FEATURED HIKING TOURS
Switzerland | Matterhorn Trek
Experience the adventure of a lifetime as you hike beneath the iconic Matterhorn. Traverse stunning alpine trails, cross into charming Swiss and Italian villages, and take in breathtaking views of glaciers, peaks, and meadows. Cozy inns and rich cultural moments await at every turn.
Country:
Switzerland
Duration:
8 nights / 9 days
Guided Tour:
August 4-12, 2025
Private Guided Tour:
July-Early Sept.
Heart of Austria
Wander through Austria’s Salzkammergut region, where alpine lakes, meadows, and limestone peaks create a stunning natural backdrop. Explore historic villages, including UNESCO-listed Hallstatt, and soak in the rich charm and culture of this timeless alpine landscape.
Country:
Austria
Duration:
7 nights / 8 days
Guided Tour:
September 5-12, 2025
Private-Guided Tour:
Mid June-September
France | Haute Pyrénées Mountain Trek
Hike through the rugged and remote Pyrenees, where dramatic peaks, quiet valleys, and alpine lakes straddle the border of France and Spain. Discover scenic trails, welcoming villages, and the rich culture of this wild and beautiful mountain region.
Country:
France & Spain
Duration:
7 nights / 8 days
Guided Tour:
July 24-31, 2025
Private Guided Tour:
June-Sept.
Italy | Italian Dolomites Trek
Embark on a journey, where towering peaks, vibrant alpine meadows, and crystal-clear lakes create an unforgettable trek. This adventure combines challenging hikes with luxurious accommodations, offering natural beauty and comfort.
Country:
Italy
Duration:
7 nights / 8 days
Guided Tour:
June 13-20 & Aug. 25-Sept. 1
Private-Guided Tour:
Mid June – Mid Sept.
The Perfect Gift
Give your special someone a truly unique and memorable present – a Ryder-Walker gift card. With more than 60 treks worldwide, we offer a hike for everyone on your list. It’s simple: choose the amount of money you would like to put on the gift card, and we’ll send you a gift certificate to present to your friend, loved one, or the whole family. We will also include a receipt for you.
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Bucket List Treks
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Celebrating 40 years!
Ryder-Walker Alpine Adventures is a family owned and operated hiking tour company based in Telluride, Colorado. Founded in 1984, we specialize in handcrafted inn-to-inn hiking tours. Hike with us and explore the most stunning landscapes on the planet. Book self-guided, small group guided and private hikes that can be fully customized. We make it easy to realize the perfect adventure vacation.
Call us by phone, send us an email, or check in via social media. You’ll always connect with someone that lives and breathes hiking and travel. We love what we do, and we know that you’ll love it too! Please join us for great hikes, good food, and friends. Discover why hikers around the world call us as the Global Trekking Specialists.
OUR 2025 CATALOG
2025 CATALOG
We’re having a lot of fun planning new adventures while flipping through our 2024 digital hiking tour catalog. You can turn pages like a magazine, zoom in, print out individual pages, and download a pdf version if you like. You’ll find new trips, feature stories and more inside. Are you ready to get inspired?
