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The world is full of captivating hikes that immerse you in culture, nature, and some of the most majestic landscapes on the planet just waiting to be explored in the most authentic way possible - on foot! That's why we have curated these hiking tours and cruises that visit natural and man-made wonders of the world, including the Great Wall of China, trekking tours through the tropical jungles of the South Pacific, hikes that take you through the verdant rolling Rhine and Danube River valleys of Europe, safari treks across the African savanna, and classic excursions through Machu Picchu, and the Andes of South America, among many other top hiking destinations. Let us know when you're ready to start planning your hiking adventure!

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10 Best Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Treks for 2025-2026

Trip NameFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
Andean Multisport with Machu Picchu$29609Feb 15, 2025Perfect for the active adventurer, this tour takes you through the Sacred Valley of the Inca from Cusco to Machu Picchu. You'll bike, raft, and hike …
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Short Inca Trail Hike To Machu Picchu$22777Feb 15, 2025This 7-day trip culminates in a one day hike on the Inca Trail arriving to Machu Picchu with a full day and a half to explore the ruins. Explore the …
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Classic Inca Trail$295210Feb 25, 2025Follow in the footsteps of the Inca on this classic 10-day Inca Trail Trek. Acclimatize for three days as you explore Inca ruins and bargain at busy …
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Sacred Valley & Lake Titicaca Multisport$498712Feb 15, 2025This active 12-day tour through Peru blends exhilarating multi-sport adventures like whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking, trekking, and mountain …
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Cordillera Blanca Trek$272610Oct 28, 2025On this tour we trek high into the Andes, the world's second largest mountain range. Spend a few free days in Huaraz before setting out on a 5 day …
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Inca Trail Express$19395Mar 1, 2025This 5-day trip spends 4 days hiking the Inca Trail then visits Machu Picchu for a full day exploring the ruins. Hike with expert guides and enjoy …
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Luxury Inca Trail$781510Mar 1, 2025Hike the Inca Trail in style and comfort. This 10-day Inca Trail trek & exploration of Andean Peru is combined with an upscale camping experience …
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Inca Pathways$313913Feb 22, 2025This two-week trek explores the ancient and revered pathway known as the Inca Trail through the Sacred Valley of the Inca. Spend 4 days hiking the …
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Classic Salkantay Trek$29609Feb 15, 2025This tour is a great alternative to the popular Inca Trail if you want to experience a different route that ends at Machu Picchu. Enjoy the …
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Tambopata Research Center$14255Feb 15, 2025Explore the Amazon rainforest on this 5-day tour from Puerto Maldonado. Hike on the floodplain trails, search for frogs at night, and look for the …
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Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Hike Travel Guide

On Foot - Hiking the Inca Trail

One of the world's premier treks, the high-altitude Inca Trail to Machu Picchu reaches nearly 14,000 feet of hiking over four days before culminating at the glorious ruins of Machu Picchu. All travelers must acclimatize before starting the trek, and all our trekking packages except the 5-Day Inca Trail express and the Short Inca Trail include acclimatization days in Cusco and the Sacred Valley.

New for 2019, the 7-Day Short Inca Trail hikes 1-day on the Inca Trail (no permit required) and arrives at the same Gate of the Sun at Machu Picchu.

For full-length Inca Trail hikes, reservations must be made well in advance, preferably in October or November the year BEFORE you travel. Top Inca Trail treks include:Create your own custom Inca Trail package.

