The best multi day hikes in the world (2025 edition)

Welcome to this article with the 24 best multi day hikes in the world. This blog has been online ever since I launched my website in 2014 and has ever since been one of my popular reads. What makes it so strong is that all hikes mentioned below I have experienced myself in full. Some I have done even more than once or twice. As an avid hiker, who spends most of her time hiking, I have done more than 100 multi day hikes all over the world. This list includes 25 of my favorite ones.
 
I’ve decided to mention the trails by region so the order below is definitely not the order in which they are my favorite. However … if you continue reading you will find out which one is my absolute favorite trek in the world!
 
Note that I wrote this article for the first time in 2014 and fully updated it in October 2025

The best multi day hikes in Europe

I did most of the multiday hikes in the Netherlands (my homecountry) and in Europe. When I started hiking in 2004, I had never thought that there would be so many hiking trails in Europe. Although I have done countless trips in the Netherlands (my former homecountry, I moved to Sweden three years ago), I have not mentioned them all, but only two of my favorites. The list would otherwise be endless as you can easily walk all your life in Europe and not hit a trail twice. Here are my favorite hikes in Europe:

Pieterpad, The Netherlands

I walked various long distance hikes in The Netherlands here but the Pieterpad (Path of St. Peter) is the best one you can do. There is a lot of variety in the landscape and it’s easy to hike from town to town, so you can either do it in one go or like I did, in a couple of years. The parts near Limburg and Salland were definitely my favorites.

Duration: about 26 days
Length: 492 km
Difficulty: easy
Best time of the the year to hike it: year round
Departs from: you can start walking anywhere
Where to get supplies: in nearly every village you will walk through

Krijtlandpad, The Netherlands

My other favorite hike in the Netherlands is the Krijtlandpad in the province of South Limburg. I walked this 90-kilometer trek on two weekends and I thought it was a wonderful trip to practice for more serious work in alpine terrain. The rolling landscapes, marl plateau and the charming Limburg villages really made it a perfect hike in my own country.
 
Duration: approx. 6 days
Length: 90 km
Difficulty: easy
Departure: Maastricht or Vaals
Where to get supplies: in Maastricht, Vaals, Eupen and Gulpen

Lee Trail, Luxemburg

The Lee Trail in Luxembourg is one of the best 3 day hikes in Europe that will make your calves burn considerably and is certainly not suitable for unexperienced hikers. I hiked the Lee Trail with a full pack and I can tell you that it was pretty tough for someone who lives in a flat country.

The trail runs from Ettelbrück to Kautenbach and a train connects the beginning with the end. Along the way you can camp or sleep in hotels and the altitude gain per day varies between 500 and 800 meters. One of the best views you have from the Gringlee (473 m.) Deep into the valley, at the end of day 1 just before the descent. Although the trail is not very technical, there are some steep parts in it that require the necessary effort and attention.
 
Duration: 3 days
Length: 53 km
Difficulty: medium
Departure: Ettelbrück or Kautenbach
Where to get supplies: only in Ettelbrück

Mullerthal Trail, Luxembourg

A more famous multi-day hiking tour in Luxembourg is the Mullerthal Trail. This trail is in my opinion one of the most beautiful trails in Europe and offers the necessary challenge for both novice and more advanced hikers. It consists of 6 stages in 3 loops that are all between 15 and 25 kilometers. The Mullerthal is also called the Switzerland of Luxembourg (or Little Switzerland) and is made by bizarre rock formations, splashing streams and deep fairytale like forests.
 
Duration: 6 days
Length: 112 km
Difficulty: medium
Departure: From Echternach, Mullerthal or Larochette
Where to get supplies: in Echternach or Larochette
 
Read more:
– Hiking the Mullerthal Trail in Luxembourg

Berliner Höhenweg, Austria

WOW! That was the feeling I got when I hiked the first day of the Berliner Höhenweg in Austria. I steadily hiked up to my first overnight stay and within a couple of hours I was right in the heart of the Zillertaler Alps. From here onwards the hike is just stunning.

