Our Favorite Global Trekking Trips for Fall What do we love about hiking in the fall? Crisp morning air, vibrant autumn foliage, breathtaking views, cozy accommodations, and any local dish... read more →
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... read more →
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... read more →
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... read more →
Ryder-Walker’s Most Challenging Treks Why not start training for one of Ryder-Walker’s more vigorous treks! Your efforts will be rewarded with an adventure of a lifetime. Follow the rugged cairn-marked trails... read more →
The Engadine, an enchanting and pristine Swiss valley bordering Austria and Italy, is among the most beautiful places in the world. Defined by peaceful countryside, medieval villages, and stunning... read more →
The Eiger Trail is the soul of alpine hiking. The stunning ten-day journey leads you through some of the most awe inspiring vistas on earth, locations critical to mountaineering history,... read more →
Phyl Newbeck and Bryan Harrington recently completed our self-guided Matterhorn Trek in the Alps of Switzerland and Italy and sent us these photos. Hiking Near The Matterhorn The Matterhorn is... read more →
Question: We're taking a Ryder-Walker hiking tour in Switzerland, but we're flying to another European destination (France) following our hike. We'll have a few bags that we won't need during... read more →
This is where Swiss cheese gets its bubbles, but there's a debate brewing on HOW those bubbles form. According a recent report, it's the bucket, or rather, what falls into... read more →
Question: While traveling in Switzerland, I often see a symbol on trains and buses that looks like a swirling eye. What does it mean? Answer: The swirling eye is a... read more →
If you like Van Gogh, and you’re looking for something to do following your hiking tour, then swing by the Kunstmuseum in Basel, Switzerland. The Kunstmuseum Basel presents a major... read more →
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