Carpathian Trek

Our most popular trip!

Experience a taste of Slovakia from atop of its roof - the Carpathian Mountains.

An exceptionally varied landscape of this beautiful mountain range together with clever system of trails offers unrivalled hiking opportunities. Our trip will take you to several National Parks. Together we will dive into a kingdom of dense forest, narrow gorges and crystal-clear streams of Slovak Paradise; climb the highest accessible peak in the rugged High Tatras; descend into a mysterious world of stunning caves; do a multi-day backpacking along the grassy ridges

of Low Tatras.

Keep your camera on hand, you don't want to miss

the rare mountain chamois likely to be seen in these places and of course, sunrise. Everybody who has ever sat on a mountaintop lit by the early morning sun probably knows...

The itinerary is packed with unforgettable hiking  and the finest of nearby picturesque towns with timeless monuments, inviting restaurants and cafés where we enjoy delicious cuisine and some of the finest wines or beers.

In addition we visit the impressive Spiš castle, ruins of one of the largest castle complexes in Europe,

a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Carpathian Trek

8 Days/7Nights

Hiking, Walking, Backpacking

excellent hiking,

historical towns, original folklore,

fotified castles,

unspoilt nature, caves, lakes, amazing scenery,

superb cuisine... fun!

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Budapest, van transfer to Banská Štiavnica(UNESCO); welcome dinner. [D]

Day 2: Tour of Banská Štiavnica town, the New and Old castles, open-air mining museum; hike round nearby lakes - a unique water management system (UNESCO World Heritage) dating back to 16th century which organically blends into the landscape. [B,L,D]

Day 3: Transfer to the foothills of Low Tatras; full day trek along the mountain ridge; night in mountain hut just below Ďumbier - the summit of Low Tatra mountain range. [Day Pack]

Day 4: Descend Low Tatras; visit caves in Demänovská valley and a traditional village in the folk architecture reserve in Pribylina. [B,D]

Day 5: Light hike in Slovak Paradise to the Tomášovský viewpoint on a tall cliff and the river Hornád canyon; visit to the gothic town of Levoča and the monumental Spiš castle(UNESCO). [B,L,D]

Day 6: Ascend Rysy - rugged peak on Slovak/Polish border, one of the most popular hikes in High Tatras (full day hike). [B,P,D]

Day 7: Hiking the Suchá Belá in Slovak Paradise - a long ravine with seven waterfalls on partly submerging stream; farewell dinner; overnight sleeper train to Prague. [B,P,D]

Day 8: End in Prague; optional city tour. [P]

This tour includes:

Professional bilingual guide, support staff

Airport transfers, all local connecting transfers and luggage transportation

Accommodation in selected hotels with en suite facilities, one night mountain hut

Meals: 5 buffet breakfasts[B], 2 lunches[L], 6 dinners[D], 3 packed meals[P] and 1whole-day food pack

Entrance fees to castles, museums and other select attractions plus local payments in National Parks

Not included:

Round-trip airfare, travel insurance, visas, optional city tour in Prague, alcoholic beverages, optional gratuities to guides and staff

Group size:

4 - 12 people

Route rating:

Moderate Plus - a combination of moderate and more vigorous hikes covering 6-12 miles (10-20 km) a day with elevation gain up to 3500 feet (1100 m). Every mountain range has different character: Low Tatras - exposed grassy massifs; High Tatras - Alpine style jagged peaks with few sections only passable holding onto chains fixed to the rock; Slovak Paradise - hidden gorges secured with ladders. There is something interesting for every keen hiker who is reasonably fit.

Weather:

Slovakia has moderate continental climate. Prime visiting months are May through September with temperatures ranging from the upper 50s to the lower 80s (14 - 28°C). October is cooler, usually bringing first frosts in the mountain heights but also the most spectacular autumnal colours and often a beautiful Indian summer.