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Top 10 Patagonia Treks for 2025-2026

Trip NameFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
Patagonia Wildlife Safari$17185Feb 15, 2025On this tour of Chile's Southern Patagonia region experience penguins, guanacos, Darwin's Rheas, Andean foxes, and more as you hike or even bike …
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Ultimate Patagonia Trekking$724114Feb 15, 2025A complete hiking and trekking adventure that combines the best of both Argentine and Chilean Patagonia travel! This two-week journey pairs our …
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Patagonia Camp - Torres del Paine$20704-8Feb 15, 2025Patagonia Camp is located on the shores of enormous Lake Toro and facing the Paine Massif, only 15 km from the Torres Del Paine Park’s …
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Classic W Trek$20738Feb 16, 2025Experience the world's ultimate hiking adventure trekking the W Trek in Torres del Paine, Chile. 6 of the 8 days are spent trekking the Paso Los …
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Hotel Las Torres - Torres del Paine$29204-8Feb 15, 2025Located near the base of the towers that give Torres del Paine its name, this hotel offers a range of activities. Enjoy trekking, light hiking, or …
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Awasi Patagonia$41404-7Feb 15, 2025Discover the Torres del Paine National Park with luxury accommodations and unique excursions. Enjoy a 7-day relaxing stay at Awasi Patagonia while …
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Fjords of Tierra del Fuego: Punta Arenas to Ushuaia$23755Feb 16, 2025Sail for remote and beautiful corners of the world on this 5-day itinerary on the MV Stella Australis through southern Patagonia. Begin in Punta …
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Patagonian Explorer: Ushuaia to Punta Arenas$23755Feb 20, 2025A five-day trek between Ushuaia and Punta Arenas across some of the most breathtaking scenery and remote places on the planet will take you across …
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Dientes Circuit Trek$25136Feb 15, 2025Experience what some call "the best trek in Patagonia" on this nature-lovers' trek! Spend six days hiking to the Dientes de Navarino massif along …
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Patagonia Hiking Express$41339Feb 15, 2025Enjoy an adventurous 9-day Patagonia Express hiking and trekking trip exploring Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, Perito Moreno Glacier, El …
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10 Best North America Hiking Trips for 2025-2026

Trip NameFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
Gems of West Greenland: Fjords, Icebergs and Culture$1099512Aug 17, 2025Experience the breathtaking scenery of West Greenland on this 12-day expedition cruise roundtrip to Reykjavik aboard Ultramarine, delving into its …
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Wild Landscapes of West Greenland$2169515Aug 15, 2025Join the 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle, beginning in Nuuk, Greenland's northern capital. Beyond Nuuk, sparse settlements line the …
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Arctic Discovery$137939Jul 29, 2025Discover the hidden gem of Hudson Bay in Northern Manitoba, Canada, and stay in a remote luxury eco-lodge on a 9-day Arctic Discovery safari. …
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Last Frontier Adventure$50958May 23, 2025Chichagof Dream's 8-day Last Frontier Adventure offers more time in the woods and a higher level of adventure. On this journey, visit Baranof Island, …
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Northern Passages & Glacier Bay$49008Apr 26, 2025Set sail aboard the SafarI Endeavour from Juneau to Sitka, Alaska, on an 8-day voyage to the Glacier Bay National Park, Chichagof Island, and Peril …
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Inside Passage & Glacier Bay Wilderness Cruise$570013Sep 3, 2025Thirteen days take you through the Inside Passages and Glacier Bay National Park, encountering remote wilderness, Native culture, and history. Set …
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Alaska Kenai Camping Adventure$32909Jun 7, 2025Experience Alaska's stunning beauty with glacier cruises, wildlife watching, and camping by the beach. Explore scenic towns and parks on this amazing …
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Last Frontier Adventure$53958May 17, 2025This Last Frontier Adventure aboard Admiralty Dream is an 8-day small-ship cruise that offers more time in wilderness areas and a higher level of …
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Arctic Safari$145649Sep 4, 2025Join this unique 9-day Arctic Safari, an opportunity to photograph one of the world’s most magnificent wildlife in the Canadian Arctic. Fly to the …
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Wild Alaska Escape: Haines, the Inian Islands, and Tracy Arm Fjord$29726Apr 29, 2025Board the National Geographic Sea Lion on this 6-day Wild Alaska Escape cruise exploring the coasts and forests of Alaska. Visit ports such as Sitka, …
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Top 10 Central America & Mexico Hiking Trips for 2025-2026