You’ll walk old cattle trails which can be extremely narrow, the drop offs are big and so there is no space for fear of heights. It’s incredibly gorgeous though, you will love the glaciers and the mountain peaks surrounding you! It’s an alpine hike exactly the way an alpine hike should be!
 
Duration: between 2-7 days
Length: 70 km
Difficulty: strenuous
Best time of the the year to hike it: July, August, early September
Departs from: Finkenberg (near Mayrhofen)
Where to get supplies: you can buy meals in the mountain huts

Alpe Adria Trail – Austria, Slovenia and Italy

According to National Geographic, the Alpe Adria Trail is one of the most beautiful long-distance walks in Europe. This 750 kilometer long trek is a gem among the multiday treks in Europe and still relatively unknown, so you will not come across many hikers. The trail starts at the foot of the Grossglockner (Alpe) and ends at the Adriatic Sea (Adria) and takes you through Carinthia in Austria, Italy and Slovenia. I hiked three sections in Austria and several sections in Slovenia. It’s good to know that you can walk from hotel to hotel, there are only a few mountain huts on the way and camping is limited.
 
Duration: 43 days
Length: 750 km
Gravity: medium
Departure: Kaiser-Franz-Josefs-Höhe, Carinthia
 
Want to read more? Then check this page with all my Alpe Adria Trail blogs.

Moselsteig, Germany

Lets move on to Germany, where they might actually have the most multi day hikes in Europe. I hiked countless of them (mostly part of it because they are often hundreds of kilometers) and one of my favorites is the Moselsteig. I have done this trail in several weekends and loved every second of it. Although some climbs can be sturdy, there’s plenty of easier sections, too. Unfortunately, camping is very limited on this hike but there’s very affordable hotels and pensions in most villages, especially if you hike outside the summer months.
 
Duration: approx. 20 days
Length: 365 km
Difficulty: medium
Departure: Trier
Where to buy supplies: possible in most villages along the way

Albsteig Schwarzwald

The Albsteig Schwarzwald in the Black Forest is another favorite of my multi day hikes in Germany. What a special trail this is! This medium-length hiking trail leads you through the hills of the southern German landscape along waterfalls, over narrow mountain paths and crystal clear lakes. In the spring you can still have a chance of snow at Feldberg, the winter sports resort of southern Germany. There was still snow when I got to the summit mid-May.
 
Duration: 7 days
Length: 83 km
Gravity: medium
Departure: Albbruck
Where to buy supplies: en route in Görwihl and St. Blasien
 
Further reading:
– Hiking in the Black Forest in Germany

Hřebenovka Trail in Czechia

I recently hiked the Hřebenovka Trail in Bohemian Switzerland in Czechia. I usually go hiking in Czechia every other year and it’s nowadays one of my favorite hiking destinations, especially because their trails are so well maintained.

The Hřebenovka trail is one of the newest long distance hikes and the section through Bohemian Switzerland is actually the only well developed part of the trail. It’s just over 100 kilometers and absolutely stunning as well as challenging, with many ladders and stairs to be climbed and descended. Unfortunately, this region was fit by forest fires in 2023 which means that some sections of the trail are currently rerouted, however I hiked it recently (May 2025) and I still absolutely loved it. More can be found on this website.

Laugavegur, Iceland

Time to move onto the nordic destinations, my favorite places in the world. Just a 3-hour flight from mainland Europe you will find an unprecedented wilderness in the area that is also called “land of fire and ice”. I’m of course talking about Iceland, undoubtedly known for the recent volcanic eruptions.

The Laugavegur trail is located in the southern interior of Iceland: a beautiful 3- to 4-day hike. The hike starts at the rhyolite mountains of Landmannalaugar and takes you over high peaks and deep valleys to the green Thórsmörk, overlooking the famous Eyjafjallajökull volcano.

Along the way you will come across hot springs, glaciers and wild swirling rivers. I think that, even though I did this trip about 10 years ago, it is still the most beautiful hike that I have ever done. I’ve returned to Iceland many times ever since and would love to hike this trail again one day.
 
