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Madeira

From 20/09 to 27/09/2025

Rediscovered in 1419 by the Portuguese, the island was uninhabited and densely forested at the time, and was called The Island of Wood (Madeira in Portuguese). Known as "the island of eternal spring", it is a paradise for trekking lovers, thanks to its variety of breathtaking landscapes: spectacular cliffs, imposing mountains and lush forests. In addition, UNESCO has included its beautiful Laurisilva forest, located in the northern region, among the world heritage sites. The island still belongs to Portugal today and is part of a volcanic archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Thanks to its geographical position, the Gulf Stream and its mountainous nature, it is characterized by a mild and humid climate, and for this reason the island is rich in tropical flowers and fruits. Immersed in this nature, we will hike through the heart of the island with its peaks Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo, we will walk along ancient irrigation channels "Levadas" and we will push ourselves to the most eastern part of the island Ponta de Sao Lourenco.

DAILY PROGRAM

20 sePtembeR: FLIGHT TO Madeira

Departure from Milan Malpensa Airport (or other city) to reach our destination, Madeira. Arrival on the island, accommodation in our hotel and dinner. We sleep for the entire duration of our trek in a cosy hotel in Funchal in the artistic center of the city where every little corner deserves a photo!

21 september: levada do caldeirao – ilha

Breakfast. We begin to discover the island by walking along the famous Levadas, canals built to irrigate crops. A path that follows the waterline and immerses itself in the part of the forest made up of Laurisilva. Along the way, rocky walls, waterfalls and tunnels are part of our landscape. A deep green envelops us in this landscape of primeval forest. The return on foot takes us to the town of Ilha to make our first day more exciting. Late in the day, return to our accommodation in Funchal. Dinner and overnight stay.
15km, 5h walking time, height difference approx. +/-170m

22 september: ribeiro frio – portela

Breakfast. This morning we take public transportation to the central part of the island where our adventure has already begun! We go down to the Ribeiro pass and from here we begin a long Levada that slowly descends along a path of water, immersed in the forest that accompanies us with its sounds and colors. Finally we reach Portela from where a bus takes us back to the capital! Relax in our hotel, then dinner and overnight stay.
12km, 4h approx. walking time, height difference +50/-260m

23 september: urban trekking in funchal

In the morning, after breakfast, we take some time to visit this beautiful capital where we start to feel the importance of Madeira as an island of the great Portuguese empire. A full immersion in the interweaving of colors and exotic fruits, sounds and mixtures of distant echoes.

After this guided visit we take a few more hours for ourselves and then continue our discoveries and end the day visiting the southern part, which we reach on foot through a Levada surrounded by inhabited houses. We arrive at a typical restaurant where we will enjoy dinner. Return by bus to our accommodation.

24 september: pico do ariero – pico ruvio

Breakfast. Today we will walk on one of the most famous paths in Europe, a path among the clouds that touches the highest peak of the island with its 1818 m. An intense walk that allows us to observe the island from above and see its deep valleys. If time allows, we can go down to the town of Monte which was the residence of the Last Austro-Hungarian Emperor and visit the famous Botanical Garden. Return to our accommodation and dinner.
8km, 5h walking time, height difference +-600m

25 september: manchico – porto cruz

Breakfast. Today’s route winds along the north-east coastal part of Madeira, and through a long balcony path we reach one of the most beautiful villages on the island, the small Puerto de la Cruz. High cliffs, the sea and panoramas of colors and lights are the strong elements of today’s excursion! At the end of the day, in addition to spending some time at the port, a surprise related to a famous local production of the island awaits us. Return to Funchal and dinner.
15km, 5h walking time, height difference +100m/-250m

26 september: lamaceiros – valle de janela

Breakfast. A walk in a deep valley where one of the longest rivers on the island flows is today’s route, to get to know this corner of the western part of the island. We end this day with a beautiful sunset and perhaps the possibility of a swim in the pools of Porto Muniz. Return to accommodation and dinner.
11km, 4h walking time, height difference +/-100m

27 september: back to home!

After breakfast we have some free time to spend in Funchal, and after saying goodbye to this beautiful island we move towards the airport and board our return flight. End of tour.

trekking guide: FEDERICA AMADUCCI

Please note: excursions may be modified due to bad weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

TRIP INFO & DETAILS

difficULTY LEVEL:

Intermediate. The walks includes average distances of 10-12km with maximum differences in altitude of 600m uphill/downhill. It does not present any technical difficulty, however a bit of resistance and good legs are required. Some short exposed stretches, although not dangerous. You walk on average 4-5 hours a day including stops.

group size:

Max. 10-12 participants

path description:

We walk on forest and mid-range mountain paths, dirt or country roads. Some stretches of asphalt (with limited traffic).

required hiking gear:

Trekking boots with well profiled soles, preferably ankle-high. Small 25-30l day backpack, suitable clothing with hiking pants (NO JEANS!) and technical trekking shirts, they must be able to dry quickly. Before departure you will receive a comprehensive list of gear to bring.

Climate:

Ideal for hiking with pleasant and relatively warm days, highs between +20-22C°. Mornings and evenings possibly cool. Bring some warm clothing (fleece or long-sleeved sweater, windbreaker). Possible showers or seasonal thunderstorms.

