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ALPS HIKING TOURS

Towering peaks, ancient glaciers, alpine meadows and more combine to make our Alps hiking tours unforgettable!

The Alps are at once an adventurer’s playground, a traveler’s paradise, and a wonderland for eager hikers. Towering peaks, ancient glaciers, alpine meadows, pristine lakes and rivers, unique wildlife, charming towns, luxurious mountain lodging, and gourmet cafes combine to make our Alps hiking tours truly unforgettable!

Our Alps trips will take you to the best mountain treks in Italy, Switzerland, and France. They will take you high into Italy’s limestone Dolomites and around the towering Mont Blanc mastiff. Enjoy the Alps’ amazing mountain huts and quaint village inns, hotels and lodges.

Check out our Alps Treks below, and feel free to call us at 1-800-715-HIKE (4453) with questions or to start planning your trip today!

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Alps Traverse: Munich to Venice

Tour Du Mont Blanc

Italian Dolomites Trek

Best of Switzerland

Chamonix Add-on Package

WHY HIKE THE ALPS WITH WILDLAND?

1. TOP RATED ADVENTURE TOURS

Wildland began offering trips in 2005 and quickly became one of the top-rated trekking companies in the world. Over the last decade and a half, we have accrued more than 4,000 5-star reviews online and earned #1 spots on multiple Trip Advisor pages. Beyond Trip Advisor, other review sites where Wildland has 5 stars include Trust Pilot, Google and Yelp.

3. ALL-INCLUSIVE TRIPS

Another crucial factor in the quality of a hiking tour is what’s included. A huge benefit of joining a guided trip is the ability to travel light and let other people handle all the complicated logistics. On Wildland trips your local transportation, gear, meals, reservations and permits, supports staff, emergency communication devices, first-aid kits, risk management systems and more are fully handled by us. You get to focus 100% on fun and hiking through the Alps’ stunning landscapes!

5. HAND-PICKED ACCOMMODATIONS & RESTAURANTS

The Alps are renowned for their amazing hotels and incredible cuisine. On Wildland trips the lodging and restaurants we visit are carefully selected for their location, character and exceptional quality. We strive to take guests on unforgettable trekking journeys through the Alps, and the lodging and food are major components of these once-in-a-lifetime trips!

2. ALWAYS SMALL GROUP TRIPS

Many adventure tour companies try to book up to 18 or 24 guests per trip. At Wildland we cap our trips at 12 guests, and many trips run at 6-10 guests. This intimate group size allows participants the ability to truly interact with the trip leaders and each other in meaningful, memorable ways. It also allows things like hiking pace and dietary preferences to be much more customized to each person. Bottom line, smaller groups equal higher quality experiences.

4. LOCAL, EXPERT WILDLAND GUIDES

Ultimately the Wildland product consists of three main elements: the setting, the logistics (food, gear, transportation…etc.) and the guide(s). Of these three components, we believe the guides are the most important in terms of guest experience. That’s because the other two can change and how the guide handles it determines the outcome. We bring local guides who know the Alps inside and out onto our team, and we train them to meet the high Wildland standards. This combination gives guests the best of both worlds: local guides and a top-tier guided experience.

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Why an alps hiking vacation.

The Swiss Alps, Italian Alps, and French Alps together comprise one of the world’s most beautiful and adventure-rich mountain regions. With soaring, glaciated peaks; lush alpine valleys; unique wildlife; and stunning panoramas, the Alps offer a wealth of trekking opportunities. But that’s only the beginning. The Swiss Alps, Italian Alps, and French Alps also offer wonderful backcountry huts, charming mountain hamlets, amazing European cuisine, and fascinating history. The Alps truly offer trekking and traveling experiences that are unique and difficult to match anywhere else!

SHOULD I HIKE THE ALPS WITH A GUIDE?

Many people hike the Alps with a trekking guide, and many do it on their own. The advantages of going with an Alps trekking company are many. At Wildland, we take care of all logistics including permits, accommodations, transportation, meals, gear, and more. Additionally, hiking the Alps does contain inherent risk, and going with a guide company adds an increased level of safety. The mountains are high with potential for extreme weather year round, and they are home to mandatory river crossings, snowfields, and glaciers. Additionally, the distances and elevations required between mountain villages is often significant, and so the hiking can be demanding and remote. Our guides also offer expert interpretation of the natural and cultural history of the region, which is a highlight for many guests.

MAKE THE MOST OF AN ALPS HIKING HOLIDAY

If you join an Alps hiking tour, we recommend adding time on the front and back to make the most of your holiday. The Swiss Alps, French Alps, and Italian Alps, are of course surrounded by amazing natural and cultural travel destinations. We heartily recommend adding a visit to the French or Italian Rivieras, where coastal towns offer history, beauty, and culinary delights. Or adding a visit to Europe’s wine country is a worthwhile addition – Italy’s famous Tuscany region or France’s Bordeaux region are both fantastic. Finally, some of Europe’s big cities offer tremendous history, architecture and, again, amazing cuisine: Rome, Milan, and Paris are of course some of the best cities to add to your visit.

The Mt. Rainier Inn trip with Wildland was perfect. The Inn was comfortable; the guide was an expert in his field; the pacing was just right to accommodate all those on the trip; the scenery was ideal. If you can go please do.

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Alps Hiking Tours

Hiking adventures across the alps.

From the dramatic Dolomites to the magnificent Mont Blanc, the Alps is a hiking destination like no other. Follow trails across fields of wildflowers, past upland villages and glistening lakes, ascending to views that inspired the world’s first mountaineers. We offer one-of-a-kind hiking adventures in five alpine countries—France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, and Slovenia. Lace up your hiking boots and join us!

All Trips to the Alps

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Hiking the Haute Route

France, Switzerland

From $5,595

Tour du Mont Blanc

France, Italy, Switzerland

From $5,795

Hiking in the Cortina Dolomites

From $5,295

Ultimate Haute Route

From $6,995

Mont Blanc to the Mediterranean

From $7,395

Treasures of the Dolomites

From $6,495

Ultimate Dolomites

Hiking in Slovenia

From $6,095

Hiking Bergamo to Innsbruck

Liechtenstein, Austria, Switzerland, Italy

From $7,295

Hiking the Heart of Switzerland

Switzerland

Hiking Switzerland’s Via Alpina

Hiking the Alpe Adria: Salzburg to Trieste

Austria, Slovenia, Italy

From $6,395

Tour de Monte Rosa

Italy, Switzerland

From $7,695

Treasures of Mont Blanc

From $7,995

What Makes Our Alps Hiking Tours Special?

