Best Self-Guided Hiking Tours in Europe
No overwhelm. No guesswork. Just the best hiking trails in Europe – and you on them. We handle every route, every booking, every detail. You just show up and hike.
Planning a hiking trip in Europe shouldn’t mean months of spreadsheet research. Monkeys and Mountains specialises in self-guided hiking tours across Europe’s most iconic hiking trails and destinations – the Alps, Dolomites, Croatia, Spain, Ireland, Turkey and beyond. We take care of every detail so your hiking holiday in Europe is exactly what it should be: you, the trail, and nothing to worry about.
Every route is tested by us. Accommodation, GPS routes, transfers and WhatsApp support are all included. And every booking comes with a bespoke training plan (€300 value) – built specifically for your tour after you complete our short questionnaire.
You show up and hike. We handle everything else.
Book securely online
Complete our booking form and we get straight to work on your tour logistics.
We plan everything
Routes, accommodation, luggage transfers, bus and lift schedules – every detail handled.
Your info pack arrives
30 days before departure: GPS routes and full trip details. Your personalised training plan is sent once you complete our short questionnaire.
You hike
Arrive confident. Go at your pace. WhatsApp support is available throughout your trip if you ever need us.
Europe’s Best Hiking Trails,
Fully Planned for You
From mountain hut-to-hut hikes in the Alps to coastal trails in Croatia, Italy and Spain – every tour is researched, tested and planned down to the last detail. You just show up and hike.
Italy, France & Switzerland Alps Hiking Tours (Self-Guided)
The Alps are home to some of the best self-guided hiking tours in Europe. The Tour du Mont Blanc circles iconic Mont Blanc through France, Italy and Switzerland. The Haute Route takes you from Chamonix to Zermatt, finishing with views of the Matterhorn. And if you’re after something less crowded, Gran Paradiso – Italy’s first national park, created to protect the ibex – offers a wilder, more intimate Alpine experience. (Yes, you’ll have ibex as your hiking companions. They’re excellent company and remarkably unconcerned about your pace.) All tours fully planned, completely stress-free.
One of the greatest hikes in Europe – circling iconic Mont Blanc through France, Italy and Switzerland. Every detail handled. Includes a free in-person briefing so you start with confidence.
Italy’s first national park, created to protect the ibex – and still one of the most unspoiled corners of the Alps. Glaciers above you, wildflowers at your feet, and virtually no crowds. Unlike the TMB, it’s still relatively undiscovered.
Chamonix to Zermatt, finishing with views of the iconic Matterhorn. Hut-to-hut Alps hiking at its absolute finest – and the window is short. Includes a free in-person briefing.
Self-Guided Dolomites Hiking Tours, Italy
Italy’s Dolomites are unlike anywhere else on earth – jagged pink spires, wildflower meadows and cosy rifugios. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and host to the 2026 Winter Olympics, these mountains are world-famous for good reason. Choose from the legendary Alta Via 1 or our gentler options perfect for autumn hikers.
The most famous high route in Italy’s Dolomites – and one of the top three long-distance trails in the Alps overall.
Watch the Rosengarten turn extraordinary shades of pink at sunset. The lunar landscape of Antermoia is unlike anything else in the Dolomites.
Our most accessible Dolomites hiking tour. Europe’s largest alpine plateau with the breathtaking Odle spires as your constant backdrop.
Self-Guided Hiking Tours in Spain
From the Pyrenees and Sierra Nevada to the Costa Brava – our hiking tours in Catalonia, Spain cover the best trails the country has to offer. Best walked in spring or autumn when the light is golden and the trails are quiet. Our Catalonia, Spain hiking trips also include a free in-person briefing.
106 km through wild Catalonia – from Montseny’s forests to the extraordinary rock formations of Montserrat. A genuinely unexpected gem. Includes free in-person briefing.
White villages, wildflower valleys and the high peaks of the Sierra Nevada. A side of Andalusia most visitors never find. Includes free in-person briefing.
Raw, dramatic and far less crowded than the Alps. Three landscapes in eight days – high mountain passes to volcanic La Garrotxa. Includes free in-person briefing.
Follow ancient camino paths along hidden coves and charming fishing villages on one of Spain’s most photogenic coastlines. A great option for first-timers. Includes free in-person briefing.
Self-Guided Coastal Hiking Tours in Europe
Some of the best hiking trips in Europe aren’t in the mountains at all. These routes are for hikers who want dramatic scenery AND time to linger – long lunches at clifftop restaurants, gelato stops in fishing villages, Adriatic islands, medieval towns and hidden coves.
Eight days along the Dalmatian Coast – islands, medieval towns and the Adriatic shimmering below. Coastal hiking in Europe at its finest.
Five pastel villages, dramatic clifftop paths and the best seafood in Liguria. Goes beyond the famous trail to the hidden Ligurian coast.
