Walking Tours
Walking Tours by Gate 1 is our newest way to see More of the World for Less! Whether hiking along the Inca trail to Machu Picchu, admiring the scenery of the Apuan Alps in Italy or exploring the Atlas Mountains in Morocco; our walking tours are specially curated adventures that blend the best cultural experiences with walking & hiking excursions.
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Gerardo and Jairo are excellent guides. They are knowledgeable and have great interpersonal skills. Roberto was a fantastic driver. He stopped at various places so we could see even more waterfalls, animals etc. Thank you so much for this fantastic walking trip to Costa Rica.
Patricia K.I would like to add more praise for our guides! Geraldo was wonderful, working seamlessly to make all our connections smooth. And Jairo, our hiking guide, was fantastic in sharing his knowledge of the local flora and fauna. His depth of knowledge was very enjoyable and appreciated. I hope all my future guides are as knowledge and professional as these are.
Vera R.It was a good trip. Our guide Karim was passionate and very proud of his country. He would answer and explain any questions the group had very thoroughly. The hotels were very nice and the staff at all hotels were amazing. It was our first "Walking tour" and although we enjoyed our trip, it will probably be our last one. We had a good time but we enjoyed learning about the country and its culture. While we were hiking, which was the majority of the time, the desert scenery was pretty barren. We will continue to travel with Gate1 but we will probably continue with the Discovery tours. Thank you for providing a great way to travel, with many options to do it.
Joe P.Although we've taken 30 Gate 1 trips over the years, this was our first walking tour. This trip was an incentive for me to go to the gym and get my arthritic knees stronger so that I could do the hikes. I felt the trip was very well organized. Generally we would hike in the morning have a lovely lunch usually at an Agroturism, (sometimes hike a little bit more in the afternoon )and then have a visit to a nearby town or village. The hikes were pretty much as advertised, easy to moderate. The guides were really excellent. Both Susanna, and Michele were very knowledgeable and sensitive to the different hiking levels within our small group of seven people. For example, there were short stops at the top of a hill to catch your breath and get a sip of water. Michele (last name?) was also very good at pointing out different plants and trees, etc. as well as other bits of interest such as spots where the wild boar would dig for food. They also were aware that this was our vacation and didn't want anyone to feel like they were on some sort of forced march offering options to have a more down day, but not miss the sites. We very much liked being in one hotel and not having to change hotels every day or two. It made for a nice relaxing evening so we could rest up for the next day. The hotel itself was also very nice, the rooms were a generous size which is always appreciated. The bathroom was quite large as well but the shower was tiny. I'm pretty small myself and it was hard to bend over or turn around. My only complaint (and this was no one's fault,) was that there was a large group of teenagers in the hotel for two or three nights who would stay up late talking and laughing on the outdoor patio. Susanna spoke with the front desk, who in turn spoke with the parents and that situation improved. Overall, this was an A+ tour. Well organized and well thought out. The food was the best I've ever had the Agroturismos really came through.
Carolyn V.I am very happy that gate1 has a hiking group now. Overall, it is very good. I just wished we got a chance to have more time on the trail, so we could take more pictures. We could shorten the lunch and made it longer on the trail since Croatia is very beautiful. I liked how you mixed learning culture in this hiking tour. Very happy with Zecko & Ivan. Keep up the good work Gate1. Looking forward for Greece hiking tour with you in the near future.
Miranda P.We had a wonderful time in Croatia- I think this trip was one of the best Gate 1 discovery tours we have taken. Mr. Z was a very organized tour manger. He and Ivan kept all of us safe and on track on our hikes. We enjoyed all the hikes with beautiful scenery. Croatia has beautiful islands and mountains. Our group got along so well like a little family. Mr Z also gave us an unexpected, unplanned bonus hike on our last day. That was a perfect ending of our tour. We are looking forward to our next Gate 1 trip. We can always count on Gate 1 for an unforgettable experience! Thank you again Gate1.
Lam-Anh G.The trip was fantastic! Our group was a lot of fun! Both guides were helpful & knowledgeable. I loved the cultural experiences. This was my first Gate 1 trip but I'll be looking for my next one.
Donna W.Was an outstanding trip !!
Iliana H.My trip was one of the best I've ever taken. It was my first time as a solo traveler. I was apprehensive about it but the group was wonderful and inclusive and I met two other solos who were terrific. I thank Gate1 for a fantastic guide, meals, and sites. I also appreciate that the solo rate was reasonable so that solos can afford to travel.
Rebecca H.This was our first Gate 1 walking tour and will definitely not be our last. It was the most amazing and fantastic experience we could have ever imagined! Our tour manager, Alessandro, was exceptional and did a phenomenal job with his knowledge of the area and was great at directing us and making sure that every day was better than the previous day's tour. Our Tour Guide, Gaia, was from the Sant'Agata area, she was so extremely knowledgeable, incredibly personable and was like a textbook given her in depth experience and knowledge and always made sure we were able to take in every possible view imaginable. Alessandro and Gaia made a great team and worked very well together to ensure our trip was the best. We also have to give a huge shoutout to our driver, Gaetano, he was so professional and definitely well-experienced to tackle all the roads and places we traveled. The hotel was the perfect location with the most amazing views and gorgeous sunrises, and we fell in love with the small town Sant'Agata and all the local restaurants. We were happy we made the hotel our base, it gave us the opportunity not to lose any time traveling during our time. The hikes were exceptional with so many extras we did not expect. Our group was also amazing and we enjoyed spending time and getting to know everyone. The food, wine and, of course, spritzes, were out of this world! We do not have enough words to describe our first experience to the fullest and the pictures just do not do it justice. The hikes were exceptional and everything was truly planned to perfection. Thank you (Grazie, Grazie) for such an amazing and memorable experience.
Lori B.It was fantastic! The tour manager did an excellent job, was very personable, and full of surprises such as a massage after the long hike. The food was great and most meals were included. Thanks for a great time!
Siegfried G.It was great. Can't wait to take another trip with your company.
John J.This trip went above and beyond all group trips I have done in the past, with AMC (Appalachian Mountain Club), and Road Scholar. Tour manager Jhonatan was amazing, well prepared, down to every detail, smart, friendly, funny. We always had so much information, free time was even mapped out for us with color coded maps. Daily schedule always explained with handouts, diagrams, charts, I loved the one-page summary every day. There was a lot going on each day, hikes, planes, trains, buses. Not one personal item was lost that I know of. A huge amount of work behind the scenes for Jhonathan and he seems to love his job! Not only did he know where every bathroom was, he knew which ones would not have toilet paper and handed it out. We were really spoiled! There were gifts every day, local breads, little llamas, candies, and memories, a group photo card for each one of us, painted ceramic bulls (on my bookshelf now) and I'm sure I am forgetting things. Bottled water whenever we needed it, hand sanitizer. Walking with the llamas was a highlight, and the Shaman ceremony, and dinner with a local family. Jhonathan and Frank were always explaining the local culture and history. Assistant Frank was also amazing, and very knowledgeable, always moving around suggesting photos, taking our phones, getting us in those photos, and apparently photography is one of his hobbies. Cristian was also wonderful. Great team! I have nothing to suggest making this trip any better except to keep these three guys on the payroll! This was my first trip with Gate1, and I will definitely be doing more! Actually, I'm signed up to go to Ireland in October. The bar is set very high! Thank you and all the best!
Ann B.My trip was GREAT. Our guide was fantastic, very personable, helpful, and insightful into culture, etc.
Sandra M.On my March walking tour of Nepal, I felt I got impressive value. The airline tickets, accommodations, meals, and site entrance fees seemed like they should add up to much more than I paid. I was especially impressed with our guide Deepak, whose care, friendliness, and knowledge really made the trip great. We were in good hands with the local arrangements team, too, and Raj was a particular favorite. As long as you exercise regularly and train before with Stairmaster or similar incline simulation, you'll be fine for the hikes. Nepal is a stunningly beautiful country, not to be missed.
