Hiking for Couples
Hiking is one of our favourite ways to experience a destination together. Whether it’s a mountain trail, a coastal walk, a route through dramatic countryside or simply a path leading to an unforgettable viewpoint, walking often takes us beyond the obvious sights and closer to the landscapes we’re travelling to discover.
Explore our first-hand hiking experiences across Europe and beyond, from the mountains and coastlines of Scotland and the Balkans to Switzerland, Norway, Croatia and other destinations we’ve explored together. Discover scenic trails, dramatic viewpoints, natural landscapes and practical tips based on our own experiences.
These aren’t simply hiking routes. They are part of the journeys we’ve taken as a couple — sometimes challenging, sometimes leisurely, but always an opportunity to slow down, enjoy the scenery and experience a destination at a different pace.
Whether you’re looking for a mountain adventure, a coastal walk or a scenic trail to add to a wider road trip, discover our favourite hiking experiences and ideas for exploring the outdoors together.
Our Isle of May day trip took us from Edinburgh to Anstruther and across the Firth of Forth for a few hours of walking, wildlife watching and seabird spotting. We hoped to see puffins – and eventually found hundreds of them on the water.
A two-week Italian road trip from the Dolomites to Lake Garda, combining mountain hikes, Canazei, Verona’s opera, Sirmione and plenty of unexpected discoveries along the way.
Discover the Seven Rila Lakes and Sapareva Banya on our Bulgaria road trip. We combine a spectacular mountain hike with thermal pools, practical trail advice and a relaxing spa stay.
A self-guided full-day hike from Tafraout through Morocco’s Anti-Atlas Mountains. Hidden pools, granite valleys, shepherd trails and a scenic loop past Napoleon’s Hat.
The Painted Rocks of Tafraout are one of Morocco’s most unusual attractions. Discover their fascinating history, the controversy surrounding Jean Vérame’s land art, and the best ways to visit on foot, by bike or by car.
Paradise Valley is one of the most beautiful day trips from Agadir. In this guide, we share our self-guided hike, route information, practical tips, where to stay, and what to expect from Morocco’s famous canyon oasis.
Our complete Zhangjiajie travel guide for couples covering Tianmen Mountain, Avatar Mountains, Wulingyuan, Grand Canyon and practical tips from our real China trip.
