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15 Three-Day Treks to Build a Trip Around

38 treks  ·  from $98 a head

The 15 best three-day treks you can book today, with what each costs, how many days it takes and how hard the walking gets. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour (1 Night In Ta Van Village, 1 Night In Hotel) - Leaving Hanoi at 6 in the morning
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Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour (1 Night In Ta Van Village, 1 Night In Hotel)

1.Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour (1 Night In Ta Van Village, 1 Night In Hotel)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 699 reviews · from $139Our pick

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by air-conditioned bus, then hike through Cat Cat, Y Linh Ho, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai. You’ll sleep one night at a Sapa hotel and one night in a Ta Van bungalow, guided by local English-speaking hosts such as Su, Cat, Dao, May, or Khu.

“pick-up location was la mensa. awesome transfer bus with beds and wifi. great tour guide called vue. hotel (the view hotel) is royal - very great food and helpful and friendly staff. bring gumboots for walk or purchase them for 30K Dong at homestay (tracks are very slippery and muddy with sneakers). homestay also awesome (food, people, bungalow). NEGATIVE: on the way back to sapa to catch the transfer bus, we drove in a taxi. the taxi driver asked for money even though it said all transfers were included.”

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3-Day Trekking Adventure of Sapa from Hanoi - Stay Ta Van Village - Day two: Bamboo forest and Giang Ta Chai
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3-Day Trekking Adventure of Sapa from Hanoi – Stay Ta Van Village

2.3-Day Trekking Adventure of Sapa from Hanoi – Stay Ta Van Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 611 reviews · from $109

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by comfortable bus, then hike through Muong Hoa Valley, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai. You sleep two nights in a Ta Van bungalow or stilt house, eat seven included meals, and walk with a local guide such as Chang, Khu, Cat, Mu, or Su.

“Our guide Chang was amazing, friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating and funny! We learned a lot about the local culture and people! We truly enjoyed this tour!”

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From Marrakech: 3-Day Mount Toubkal Climbing Trek - From Marrakech to Imlil by way of the High Atlas
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From Marrakech: 3-Day Mount Toubkal Climbing Trek

3.3-Day Mount Toubkal Climbing Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 597 reviews · 3 days · from $226

You’ll leave Marrakech for a three-day, non-technical climb of Mount Toubkal with a small group of up to 14. Local guides such as Hassan, Kamal, Mustafa, and Youssef pace the walk, while muleteers carry luggage. Expect long days, basic refuges, excellent mountain views, and a demanding summit morning.

“The trek was wonderful, a bit on the difficult side if someone is not experienced, but great overall. Would have liked if the guide told more stuff about the area, the culture, the terrain, rocks, flora and fauna. Still, did a great job on getting everybody safely to the summit and back, and that is the most important part.”

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3-Day Ethical Orangutan Jungle Trek | Bukit Lawang, Sumatra - Searching the trees for orangutans
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3-Day Ethical Orangutan Jungle Trek | Bukit Lawang, Sumatra

4.3-Day Ethical Orangutan Jungle Trek | Bukit Lawang, Sumatra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · from $205

Spend three days trekking through Gunung Leuser National Park from Bukit Lawang, with two basic jungle camps, meals, orangutan spotting, and a river-tubing ride back. Groups are capped at eight, guides speak English, and 10% of proceeds support local children and single mothers.

“Our small group had a wonderful experience in the jungle. Kiran our guide was great in spotting the Oran Utans and other Monkeys even when day were hiding due to the rain.”

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Hanoi - Sapa 3 Day 2 Night Trekking With Hotel & Homestay - The early bus from Hanoi to Sapa
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Hanoi – Sapa 3 Day 2 Night Trekking With Hotel & Homestay

5.Sapa 3 Day 2 Night Trekking With Hotel & Homestay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 389 reviews · from $125

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by VIP cabin bus, then trek through Cat Cat, Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Giang Ta Chai, and Su Pan. You get one hotel night, one private homestay room, seven meals, an English-speaking local guide, and a group capped at 15 people.