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€ 1490 flight not included

local transportation included
breakfasts and dinners
guided excursions
the lush landscapes of the rainforest
the colonial architecture of Funchal
tropical fruits, healthy foods, great local cuisine

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CHF 1440 flight not included

local transportation included
breakfasts and dinners
guided excursions
the lush landscapes of the rainforest
the colonial architecture of Funchal
tropical fruits, healthy foods, great local cuisine

tour available

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Crete: sea & gorges

From 2/10 to 9/10/2025

A spectacular exotic dive into the wildest coast of Crete, the extreme south of Europe, between the karst plateaus and the rocky gorges that plunge into the Libyan Sea. Between the mountains of the Gods and the legends of the Minoan Era, the rugged coast of the Sfakia region, the only one never to have been conquered by invaders, will give us truly unique emotions. We will be enchanted by the natural beauty of the island of Zeus and the wholesome hospitality of the islanders, sharing traditions and excellent local cuisine.

Note: We stay in the lovely town of Paleochora, our fixed base camp, and we walk along stretches of the E4 path with transfers by land or sea to the trailheads.

DAILY PROGRAM

2 oCtobeR: FLIGHT TO Chania

Meeting at Bergamo airport, check-in and direct flight to Chania. Transfer to the center towards our accommodation in the city. Visit of the old city with its romantic Venetian port, the maze of narrow streets in the Ottoman quarter and the pastel-colored period houses that frame the ideal seafront for a walk.
Dinner and overnight stay

3 october: transfer to paleochora

Breakfast. We still have the morning to dedicate to “Chania” perhaps visiting the rich archaeological museum or simply browsing in the suggestive local market. In the early afternoon transfer by bus going south to the coastal village of Paleochora, base of our excursions. Accommodation in a studio-type structure. Dinner.

4 october: Sougia – Paleochora – Temple of Lissos

After breakfast we begin our first day of walking by climbing a small gorge and reaching a balcony path that overlooks the sea and the temple of Lissos, an ancient settlement that was part of an autonomous city state founded by the Dorians. We then head inland past Cape Flomès on a suggestive plateau covered with shrubs. We then descend again towards the beach of Anidri where we can stop for a swim, and then continue until we take the dirt road that will take us to the town of Paleochora.
Dinner and overnight stay.
15,2 km, 5-6hr walking time, heigth difference +530m/-530m

5 october: Agia Irini gorge

Breakfast. We take a private van that drives us to the entrance of the lush gorge of Agia Irini. The path, mostly in the shade, follows the river bed along caves that open wide in the walls of the gorge among fig trees, oleanders, plane trees, wild sage and maritime pines. At the exit of the gorge, our private vehicle will be waiting for us and take us back to Paleochora, where we can refresh ourselves in the waters with a well deserved swim in one of the bays in town.
Dinner and overnight stay
8 km, 4,5h walking time, height difference +140m/-600m

6 october: Agia Roumeli – Loutro

Breakfast. We catch our ferry to the coastal settlement of Agia Roumeli from where we begin our excursion first passing by the ancient Byzantine church of Agios Pavlos, in a magnificent naturalistic context between the Mediterranean scrub and the wild goats called “agrimi” that dominate the landscape from above. We arrive at the bay of Marmara where we can have a nice swim in the turquoise waters and get some cold dring in a kiosk by the sea, before concluding at the town of Loutro from where we return by ferry to Paleochora. Dinner and overnight stay.
14,4 km, 5-6h walking time, height difference +480/-440m

7 october: Samaria gorge national park

Breakfast. Transfer by van to the town of Xiloscalo, located on the mountainous plateau of Omalos from where you officially enter the Samaria National Park, home to the most famous gorges in all of Crete. It is an area characterized by a rich biodiversity and some endemic flora and fauna in a truly suggestive context from which we can enjoy a breathtaking view of the peaks of Lefka Ori range (White Mountains). We descend the gorge progressively passing the ancient town of Samaria, which preserves an enchanting charm and then the narrowest and rockiest part until we emerge into the sea in the town of Agia Roumeli, where a nice regenerating swim awaits us before taking the ferry that will take us back to Paleochora.
Dinner and overnight stay
14,8 km, 5-6h walking time, height difference +250m/ -1100m

8 october: Krios – Elafonissi

Breakfast. With our van we move this time towards Krios, a beach located west of Paleochora from where we begin our last walk on Cretan soil alternating great views of the surrounding mountains and inviting coves.
We pass the beach of Kedrosasos and finally arrive at Elafonisi, with its very fine white and pink sand that contrasts with the crystalline water of this portion of the sea. Return by van to Paleochora, dinner and overnight stay.
10,5 km, 4h walking time, height difference +290m/-290m

9 october: return flight

Breakfast. We return by bus to Chania and transfer to the airport, where in the early afternoon we fly back to Bergamo. Arrival in the late afternoon, end of the tour.

Trekking Guide: Alessandro Oprandi

Note: Excursions may be modified due to bad weather or other unforeseen events.

TRIP INFO & DETAILS

DIFFICULTY LEVEL:

Intermediate. Good physical condition required, but still suitable for many who have a reasonable level of fitness. There is a stage with a 1000m drop (downhill regular gradient), so those with knee problems may have some discomfort.
You walk from 4 to 6 hours a day, covering distances between 8 to 15km.

group size:

Max. 10-12 participants

trail typology:

You walk on marked paths, some mountain and woodland trails, others with occasional stretches of sand and some short stretches on asphalt.

hiking gear:

Trekking boots with well profiled soles (preferably Vibram or similar), highly recommended ankle-high shoes.
20-25lt backpack with raincover, suitable clothing with hiking pants (NO JEANS!) and technical shirts, they must be able to dry quickly. Before departure you will receive a detailed list of what to bring.

Climate:

Still warm days but not excessively muggy, highs between +22C°-25C°. Possible cool mornings and evenings, especially on the mountain plateaus. Bring some warm clothing (fleece or long-sleeved sweater, windbreaker). Light chance of showers or seasonal thunderstorms.

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€ 1250 price with 8 participants, flights excluded

local transportation in Crete included
hotel/studio accommodation, double rooms
breakfast and dinners included
fabulous guided hikes
the long Cretan summer, swimming in the turquoise waters of the Libyan Sea
the incredible wild nature of Crete, between sea, rugged gorges and impressive peaks
the famous Cretan hospitality, with one of the best cuisines in Greece

tour available

CHF 1190 price with 8 participants, flights excluded

local transportation in Crete included
hotel/studio accommodation, double rooms
breakfast and dinners included
fabulous guided hikes
the long Cretan summer, swimming in the turquoise waters of the Libyan Sea
the incredible wild nature of Crete, between sea, rugged gorges and impressive peaks
the famous Cretan hospitality, with one of the best cuisines in Greece

tour available

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Morocco: Sahara Desert

From 22/11 to 30/11/2025

Experiential journey in the fascinating Sahara desert, among the highest sand dunes in Morocco. A 4-day crossing in the most pristine of the Erg (desert area consisting of sand arranged in dunes) to the rhythm of the camels and to the sound of the songs of the nomadic populations, oral heritage of the ancient caravan routes. From the last inhabited outpost before the "void land" we will move in a succession of emotions and infinite landscapes in the heart of this dune system (about 20 km long and 12 wide) letting ourselves be pampered by the sacred hospitality that you breathe in these remote places and the tasty Berber cuisine. There will be a visit to the teeming Marrakech, once the imperial city of western Morocco and to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO jewel rich in history.

DAILY PROGRAM

22 november: flight to Marrakech

Meeting at the airport, check-in and departure for Marrakech. Transfer to our accommodation and, depending on the remaining free time, we visit some attractions of the picturesque old fortified citadel (Medina), Jamma el Fna square, Berber souks, labyrinthine markets full of fabrics, jewelry, spices and various ceramics. Return to the hotel and dinner at a traditional restaurant.

23 november: transfer to the gates of desert

Breakfast. In the morning, transfer by private vehicle to the town of M’Hamid el Ghizlane located at the confluence of the Draa River at the gates of the desert. The journey lasts about 7-8 hours and will allow us to admire the landscape of the Hammada, the typical rocky plateau. From here we continue to our accommodation in a comfortable oasis. Dinner and overnight stay.

24 november: Sidi Naji

After breakfast, our first real day of desert adventure begins. We head towards the dunes and the sanctuary of Sidi Naji, between plateaus and undulating desert formations. We will camp in the heart of the dunes for the first night under the stars of the Sahara desert! Dinner and overnight.

25 november: Erg Ezzahar

Typical breakfast and departure for the magnificent dunes of Erg Ezzahar (the screaming dunes, for the light sound caused by the wind similar to a sigh), after crossing another endless desert plateau. This giant sea of sand dunes will offer us a spectacular view of the entire course of the Draa River with the characteristic tamarinds. It is the typical Sahara landscape that we have always imagined and we will feel indescribable emotions thinking that this is a route that has always been traveled by Bedouin merchants in this part of the desert. Dinner and overnight stay.

26 november: Erg Smar

We continue our crossing with our guides and camels towards the dunes of Erg Smar with its ancient abandoned village, in another succession of infinite panoramas. While we wait for our camp to be prepared we relax with a good mint tea enjoying the sunset and the feeling of peace and serenity that only the desert can give. Dinner and overnight stay.

27 november: Erg Chegaga

After breakfast, we leave the Erg Smar dune area to gradually enter the Erg Chegaga dunes, the highest dunes in Morocco. A nomadic atmosphere between simplicity and sharing will now accompany us on this last day of trekking in the desert. Dinner and overnight stay.

28 november: towards M’Hamid and transfer to Ait Ben Haddou

After breakfast, we will be picked up by a 4×4 off-road vehicle to return to the town of M’Hamid and from there we will say goodbye to the desert and move with a private minibus towards the fortified town (Ksar) of Ait-Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After dropping off our luggage at the facility, we visit this suggestive town built around in 1600AD with organic materials such as red mud. Situated on a hill, this fortification dominates the valley at the foot of the Atlas Mountains and in the past has often been used as a location in scenes of epic films such as Gladiator or Lawrence of Arabia. Possibility of booking a Hammam (Turkish bath) in the city. Overnight stay in hotel and dinner.

29 november: return to Marrakech

After breakfast, taxi to Ouarzazate and then at midday
bus to Marrakech. Free afternoon to discover the suggestive corners of this wonderful city on your own!
Dinner and overnight stay.

30 novembre: flight back home

Breakfast, then transfer to the airport, check-in formalities, passport control and return flight to Milan / Bergamo or other airport. End of tour.

Technical information about hiking in the desert
We walk 4 to 5 hours a day, covering around 15 km per stage
We sleep in a large tent, max 14 people, however those who want can sleep open-air under the stars!
Mattresses are provided, you must bring your own sleeping bag suitable for cold temperatures +3-5C.
Full meals/drinks provided during trekking, heavy baggage transported by camels.

Guide for this trekking: Alessandro Oprandi and local desertguides (French/English speaking)

Note: Excursions may be modified due to weather issues or other unforeseen events.

