Ordesa self-guided walking holiday

Let us show you the best the Ordesa National Park has to offer.

Get straight to the best hikes

We know not just the famous walks but many beautiful quiet paths overlooked by many visitors.

Easy to follow routecards

We give accurate distances and ascents and let you know what the ground is like underfoot.

Ordesa self-guided walking holiday

Get straight to the best hikes

Easy to follow routecards

Self guided hiking

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Ordesa self-guided walking holiday

7-nights self-guided holidays in the magnificent Ordesa National Park

The Ordesa self‑guided holiday explores one of the most iconic landscapes in the Pyrenees, with towering cliffs, deep glacial valleys and spectacular balcony paths that offer unforgettable views. You’ll walk at your own pace each day using detailed route notes and GPX files, with options ranging from gentler valley routes to classic high‑level trails on the edge of the Ordesa and Añisclo canyons. A comfortable hotel, excellent food and full support throughout the week make this a perfect choice for walkers who want big mountain scenery without joining a group.

Overview

Discover the best of Ordesa
Easy to follow route cards
Arrive and depart on any day

Discover the best of the Ordesa National Park - one of the highlights of the Pyrenees. Make sure you get the most of out your time in the park with our Self Guided Ordesa holidays.

We get you straight to the best hikes and know not just the famous walks but many beautiful quiet paths often overlooked by many visitors.

Ordesa was made a UNESCO world heritage site in 1997 mainly due to its bio-diversity. The steep cliffs lead to an altitude change of two kilometres between the valley meadows and the oeaks high above.
These differences mean a huge variety of flowers, birds and mammals can find their impact on the inhospitable higher plateaus.
The UNESCO site is jointly managed with the French Parc National de Pyrenees.

Peaks & Passes Monte Perdido

Itinerary

We’ve route descriptions for dozens of walks in the area. There is a huge range of options from short strolls to long days in the high mountains. Here’s a few suggestions - we’ve many more waiting for you!

Camino de Turieto - grade 1

A superb introduction to the park. Starting straight from the hotel you cross the Rio Ara passing through woodland and alongside a series of waterfalls and head into the Ordesa Valley.

Valle de Otal - grade 1

A wonderful hanging valley with waterfalls, flower filled meadows, and great views.

Camino de Turieto
On the Ordiso / Otal circuit

Ordesa Valley - valley floor - grade 2

Follow the Rio Arazas past waterfalls and rockpools with the sheer cliffs of Ordesa towering above you. The path starts in woodland leading into meadows with spectacular views of Monte Perdido standing at the head of the valley.

Ordesa Valley - Faja Racon - grade 2

A route passing directly under the northern cliffs of the valley. You really get a sense of the scale of the cliffs once you are standing in touching distance of them. The quietest route in the valley but absolutely stunning.

The Añisclo Canyon - grade 2

Another of the park’s spectacular valleys. Waterfalls cascade down the steep cliffs as you follow the Rio Bellos along the valley floor. Beautiful woodland and a good place to spot griffon vultures and lammergeiers.

Faja Rascon
Faja Rascon
Añisclo Canyon
'Relaxing time' Añisclo

Ordesa Valley - Faja de Pelay - grade 3

A steep climb rewarded with a bird’s eye view of the valley. A superb path then contours around the cliffs before dropping to the valley floor - highly recommended hike with views of the Breche de Roland and Monte Perdido.

Faja de Pelay
Faja de Pelay

Walking Faja de las flores Ordesa National Park Faja de las Flores

Plana Cuasta - grade 3

Another walk straight from the hotel. A steep climb through woodland into alpine meadows leading to a viewpoint with spectacular views straight down the Ordesa Valley.

Ordesa Valley - Faja de las Flores - grade 4

One of the most spectacular paths in Europe is the Faja de las Flores, where a narrow balcony is cut into the sheer cliffs of the Ordesa valley, offering breathtaking views of Mount Perdido and the valley floor a dizzying kilometre below.

Ordesa self-guided walking holiday

2026 Dates

Self guided holidays are available throughout the summer.

Prices

	B&B	Half board	Single Supplement
24 May - 25 June	929 €	1099 €	265 €
26 June - 16 July	1009 €	1179 €	290 €
17 July - 29 Aug	1069 €	1239 €	353 €
30 Aug - 12 Sep	1009 €	1179 €	290 €
13 Sep - 11 Oct	929 €	1099 €	265 €

Prices are per person and based on two sharing. Prices are for a 7 night stay - for longer and shorter stays ask for prices.

Included

Accommodation Half board option includes 3 course evening meals each night and buffet breakfast. B&B option includes a buffet breakfast - picnic lunches can be ordered from the hotel (at additional cost). Route cards, maps and detailed descriptions are provided for all of the best trails in the area.

Not included

Flights, insurance, drinks with evening meal and lunch on the rest day

Getting to the Pyrenees

Hiring a car or driving to Spain gives you total flexibility - you can choose to arrive and depart on any day and from whichever airport is most convenient to you. Both Biescas and Sallent de Gallego is easy to find and we provide driving directions.

Airports that are in driving distance include Zaragoza, Barcelona, Pau, Toulouse, Pamplona and Bilbao. Car hire is available at all of these. Read more information on getting here.

4* Hotel Ordesa (Torla)

The four star Hotel Ordesa is ideally situated for walkers with views into the Ordesa Valley and hikes straight from the hotel door.