• Expert Trip Leaders — Well-trained, experienced mountaineers with a passion for the Alps, our leaders infuse each trip with local knowledge and plenty of fun! We always have two (sometimes even three!) leaders on our Alps trips so you can hike at your own pace, opt for van pick-up, or choose your preferred hiking route (on select trips). 
• Carefully Planned Itineraries  — Experience an adventure designed to take you far from the crowds into the pristine heart of the Alps. Our itineraries span six countries and feature alpine hiking trails (several crossing international borders!) to mountain villages and secluded inns you’d never think to find on your own. 
• Exquisite Accommodations — We’ve hand-picked our lodgings, from luxurious hotels to historic mountain inns. At the end of the day, you can count on a warm welcome and charming alpine views, along with convenient access to the trails. 
• 45 Years’ Experience — Thanks to our longstanding relationships in the region, we’ll be treated like friends and family along the trail. Our local experience means we have the insider’s edge; we know where to find the best views and even the best spots for lunch!

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REVIEWS FROM OUR CLIENTS

We had a great time hiking the Italian Alps and especially loved the variety of the hikes and the four different countries and cultures we experienced. Once again, Wilderness Travel has exceeded our expectations and has shown why they continue to rack up awards as the best travel company for hiking experiences! Thanks to the entire company for never failing to delight us!

This was an ideal vacation for us: being in the mountains all day, at the peak of wildflower season, with two guides who were both knowledgeable and fun to be with, having a good hotel at night, and great French food in the evenings.

A once in a lifetime experience where the beauty of the mountains, the quality of the food/lodging and the hiking challenge were just magnificent.

Amazing trip, well planned, flexible staff and itinerary. Staff had great relationships with hotel and lodging hosts, chefs, making it even more special! What could be better than to have a world class mountain guide steering you around a beautiful setting like the Dolomites?

Excellent does not come close to describing my experiences on this trip. It was way beyond excellent for me. It was the best time of my life! The Alps were like a fantasy world and the guides made them real for me.

This trip really exceeded my expectations. The variety of hikes, the awesome scenery, the added benefit of two wonderful guides—it was one of the best trips I have ever taken!

A wonderful trip. WT consistently impresses me with their level of service. Most importantly, the guides are superior to any other service I’ve used. You feel completely at ease and supported by their level of professionalism.

Talk to an Expert

Our Europe Specialists know every detail about our Alps trips. They will be happy to answer any questions and help you choose the journey that’s right for you. Contact us to learn more or book your trip today!

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Specializing in Switzerland Hiking Tours since 1977 –  Alpine Adventure LLC is an authority on hiking in the Alps and the Highlands of Scotland. We are a family-owned and operated hiking tour company that leads small groups on guided alpine hikes in Switzerland, Austria, France, Italy and Scotland.

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Our hiking tours.

Whether you’re seeking a challenging adventure vacation or a leisure holiday to soak up the majestic scenery , we have the perfect trip for you.  Since 1977 we have operated amazing hiking trips to some of the most scenic spots in the world.   Switzerland, Austria, Italy, France and Scotland hiking trips are offered for 2024.

A choice of hikes is presented each day – easy, moderate and more strenuous. Thanks to an advanced transportation system of cable cars, cog trains, and lifts, we are able to offer easier or harder options to suit various fitness abilities.  Mountaineering options are also available on all trips.* We also offer private guided tours and self-guided tours for all abilities.

*mountaineering options such as gorge adventures, via ferrata courses, glacier trekking, and summiting several 4000-meter peaks are available.  Most of these activities do not need prior mountaineering training.  We can also help arrange larger climbs including the Matterhorn and Monte Rosa.  The larger climbs options require planning prior to the trip. For more information please call us at 478/714-0829.

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The Alps Adventure Tours

Choose from our range of incredible adventures in the Alps, all expertly guided and carefully designed for an unforgettable vacation.

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Austria, Italy & Slovenia Alpe Adria Hiking Tour

Slovenia Julian Alps Hiking Tour

Alps Chamonix & Courmayeur Hiking with Premier Lodging Tour

Alps Chamonix & Zermatt Hiking Tour

Alps Eiger to Matterhorn Trekking Tour

Alps Haute Route Trekking Tour

Alps Tour de Monte Rosa Trekking Tour

Alps Tour du Mont Blanc Express Hiking Tour

Alps Tour du Mont Blanc Hiking Tour

Alps Village to Village Hiking Tour

France Alps GR5 Trekking Tour

France Mont Blanc Private Hiking Tour

Italy Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour

Italy & Switzerland Heart of Gran Paradiso Hiking Tour

The mt sobek experience.

We offer the very best alps hiking adventures in Switzerland , Italy , France , and Austria —designed to get you to the heart of the Alps in 12 days or less. From the iconic peak of the Matterhorn to the legendary white dome of Mont Blanc , ancient paths through the Bernese Oberland to the babbling brooks of the Haute Route , you’ll enjoy an immersive experience as you explore scenic mountain trails with professional guides. We also make sure that you eat great food and sleep well in comfortable accommodations , while we take care of the logistics every step of the way.

Expert Guides

Our hiking adventures in the Alps are guided by local professional guides, who are highly trained in safety procedures and follow Leave No Trace principles. As well as being fun and friendly, they’ll give you an immersive, insider experience—both on and off the beaten path. Many are so popular that people return to hike with them year after year!

On the Trail

There is nothing better than being out on the trail, feeling the breeze on your face and the rush of a spectacular view. Hiking days generally start early, after breakfast, and cover around 5 to 15 miles per day. Some days may have rolling hills or steep inclines, but there are plenty of rest stops on the way—plus a hearty lunch and dinner (per your itinerary).

Choice Accommodations

After an inspiring day of hiking and trekking, recount your tales from the trail and recharge with a delicious dinner. Then, slumber in a range of accommodations that match your chosen adventure—from luxury lodges and boutique hotels to deluxe wilderness camping. We always aim to pick unique and characterful accommodations that make your trip special.

Adventures for Your Skill Level

Our adventures in the Alps include hiking in spectacular mountain terrain with epic views and abundant wildlife. All are moderate to strenuous trips, with a Level 3 or Level 4 activity rating, and we recommend training for your adventure in advance. The Alps is a popular destination for return hikers who tackle a new route every year.

What Our Guests Say

It’s true that our guests say it best! Read what travelers like you are saying about our Alps adventures. “The Classic Tour du Mont Blanc is truly a must-do trek that ranks up there with the best scenic hikes in the world. MT Sobek added to the experience by delivering a fantastic itinerary. I highly recommend this trip.” Clark V. MT Sobek Guest

Award-Winning Trips

Over the years, we’re proud that our itineraries have been honored as “Tour of a Lifetime” and “World’s Best.” Our iconic Tour du Mont Blanc trek has been named “the world’s most luxurious hiking trip” by Forbes and, most recently, MT Sobek was voted Best Adventure Company by the readers of USA Today.

