Lava Tower, the Barranco Wall, and Barafu Camp. The Lemosho Route is just a little bit more fresh. Curious why that is the case? We'll tell you all about after the video. Let’s go!

How do you get fit for trekking adventures in Nepal? It is a question we and our operators often get. You have done your research, watched some videos and seen tons of photos, but that still doesn’t give you an idea of the intensity of a normal day out on the trails to for example Annapurna or Everest Base Camp. How fit do I need to be for trekking? Will the altitude affect your physical fitness? Do I have to follow a training plan? Let us help you get ready for your trekking adventure in Nepal! If you live anywhere else other than the Himalayas, it will be hard to get your legs ready for higher altitudes. After all, it doesn’t get much higher than Nepal. This is why we have to be clear upfront: Unless you have hiked at a higher altitude before, it will be difficult to get a 100% ready for your adventure. If that sounds bad to you, then comfort yourself with the fact that there is absolutely no need to be 100% ready. You are not climbing K2 or Mount Everest and you are not running a mountain race. You are trekking. You are actually supposed to take it easy. Taking it easy is a rule of thumb when you want to prevent altitude sickness while out in Nepal. It doesn’t matter how fit you are, once you are out there on the trails, you have to stick to your own pace. But of course, the fitter you are, the more you can enjoy your days. So, let’s get fit!

Acute Mountain Sickness, or AMS, is a big health hazard when you are going trekking at high altitude. It's an indiscriminate condition that can strike anyone, whether you're Reinhold Messner or an occasional hiker. Age, experience, gender and even fitness do not determine whether you're going to get altitude sickness or not. At Bookatrekking.com we offer a variety of treks and climbs at high altitude. If you're planning a trek to Everest Base Camp in Nepal, Kilimanjaro in Tanzania or even climb the 6088 meter high Huayna Potosi in Bolivia it's essential you learn about AMS. Our Trekking Expert for Asia, Jan, has considerable altitude experience having climbed a 7105 meter high mountain in Tajikistan. He delves deeper into what AMS is, how to prevent it and what to do when someone shows symptoms of altitude sickness.

The best time for trekking in Nepal? In the Himalayas, the mountains dictate the weather. Although precise forecasts are hard to make as giants like Mount Everest, Manaslu, Lhotse, and Annapurna create their own weather patterns, there are distinct seasons that are preferable for trekking. Trekking in Nepal can be done throughout the year, depending what you’re looking for in an adventure like this. In this blog post, we will explain more about the the best time to go to Nepal for a trekking trip. Just like in many corners of the non-tropical world, there are four distinct seasons in Nepal. Winter, Spring, Summer, and Autumn all have their own characteristics and charm. Because of that, there is no definitive answer when the question about the best trekking season rises. However, the seasons can help you determine your preferred month to plan your visit to Nepal.

What to wear in Nepal? Equipment can make or break your trekking journey. This applies to a day hike up a volcano in Uganda as well as an 18-day trekking expedition in the Everest region. The big difference is that if you don’t have the right equipment for a big trek you may be very uncomfortable for a number of days or in the worst case cut your adventure short. Based on our years of experience, we created the ultimate Nepal packing list for your next trek. Most of the treks in Nepal involve huge differences in elevation. Some of these start as low as 800 meters above sea level in a hot, sub-tropical climate and reach a maximum elevation of over 5000 meters where it’s well below freezing level. Staying comfortable and safe in both climate zones depends on the choice of your trekking equipment. Terrain is another key factor to consider what you pack in your bag. Some treks in Nepal have well-trodden, snow-free trails throughout whereas a trek like Everest Base Camp Three High Passes involves rough paths that are often plastered with a layer of snow. A packing list is never definite, but in this blog we advise you what to bring based on our personal multi-day trekking experience in Nepal.

Trekking in Nepal is so much more than huge glaciated mountains and endless rhododendron forests. The Nepali Himalayas is inhabited by a number of ethnic groups of people such as the Sherpa and Tamang. Settlements can be found in the most remote corners of this enormous mountain range. And what better way to experience the rich mountain culture than to stay with the people who live along your trekking route! With the influx of tourists more local businesses converted their “tea house” into guest houses to meet the increasing demand for lodging. These days the accommodation of the most popular trekking routes are fully covered by tea houses, making the need to camp obsolete. At Bookatrekking.com we take care of securing the best tea houses available on your trek. In this blog post we share what Nepalese tea houses are and what it’s like to stay at them from our own experience. Join us on one of our Nepal tea house treks!