Duration: 3-4 days
Distance: 55 km
Difficulty: medium, in poor weather strenuous
Best time of the the year to hike it: July and August
Departs from: from Landmannalaugar, which can be reached by bus from Reykjavík
Where to get supplies: only in Landmannalaugar or Thórsmörk
 
Want to read more?
– Hiking the Laugavegur in Iceland: a day to day description
– All you want to know about hiking in Landmannalaugar

Kungsleden, Sweden

I started my trekking in Sweden in 2018 and in 2021 I decided to move to Swedish Lapland as the landscape captured me and I just wanted to spend there as much time as possible. Eventually I moved in 2023 and now call the Kungsleden region my home.

This legendary trek in Sweden is 425 kilometers long and takes you through Lapland, from Abisko National Park in the north to Hemavan in the south. The upper part is the easiest accessible and therefore also the busiest. My personal favorite section is the one between Ammarnäs and Hemavan, which I hiked several times, also as a tour guide.

The fun thing is you also have to cross a number of lakes on this last leg, possibly by rowing boat, on various sections. The great thing about the Kungsleden is that you can camp anywhere, this ensures that you stay overnight at particularly beautiful locations.
 
Duration: approx. 30 days
Length: 425 km
Difficulty: medium
Departure: Abisko (north) or Hemavan (south), possibly half way in Kvikkjokk or Saltoluokta
 
Read more about the Kungsleden in these articles:
– Kungsleden hike from Kvikkjokk to Saltoluokta
– Kungsleden hike from Ammarnäs to Hemavan
 

Lapplandsleden, Sweden

If you wish to go beyond the Kungsleden, then consider Lapplandsleden. This 190 kilometer long trail connects with Kungsleden in Hemavan and was only opened in 2021. This makes that you’ll be hiking quite a new trail, which markings in many places yet not everywhere an actual trail in sight. As opposed to Kungsleden, there are no STF cabins on this trail and therefor you can only hike it with your tent. This said, it’s truly one of the most stunning trails there are.

Duration: approx. 10-12 days
Length: 190 km
Difficulty: medium
Departure: Hemavan or Borgafjäll

Further reading:
– A full guide to Lapplandsleden
– The best multi day hikes in Sweden

Aurlandsdalen, Norway

There are plenty of multi day hikes in Norway and Aurlandsdalen is one of the lesser known ones. This two-day hike takes you through what’s also called ‘the Grand Canyon of Norway’ and is quite different from the fjord hikes that are usually mentioned when you talk about hiking in Norway. Because I was traveling early in the season, I only walked day two of this trail, from Østerbø to Vassbygdi.
 
Duration: 2 days
Length: 40 km
Difficulty: medium
Departure: Geiteryggen
Where to buy supplies: none

Glen Affric, Scotland

An unknown and not too heavy two-day trek that you can make in Scotland is this to Glen Affric Youth Hostel. This inn is at least a four-hour walk from civilization and is a great base for a trip through one of the most beautiful glens in Scotland. This two-day walk is part of The Affric Kintail Way and the Great Glen Way. Book your overnight stay in advance, the hostel is always fully booked. There are several approach routes, I parked in Morvich and walked up and down from here to the hostel.
 
Duration: 2 days
Length: 30 km
Gravity: medium
Departure: Morvich
Where to buy supplies: limited at the hostel
 
Also read: the best hikes in Scotland

Most beautiful multi day hikes in Asia

To be honest, I am not a huge Asia fan. At least, it is not on my number 1 list of must-sees. Except Nepal, because Nepal is really a great place for a multi day hike. I have traveled to Asia six times in recent years and made a trek five times, three of which I share in this article. Here they are:

Mount Rinjani, Indonesia

Mount Rinjani is an active volcano on Lombok that you can climb with a guide. I walked a three-day version myself: from Sembalun to the crater rim, via the summit to Senaru Rim and from the Rim back to Senaru. This hike is certainly one of the toughest I have ever walked (especially day two) and it is certainly not for the unfit ones. Please consider this before setting off as deadly accidents happen every year on this trail.
 
Duration: 2 or 3 days
Length: depending on the opening possibilities
Difficulty: hard
Departure: Sembalun
Where to buy supplies: guides carry your food (independent trekking is prohibited!)
 
