The 8 Hiking & Walking Trips in Britain to Pencil In First

1.Game of Thrones Winterfell Locations Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 501 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54Our pick

Travel from Belfast to Inch Abbey, Castle Ward, and Tollymore Forest Park on a full-day Game of Thrones tour. Expect Stark cloaks, swords, filming stories, forest walks, and possible appearances by the show’s direwolves. Guides such as Robbie bring first-hand extra experience, while the 3-kilometre walks require good fitness and outdoor shoes.

“The tour guide took us to several basic locations which are parks with free entry. The locations he showed us chronologically are: an empty square(1hour), the outside of a castle ruined(15 min), a tree (15 min), a pub for expensive lunch you have to pay for (over 1hour), a picture with direwolf (5 seconds), another castle ruined dressed up as Starks (15 min) and depends on weather more trees (1hour). The anecdotes from the tour guide's experience as an extra for the show were a hit or miss. Overall we were bored and did not enjoy the tour. Definitely think it's overpriced as we don't think it's worthed £50 per…”

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2.Hike to the summit of Snowdon!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 223 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $74

Join a guide such as Simon, Tom, Keith, or Hywyn for a roughly six-hour hike from Llanberis to the summit of Yr Wyddfa, also known as Snowdon, and back. Expect a small group of up to eight, mountain views, local stories, steady encouragement, and advice on clothing, weather, and pacing. Private bookings may allow different routes.

“As a solo trip I was quite anxious about feeling alone but Simon was extremely friendly and made the whole group very comfortable. Everybody in the group was lovely and Simon made it a pleasure. Giving lots of enthusiasm on the way.”

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3.Hill & Nature Hike – Discover Real Edinburgh With a Local Expert

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 158 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $116

Join Rishi for a 4 to 5-hour hike from central Edinburgh into the Pentland Hills. You’ll ride a city bus, climb toward a 493-meter summit, learn about Scottish nature, geology, and history, and look for Highland cows, sheep, deer, and birds. Snacks, water, and an all-day bus ticket are included.

“Very enjoyable hike with Rishi, a passionate hiker and knowledgeable guide! I left the Pentland Hills hike with a smile on my face. The 6 mile hike provided an excellent amount of physical exercise. Seeing various plants such as spruce and nettle and learning about their medicinal benefits was appreciated. Relaxing together with some snacks while enjoying the sights and sounds of the nature around us added to the experience. Being able to see the Highland cows and sheep up close in their natural habitat was an unexpected treat. Whoever is searching for a great hiking experience should definitely sign up for this one. Thanks Rishi!”

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4.Skye Explorer Full-Day Tour with 3 Hikes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · from $187

Spend 13 hours exploring Skye from Inverness in a 16-seat mini-coach, with guided walks at the Old Man of Storr, Quiraing, Fairy Glen, and Cuillin Mountains. Guides such as Murdoch and Tim add local stories, folklore, and humor. Portree provides lunch time, while Eilean Donan Castle gets a quick photo stop.

“We only had time for a day trip to Skye, but still wanted to be able to fully explore it’s must-see sights and this tour exceeded our expectations! Shoutout to our tour guide and driver Murdoch for being a great storyteller and maintaining a sense of humor while navigating Skye’s treacherous roads. Our lunch made by Liza was also delicious. If you’re looking for a full day tour to the Isle of Skye, do this one!”

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5.Skye Explorer Hiking Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $179

Spend a full day exploring Skye with a local guide such as Tim or Murdoch, traveling in a small group of up to 19. Walk at Sligachan, Fairy Glen, the Quiraing, and Old Man of Storr, with Eilean Donan Castle and Portree along the way. Lunch can be pre-ordered from the Isle of Skye Baking Company.

“We were wowed at every turn (sometimes literally) by Murdoch's storytelling, knowledge of history and attention to detail. My husband and I were truly impressed by how seamlessly each stop along the way flowed, and skill with which Murdoch navigated the group dynamics while effortlessly telling tales from history that matched up with areas we were passing through or locations where we were about to stop. The hikes were well managed and described with enough detail that each person could decide what were appropriate paths that matches their level of ability and interest. I'm often anxious about a tour not having enough bathroom breaks, but this one had plenty of…”

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6.Arthur’s Seat Hike with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $33Best value

Climb Arthur’s Seat through Holyrood Park with a local English-speaking guide, stopping for city views, wildlife, plants, history, and rest. Groups are capped at 10, and guides such as David, Zander, Chris, Sabine, and Alexander adapt the pace to the group. The roughly two-hour walk begins and ends near Holyrood Palace.

“Twas great. Hardest part was finding the start point. David was an excellent guide who took us up the mountain at the perfect pace.”

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7.Hike The Amazing Six Brecon Beacons Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Join Andy, Kate, or Graham for an eight-hour hike from Cardiff into Bannau Brycheiniog. Travel in an electric vehicle, then walk about 10 miles through wooded valleys, along three rivers, past six waterfalls, and behind Sgwd yr Eira. The small group is limited to seven, with dogs sometimes joining the walk.

“It was amazing... Andi was super friendly and informative. He came on time and the hike was totally worth the money.”

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8.Arthur’s Seat Sunset Hike with Mountain Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $61

Join Mountain Marcus, or guide Sarah, for a roughly two-hour sunset hike from the Palace of Holyroodhouse to Arthur’s Seat. You’ll walk a quieter route through Holyrood Park, learn about Edinburgh’s history, plants, and wildlife, and watch the light fade over the city. A head torch and Scottish snack are included.

“Marcus is a phenomenal guide, helping navigate the best routes and the terrain. He brought walking poles and flashlights (which were very helpful for the way down, especially if it rains as it did on our tour). It’s hard to capture how magnificent the views are throughout the entire trek, but they are. He genuinely has a passion for the outdoors and sharing with guests; we are grateful. Highly recommend!”

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