Kristin J.Fabulous/Incredible/Amazing/Knowledgeable/fun. As a matter of fact there are no words...First time on a Gate 1 tour and definitely will not be the last!!
Paula P.I just wanted to add a few words about the tour manager Jose. I believe the trip as well as it did, largely due to him! He is an amazing tour manager and made sure to call on each of us each night to make sure we were comfortable in our hotel rooms and luggage arrived in time. He also entertained us with delightful stories and anecdotes throughout the trip both educating and entertaining us. He truly went over and above his job description. I have done tours with many tour guides in the past but have never encountered such a remarkable being. He even played the guitar and sang local songs for us. During hotel transfers and trips to airport he made sure we were all taken care of. Almost forgot, he even got bottles of wine for our group one night which lessened the stress of an otherwise long and tedious bus ride. He truly needs to be commended for this mammoth effort single handedly.
Archana M.Fantastic!! Passionate and knowledgeable guide; caring and fun local guide; a skillful and humorous driver; excellent hotel accommodations; great group of fellow travelers; beautiful weather; delicious food; out of this world scenic hikes. I couldn't have ask for more.
Susan S.I have been on 16 Gate! trips and clocked in many hours of travel over the past few years. The 10 day Himalayan walking tour was the best travel experience I have every had. The exotic location, hiking through the mountains of Nepal, the food and the chemistry with our guide Deepak and the members of our group Deepak was our group tour guide, but also lead the group on some amazing hikes that very people will every have the opportunity to see. His professionalism, knowledge of the mountains, but most of all outgoing personality made this a trip I will never forget. I have had many excellent guides on my Gate1 trips, but Deepak is the best one, far above all others. Gate1 is very fortunate to have him.
Gary F.I want to say that the walking tour in Portugal/Spain was INCREDIBLE. It exceeded my expectations in every way, and was one of the most unique agency-run trips I've ever taken. The guides were so knowledgeable and full of positive energy. The activities were also unique -- tour of artist's studio, boat tour of the Camino de Santiago, etc. It rained the entire time and even that didn't detract from this amazing experience. I can see how this trip might not be right for a lot of the, say, typical Gate 1 consumers; I do hope that Gate 1 continues to offer more active/adventurous trips in the future, despite it not being the right fit for some of your clientele. I think this type of tour can attract a younger, more adventure-seeking crowd and I know? my same-age friends (40-somethings) will be interested in these types of trips.
Jennifer W.This was our 11th Gate 1 trip, and I must say that it exceeded our expectations. Our first walking tour took us from Portugal to Santiago de Compostela and was an unforgettable journey filled with incredible sights and experiences. The guides, Rosana and Clara, were absolutely wonderful, offering insightful knowledge, genuine warmth, and unwavering support throughout the walking tour, which I also consider to also be a pilgrimage as we walked along some of the same paths as are walked by pilgrims doing El Camino Portuguese ending at the amazing Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Their passion for the route and dedication to ensuring everyone had a meaningful experience truly made the trip extraordinary. We encountered some bad weather along the way, but Rosana and Clara went the extra mile to ensure that we were safe and enjoyed our journey notwithstanding the weather. The breathtaking landscapes, the cultural immersion, and the camaraderie among fellow travelers made this walk/pilgrimage an enriching and soul-nourishing adventure. Thank you for an incredible journey of discovery and personal growth! We highly recommend this walking tour, and plan to do other walking tours with Gate 1 in the very near future.
