The 'Layer Principle' explained August 5th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Seasoned hikers and travelers will tell you that having the correct clothing is essential for an enjoyable hiking tour. But if you’re new to active travel or aren’t sure your gear is working for you, let me explain the layering principle, so you’ll know what gear you need to buy and how to best use… Read More »
Winter in Iceland Slideshow July 20th, 2020 • by Deborah Tobey Iceland: Northern Lights Adventure From the dancing colors above to the vast and stunning landscape here on earth, Iceland tours do not disappoint. Interested? Contact Deborah at 1-800-941-8010.
Camino de Santiago Slideshow June 8th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Spain: HIking the Camino de Santiago Walk in the footsteps of the multitudes who have traveled before on this historic and spiritual route across northwest Spain. Interested? Contact Emily at 1-800-941-8010 or [email protected].
San Juan Islands Slideshow June 3rd, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Off the coast of Washington, a short ferry ride from Seattle, lies a charming collection of islands rich in wildlife, artists, and history. Interested? Contact Emily at 1-800-941-8010 or [email protected].
Vermont Hiking Slideshow June 3rd, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Explore the fields and forests with mountain views and farm-to-table cuisine on our Vermont adventure tours. Interested? Contact Emily at 1-800-941-8010 or contact us.
Tour du Mont Blanc Slideshow May 13th, 2020 • by Michelle Cournoyer France, Italy, & Switzerland: Tour du Mont Blanc National Geographic Traveler rates this epic adventure in its “50 Tours of a Lifetime” and with good reason! Interested? Contact Michelle at 1-800-941-8010 or [email protected].
Sounds of the World April 28th, 2020 • by Deborah Tobey We rarely talk about the sounds that we encounter when on one of our walking tours and how they may differ by or even define a destination. We highlight the other senses—views from the trail, the tastes of cuisine, the feeling of dirt beneath our feet, and the scent of pine or the ocean, but… Read More »
Finland Slideshow April 16th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Finland: Exploring Arctic Lapland Explore this real-life winter wonderland via snowmobiling, Nordic skiing, dog sledding, and reindeer-drawn sleigh rides. Interested? Contact Deborah at 1-800-941-8010 or [email protected].
Azores Hiking Tour Slideshow March 4th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Portugal: Azores Islands Explorer Widely regarded as one of the world’s “best-kept secrets,” the Azores Islands are a wild and otherworldly archipelago. Our Portugal hiking tour in the Azores Archipelago traverses the Azores’ most scenic and dynamic Islands. You’ll hike volcanic calderas, enjoy the region’s unique cuisine (including exceptional wines and cheeses), and immerse yourself… Read More »
Dolomites Hiking Tour Slideshow February 27th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Italy: The Dolomites Traverse Hiking Tour Travel across three of the famed Ladin Valleys on foot—Val Gardena, Alta Badia, and Cortina d’Ampezzo—and through area’s most spectacular scenery on our Dolomites hiking tour. Interested in learning more about our Italy walking tours? Contact Michelle at 1-800-941-8010 or [email protected].