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Hiking Vacations: Top Destinations
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Best Destinations for a Hiking Vacation
Travelers will not be disappointed by the number of hiking destinations they can find around the world. Nonetheless, these are a few of the best destinations to keep in mind for your next hiking trip.
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1. The Great Ocean Walk
This magnificent coastal trail is located in Victoria, Australia. The trek is about 50 to 60 miles long and it takes around a week to complete. Travelers will get the chance to stroll through eucalyptus forests, admire rocky beaches and dunes, as well as encounter ancient fossils that surround the area. Moreover, this region has rich wildlife which includes koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, and during certain seasons, whales.
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2. Dolomites
The mountain range of the Dolomites may be one of the mightiest hikes in Italy, if not Europe. The Alta Via Uno trail leads for around 75 miles and takes about one week to complete. Travelers will embark on a journey that will take them through bewildering cliffs, alpine lakes, and wild forests. Photographers will be delighted by the natural beauty of this area.
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3. Mount Kilimanjaro
Located in the heart of Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaro offers travelers a 37 miles hike, and a seven day trip, on the Machame Route along the tallest mountain in Africa. This dormant volcano is famously known to be the tallest freestanding mountain in the entire globe, which makes it an incredibly picturesque hike as the location gives a complete view of the surrounding landscapes.
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4. The Grand Canyon
In the state of Arizona, visitors will be able to find one of America's best hiking spots. The Grand Canyon, also known as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, offers hikers a chance to walk through about 35 miles of trails in around three days. Visitors will have to follow a combination of the South Kaibab, North Kaibab, and Bright Angel trail to get the most scenic route. Travelers will not be disappointed by the lucid colors, unique geological formations, and incredible landscape that surround the area.
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5. La Ciudad Perdida
One of the most adventurous hikes will lead travelers 31 miles along Colombia's Sierra Nevada for about four days to arrive at La Ciudad Perdida (The Lost City). This archaeological site offers hikers the chance to stroll through the ruins of an ancient city, which was founded around the year 800 AD.
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