The hotel has excellent facilities including an outdoor pool (open mid June to mid September), bar, lounge area and a spa (additional fees apply for use of the spa).

You start each morning with a cooked or continental buffet breakfast. With our full board option picnic lunches are provided each day and three course evening meals are taken at the hotel.

The village of Torla is just a short walk away. There you'll find the National Park visitors centre, shops, bars, cafes and restaurants.

More information in Hotel Ordesa page.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Are your trips guaranteed to run?

Yes — all Hike Pyrenees holidays are guaranteed to run. Once you book, your trip is confirmed.

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Do we need a car?

Yes - if you are planning on staying for more than a few days. Although there is a shuttle bus that runs between Torla and the Ordesa Valley in high season it is difficult to get to Torla by public transport. Whilst here, your walking options will be hugely increased if you have car. Most of our guests hire cars from either Barcelona or Zaragoza.

Accommodation

Where will I stay during the holiday?

You will stay at the four star Hotel Ordesa, which is ideally situated for walkers with views into the Ordesa Valley and hikes straight from the hotel door.

The hotel has excellent facilities including an outdoor pool (open mid June to mid September), bar, lounge area and a spa (additional fees apply for use of the spa).

Do all rooms have en-suite bathrooms?

Yes, all rooms have en-suite bathrooms.

Can I book a single room at all?

Yes. Single rooms are available in each of tyhe hotels for a supplement.

Is there Wi‑Fi at the hotels?

Yes — free Wi‑Fi is available throughout all hotels.

Meals & Dietary Requirements

Which meals are included in the price?

Half-board option includes 3 course evening meals each night and buffet breakfast. B&B option includes a buffet breakfast - picnic lunches can be ordered from the hotel (at additional cost) Vegetarians, celiacs and other dietary requirements can be catered for as long as you let us know in advance.

Can you cater for dietary requirements?

Yes — vegetarian, vegan, gluten‑free and other dietary needs can be catered for with advance notice.

What are the evening meals like?

Three course meals are served in the restaurant each evening and you have a choice of starters, main course and dessert.

Walking Levels & Logistics

When is the best time to hike the Ordesa self-guided itinerary?

the Ordesa self-guided itinerary is at its best from late-May to mid-October.

• May and June offer lush meadows and cooler temperatures.

• July and August bring warm, settled weather and long days.

• September and October are a favourite for many walkers — quieter trails and clear, stable conditions.

Snow can linger on the highest passes in early season, but we’ll advise you on conditions.

Are the routes easy to follow?

Yes. Our route descriptions are detailed and in general the paths are easy to follow. In a couple of places the paths aren't so clear but we highlight these spots in the route notes so that you can take extra care. We also provide GPS tracks for all of the routes. These can be used with a GPS application on your phone and are a brilliant aid to navigation.

I've read that you provide Garmin InReach Satellite Communicators, what do they do?

A Garmin InReach is a small, tough satellite communicator that lets you stay in touch even when you’re out of mobile coverage. It uses the Iridium satellite network to send and receive messages, share your location, and trigger an SOS in an emergency. It’s a useful bit of kit for remote mountain areas where phone signal can’t be relied on. We provide these to every self-guided group.

Do the routes get into the high mountains or do the trails stay in the valley floor?

The harder options get into steep high mountain terrain and in no way stick to the valley floor. The longest days are over 20km with over 1000 metres ascent. We have dozens of route cards for this trip, so there's plenty of flexibility. If you prefer to stick to the easier routes, are tired one day or the weather is bad you can stick to the easier routes that stay lower in the valley.

Will I be hiking with other hikers?

This is a self-guided itinerary and although other hikers may start on the same day as you (particularly if you arrive on a Sunday), this isn't guaranteed. Some of the days follow routes where you won't meet many other hikers during the day and you need to be comfortable hiking and navigating on your own.

Could we add a night in a mountain hut?

Yes, you can book to stay in Refugio Goriz, depending on availability. Please ask us for further information." target="_blank" rel="noopener">here

Booking & Practicalities

Do I need travel insurance?

Yes - insurance to cover accidents in the mountains and illness is compulsory. The insurance must cover mountainous terrain and hiking. We also recommend general travel insurance to cover flight delays, lost luggage and for cover if you need to cancel your trip due to injury/illness before you travel.

What is your cancellation policy?

If you need to cancel your trip, the deposit of 125€ per person is non-refundable. If you have paid your balance and cancel with 7 weeks notice or more, we will refund 50%. If you cancel with less than 7 weeks notice, no refund will be made. Remember, most travel insurances will cover this cost if you need to cancel due to injury.

Can I extend my stay?

Yes — let us know when booking and we can help arrange extra nights either in Torla or in Zaragoza, which is a lovely city to visit with lots to see and a fascinating history.

Here's feedback from guests on our Ordesa self guided walking holiday. Thanks to everyone that has sent feedback - if you’ve not mailed us any comments yet please do and we’ll add them.

Wonderful holiday, excellent organisation and beautiful varied walking. It was very reassuring to know that the briefing, cards were so well written and accurate in their timings.
Peter & Pamela, Ordesa Self Guided, September 2018

Ordesa was the highlight of our Pyrenees walking - challenging walks with majestic viewscapes, and a comfortable, friendly hotel to return to each evening.
Ian & Anne, Ordesa Self Guided, September 2018