Walking Ratings

Easy: The walks rated "easy" cover 4 - 6 miles over the course of the day on gentle, rolling terrain. Short climbs of up to 400 feet and walks on unpaved paths may be included. Options of shorter and longer segments are available most days.

Easy to Moderate: The majority of our walks are designated "easy to moderate." Some of the walks are as previously described, while other walks may range from 5 - 9 miles on rolling terrain, with a few climbs of up to 900 feet. Most walks are on unpaved paths and trails. You should feel comfortable walking at least 5 - 6 hours over the course of the day. Options of shorter (with a vehicle shuttle) and longer segments are available some days.

Moderate: One or more of the following factors may be present: climbs of up to 2,000 feet, uneven footpaths and on Peru: Mystical Machu Picchu walks at elevations of 9,000 - 13,000 feet.

Moderate to Challenging: Most days call for walks of 6 - 14 miles on rolling to hilly and rugged terrain. One or more of the following factors may be present: climbs of up to 3,000 feet, uneven footpaths and walking at higher altitudes.

Challenging: All days call for walks of 6 - 14 miles on rolling to hilly and rugged terrain. One or more of the following factors may be present: climbs of up to 4,000 feet, uneven footpaths and walking at higher altitudes. Some days include an inn-to-inn itinerary where vehicle support is limited.