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Maya Multisport$320111Feb 15, 2025On this fast-paced 11-day Guatemala multisport tour, trek through highland mountains, peddle past active volcanoes and cloud forest, and kayak across …
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Baja California: Among the Great Whales - Eastbound$69818Feb 16, 2025Enter the California gray whale birthing lagoons of Bahia Magdalena for close encounters with these gentle giants, a rare privilege in the natural …
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Beaches & Rainforest$20008Feb 15, 2025This 8-day Costa Rica tour explores the Caribbean coast, Cahuita National Park, & the Pacuare River. Whitewater rafting, hiking, climbing, and …
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Costa Rica Highlights$26526Feb 15, 2025Explore western Costa Rica's highlights during this 6-day vacation. Glide through the Arenal Rainforest Reserve on the Skytram and Skytrek Tour. …
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Discover Costa Rica$29719Feb 15, 2025This thrilling 9-day Costa Rica multisport adventure tour takes you whitewater rafting on the Pacuare River, biking through tropical plantations, …
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Costa Rica Family Vacation$33699Feb 15, 2025Enjoy this 9-day guided Costa Rica adventure tour from San Jose to Arenal Volcano, Monteverde cloud forest, the rainforests of Manuel Antonio …
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Costa Rica Multisport$26789 On this active 9-day Costa Rica vacation you'll explore the rainforest by raft, hike, zip-line, and kayak - from Los Cusingos Biological Reserve to …
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Gray Whales and Espiritu Santo Island$30065Feb 15, 2025On this five-day Baja California, Mexico trip, encounter gray whales as they approach your boat in Magdalena Bay. Snorkel with playful sea lions and …
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Wild Costa Rica Corcovado$21508Feb 15, 2025Experience an 8-day Costa Rica vacation package that immerses you in the natural wonders of Central America. After a two-day whitewater rafting trip …
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Turtles & Rainforest Pacuare Reserve$24268Feb 15, 2025This 8-day eco-tour of Costa Rica combines nature and adventure as we join biologists to study giant leatherback sea turtles for two nights at …
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10 Best Polar Hiking Expeditions: Antarctica & the Arctic for 2025-2026

Top 10 Europe Hiking Tours for 2025-2026

Trip NameFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
South Greenland Adventure: The Majestic Alpine Arctic$1329513Jul 29, 2025Join a 13-day roundtrip expedition cruise to Reykjavik on the Ultramarine. Explore South Greenland's stunning alpine peaks and remote ridges through …
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Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard (Northbound)$2497216May 28, 2025Cruise across Norway's fjords and Arctic Svalbard on a 16-day expedition aboard the National Geographic Resolution, and explore the wilderness, …
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes$745014Aug 23, 2025This 14-day Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland cruise sails waters filled with breath-taking scenery. The expedition passes through areas that are …
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Enchanting Rhine$539912Mar 22, 2025After spending two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland, board the MS Amaprima on an exclusive 7-day Rhine River cruise through the …
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Highlights of Croatia$418510 Discover fascinating Croatia on this 10-day tour for 2025. Explore the stunning Dalmatian Riviera, wander Hvar's alleyways, beautiful …
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Mount Blanc Hiking Adventure$1118810Feb 15, 2025On this 10-day tour, hike through the stunning Mont Blanc mountain range between Italy and France to see the panoramic vistas, beautiful mountain …
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Best of Iceland$27588Feb 15, 2025Explore the best of Iceland on this exciting 8-day tour starting and ending in Reykjavik. As you visit the Golden Circle and drive the Ring Road, …
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Magna on the Danube - Budapest to Vilshofen$35398Mar 9, 2025Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard MS AmaMagna. Enjoy captivating architecture, music, and culinary experiences. …
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Flavors of Portugal & Spain - Cruise Only$39398Mar 22, 2025Sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS Amavida from Porto through the stunning Douro River Valley, a UNESCO site of terraced vineyards and charming …
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Rhine & Moselle Delights$721915Sep 3, 2025This 15-day Rhine & Moselle River cruise aboard MS Amaprima takes you from Zurich to Basel to Amsterdam, passing through Germany and France along the …
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3 Best Mt. Kilimanjaro Hiking Trips for 2025-2026