We Are Committed to Conservation

MT Sobek is proud to work with local guides and outfitters around the globe who are committed to following Leave No Trace principles and exploring the outdoors responsibly. Everywhere we go, we seek to drive awareness of fragile ecosystems to help support their long-term sustainability.

Plan Your Trip

We realize that there are many hikes and treks to choose from, and our goal is to make it easy to find the perfect itinerary for your desired destination and skill level . Here’s a handy guide from our trusted team of adventure experts.

Choose Your Adventure

We offer more than 10 incredible hikes in the Alps, ranging from 6 to 12 days. There are three main ways to explore: take a Tour du Mont Blanc loop hike ; trek a long-distance route ; or enjoy scenic day hikes from your base in Chamonix .

Choose Your Style

As well as scheduled group departures, we can also accommodate private groups or create fully customized adventures. Call us on 800-974-0300 to find out more about our custom and private adventures.

Choose Your Dates

The best time to visit the Alps is from June to September when the weather is mild and wildlife is abundant. Be sure to book in advance for peak season dates in July and August.

Ask an Expert

We want you to have the best adventure, so don’t hesitate to call our expert team of adventure specialists at 800-974-0300 to learn more. Or click the button to use our online contact form.

Self-Guided Tours

Self-guided tours are a great balance between the structure of a guided tour and planning a trip all on your own.

Our self-guided tours are carefully organized trips that combine the freedom to hike and travel on your own with your own personal travel planner. We’ll organize all of the reservations and logistics, buy appropriate rail passes, recommend favorite hikes and sights, and arrange a trip that meets your specifications.

There’s no guide and no group, so you’ll make your own decisions, choose your own pace, and enjoy Switzerland at your leisure. As Swiss travel specialists, we’ll fill you with knowledgeable advice and superb vacation plans. You do the rest.

If you want flexibility and privacy, we’ll give you the support you need to navigate on your own.

We describe each of your destinations in depth, noting activities and sights of particular interest, and providing you with choices for rainy days or taking a rest..

You will receive a personal information packet complete with daily itineraries, hotel confirmations, detailed hiking route descriptions, topographic maps of your hikes, train schedules, and specialized information about the regions you’ll be visiting.  Most tours include rail passes and luggage transfers.  Clients with non-US addresses, you will receive your materials digitally.

This is your personal guidebook, so we also help you with what to pack, how to get in shape for walking in the Alps, how to phone home, and what to do if your plans change en route.  And if you have any questions or need any help, we are always just a phone call away.

We have a lot of great itineraries like the Tour du Mont Blanc, Bernese Oberland Traverse and Dolomite Traverse to choose from, but our self-guided tours can be easily customized to meet your specific needs… make them longer or shorter, stay in rustic inns or luxury hotels, or a bit of both (why not)!  Choose any day to start – this is your tour.  If you can let us know your dream trip, we’ll make it work for you.

Just want to thank you for a wonderful trip to Italy’s Dolomites. Your package with hike descriptions, accommodations and other recommendations was spot on. We didn’t even get lost, which is unusual for us. Loved the food especially the Kaiserschmarrn at Gostner Schwaige. We were welcomed even though we were soaking wet. As we came out the hut the rain turned to snow. It snowed the rest of the way to Schlernhaus but made for a beautiful hike the next day with fresh snow and lots of sunshine. After that the weather was perfect. We had strudel at most every stop, which became a favorite for everyone. Will be happy to give comments or recommendations to prospective hikers. Thanks also for the additional tee-shirt. Will wear it proudly.

Words simply cannot express my excitement at receiving our travel packet.  It arrived the Friday before I flew out and I was simple blown away by the quality of resources you and your team put together.  Receiving everything before I flew out gave Scott and I a wonderful holiday to look forward to!

• Tour Style STYLE Inn-To-Inn Base Camp Adventures Scenic Journeys
• Tour Region REGION Haute Route Swiss Cities Bernese Oberland Engadine Matterhorn Dolomites Mont Blanc
• Comfort Level COMFORT Classic Deluxe
• Tour Length Length 1-6 Nights 7-9 Nights 10+ Nights
• Activity Level ACTIVITY LEVEL Relaxed to Moderate Moderate to Challenging Challenging

Self-guided Classic Bernese Oberland Traverse

Our signature tour, this superb trip covers the most scenic and challenging sections of the Alpine Pass Route across the Bernese Oberland region.

• Self-Guided
• Inn-To-Inn ,
• Bernese Oberland
• 11 days, 10 nights ,
• $3690 Per Person ,
• $850 Single Room ,
• Jun 20-Sep 30, 2024

Self-guided Best of the Bernese Oberland

A great choice for anyone, and especially for early-season hikes, families, and people of varying abilities…

• 7 days, 6 nights ,
• $2790 Per Person ,
• $650 Single Room ,
• May 25 – Sep 30, 2024

Self-guided Deluxe Bernese Oberland Traverse

This deluxe tour covers the most scenic sections of the Bernese Oberland in style, with luxurious hotels and 1st class service.

• 9 days, 8 nights ,
• $4990 Per Person ,
• $1250 Single Room ,

Self-guided Classic Eiger to Matterhorn

Hike along the Eiger on a jaw-dropping inn-to-inn tour followed by 2 nights at the base of the Matterhorn.

• Multiple Regions
• $3990 Per Person ,
• $950 Single Room ,
• Jun 1 – Sep 30, 2024

Self-guided Great Hikes: Jungfrau and Matterhorn regions

Discover Mürren and Zermatt on this village retreat-based tour - two of the most stunning hiking destinations in Switzerland.

• Base Camp Adventures
• $3490 Per Person ,

Self-guided Classic Tour du Mont Blanc

Hike the self-guided TMB through France, Italy, and Switzerland - stopping at beautiful inns and enjoying unequaled variety.

• $4290 Per Person ,
• $1450 Single Room ,
• Jun 20 – Sep 30, 2024

Self-guided Classic Tour du Mont Blanc Express

• $3790 Per Person ,
• $1150 Single Room ,

Self-guided Deluxe Tour du Mont Blanc

Our deluxe, luxury version of the TMB features 5-star hotels, private transfers, and world-class hiking.

• $5990 Per Person ,
• $1950 Single Room ,

Self-guided Best of the Tour du Mont Blanc

For a quick trip to the Mont Blanc region, this half-TMB tour is a fantastic hike from Courmayeur through Switzerland to Chamonix.

