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Day 1
Adventure begins in Encamp, Andorra
Begin your adventure in the mountain town of Encamp, 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.
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Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Hike the magnificent Lagos de Tristaina circuit
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: Breakfast,Lunch
Day 3
Hike a Second World War trail in the Valle de Incles
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: Breakfast,Lunch
Day 4
Free day to relax or enjoy optional activities
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: Breakfast
Day 5
Summit Casamanya peak, the ‘Heart of Andorra’
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: Breakfast,Lunch
Day 6
Valley to valley hike, passing mountain lakes en route
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: Breakfast,Lunch
Day 7
Discover hidden mountain lakes in the Circ de Pessons amphitheatre
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: Breakfast,Lunch
Day 8
Adventure ends in Encamp, Andorra
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: Breakfast
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Caldea Thermal Baths, Escaldes-Engordany
Soak in thermal waters at Caldea, the spa complex crowned by a futuristic glass spire in Escaldes-Engordany. Drift between indoor pools and an outdoor lagoon where warm mineral-rich waters meet crisp mountain air.
Steam rooms, hydro-massage jets and quiet relaxation zones make this an ideal post-hike wind-down. Entry is at additional cost and bookable on tour; upgrade options may include adults-only areas and wellness treatments.
Ice Skating at Palau de Gel, Canillo
Lace up skates for a session at Palau de Gel in Canillo, a full-size rink perfect for easy laps or practicing turns in the cool mountain air. Rental equipment is available on site for a hassle-free glide.
Enjoy a light-hearted change of pace after days on the trail—ideal with friends or family. Sessions are at additional cost and bookable on tour, with timing subject to local schedules and events.
Valle de Incles WWII Trail & Estany de Siscaró Loop
Walk a pastoral Pyrenean valley threaded with history in the Valle de Incles. Trace a circular route past cascades, meadows and shepherd huts (bordes), looping around Estany de Siscaró, an alpine lake ringed by larch and granite spurs.
Along the way, your leader brings to life the clandestine crossings once made here by smugglers and Second World War refugees. Listen for marmot calls, scan for raptors riding thermals, and appreciate how traditional transhumance shaped this glacial landscape.
Casamanya Summit & Roc del Quer Viewpoint
Summit Casamanya, affectionately known as the Heart of Andorra for its central position and commanding perspectives. Tread steady switchbacks through high meadows and rocky steps to a panoramic crest with views rolling across most of the principality.
Complement the ascent with a stop at the Roc del Quer viewpoint, where a cantilevered platform hangs over the valley for remarkable photo opportunities. Your guide points out surrounding peaks and explains how Andorra’s topography shaped its isolated culture and resilient identity.
Ransol-to-Sorteny Traverse via Collada dels Meners
Traverse valley to valley on a rewarding cross-country hike from peaceful Ransol over the Collada dels Meners pass. Climb through a classic U-shaped glacial valley, skirting small alpine lakes and wind-sculpted ridges with wide-open Pyrenean vistas.
Descend into the Sorteny Valley Natural Park, a sanctuary for endemic plants and summer wildflowers within the Ordino UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Your leader spotlights signature species and explains how conservation and traditional grazing coexist in this protected landscape.
Circ de Pessons Alpine Lakes Loop from Grau Roig
Explore the Circ de Pessons, a grand glacial amphitheatre reached from Grau Roig. Follow a looping path that links a chain of hidden mountain lakes, each a polished mirror for jagged granite and summer clouds.
Hear how Ice Age forces carved the cirque and left a staircase of basins connected by rills and tarns. Granite boulders, cushion plants and whispering pines set the scene, while your guide suggests perfect pauses for photos and quiet reflection by the water.
Encamp Welcome Briefing & Andorran Group Dinner
Meet your group in the mountain town of Encamp and meet your Tour Leader for a concise welcome briefing covering trail etiquette, local conditions and safety on Andorran paths.
Afterwards, share a convivial Andorran dinner featuring hearty mountain flavours—think cured meats, local cheeses and rustic Catalan-inspired dishes—while trading first impressions of the Pyrenees. This relaxed evening sets a friendly tone and ensures everyone is ready for the adventures ahead.
Canillo Via Ferrata & Tibetan Bridge Experience
Tackle a protected climbing route as you tackle a via ferrata of steel rungs and cables above the Vall del Riu, then cross the dramatic Pont Tibetà de Canillo, a long suspension walkway soaring above a forested gorge with sweeping Pyrenean vistas.
Guides provide equipment and instruction; robust footwear and a head for heights are essential. This high-adrenaline combo is at additional cost and bookable on tour, subject to weather and operational conditions.
Tristaina Lakes Circuit at Ordino–Arcalís
Hike the classic Tristaina Lakes Circuit, linking a trio of blue-green bowls beneath high Pyrenean ridgelines near the Ordino–Arcalís resort. Follow gentle, well-marked paths to mirrored waters and pastureland where you may spot free-roaming Percheron horses grazing beside the shore.
Pause to admire Estany Primer before continuing to viewpoints over the upper basins. Your guide shares the area’s glacial story and ecology, highlighting alpine flora and the way snowmelt feeds these high tarns framed by rust-red granite and silver scree.
