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Top Hut-to-Hut Hikes for Adventurers

Hiking

Our guide to the top hut-to-hut hikes for adventurers will take you on a journey across continents. We'll explore the best trails, from the rugged peaks of the European Alps to the diverse landscapes of Tasmania.

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Sophia Treakle

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Former Professional Guide

Hi, I’m Sophia. I grew up in Western North Carolina, where hiking and running through the Blue Ridge Mountains became my happy place. After spending seven years guiding with Backroads Travel, I’ve had the chance to explore and lead active trips across the Alps, Scotland, and Hawaii. Whether you’re hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc, trekking the West Highland Way, or exploring the Southern Appalachians, I love sharing insights to make your adventure unforgettable.

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Kim Hagan

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Active Travel Guide | Trip Designer

Hi, I’m Kim! I bring decades of experience guiding and designing travel around the world—as an active travel guide leading hiking and biking trips across Europe, working at a scuba dive shop in Indonesia, and an international meetings and events planner. I’ve led travelers through Tuscany’s hill towns, the Swiss Alps’ hidden trails, Ireland’s coastal peninsulas, and Australia’s rainforests—and helped first-time adventurers feel at home around the world.

Today, I bring that wealth of experience into personalized trip design for travelers seeking deeper connection—to a place, to themselves, and to the spirit of exploration. Whether you’re planning a multigenerational journey, a solo trip for self-discovery, or your first big hiking or biking adventure, I’m here to help you feel prepared, confident, and inspired.

In addition to my regional expertise, I can also help travelers navigate broader Europe with ease—offering guidance on everything from hidden train routes to unforgettable local stops across the continent.

I also have a master's degree in nutrition and have a background in art, psychology,  and holistic wellness—which means I care deeply about designing trips that feel good on every level, not just the itinerary.

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Sherri Kyle

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Professional Guide, Trip Research & Design

Hi, I’m Sherri. For over a decade, I’ve worked in the adventure travel industry as a guide, trip researcher, and logistics planner. I’ve led and designed trips across Japan, Austria, Czech Republic, Canada, Mexico, and the U.S., with a special love for bikepacking and hiking. Whether it’s helping first-time adventurers or seasoned athletes, I love sharing insights to make outdoor experiences smoother and more rewarding.

The outdoors has been both my escape and my career. It’s where I challenge myself, find clarity, and explore new places—whether on foot, on skis, or on my bike.  But in my own time, I’ve also mapped out and completed multi-day to year-long bikepacking trips, always looking for the next challenge.

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