The Best Mountain Vacations in Europe
Senior Commissioning Editor
From lava-filled volcanoes off Sicily to dazzling Icelandic glaciers, Europe is home to the most beautiful mountainous regions in the world. Tick off a handful of the best on these Culture Trip adventures.
It’s hard to beat Europe when it comes to mountains. Snow-capped behemoths, scaling heights of up to 5,000m (16,404ft), can be found in the Caucasus range in Georgia, while bubbling volcanic islands await in the balmy Mediterranean. Plus there’s a smattering of mountains in the UK to discover. Read on to discover the best mountain vacations in Europe, all bookable with Culture Trip.
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Hike through the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia
Think the Alps are impressive? You’ll be blown away by the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia, which boast seven peaks over 5,000m high. For context, the legendary Mont Blanc is only 4,809m (15,777ft). This once-in-a-lifetime expedition will take you to the heart of this towering mountain range, including a three-hour hike up to the photogenic Gergeti Trinity Church and a stop-off at Ananuri Castle. Take the opportunity to join an extra hike through an alpine meadow near Juta, one of the highest villages in the region – you’ll be rewarded with uninterrupted views of the jagged and snow-capped Chaukhi Massif.
From US$1287.2
Next available from 5th Oct 2024
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Trip highlights and details
STARTS AT
Tbilisi, Georgia
ENDS AT
Tbilisi, Georgia
DURATION
9
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
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Hike in the Cairngorms and ride an iconic steam train in Scotland
The rocky landscapes of Scotland are among the most picturesque mountain regions in all of Europe, and there’s no better way of seeing them than from the comfort of a train, which is exactly what you’ll do on this seven-day Rail Trip. Take the Jacobite steam train, immortalised as the Hogwarts Express, across the Glenfinnan Viaduct and to western Scotland, where you’ll get to explore the spectacular Cairngorms National Park. Cap off a rewarding guided hike past glassy lochs and ancient woodlands with a wee dram of whisky back at the hotel.
From US$2335.27
Next available from 2nd Sep 2024
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Trip highlights and details
STARTS AT
London, England
ENDS AT
Edinburgh, Scotland
DURATION
7
GROUP SIZE
18
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
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Explore Europe's greatest adventure playground, the Azores
Out in the Atlantic, far off the Portuguese coast, is a volcanic archipelago with some of the most stunning vistas you can find anywhere on Earth. Our six day trip here explores the largest island, São Miguel, and includes a jeep tour of the luscious slopes of the Sete Cidades volcanic complex, followed up by a cycle around the area’s two giant crater lakes, and some time to kayak on them too.
From US$1931.3
Next available from 15th Sep 2024
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Trip highlights and details
STARTS AT
Ponta Delgada, Portugal
ENDS AT
Ponta Delgada, Portugal
DURATION
6
GROUP SIZE
8
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Additional words by Gethin Morgan.
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