• $3290 Per Person ,
• $1050 Single Room ,
• Jun 20 – Sep 1, 2024

Self-guided Great Hikes of Mont Blanc

Spend 6 days hiking quiet trails near Mont Blanc and exploring the wonders of Chamonix, France and Courmayeur, Italy

• $2690 Per Person ,
• $900 Single Room ,
• Jun 10 – Sep 20, 2024

Self-guided Classic Hikers Haute Route

The self-guided Hiker's Haute Route tour links Chamonix to Zermatt via a spectacular series of trails with high passes, quiet trails, and stunning views.

• 12 days, 11 nights ,
• Jul 1 – Sep 25, 2024

Self-guided Best of the Haute Route

This abbreviated Haute Route tour links Grimentz to Zermatt via a spectacular series of trails with high passes, quiet trails, and stunning views.

• $3390 Per Person ,

Self-guided Great Hikes of the Haute Route

Our Deluxe Haute Route Highlights is luxurious adventure, crossing numerous high passes from Chamonix to Zermatt.

• Base Camp Adventures ,
• $4090 Per Person ,
• Jun 15 – Sep 30, 2024

Self-guided Deluxe Haute Route Highlights

• 10 days, 9 nights ,
• $5290 Per Person ,
• $1650 Single Room ,
• Jul 1 – Sep 30, 2024

Self-guided Classic Dolomites Traverse

The otherworldly beauty of the Dolomites is on full display on this hut-to-hut hike from the Gardena Valley to San Cassiano

• Jun 5 – Jul 10, 2024
• Sep 1 – Oct 12, 2024

Self-guided Best of the Dolomites

This self-guided loop through the Gardena Valley is a gorgeous introduction to the Dolomites

Self-guided Deluxe Dolomites Traverse

Traverse the Dolomites in style, with luxurious 4 and 5-star hotels, private transfers, and gourmet meals.

• $5690 Per Person ,
• Jun 2 – Jul 10, 2024
• Sep 1 – Oct 4, 2024

Self-guided Great Hikes of the Dolomites

Explore the Dolomites of Gardena and Alta Badia, an inspiring landscape of enormous limestone towers, colorful wildflowers, and lush green meadows.

• $3690 June/Sep ,
• $4290 July ,
• $4890 August ,
• $1200 Single ,
• Jun 9 – Oct 12, 2024

Self-guided Great Hikes of the Engadine

With charming villages, abundant wildlife, and a slow, easy vibe, the Engadine is an excellent getaway to one of Switzerland's hidden treasures.

• $4590 Per Person ,
• $1200 Single Room ,

Self-guided Best of the Engadine

Combining dayhikes with a superb 2-day inn-to-inn trek, this tour explores the rustic, preserved beauty of Switzerland's Engadine region.

Self-guided Best of Switzerland by Train

Ride the rails on our Best of Switzerland tour, exploring three of our favorite locations in the Alps.

• Scenic Journeys
• Swiss Cities
• Jan 01 – Dec 31, 2024

Self-guided Deluxe Grand Tour

Stay in luxurious inns, enjoy classic train rides, and hike three of the grandest mountain destinations in world on this deluxe tour.

• Scenic Journeys ,
• 8 days, 7 nights ,
• $5390 per person ,
• $1400 Single room ,
• Jun 01 – Sep 30, 2024

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The European Alps aren’t just where you’ll find some of the world’s most famous peaks. It’s also where you’ll discover the charming villages, alpine valleys and extraordinary trails that lead you to them, or even around them.

Spanning over 1200km and through eight different countries, from Austria to Italy, a walk in the European Alps is on the bucket list of many travellers around the world. The Matterhorn Circuit, Tour du Mont Blanc, Haute Route, Bernese Oberland, the Alpine Pass Route, Dolomites, Pyrenees; these iconic walking routes are perennial A-listers on any keen walkers Top 10 to-do list.

The picture perfect alpine scenery of snow capped peaks and verdant valleys of the Alps, combined with the very distinct mountain cultures and cuisines of countries such as France, Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Germany and Slovenia attract thousands of walkers, and even armchair adventurers, between June and September each year, the best time to walk in the Alps.

Sitting on the Italian and French border is Europe’s highest mountain, Mont Blanc. From families to alpinists, the region is home to many walking opportunities and it is the most popular walking region in all of the European Alps.

Choose from a wide variety of alpine walking trip styles, ranging from introductory level to challenging, including self guided walks, guided group trips as well as family adventures.

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Our aim is to provide you with the most affordable and comprehensive range of European walking and cycling experiences in a style that allows you to explore Europe your way.

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Mont Blanc Highlights

This whole tour was excellent. Thank you for having me.

Trekking Mont Blanc

Amazing trekking through the alps. It was a challenge so be prepared! Our tour leader Diane was AMAZING. Everything was well organized and ran smoothly. Highly recommend if you like trekking.

Mont Blanc Explorer

We hiked the Chamonix to Chamonix in September 2018. The hike was strenuous and challenging at times. Our guide Tom was great at judging our progress and rest requirements. He was very knowledgeable and Safety was always his first priority. The mountain accommodation was bunks in dorms but all refuges were comfortable and the food was good. The two hotels were comfortable probably 3 star. This was our first g adventure trip and we would use the company again.

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Following are the things that should be included in your future offerings. - Tours should include some thrilling activities such as speed boat riding, 3D/VR experience, skydiving or other similar activities as an add-on options wherever available in the countries included in the package. This is because mere sightseeing and visit of cultural, religious and traditional places will add little to fun and thrill. - Hotels is the stay should be advised to ensure provision of basis necessities such as sleepers for washrooms, tooth paste. Hotels should also provide at least one or two Halal dishes to the people from Muslim countries.

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Contrasts of Switzerland (8 Days)

All of the hotels exceed expectations. Stephanie was a wonderful and amusing guide and we managed to see the highlights of the toor in reasonable weather

• €100 deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

The French Riviera - Monaco-Monte Carlo, Cannes, Nice, Antibes

Did the Euroadventures trip to the French Riviera for Carnival at the end of February. What a great trip! Had the owner of the company, Shaun, as our trip leader and he was fantastic. Showed us a ton of great sights in Monaco, Antibes, Nice and Cannes and recommendations for food and nightlife too. The Carnival parties were super fun as the streets were packed with the parade and floats. Really worth it going up in the carousel to get great views over the parade. Even though it was February, the weather was great and we even managed a few hours on the beach in Cannes (water was too chilly to swim though). We had an amazing all you can eat mussels dinner in Nice (local specialty being seafood of course), and all the food in general was fantastic. Overall the French Riviera is like a dream destination. So much to see and do in a small connected area with the cities and seaside towns. I really felt like we got to know the destination well even though the trip is just a 3 night weekend and that's thanks to everything Euroadventures showed us and the great itinerary!

