Alpe Adria Hiking Tour Slideshow July 3rd, 2019 • by Matt Holmes Austria, Slovenia, and Italy: Alpe Adria Hiking Tour Hike one of Europe’s newest long-distance hiking routes in our newest Europe adventure tour for 2020. Interested in planning your next unforgettable walking vacation? Contact us. If you’ve enjoyed reading and are inspired to join us on one of our walking tours or have questions about… Read More »
What to do in Geneva and Chamonix January 29th, 2019 • by Matt Holmes For both our Haute Route and Mont Blanc hiking tour, Geneva is the closest airport to our European adventure tour‘s starting town of Chamonix. We recommend arriving a day or two before the tour to combat the effects of jetlag and to do some independent exploration of the incredibly Swiss city of Geneva or the… Read More »
Webinar: The Tour du Mont Blanc November 3rd, 2018 • by Matt Holmes Learn about our Mont Blanc hiking tour in the French, Swiss, and Italian Alps with our destination manager, Michelle, and local guide, Eric!
Video: Hiking in New Zealand October 4th, 2018 • by Bryan Haggerty A New Zealand hiking tour is an adventure like no other. In particular, the northern reaches of New Zealand’s South Island boast a wild, incredible beauty and diversity of wildlife. While hiking the South Island, you’ll encounter sparkling seaside and awe-inspiring mountainsides. You can follow hiking trails leading to yawning valleys and dramatic rocky shores brimming with… Read More »
9 Things to Know about Inn-to-Inn Hikes February 28th, 2018 • by Matt Holmes Most people who have never been on a multi-day hiking or trekking tour don’t know what to expect from such an adventure. With five people in our office who have done this type of trip, we’ve compiled this “need to know” list for those of you who may already be reserved or are thinking about… Read More »
Video: Hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc February 24th, 2018 • by Matt Holmes This thrilling hiking circuit around Mont Blanc, Western Europe’s highest mountain combines the perfect mix of awe-inspiring mountain views and the vibrant influence of three distinct European countries—France, Italy, and Switzerland. The hiking route leads us between small Alpine villages, over mountainous passes, and along ancient glaciers as we travel through the French, Italian, and… Read More »
Interview with our Alps guide November 28th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes Eric comes from a long line of mountain guides and has led long-distance hiking tours throughout Europe, especially in the Alps, since he began guiding in 1979. Eric speaks French, English, Italian, and German, is an avid skier, and has developed great relationships with local people along the mountain routes of our France tours. Eric… Read More »
7 Bragworthy Experiences August 31st, 2017 • by Matt Holmes It’s probably obvious that here at Boundless Journeys, we are passionate about travel. But more specifically, we’re passionate about finding and creating incredible, one-of-a-kind adventures that will leave you with lasting memories…because, quite frankly, they have left us with lasting memories. If you want to truly immersive adventure in a destination—the people, the environment, and… Read More »
Alpine Wine & Cheese June 21st, 2017 • by Michelle Cournoyer What do you get when you travel through three countries with some of the best culinary traditions in the world? A gastronomic delight of immense proportions. While the Mont Blanc region spanning France, Italy, and Switzerland is known for big cheese names such as Gruyere and Fontina, there are many smaller cheesemakers that produce specific… Read More »
On the Trail: Hiking Slovenia's Julian Alps December 7th, 2016 • by Bryan Haggerty When I was given the opportunity to join our August Slovenia hiking tour, I was excited but also wondered, “What exactly does Slovenia have to offer?” Answer: Everything! This mountainous little country packs a big punch as an active adventure destination. DAY 1Our introduction to Slovenia started with a Ljubljana walking tour led by our… Read More »