52 of the world’s top-rated trails. Hikes range in length from one day to three days, with treks that are almost expeditionary in length. Some of the longest routes, such as North America’s Pacific Coast Trail, which traverses the Rocky Mountains from Mexico to Canada, can be broken down into sections. For backpackers seeking a thrill, there’s the rugged peaks of Corsica on the perilous GR20, or the trek to Everest Base Camp. And for history buffs, there’s Peru’s Inca Trail or the 5-day hike to the Lost City of Teyuna in Colombia.
Other legendary trails to discover: Samaria Gorge – Crete, Lycian Way – Turkey, Camino De Santiago – Spain, Routeburn Track – New Zealand, Laugavegur – Iceland, Torres Del Paine – Chile, Overland Track – Australia, Kungsleden – Sweden, West Highland Way – Scotland, John Muir Trail – USA, Alta Via 1 – Italy, Haute Route Pyrenees – Spain/France, Drakensberg Grand Traverse – South Africa, Western Way – Ireland, Via Dinerica – Albania/Bosnia/Croatia/Kosovo, GR221 Dry Stone Route – Majorca, Chilkoot Trail – USA/Canada, Toukbal Circuit – Morocco, Tour of the Matterhorn – Switzerland, Wadi Rum and Petra – Jordan.
