Scotland
West Highland Way
Hike through the wild beauty & ancient glens of the Highlands along this famous long-distance trail.
- Walking
- 5–11 days
from$1,885CAD pp
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Why choose a Classic Adventure
These are the hiking tours our customers book - and rebook - most often.
The West Highland Way & Cotswold Way
are consistently our two most-booked routes each season
Tour du Mont Blanc
Draws hikers back for its Alpine scenery across France, Italy, and Switzerland
Luggage Transfers
Luggage transfers are arranged between stops where listed in your itinerary.
Grades
Grades range from Easy (Cotswold Way) to Challenging (Alta Via 1), so there's a best-seller for every fitness level
Real reviews
Real reviews and repeat bookings back up every trip in this collection
Popular Classic Adventures
France, Italy, SwitzerlandTour du Mont Blanc in Comfort
Hike the TMB, staying in comfortable accommodation, with bag transfer included.
- Walking
- 5–14 days
from$2,480CAD pp
EnglandCoast to Coast Walk
Hike Alfred Wainwright's famous Coast to Coast, one of the world's great walks.
- Walking
- 9–18 days
from$2,795CAD pp
EnglandHadrian's Wall Walk
Roman history, wild Northumberland moorland and a warm northern welcome—hike Hadrian’s Wall your way.
- Walking
- 5–10 days
from$1,455CAD pp
France, Italy, SwitzerlandTour du Mont Blanc in Huts
Hike the TMB and stay overnight in traditional, scenic alpine huts and hotels.
- Walking
- 8–14 days
from$3,910CAD pp
ScotlandGreat Glen Way & Loch Ness
Walk one of Scotland's iconic long-distance trails from Fort William to Inverness in the Highlands.
- Walking
- 5–9 days
from$1,720CAD pp
England, ScotlandSt Cuthbert's Way
Begin in Melrose, the starting place of St Cuthbert's religious journey, and finish by the sea.
- Walking
- 5–9 days
from$1,525CAD pp
Republic of IrelandThe Dingle Way
Walk south west Ireland’s Dingle Peninsula, the Emerald Isle's most popular trails
- Walking
- 6–10 days
from$1,530CAD pp
EnglandCotswold Way
Hike in classic English countryside on the Cotswold Way, one of Britain's finest National Trails.
- Walking
- 5–12 days
from$1,675CAD pp
EnglandPennine Way
Walk the UK's first National Trail through the Peak District, Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland.
- Walking
- 21 days
from$8,275CAD pp
ItalyWalking Portofino and the Cinque Terre
An unforgettable journey exploring Italy’s Ligurian coast and the villages of the Cinque Terre
- Walking
- 5–8 days
from$1,510CAD pp
ItalyHill Towns of Tuscany
Hike through romantic Southern Tuscany between idyllic hilltop towns, from Montepulciano to Siena
- Walking
- 8 days
from$3,050CAD pp
SwitzerlandGrindelwald Trail
Experience fantastic alpine scenery on this journey through the Bernese Oberland
- Walking
- 8 days
from$4,120CAD pp
EnglandDales Way
Cross two national parks as you make your way from the Yorkshire Dales to Lake Windermere.
- Walking
- 8 days
from$2,720CAD pp
EnglandThe Full South West Coast Path
Take on the journey of a lifetime hiking the full length of England’s longest national trail.
- Walking
- 57 days
from$16,710CAD pp
Get to know Classic Adventures
What makes a route a 'classic adventure'
Long-established, well-waymarked long-distance trails with a strong track record - the West Highland Way, Cotswold Way, and Dingle Way are the benchmark examples.
How long do classic adventure routes take
Most run 5 to 11 days. The Cotswold Way can be walked in 5 days on a shorter itinerary or extended to 9 to 12 days at a gentler pace.
What's the terrain like on classic routes
Established paths with clear waymarking throughout - rolling hills on the Cotswold Way, lochside and mountain terrain on the West Highland Way, and coastal cliffs on the Dingle Way.
Where do I stay on a classic adventure
Inns, B&Bs, and small hotels hand-picked for walkers, booked every night of your trip.
How fit do I need to be
Depends on the route. The Cotswold Way suits most active adults, while the West Highland Way's Moderate grade assumes regular hiking fitness.
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