Camino Frances Stage 4 – León to O Cebriero
If you want to experience some of the most picturesque and iconic scenery and towns on Spain’s iconic Camino pilgr…
Our International Mountain Leaders – Trekking in the European Alps
RAW Travel is proud that only fully-qualified International Mountain Leaders lead all our guided treks in the European A…
Walking Japan in Autumn
Koyo – meaning autumn-coloured foliage – draws a cult following all around Japan, where people follow the changing of th…
Renewal in Rishikesh – the birthplace of yoga
For any yoga devotee, a trip to the serene town of Rishikesh located in the foothills of the Himalayas beside the holy G…
Is Your Camino Calling?
“The call of the Camino” is a phrase that you frequently hear when talking to pilgrims. It starts with a prompting…
Walking the Camino in a Holy Year
The Camino de Santiago is a unique experience for any pilgrim but for those pilgrims who are taking a spiritual pilgrima…
When to Trek Japan’s Nakasendo Way
Japan’s Nakasendo Way can be walked year-round. There are four very distinct seasons. The best months to visit are…
The best time to hike the Italian Dolomites
Nestled in the heart of the Italian Alps, the Dolomites stand as arguably one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in t…
The best time to trek Mont Blanc
The European Alps summer hiking season officially starts in the second weekend of June and ends in the second last weeke…
Winter in Japan: Top 10 things to do
Winter in Japan is the season for magical hikes, snow festivals, snow monkeys, onsens (always!) and of course skiing. He…
Walking the First Stage of the Camino – St Jean Pied de Port to Roncesvalles
Walking the first stage of the Camino from St Jean Pied de Port in France to Roncesvalles involves hiking over the Pyren…
Tuscany’s Via Francigena – Walking Gambassi Terme to San Gimignano
There is something truly magical about a pilgrimage route – following in the footsteps of thousands of pilgrims on the s…