TRIP INFO & DETAILS

diFFICULTY LEVEL:

Moderately challenging. The walk involves average distances of about 15km per day on sand, with slight differences in altitude. It does not present any technical difficulty, however a bit of resistance and good fitness is required. Pleasant temperatures during the day (about +20-25C) but in the evening heat evaporates and it becomes cold up down to +4-5C. It therefore requires a spirit of adaptation both to withstand changes in temperature as well as to spend the night in spartan conditions in a tent. No toilet or shower in the desert. These small inconveniences are largely compensated by the magnificent and impressive nature of the Sahara, which will give fairytale emotions in contact with the infinite! You walk on average 5-6 hours per day including stops.

group size:

Max. 14 participants

trail info:

You walk on desert tracks, always on sand, with a local guide and accompanied by camels, used to transport luggage, kitchen and food. We have a cook who prepares all meals.

hiking gear:

Lightweight shoes or trekking sandals, with profiled soles. 25-30l day backpack (you will receive a detailed list of what to bring before departure), suitable clothing with hiking pants (NO JEANS!) and technical shirts. You will also need a hat and warm clothes for cold evenings. Bring your own sleeping bag that keeps minimum temperatures at +3-5C.

Climate:

Ideal for hiking on pleasant and relatively warm days, highs between +18C°-22C°. Quite cold mornings and evenings. Bring both short-sleeved and warm clothing (fleece or long-sleeved sweater, light gloves, windbreaker).

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€ 1220 min. 8 participants excluding flight cost

local transportation in Morocco
full board in the desert, breakfast and dinners in the cities
guided excursions with local French/English speaking guides in the desert
a thousand and one nights under the desert stars

TOUR AVAILABLE

CHF 1190 min. 8 participants excluding flight cost

local transportation in Morocco
full board in the desert, breakfast and dinners in the cities
guided excursions with local French/English speaking guides in the desert
a thousand and one nights under the desert stars

tour available

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Andalusia – from Ronda to Gibraltar

From 01/11 to 09/11/2025

Andalusia is synonymous with authentic Spain, steeped in history and centuries-old traditions. The architecture reflects the legacy of Arab domination, with the whitest cubic houses, the colorful ceramics and sky-blue majolica, the magnificent villages and the relaxed and cheerful lifestyle. We will walk from Ronda to Gibraltar, covering about 100km through enchanting "pueblos blancos", large green spaces and pastures, immense olive groves, cotton fields but also gorges and canyons furrowed by rushing torrents, watched over by colonies of vultures that circle always watching us and nest in the cliffs of these rugged mountains. We end up arriving at the Rock of Gibraltar, today still British territory and the last European outpost facing Morocco, once an impregnable fortress guarding Her Majesty's maritime traffic and today a truly surprising tourist destination! An amazing trek that will envelop us in magic and wonder, inside a Spain rich in colors and flavors.

DAILY PROGRAM

1 novembeR: FLIGTH TO MALAGA AND TRANSFER TO Ronda

Meeting at the airport, departure for Malaga and then we take a bus to Ronda, a splendid town among the oldest in Spain, perched on a 100m deep gorge. We arrive in the early afternoon, we have a few hours to wander the streets of the historic center. Then dinner and overnight stay.

2 november: Ronda – Montejaque

After breakfast, we say goodbye to Ronda and descend into the valley along the Via Serrana, a side path of the Camino de Santiago that will take us to the magnificent mountain village of Montejaque. We walk on hillsides amidst olive groves, vegetable gardens and small sheep and other livestock farms. The stage is not too long but very pleasant, the arrival in Montejaque is spectacular! Hotel accommodation, dinner and overnight stay.
12,4km, 4h walking time, height difference up/down +397/-450m

3 november: Montejaque – Cortes de la Frontera

Breakfast. Today the trail climbs gently to the Libar Plain, under imposing cliffs where vultures find a home and dozens circle silently in the sky. We then continue along a long, fairly flat stretch of immense cultivated fields, cow farms, then a short climb takes us to a solitary saddle under the Sierra de los Pinos and from here begins the descent to the village of Cortes de la Frontera.
Dinner at the hotel and overnight stay.
19,9km, 6h walking time, height difference up/down +584/-641m

4 november: Cortes de la Frontera – El Colmenar

Breakfast. A magnificent stage that begins by descending into the valley towards the village of Cañada del Real Tesoro, we then continue on dirt tracks inside fields and farms, and then continue along a coast of a rugged valley where the Guadiaro torrent flows below. We descend sharply until we reach the level of the river that we cross on a bridge that takes us to the other bank. We are inside the Canyon de las Buitreras, we climb steeply up the slope and when we reach the top a wonderful landscape opens up: the canyon widens slightly, hundreds of vultures circle above us and descending again towards the river we arrive at El Colmenar, a tiny but charming village that will welcome us tonight! Dinner at the hotel and overnight stay.
16km, 5h30min walking time, height difference up/down +403/-770m

5 november: El Colmenar – Jimena de la Frontera

Breakfast. Today’s stage begins uphill on green hills with wide views. Then we gradually descend in altitude and we see the Mediterranean Sea and the Rock of Gibraltar on the horizon, our final destination! We continue through beautiful agricultural plots, we pass through a lively town (San Pablo de Buceite) where we can stop for a beer! We finish with the last kilometers to Jimena de La Frontera, a beautiful “Pueblo Blanco” perched on a steep mountain ridge. We stay in a wonderful B&B run by only women! Dinner in a restaurant and overnight stay.
19,3km, 6h15min walking time, height difference up/down +450m/-579m

6 november: Jimena de la Frontera – Castellar Viejo de la Frontera

After breakfast we set off on this long stage, which is almost all flat except for the last stretch that takes us to Castellar Viejo. We follow the dirt road along the railway line, which cuts through huge cotton fields. Castellar Viejo de la Frontera is a small and picturesque medieval village located on a hill, overlooking the agricultural plain on one side and an artificial lake on the other. We sleep in the castle that today is transformed into a modern hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
21,2km, 5h45min walking time, height difference up/down +250m/-117m

