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 Dta Dbn 
 
 
 
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Just finished Piedmont…fabulous! Everything exceeded my expectations. When the owners read and answer every email. When the food, wines and restaurants are selected by owners who are so knowledgeable in every facet…and there is no scrimping whatsoever in quality and quantity.
When they care so much more than any other group event I have ever encountered.
Then you know why they deserve the reviews they receive.
Please do yourself a favour and experience a tour!
You will love and live it. Thanks Jackie and thanks Cinzia. We will be back …❤️👍
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Scott Higgins 
 
 
 
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This trip (Northern Tuscany and Revenna) far exceeded our expectations. Mick and Anthony took great care of the entire group from ensuring dietary needs were met as well as our hiking comfort. The food and wine were always exceptional. Mick and Anthony’s knowledge of culture and historical elements of our hiking locations was very interesting and informative.
Thanks for everything!
Scott and Lois
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Sandra Storey-Wilson 
 
 
 
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I just completed the wonderful Hedonistic Hiking walk in the beautiful Northern Lombardy region with the best guides you could hope for … Jackie Parsons and her tour manager Anthony .
What a fabulous experience it has been . Great walks, delicious food and wine and such delightful company with a group that came from many countries in the world to enjoy Italy
Thank you ☺️
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Sue Bremner 
 
 
 
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I have been on a number of Hedonistic Hiking trips and recommended them highly.
Jackie and Mick, who are the owners as well as the guides, have bulit a great business over the last 20 years.   It doesn't matter which of the trips you choose, one of them will be part of it. It not only adds that personal touch, but also ensures quality control.
There are many great aspects to the tours, but I really like is the sense of community and fun that is built very quickly through welcome drinks, fabulous meals and walking in the Italuan countryside.
Which brings me to another 'point of difference' these tours have: they are genuinely all inclusive. You don't need to put your hand in your pocket unless you pop out for an extra drink or cuppa. I've never experienced this on organised tours before and is really adds to the relaxation factor - no extra planning needed.
The food and wine are plentiful  and the restaurants range from family run places to high end Michelin level restaurants.  On all the hikes, there is a picnic in a clearing or outside a church or monument along the way. These are lovingly prepared by Jackie and Mick's offsider on the tour - fresh ingredients sourced from the markets that day. These are truly a stand-out part of each trip I have been on.
So that covers the 'hedonistic ' part of the trips,  but what about the hikes?  These are all carefully researched and the levels (1-5) are published on the website,  again not always the case with other groups.
I wouldn't class myself as a great hiker - I'm 76 this year and slowing down a bit, of course. I have done Levels 1 to 3 but I reckon that Levels 4 and 5 are probably not for me. However, I like that there are still a range for me to choose from. If it is a big day or I'm feeling a bit slow, there are options for doing part of the walk or in some cases, staying in the base hotel that day.
Oh yes, let's talk about the accommodation! Often, these are family run hotels or agriturismos where Jackie and Mick have been taking tours for 20 years. You can see those strong relationships in the hugs from the proprietors when we arrive. That warmth extends to us as we settle in.
A truly fabulous experience, I'm booked into 2 for next year!
https://www.hedonistichiking.com/
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Samia Omar 
 
 
 
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This was our fifth Hedonistic Hike since 2015. Parma/Liguria. It was as warm, friendly, challenging, exciting and yummy as the past four. Jackie is simply wonderful at herding the group- despite differing levels of uphill speeds!- the midday picnics in chestnut forests, castle forecourts and other beauty spots are always delicious- using the freshest local ingredients. The museum and castle tours embedded in the walks add a cultural appreciation of parts of Italy we never knew about. Thank you Taylor for those amazing and creative  salads and thank you Jackie just for being you and for welcoming us back so warmly each time. We loved meeting the whole group, some for the second time- and look forward to our next Hedonistic hike!
Samia and Reem Xxx
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Bill Pike 
 
 
 
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We had an amazing holiday with a great group of like minded people.  Hedonistic Hiking delivered on all of their promises in the holiday description and the walking, food and wine were fantastic.  Both guides were really supportive and helped make the holiday a hit.  Will definitely go again...
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Niels Gebauer 
 
 
 
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We joined Jackie and Cinzia in May 2026 for our first Hedonistic Hiking tour – The Heart of Sardinia. We hoped their web site delivered as good as promised as we had also booked The Island of Corsica, back-to-back. We were not disappointed. With perfect weather in the mid 20’s. we explored Sardinia in a group of 16, plus the two guides. Jackie’s enthusiasm, knowledge and care for her group brought Sardinia to life for us and provided so much more than the self-guided walks we had usually chosen.  Cinzia was amazing, with a vast knowledge of the local foods and wines that she sourced for exceptional picnic lunches, and excellent restaurant dinners. For all the details of each day, refer to their informative website which shows the variety of activities included in addition to the very manageable walks. This tour provided a truly interesting and enjoyable five-star week in Sardinia.

Then we joined Jackie and Tansy for our second tour – The Island of Corsica. The combination of walks worked for us, as the connection is almost seamless, and the walks highlight some of the differences between the two islands.

With perfect weather, mostly in the mid to high 20’s, we walked Corsica in a group of 11, plus our two guides. This tour had more walking and fewer activities than Sardinia and provided some more challenging walking as a Grade 4 walk. The scenery was wonderful and Jackie’s endless enthusiasm encouraged everyone as they scaled the peaks. Regardless of the uphill challenge, Tansy delivered gourmet lunch picnics daily, which were gratefully accepted and enjoyed. Tansy also organised food, wine and restaurants for dinners of exceptional quality. It was great to hear Cinzia's and Tansy's description of what was to come before we started each meal.

The Hedonistic Hiking website has loads of really good information about their walks and what is included. And plenty of photos and video clips to get you enthused. Having experienced two walks with them, we can vouch for the accuracy of the information. And we hope to book our next walk sometime soon.

Jane and Niels
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Mish Grant 
 
 
 
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I recently completed the Sardinia and Corsica walking tours, taken back-to-back over two weeks, and they exceeded my expectations.

The tours were extremely well organised from start to finish, with excellent logistics, comfortable accommodation and an ideal group size – large enough to meet interesting people but small enough that everything ran smoothly.

What I particularly appreciated was the opportunity to experience the character of both islands through walking, food and wine. The hikes were rewarding and varied, with stunning scenery throughout, while the meals showcased local flavours and produce.

Tour leader Jackie, together with Cinzia and Tansy, created a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for the group. They were professional, knowledgeable and genuinely caring throughout the trip.

If you’re looking for a walking holiday that combines great hiking with excellent food, wine and local culture, I would highly recommend Hedonistic Hiking.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Maurice Vivarini 
 
 
 
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The culture, and mountains of Sardegna were brought to life by our charming host Jackie, aided by Cinzia who spoiled us with amazing salads and local produce, a real culinary delight.
We loved the hiking challenge and the sense of passion in the telling of the history and local folklore by our host.
Overall an unforgettable experience we would absolutely recommend
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Karen Devon 
 
 
 
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Thanks to Jackie and her wonderful staff for making our week in Piedmont luxurious, decadent, challenging enough with the hiking and lots of fun.  The generosity from the loooong lunches and the Michelin star restaurants to the humble cup of coffee, everything was included.  The organisation and attention to detail was incredible.  There was plenty of culture, history and tastings galore - cheese, wine, local cuisine.  We won’t hesitate to book again to enjoy other areas of Italy on such a local level.  Fantastic!!