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Intro Letter

Walking Adventures International had its beginnings over thirty years ago when my father George Friesen, a high school history and foreign language teacher, started organizing and directing tours to Europe. In 1988, he began to base all his tours upon the winning combination of travel and walking. This concept grew in popularity, and in 1992, I joined my Dad and helped expand Walking Adventures International to new areas of our fascinating planet.

When you visit a scenic or historic setting and see it from a walker's perspective, you get the full experience - all the sights, sounds, smells… the true essence. Imagine yourself walking and experiencing the tropical beaches and volcanoes of Hawaii, the fantastic scenery of our national parks, the blazing fall colors of New England, the fjords and waterfalls of Norway, Europe's smorgasbord of history and Alpine panoramas, or the down under hospitality of Australia and New Zealand. Walking Adventures International offers an up-close and personal style of travel to all fifty states of the U.S.A., all Canadian provinces and territories, and more than 40 countries worldwide.

Travel has enriched my life immeasurably and I invite you to peruse our website and imagine yourself walking the trails of the world with Walking Adventures. We welcome you to join us for more than just a walking tour!

Dan Friesen, President
Walking Adventures Int'l