7 november: Castellar Viejo de la Frontera – San Roque – La Linea de la Conception

Breakfast. We leave our castle and go down to the village of Castellar Nuevo. From here we take sandy paths inside a wonderful forest of maritime pines. It is a beautiful stretch, solitary and meditative. Leaving this enchanted forest, we continue towards San Roque, now the Rock of Gibraltar is ever closer, you can see the port of Algeciras and the sea… In San Roque, an urban center of 30,000 inhabitants we make a beer stop that marks the end of our walks. In the late afternoon we take the bus that takes us to La Linea de la Conception, a town on the border with Gibraltar. Arrival at the hotel, dinner in a typical restaurant and overnight stay.
21,2km, 6h45min walking time, height difference up/down +383m/-549m

8 november: gibraltar rock!

Breakfast. Our hotel is 400m from the border with Gibraltar, which is still a UK territory and you will therefore have to go through customs and a PASSPORT is required to enter this small stretch of land. We then enter a new “nation” and take the bus to the departure of the famous cable car that takes us to the top of the rock of Gibraltar. A friendly colony of macaques lives here, funny and clever animals (watch out for your backpacks, they have learned to open the zips and rummage around looking for food!). A pedestrian path takes us to the top of this incredible cliff that drops vertically into the sea. The view is simply breathtaking, just 13km from the sea you can see the coasts of Morocco with the Rif Mountains, the entire Gulf of Algeciras and the confluence of the Mediterranean with the Atlantic Sea. There is a glass Skywalk built on the void, there are several military posts with cannons from the English Royal Naval Army. We also visit St. Michael’s Cave, an incredible wonder of nature with gigantic stalagmites. We walk down from the Rock to the town, and stroll along Main Street, Gibraltar’s shopping and entertainment road that takes us to the border, and back to our hotel in Spain!
Dinner in a restaurant on the seafront, overnight stay.
IMPORTANT: entry and visit to Gibraltar is only possible for those in possession of a passport (ID card NOT accepted).
If someone does not have one, they can skip the visit and have a free day at La Linea de la Conception.

9 november: transfer to Malaga airport and flight back home

Early in the morning a private bus takes us to Malaga airport. Check-in and take off for Milan (or your other destination). End of tour.

trekking guide: Marco Carletto

Note: Excursions may be modified due to bad weather or other unforeseen events.

TRIP INFO & DETAILS

DIFFICULTY LEVEL:

Challenging. The walk involves average distances of 17-20km with average differences in altitude of 400/500m uphill/downhill. It does not present any technical difficulty, however a bit of endurance and ability to walk long hours is required. Not suitable for beginners or those with low physical condition. You walk on average 5-6 hours a day including stops.

GROUP SIZE:

Max. 15 participants

PATH DESCRIPTION:

You walk on forest paths and dirt or country roads. In some stages there are also long stretches on asphalt (with limited or almost no traffic).

REquiRED HIKING GEAR:

Trekking boots with profiled soles, preferably ankle-high. 25-30 lt size backpack, suitable clothing with hiking pants (NO JEANS!) and technical shirts, they must be able to dry quickly.
Before departure you will receive a list of what to bring.

ClimaTE:

Ideal for hiking with pleasant and relatively warm days, highs between +18C°-20C°. Quite cool mornings and evenings. Bring some warm clothing (fleece or long-sleeved sweater, windbreaker). Possible showers or seasonal thunderstorms.

ENROL

English Form Spain

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Notes: (allergies, dietary needs, special requests…)

€ 1330 flight not included

local transportation included
breakfasts and dinners
guided excursions
baggage transportation during the trekking
the wonderful Andalusian Pueblos Blancos
different landscapes every day

tour available

CHF 1290 flight not included

local transportation included
breakfasts and dinners
guided excursions
baggage transportation during the trekking
the wonderful Andalusian Pueblos Blancos
different landscapes every day

tour available

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Tinos – Greece

from 11/10 to 18/10/2025

Tinos is the island you don’t expect… Ignored by tourist brochures despite being the third largest of the Cyclades, it is famous for its splendid traditional villages (over 60!), the typical dovecotes dating back to the Venetian domination of the 13th century, as well as for the marble and the many artists and sculptors who still masterfully work this stone today. The villages in fact show off splendid buildings, squares, churches and marble facades, among the most splendid and well-preserved in the whole of Greece. It is also home to a splendid sanctuary, Panagia Evangelistria, a destination for pilgrimages and one of the most sacred and venerated places in Christian Orthodoxy. Also renowned for its local cuisine, Tinos preserves beautiful secluded beaches, wild bays and crystal-clear sea. We will visit it in early autumn, where we will still have the opportunity to enjoy the moderate heat and take many more baths in the warm waters of the Aegean.

DAILY PROGRAM

11 oCtobER: FLIGHT TO atHenS – FERRY TO tinos

Meeting at the airport, check-in formalities and take-off for Athens.Transfer by bus to the port of Rafina, from where we set sail in the late afternoon and arrive around 9:00 pm in Tinos.
From the port a private bus takes us to Panormos, a pretty village on the north-east coast nestled on the sea, where we spend our first days on the island. Free dinner on the ferry, overnight stay in a studio in the village.

