Best Hiking Day Trips: Our Top 13

Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa - Manarola begins the Cinque Terre story

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,486 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $66Our pick

Spend about 13 hours visiting Cinque Terre from Florence by comfortable coach, with options for hiking, train travel, boat views, or a Pisa stop. Guides such as Claudia, Chris, JoJo, and Alessandro add local history and practical help. The hike is scenic but steep, uneven, and not suited to young children or anyone with walking difficulties.

“Best day trip to the region of cinque de terra. Well planned with very knowledgeable guide . Well worth a visit.”

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Florence: Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

2.Florence: Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,848 reviews · 12 - 13 hours · from $65

Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre with Walkabout Tours, led by guides such as Chris, Joanne, Ado, Claudia, or Victoria. Choose the full five-village route with the Corniglia to Vernazza hike, or visit three villages and add Pisa. Expect trains, steep steps, free time, sea views, and a possible coastal boat ride.

“Gabriel and Luca were warm and welcoming from the minute we were in the queue and continued the energy and humour to the last moment. Their top tips for food and drink at each village were great and their lunch option was tasty. I loved the hike. A great tour to get a feel for the region with independent time without the stress of self-organising. Thanks guys! And the driver :)”

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From Tirana: Bovilla Lake & Gamti Mountain Hiking Day Trip

3.From Tirana: Bovilla Lake & Gamti Mountain Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,397 reviews · 6 hours · from $12

Escape Tirana for Bovilla Lake and Gamti Mountain on a six-hour group trip with hotel pickup, a guided 2 to 2.5 km hike, and time at a mountain restaurant. Guides such as Altin, Artol, Ilmi, and Beni are praised for history and local stories. Expect a bumpy rural road, a demanding climb, and excellent lake views.

“i liked a lot the explanations of the guide. The driver was also carefull”

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From SF: Yosemite Day Trip with Giant Sequoias Hike & Pickup

4.From SF: Yosemite Day Trip with Giant Sequoias Hike & Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,331 reviews · 14 hours · from $239

Leave San Francisco before sunrise for a full Yosemite day with a maximum of 14 passengers. Your English-speaking guide, often Derek, Kurt, Steve, Brian, or Calder, handles the long drive and park routing while you see Tunnel View, Bridalveil Falls, Yosemite Valley, El Capitan, and Tuolumne Grove. A grocery stop lets you buy a picnic lunch.

“Brian was our guide. He made our day. He took care about us all the time. He showed us everything that was passable to see this day. He was working ober 16 hours this day and did the best de could do! Amazing experience, great sense of humor and the best Tour guide you can imagine! Thanks for everything! Want do do that Tour again!”

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From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

5.From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 915 reviews · 12 hours (approx.)

Spend about 12 hours exploring Iceland’s South Coast with a maximum of 15 people. Walk on Sólheimajökull with crampons, helmet, and ice axe, then visit Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, Seljalandsfoss, and possibly Gljúfrabúi. Guides such as Michal, Svenni, Roberto, and Christopher are praised for adapting the route to changing weather.

“This Reykjavik glacial hike, South Coast and waterfalls day trip was an unforgettable experience and a perfect introduction to Iceland’s natural beauty. We visited two stunning waterfalls, Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, both absolutely breathtaking and well worth the trip. The highlight of the day was climbing the glacier, which was made even more special by our incredible tour guide, Sven. He was extremely capable, professional, and clearly passionate about Iceland. He went above and beyond to make sure we saw as much as possible and genuinely wanted us to experience everything the country has to offer. On the drive back, he even stopped when he spotted the northern lights, giving up…”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip

6.Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 841 reviews · 11 hours · from $62

Spend 11 hours exploring Doi Inthanon from Chiang Mai with guides such as Mo, James, Paul, or Wanida. Visit Thailand’s highest point, the King and Queen pagodas, Hmong and Karen communities, Wachirathan Waterfall, and the 2.78-kilometer Kew Mae Pan trail, available from November through May.

