Dec
07
7 Reasons the Algarve is One of the Most Unique Regions in Europe Ryder-Walker’s hike through the south of Portugal has quickly become one of our most highly rated treks. This wonderful journey takes you along Portugal’s sunny southern coast, where craggy cliffs, the rolling waves of the Atlantic, and...
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Dec
03
Ryder-Walker’s Favorite Guided and Self-Guided Walking Tours Everyone at Ryder-Walker is eager to share what we believe to be the best walking tours in the world. Walking tours are hikes which we consider to be less strenuous or committing than full-on treks, while still maintaining the rhythm of hiking in...
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Nov
02
The Engadine, a hidden valley in the heart of the Swiss Alps, is a place of wonder and enchantment. Red Swiss trains, gondolas, and funiculars all wrap up the sides of glaciated mountains while crystalline lakes rest in the pastoral valleys below. Beyond its natural beauty, the Engadine is a...
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Oct
31
In addition to physically walking The Liechtenstein Trail, there are many to-dos and interesting places to visit each day along the route. This list will help you plan your visit and identify what should be on your individual itinerary. We even recommend booking an extra day in Vaduz, the capital...
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Aug
02
Delicious Austrian Cuisine Austria is often overlooked as the perfect Alps travel destination. France and Italy have long been known for their majestic peaks, but hidden gem hiking destinations still exist and Austria is among them. We love Austria for many reasons, one being the perfect combination of thousands of...
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Jul
15
Photos from the Trail Photos are streaming in from guests and guides as Ryder-Walker treks are in full stride this summer. From the Alps in Europe to the Fjords of Iceland, people are exploring and sharing their adventures from the trails. “The mountains are calling, and I must go.” –...
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Jun
28
An Italian Hiking Gem: Via Ladinia When Ryder-Walker guide Ken Fuhrer designed the Via Ladinia trek in 2017, he came back to report, “There is so much to love about this trip it is difficult to pick a place to start. The Dolomites are one of the most uniquely beautiful...
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May
10
Machu Picchu 2022 Recap The 2022 Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu team is now home after an astounding couple weeks in Peru! The crew gathered in late April in the ancient capital city of Cusco. With Lima being the current capital city of Peru, Cusco was originally the beating heart...
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May
09
Northern Greece Hiking Trip Intro Northern Greece is magical in so many ways and our inaugural trek in May proved to be the perfect trip to kick off our European hiking season. Summer was in full bloom when we hit the trails. The exuberant vibe of Thessaloniki, the bustling port...
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Mar
29
It’s no secret that Ryder-Walker has dedicated the last decades to perfecting a series of treks across Italy. The ever-expansive nature of Italy allows for a great variety of experiences; whether you are traveling through the towering Dolomites or island hopping off the coast of Sicily, choosing our favorite hikes...
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Mar
04
Switzerland has over 7000 lakes The stunning Swiss landscape is often recognized for its ocean of high peaks and hillside farmland, however, one of the most charming elements of Swiss nature is the array of crystal-clear alpine lakes that dot the Swiss countryside. The most famous of these lakes are...
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Dec
25
Glühwein Steaming mugs of Glühwein are the surefire sign across Germany, Austria, and Germanic Switzerland that the holidays are here. The Glühwein itself, despite its unique name, should be more familiar to English speakers as mulled wine – there is no substantial difference in preparation between the two drinks. The...
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