Hiking in the Dolomites

Great value for money. Good tour guide. Excellent travel company. Some days the hiking was a bit light. Would have given it 5 stars if the hiking was every day. Also tourradar/intrepid could also consider providing a higher cost tour where we stay at different refuges every day. This will reduce the transportation constraints and time and increase the Dolomites amazing experience.

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Country Roads of Switzerland (Classic, 14 Days)

I was very pleased & enjoyed it very much

Prague, Munich and Austria ( 7 days )

It was fun but it could have been organized a little better. Some of the hotels could have been chosen better and more central to the town centers. John and Tony were wonderful tour guides and shared lots of historical knowledge regarding the sites visited.

A simply fantastic experience from so many perspectives. Andy was a brilliant guide… both in terms of hiking and integrating the group. The mountains were extraordinary. What an awesome landscape… and the hiking difficulties were challenging at times but not undoable. Came away with a great sense of achievement. Hoyle very comfortable. Good, solid Tyrolian food. Well organised and lovely company. Totally recommended.

• 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

Switzerland and Italy

I really enjoyed my holiday and I would like to say thank you to Wendy and the rest of the team. Whenever I needed something they were always available. I highly recommend booking your solo trip or family holiday with these guys. Thank you for everything ❤️

Scenic Switzerland by Train

Great organized your with excellent guide, 1st class train travel and good selection of hotels

Fall/Spring Swiss Alps Drive in a Porsche: Pre-set sat-nav guided

Where to begin?! When I discovered EpikDrives, I knew this would be the perfect surprise trip for my husband. Initially the packages and trip seemed “to good to be true” but Stephan was quick to respond to my 1,000 questions. We didn’t find many reviews which made me nervous but booked regardless and ARE WE GLAD WE DID! This turned out to be one of the best trips we have ever taken. Planning of the trip and booking was seamless. Stephan was so helpful and prompt with responses throughout the entire process from start to finish. Once we arrived in Switzerland, Stephan was waiting at the hotel with our supercar on arrival. We were impressed with the ease of everything! We would get into the car each morning and essentially hit “go” on the GPS. Easy GPS guidance to follow along with designated stops for sightseeing, coffee if needed, and re-fueling. We also enjoyed the binder that accompanied with printed out information of the itinerary for each day and description of the different sites or mountain passes. I would certainly give EpikDrives and Stephan a 10+ if I could and we will definitely be taking another trip with them in the near future. Thank you, Stephan, for such an incredible experience!

Self-Guided Hiking: Alpe Adria Trail - 8 Days

I travelled with my family to Slovenia with this company. We wanted a holiday in nature, with the possibility to do several outdoor activities. Everything was well arranged, the airport transfers and the guide. The accommodation was a lovely guesthouse just in front of the river, we Had a large clean Room with wooden furniture. One mention for the customers service, and for how the guide took care about our specific needs during the outdoor activities which Are really enjoyable and not too challenging. Highly recommend for an Active Holidays In Slovenia!

Slovenia Hiking: Alpe Adria Trail 5days- self guided

Everything is organised quite well, you get a hotel booked in each town and they transfer your luggage after you check out from each of them. You also get a dinner and a breakfast in each of the hotels but one(the one in Trenta - they have no restaurant). There was a tiny mix up with one of the hotels - where the name of the hotel we were informed about was different from what the travel voucher said, but Marco(who we communicate with via tourradar) helped us to find the correct one, even though our contact specified in the travel vouched was not picking up his phone. Perhaps because it was quite late - around 8pm, because in the mornings there was no issues reaching him. Also, if you don't feel like walking the whole distance you can ask them to transfer you half way or something like that, which we did on the 3rd day cause we were quite tired. But be sure to think about this in advance, before you take the trip. Overall - would recommend: hotels are good, nature is beautiful, the trails are not too difficult if you have some hiking experience. Just be sure to pack enough water because there is absolutely no water fountains along the trails, which we found weird, but I suppose you can drink directly from Soča river as it seemed super clean.

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Alps Giants Hiking Tour

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DURATION 5 DAYS DIFFICULTY MEDIUM PRICE No Standard Price for this Hike

•   Duration : 5 days
•   Difficulty : 3/5 (medium)
•   Recommended Seasons : Autumn - Spring - Summer - Winter
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•   Location : Aosta Valley
•   Area : Monte Bianco - Gran Paradiso - Monte Rosa and Matterhorn -
•   Tags : 4 days hike , 3 days hike , 4000 meters views , 5 days hike , autumn , children , cultural & historic places , difficulty 2/5 (easy hikes) , difficulty 3/5 (medium hikes) , difficulty 4/5 (hard hikes) , difficulty 5/5 (strenuous) , spring , summer , winter , ∆trekking peak

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Full Flexibility, Best Views of the Alps: Alps Giant Hiking Tour!

• Overnight Staying Details bed and breakfast/inns Highest Poing tbd Setting High Mountain Environment Special Features and Points of Interest Monte Rosa, Monte Bianco, Gran Paradiso, Matterhorn view Animals you may encounter Most probable: marmot – Possible : ibex, chamois – Rarely: Eagle, Wolf , Ermine and Fox Family Perfect for Families

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• 1 t-shirt per day
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How to plan a road trip in the Bavarian Alps

A week-long drive through the mountains of southern Germany takes in a range of architectural wonders.

While not as high or visually dramatic as some other sections of the European range, the Bavarian Alps come with plenty of charm. Cowbells resound across high pastures, wooden huts serve cold beer and turquoise lakes shimmer in the countryside below. There’s also, of course, a famous castle. Schloss Neuschwanstein welcomes huge numbers of visitors every year and fronts many a guidebook — and it has notably just undergone the largest restoration project in its 150-year history. Travelling from west to east, this road trip starts at the landmark before making stops at other impressive structures, notable buildings and feats of engineering across the region.

1. Schloss Neuschwanstein  

Kick things off at one of Germany’s most recognisable locations, the enchanting castle said to have inspired those featured in Disney’s Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty. The most extensive makeover to date, including meticulous work on paintings, furniture and a one-tonne chandelier, began in 2017 and is due to be completed this summer. Book onto a guided tour to see the results for yourself, then stroll to nearby Marienbrücke bridge for a view back at the turreted marvel.

2.   The Passion Play Theatre

For a scenic mountain route, drive via Plansee in Austria to reach Oberammergau. The village is adorned with murals known as Lüftlmalerei, including depictions of Hansel and Gretel and Little Red Riding Hood. But there’s another, different story this place wants to tell. Locals have been putting on a once-a-decade Passion Play, telling the story of the Crucifixion, for almost four centuries — a pledge once made to fend off the plague. The next performance is scheduled for 2030, but you can join a daily tour of the specially built theatre.

