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Walking in Andorra

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Walking & Trekking

Overview

Hike the most beautiful trails in Andorra, guided by a tour leader who knows them better than anyone

The mountainous microstate of Andorra, nestled between France and Spain, is a land of dipping valleys, towering peaks, and alpine lakes. A pocket of hiking heaven in the high Pyrenees. This expertly crafted itinerary maximises your adventure, a collection of the most scenic trails (chosen by our local experts) led by the best guide in the region. Additionally, the central location of our Superior hotel means short transfers to the hikes and more time in the beautiful scenery. As you’ll find, local knowledge goes a long way in little Andorra.

Key Information

Trip Code: TAA
Ways to Travel: Guided Group
Countries: Andorra

What's Included

All accommodation: 7 Superior nights (hotels)
All breakfasts, five picnic lunches, and one dinner
All transport and listed activities
Expert tour leader to enhance your adventure
Group arrival and departure transfers available

Don't Forget To

Request a single room if required, purchase travel insurance and arrange any visas and vaccinations. On this trip, local city taxes are not included - please allow approximately €15 for the week across the applicable accommodations.

5 days of Walking & Trekking

Pace:

Five walking days
Leisurely: 2mph-3mph (3kph-4kph)

Terrain:

Low altitude; uneven paths and lots of steps

Day 2: 7 km / 4.3 miles
Day 3: 11 km / 6.8 miles
Day 5: 8 km / 5 miles
Day 6: 10 km / 6.2 miles
Day 7: 11 km / 6.8 miles

Highlights

Hike the most scenic trails in Andorra, guided by a tour leader who knows every twist and turn
Discover the three mountain-wrapped lakes of the Lagos de Tristaina circuit
Walk through history in the Valle de Incles, taking trails used by Second World War refugees
Summit Casamanya, the Heart of Andorra, for panoramic views over most of the country
Marvel at alpine lakes hidden within the Circ de Pessons, a glorious glacial amphitheatre
Stay at our centrally located Superior hotel, spending less time driving and more time in nature

Itinerary

First Destination: Canillo, Andorra
Next Destination: Canillo, Andorra

Meals included:Dinner

Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch

Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch

Meals included:Breakfast

Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch

Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch

Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch

Meals included:Breakfast

First Destination: Canillo, Andorra
Next Destination: Canillo, Andorra

Begin your adventure in the mountain town of Canillo, our gateway to the Pyrenean trails of Andorra.

Around 6pm, say hola to your tour leader and fellow travellers when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.

Your tour leader then ensures a big Andorran welcome by arranging a group dinner.

Want more time in Canillo or Barcelona? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.

Meals included:Dinner

Linking three glacial lakes near the Ordino-Arcalís ski resort, the Lagos de Tristaina circuit is a wonderfully scenic start to our hiking adventure.

It’s a relatively gentle day, a great warm up for the hikes ahead and the ideal opportunity to get to know each other better.

Along the way, we see all three lakes – Estany Primer, with its deep blue waters; the hill-wrapped Estany del Mig; and Estany de Més Amunt, the largest of the trio – and, if we’re lucky, the free-roaming Percheron horses that live here.

Maximum altitude: 7,749ft (2,326m)

Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch

The Valle de Incles, a glacial valley where shepherd huts and meadows sit beneath high ridges, is our host for today’s adventure.

Our circular trail showcases the beauty of the region, passing cascades, rippling peaks and dense pine forests. We also do a lap of the Estany de Siscaró, an alpine lake surrounded by meadows and peaks.

While you’re taking in the beauty, make sure to mine your tour leader’s knowledge on the Valle de Incles, which was used as a clandestine crossing into France by smugglers and refugees during the Second World War.

Maximum altitude: 7,578ft (2,310m)

Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch

Today is free to rest or join optional activities. Options include trying a via ferrata and crossing the Tibetan Bridge at Canillo, visiting the Caldea thermal baths in Escaldes-Engordany, lacing up skates at the Palau de Gel ice rink, or heading into Andorra la Vella for shopping (the principality remains tax-free).

Meals included:Breakfast

We set our sights on Casamanya today. The peak is an icon of the central Pyrenees and a firm favourite for local hikers. Our route takes us up some steep sections, but the views from the top, over virtually the whole country, are well worth the effort.

