WALKER’S HAUTE ROUTE

Alpine adventurers have been completing the journey from Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn for over 100 years. With hiking trails joining Chamonix and Zermatt, many more can now complete this epic journey while enjoying the breathtaking scenery on offer.

Countries: France and Switzerland

Distance: Between 174km to 227km (108mi to 141mi)

Season: End June to Mid September

TOUR DU MONT BLANC

First time hiking the European Alps? The Tour du Mont Blanc completes a lap of the largest mountain in Western Europe and is arguably the most famous legendary trail in the Alps that can cater to hikers of all speeds.

Countries: France, Italy and Switzerland

Distance: 164km / 102mi

Season: Mid June to Mid September

TOUR OF MONTE ROSA

This tour leads hikers around the Monte Rosa massif and Mischabel group which has more than 20 peaks over 4,000m and boasts the second highest mountain in Western Europe. The Matterhorn also features prominently near the infamous Theodul glacier crossing.

Countries: Switzerland and Italy

Distance: 164km / 102mi

Season: End June to Mid September

ALTA VIA 1 - DOLOMITES

Hike through the dramatic UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Dolomites with rock formations surging from the alpine meadows and wartime tunnels taking you back in time. Enjoy local cuisine and alpine hospitality in the cozy mountain huts along this legendary hiking trail.

Country: Italy

Distance: 120 km / 75 mi

Season: Mid June to End September

TOUR OF MATTERHORN

This trail guides hikers around one of the most recognizable peaks in the Alps while challenging them with multiple glacier crossings, cable supported trails and the biggest climb sections from the Walker’s Haute Route and Tour of Monte Rosa.

Countries: Switzerland and Italy

Distance: ~170 km / 106 mi

Season: End June to Mid September

ALTA VIA 1 - AOSTA VALLEY

Also known as “The Giant’s Trail”, this is the premier high alpine route in the Aosta Valley which guides hikers past some of the highest peaks in Europe such as Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn and those in the Monte Rosa massif.

Country: Italy

Distance: ~190 km / 118 mi

Season: End June to Mid September

TOUR DES COMBINS

This low profile tour leads hikers around the Combins massif which includes a night beside Glacier Corbassiere at Cabane FXB, crossing through Great St Bernard Pass and stunning views of the Mont Blanc massif not seen by those completing the TMB.

Countries: Switzerland and Italy

Distance: ~100 km / 62 mi

Season: Mid June to Mid September

LYSEBOTN CIRCUIT (RUNDT)

Experience all the highlights of the Lysebotn fjord - Preikestolen, Kjeragbolten and Flori’s 4444 staircase, the longest wooden staircase in the world.

Country: Norway

Distance: ~130 km / 81 mi

Season: May to September

CRETE ISLAND TRAIL

Looking for a mix of big mountains and Mediterranean coastline, while staying in affordable villa style accommodation? We certainly do!

Country: Greece

Distance: 200 km / 124 mi

Season: All Year (Coastal Trail), May to Nov (Mountain Trail)