3.   Zugspitze Cable Car

Drive south to the island-dotted lake of Eibsee and the Zugspitze cable car. Its construction, which began in 2015 and took two years, was a veritable engineering feat: carrying up to 120 people each, its glass cabins glide smoothly to the 2,962m summit of Germany’s highest mountain in a matter of minutes. Buy a return ticket, allowing plenty of time to take in the panorama: on a clear day, you can see peaks as far as Austria, Italy and Switzerland.

4.   Tegernseer Hütte

Next, head east and get ready for a hike to the Tegernseer Hütte, a mountain hut perched between the peaks of Roßstein and Buchstein. First constructed in 1903, it was rebuilt in 1965 after a lightning strike. The quickest path takes two hours or less from the car park just west of Bayerwald, zig-zagging through forests, meadows and rougher terrain at the end. Alternatively, there’s a gentler three-hour option. Set off early to reach the terrace for lunch or book well in advance for an overnight and time without the crowds.

5.   Wendelstein Cog Railway

Continue along the shores of the Tegernsee and through Bayrischzell until you reach the village of Brannenburg. From here, hop onto one of the yellow carriages that shuttle visitors up and down the Wendelstein mountain. Built between 1910 and 1912, this high-Alpine rack railway was the first of its kind in Germany. Since modernised, it takes you over bridges, through tunnels, under galleries and around rock faces in around 25 minutes.

6.   Eagle’s Nest

Follow the road via Reit im Winkl to the Berchtesgadener Land, where the Kehlsteinhaus (nicknamed the Eagle’s Nest) was built atop a rocky outcrop as a retreat for Nazi leadership in the 1930s. Leave your car in Obersalzberg and take a designated bus up Germany’s highest road; a brass-lined lift inside the hillside will then take you to the site, now maintained as a restaurant. There are guided tours of the area to learn about its turbulent past, then end the trip exploring the wider Berchtesgaden National Park.

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Enjoy spectacular scenery—glaciers, waterfalls, plunging valleys—on a classic trek around the highest peak in the Alps

From atop Aiguille du Midi cable car (téléphérique) station, Chamonix, France. Photo by Tom Dempsey

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What really sets you guys apart—and we have been on a few other guided hiking tours—was that we had a feeling that we were a part of Alpenwild rather than just a hike. Both of our guides conveyed the organizational commitment that Alpenwild has towards its guests. - T. H. - California

The Most Popular Trek in Europe—Perfected

The Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) is the classic hike, circling Western Europe’s highest peak. It combines inspiring mountain scenery with cultural vibrancy in the alpine regions of France, Switzerland, and Italy, and their distinct yet intertwined cultures. No wonder it's the most popular trek in Europe.

No Shortage of Stunning Alpine Scenery on the TMB

It’s a challenging route, to be sure, but you’ll hike with just a light daypack, and in the company of an expert Alpine hiking guide. On our route we skirt some of the most impressive glaciers in the Alps; we wind our way through deep-cut canyons, and pass characterful alpine villages. Every day offers spectacular scenery and extraordinary mountain landscapes.

Accommodations Others Only Dream of. Fully Supported

What sets this itinerary apart from any other is our choice of superb accommodations. We avoid the overcrowded huts, gites, and auberges and stay in 3- and 4-star hotels (with one 2-star hotel) with private ensuite bathrooms. Most have a pool and spa facility that you'll be able to enjoy. Additionally, our trip is fully supported by daily luggage transfers, so you will have clean clothes waiting for you at each hotel! 

As with every Alpenwild trip, we seek out exceptional cuisine, which in this region means homey Savoyard dishes—potatoes draped in melted mountains of cheese, aromatic sausages, and crusty breads. We’ve searched out and uncovered some of the finest accommodations along the route—including hand-picked hotels and mountain inns, not offered by other operators. Many of the daily details of our route are exclusive to the Alpenwild experience.

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Our route includes a 2-night stay within the medieval town of Courmayeur, Italy. In Chamonix we stay in a 4-star in the pedestrian heart of this favorite mountain resort. And in the quaint villages in Alpenwild’s home base of Switzerland you’re sure to have an experience like none other.

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• Enjoy the trek to its fullest as you hike with just a light daypack while your luggage is transferred to the next inn, each evening
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We are Sergey and Simon, a Russian and a Frenchman, both  passionate about Moscow, Saint-Petersburg and classic cars. Together, we have created Put-in tours. Our goal is to help you experience Russian culture off the beaten path. Join us onboard our classic Soviet van and let’s get rolling!

In Moscow we offer you a city tour to discover most of the city in an original way as well as a night tour to admire the lights. Our pubcrawl is ideal to explore Moscow’s night-life and have fun. If you are craving to discover Russian culture, come impress your senses during our monastery diner or join our 100% Russian Banya Excursion . The latest will also bring you to Sergiyev Posad and it’s famous monastery!

For the most extreme travellers, our shooting tour will deliver your daily dose of adrenaline whereas our tank excursion will let you ride a real tank and shoot a bazooka.

We also offer help to receive your visa , safe and multilingual airport transfers , as well as organisation services for team-building events or bachelor parties .

All our excursions (but the monastery diner) happen onboard our Soviet military vans and can be covered by our  professionnal photographer or videographer.

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Best time to travel: June for the “White Nights” Best gateway city: Moscow and St. Petersburg, Russia Moscow and St. Petersburg Slide Show

Experience the art treasures of Moscow and St. Petersburg with guide, Amy Osaki. Begin in Moscow, continental Europe’s largest city, the seat of the government of Russia, and now home to over twenty billionaires! View iconic sites such as the Kremlin (which began as a fortress in the eleventh century), Red Square, and the sixteenth century St. Basil’s Cathedral. Then explore the art masterpieces at the Tretyakov Gallery, the National Museum of Russian Fine Art encompassing works from the eleventh to the twentieth century. Visit the Armory at the Kremlin filled with Imperial treasures including Faberge eggs once exchanged by the tsar and tsarina at Easter. Conclude your Moscow experience at the quiet seventeenth century Novodevichy Convent, one of many World Heritage sites included in the trip.

