Are luggage transfers included on these trips?

Yes, on most routes luggage transfers between each stage's accommodation are included. Check each trip page for details

What's included in the price?

Accommodation, luggage transfers, route notes, maps and 24/7 support during your trip are included

Can I take a once-in-a-lifetime trip solo?

Yes, most routes are available for solo travelers, with single accommodations arranged on request

How difficult are these routes?

Difficulty varies by trail, from easier pilgrimage routes to more demanding alpine terrain, all clearly graded

Sturdy hiking boots, weatherproof layers and a day pack cover most routes, with a full packing list sent after booking

Can I customize a bucket-list itinerary?

Yes – while our routes are expertly planned and fine-tuned by our team, you can add rest days, extra nights before or after, or book trips back to back. Get in touch and we’ll help you find the right fit

When's the best time to attempt a longer route?

Summer is the season for alpine routes like the Tour du Mont Blanc and Alta Via 1, while spring and fall suit the Camino and coastal paths. Each trip page lists its season

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Some trips are worth building a vacation around. Macs Adventure has spent over 20 years mapping self-guided routes on the trails most hikers put on their bucket list.

Circle Mont Blanc through France, Italy and Switzerland on the Tour du Mont Blanc in Comfort, or walk the Highlights of the Alta Via 1 in Comfort through the Dolomites. Follow the Camino Frances or the Camino Portugués Coastal Way into Santiago, hike Scotland's West Highland Way, or take in the Eiger and Jungfrau on the Best of the Bernese Oberland In Style.

Further afield, walk Japan's ancient Kumano Kodo or the Abel Tasman Track, one of New Zealand's Great Walks. Or trace Cornwall's wild coast on the South West Coast Path from St Ives to Penzance.

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How long does a once-in-a-lifetime trip take?
Most routes run 7 to 21 nights depending on the trail, though lengths vary by duration and trip
Which routes are considered bucket-list trips?
The Tour du Mont Blanc, Dolomites Alta Via 1 and Camino de Santiago lead the list, alongside Scotland's West Highland Way, the Bernese Oberland, Japan's Kumano Kodo and New Zealand's Abel Tasman Track
What's the terrain like?
It varies widely by route, from gentle pilgrimage paths to more demanding alpine terrain, and every trip is graded
How do I train for a longer route?
We can advise on preparation, and our route notes include daily distance and elevation so you know what to expect
Where do you stay?
Handpicked B&Bs, guesthouses and small hotels at the end of each day's stage
Do you handle luggage?
Yes, on most routes luggage transfers are included across every stage, so you only carry a day pack. Check each trip page for details

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