Ancient pilgrim paths, hidden coves and charming fishing villages along one of Spain’s most photogenic coastlines.
Ireland, Turkey & Beyond
Beyond the Alps and Spain, some of Europe’s most rewarding self-guided hiking holidays are found further afield. Ireland’s Wicklow Way, Turkey’s Lycian Way and – for the ultimate challenge – Mount Kilimanjaro all deliver experiences you won’t forget.
A green, peaceful escape through the wild Wicklow Mountains – rolling hills, ancient woodlands and charming villages with genuine Irish hospitality in cosy bed and breakfasts and inns along the way.
Turquoise bays, ancient Lycian ruins and rugged coastal cliffs – with UNESCO World Heritage sites along the route. One of the world’s great long-distance routes, still beautifully off the beaten path.
The most scenic path to the summit of Africa’s highest peak. Eleven days, extraordinary landscapes, and a moment you’ll spend years talking about.
Mont Blanc Glacier Tours & Chamonix Via Ferrata
The perfect add-on after your Tour du Mont Blanc. Both can be done in as little as a half day – and both make an already extraordinary trip even more memorable.
Step onto the glaciers above the TMB and see the high mountain environment from a completely different angle. A genuinely memorable add-on.
Part hiking, part climbing – fixed iron rungs take you up terrain you couldn’t otherwise access. An adrenaline-packed half day with extraordinary views.
A bespoke training plan – included with every booking
Most hiking tour companies send you a PDF confirmation and wish you luck. We send you a fully bespoke training plan built around your specific tour, fitness level and timeline. Complete our short questionnaire after booking and we’ll create it specifically for you – it’s far more in-depth than our free public starter plan (though that’s a good place to start if you want a taster). It works even if you live somewhere completely flat.
- ✓Built specifically for your tour, route and fitness level
- ✓Works for hikers aged 30-70, any fitness starting point
- ✓Adapted for bad knees, flat terrain, tight schedules
- ✓Arrive strong, confident and ready to enjoy every step
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One of the greatest hikes in Europe – circling iconic Mont Blanc through three countries. Every detail handled. You just hike.
Jagged spires, wildflower meadows and cosy rifugios – the most famous high route in the Dolomites. It really is that good.
Chamonix to Zermatt past Mont Blanc AND the Matterhorn. Bucket-list hiking in Europe – fully planned, stress-free.
Our most accessible Dolomites hiking tour. Europe’s largest alpine plateau with the stunning Odle spires as your constant backdrop.
Adriatic coastline, islands and medieval towns – impossible not to fall in love with. One of the best coastal hiking trips in Europe.
Raw, dramatic and far less crowded than the Alps. Three completely different landscapes in eight days – wild mountain passes to volcanic La Garrotxa.
Five pastel villages, dramatic clifftop paths and the best seafood in Liguria. Our tour goes beyond the famous trail to the hidden coast.
White villages, wildflower valleys and the peaks of the Sierra Nevada. A side of Spain most visitors never discover.
Our #1 source of new clients? Happy hikers telling their friends.Here’s what they’re saying about us.
What happens when you trust the trail to us
“Monkeys and Mountains did a great job planning and scheduling our trip to Mont Blanc. The hikes were amazing with really clear maps and directions. The accommodations were all terrific. Pricing was very reasonable and overall the trip was a great value. The team did a terrific job answering all our questions. The packing lists and the trip blog were super helpful. I would highly recommend Monkeys and Mountains for any kind of self-guided adventure travel.”
“Working with Monkeys and Mountains was a great experience. Laurel was quick to respond to emails and went above and beyond – we were hesitant planning such an expensive trip online. She made sure we were comfortable every step of the way and all of the accommodations were wonderful and easy to work with. It is easy to see that Laurel loves what she does!”
“We did the Tour du Mont Blanc in August. These guys executed perfectly. Very well organised. Fast communication via email. They even reacted immediately to a landslide on our route – rerouting us with taxis and new directions within hours. 10/10. Highly recommended. The next European trek we do, we’ll do it with these guys.”
“We had a great experience on the TMB in August. Laurel and Tiffany were fantastic with communication from the moment I requested information. They’re willing to work with your schedule and any additional accommodations needed. 10/10 would recommend and hope to book another hiking trip through them soon!”
“The Tour du Mont Blanc completely changed my life. Every detail was handled perfectly – all we had to do was show up and hike. It’s the best thing I’ve ever done. I’ve already booked the Dolomites for next summer.”
“At 62, I wasn’t sure I could pull off a multi-day Alpine trek. Monkeys and Mountains made it completely accessible – the pacing, the huts, the route were all spot-on. I felt supported the whole way. If you’re searching for the best hiking tour companies in Europe, look no further.”
Everything you’re wondering about self-guided hiking holidays in Europe
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