After a short flight, continue the trip with five days in St. Petersburg where you’ll be immersed in the opulence of Imperial Russia. Established by Tsar Peter I in 1703, St. Petersburg (known as Petrograd and Leningrad for most of the twentieth century) was the capital of the Russian empire for over two hundred years until the Russian Revolution of 1917. The Hermitage—said to be the largest art museum in the world with a collection of over three million objects housed in four main buildings—rivals the Louvre in Paris for both the quantity and quality of its treasures. Founded in 1764 by Catherine the Great, and open to the pubic for over two hundred years the museum is so vast that we’ll spread our visit out over several days and organize it by different themes. Also on the schedule is a visit to the Peter and Paul Fortress—the original citadel above the river founded in 1703—as well as some of the Imperial palaces in and around St. Petersburg such as Peterhof, a World Heritage Site. Peter I hired French architects to work on his many palaces, including Jean Baptiste Le Blond who worked with Andre Le Notre at Versailles. Consider enhancing your Russian experience by purchasing tickets to a performance—perhaps a ballet at St. Petersburg’s Mariinsky Theatre (also known as the Kirov).

Day 1 Overnight in Moscow Arrive in Moscow and transfer to your centrally-located hotel, your base for the next two nights. Enjoy an afternoon and early evening walk through Red Square (Krasnaya Ploshchad) past St. Basil’s Cathedral, and GUM department store all of which are back-dropped by the walls of the Kremlin fortress. Remember that we are here during the fabled “White Nights” when the summer days linger with light-filled evenings.

Day 2 Overnight in Moscow Within the walls of the Kremlin fortress, visit the Armoury Museum, one of Moscow’s oldest museums established at the start of the nineteenth century. The Kremlin Armoury was the royal arsenal; it produced and stored the weapons, jewelry and other regalia of the tsars. The museum’s collection encompasses four thousand items of applied art from Russia and elsewhere dating from the early fourth century to the twentieth century. Later in the day, visit the collection of masterpieces of the renowned Tretyakov Gallery. The Tretyakov collections were begun by the philanthropist Tretyakov brothers in the early nineteenth century. The gallery is recognized by many as a key repository of Russian art spanning the nation’s artistic tradition from early Orthodox icons to art nouveau, impressionist, and avant-garde works.

Day 3 Overnight in St Petersburg Enjoy a morning visit to the sixteenth century Novodevichy Convent named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2004. The convent’s name is sometimes translated as “New Maidens’ Monastery” to differentiate is from the convent within the walls of the Moscow Kremlin. Surrounded by white crenellated walls, this complex of churches has remained essentially intact since the seventeenth century. Here you’ll find the five-domed Cathedral of Our Lady of Smolensk with its spectacular iconostasis and the tall, red and white Gate Church of the Transfiguration which is often cited as a fine example of “Moscow Baroque” architecture. The neighboring Novodevichy Cemetery is the final resting place of the likes of Anton Chekhov, Sergei Prokofiev, Dmitri Shostakovich, and Boris Yeltsin. This afternoon fly to St. Petersburg, Russia’s second largest city situated on the banks of the Neva River where it empties into the Gulf of Finland.

Day 4 Overnight in St Petersburg Start of your exploration of St. Petersburg with a visit to the Peter and Paul Fortress, the original citadel of St. Petersburg. The fortress was built to the designs of the Swiss Italian architect Domenico Trezzini in the early eighteenth century. Trezzini’s Peter and Paul Cathedral dominates the fortress grounds and its iconic golden spire punctuates into the Baltic sky. Later visit the Yusupov Palace on the Moika, acclaimed as an “encyclopedia of St. Petersburg aristocratic interior design.” The palace was the home of the Yusupov family from 1830 and 1917 and was the place where Grigori Rasputin, a spiritual mentor to Tsar Nicholas II and the Royal Family in the early 20th century, was assassinated. A visit to the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood built between 1883 and 1907 rounds out the day. The church was built in “Russian Revivalist” architectural style by Tsar Alexander III in commemoration of his father, Alexander II. The church occupies a conspicuous location on St. Petersburg’s Griboedov Canal and contains 7,500 square meters of mosaics; the interior walls and ceilings are completely covered by mosaics.

Day 5 Overnight in St Petersburg Seeing St. Petersburg’s Hermitage Museum in a day would be like trying to see the Smithsonian in a day! Rather than a forced march through the galleries at a rapid pace, we will slow down and savor the masterpieces. Remember, there are nearly seven miles worth of exhibitions! Today we focus on “Imperial Russia,” touring the rooms decorated for members of the Russian Imperial Family and viewing the art they commissioned and collected. This is the art that influenced the style of the grand palaces of the era. View the Grand Suite of rooms, Peter I’s collection of gold, and the jewelers art owned by the Russian Imperial Family (including Fabergé eggs, gold and diamonds). Here, too, are the rooms of Catherine II and her son Paul I with their fifteenth to eighteenth century French paintings and sculpture (Poussin, Watteau, Fragonard, Chardin, and Houdon).

Day 6 Overnight in St Petersburg Return for a second dose of the Hermitage! Today is dedicated to the famous European masterpieces exhibited at the Hermitage. Feast your eyes on memorable works by Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, Tintoretto, Tiepolo, Velazquez, and El Greco. At the Hermitage, you can revel in Rembrandt; there are twenty of his works in the museum’s collection. After lunch, enjoy the eighteenth to twentieth century masterpieces of Monet, van Gogh, Gauguin, Rodin, Picasso, Matisse and Kandinsky. Digest the art and reflect on this unique collection of human creations. Consider an evening performance, possibly at the Mariinsky Theatre.

Day 7 Overnight in St Petersburg Journey by hydrofoil across the Gulf of Finland to experience Peter I’s palace at Peterhof, a series of palaces and gardens that evoke comparisons with Versailles which Peter visited in 1715. Begun in 1714 with the construction of the Monplaisir palace and expanded by later Imperial generations who added Rococo and Neo-classical elements, Peterhof is now a World Heritage Site. The creative mastery of architects, engineers, artists and craftsmen from throughout Europe is on display here and all is choreographed to celebrate water in homage to Peter, the maritime emperor.

Day 8 Overnight in St Petersburg Go behind the scenes with an excursion to the Hermitage Museum’s Staraya Derevnya Restoration and Storage Center on the right back of the Neva River north of Kamenny Island. This vast treasure house is only accessible by private tour. Later, travel to Vasilvesky Island across the river from the Hermitage to visit Menishkov Palace completed in 1721 and now the oldest stone building in St. Petersburg. Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening.

About your guide : Amy Osaki holds a master’s degree from the Winterthur Museum. She studied art at the Louvre Museum in Paris and worked as a museum curator for over a decade including six years at the Portland Art Museum. She is an award-winning art educator who has led art trips around the world for the last fifteen years with Walking Softly Adventures. Many of these trips were offered for graduate credit from Portland State University where she is an Adjunct Professor.

Resources for Further Learning

• Preview part of the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery at its website.
• Learn more about the Moscow Kremlin .
• Prepare yourself to experience the Hermitage . You can even shop on-line at the museum’s on-line museum store!

