Italy is known for its unparalleled mix of wonderful landscapes, rich cultural history, fabulous food and wine and of course for its friendly and outgoing people. Walkers and trekkers are spoilt for choice, with any number of beautiful regions to discover. As with any popular destination with a well-developed tourism infrastructure, the best way to get under the skin of the place is by exploring on foot. From the snow-capped peaks of the high Alps in the north to the lava strewn slopes of Mount Etna in the south and the rugged, beach-fringed island of Sardinia to the west, there are countless opportunities for walking and trekking holidays in Italy. There are numerous choices in the Italian Alps, including the spectacular, pale silver Dolomites in the north-east, which were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009. Famous for their near vertical cliffs and spires, which make them arguably the most spectacular string of mountain peaks in Europe, the Dolomites attract walkers, trekkers and climbers from all over the world.  

Comprising almost the entire southern half of South America, Argentina is the world's eighth largest country. The diversity ranges from wild, rugged and remote in southern Patagonia, to the bustling metropolis of Buenos Aires in the north. Trekking Argentina, you can find some of the world's tallest mountains and volcanoes, including Aconcagua, one of the seven highest mountains on the seven continents. There are expansive deserts, endless plains of the pampas, fast-flowing rivers and even the deep, blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean.