The 13 Best Food Hikes

1.From Helsinki: Nuuksio National Park Hiking Tour with Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 379 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $110Our pick

Join David of Backpacker Helsinki Tour for a four-and-a-half-hour small-group outing from central Helsinki to Nuuksio National Park. Walk forest trails, learn about local plants and animals, enjoy seasonal drinks and biscuits, and finish with homemade mushroom soup at a Finnish fire camp.

“This an absolute must do! David was a brilliant guide - super informative, punctual and the included food / drink were homemade and delicious! Thank You David”

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2.Cruz del Carmen: Hiking in Anaga with Local Food Products

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 198 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $65

Meet at Cruz del Carmen for a 3.5-hour guided hike through Anaga’s laurel forest and toward Taborno’s volcanic dome. Guides such as Cao and Aaron explain local plants, island history, and traditional uses before a tasting of Canarian food. Expect steep sections, mountain views, and possible drizzle.

“Aaron was our guide and he was terrific. He has great knowledge of the area and showed us things we wouldn’t have known about. He quickly changed between Spanish and English since we had a mixed group. He also pointed out lots of plants in the wild that are daily used in cooking. We had a great tasting over lunch in a local restaurant as well. We would recommend Aaron and the Anaga hike! The return is uphill but Aaron set a relaxed pace that allowed our group to complete the hike with ease.”

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3.From Syracuse: Mount Etna Guided Morning Hike & Food Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 173 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $105

Travel from Syracuse to Mount Etna in a small group of up to eight. Hike around the Silvestri Craters at 2,000 meters, enter a lava cave with helmets and lights, then taste Sicilian food, wine, oils, cheeses, and liqueurs at a traditional farm. Guides such as Federico, Lorenzo, and Simone bring Etna to life.

“Federico was an excellent guide, his driving has to be complemented on as, despite the appalling condition of some of the roads, the journey felt safe and secure. On Etna he was able to explain and describe the formation and changes over time. We were never rushed and always felt that we were in safe hands. Returning to Siracusa via a stop to sample local produce meant that we got back to our pickup point relaxed. Highly recommended.”

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4.Chicago-Style Holiday Hike: Festive Food and Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $84Top rated

Start near Michigan Avenue at 11:30 a.m. with a guide such as Mickey, Brooke, or Julia, then walk through Millennium Park, State Street, the Palmer House, and Christkindlmarket. Expect substantial Chicago food samples, holiday sights, hot cider, and an optional three-sample craft beer upgrade for guests age 21 and older.

“This was mine and my husband's first time visiting Chicago together. I came to visit the Christkindlmarket, and I chose the Holiday Hike tour for its combination of food tastings and tour of the city. The food was full servings so quite filling after viRead more”

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5.Bamberg Countryside Breweries Beer Hike Food Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 5 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $361

Join Rich for a private beer hike from Bamberg into Franconian Tuscany. Ride local buses and trains, walk about five miles, and stop at small village breweries in Memmelsdorf and Merkendorf. Beer, lunch, and other drinks cost extra, and a longer hike can be arranged.

“My son and I spent a day with Rich in the Bamberg countryside and it was more fun than we imagined. We were supposed to go to 5 breweries, but ended up going to ten! Three meals 17 kilometers, and 14 hours later we arrived at our hotel. We drank 15 beers and I was sober, which was shocking. We laughed the entire time and were amazed at the quality and taste of the beer. Now I know why Germans like to hike! If you want to have a once in a lifetime experience, with someone who loves what they do, then hire this wonderful man, who will throw back…”

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6.Hike to Monkey Mountain (Transport + Fresh coconut + Food)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $101

Join Jair for a moderate 8-kilometer hike from Higuera Blanca to Monkey Mountain. Learn about local plants, wildlife, culture, and geography, then enjoy a fresh coconut and Mexican food before private transport returns you to Sayulita.

“Hard climb due to the humidity. The guide had a lot of interesting information about the area. Great guy”

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7.Hike Lake Castle and Good Food!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $130

Spend about seven hours with Paolo exploring Monte Antuni, Castel di Tora, and Lake Turano. Expect easy to moderate walking, mountain views, a possible waterfall stop, and a generous Italian lunch with handmade pasta, local cheese, salami, bruschetta, wine, dessert, and coffee.