Jose L.THIS TRIP WAS FANTASTIC! I LOVED ALL THE HOTELS! THE MEALS WERE GREAT ALFONSO WAS BY FAR A GREAT GUIDE! THE WALKING THRU THE COUNTRYSIDE AND THRU THE VINEYARDS WAS WONDERFUL. MY TRANSFERS WERE RIGHT ON TIME!! IT WAS MY BIRTHDAY SO I WAS SERENADED IN SPANISH AND PORTUGEESE TO 'HAPPY BIRTHDAY' OUR PLAN B ON THE ONE DAY IT RAINED VERY HARD..CLARA ARRANGED FOR US A TRAIN RIDE AROUND THE ISLAND! THAT WAS FUN! THIS WAS MY '47' TRIP WITH GATE 1 AND THEY JUST KEEP GETTING BETTER!! AND I HAVE 9 MORE BOOKED!!!!
Linda G.It was awesome, rejuvenating, wonderful! I am ready to book another hiking tour!
Joanna W.Loved it! Alice was an exceptional guide!
Lori D.This trip was AMAZING. Not a vacation, but a total adventure! Jhonathen, out tour manager, was top notch. So friendly & professional. Luis & Jean Claude, the local guides, were equally great as well. Rossel, our driver, kept us totally safe on the crazy narrow streets of Peru. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who asks.
Samara W.The trip was fantastic!
Frances L.To say that Deepak was superb is an understatement. As I understand it, Deepak was involved in creating the route, and his knowledge of the trek was evident. He was knowledgeable regarding all aspects of the trip. He is a personable human being, and he was able to impart a treasure trove of information about everything Nepal. I was also happy that you sent pre-trip materials that prepared us for the trek. I am 80 and workout five days a week. However, I live in a flat area and some of the suggestions made in the workout regimen were extremely helpful. I think all of us were able to enjoy the treks instead of worrying about whether or not we would complete the walks. You cannot stress that enough in your pre-trip suggestions. Additionally, Deepak was always considerate about our safety. He and his main support person, Krishna, were very helpful when we encountered tricky situations, such as slippery, steep steps. Hey, you can't get around the environment sometimes, eh? You just have to be diligent. One final note re: Deepak. He is well known throughout Nepal as an explorer and adventurer, but he is very modest about it. One of the highlights of the trip was had at the final dinner, i.e., the last supper that we always have on all tours. Deepak invited Pertemba Sherpa, one of the five individuals who first successfully ascended the most difficult southwest face of Everest in 1975. What an honor. As you can tell, I was thrilled with the trip. I'd do it again in a heartbeat. However, I have a bit more of the world to explore.
James A.Thank you! This trip exceeded my expectations. The description was a walking trip. But it was a hiking adventure. I was so pleased about that. Beautiful scenery, Challenging trails. Our guides were warm, engaging, intelligent, and fun! The accommodations were comfortable and inviting. Food out of this world! Thank you again, Gate 1 for another memorable and fulfilling adventure.
Debra O.My trip to Croatia was wonderful and I just wanted to say that both the guides were OUTSTANDING. The guides make the whole experience. Traveling solo is hard but knowing the guides are well informed about the areas and so organized makes it so much easier.
Michelle B.I really enjoyed the trip. The staff was great. Looking forward to the next one.
Robert N.The small-group walking tour to Machu Picchu and environs was an awesome trip. The success of the trip was due in large part to the leadership and participation of our guides, Paul and Jean. They were extremely well organized and kept us all on schedule. They were very professional and worked well together-smooth and seamless!! Their humor, energy and enthusiasm were contagious and helped our small group to bond and create a sense of community. They were very knowledgeable about the history of the sites we visited and Peruvian cultural traditions as well as comments on current life, such as the status of the Peruvian national soccer team or the role of women in Peru's police force. They patiently answered our many questions with a smile. In addition, they were able to identify plants, flowers, trees and birds on the trail. Although they have both hiked these trails many times before, they brought an attitude of freshness and newness to each hike. We had no major problems, but they handled the minor mishaps calmly, taking charge to solve them quickly. They are both excellent problem solvers!! Beyond their expertise is what I value the most: they treated each person of the group with respect, kindness and caring. They offered to help with whatever was needed. In addition to our guides, Julio was our driver for the trip outside of Lima and Oscar was our driver in the Lima area. Both drivers were skilled and amazing, given the narrow streets and traffic. Their driving was truly a feat of skill and precision!! As Tour Manager, Paul continually thanked and gave credit to the other members of his team. Both he and Jean are skilled and experienced leaders. I had complete trust in all members of the team.
Susan G.We had a wonderful trip to Nepal. Out tour guide, Deepak and assistant/trainee Randwa were 10s. All the hotels and food were great. I believe we were the first group on the Nepal walking tour. We survived and had a memorable experience. Thank you for arranging it.
Neloufa M.The Greece Walking Tour was great! We enjoyed everything about the trip from the natural beauty of Zagori and Meteora, to the history and culture of the small villages and towns, to Mountain Tea and Mountain Music, to the stone bridges, Vikos Gorge, the monasteries, the Pindus Range and the amazing rock formations. We also had great accommodations and food throughout the trip. Our guide and driver Dimitris and Gregory were both personable, knowledgeable and accommodating, and made our trip completely stress-free. Thank you Gate 1 for a wonderful itinerary and unforgettable trip.
Holly K.The walking tour of Croatia was amazing! Our guides Ivan and Mate were fabulous, funny, fit, and friendly. I travelled with my son, one of my childhood friends and her daughter and we all loved the experience. We loved the surprise Olive Oil tasting at the beginning and all of the group meals. The hikes were challenging, but not too much so, with plenty of opportunities for breaks. Our little group of four added on two days in Split and two days in Dubrovnik which allowed us time to explore the cities, too. When we were in Korcula, we opted not to go on the hike to the Mljet park so that we could let some sore joints heal and spend a day immersing in the town. The hotels were well appointed and generally located in convenient areas. Unfortunately the Hotel Lapad is on a street that has been under construction for a while. Hopefully, the street and promenade will be completed in the next year or so. But that didn't stop us from enjoying our stay there. Each of the hotels on our trip were well appointed, had great staff, fabulous breakfast buffets, and were close to restaurants, beaches and historic sights. We also met some wonderful folks, shared contact information, and hope to travel with them again! I've told everyone that Croatia was my favorite European country thus far...the Adriatic Sea was gorgeous, the red tile roofs were classic, the history was all around us, and the people were so friendly.
Julie H.Our trip was wonderful. We fell in love with Croatia and our two walking guides, Ivan and Mate. The walking and hiking were wonderful. I would prefer more trail hiking. Some of our walking was on roads, but nevertheless, lovely. I would say at least half of our group really were not hikers and by the last two days, these folks were done. Ivan was very patient and worked well with them. I cannot say enough about the great organization, care, accommodations, and patience of Ivan and Mate. Fantastic trip.
Katheryn S.We had an amazing hiking trip to Greece! Thanks to our tour guides, Dimitri and Angelos for keeping us safe when hiking on difficult terrains. Our driver, Gregory, went the extra mile taking us downtown one evening even though he was supposedly off duty. We enjoyed meeting everyone in our small group and developed friendships with many. The hotels are excellent. The food was superb. We couldn't have a better tour! This isn't our first tour with Gate1 and it won't be our last. Gate 1 has continually surprised us on every trip we have taken so far. Looking forward to our next in November and April next year. Thank you again for another memorable experience.
Lam-Anh G.In a word, AMAZING. Our hikes, the islands, meals, special tastings and the guides were incredible!
Mary H.We want to thank you and our wonderful tour guide Alessandro as we just finished the Sorrento walking tour. The hotel and room was a special surprise and made our trip extra special. Alessandro was amazing and the daily tour guides were wonderful. We loved the itinerary, the hikes, lunches and all the special touches. Thank you for a wonderful memory.
Susan B.My trip was great . Alexdrano my first tour guy in Sorrento was fabulous. And my second tour was great also Mario my guide was also fabulous.