I often receive questions about which organization I went with: I booked with Rinjani Trekking Club, one of the most reliable organizations.
 
Read more:
– Climbing Mount Rinjani: from hell to heaven and back
 
Also find afforable trips to Rinjani below:

Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo, Nepal

Mount Everest Base Camp Trek is definitely high on the list, but just the one that will lead you through Gokyo. This version will take you about 3-4 days longer than the regular Mount Everest Base Camp trek, but it’s well worth it, so make sure you have enough time. Not only will you sleep under the wings of Cho Oyu but also you can see the famous emerald colored Gokyo Lakes and you can climb Gokyo Ri, in case the weather allows it. The climb across Cho La Pass is difficult and not for the faint hearted but trust me, when I can do it, you can!
 
Duration: 15 days
Length: 220 km
Difficulty: demanding, mostly because of the altitude
Best time of the the year to hike it: October, November, March and April
Departs from: from Lukla, you will fly here from Kathmandu
Where to get supplies: in tea houses along the way you can buy anything you may need
 
Find prices and availability for the trek below:

Further reading:
– Things that nobody tells you about hiking to Everest Base Camp
– Nepal: a head filled with emotions, to Everest Base Camp and back
– How to survive to flight to Lukla, your starting point of EBC trek

Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Nepal

The other Base Camp trek in Nepal that I did is Annapurna Base Camp trek, or Annapurna Sanctuary. This trek is considerably shorter than EBC and a good multi-day walk in the Himalayas for beginners. You walk through the famous Poon Hill in about a week to Annapurna Base Camp, where I spent the night. Due to hard winters I’m unsure if it’s currently possible to spend the night in Annapurna Base Camp at the moment, or if you’ll have to stay in Machhapuchare Base Camp a few hours away, but once booking you will be advised about the best options.
 
Duration: 7-10 days
Spring: approx. 110 km (depending on the final route)
Difficulty: medium
Departure: from Pokhara
Provisioning: everything you need is available in teahouses en route
 
Further reading:
– Trek to Annapurna Base Camp: all you need to know
– Which trek to choose: Annapurna Base Camp or Everest Base Camp

The most beautiful multi-day hikes in South America

South America is big. Very big! I did several multi-day hikes there and in this section of the most beautiful multi-day hikes in the world I share three different hikes in three countries with you!
 

9. The Inca Trail, Peru

This was my first ever multi day hike in the world, I did it in 2006. The Inca Trail is crowded yet it’s one of those things you will have to do when in Peru: hike the Inca Trail. The moment you arrive at the Sun Gate and see the sun rise over Machu Picchu is one I will never forget.
 
Duration: 4 days
Length: 43 km
Difficulty: medium – strenuous beause of the altitude
Best time of the the year to hike it: May until October
Departs from: Ollyantaytambo or Cusco
Where to get supplies: meals are included, you will have to bring your own snacks
 
This trek must be booked well in advance as spots and permits are limited, find the best options below:

5. W-trek, Torres del Paine, Chile

This was a trek I have some bad memories from. My former partner and me both got sick and once we got out of the park, I got a message that I needed to call home immediately. The trek is stunning though and when I recently wrote a post about it, I recalled the pure beauty of this part of Patagonia. In five days you hike from spectacular rock formations to lakes filled with icebergs and across scary swing bridges. If you ever make it to this part of the world, make sure to do the W-trek, it’s one of the best 5 day hiking trails in the world for sure!

Note: you MUST book the huts and campsites well ahead as this trail has become incredibly popular over the past years and accommodation sells out fast each season.
 
Duration: 4-5 days
Length: 70 km
Difficulty: easy-medium
Best time of the the year to hike it: November until April
Departs from: Torres del Paine NP
Where to get supplies: you can buy meals in the refugios or bring your own in case you are camping
 
Want to read more?
– All you want to know about hiking the W-trek in Patagonia
– Travel tips for Torres del Paine National Park

Cerro Tronador, Argentina

This isn’t really a multi day trek but because the final destination is just super stunning, I wanted to add it to the list anyway. You will be trekking to Refugio Otto Meiling, located in the area around Cerro Tronador in Argentinean Patagonia.

