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We are lucky enough to have been featured in articles with Forbes, Wall Street Journal, New York Times and AARP. Check out our moments in the spotlight!
Why Macs?
Our B Corp certification highlights our commitment to purpose-driven travel, community support, environmental protection, and sustainability.

Self-guided travel with Macs is made for independent, active people who value freedom over crowds and fixed schedules. Experience your trip your way, with the people you choose – and let us take care of the rest. We’ll book your accommodation, handle your luggage transfers, and with simple navigation and all the essentials in our award-winning Macs app, you can focus on enjoying every moment of your journey. It’s active travel led by you.

The trails are calling, and 2027 is officially open. From the towering peaks of the Tour du Mont Blanc to the timeless West Highland Way, explore our best-loved trails for 2027. Secure your preferred dates early and let us handle the planning, so all you have to do is enjoy the journey.

Explore the world one step at a time. Slow down, take in the incredible views, connect with the locals, and immerse yourself with the places you visit with our self-guided hiking tours.

Self-guided biking lets you explore more at your own pace, from dedicated cycle paths to Europe and the UK’s scenic backroads. Ride a standard bike, or upgrade to an E-bike for a bit of an assist.

Walking or biking, but with added spirituality. Pilgrimage tours like the Camino de Santiago allow you to connect with the land, its history and with yourself.

Trip Types

We have grouped our tours into 5 categories to help you navigate towards your ideal trip.

Classic Routes

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If you’re the active, outdoorsy type, who’s interested in taking on the great routes of the world or looking for a challenge, then our Classic Routes category is for you. We’re talking the West Highland Way in Scotland, the world renown Tour Du Mont Blanc and Germany's Moselle Cycle Path, to name a few!

Pilgrimages

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For those looking to follow a path of self-discovery. Our Pilgrimage and Camino routes take you on a journey through diverse landscapes and local flavors, while meeting like-minded adventurers along the way.

Slower Adventures

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Where walking and cycling meet easy-going exploring, our Slower Adventures are the perfect combination. Most days are filled with picturesque journeys with some free time to dive into the destination and experience the people, local food and culture as you go.

In Style

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After a day of exciting adventures and soaking up unbeatable scenery, retreat to stylish accommodations and unwind with fine food and wine. This trip type is for those who like sophisticated places to stay and are looking for active routes but still want the trip to feel special.

Discovery

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Think of it as a ‘local’s guide’ to the best of the region. It includes a combination of activity and transportation to give you the freedom to explore and cover more ground at your own pace. We do all the research and organization for you. All you have to do is turn up and enjoy!

As Seen In

  • As Seen in Forbes
    Forbes

    Forbes explores the rapid rise of self-guided, inn-to-inn hiking, featuring Macs Adventure as a leader in one of adventure travel's fastest-growing trends.

  • As seen in Thrillist
    Thrillist

    Thrillist features Macs Adventure in its look at the growing trend of border-to-border walking adventures, highlighting the freedom and achievement of exploring a country on foot.

  • As seen in New York Times
    The New York Times

    The New York Times showcases Scotland's Fife Coastal Path, highlighting how Macs Adventure makes exploring this spectacular coastline easy with self-guided itineraries, hand-picked stays, and local expertise.

  • As seen in the Lonely Planet
    The Lonely Planet

    Lonely Planet features Macs Adventure among its top women-only hiking trips in the Swiss Alps, recognizing our thoughtfully designed adventures for female travelers.

  • As seen in Forbes
    Forbes

    Forbes highlights Macs Adventure as one of the pioneers of self-guided active travel, recognizing our expertise in creating unforgettable hiking and biking adventures across Europe.

  • Podcast host having a laugh with recording team
    The Self-Guided Travel Podcast

    Follow along with our season one host, Arlette Godges, as she walks along Scotland's famous 96-mile long-distance trek: The West Highland Way.

The Macs Way

At Macs, we don’t do tour buses, groups, or guides. Instead, we give you the freedom and confidence to have your own self-guided hiking or biking adventure.

This is active travel led by you.

Travel On Your Terms

You choose your departure date and who you travel with, we do the rest.

The People Behind Your Journey

We sort accommodation and luggage transfers and provide your route in an easy-to-use app.

Here When You Need Us

We give you everything you need to travel independently but we're here 24/7 if you need us.

Achieve Something

Getting from A to B under your own steam is intensely rewarding. With Macs, you'll see the world, and yourself, differently.

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Why Macs

Reasons to believe in Macs Adventure:
As Seen In

As Seen In

Top publications including Forbes, Wall Street Journal, & New York Times - a testament to our trusted reputation & standout trips.
Our Heritage

Around Since 2003

We’re still founder led & the world’s number one self-guided operator with mountains of experience.
Reviews

24,000+ Customer Reviews

Plus, with multiple British Travel Awards, you know you're in good hands.
Positive Impact

Positive Impact

We’re committed to sustainable travel & high social & environmental standards.
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