“Excellent. The guide was so friendly and told us everything about what we have seen. The experience was one of a kind and the views were breath-raking.”

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Day Trip To Ouzoud Waterfalls (Guide Hike & Boat are options)

7.Day Trip To Ouzoud Waterfalls (Guide Hike & Boat are options)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 787 reviews · from $18

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Marrakech to the 360-foot Ouzoud Waterfalls in a shared, air-conditioned vehicle with pickup and drop-off. At the falls, you can hire a local guide for €3, take a short boat ride for €2, eat lunch, and walk past wild monkeys. Guides may include Samir, Mustafa, Mohamed, Ali, or Hicham Momi.

“Ali, la nostra guida per la giornata, è stato veramente molto attento e disponibile per tutta la passeggiata. È bello incontrare persone così gentili”

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From South Tenerife: Mount Teide Hiking Day Trip & Cable Car

8.From South Tenerife: Mount Teide Hiking Day Trip & Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 482 reviews · from $169

Travel from South Tenerife to Mount Teide in a small group of 2 to 10. Your guide, often Steffi, handles the summit permit and cable-car tickets, then leads a one-hour hike from 3,550 meters to the crater. Expect volcanic scenery, high-altitude walking, and a photo stop at Roques de García.

“We started our activity on a Friday morning in March. It was a beautiful sunny morning, however we did not know until last moment if the weather would permit ascending the peak. In the end we did it and it was great. After driving on mount Teide for approximatively 1 hour through pine trees and black lava, we finally arrived at the cable car at 2200 m altitude. There we waited our turn and climbed the remaining distance until the hiking spot by cable car. It should be noted that enhanced sanitary measures are in place at the cable car: only limited number of people can be in the cable…”

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From Hue: Bach Ma National Park Hiking Day Trip with Pickup

9.From Hue: Bach Ma National Park Hiking Day Trip with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 220 reviews · from $44

Set out from Hue, Da Nang, or Hoi An for a full day in Bach Ma National Park. Walk forest trails to Five Lakes, swim if conditions allow, see 300-meter Do Quyen Waterfall, and reach Hai Vong Dai at 1,448 meters. Guides such as Linh, Thai, Tracy, and Dang bring useful nature and local knowledge to this active, sometimes slippery trek.

“Wow! Such a great experience!! We walked through some steep trails in the forest and saw the beautiful lakes and waterfall. Then went up the summit and enjoyed our delicious lunch. The weather was very cloudy but there was a moment the clouds parted whilst at the top and managed to get a nice view from above. One thing to remember is to bring an extra pair of dry shoes/socks or slippers as your feet WILL get wet as you will walk through streams of water (it's unavoidable) whether you swim or not. Overall however, it's an amazing experience!!”

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From Chania/Kalyves: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Hiking Day Trip

10.From Chania/Kalyves: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 162 reviews · from $32

Join Io Tours for a full-day Samaria Gorge hike from Chania or Kalyves. Guides such as Pari and Dafne lead in English or Greek, while you walk at your own pace through pine forest, rocky riverbeds, and the White Mountains. After 4 to 6 hours on foot, swim, eat, and relax in Agia Roumeli before the ferry and bus return.

“Incredible hike, challenging and hot but very picturesque. Dafne the guide was great. Clear instructions, earned trust quickly. Wear very sturdy shoes, preferably hiking boots. Steep descent of 1,700m isn’t kind to the fittest of legs/ankles. Lots of scree, uneven ground, small river crossings and rock hopping. Plenty of clean spring water, rest areas and toilets on the way. Food at the end was incredible. Pack snacks, lunch as there is no food during the hike. Most of the hike is in shade and there was a coolish breeze comi n up the gorge which was refreshing. Agia Roumelli beach where you finish isn’t the nicest of Crete beaches but…”

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From Bacalar: Calakmul Ruins Expedition & Jungle Trek

11.From Bacalar: Calakmul Ruins Expedition & Jungle Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 12 hours · from $163

Travel from Bacalar, Chetumal, or Xul-Ha to Calakmul with a small group of up to 13 people. Guides such as Armando, Gerardo, and Roberto explain Maya culture, jungle plants, and wildlife before you climb major temples and look across the forest canopy. Pickup, drinks, insurance, and air conditioning are included, but site fees and lunch cost extra.