“Our guide was full of knowledge, and sooo welcoming. He went ABOVE and BEYOND from our first contact until we left at the end of the day. It was the best tour of our trip. We left feeling like part of the family. I am a travel agent and will be sending all my clients his way. We were blessed to have met him and had the perfect day.”

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8.Šmarna Gora: Hiking and Food Tour from Ljubljana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $136

Join local guide Alenka for a five-hour hike from central Ljubljana to Šmarna Gora. Walk through countryside, hear tales of Turkish invasions and the church bell, then enjoy Slovenian food, drinks, and views over much of the country.

“Excellent half-day hike from Ljubljana to a popular hill close to the city. Very nice views, nature and also delicious local food at a restaurant at the top. In addition to being good way to do excercise, I also got to learn many things about local history, cuisine and culture from the guide. Very positive experience overall and I was left with a feeling that I would like to come back and do some more hiking in Slovenia.”

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9.Seoul Sunrise & Sunset Hike + Temple & K-Food Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6 reviews · 3 hours · from $82

Join David or Sanghoon for a three-hour Achasan hike near Gwangnaru, with Seoul and Han River views, a Buddhist temple stop, and Korean street food, jeon, and makgeolli. The trail is manageable but stair sections can feel strenuous in summer.

“The hike was more intense than expected (not for beginners but not too difficult) especially with the intense summer heat, but the view was well worth it. Yeonghwasa Temple was a beautiful short stop at the end of the hike. Our guide, David, was so patient with my group, very friendly and gave a nice history of Seoul during the hike. The restaurant he took us too was authentic and delicious (cold noodles on a summer night was perfect). If you want a relatively simple, quick taste of hiking in Seoul this is it!”

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10.Panoramic Laurel Forest Guided Hike and local food

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6 reviews · 4 hours · from $58Best value

Join Philip or Ambra for a four-hour, easy-to-medium hike from Chamorga through Anaga’s laurel forest and Canary Island bellflowers. Expect 350 meters of ascent and descent, cliff views toward the Roques de Anaga, and an optional stop at Juana’s place for traditional food and local wine.

“A heartfelt thank you to our amazing hiking guide Philip! You led us through a truly magnificent route with care, knowledge, and enthusiasm. Your guidance made the journey not only safe and smooth but also deeply enriching. It was a memorable experience, and we’re grateful for every step we took with you leading the way.”

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11.Dublin: Irish Food Trail Walking Tour with 3 Courses

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews · from $101

Meet your English-speaking guide at Powerscourt Townhouse Centre for a three-hour walk through Dublin’s food and pub culture. You’ll eat three courses at three venues, taste Irish dishes, local beer, cider, whiskey, and Irish coffee, then finish where you began.

“The different lokations & Food!! We really recommend this Tour!!”

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12.Private – Gastro Hike with Levada Walk and Local Food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $111

Spend 5.5 hours with a local guide such as Claudio, walking a quiet Madeira levada, learning about island plants and history, then tasting Poncha and espetada in places used by locals. Choose a 3.5 or 5.5 km walk. Pickup comes in a white Kia Stonic.

“the guide was excellent, he has a lot of knowledge in local flora, fauna, history etc.”

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13.Half-Day Waterfall Tour – Hike, Scenic, Food and Photo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $115

Join guide Erik of Hawaii Mini Tours for a four-and-a-half-hour outing from Waikiki. Hike a rainforest trail, leave the marked path for two unnamed waterfalls, stop at Tantalus Lookout, and finish with snacks, water, and a possible poke stop. Expect mud, moderate exertion, and a maximum group of seven.

“Eric provides an amazing and truly unique experience. The hike is moderately challenging and becomes slightly more complicated when raining. The Waterfall is off the main trail and is beautifully scenic for amazing pictures. The Tour ended with the most delicious Poke lunch. Definitely recommended this trip!”

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