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http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/activ ... treks.htmlGR20, CorsicaOne of the most scenic and challenging treks in Europe. The trail traverses the high mountains of the island's interior, crossing mountain ridges, chasms and granite slopes, and is home to shepherds who still follow a centuries-old lifestyle. A 15-day guided trek.
Departures: June to September.
Overland track, TasmaniaThis track is consdered one of the finest bushwalks in Australia. The 40-mile route across a World Heritage area follows well-graded paths through a sub-alpine wilderness of peaks, forests, alpine heathland, glacial lakes and waterfalls. An eight-day trek. Optional side trips include the summits of Cradle Mountain and Mt Ossa, Tasmania's highest peak.
Departures: October to May.
Paine Circuit, ChileOne of the world's great trekking challenges, this 60-mile circuit of the Paine Massif in Torres Del Paine National Park passes through one of the world's most dramatic mountain regions, famous for its pink granite towers, iridescent blue lakes and surreally sculpted glaciers. An eight-day trek.
Departures: November.
High Atlas Mountains, MoroccoCentred on Jebel Toubkal (13,665ft/ 4,165m), North Africa's highest mountain, the rugged wilderness of the High Atlas are also home to the colourful and hospitable Berber people. A 15-day trek. Accommodation on trek is in a mix of Berber village houses, gîtes, mountain huts and fixed camps.
Departures: May to October.
Tour du Mont Blanc, AlpsThis 100-mile/161km epic circumnavigates Mont Blanc, crossing between France, Switzerland and Italy and takes in 12 cols, including the Fenêtre d'Arpette (8,743ft/ 2,665m). A 13-day trek starts at Chamonix and climaxes with views of the north face of the Grandes Jorasses.
Departures: June/July.
Cordillera Huayhuash, PeruThis sparsely populated region of the Andes, amid ice-clad summits that rise above glaciers, rolling grassland, lakes and valleys, is the location of Joe Simpson's epic true-life tale of survival, Touching the Void. The massif forms a constant back-drop to a 20-day trip to the region.
Departures: May to September.
Julian Alps, SloveniaTriglav National Park, with its glacial lakes and rivers, hidden gorges, snow-capped mountains, alpine plateaux and lush valleys, is centred around Slovenia's highest peak, Mt Triglav (9,395ft/ 2,864m). It also includes Mount Krn, the scene of fierce fighting during the First World War, described by Ernest Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms. A nine-day trek from a base on the shores of Lake Bled. Accommodation in mountain huts and most meals.
Departures: June/July.
Southern Tuscan Trail, ItalyA walk through one of Europe's best preserved Renaissance landscapes, taking in world-renowned vineyards, medieval hill towns and the magnificent abbeys of Sant'Antimo and Monte Oliveto Maggiore, finishes at Sienna, Europe's best-preserved medieval city. The 10-day trip.
Departures: May to September.
Simien Mountains, EthiopiaOne of the major highland regions in Africa and one of its most beautiful. It includes Ethiopia's highest point, Ras Dejen (15,160ft/4,620m), the fourth highest peak on the continent. It is also home to the friendly and tough Amhar people. The 15-day trek.
Departure: November 12.
Snowman Trek, BhutanThis trek, through the remote region of Lunana in Bhutan, crosses high Himalayan passes with mountain landscapes that include Gangkhar Puensum, the highest unclimbed peak in the world.
Departure: September.
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http://www.exodus.co.uk/feature/top-ten-ultimate-treks1. Mont Blanc CircuitThe Mont Blanc Circuit is deservedly one of Europe's classic walks and one of the finest high level routes, not only in the Alps, but in the world. Popular with alpine enthusiasts since the late 18th century, this trek traverses several deep glacial valleys, as it winds its way through France, Switzerland and Italy, giving outstanding views of Mont Blanc en-route (Trip code: TWB).
Difficulty Rating: Moderate/Strenuous
2. Lycian WayLycian WayThe Lycian Way is Turkey's first designated long distance footpath and while not the most famous of treks, it is a truly remarkable and under-appreciated treat. This trip snakes its way along the Mediterranean's most dramatic coastline to the limestone peaks of Mount Olympus, which soar high above the glittering turquoise sea. Passing ancient ruins and sunken cities, through cool, wooded valleys and along spectacular cliff tops over looking deserted beaches, the trail has it all (Trip code: TTL).
