Last April, Zephyr hosted journalist Alexei Dmitriev on the Peru: Classic Inca Trail & Machu Picchu Trek Adventure. He has since written about his experience in frankly, one of the most eloquent travel stories we have read about the Inca Trail and Peru. Here is an excerpt of his writing: “Moss-fringed tree branches fade into Continue Reading →
Category: Hiking & Trekking
20th Anniversary Sale – Now Through Jan. 31st!
Join us in celebrating Zephyr’s 20th anniversary! Starting out as the world’s first inline skate tour company, we’ve expanded over the years to include hiking, biking, kayaking, horseback riding, snorkeling, and more. We’ve loved every minute of the past twenty years and are looking forward to sharing many more incredible experiences with you – let’s Continue Reading →
Portugal: The Living Embodiment of a Dream Come True
I will never forget the year I chased fall to the end of November while traveling through Portugal. As a Montana native, I expect snow in October, every year. Perhaps that is why my memories of my time there are so special to me. Or perhaps it is just Portugal’s beauty, Vinho Verde, salty sea Continue Reading →
Paying It Forward: Traveling to Support Study Abroad
Travel is essential to being a well-rounded and conscious citizen of our world. Even if you just drive a few hours away from your home, there are a limitless number benefits to getting out of your comfort zone and exploring somewhere new. Over the past few years, Zephyr has been working with the University of Wisconsin-Stout Continue Reading →
What You Need to Know About Trail Etiquette
Though most major trailheads will have rules and regulations posted on a sign or message board, there are a number of unwritten rules of trail etiquette that every hiker or camper should be aware of. These etiquette rules are there to not only ensure that we stay safe and do the least amount of damage Continue Reading →
Don't Wait – Make the Remarkable Journey and Travel to Bhutan
This post was written by Michael Keys, a Zephyr guide and the husband of Zephyr’s Head of Operations, Kris Keys. Michael joined Kris – who was the trip leader – in Bhutan last fall as a tour guest, and will be returning this coming fall as the Zephyr trip leader. When Kris told me that Zephyr Continue Reading →
An Open Invitation to Explore Your Love of Italy
Buongiorno fellow travelers, lovers of wine, diners of homemade pasta, and of course, those thrill seeking, bike riding, old souls that feel at home where I do, in my beloved Italy. There is a reason Italy historically ranks as one of the top 5 travel destinations in the world each year. This country has given rise Continue Reading →
How to Travel the World with a Carry-on
Woohoo! You got to your flight on time, spent a few hours in the air, and officially made it to your destination … but unfortunately, your luggage didn’t. Nothing puts a damper on a trip faster than damaged, lost, or stolen luggage. Keep reading for tips from one of our awesome alumni, Bettina Gyr, on Continue Reading →
Exploring Cinque Terre – A True Historical Delight
Known for its slow pace, breathtaking sea views, and lovely and antiquated architecture perched on impossible peaks, Cinque Terre is a little slice of heaven for many a traveler. Kerry Dopler, one of our bright and friendly guides, will be co-leading (along with Giovanni) a group of adventurers on the Tuscany & Cinque Terre Bike Continue Reading →
The Best Travel Gear for Your Next Trip (Continued)
A few months back we wrote a post about The Best Travel Gear for Your Next Trip by asking the Zephyr team what items they couldn’t live without while guiding our tours. Since then we’ve had a few other conversations both with our team and with our awesome network of fellow adventurers on social media. Continue Reading →