MT Sobek has been leading Alps adventures for over 50 years and the Alpe Adria is one of our most popular long-distance trails.

As befits a "World's Best Hike" we've perfected an 10-day route from Salzburg to Trieste that combines well-paced days with carefully chosen, comfortable lodgings and plenty of chances to unwind.

We work with professional local guides, who are truly the best in the Alps. Many of our Alps-loving guests return to hike with them year after year!

Hiking 4 to 8 hours daily through spellbinding landscapes, en route visiting scenic villages and towns, and sampling local specialties.

Upscale city hotels, family-run inns, and alpine estates, all renowned for superb hospitality, full amenities, and top service.

The weather in the Alps is always unpredictable. You could encounter snow in the morning and sun in the afternoon. Bring layers and warm clothes.

You will be met at the airport by an MTS representative and transferred to our hotel in the center of Salzburg.

Please contact your guides at the phone number listed on the trip's Final Bulletin, sent to you 30 days prior to the trip's start date. Our guides will help you to join the group and arrange transfers if necessary.

Our Alpe Adria hike is much easier than our Tour du Mont Blanc trip. There is much less elevation gain and loss, and the days are shorter.

No, we highly recommend hiking boots with ankle support for this trip.

The food is healthy, delicious and diverse. Plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, and choices of meat, and poultry.

You are welcome to skip a day of hiking, but you must be willing to travel in our van along with the guide(s) as they support the group and transfer luggage to the next night's hotel.

Salzburg's Sheraton Grand has a stellar location for walking to the Old Town, Mozarts Geburtshaus (Mozart's birthplace), and other must-see sights. Immediately adjacent to Mirabell Park — the dining room and many guest rooms gaze right into its lush gardens — this internationally renowned hotel has excellent service, great international and local cuisine, and well-appointed rooms.

At the foot of Grossglockner, Austria's highest mountain, this family-run hotel has been wowing guests for decades. Every corner of the expansive building offers panoramic valley and high-alpine views. Modern rooms are light, airy, and outfitted with local-timber and natural-material furnishings. The dining room often hosts local musicians, and the spa is a soothing retreat.

A family-owned boutique hotel nestled in the mountain village, Sagritz, the Sagritzerwirt is a quiet getaway with a perfect blend of modern amenities and rural charm. Admire beautiful views of the alpine village from your private balcony and enjoy cable TV, a desk, radio, and free Wi-Fi in your cozy room. Savor breakfast in the on-site dining hall, sip drinks at the lounge, or pamper yourself with a wellness treatment at the sauna. Experience the tranquil countryside during your stay here!

When you enter the Naturhotel Alpenrose, you will feel it: Here you can leave everyday life behind and completely relax. Even before its construction, attention was paid to natural materials, which provide a very special atmosphere, for warmth and comfort. The processed wood comes for the most part from local forests. Hand-chopped larch shingles, which were prepared by a Lungau farmer, adorn the facade.

Welcome to the friendly, comfortable Hotel Spik Alpine Resort, located in the picturesque town of Gozd Martuljek! The hotel's 56 rooms exude an idyllic Alpine atmosphere and come equipped with modern amenities such as a satellite TV, a mini bar, a balcony, and free Wi-Fi. Recharge your batteries in their relaxation pools and saunas, or take a dip in their ice pit, and treat your taste buds to delicious Slovenian cuisine at their on-site restaurant.

At this modern guesthouse, accommodation is basic and clean in small, private guest rooms with en suite bathrooms. There is also free Wi-Fi, TV, and air conditioning.

Set in a 16th-century castle, the luxury Hotel Gredic sits in the heart of Slovenia's Brda wine country. The individually decorated guest rooms feature a range of amenities like Wi-Fi, A/C, and private bathrooms with heated floors. The on-site restaurant serves local specialties, the bar offers drinks and snacks, and there's a terrace with views of the surrounding vineyards.

At this stunning property right in the center of town, classical elegance melds effortlessly with a contemporary edge and Italian flair. Most of the elegant rooms — all with marble bathrooms — offer sweeping views over the Gulf of Trieste; some have private balconies. Most of Trieste's attractions are just a walk away.

At MT Sobek, sustainability isn’t just a principle; it’s woven into the very fabric of how we operate. We don’t simply observe the world’s unique cultures and fragile ecosystems—we take an active role in their preservation. Supporting organizations dedicated to environmental conservation and community well-being is part of our DNA. Over the years, we have contributed over half a million dollars to conservation efforts and volunteered hundreds of hours to initiatives like Yosemite Facelift. Our programs work to ensure that the wild and beautiful places we visit will continue to thrive, with a special emphasis on sustainable practices and positive social impact. From funding reforestation projects to supporting local artisans, our commitment to sustainability goes hand-in-hand with unforgettable adventure.