Mary T.This was our second Gate 1 trip, but our first ever walking tour. We absolutely loved it! Our tour guides, Alphonso & Beatriz were outstanding and worked so well together. Along with the scheduled walks each day, we visited many interesting sites and learned a lot about the regions we traveled through. Our group of 22 was the perfect size to get to know one another while visiting some beautiful trails in Portugal & Spain. That said, we are definitely looking forward to booking another Gate 1 walking tour soon!
Janice O.Our hiking tour in Switzerland was fantastic! Our tour guide was truly exceptional in creating a memorable experience for us. Not every scheduled activity occurred as planned but our tour leader did her best to compensate with viable alternatives.
Barry B.Wow, great trip! Closer to hiking tour than walking tour, but still very enjoyable! Our two local guides were fantastic!
Ann F.The Jordan walking tour was AMAZING!! Our guides were fabulous, they helped immerse us into the culture and show us so much of Jordan! Everyone was incredibly flexible and worked with the group's wants, needs, and abilities. Several things changed during the visit but everyone was flexible and I did not feel like we missed out on anything. I have a food allergy and everyone was very accommodating of my needs at every stop. Abrahim, our one guide, modified plans based on weather, group needs, and contacted the main office as needed based on group feedback. Thankfully we were able to do the back hike to get into Petra which was AMAZING! We were able to see just about the entire place and avoided the crowds due to the trek that we took which worked out fabulously! The only complaint was that I wish we had more time at the Dead Sea. We had enough time to go in for a bit, thankfully. We were at the resort for maybe 5 hours before it was time to leave for the airport. Overall amazing trip!
Gwen T.Gate 1 travel guides are the best in the business. Although all the guides are good, I have my favorites: Ivan and Jaecko on the Croatian Walking Tour. Ivan & Jaecko were phenomenal hiking us up and down small mountains in Croatia, carrying our lunches and sometimes our gear, smiling at us, always. They helped me and my companion in every way in which we needed help, from lost chargers to getting to the ferries on time. These two were the utmost professionals: knowledgeable, helpful, personable, and charming. If you want to see Ivan smiling at you, watch the Croation Islands Walking Tour video.
Claire B.It was excellent in all regards. Thank you!
Amy R.The trip was wonderful and exceeded my expectations. Well done of Gate 1 Team!
Chien L.My trip was absolutely spectacular. Our Alpine guides : Marina and Angela were outstanding! Every aspect of our Swiss Hiking tour was top notch.
Mary K.Our hiking trip to Machu Picchu was a dream come true. Although this was one of the most difficult things I have ever done, it was well worth it and I cant recommend this trip enough. 3 days of very challenging hiking were surrounded by several other wonderfully immersive experiences that made the trip so much fun and fulfilling. Paul and Frank were absolutely amazing as guides. Our driver, Daniel was also top flight! My wife and I felt welcomed, supported and deeply cared for during the entire trip. We had a small group of 11 that bonded quickly; I hope the friendships last a long time. The sites visited were spectacular, the accommodations were wonderful and the food was excellent. If you are physically able, and looking for a challenge, this is the only way to visit Machu Picchu and the rest of Peru. This trip gets two big "thumbs up" from me. Best of all my (6) Gate 1 trips! FYI: I'm 70 years old, so "yes, you can do this" if you train for it and respect the challenge.
Thomas M.Our trip to Peru and Machu Picchu was amazing. Our tour managers were both superb and I could not have asked for a better pair. They were both very encouraging and helped all of us to have a fabulous trip. I really appreciated the fact that they gave everyone the extra help and encouragement they needed to complete the hike. They are the reason that this trip was such a success. Both they and the driver, Daniel, went above and beyond to ensure that everyone enjoyed the trip. Both Frank and Paul made the effort to get to know everyone in the group and made a point of noticing the needs and addressing them on an individual basis. Additionally, on every trip there was a surprise from one of the three of them, be it an ice cream, a beer, or after the hike, a much needed massage. They clearly cared about all of us and wanted to be sure that we had a fabulous vacation. I will take another vacation with Gate 1 because of the tour managers and drivers that we experienced on this trip. Thank you for this experience.
Cary W.