SELF-GUIDED
hiking trips
Below, you’ll find a list of Pathways destinations. All our self-guided trips are fully customizable to your preferred schedule, budget and activity level and we’ll work with you to tailor and refine your trip until it’s just right for you.
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NORWAY | OSLo, sognefjord & west coast | DAY HIKING
Explore the Aurlandsalen Valley and hike through Norway’s “Grand Canyon”
Discover Oslo & Bergen
Ride the train from Oslo to Flåm on the famous Bergensbanen Railway and Flåmsbana
Enjoy delicious cuisine like fresh salmon & trout, wild boar & lingonberries
Stay in a tucked-away village at a family-run inn on the Fjærlandsfjord
Experience the massive Sognefjord, Norway’s “king of the fjords” via a sail on a high-speed catamaran to the coastal seafaring town of Bergen
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PORTUGAL | THE azores ISLANDS | DAY HIKING
Hop from island to island, discovering the gorgeous Azorean landscape & interesting culture and history
Stunning views full of hydrangea hedges, verdant vineyards, dramatic coastline, rugged volcanoes, lush forests and charming villages
Walk along trails above turquoise lakes and around caldeiras, deep volcanic cones full of rare and endemic flora including the famous Sete Cidades
Visit & tour a local family-run ceramics shop founded in 1862 and the the oldest and only tea plantation in Europe - Chá Gorreana
Enjoy the local cuisine like fresh seafood, cheese & wine
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SLOVENIA & croatia | JULIAN ALPS & ADRIATIC SEA | DAY HIKING
Experience the snow-capped peaks, wildflower-dotted meadows, deep gorges, medieval castles and traditional mountain towns of the Julian Alps
Discover the ancient hilltop villages of Motovun and Groznjan in Croatia and the lush, green, fertile farmland of inland Istria
Often referred to the “Adriatic Tuscany”, walk around Istria’s untouched, vineyard-spotted interior and turquoise, sparkling coastline
Indulge in the delicious, local cuisine every day (think: truffles & wine) and experience the welcoming, friendly Slovenian & Croatian cultures
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ITALY | northeastern alps & brenta dolomites | DAY HIKING
Explore the South Tyrol and spa-town of Merano & the surrounding mountains & vineyards
Hike past alpine wildflowers & crystal-clear lakes
Visit a small, family-run vineyard & agriturismo for a tour, private tasting and home-hosted lunch
Hike in the undiscovered Brenta Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Visit alpine rifugi, meeting hikers & climbers from around the world
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france | THE FRENCH ALPS | DAY HIKING
Enjoy the best hikes near & around the Haute Savoie & the Chamonix Valley in the heart of the French Alps
Stay in the charming towns of Megève & Chamonix
Share breathtaking views of high peaks, glaciers and spectacular valleys including the Mont Blanc Massif
Walk through rolling meadows full of wildflowers and friendly cows
Enjoy the delicious local cuisine and alpine specialities along the way
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switzerland | best of the bernese oberland | DAY HIKING
Enjoy the most spectacular walking in Switzerland as you hike beneath the dramatic glaciated peaks of the Eiger, Monch & Jungfrau
Postcard-perfect views full of high glaciers, alpine hamlets, pastoral meadows & big valleys
Explore the dramatic Lauterbrunnen Valley with its thousand-foot waterfalls that cascade over vertical cliffs
Stay in the quaint towns of Gstaad, Mürren & Kandersteg
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norway | the jotunheimen - MOUNTAINS & FJORDS | hut to hut
Traverse the Jotunheimen Nasjonalpark east to west, staying in cozy mountain huts
Experience spectacular scenery, wildlife & hospitality
Enjoy delicious cuisine like fresh salmon & trout, wild boar & lingonberries
Hike by Norway’s two highest mountains – Glittertinden & Galdhøppigen
Sail on a high-speed catamaran through Sognefjord - Norway's largest & deepest fjord
Spend your final nights in the colorful, coastal seafaring town of Bergen
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france & switzerland | THE haute route | HUT TO HUT
Complete this famous trek from Chamonix to Zermatt, two of the greatest mountaineering hubs in the world
Cross historic passes with awe-inspiring vistas that include high glaciers, verdant valleys, waterfalls, wildlife and views of the highest peaks in the Alps
Stay in quaint, charming mountain huts and welcoming alpine villages along the way
Meet other hikers from around the world and gather around the dinner table each night to share dinner & wine and tales from your day
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france, Italy & Switzerland | tour du mont blanc | HUT TO HUT
Follow the classic circuit around Western Europe’s highest peak, Mont Blanc
Cross the borders of Italy, Switzerland, and France on foot
Stay in some of the most beautiful high alpine huts and quaint village inns as you discover remote hamlets, wildflower-strewn meadows and high alpine passes
Incredible mountain views while enjoying local food each day
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germany, austria & italy | THE E5 TRAIl | HUT TO HUT
Complete this classic route from Oberstdorf, Germany to Bolzano, Italy
Cross high alpine passes with dramatic views, hiking through Germany, Austria & Italy
Stay in some of the most beautiful huts in the Alps along the way
Walk in the footsteps of pilgrims, armies, medieval miners and herdsmen across the Alps
Experience breathtaking sunrises and sunsets that color the peaks a magnificent pink
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france | THE gr5 trail | HUT TO HUT
Walk the first section of the GR5 trail from Lake Geneva to Chamonix as you traverse through some of the most beautiful parts of France
