Easy
Up to 5 miles per day
Flat, well-kept paths; ideal for beginners
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Choose a trip that fits you
Every Macs Adventure trip has an activity level. It tells you how demanding a typical day is, so you know what you're signing up for before you book. The level describes daily effort, not the whole trip.
Hiking Activity Levels
Easy - Moderate
6–9 miles per day
Good paths, some gentle climbs; active beginners
Moderate
10–12 miles per day
Mixed trails, regular climbs; for regular hikers
Moderate - Challenging
15–17 miles per day
Remote mountainous terrain; experienced hikers
Challenging
17+ miles per day
Scrambles, big drop-offs; very experienced hikers
Strenuous
19+ miles per day
High passes, sustained ascents; expert, very fit hikers
Biking Levels
An important note on activity levels
Mileage is only part of the picture. Terrain, elevation gain and loss, altitude, trail exposure and weather can all change how a day feels. So, while daily distance plays a part in our ratings, it’s not the whole story.
Days on the same route can vary too, with a gentle stroll one day and a big climb the next. If you’re unsure whether a trip is right for you, talk to one of our Adventure Specialists. We’ll help you find a trip that’s challenging but doable.
Easy
Up to 18 miles per day
Flat, quiet roads, cycle paths; first-time cyclists
Easy - Moderate
18–25 miles per day
Quiet roads, a few short hills; occasional cyclists
Moderate
25–40 miles per day
Longer days, varied terrain; regular cyclists
Moderate - Challenging
50–62 miles per day
Longer climbs, switchbacks; experienced cyclists
Challenging biking
50-62 miles per day
Long, hilly rides day after day.
Strenuous biking
62+ miles per day
Long mountain rides, big climbs day after day.