Walking & Hiking by Gate 1
Gate 1 Travel's perfect balance of cultural immersion and memorable hiking experiences.
Gate 1 Travel's perfect balance of cultural immersion and memorable hiking experiences.
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Why Choose Gate 1 Walking & Hiking Tours?
Make the most of Gate 1's vast experience, over 40 years providing outstanding guided and escorted tours worldwide. Walking tours are physically demanding, suited for travelers with an active and athletic lifestyle. Tours feature traditional touring, along with guided walking and hiking excursions to become fully immersed into the destination. Engage with locals and discover the beauty and majesty of a region from a unique and exhilarating vantage point.
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13 Day New Zealand Walking Tour
Discover the beautiful scenery of New Zealand on one of our Walking Tours. Visit the picturesque Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo, cruise on spectacular Milford Sound, hike along the renowned Kepler Track and so much more on this small group walking tour.
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Trained Hiking Guides
Embark on your journey and experience your destination in the best way possible. Walking Tours by Gate 1 are led by qualified professionally trained Hiking Guides to maximize your safety and enjoyment. For groups of 11-22 travelers, an additional guide is provided, except for USA & Canada Walking tours where the maximum group size is 14. Hiking Guides are specially trained with expert knowledge of the particular region of travel as well as the native flora and fauna.
Hike Activity Level
Each package has defined activity levels for every hike:
| Level | Easy | Moderate | Challenging | Very Challenging |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | Up to 3 hours | 3 - 4 hours | 4 - 5 hours | 5+ hours |
| Type | Walking | Walking & Hiking | Hiking | Hiking |
| Terrain | Mostly flat | Hilly & Uneven | Rugged with loose rocks & steep grades | Mountainous with some climbing & many steep grades |
| Elevation Gain/Loss | 500 feet or less | 500 - 1,000 feet | 1,000 - 2,000 feet | More than 2,000 feet |
| Easy Duration: Up to 3 hours Type: Walking Terrain: Mostly flat Elevation Gain/Loss: 500 ft or less |
| Moderate Duration: 3 - 4 hours Type: Walking & Hiking Terrain: Hilly & Uneven Elevation Gain/Loss: 500 - 1,000 feet |
| Challenging Duration: 4 - 5 hours Type: Hiking Terrain: Rugged with loose rocks & steep grades Elevation Gain/Loss: 1,000 - 2,000 feet |
| Very Challenging Duration: 5+ hours Type: Hiking Terrain: Mountainous with some climbing & many steep grades Elevation Gain/Loss: More than 2,000 feet |
Daily duration and elevation gain/loss are general guidelines; check your itinerary for more specific details.
Accommodations
Our smaller groups often allow us to stay in superior tourist-class boutique properties when off the beaten path and first-class hotels while in major cities. Enjoy deluxe accommodations in the Dead Sea, wander the local neighborhoods of Athens and experience this unique natural and cultural landscape in the heart of Austria. Your home away from home has been carefully selected and includes standard rooms, easy check-in & the same great service expected when traveling with Gate 1.
