Trekking the Planet began with a dream: a 424-day, around-the-world expedition to promote K-12 geo-literacy.
During that journey, we explored 53 countries across six continents, seeking out the world’s most remote and unspoiled places. By minimizing flights and prioritizing local guides and public transport, we kept our footprint small and our experiences authentic. Along the way, over 50,000 students from more than 20 countries followed our path.
Today, our commitment to authentic, active, and sustainable travel continues. Our adventures have spanned the globe, including:
This year we will be trekking 340 miles in France, sampling five long-distance GR trails in four distinct locations.
Wherever the trail takes us, our goal remains the same: to uncover the cultural heart of a region while experiencing its natural beauty firsthand.
Dive into our journeys below, or explore the Our Adventures link above.
Our long-term travels have taken us to over 80 countries on six continents. While trekking we highlight the cultural and natural significance of the places we visit. Along the way, we have spoken to over 1,000 students in eight countries about the importance of geography.
Click below to learn more and view Our Country Capsules – videos, education modules, and dispatches by continent and country.
Brittany has over 1,650 miles of shoreline, and for our third trek in France we chose to roam along its Emerald Coast. Our trek on the GR34 would take us 50 miles over four stages, beginning from the city of Saint-Malo and ending at the island of Mont-Saint-Michel.
During our first five days of GR3 trekking we encountered numerous medieval chateaux. Even though we only had two days and 21.2 miles of hiking left, we had three more Loire Valley chateau visits planned. Each one would provide us with a unique glimpse into the culture and history of the region.
We chose to trek 88 miles of the GR3 through the heart of the Loire Valley, home to famous wineries and historic castles (chateaux). With hundreds of chateaux to visit in the area, it is no wonder that the valley and the river were registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000.
