A guided trek on Mount Forever helps protect endangered tigers and reveals an exotic array of other, less elusive, wildlife
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Six of the best US national trails – chosen by experts
To mark the 50th anniversary of the US national trails system, six hikers and outdoor writers pick their favourite routes across the American wilderness
Highland way: a walk on Scotland’s Ardnish peninsula
This rugged, now uninhabited landscape of remote lochs and ancient woodland has an austere beauty and reminders of Bonnie Prince Charlie, crofters and Vikings
Five of the best UK walking festivals
Like to talk while you walk? Then get together with fellow hikers at one of these festivals across the country
Pilgrims’ progress: an ancient walking trail in Sweden
A medieval path offers huge forests and lakes, warm Swedish hospitality – and a salutary lesson in what comes before a fall
10 of the best wilderness holidays in Scotland
Scotland represents Britain at its most rugged. We pick 10 great ways to explore its islands, glens and lochs – from vintage campers to bikes, kayaks and barges
Swiss Alps: old huts to chic chalets
Surrounded by Alpine peaks and wild flowers, once abandoned farming huts have been converted into cool, ultramodern holiday cabins
Walking Spain’s most spectacular coastline
Galicia’s new Lighthouse Way connects fishermen’s ways and farm tracks – and is a more meditative walk than the busy Camino de Santiago
Hong Kong – city walking guide: Wan Chai district
Traditional buildings and bold skyscrapers, open-air markets and hip design stores all sit shoulder to shoulder in one of Hong Kong’s oldest districts
Hong Kong – city walking guide: Victoria Peak to Admiralty
Descend from Hong Kong’s highest point into lush greenery, before exploring grand buildings, urban parks … and perhaps even a swish hotel or two