12 oCtobeR: profitis ilias – marlas – mali AND koumelas BEACHES

Breakfast. Our first excursion takes us to discover a remote and wild area. We climb towards the church of Kira Xeni, then continue on a hill where a chapel dedicated to the Prophet Elias is built. From here you can enjoy a unique panorama that spans a good part of Tinos and nearby Andros. We continue passing by tiny hamlets (Marlas and Mamados), then turn north towards two splendid solitary beaches: Mali and Koumelas. A well-deserved swim awaits us! Return to Panormos, dinner in a tavern and overnight stay.
18,5 km, 6,5h walking time, height difference up/down +750m/-750m

13 october: pyrgos – platià – ysternia

Breakfast. We walk along the sea to Rochari beach, from where the climb begins towards the village of Platià through a rather wild gorge. From Platià we climb further until we reach the abandoned windmills of Ysternia. We enter the village, one of the most beautiful on the island, with its white marble houses, churches and shaded squares with an incredible view of Syros and the Aegean Sea. We go down a splendid marble-paved path towards the bay of Ysternia, reaching the beach. After our packed lunch, we go back up towards Ysternia village. From here we can choose, depending on our remaining energy, to walk down to Pyrgos or take the afternoon bus that takes us both to Pyrgos and Panormos, where we spend the night. A visit to Pyrgos is a must, it is considered one of the most splendid mountain villages in the Cyclades! Dinner in a tavern, overnight stay.
12 km, 6h walking time, height difference up/down +760m/-460m

14 october: chora – agios fokas – agios sostis – diaouti – dio choria

Breakfast. Early in the morning we transfer by bus to the Chora of Tinos, where we will stay for the rest of our stay. After having settled into the hotel, we set off on foot along a series of beautiful beaches on the south coast: Agios Fokas, Agios Sostis, Laouti until we reach Agios Ioannis Porto. After eating our packed lunch, we climb the panoramic hills that with increasingly wider and more wonderful views take us to the splendid village of Dio Choria. Return by bus to Chora. Dinner in a tavern and overnight stay.
12,5 km, 4,5h walking time, height difference up/down +528m/-72m

15 october: steni – S- Margarita – Lichnaftià – steni

Breakfast. We take the bus to the interior of the island and get off at Steni, one of the many beautiful traditional villages of Tinos. From here, a circular itinerary begins that takes us to the east coast, through a cultivated valley where cows and goats graze. We arrive at the beach of Santa Margarita, as beautiful as it is solitary. We continue along the coast towards the other beautiful beach of Lichnaftia. Relax time for lunch. We then climb up the other side of the valley, returning to our starting point in Steni. Return by bus. Dinner and overnight stay.
11,7 km, 4,5h walking time, height difference up/down +530m/-530m

16 october: myrsini – falatados – volax – rocca di exomburgo – mesi

Breakfast. We continue by bus towards the interior of the island for a route that will allow us to admire some of the most beautiful villages of Tinos! Starting from Myrsini, we continue towards Falatados and, once out of this village, we enter a plateau with a particular unique geological scene: it is in fact dotted with many granite boulders, as if a storm of rocks had hit the area. We enter Volax, a tiny but beautiful village of artists. We continue towards the Rock of Exomburgo, where an ancient castle stands with a breathtaking view of the entire island, Mykonos, Syros and the Aegean. We get off and reach Mesi, where we enjoy a beer or a coffee, waiting for our bus that will take us back to Chora. Dinner and overnight stay.
9 km, 4h walking time, height difference up/down +354/-333m

17 october: Kionia – kambos – tarabados – ktikados – chora – Rafina

Breakfast. Following the coastal road we walk towards Kionia, always with the sea a few steps away from us. From Kionia we climb towards the central plateau, we arrive at Kambos and then Tarambados. In these places there are many beautifully preserved dovecotes, for which the island is famous. We return towards the coast passing by Ktikados, and then follow a wonderful and panoramic well-maintained path that takes us back to Chora. We catch an evening ferry back to the mainland and arrive in Rafina, where we settle into our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
16 km, 5,5h walking time, height difference up/down +459/-459m

18 october: flight back home

Breakfast. We take a shuttle to the airport and prepare for our return flight. End of tour.

Trekking guide: Marco Carletto

Note: Excursions may be modified due to bad weather or other unforeseen events.

TRIP INFO & DETAILS

DIFFICULTY LEVEL:

Intermediate. Good physical condition required, but still suitable for many. Some steep uphill/downhill sections but never strenuous. Some training before departure is required. You walk 4 to 5 hours a day, covering 9 to 15km.

Group size:

Maximum 14 participants

Path Description:

You walk on marked paths, on partly rocky and low wooded terrain, and some stretches of sand. No particular technical difficulty. You walk sometimes on asphalt, with moderate traffic.

required hiking gear:

Trekking boots with profiled soles, preferably ankle-high. Backpack 15-25 lt (you will receive a detailed list of what to bring before departure), suitable clothing with hiking pants (NO JEANS!) and technical shirts, they must be able to dry quickly.

Climate:

Still warm days but not excessively muggy, highs between +22C°-25C°. Cool mornings and evenings. It’s often windy on the island. Bring some warm clothing (fleece or long-sleeved sweater, windbreaker). Possible showers or seasonal thunderstorms, although unlikely in October.

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€ 1250 escluso volo

local transportation included (ferry, bus)
accommodation in studios and hotel
breakfast and dinner included
guided excursions
Tinos in early autumn: magnificent weather, memorable swimming, traditonal villages and genuine hospitality
Local great healthy food!