It’s not a very hard trek and the way up is the same as the way down but man, it’s so gorgeous. Especially when you get above the tree line and you are surrounded by glaciers! When the last rays of sun light up the ice at night, you know for sure you have reached a very special place!
 
Duration: 2 days
Length: 28 km
Difficulty: medium
Best time of the the year to hike it: December until March
Departs from: by bus from Bariloche or from Pampa Linda if you have your own vehicle
Where to get supplies: you can eat in the refugio
 
Want to read more?
– Hiking to Refugio Otto Meiling

The best multi-day hikes in Oceania

I’ll end this article with Australia and my most favorite country in the world: New Zealand. The latter is really the ultimate destination when you enjoy hiking (or tramping as they call it there) and I have therefore selected four different hikes for you. Plus one in Tasmania, also a top hiking destination!
 

The Overland Track, Tasmania

The Overland Track in Tasmania is one of the most famous multi day hiking trails in Australia. It has become rather famous as it has been raved about by Cheryl Staryed and guess what… I had poor weather nearly every day! There’s obviously nothing you can do about that but it does influence your opinion about the track. Still I had an awesome time and I would not have want to have missed it. If you are ever in Tasmania, make sure to make this trek a priority! It’s by far one of the best week long hikes in the world!
 
Duration: 6 days
Length: 65 km
Difficulty: medium
Best time of the the year to hike it: November until April
Departs from: Cradle Mountain National Park
Where to get supplies: you will carry everything yourself
 
Want to read more?
– Hiking the Overland Track in Tasmania, a complete guide
– The best hikes in Tasmania

The Routeburn Track, New Zealand

The most beautiful multi-day trek in New Zealand is without a doubt the Routeburn Track. I did it four times, for the first time in 2011 and most recently in 2023. You typically take three days to hike it, from the mountainous Mount Aspiring National Park to the wet and green Fiordland National Park. It is a highly sought-after trek that is normally fully booked almost a year in advance, so making reservations in time is a must. You can do this on the Department of Conservation website.
 
Duration: 3 days
Length: 32 km
Weight: medium
Departure: from Queenstown or The Divide
Provisioning: none, you take everything yourself
 
Further reading:
– The Routeburn Track from day to day

Kepler Track, New Zealand

Out of the ten Great Walks in New Zealand, I have walked nine. It’s hard to decide which was the best because all of them I did were stunning, yet the Kepler Track was the most memorable. Why? Day two is a ridge walk that leads you across the peaks of the Kepler Mountains with the most stunning 360 degree panoramas. Even though you are just a one day walk away from the rest of the world, it feels like there is no end to the views and that you are really far away from any means of civilization. Tip: just like the Routeburn Track, you must book all huts ahead because it’s a very popular trek.
 
Duration: 4 days
Length: 60 km
Difficulty: day 1-2 medium, day 3-4 easy
Best time of the the year to hike it: November until April
Departs from: Te Anau
Where to get supplies: you bring all your food
 
Want to read more?
– Hiking the Kepler Track in New Zealand
– The best hikes in New Zealand

Greenstone Caples Track, New Zealand

And last but not least: another unknown hike in New Zealand: the Greenstone & Caples Track. This quiet trail is located one valley south of the Routeburn Track and is therefore a great alternative if it is fully booked. The cabins are not bookable (“first come, first serve”) and when I walked it turned out that it was not necessary because the trail is not hiked a lot. You can also connect it to the Routeburn Track or other hiking trails in the same region.
 
Duration: 4 days
Length: 59 km
Difficulty: medium
Departure: Greenstone Road End
Provisioning: limited in Glenorchy, otherwise in Queenstown, not along the way
 
Read more:
– Trekking on the Greenstone Caples Track in New Zealand
 

Conclusion

So, that’s my list of 24 top multi day hikes in the world. Looking back at it, I have done some seriously good hiking over the past years. Many haven’t even made the list. How do you like our list of best multi day hikes? Which one should we go on next? I hope that you enjoyed our list of best trekkings in the world and feel free to drop your questions and comments below!