“Both guides we had were fantastic. Wonderful, kind women who I really appreciated. But as for the organized tour itself - you are paying a lot more than you would on the local market for an average to cheap experience. The toilet and refrigerRead more”

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Monkey Business 3 days - 2 nights Jungle trekking (including rafting) - Day two begins with monkeys, birds, and coffee
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Monkey Business 3 days – 2 nights Jungle trekking (including rafting)

6.Monkey Business 3 days – 2 nights Jungle trekking (including rafting)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 294 reviews · from $205

Join Monkey Business Tours for a private three-day jungle trek in Gunung Leuser National Park. Guides such as Nang Nang, Kian, Dedi, and Bimbo lead you through rainforest trails to orangutans and monkeys, with jungle camping, cooked meals, river swimming, and rafting included.

“They are really nice. Thanks for caring a lot. I enjoyed it. I recommend to go there with your friends who like hiking or tracking. Actually I was really tired of walking so you need to prepare for your energy and items.”

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3 Days Small Group Trekking And Motorbike Combine + Private room - Day one: Heaven Gate, Quan Ba, and Lung Tam on foot
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3 Days Small Group Trekking And Motorbike Combine + Private room

7.3 Days Small Group Trekking And Motorbike Combine + Private room

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 218 reviews · from $395

Ride as a passenger with a licensed easy rider and trek through Nam Dam, Lung Tam, Thien Huong, and remote mountain villages. This three-day, eight-person trip includes English-speaking guides, meals, water, entrance fees, and a stated private-room option.

“Great trip! Excellent views, incredible hospitality from locals and home stays, amazing food and great company. Our guide Chucky took us to local artisan shops, stayed with local families and stopped at great viewpoints. I really felt we had an authentic experience of the area. Highly recommend!”

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Poon hill Trek 3 days - Day one: transport, Ulleri, and the long stone staircase
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Poon hill Trek 3 days

8.Poon hill Trek 3 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · from $230

Trek from Pokhara to Poon Hill in a small group of up to 12, with a local guide, porter support, meals, permits, and transport. Expect steep steps to Ulleri, a sunrise start at Poon Hill, and views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Mardi Himal, and Manaslu.

“I had a wonderful time doing the 3 day trek to Poon Hill. First day is a good challenge with the 3000+ steps leading to Ulleri. The views were just beautiful. I had a wonderful guide, Sabin, I would recommend 100%. He’s very attentive, knowlageable, and goes at your own pace.”

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From Hanoi: Trek and Stay: 3-Day Sapa Highlands Adventure - The early bus from Hanoi to Sapa
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From Hanoi: Trek and Stay: 3-Day Sapa Highlands Adventure

9.Trek and Stay: 3-Day Sapa Highlands Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 152 reviews · from $98Best value

Trek Sapa’s hill villages with local English-speaking guides such as Khu, Phin, Sao, and Phinh. You’ll visit Cat Cat, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Giang Ta Chai, and Supan, sleep one night in Sapa and one in a Ta Van homestay, and return to Hanoi by sleeper bus.

“I am so glad I booked this tour. As a solo traveller it was a brilliant way to meet new people and learn about the country. Everything was perfectly organised, with guides, drivers and hotel receptionists texting me on WhatsApp in advance to confirm. I spent one night in Sapa and did a treck to the village with an amazing guide, Phin. Phin was fantastic answering all of our questions, and guiding us through the bamboo forest. Even though the weather was cold and misty I had a great time and would recommend it to my friends. If you are going in December either bring some warm clothes and a…”

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3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda - Day 1: Entebbe to Bwindi through changing country
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3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

10.3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · from $2,600

Travel by private 4x4 from Entebbe to Bwindi, meet local trackers, spend up to six hours seeking mountain gorillas, and visit the Batwa community and Lake Bunyonyi. Your English-speaking guide handles permits, meals, lodging, and long road transfers.