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CHF 1190 escluso volo

local transportation included (ferry, bus)
accommodation in studios and hotel
breakfast and dinner included
guided excursions
Local great healthy food!
Tinos in early autumn: magnificent weather, memorable swimming, traditonal villages and genuine hospitality

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Elba Island

DAILY PROGRAM

28 September: arrival in piompino – ferry to elba island

Departure by train to Piombino, then we catch ferry to reach Portoferraio on Elba Island. From the port we transfer to the town of Pomonte, where our Hotel is located and where we will stay for the entire duration of our stay.

In addition, for this trip we have chosen a very quiet corner of Elba, from where we can enjoy the most beautiful sunsets on the island and stay in a family-run hotel that has been pampering and looking after its guests for three generations! We begin to get to know this village and walk among its granite beaches. Dinner and overnight stay.

29 september: cavoli – colle palombaia – marina di campo

Breakfast. We take a bus to Colle Palombaia. From here, after a short stop at Elephant Beach, we begin a path that is partly on the coast and offers breathtaking views. The Mediterranean scrub and the sea are the protagonists today. At the end of the day, before returning to Marina di Campo, another stop on Galenzana beach. Dinner at the hotel.

4h walking time, height difference up/down +-350m

30 september: St. Andrea – Marciana marina

Breakfast. From the beautiful beach of Sant’ Andrea a beautiful path starts that has outlets to the sea and intersperses within a beautiful forest mainly of holm oaks that accompanies us through views of the sea and small coves to the town of Marciana Marina. Plenty of swimming stops in the small coves that we will encounter! Dinner and overnight stay.
4h walking time, height difference up/down +330/-450m

1 october: pianosa island

Breakfast. From Marina di Campo departure for the island of Pianosa, another island of the Tuscan archipelago. We walk a nice path and in the afternoon we treat ourselves to a nice swim in Cala Giovanna. A fantastic experience to visit the island in silence and contemplate and understand the history of this place. Also in the afternoon, for those who wish, there is the possibility of visiting the abandoned village. In the afternoon return to the island of Elba. Dinner and overnight stay.
3h walking time, height difference up/down +-200m

2 october: Climbing to Mt. capanne summit

Breakfast. From the village of Marciana we reach the highest mountain of the whole island and of the Tuscan archipelago. Today our effort will be rewarded by breathtaking panoramas, in fact from the top that almost reaches 1018 meters we have a wonderful view of the archipelago. The return for those who wish can be done with a cable car. Dinner at the Hotel
3,5h walking time, height difference up/down +– 700m

3 october: procchio – portoferraio

Breakfast. Today we set off on a journey along a particularly beautiful stretch of coast, made up of incredible beaches such as Biodola and the enchanting Caletta di Forno and other small coves that give an almost intimate character to this journey, until reaching Portoferraio. Return by public bus. Dinner at the hotel.
5h walking time, height difference up/down +-/450m

4 october: back home

After breakfast we catch our ferry back to the mainland, then reach the train station and set off to our final destinations.

trekking guide: federica amaducci

Note: Excursions may be modified due to bad weather or other unforeseen events.

TRIP INFO & DETAILS

DIFFICULTY LEVEL:

Moderate. The route includes average distances of 10-12km with relatively moderate differences in altitude. Only the climb to Mt Capanne is the hardest day. However, few training outings before departure are still advisable.

GROUP SIZE:

Max 12-14 participants.

path description:

We walk on mixed woodland and dirt tracks, with also country paths and sandy beaches. Occasional short stretches of asphalt.

rEquired hiking gear:

Trekking boots with profiled soles, preferably ankle-high. 15-25 lt day backpack (you will receive a detailed list of what to bring), suitable clothing with hiking pants (NO JEANS!) and technical shirts, they must be able to dry quickly.

Climate:

Ideal for hiking with pleasant temperatures, highs between +18C°-20C°. Cool mornings and evenings. Bring some warm clothing (fleece or long-sleeved sweater, windbreaker). Possible showers or seasonal thunderstorms.

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€ 1090 train ticket not included

local transportation in Elba included
hotel in Pomonte, our town base
guided excursions
breakfast & dinners included
the delicious Tuscan cuisine!

tour available

CHF 1030 train ticket not included

local transportation in Elba included
hotel in Pomonte, our town base
guided excursions
breakfast & dinners included
the delicious Tuscan cuisine!

tour available

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Menorca (Balearic Islands)

From 06/09 to 13/09/2025

In the heart of the Mediterranean between Spain and Italy lies Minorca, an island little known to mass tourism. The little sister of the Balearic Islands, the easternmost of the archipelago, it has often been forgotten in favor of the more famous Ibiza and Mallorca. Walking along the ancient "Camì de Cavalls", the path that winds along the entire perimeter of the island, you will be fascinated by a variety of landscapes and environments that have been protected as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO since 1993. Magnificent and solitary beaches, the wind, an important prehistoric archaeological heritage, the mills, the horses, the Minorcan food, the French, English and Arab descendants, the sea... the tanca, the lagoon areas and the rock formations are the protagonists of the island. A journey to discover Minorca, its history, its people and its culture.

DAILY PROGRAM

6 sePtembEr: DEPARTURE TO Minorca

Meeting at Milan Airport (or other), check-in formalities and arrival in Mahon (Menorca). Transfer by private bus to Ciutadella, the second most important town on the island, nestled on the sea. Accommodation in a family-run hotel in the old town. Dinner in a restaurant and overnight stay.

7 september: Mahon feast!

Today is an important day for the whole island, a huge community party: the Horse Festival of Minorca! We also participate in this event that is held in the city of Mahon, and which concludes the summer cycle of horse parties. A feast that goes back to the 14th century and celebrates these wonderful horses. An exciting party attended by all the Menorcans, and we will be part of it all. Free dinner.

8 september: Alaior – Cala en Porter

Breakfast. We move to Alaior, a magnificent town located in the interior of the island and outside the tourist destinations, where we start to understand its habits by drinking a coffee in the square accompanied by an Ensaimada, the typical Balearic dessert. We begin to walk towards the sea until we reach the Talaiotic site named “Torre d’En Galmes“. Finally we arrive at Cala en Porter following a path along a baranco. Possibility of taking a well-deserved bath at the end of the trek. Return to Ciutadela and dinner in a restaurant.
11km, 4hr walking time, height difference up/down +145/-252m.

9 september: San Tomas – Cala Galdana

Breakfast. Bus transfer to San Tomas. We walk across one of the most beautiful stretches of the southern coast of the island. We will see white beaches bathed by crystal clear waters and we will stop in some of these oases, such as Cala Mitjana and Cala en Turqueta for a sunbath. Along the way, in addition to exotic scenery, the Mediterranean scrub with its essences is the absolute protagonist, together with olive groves and cultivated fields. At the end of the evening an interesting walk awaits us with a local guide, Isabel, to discover the secrets of the island. Return to the hotel, dinner in a restaurant and overnight stay.

10,1km – 4,5hr walking time, height difference up/down +293/-300m

10 settembre: Es Grau – S’Albufera – Favaritx lighthouse

Breakfast. Departure by bus for the beautiful crossing of the Natural Park S’Albufera des Grau which represents the core of the biosphere reserve, therefore from an environmental point of view it is the most important part of the island. We will cross the humid area, an expanse of fresh water where birds nest on small floating islands, to finally arrive at the Favaritx Lighthouse where a lunar landscape leaves us breathless.
Note: In the morning we go to the fish market to buy our fish (about 10-15 Euros per person), which in the evening will be cooked in a typical restaurant in the village.
9,6km – 3,5hr walking time, height difference up/down +- 197m

11 september: Visit of mahon harbour – afternoon from Punta Nati to Ciutadela

Breakfast. Bus transfer to Mahon, the capital of Menorca, where we embark to visit the natural port, considered one of the largest in Europe, and stop on the island of Rei. In the late afternoon we leave for Punta Nati and walk in a dramatic setting made of stones and cliffs overlooking the sea, where we wait for the sunset. An unusual and surprising walk. Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
5,7km – 2hr walking time, height difference up/down +80/-91m

12 september: Cala Morell – Cala Pilar

Breakfast. Bus transfer to Cala Morell, where we begin another route in the north part of Menorca. Today’s trail crosses another wild part of this island, with a variety of colors along our route: from the green of the vegetation, to the red of the rock that turns into yellow and then red again. A continuous change of scenery and energy until the peak of Cala Pilar, one of the least accessible and best preserved beaches in Menorca. Return to the hotel, dinner in a restaurant and overnight stay.
12,9km, 4,5h walking time, height difference up/down +266m/-315m

13 september: flight back home

Breakfast. Check-out from our hotel and departure by bus to the airport. Check-in formalities and take-off for Milan Malpensa (or other airport). End of tour.

Trekking guide: Federica Amaducci

Note: Excursions may be modified due to bad weather or other unforeseen events.

TRIP DETAILS & INFO

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Moderate. Good physical condition required, some training outings before departure are recommended.
You walk on average 4-6 hours a day, covering 8 to 15km. Modest differences in altitude, not exceeding 300m both uphill and downhill.

group size:

Max. 14 participants

path description:

You walk on marked paths, mainly on dirt roads in the woods and sand along the beaches, with occasional short stretches of asphalt.

required hiking gear:

Trekking boots with profiled soles, preferably ankle-high. Small daypack of 15-25l, suitable clothing with hiking pants (NO JEANS!) and technical t-shirts, they must be able to dry quickly.
To bring in the backpack: hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, packed lunch, water bottles or camel-bag (at least 1.5lt), beach towel, swimsuit, spare t-shirt, k-way or light rain/wind jacket. You will receive a list of what to bring before departure.

Climate:

Still warm days but without extreme temperature peaks, with highs around +20C°-24C°. Cool evenings, with a chance of wind. Bring some warm clothing (fleece or long-sleeved sweater, light windbreaker). Possible seasonal showers not excluded.

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€ 1490 flight not included

local transportation included
breakfasts and dinners
guided excursions
the lush landscapes of the rainforest
the colonial architecture of Funchal
tropical fruits, healthy foods, great local cuisine

tour available

CHF 1440 flight not included

local transportation included
breakfasts and dinners
guided excursions
the lush landscapes of the rainforest
the colonial architecture of Funchal
tropical fruits, healthy foods, great local cuisine

tour available

€ 1799 min 8. partecipanti
escluso volo

trasporti locali a Minorca
alloggio in hotel, camera doppia (singole limitate, con supplemento)
breakfasts and dinners (except September 8th, the day of the Horse Festival), house wine/water included only in some restaurants
the incredible festival of Mahon with the horse parade
Boat trip to the port of Mahon and guided tour of the city
moments of relaxation on the beautiful beaches

posti liberi

CHF 1710 min. 8 partecipanti
escluso volo

trasporti locali a Minorca
alloggio in hotel, camera doppia (singole limitate, con supplemento)
breakfasts and dinners (except September 8th, the day of the Horse Festival), house wine/water included only in some restaurants
the incredible festival of Mahon with the horse parade
Boat trip to the port of Mahon and guided tour of the city
moments of relaxation on the beautiful beaches