What's included on a multi-country hiking tour?

Accommodation each night, luggage transfers for most days for most tours (except for the Walker’s Haute Route), detailed route notes with border-crossing information, and 24/7 support. Flights aren't included. Breakfasts are usually included, lunches and most dinners are not included.

Is luggage transfer included across country borders?

Generally yes. Your bag travels by road each day, including stages where the trail crosses from one country into another. There are some tours where your luggage skips ahead but you are advised of this before you book. The Walker’s Haute Route does not have any included luggage transfers and you must hike with your pack.

Which countries can I combine on one hiking trip?

Several combinations including France, Italy, and Switzerland, as well as Austria & Germany. Caminos go between France and Spain or Portugal and Spain. Contact us to discuss other cross-border combinations.

Can I do a multi-country hiking tour solo?

Generally yes. Solo hikers regularly complete the Tour du Mont Blanc and other multi-country routes but there are some more strenuous tours where solos are not allowed. Check the Route Page, or enquire with our Adventure Specialists for details.

What hiking grade are multi-country routes?

Typically Moderate-Challenging to Challenging, given the mountain passes involved. Shorter, easier sections are available on some itineraries.

Do I need a visa to cross borders on foot?

Not within the Schengen Area, which covers France, Italy, and Switzerland as well as Portugal and Spain. US passport holders can cross freely on the trail.

Can I customize a multi-country itinerary?

Our Adventure Specialists can discuss adding rest days pre or post additional nights.

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Multi-Country Hiking Tours

Some of the world's best trails don't stop at a border. Macs Adventure's multi-country hiking tours cross from France into Italy and Switzerland, from Germany to Austria, from Norway to Sweden, from France or Portugal to Spain on a single self-guided route. Every stage is mapped, booked, and supported, whichever side of the border you wake up on.

With 20+ years of cross-border route planning, Macs Adventure is a leader in self-guided travel.

Alpine lakes abound no matter which country you're in!
View from Switzerland to France across the alps
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Moderate - Challenging
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Which routes cross more than one country?
The Tour du Mont Blanc is our flagship multi-country route, crossing France, Italy, and Switzerland. The E5 (our most challenging hiking tour) and Across the Alps: Bavaria to South Tyrol cross between Germany Austria & Italy. The Walker's Haute Route goes between France & Switzerland. The Across the Swiss Alps Klosters to Tirano journeys from Switzerland to Italy. Our Oslo to Bergen Rail & Hike goes between Norway and Sweden by train. And of course some Camino de Santiago routes depart from Portugal or France and end in Spain!
How fit do I need to be for a multi-country route?
Most of our multi-country tours are graded Moderate-Challenging to Challenging, with 12-19 miles and real ascent on several stages. The E5 is Strenuous. The Walker's Haute Route requires hiking with a full pack as luggage transfers are not included. For most multi-country alpine hiking tours, you should at least have intermediate level of hiking fitness and stamina, and some experience hiking in an alpine environment.
Is luggage transfer arranged across borders?
Yes. For most tours, your bag is transferred by road on most days, including on stages that cross from one country into the next. The Walker's Haute Route does not include luggage transfers.
Do I need multiple currencies?
Most tours largely trade in euros, though Switzerland's official currency is the franc - check current rates before you go.
What language will I need?
English is widely spoken at trail accommodation on our multi-country routes. Route notes include key phrases for each country.

Multi-Country Hiking Tours