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... read more →
Nov
02
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... read more →
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... read more →
Jun
28
An Italian Hiking Gem When Ryder-Walker guide Ken Fuhrer designed the Italian Dolomites: Lago di Braies, Fanes Wilderness, and Alta Badia 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... read more →
May
10
Ryder-Walker's Machu Picchu Trip Recap Our Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu is undoubtedly one of the most incredible journeys we offer. The adventure begins in Cusco, the historic capital city of the Incan Empire. While Lima is now the capital of Peru, Cusco once served as the vibrant heart of the... read more →
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... read more →
Mar
29
It’s no secret that Ryder-Walker has spent decades refining a collection of exceptional treks across Italy. The country’s remarkable diversity makes narrowing down our favorite hikes no small task—whether traversing the dramatic limestone towers of the Dolomites or exploring coastal paths and island landscapes farther south. Our Italian Alps Trek... read more →
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... read more →
Aug
26
The Rob Roy Way is a trekking route through the southern Scottish Highlands that connects the iconic locations of Rob Roy’s MacGregor’s life. This idyllic trail follows windswept moors and woodlands lush with bluebells through the home of clan MacGregor, where the legendary outlaw did battle with the Duke of... read more →
Aug
31
At Ryder-Walker, we love the flavors of the Alps. It’s a rare dinner that passes that we aren’t dreaming of a local Alpkäse or imagining a cold mug of Quöllfrisch beer in an Appenzell hut. While we’re looking forward to our next excursion into a local Swiss market to pick... read more →
Jun
05
Ryder-Walker’s private guided tours are the ultimate experience in terms of personal customization. Private guided tours combine the knowledge and expertise of your guide with the ambition and interests of you and a group of your friends. If you have ever wished that Ryder-Walker tours were either more involved or... read more →
Apr
28
Yoga Routine with Babsi Glanznig The intention of this short sequence is to ground and relax the body and mind. It is suitable for any level practitioner. Please always be aware of any physical restrictions you may experience and back off if you feel discomfort in any of the postures.... read more →







