• Italy: Classic Tuscany
• Italy: Villages & Volcanoes of Southern Italy
• Spain: The Grand Traverse
• France: Hiking the French Riveria

Hike amid a glorious landscape of pillars, pinnacles, and colossal rock walls in Italy's Dolomites! Enjoy the very best of the region: spellbinding views by day, deluxe hotels by night (including spa options!), plus the region's fascinating culture and cuisine. 9 days. Moderate.

Discover a romantic, forgotten area of old Europe, the Douro River! Winding through the heart of Portugal’s port wine region, we'll paddle our way to the Atlantic Coast, enjoying sumptuous port wine tastings, hearty Portuguese country cooking, and luxurious stays in romantic Baroque-style quintas (wine farm manors). 9 days. Easy.

Cutting a swath from Bilbao to Barcelona, we visit the celebrated Guggenheim Museum before heading out on foot to traverse the Pyrenees, the dazzling mountain border between Spain and France. By day, we tackle challenging trails through an enchanting landscape of flower-filled meadows and sparkling lakes, while at night, we relax in picturesque country inns and luxurious paradores and enjoy an eclectic taste of Basque, Aragon, and Catalan culture . 9 days. Strenuous.

The Picos de Europa are home to impressive limestone spires, cavernous gorges, and rugged trails that lead to isolated villages untouched by the hand of time. Here, we can witness the rich Asturian culture (of Celtic root!) that makes this region so unique, while also enjoying the beautiful mountains, challenging trails, and optional rock climbing that has made the Picos de Europa a favorite destination among travelers who prefer to get "off the beaten path." 8 days. Strenuous.

Learn more about all of our Private Adventures across Europe, including the following options in Italy and France.

• FRANCE: The Heart of Provence
• ITALY: Hiking Hidden Tuscany Private Adventure
• ITALY: Hiking the Dolomites Private Adventure
• ITALY: Hiking Piemonte's Wine Region Private Adventure

Learn more about all of our adventures throughout Europe:

• The British Isles & the Far North (England, Scotland, Wales, Greenland, Iceland, and Norway)
• The Alps (France, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland)
• Eastern Europe & the Balkans (Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Czech Republic, Georgia, Greece, Montenegro, Russia, Slovenia, and Turkey)