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The World’s 15 Best Small-Group Hikes

38 hikes  ·  from $37 a head

The good small-group hikes fill up first and the great ones fill up weeks ahead. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Small Group: Valley of Fire Half Day Tour from Las Vegas - Beehive Rock and the first red-rock details
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Small Group: Valley of Fire Half Day Tour from Las Vegas

1.Small Group: Valley of Fire Half Day Tour from Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,130 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $84Our pick

Trade the Strip for Valley of Fire’s red sandstone, petroglyphs, Fire Wave, Elephant Rock, and Rainbow Vista. This small-group tour includes hotel pickup, a deli lunch, water, snacks, park admission, and light hiking. Guides such as Charles, Ray, Edward, Jessie A, and Carlito are praised for clear explanations and excellent photos.

“This Valley of Fire half-day tour exceeded every expectation, and a huge reason for that was our guide, Jesse A. From start to finish, Jesse was simply outstanding—knowledgeable, engaging, patient, and genuinely passionate about the area. He shared incredible insight into the geology, history, and petroglyphs, answering every question with depth and enthusiasm, while also making sure everyone in our small group felt comfortable and never rushed. Whether it was pointing out hidden details in the rock formations, accommodating different hiking abilities, or making sure we got the perfect photo spots, Jesse handled every detail seamlessly. We visited iconic locations like Elephant Rock and expl...”

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Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui - Entering the East Maui rainforest
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Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

2.Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,417 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $187

Ride the Road to Hana from Kahului, then hike East Maui’s rainforest with a local naturalist. You’ll cross streams, scramble over basalt, visit several waterfalls, swim in freshwater pools, and sample rainforest fruit. Guides such as Des, Joel, Michael, and Abby are known for mixing island culture, plant lore, humor, and careful trail support.

“My favorite part was definitely seeing the waterfalls. I did expect to see more wildlife… definitely more birds. But our guide couldn’t have done a better job. She made it fun and informative!”

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Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik - Skógafoss brings the big waterfall drama
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Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

3.Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 827 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $205

Set out from Reykjavik in a minibus for Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, and a guided hike on Sólheimajökull. Your English-speaking driver and glacier guide provide the gear and instruction you need. Expect a full day, moderate walking, about 18 people, and a long but rewarding return ride.

“Your day starts off by your driver picking you up at your stop, which went perfectly. Our driver Sveinbjorn was excellent. Right from the start he makes you feel welcome, nice calm icleandic music in the background and talking about Iceland. Since everything is based on a schedule during the day, Sveinbjorn made sure that we had plenty of time at each stop all the while keeping us on schedule. When you get to the Glacier Hike he introduces you to your guide and makes sure you have all your equipment. They wait for you on their bus while you are doing the tours so there is no need to…”

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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group - What the approach feels like before your boots touch ice
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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group

4.Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 799 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115

You’ll walk from Sólheimajökull Base Camp onto a blue-white outlet glacier with a certified Icelandic Mountain Guide. Expect safety training, crampons, an ice axe, glacier formations, crevasses, photo stops, and perhaps a small ice tunnel. Guides such as Sam, Sophia, Oskar, and Heini are praised for clear instruction and careful pacing.

“The whole experience was amazing. The views are incredible and our guide Oscar was very good. Would highly recommend”

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Guided Hike through Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon (Small Group) - Entering the 1.5-mile Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon
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Guided Hike through Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon (Small Group)

5.Guided Hike through Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon (Small Group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 708 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $69

Ride from Kanab to Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon, then walk about 1.5 miles round trip through cool, shaded Navajo Sandstone walls. Groups are limited to 10, and guides such as Kyle, Raymond, Sherwin, and Quinn add geology, local stories, and photo help. The route is easy but unpaved, and the canyon ends in a turnaround.

“If anyone has time for a quick hike or just want great views at an easy pace, this is it. We had Kyle as our guide on 7/4/25 and we were lucky enough to be the only 2 people in his group in the am. Would love to have him as a guide the next time as he knows how to work your phone/camera and get some pretty cool shots. Thank you for the experience! 10/10 recommend”

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From Beijing: Small Group Hike at Jinshanling Great Wall - Meeting at Dongzhimen and heading into Hebei
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From Beijing: Small Group Hike at Jinshanling Great Wall

6.From Beijing: Small Group Hike at Jinshanling Great Wall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 667 reviews · 9 hours · from $52

Leave Beijing at 8am for a three-hour hike across Jinshanling’s restored middle section and rougher eastern towers. You’ll have wide views, steep steps, water, snacks, and trekking poles. Choose a guide such as Cheney or Woody, or hike independently with driver support. Lunch at a local farmer’s restaurant follows.

“zhang fhen was a great driver, super fun all the time!”

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Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour - Starting at Skaftafell National Park
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Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour

7.Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 580 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $117

Meet Troll Expeditions in Skaftafell for a three-hour guided walk on Vatnajökull. After a short ride, you hike to the glacier, learn to use crampons and an ice axe, and explore ice formations and moulins with a group capped at 12. Guides such as Maria, Martin, Anna, and Atilla have earned praise for calm, careful instruction.

“Our guide Maria was fantastic - she was extremely patient with the people struggling with equipment, and with one member of our party who was in a bad mood and less than polite. She was a saint! The glacier hike was stunning, with gorgeous ice formations and beautiful views back down to the coast.”

