Breathe in the crisp air, climb soaring ridges and conquer rugged peaks – hiking in Europe’s mountains will test you as you push upward step by step. And while the Alps are home to some of the continent’s most iconic trails, ambitious treks can be found far beyond them, even offshore, on remote islands. Below are four challenging self-guided hiking trips that will let you explore the dramatic mountain landscapes of Sardinia, Madeira, Tenerife and Mallorca on foot and at your own pace. Looking beyond 2026? Many 2027 departures can be booked now, or contact a Eurohike specialist to be notified as soon as dates are finalized.
Coastal Trails and Karst Plateaus in Sardinia’s Breathtaking Nature Park
The eastern trails of Sardinia offer an untamed landscape where challenging paths wind among jagged karst, towering cacti, shimmering seas and fragrant thickets of macchia that stretch out beneath endless skies. This tour leads from Santa Maria Navarrese across the wild Golgo highlands to sweeping plateaus overlooking the Bay of Orosei. Hikers trek through a narrow gorge and past soaring limestone spires and ancient holm oaks to reach Cala Goloritzé, celebrated as one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Quiet coves like Cala Luna invite for swim stops and the journey concludes with the Monte Irveri loop hike, which reveals the Italian island’s rocky heart.
Sardinia’s East Coast: Eight days, with departures on Thursdays and Saturdays from March 21 to June 13 and Aug. 22 to Oct. 24, 2026, starting at €889 per person.
The Untamed Beauty of Madeira’s Northern Coast
Laurel forests, basalt columns, golden bays and dramatic cliffs come together to create a striking portrait of Madeira. The tour begins in Machico, looping out to the wild São Lourenço peninsula before ascending the Levada do Caniçal to the breathtaking mountain pass of Boca do Risco. From there, hikers climb to the summit of Pico Ruivo, the Portuguese island’s highest point, where a sweeping 360-degree panorama unfolds. The route then leads to a high plateau and the mystical Fanal area before concluding with a scenic drive to Porto Moniz.
Madeira’s Wild North Coast: Eight days, with departures on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from Jan. 10 to Dec. 5, 2026, starting at €899 per person.
From Black Rocks to White Lunar Landscape on Tenerife
This tour brings together the colors and shapes of Tenerife and the Canary Islands, from wild cliffs and lush green forests to dark lava fields and volcanic landscapes. Setting out from the town of Garachico, where waves crash against black lava pools, hikers follow narrow paths that climb into the Teno Mountains. Beyond the ridge, the trail opens up to views of the dramatic Masca Gorge, where dark rock faces drop straight into the Atlantic. The journey reaches its grand finale in Teide National Park, highlighted by a surreal lunar landscape of pale tuff stone shaped by wind and water at over 1,800 meters above sea level.
Walking Paradise Tenerife: Eight days, with departures on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from Jan. 2 to Dec. 6, 2026, starting at €1,039 per person.
Discovering Mallorca’s Wild Trans Tramuntana
Crossing the Spanish island of Mallorca’s Serra de Tramuntana on foot reveals a rugged mountain landscape of ridges, ravines, and terraced fields far beyond the typical sun and beaches. This tour winds past holm oak forests, rocky heights, Cúber reservoir, the Pass de L’Ofre, and the Biniaraix gorge. Hikers continue into the inspiring artists’ village of Deià for freshly pressed orange juice before following the trails down to where waves rush against the promenade in Port de Sóller. The trek ends in the streets of Palma’s old town, offering a refreshing lemon ice cream before saying farewell.
Mallorca-Trans Tramuntana: Eight days, with departures on Fridays and Sundays from Feb. 6 to May 21 and Sept. 25 to Nov. 1, 2026, starting at €889 per person.
Ready for 2027?
For more 2027 hiking inspiration, see the Rota Vicentina, Lechweg Path, Crossing the Alps E5: Oberstdorf-Merano or From Merano to Lake Garda tours.
About Eurofun Touristik
For over 30 years, Eurofun Touristik, the parent company of the Eurobike and Eurohike brands, has been the go-to specialist for self-guided cycling and walking vacations in Europe’s most breathtaking regions. The range of itineraries is rich, colorful and full of unique local experiences, from cycling and hiking in the impressive Alps to exploring picturesque islands, trails along rivers and lakes, pilgrimage walks and culinary tours. Each is perfectly organized by experts and designed as a seamless package with reliable luggage transfers, personal on-site support, comprehensive travel documents and handpicked, charming hotels. With Eurofun, active travelers can experience the pure joy of cycling and the simple bliss of walking, fully organized and tailored to their dreams. For more information, visit Eurobike Cycling Holidays and Eurohike Walking Holidays.
