We've selected 6 hut-to-hut hiking itineraries in Europe that represent the best treks the continent has to offer. Each of these treks is worth making the trip to Europe, but of course, they can be combined with visits to Europe's cities, countryside or beaches. While the itineraries described here represent common durations for each trek, in most cases the trips can be shortened or lengthened. Ask your local specialist for insights.
#1 Dolomites High Traverse: Hut-to-Hut Hiking in Italy - 7 Days
Tre Cime di Lavaredo
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | San Candido - Val Campo di dentro - Dreischusterhütte | Mountain Hut |
| Day 2 | Dreischusterhütte – rifugio Locatelli – Tre Cime | Mountain Hut |
| Day 3 | Rifugio Locatelli – Rifugio Pratopiazza | Mountain Hut |
| Day 4 | Rifugio Pratopiazza – Lago di Braies | Braies |
| Day 5 | Lago di Braies – Senes – Pederu – Fanes | Mountain Hut |
| Day 6 | Fanes – Medesc – Alta Badia – Rifugio Gardenaccia | Mountain Hut |
| Day 7 | Gardenaccia – rifugio Puez - San silvestro / Wolkenstein |
On this seven day trek, you'll encounter some of the world's most beautiful alpine scenery, including three of the most famous peaks in the Dolomites: the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Hike between mountain huts high in the beautiful Northern Dolomites, traverse sheer rock walls using the area's famous via ferrati, and enjoy authentic Italian cuisine in cozy refugi lodges along the route. Read more
#2 The Laugavegur Trek, Iceland - 8 Days
Landmannalaugar
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Reykjavík & Self-Guided Tour | Reykjavik |
| Day 2 | Landmannalaugar Mountain & Volcano Trekking | Landmannalaugar |
| Day 3 | Rhyolite Mountains Trek - Hrafntinnusker to Lake Álftavatn | Lake Alftavatn |
| Day 4 | Cross the Emstrur Desert & View Hattafell | Emstrur-Botnar Hut |
| Day 5 | Explore Þórsmörk Valley | Thorsmork |
| Day 6 | Þórsmörk - Discover Goðalönd and Fimmvorduhals Pass | Thorsmork |
| Day 7 | Final Hike in Þórsmörk & Return to Reykjavík | Reykjavik |
| Day 8 | Visit the Blue Lagoon & Depart From Reykjavík |
Discover Iceland's famous Laugavegur Trail on this eight-day adventure. Journey through an active geothermal world of lava fields, the Rhyolite Mountains, and snow-covered passes. Cross through a black-sand desert and reach the enchanting, native forestry. Enjoy the wild and rare flora and fauna, typical Icelandic food, and hot springs. This back-to-basics camping trek follows a rhythm designed to maximize your connection to—and enjoyment of—this unique environment. Available as a guided or self-guided tour, luggage transport can be arranged if you prefer to trek with just a day pack. Read more
Chat with a local specialist who can help organize your trip.
#3 Tour du Mont Blanc Self-Guided Trek, France, Italy, Switzerland - 10 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Geneva & Transfer to Chamonix | Chamonix |
| Day 2 | Chamonix - Les Houches - Les Contamines - Montjoie | Les Contamines Montjoie |
| Day 3 | Les Contamines-Montjoie - Notre-Dame-de-la-Gorge - Les Chapieux | Les Chapieux |
| Day 4 | Les Chapieux - Col de la Seigne Pass - Val Veny - Courmayeur | Courmayeur |
| Day 5 | Courmayeur - Rifugio Bertone - Rifugio Bonatti | Rifugio Bonatti |
| Day 6 | Rifugio Bonatti - Grand Col Ferret Pass - Champex | |
| Day 7 | Champex - Bovine/Fenêtre d’Arpette - Trient | Trient |
| Day 8 | Trient - Col de Balme Pass - Argentière | Argentiere |
| Day 9 | Argentière - Col des Montets Pass - Lac Blanc - Chamonix | Chamonix |
| Day 10 | Depart Chamonix |
Traverse over high mountain passes and through small alpine villages on this 10-day trek around the famous peak. Start and end in Chamonix, the self-proclaimed "French capital of Alpinism". See why this town got its nickname as you explore the Alps on foot, wandering through peaceful meadows and taking in the sweeping views. Read more
#4 Hut-to-Hut Hiking in the Slovenian Alps - 6 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Ljubljana, Transfer for your Hotel | Ljubljana |
| Day 2 | Enjoy walking at Lakes Bled and Bohinj | Bohinj |
| Day 3 | Hiking in the Julian Alps | |
| Day 4 | Hiking in the Valley of the Seven Lakes (Hut-to-Hut Trek Day 2/3) | Mountain Hut |
| Day 5 | Hiking in the land of Alpine pastures | Bohinj |
| Day 6 | Explore the emerald Soca river valley |
Explore the beautiful landscapes of the Slovenian Alps with this six-day hiking tour of the country that includes staying in cozy mountain huts, trekking through Triglav National Park, visiting famous Lake Bled and its less-famous but equally-dazzling neighbor, Lake Bohinj, discovering the Soča Valley, and lots more. Read more
#5 Hike Scotland's Highlands & Islands: Glen Coe, Ben Nevis & the Isle of Skye - 9 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive at Bridge of Orchy | bridge of orchy |
| Day 2 | Bridge of Orchy to Kingshouse | Glencoe |
| Day 3 | Kinghouse to Kinlochleven | Kinlochleven |
| Day 4 | Kinlochleven to Fort William | Fort William |
| Day 5 | Fort William & Ben Nevis | Fort William |
| Day 6 | The Jacobite Express Steam Train & Isle of Skye | Broadford |
| Day 7 | Hike Skye's Southern Coast | Broadford |
| Day 8 | Explore the Isle of Skye | Broadford |
| Day 9 | Travel to Glasgow & Departure | Glasgow |
This active 9-day hiking itinerary travels through some of Scotland’s most spectacular landscapes. Starting in the heart of the Highlands, you’ll walk along the West Highland Way, experiencing the wild beauty of Rannoch Moor and Glen Coe. The first leg of your walking journey ends at the adventure capital of Fort William, where you’ll get the chance to scale Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest peak. After a memorable ride on the historic Jacobite Express Steam Train, board a ferry for the Isle of Skye, where you’ll have three days to explore the rugged mountains, secluded coves, and idyllic villages of the Inner Hebrides. Read more
#6 Chamonix to Zermatt Walker's Haute Route, Switzerland - 7 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Geneva & Transfer to Sion | Sion |
| Day 2 | Sion – Thyon 2000 – Col de Prafleuri Pass – Prafleuri hut | Prafleuri Hut |
| Day 3 | Prafleuri Hut - Col des Roux & Col de Riedmatten Pass - Arolla | Arolla |
| Day 4 | Arolla - Col Torrent Pass & Lake Moiry - Zinal | Zinal |
| Day 5 | Zinal - Col de la Forcletta Pass - Grüben | Grüben |
| Day 6 | Grüben - Augstborg Pass - St. Niklaus - Zermatt | Zermatt |
| Day 7 | Depart Zermatt |
Hike through thick pine forests, visit traditional Swiss villages, and look for wildlife (like ibex and marmots) on this 7-day trekking itinerary through the Swiss Alps. Cross the high-elevation Col de Riedmatten Pass, traverse mountainside, and hike along glacier foothills as you make your way east towards Zermatt, which sits at the base of the Matterhorn. At night, cozy up in huts and small villages that retain an authentic alpine feel. Read more