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Explore Smolensk on a Private Day tour (from Moscow)

• Transfer to and from train station
• Transportation by fast train to Smolensk and back to Moscow
• Transportation in Smolensk by car
• Museum entrance fees
• Should your hotel not be listed, You have to provide us with your hotel location so that we can arrange your pick up. Otherwise, we can not guarantee your timely pickup Pickup from your hotel at 6:15 am
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Infants must sit on laps
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
• You'll get picked up See departure details
• 1 Cathedral of the Assumption (Uspensky Sobor) Stop: 45 minutes See details
• 2 Smolensk Fortress Stop: 60 minutes See details
• You'll return to the starting point

• TravelSomeMore24 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Unique Authentic Russian Experience We had such an incredible experience. It felt like we were transformed into a different time. Our guide was so informative and gracious. We are so grateful for a unique experience and would absolutely recommend it to everyone. Read more Written July 21, 2021
• JulieArquette 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great day 😘 in Moscow We booked a one day your and were able to change the itinerary as we wanted to visit WW2 memoreal. Our guide was very knowledgeable and passionate and explained us a lot about Moscow life now and back to Soviet times. Loved our day, thank you, Mariya and all Read more Written March 5, 2020
• creitzy 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Guide Have used Anton 2 times now for different friends when they have visited Moscow.he is very knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and speaks very good English.i would recommend the metro tour and WW II museum. Thanks again Read more Written February 11, 2020
• JeffKuptchuck 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles This is definitely a unique experience After looking at all of the big cathedrals in Moscow and being rather overwhelmed this was a much more intimate and personal experience. It was great to be able to be there by ourselves and the monk that showed us around and Anton both were obviously very passionate about the monastery so you were able to understand much better what the various churches and icons meant to them The view from the bell tower was awesome even if the climb up took some faith! Dinner was very good except for my wife who doesn't like fish and that is all they eat at the monastery besides vegetables, but still very unique dinner. Read more Written February 9, 2020
• justinbM9877MC 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Sightseeing in Moscow over New Year’s Anton was great, very friendly, knowledgeable about local history as well as general Russian history, and had good recommendations for day trips that didn’t over-schedule. He was easy to work with and an excellent English-language speaker. Would highly recommend. Read more Written January 26, 2020
• TanechkaVas 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The whole day tour to Zvenigorod, the country side of Moscow, with Anton. We organized that tour from Australia well ahead of time, planning to visit Zvenigorod with big group of extended family and friends with teens as part of our New Year trip to Moscow. The communication with Anton, our guide, was excellent during the time since booking till the excursion day. The actual day was organized very good, taken into account mixed group of adults, born in USSR and kids, born in Australia. Anton organized our activities to be suitable for all of us. As adults, we were enjoyed country side during winter and Monastery's quietness and ability to jump to the cold "holy" water at one of the oldest Monasteries of Russia - Savva Storoghevskiy Man Monastery. That was the most amazing and nearly magical experience! Kids were enjoyed of snow and treats Anton provide for us, including buisquits and Sbiten'. We also visited very interesting Museum of Russian desserts and learn a lot about ancient russian sweets; have a look on our past in the Museum of USSR and bought some yammie things to enjoy later. In general we all agree that our tour to Zvenigorod with Anton was enjoyable and educational; well organized and unforgettable. We wish we would have more time there! We would recommend such trip to everyone wishing to see Russia's country side. Read more Written January 17, 2020
• GuidesAndGuides 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Loved this experience. Especially the hidden gems! Anton brought us around places which we couldn't have done it alone. I went with the family, my husband and two daughters and they enjoyed every minute. Anton was very attentive to our needs and have good connections with the local communities. We tasted delicious Russian lunch on this tour. We had a fun time painting our Russian dolls (matryoshka) and finished the trip with a great feeling of connection to Russian culture, tasty food, fantastic people and magnificent architecture.   Do not hesitate to book this tour. It is worth your money and time. It was a great day, Thank you Anton! Read more Written January 14, 2020
• 161sinemg 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles It was a very interesting experience This tour was the most exciting activity on our trip to Moscow. I would strongly recommend but climbing stairs was a bit hard. I will not forget all my life. Many thanks to our guide Hektor and Anton Read more Written January 7, 2020
• Mustafa19890 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Tour was amazing We had exceptional experience 45 meters deep underground. You really feel how it was to be in Soviet Union during the Cold War era, what were their fears Read more Written December 27, 2019
• yeatharhiu 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Unique Experience Victor is our English speaking guide. It's a small group tour so you dont have to worry about being left out. He took us down the bunker 43 meter down the surface, explained about the heavy doors and let us open them, kept us informed about its functions and introduced us whatever exhibits were left there. Very patient guide and informative tour. Sign up for it if you are in Moscow. Read more Written December 26, 2019
• NickRobson101 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles WOW. We absolutely recommend this tour! This is a tour for the senses and truly exceeded our expectations. There is an interesting balance of history, access you would not expect around a monastery, the visuals of the architecture and decoration, unique chance to observe the inner workings of the monastery, views from vantage points and the towers. Favourite parts included climbing the bell tower for the bell ringing and an exceptionally good meal. For something interestingly different that will add unique memories and experiences Read more Written December 20, 2019
• Loxiee 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The Highlight of our trip Elena, was very attentive and knowledgeable. She took us through the city as if she was a long lost friend. She made us not only feel comfortable in any way possible but she made the experience feel like a another day in our hometown. I am so happy to have met her, she was the highlight of our entire trip. Read more Written December 17, 2019
• Deryabayazit 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing and delicious We had great time, Anton showed us around Moscow local food, it was jus awesome. Tasty and a lot of fun!!! Read more Written December 14, 2019
• ShingoKamiki 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Interesting and delicious Had a tour and dinner inside the monastery with Moscow with Locals. It was a very interesting tour, a monk presented us the monastery, the temples, the bell tower with ringing bells. Amazing! And then we had delicious dinner with Russian traditional cuising, Lovely! Arigatou, Anton! Read more Written December 8, 2019
• Hideo_Aoki78 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Moscow is marvelous Good job, Anton! We were a group of friends from Japan and Anton did a great job, showing us Moscow. The metro is so interesting and important for local citizens, Red Square is amazing, St. Basil cathedral was iconic both outside and even more interesting inside. It was both interesting and educational seeing central Moscow streets. Anton managed to book us a table for lunch with delicious local food and he helped us with recommendations for dinner (booked is a table as well). Brilliant job, Moscow with locals! Read more Written December 1, 2019

Explore Smolensk on a Private Day tour (from Moscow) provided by Moscow With Locals