On our descent, we stop at the Roc del Quer viewpoint, a cantilevered platform jutting 40ft (12m) from the mountainside, offering a bird’s-eye view of Canillo village.

Maximum altitude: 8,956ft (2,730m)

Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch

Cross from east to west today, tracking a spectacular linear route between two valleys.

From the peaceful village of Ransol, we ascend through a dramatic glacial valley, passing a series of pristine alpine lakes before we climb toward the high mountain pass of Collada dels Meners, each turn reveals sweeping views and wild, unspoiled landscapes.

We then descend to Sorteny Valley, a protected nature park renowned for its meadows of wildflowers, endemic alpine species, and one of the richest floral reserves in the Pyrenees.

Maximum altitude: 9,094ft (2,772m)

Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch

A 30-minute transfer brings us to Grau Roig. It may be a renowned ski resort, but it’s the gateway to the Circ de Pessons for us, a glorious glacial amphitheatre dotted with a series of mountain lakes. A fitting finale to our week of hiking.

We follow a circular route linking several of the lakes, surrounded by glorious Andorran peaks throughout.

Maximum altitude: 8,504ft (2,592m)

Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch

You’ve hiked the most beautiful trails in the country, climbed the ‘Heart of Andorra’ and traced glacial valleys, but now it’s time to begin your return journey home.

Alternatively, if you’d like to extend your adventure, speak to your sales representative to discuss our large range of extension options.

Meals included:Breakfast

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Accommodation

Ski Plaza Hotel & Wellness, Canillo

There’s no better place to base yourself than Canillo. The village occupies a central spot in Andorra, meaning less time on the road, more time in nature.

We stay at the Ski Plaza, a welcoming hotel with two restaurants, a lobby bar, and comfortable rooms. If you really want to treat yourself, consider a visit to the spa, which features a hydrotherapy circuit, sensation pool, hot stone beds, and contrast showers.

Upgrade to a junior-suite throughout the itinerary – speak to your sales representative for more details.

Essential Information

This trip is graded Activity Level 3 (Moderate). For more information on our trip gradings, visit our Activity Level Guidelines page. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip, please contact us.

Suitability: The hikes range from 3hr to 6hr 30min. Some paths feature steep ascents and descents, with some requiring scrambling. Therefore, it is not suitable for those with knee problems.

Terrain: The terrain offers significant diversity. Expect raw wilderness, with rugged peaks, deep canyons, and steep ridges. Be prepared for some uneven, rocky, and sometimes rubble-covered paths.

Flexibility: The order of the itinerary may be changed to ensure the best possible conditions for each activity.

Key information

Start hotel: Ski Plaza Hotel & Wellness, Av. Sant Joan de Caselles, AD100 Canillo, Andorra
Phone: +376 739 444
Recommended arrival time: There is a welcome briefing at 6pm, followed by a group dinner
Airport: Barcelona Airport (BCN)

Getting to the start hotel

The start hotel is approximately three hours’ drive from Barcelona Airport. We provide one group transfer from the airport to the hotel, which you can join at no extra cost, provided you can be at the airport before the transfer leaves. Speak to your sales representative for the transfer times or to arrange a private transfer.

Catching your return flight

There’s one group transfer to Barcelona Airport, which you can join at no extra cost. Please speak to your sales representative for the time of the transfer. If the group transfer does not suit your flight time, speak to your sales representative to arrange an alternative.

Andorra

Travellers from the UK, US and EU normally do not need a visa to enter Andorra. However, visa requirements often change and it is your responsibility to obtain any required visas for this trip. Therefore, we recommend you check with the nearest embassy or consulate of your chosen destination(s), including any countries you may be transiting or transferring through (Andorra is landlocked, so you will need to enter from either France or Spain)

Andorra’s summer climate is warm and sunny, with daytime highs around 30C (86F), cooler mountain breezes, and refreshing evenings. Rainfall is occasional, and the Pyrenees provide clear skies ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.

As a certified B Corp, we’re on a mission to improve our social and environmental impact across all our adventures.

We do this through our innovative Thriving Nature, Thriving People plan.

This ‘nature positive’ approach is designed to help nature and communities thrive in harmony through practical solutions, such as reducing carbon and waste on our trips, supporting conservation projects through the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation, and rewilding 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller.