Mar
15
If you’re hiking this season, whether with Ryder-Walker or on your own, we have tips to enhance your experience. Two key aspects to consider are: handling unexpected situations like bad weather or injuries and being a respectful hiker. Preparation and Safety Guidelines for Ryder-Walker Hikes: Every night before your hike...
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Jan
16
The northern reaches of Scotland are a wild landscape that holds a natural purity and mystery that is unmatched across the British Isles. Panoramic vistasfrom rugged mountains, windswept coastlines, and expansive moorlands, all contribute to the unique character of the region. While the landscape itself may be foreboding, it finds a particular sweetness in...
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Dec
11
Surprise the Traveler in Your Life with Their Next Adventure Looking for a gift that feels personal, memorable, and a little magical? Surprise your favorite traveler with a Ryder-Walker trek. Each itinerary is thoughtfully designed with curated routes, charming inns, and meaningful cultural moments that turn a holiday gift into...
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Nov
15
A Ryder-Walker self-guided hiking tour gives you the freedom to be your own guide, go at your own pace, and navigate the trails like a pro. We take care of everything from accommodations and luggage transfers, to expert-planned routes that make your independent hiking tour a success. Whether you're an...
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Nov
02
Calling all adventurous ladies! Are you a solo female explorer seeking to hike with other women? Or maybe you’re a group of gals looking for an unforgettable experience together? Look no further! Whether you’re a solo hiker craving the thrill of a self-discovery journey, or a group of friends eager...
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Oct
04
Find Your Ideal Dolomites Adventure! It’s easy to see why Ryder-Walker’s many hiking options in the northern Italian Alps are perennially among its most requested. A colorful landscape of pale, vertical rock walls, towers, and steeples rising high above the alpine forests and meadows beneath them, this archetypal mountain landscape...
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Aug
17
Many of Ryder-Walker’s favorite alpine adventures lead to magical, high-altitude alpine lakes, nestled like sapphire gems below towering peaks and beside lush meadows dotted with vibrant wildflowers. Below are some popular lakeside stops on our itineraries in the European Alps and Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Oeschinensee (Oeschinen Lake) in the...
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Jul
13
There are few hiking experiences as enjoyable as a trailside picnic on a beautiful sunny day. Spreading out your bandana in a rolling meadow, surrounded by jagged mountain peaks, and arranging a charcuterie spread of delectable meats, mouth-watering cheeses, fresh veggies and baked breads alongside fruits, nuts and chocolate is...
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Jun
27
Hiking Trips With Luggage Transfers Long ago we discovered the many benefits of ditching our luggage and hiking with a lightweight daypack. “The light way is the right way,” became our mantra, and we developed our hiking tours to reflect this philosophy. We use an intricate transportation system to accomplish...
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Jun
14
5 Rules to Follow in a Lightning Storm Mountain weather is known to change quickly and dramatically. One hour you’re hiking toward a summit in strong high-altitude sunshine, then the next, you’re zipping up a waterproof outer layer as ominous gray clouds converge and produce a clap or boom of...
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May
31
A trip to the peaceful Engadine valley located in southeast Switzerland never fails to delight, especially in the heat of summer, when it’s cooler than many other European destinations and reliably uncrowded. Any of Ryder-Walkers curated adventures offer incomparable blends of this unique region’s easily accessible inn-to-inn hiking, elevated lodging...
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May
03
Our Favorite Hiking Trips for Food Lovers If you know us at Ryder-Walker, you know we love food almost as much as we love hiking. There are so many incredible destinations around the world for food lovers, but we are especially indulgent in combining delicious cuisine before, during, or after...
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