Enjoy delicious Savoyard food while staying in boutique inns & quaint alpine huts
Experience views of the dramatic Dents Blanches & Dents du Midi & the Mont Blanc massif
Summit Le Brévent (sitting at 2525m) and jump on the cable car that drops you in downtown Chamonix, one of the mountaineering capitals of the world
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italy | ALTA VIA 1: LAGO DE BRAIES - BELLUNO | HUT TO HUT
10 days of hut-to-hut hiking in the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site from Lago de Brais to Belluno
Stay in beautiful, authentic high mountain huts
Experience spectacular sunrises and sunsets
Follow trails below high limestone peaks, through gentle meadows & past blue lakes
Enjoy fantastic hospitality and incredible food from your hosts
Learn about WW1 and the history in the region, discovering artifacts from this era
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italy | ALTA VIA 2: BRESSANONE - SAN PELLEGRINO | HUT TO HUT
7 days of hut-to-hut hiking in the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site from Bressanone to Passo San Pellegrino
Hike below high limestone peaks, through rugged terrain, gentle meadows & past bright turquoise lakes
Enjoy hearty meals and refreshing drinks at the end of each day
Enjoy the reward of a point-to-point hike in the beautiful Dolomiti
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argentine patagonia | fitz roy & lago del desierto | DAY HIKING
Hike trails with views of the majestic Fitz Roy massif & discover Los Glaciares National Park
Experience the massive Perito Moreno Glacier
Explore El Calafate & the frontier town of El Chaltén
Fly fish on Lago Del Desierto in the shadow of the Fitz Roy
Enjoy traditional Argentine cuisine like asado (barbecue), maté (traditional tea), dulche de leche (sweet cream) and wine
Visit a local estancia (ranch) for a home-hosted lunch
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chilean patagonia | torres del paine | DAY HIKING
Hike some of the most beautiful trails in Torres del Paine National Park
Explore Las Torres and the French Valley
Search for unique wildlife like the Andean Condor & elusive Puma
Hike to the Grey Glacier where you’ll see the South Patagonia Ice Field
Ride a ferry across turquoise Lake Pehoe
Option to combine Chile & Argentina
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chile | w-trek in torres del paine | HUT TO HUT
Hike the classic “W -Trek” in Torres del Paine National Park including hiking to the base of the famous towers, beneath the Paine Grande & the Cuernos on some of the least traveled trails in the park
Follow the Ascencio River to enter the Asencio Valley
Discover the French Valley where you’ll have magnificent views of dramatic peaks & blue lakes
Hike to the Grey Glacier where you’ll see the South Patagonia Ice Field
Ride a ferry across turquoise Lake Pehoe
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Peru | machu picchu, CUSCO & THE SACRED VALLEY | DAY HIKING
Visit the “Lost City” of Machu Picchu
Discover the colors & culture and Inca capital of Cusco and the surrounding Sacred Valley
Experience the hustle and bustle of the Pisac market
Visit a local weaving community off the beaten path
Enjoy the delicious Peruvian cuisine at a home-hosted lunch with a local family
Walk through the lovely countryside to Maras village and its salt mines
Ride the narrow-gauge Vistadome train to the valley of Ollantaytambo
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africa | DAY HIKING
south africa | cape town, safari & the winelands
Explore the various, vibrant & unique neighborhoods and bustling markets of Cape Town - from Bo-Kapp and Woodstock to the Gardens and the waterfront.
Hike Lion’s Head and be rewarded with views of Cape Town, Camps Bay, Signal Hill, Table Mountain, the Twelve Apostles and the whole Cape coastline.
Meander through Kirstenbosch Gardens before hiking up Skeleton Gorge to the summit of Table Mountain.
Visit Boulders Beach (home to the African penguin), Hout Bay and Cape Point, the most southwestern point of Africa.
Discover the Amakhala Game Reserve - a malaria-free private reserve that’s an off-the-beaten path home to the big-five.
While in Franschhoek, a charming village in the heart of the Winelands, visit some of the best vineyards in the world.
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colorado | telluride & the san juan mountains
Explore Telluride, its unique box canyon, and the surrounding mountains
Experience stunning views of the San Juans as you hike past turquoise lakes while gazing up at high, snow-capped peaks
Discover the eclectic Telluride art scene through a private tour of a local gallery
Tour the historic and family-operated Schmid Ranch
Bike along the exciting Galloping Goose Trail
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colorado | crested butte & the elk mountains
Explore the historic, charming town of Crested Butte
Experience stunning views of the Elk Mountains as you hike through meadows, aspen groves and up to high passes with spectacular views
SUP, swim & picnic on a favorite local lake
Fly fish with a local guide on the Gunnison or Taylor River
Accommodations: 5-star accommodations at Scarp Ridge Lodge
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colorado | THE front range & Rocky Mountain National Park
Explore the natural beauty of Colorado’s Front Range
Discover the awe-inspiring vistas, ancient rock formations, and forests of this region
Based in beautiful Boulder, you’ll have easy access to our favorite hikes and local activities
Experience the dramatic Rocky Mountain National Park & Indian Peaks Wilderness
Visit the historic town of Gold Hill
Walk around Pearl Street and eat out at some of the best restaurants and enjoy some of the best craft breweries in the country
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