Top 10 African Safari Treks for 2025-2026

7 Best Great Wall of China Hikes for 2025-2026

Trip NameFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
Hiking Enchanted China$470310Feb 15, 2025Spend 10 days trekking through Guizhou, one of the most diverse provinces in China. Along the way you'll meet locals and learn about their unique …
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Great Wall, Dynasties, & Rivers$478213Feb 15, 2025On this 13-day active tour of China, you'll hike the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall, see rice terraces near Ping'an Village, pandas in …
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Great Wall Trek$17954Apr 1, 2025This challenging 4-day tour of the Great Wall takes a closer look at Gubeikou, Jinshanling, Jiankou, and Huanghuacheng. You will even see the ancient …
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Rural Landscapes$14274Feb 15, 2025Experience the rural rice terrace and karst landscapes of the Guangxi Region on this 4-day active China trip. Visit the Longsheng Rice Terraces and …
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Wonders of Sichuan$12994Feb 15, 2025Explore Chengdu, visit World Heritage Sites, visit the Panda Base, and tour Zanxingdui Museum. Extend your China vacation to include this short …
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Jinshanling Great Wall Hike$7162Apr 1, 2025Explore Beijing's Jinshanling, regarded by many to be the Great Wall's best-preserved section. This region has almost 70 watchtowers built in various …
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Boundless China$961425Feb 15, 2025From Beijing to Shanghai and everything in between this 25-day in depth tour uncovers the hidden gems of China. From China's large cities to small …
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Top 10 South Pacific Hiking Tours for 2025-2026

Trip NameFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
New Zealand Uncut: North & South Islands$800915Feb 27, 2025Experience exploring the diverse landscapes of both islands, from Rotorua to Queenstown, on this 15-day hiking adventure in New Zealand. From the …
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Southern Slice: Nelson to Queenstown$522110Feb 18, 2025Experience this 10-day hiking odyssey from Nelson to Queenstown, unveiling the pristine beauty and rugged charm of New Zealand's South Island. …
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Northern Portion: Auckland to Wellington$26115Feb 27, 2025On this five-day hiking adventure, discover the varied landscapes of New Zealand's Northern Island, spanning from Rotorua to Wellington. From the …
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Active New Zealand Adventure$1176218Feb 15, 2025Set out on an 18-day active New Zealand adventure from Auckland to Queenstown. This tour takes you through Lake Tekapo, Taupo, Tongariro National …
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Best of New Zealand: North to South$672618Feb 15, 2025Experience the best of New Zealand on this 18-day epic self-drive tour. Explore geothermal wonders, cultural heritage, and adventure across both …
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Complete South Island Explorer$523714Feb 15, 2025Explore the South Island of New Zealand on an unforgettable 14-day adventure. Discover stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and unique wildlife. From …
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New Zealand North Island Highlights$23167Feb 15, 2025Join this 7-day self-drive tour of New Zealand’s North Island. Discover iconic trails, cultural landmarks, and geothermal wonders in Auckland, …
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Gems of Polynesia$60049Feb 15, 2025Experience the ultimate 9-day escape through the Pearls of Polynesia. Discover Moorea's natural treasures, take in Bora Bora's overwater luxury, and …
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Tahitian Getaway$58649Feb 15, 2025Experience the charm of Tahiti's pristine landscapes, Raiatea's cultural diversity, and the luxury of Bora Bora during this 9-day Tahiti getaway. A …
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Majestic Tahiti$41174Feb 15, 2025Set out on a four-day retreat in the tropical paradise of Tahiti. Indulge in sun-kissed days, pristine beaches, and vibrant coral reefs. Immerse …
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