“Great Tour through Calakmul. You learn a lot about the history of the Mayans and the ruins. Mundo, our guide, showed us around the whole area and gave us for everything enough time to explore. Would definitely recommend this Tour especially when you start vom Bacalar. it was quite nice not having to drive before and after the tour. Thanks for the amazing day and all the information!”

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From Phoenix: Apache Trail & Dolly Steamboat Day Trip

12.From Phoenix: Apache Trail & Dolly Steamboat Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 55 reviews · 7 hours · from $160

Spend seven hours with an English-speaking guide on the Apache Trail, stopping at Tortilla Flat and Canyon Lake. A 90-minute Dolly Steamboat cruise, a short Sonoran Desert walk, hotel-area pickup, water, and admissions are included. Guides such as Frank, Eric, Derek, and Patrick have led recent tours, though the assigned guide may vary.

“Great trip. Well worth the money. Absolutely stunning scenery. Guide was awesome- so friendly and educational. Pick up from hotel was super nice. Lunch was great. Just a great day- I highly recommend every aspect!!”

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Atlas mountains hike with waterfalls & 3 valleys day trip

13.Atlas mountains hike with waterfalls & 3 valleys day trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 49 reviews · 8 hours · from $11Best value

Leave Marrakech for Imlil and the High Atlas with a small group of up to 15. Walk through Armed and Ait Souka, see waterfalls and Toubkal views, visit an argan oil co-operative, and eat a homemade Moroccan lunch. Guides may include Yassin, Zakaria, Hamza, or Ayoub, with walks adjusted to your pace.

“our driver mohammed picked us up punctual at the designated spot and drove us out of marakkech. we did a short stop at a viewing point where we could see one of the oldest berber villages thats currently being rebuild after the earthquakes. afterwards we went to one of the womens cooperatives spots, although mohammed explicitly asked if we wanted to go there or not - we could have skipped it. then we went to imilchil where yasin, our guide met us. we got tea at a cafe and started the hike. it was very beautiful! we were very lucky with the weather. yasin explained a lot of the nature…”

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Best Hiking Day Trips: Our Top 13

Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

1.Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

Florence: Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

2.Florence: Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

From Tirana: Bovilla Lake & Gamti Mountain Hiking Day Trip

3.From Tirana: Bovilla Lake & Gamti Mountain Hiking Day Trip

From SF: Yosemite Day Trip with Giant Sequoias Hike & Pickup

4.From SF: Yosemite Day Trip with Giant Sequoias Hike & Pickup

From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

5.From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip

6.Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip

Day Trip To Ouzoud Waterfalls (Guide Hike & Boat are options)

7.Day Trip To Ouzoud Waterfalls (Guide Hike & Boat are options)

From South Tenerife: Mount Teide Hiking Day Trip & Cable Car

8.From South Tenerife: Mount Teide Hiking Day Trip & Cable Car

From Hue: Bach Ma National Park Hiking Day Trip with Pickup

9.From Hue: Bach Ma National Park Hiking Day Trip with Pickup

From Chania/Kalyves: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Hiking Day Trip

10.From Chania/Kalyves: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Hiking Day Trip

From Bacalar: Calakmul Ruins Expedition & Jungle Trek

11.From Bacalar: Calakmul Ruins Expedition & Jungle Trek

From Phoenix: Apache Trail & Dolly Steamboat Day Trip

12.From Phoenix: Apache Trail & Dolly Steamboat Day Trip

Atlas mountains hike with waterfalls & 3 valleys day trip

13.Atlas mountains hike with waterfalls & 3 valleys day trip

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