Webinar: Hiking the Camino de Santiago March 21st, 2018 • by Matt Holmes Learn about our Camindo de Santiago hiking tour with our local guide, Nick, and our assistant destination manager, Emily.
What to do in Kyoto March 8th, 2018 • by Bryan Haggerty On our Hiking the Nakasendo Trail adventure, we explore the outskirts and “old town” of Kyoto, but the city has so much more to offer if you can arrive a few days before the trip. Kyoto is very large, and public transportation is efficient and relatively easy to use compared to the rest of Japan. That being… 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 »
Video: Croatia - Dalmatian Coast Kayaking & Hiking February 19th, 2018 • by Matt Holmes If you crave the natural beauty, food, wine, and history of the Mediterranean—but want to avoid the crowded coasts of Italy, Spain, and France—then a Croatia tour is for you! Hike amidst Aleppo pine, cypress, citrus trees, and lavender. Kayak the tranquil sea past pebbled beaches, hidden coves, and rocky inlets as rugged mountains rise… Read More »
Webinar: Hiking in Scotland January 24th, 2018 • by Matt Holmes Learn about our Scotland: Highlands & Islands Hiking journey with our local guide Mark and our Scotland tours manager, Michelle.
Portugal’s Best Kept Secret January 2nd, 2018 • by Deborah Tobey While most independent travelers to Portugal stay close to the county’s sparkling coast, only visiting the cities of Porto and Lisbon, those who venture further inland into the mountains on Portugal guided tours will discover places where time passes slowly: the Schist Villages. For everyone who doesn’t remember their 8th grade earth sciences class, schist… Read More »
These are a Few of My Favorite Things - Gear Guide December 13th, 2017 • by Matt Holmes Here at the Boundless Journeys home office in Stowe, Vermont, we often get questions from guests on our hiking tours about what to pack, how to pack, and what we always bring for our own travel adventures. While every trip is different, here is a quick guide to some gear favorites. (Please note we have… 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 »
History of the Nakasendo Trail November 1st, 2017 • by Bryan Haggerty The Nakasendo Trail dates to the Edo Period, an era in Japan’s history spanning from 1603 to 1868. It was characterized by economic growth, social stability, isolationism, and interest in arts and culture. In the early years, there was a need to develop a communication and transportation network so the shogunate (a government ruled by… Read More »