FieldHouse Adventures: International Hiking Vacations

FieldHouse Adventures: International Hiking Vacations International hiking trips for active travelers
Formerly DistantJourneys
www.FieldHouseAdventures.com

09/17/2026

Our co-owner Jenna Luberto recently walked the Haute Route with her husband on a 10-day self-guided hike from Chamonix to Zermatt. While she admits she might be biased, here's what she had to say about her FieldHouse Adventures experience.

"Chris and I walked the Haute Route a month ago. Chamonix to Zermatt, 9 days of hiking, around 86 miles, 30,550 feet of climbing. Self-guided, which is a fancy way of saying you are the guide; don't get lost!

I started calling it our adult scavenger hunt. The clues were a boulder the size of a Mini Cooper painted red and white, a signpost pointing 18 directions, and a bus that leaves without you if you go looking for coffee. We took the wrong fork a couple of times, forgot our lunches two too many times. And eventually we made it to the Matterhorn!

We also called our trip "Product Testing." And I would give this product an A+. The Haute Route is one heck of a product, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a bit of challenge with an endless supply of stunning scenery, oh, and amazing food at every stop. Walking this route challenged me and also reconnected me with a playful, adventurous side of myself. For ten days, my only responsibility was to walk, climb, be outside, and enjoy it. My cup is still overflowing."

We offer Haute Route itineraries for both guided and self-guided experiences. If you want to explore the magic of this trek for yourself, we are booking for 2027. Come see what Jenna found so inspiring.

09/12/2026

Hike Japan in 2027

One of our most popular itineraries, the Kumano Kodo explains slow travel better than any brochure copy could. Forest paths through cedar and moss, linking shrines, mountain villages, and onsen towns, walked with the same slow pace and intentionality that made them sacred in the first place. For over a thousand years, people have walked these same paths to the Kumano Sanzan, the three grand shrines where Shinto and Buddhist practice have long blended into one another, seeking purification and renewal with each step. This trip is an immersion in that same living tradition, one of only two pilgrimage routes in the world recognized by UNESCO alongside Spain’s Camino de Santiago.

Our spring trip has limited availability, and our fall trip is filling fast. Book today to experience these breathtaking pilgrimage routes.

Take some time to treat yourself.We ask a lot of our bodies day to day, especially when we’re outdoors hiking, walking, ...
09/09/2026

Take some time to treat yourself.

We ask a lot of our bodies day to day, especially when we’re outdoors hiking, walking, and exploring. Hard ascents and steep descents, long days above tree line with little to no shade, miles under our feet before the next stop. It’s deeply satisfying to move our bodies, but it can take a toll as well, so it's important to take a few moments at the end of the day or along the trail to practice some self-care.

Over the years, we’ve developed some routines that help us stay limber, rest easy, and feel our best on any adventure. Read our blog for a few tips and tricks to maximize your outdoor adventure.

09/06/2026

Another guided Tour du Mont Blanc trek is taking off today. This is our flagship trip, the one that inspired Distant Journeys 37 years ago. It has changed over the years, but the immense beauty of the mountains remains the same. This is a strenuous hike, with long days of hiking along rough terrain, but it's a path that inspires such a sense of awe; a true moment in time when we pause to appreciate the raw and powerful beauty of the natural world.

Here's a look back at some of our past TMB trips. Interested in joining us in 2027? Reach out today to see if a guided or self-guided hike is the right fit for you.

Change is the one constant in the world, and we’ve learned over the years that route knowledge has a shelf life. We walk...
09/04/2026

Change is the one constant in the world, and we’ve learned over the years that route knowledge has a shelf life. We walk our routes year after year to ensure the details stay true. This year, the people who plan, book and answer the phone here were on the Kumano Kodo in Japan, the James Herriot Way in Yorkshire, the Cotswold Way, Tour du Mont Blanc, and the Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt. The fall before that, three of us walked Alta Via 1 through the Dolomites.

Some of it was work. Most of it was the reason we do the work. Read our blog on why we walk our own routes year after year at the link in our bio.

We have a group out on the Haute Route right now, and the views are stunning. Glassy lakes that reflect the mountains mo...
09/02/2026

We have a group out on the Haute Route right now, and the views are stunning. Glassy lakes that reflect the mountains more clearly than any mirror, windswept passes, and mountains crested in fog. The Haute Route is a breathtaking trek that begins in Chamonix at the foot of Mont Blanc and winds its way through the Swiss canton of Valais, culminating at the foot of the Matterhorn in Zermatt, taking in what is thought to be the greatest collection of four-thousand-meter peaks in all the Alps.

This is one of our classic hikes, and we'll be offering it in 2027 as both a guided and self-guided trip. If you're interested in learning more, give us a call; we're happy to walk you through the details.

Packing for Shoulder Season There's still plenty of adventure to be had, but there's a nip in the air, and September is ...
08/31/2026

Packing for Shoulder Season

There's still plenty of adventure to be had, but there's a nip in the air, and September is nearly upon us. We're entering that time of year when morning temperatures can sink into the forties but afternoons are still hot and sunny. Read our newest blog on how to pack smart for the best fall hiking.

Spend 15 days experiencing one of Britain’s most inspiring long-distance walks, hiking approximately 130 miles. Alfred W...
08/24/2026

Spend 15 days experiencing one of Britain’s most inspiring long-distance walks, hiking approximately 130 miles. Alfred Wainwright’s walking routes run the breadth of England between the North Sea and Irish Sea and traverse three of England’s most celebrated national parks. Join us as we hike through this changing landscape, with it’s brooding crags and romantic lakeside villages. This is an Inn to Inn trip, so our evenings are spent in small hamlets and villages, staying in historic inns and bed & breakfasts with plenty of stops of afternoon tea and a pint in the local pub.

When we set out on the trail with a group of hikers, we leave as little to chance as we can. While Mother Nature always ...
08/21/2026

When we set out on the trail with a group of hikers, we leave as little to chance as we can. While Mother Nature always makes the executive decisions, we scout our trips well before we set out, so we can be prepared for whatever quirks we might find along the way. Our longtime guide Jay is exploring new areas in Iceland, discovering local hot springs, quaint seaside villages, black sand beaches, and powerful waterfalls.

Iceland is an enchanting landscape, full of isolated inlets, primal mountains, and lush green valleys. We're currently booking our 2027 itineraries. Reach out today to let us know if you're interested in learning more.

Meet the locals.The trails that we traverse, from the steep and rocky Alps to the bonny hills of Scotland, are full of w...
08/18/2026

Meet the locals.

The trails that we traverse, from the steep and rocky Alps to the bonny hills of Scotland, are full of wildlife. While we’re not always privy to the secret lives of the birds and bees, if we go slow and respect the landscapes we’re traveling through, we might be treated to some rare sights. Here are a few things to look out for on your next hike.

In the Alps, marmots are hard to spot, but easier to hear. They let out sharp whistles that echo across the mountainside, warning the colony of approaching hikers while chamois, a close relative of the mountain goat, scale near-vertical rock faces with an almost alarming ease. In the Scottish Highlands, it's red deer at dawn and dusk, grazing in the mist along the glens, and golden eagles patrolling above. In Iceland, coastal cliffs turn into puffin colonies in summer, and if you're moving quietly at the right hour, an arctic fox sighting isn't out of the question. And along Coastal Maine, ospreys dive for fish just offshore, while harbor seals occasionally surface to watch the hikers watching them.

It’s remarkable what you might see when you slow down enough to notice who else lives there.

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