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Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls - Hotel pickup makes the park easy to reach
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Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls

8.Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 536 reviews · 6 hours · from $69

Explore Tijuca Forest with a bilingual guide such as Vini, Riccardo, Tito, or Luiza on a moderate 6.2 km trail. Visit Taunay Waterfall, Mayrink Chapel, a suspension bridge, coffee-era ruins, Morcego’s Grotto, and Baronesa Cascade, where you can cool off under the falls. Hotel pickup is available from selected South Zone properties.

“Hike was good. Guide Vini is quite knowledgeable and friendly. Going to nature is always healing, but cannot say i was exited with what i saw. There were no mosquitos, we didn't see animals, places were sometimes empty, then other people arrive. So these conditions vary. Hike was not average, for me it was closer to easy level, however in the end everybody was sleeping in the car) So it's a good option to spend some time in Rio and explore the park. Car arrived almost on time, but i would like if orginizers will also send information about the car, like plate number, model or name on the car.”

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Chiang Mai: Gibbons, Trekking & Mae Kampong Small Group Tour - The ride from Chiang Mai to Mae Kampong
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Chiang Mai: Gibbons, Trekking & Mae Kampong Small Group Tour

9.Chiang Mai: Gibbons, Trekking & Mae Kampong Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 504 reviews · from $77

Travel from Chiang Mai to Mae Kampong with an English-speaking guide such as TK or Nee. Walk forest trails, seek wild gibbons with a local caretaker, visit a waterfall, taste edible plants, enjoy coffee with valley views, and eat a Thai lunch. Sightings are never guaranteed.

“Aside from the rain, it was so beautiful to be hiking and experiencing the gibbons of Mae Kam Pong! The architecture is stellar, and the hospitality and food were 10/10.”

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Skaftafell: Extra-Small Group Glacier Hike - Learning to walk on Falljökull
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Skaftafell: Extra-Small Group Glacier Hike

10.Skaftafell: Extra-Small Group Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 501 reviews · 3 hours · from $162

Meet Melrakki Adventures in Skaftafell for a three-hour glacier hike on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull. Your English-speaking guide provides crampons, safety instruction, and a 15-minute 4x4 ride to the ice. Expect up to two hours among blue pools, moulins, crevasses, and striking ice formations, with groups capped at eight.

“Great tour with Jose! We were a group of 5 and were the first to arrive to the glacier in the morning, which was great for the pictures! Jose was very friendly and his explanations were clear. He also took some photos for us! We really enjoyed it!”

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Solheimajokull Glacier 3-Hour Small-Group Hike - Getting fitted with crampons and safety gear
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Solheimajokull Glacier 3-Hour Small-Group Hike

11.Solheimajokull Glacier 3-Hour Small-Group Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 501 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125

Meet your English-speaking guide at Sólheimajökull parking lot for a three-hour glacier hike. Guides such as Edgar, Anna, Lilly, and Wojtec help with crampons, pace, and safety while explaining the glacier’s ice, volcanic ash, changing shape, and nearby Eyjafjallajökull.

“Be prepared to hike. It is a beautiful and informative hike. Our guide was great. The advertising photo shows an ice cave, nope, no cave.”

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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike - Small Group Blue Ice Adventure - Learning to walk with crampons
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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Small Group Blue Ice Adventure

12.Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Small Group Blue Ice Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 497 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $117

Join Arctic Adventures for an easy-to-moderate three-hour hike on Sólheimajökull, about 35 minutes from Vík. Your certified guide supplies crampons, helmet, harness, and ice axe, then leads you across blue ice, ridges, moulins, and crevasses. Guides such as Steve, Daniel, Francesco, and Candelaria are praised for clear safety advice and patient pacing.

“The staff were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They explained the entire process of glaciers, stopped for breaks and pictures, and helped when needed. It was beautiful, a good workout, run by great people.”

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Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit - Walking through Meteora’s rock forest
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Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit

13.Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 484 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36Best value

Start with hotel pickup in Kalambaka or Kastraki, then hike Meteora’s forested trails with an English-speaking guide such as Chris, Christos, Evan, or Dimitris. Expect about four hours, striking views, local history, geology, plants, and a visit to Ypapanti, with Great Meteoron and other monasteries included in the route. Moderate fitness is needed.

“Great low key hike up to the monestery, learned about the area, the history and the fauna. Evan, our guide was knowledgeable and well spoken! We thoroughly enjoyed our morning!”

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Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group - The 4x4 ride saves useful time
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Glacier Hike from Skaftafell – Extra Small Group

14.Glacier Hike from Skaftafell – Extra Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 473 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $156

Walk across Falljökull in Vatnajökull National Park with a certified English-speaking guide and a group of no more than eight. A 4x4 ride takes you close to the ice, leaving about 90 minutes for crevasses, moulins, glacier views, and safe hands-on instruction. Guides such as Javi, Kate, and Kallia are praised for clear coaching and personal attention.

“What an amazing experience we had! Our guide, Javi, was a wonderful guide. He made sure that we feel safe, was knowledgeable, engaging, passionate, fun and kind. What a great tour we had! Thank you, Melrakki Adventures!”

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From Prague: Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland Small-Group Hike - Bastei Bridge and the Elbe Canyon views
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From Prague: Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland Small-Group Hike

15.From Prague: Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland Small-Group Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 354 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $142

Leave Prague in a small group of up to seven for a full day across Czechia and Germany. Guides such as Adam, Alice, Joseph, and Andrea lead hikes to Bastei Bridge, Pravčická Gate, and Tisa Rock Labyrinth, with a boat ride, Czech lunch, snacks, and hotel pickup included.

“We saw the Bastei bridge, the kamenice gorge boat ride and the sandstone city. Adam was a wonderful guide. He saw to all our needs and was very knowledgeable about history and the sights. A truly memorable trip.”

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