8 Hiking & Trekking Tours Worth Flying For

1.Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave – Deluxe To Luxury

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 884 reviews · from $38Our pick

Spend 12 to 14 hours traveling from Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Halong Bay by air-conditioned bus and deluxe boat. Cruise among limestone islands, eat Vietnamese dishes onboard, visit Sung Sot Cave, hike 420 steps on Titop Island, and choose kayaking or a bamboo boat ride. Guides such as Sam and Hercules are noted for friendly, well-organized service.

“Amazing guide, really good quality cruise, great food, everything bang on. Great value for money, super clean and lovely staff.”

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2.Sunset Camel Trekking with Falcon Show & VIP BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 466 reviews · from $70

Spend about six hours exploring Dubai’s desert by camel, watching the sunset with Arabic coffee and dates, and dining beside the stage at a Bedouin-style camp. Hotel pickup, a 45-minute camel ride, soft drinks, BBQ dinner, henna, and traditional entertainment are included. Falcon arrangements should be confirmed before booking.

“🐫ride, falcon and dance were excellent. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the tour with super fun. We would like to thank driver & guide Nasir for his job well done for taking care of us throughout the journey.”

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3.Montserrat Hiking Experience & Monastery Premium Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Travel from Passeig de Gràcia in a minivan limited to eight people, visit Montserrat’s monastery with a guide such as Ramon, Christian, or Bernard, then hike 5.5 kilometers on rocky trails. You’ll need proper shoes, snacks, and moderate fitness.

“The hike was more challenging than expected. Gorgeous views! Had a wonderful time! Would highly recommend.”

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4.Tongariro Alpine Crossing: Premium Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 189 reviews · 9 hours · from $254

Walk the Tongariro Alpine Crossing with an English-speaking guide, from Adrift Tongariro’s National Park base. Expect volcanic craters, Red Crater, Emerald Lakes, Blue Lake, native bush, and changing mountain weather. Guides such as Stu, Hiro, Kayla, Ty, and Kenny have helped hikers manage tough conditions.

“the staff wonderful people, friendly and enthusiastic from the beginning to the end of the tour”

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5.7 Days Luxury Desert Tour From Casablanca to Marrakech via fez -Camel trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · from $1,395

Travel privately from Casablanca to Marrakech with stops in Chefchaouen, Fez, Ifrane, the Middle Atlas, Merzouga, Todra Gorge, Ouarzazate, and Ait Ben Haddou. You will ride camels to a luxury Sahara camp, stay six nights in riads, and travel with a private driver-guide.

“We were very lucky to be assigned with Aziz and had a great couple of days exploring the beautiful country with him.. He was always prompt, helpful and accommodating throughout the tour and his great sense of humour and wittyness makeRead more”

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6.From Hanoi: 2-Day Luxury Sapa Trekking Tour with Homestay

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 49 reviews · from $110

Join guides such as Zem, Sou, or Mao Co for two days among Sapa’s rice terraces and H’mong and Red Dao villages. You’ll hike to Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai, cook spring rolls, sleep in a private homestay room, and ride a VIP cabin bus from Hanoi.

“The tour guide Sou was exceptional and helpful, and managed to make the trekking tour enjoyable despite the physical effort and the sun. Breathtaking landscapes.”

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7.Premium wine hike Stuttgart with games and winemaker’s snack

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 26 reviews · 3 hours

You’ll walk through Stuttgart’s wine country with guide Felix or another English- or German-speaking host, tasting five regional wines at game stations with views over the city. Water, snacks, vegan food, and non-alcoholic drinks are available by request. The route is private, wheelchair accessible, and suitable for every fitness level.

“Felix was an amazing guide! Excellent knowledge about wine and the area. Games were fun, very good selection of wine and over all just a good time. He made sure we had enough water and shade as well. Thank you Felix! Would recommend!”

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8.Mutianyu Great Wall 5-KM Guided Hike with Uphill Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 16 reviews · 8 hours · from $54

Meet guides such as Taka or CiCi at Dongzhimen for a direct bus to Mutianyu. Ride the cable car uphill, hike toward Tower 20, and explore quieter unrestored wall sections before returning for optional buffet lunch and transport to Beijing.

“Today we had an unforgettable day with our guide Taka. He was kind and attentive, leading us along the "secret" path, unknown to tourists, giving us a truly unique adventure on the Great Wall of China. There is a extra cost of 150rmb, which includes the cable car and ticket for the secret section. Lunch was included—a varied and very good buffet—along with a bottle of water. Round-trip transportation was also covered. Top-notch day. Unforgettable. Thank you, Taka!”

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