“Joyous was a Great Guide and we were so happy that we had him with us ! We got so much information about the country, culture and everything. His driving skills are amazing and we always felt safe. We can recommend DAV and especially Joyous. Thanks again for making our first time in Uganda unforgettable.”

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Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour From Hanoi (2 Nights in Hotel) - The long ride from Hanoi to Sapa
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Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour From Hanoi (2 Nights in Hotel)

11.Sapa 3 Days 2 Nights Trekking Tour From Hanoi (2 Nights in Hotel)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · from $149

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by comfortable bus, visit Black Hmong Cat Cat Village, and trek through Lao Chai and Ta Van beside the Muong Hoa Stream. An English-speaking local guide leads the walks, with guides such as Cat, Chang, Xi, and Khu assigned on different departures.

“Highly unorganized, lack efficiency and consistent miscommunications Day 1 Pickup was confusing as the driver and bus were not part of the tour agency and were not aware of our itinerary. After they dropped us off in sapa, we were lost for Read more”

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Sapa Valley Trek and Homestay - 3D2N - Day 2: Waterfalls, Su Pan, and Ban Ho
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Sapa Valley Trek and Homestay – 3D2N

12.Sapa Valley Trek and Homestay – 3D2N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · from $170

Spend three days walking from Sapa through Hmong, Giay, Red Dao, Tay, and Black Hmong villages. Local guides such as Soso, Ly, May, Dom, and Sush lead you past rice terraces, waterfalls, rivers, and bamboo forest, with village meals and a homestay included.

“Just back from an amazing 3 day hike from Sa Pa with Trekking Tour Sapa. We’re a family of five (kids aged 12-16) and opted for the longer distances as we have quite a bit of trekking experience. Our guide, Soso, was so fantastic! She was Read more”

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Salkantay Trek Challenge – 3 Days / 2 Nights - Mountain Sky View: a useful first-night rest
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Salkantay Trek Challenge – 3 Days / 2 Nights

13.Salkantay Trek Challenge – 3 Days / 2 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $680

Take the demanding three-day Salkantay route from Cusco to Machu Picchu with guides such as Marco, Guido, or Cesar Quispe. You will cross the 4,630-meter pass, sleep in an Andean hut, visit a coffee farm, and finish with a guided tour of the Inca citadel.

“I just completed the Salkantay 3 day Challenge with Salkantay Trekking and had an AMAZING time! My guide, Marco, was incredibly helpful and organized and made sure we all had an amazing time.”

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Rinjani Trekking 3D2N Summit - Day 2: Sembalun and the first crater rim
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Rinjani Trekking 3D2N Summit

14.Rinjani Trekking 3D2N Summit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 85 reviews · from $243

Take a supported four-day trek across Mount Rinjani with a local guide, porters, camping gear, meals, and transfers. You’ll reach the summit, Sembalun and Senaru crater rims, Segara Anak Lake, and Sindang Gila and Tiu Kelep waterfalls. Guide Radu has earned special praise for his care.

“Great experience and a reasonably priced trek. Enough food, simple but tasty, definitely bring snacks. It was all good, you get what you pay for. If you want a bit more comfort (eg pillow, chair) go for a more expensive company, otherwise tRead more”

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3 Day Trek in the Atlas Mountains and Berber Villages from Marrakech - Day two: village paths from Tachdirt to Ait Aissa
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3 Day Trek in the Atlas Mountains and Berber Villages from Marrakech

15.3 Day Trek in the Atlas Mountains and Berber Villages from Marrakech

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 85 reviews · from $145

Leave Marrakech at 9 a.m. for a private, three-day trek through Imlil, Tachdirt, Ait Aissa, and Tizi Oussem. Walk with a local guide such as Omar, Abdul, Mohamed, or Driss, stay in simple mountain guesthouses, eat Moroccan meals, and use a mule for baggage when provided.

“Great experience. We started the trip with a group of people who booked a day tour around touristic attractions. I'm not sure if there was a mistake but we might have gotten in the wrong car by accident. Our tour operator Redouane (Red OunRead more”

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