Difficulty Rating: Moderate/Strenuous
3. Pyrenees: The GR10 routeThe Grand Randonee (GR) 10 is a Trans Pyrenean long distance path that runs from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. The central 200km section, from Gourette in the west to Bagneres de Luchon in the east, is arguably the most attractive part of the route. Easily achievable over a fortnight, the route takes in the awesome Cirque de Gavanerie as well as the crystal lakes of the Neouville National Park (Trip code: TWR).
Difficulty Rating: Strenuous
4. Mt Toubkal Climb, MoroccoMt Toubkal, at 4167m above sea level, is North Africa's highest peak and like some of our other choices is perhaps a less obvious selection. However from the summit the plains of Marrakech roll away to the north, the Anti Atlas mountains to the south, whilst to the east and west the jagged tooth-like peaks of the High Atlas complete the panoramic views. En route to the summit, the trail passes through remote Berber villages, unchanged in centuries, giving a fascinating insight into a bygone way of life. This trek dservedly makes it to number four (Trip code: TMM).
Difficulty Rating: Strenuous
5. Kilimanjaro ClimbMore famous perhaps than its Moroccan cousin, no list of ultimate treks would be complete without mentioning Kili. From the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro it is possible to see the curvature of the planet with the naked eye. Rising from the lush forests of the surrounding plains, this glacier capped volcano reaches up three miles (or 5895m) into the earth's stratosphere, creating the highest point on the African continent. For an off-the-beaten track climb choose the Rongai or Shira routes to avoid the crowds (Trip code: TYW).
Difficulty Rating: Strenuous/Tough
6. Everest Base Camp, Himalaya, NepalThe Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful countries in the world. At its heart lies the mighty Mount Everest, the highest point on the Earth's surface. Whilst the summit maybe the preserve of the mountaineer, the route to Base Camp is within reach of the experienced trekker. Following the classic route through the Sherpa heartland, and following in the footsteps of the great climbing parties, this is perhaps the greatest trek of them all (Trip code: TNT).
Difficulty Rating: Strenuous
7. Concordia & K2To the mountain connoisseur, Concordia offers the most spectacular high mountain scenery imaginable. Nestling between the Baltoro and Godwin Austen glaciers, and encircled by an astounding number of peaks including K2, the world's second highest peak, it is easy to see why this is called 'the throne room of the Gods'. This classic among trekking routes is exceptionally wild and remote, however the rewards to those who take on the challenge are immeasurable (Trip code: THC).
Difficulty Rating: Tough
8. The Inca Trail, Machu Picchu and Lamas, PeruThe Inca Trail is easily the most famous trek in South America and a 'must' for any walker. Constructed as an ancient highway linking the Inca capital of Cuzco with the lost city of Machu Picchu, it has been restored to its original glory. Although Machu Picchu is the ultimate goal, the trail passes through a wonderful mountain landscape of cloud forest and snow-capped Andean peaks (Trip code: TPT).
Difficulty Rating: Moderate
9. Huayhuash Circuit, PeruThis is a trek for a true walking enthusiast, prepared to undertake a physical challenge. Following a dramatic high altitude circuit through the Andes, the trek visits the valley made famous by Joe Simpson in his epic story, 'Touching the Void'. With its steep and richly glaciated peaks, including Peru's second highest Yerupaja, at 6634m, the Huayhuash is perhaps the most magnificent range in all the Peruvian Andes (Trip code: TPH).
Difficulty Rating: Strenuous
10. Fitzroy & Paine, Patagonia, ArgentinaThis is an adventurous trek among the breathtaking peaks on the Continental Ice-cap at the 'Uttermost Part of the Earth'. Lying just east of the third largest ice mass in the world, this powerful sculpting force, in collusion with the violent action of plate tectonics, has created a landscape of jagged mountains, spectacular glaciers and glittering lakes. A truly stunning trek through the wilds of Patagonia (Trip code: TAF).
Difficulty Rating: Strenuous
