After two relaxing nights in the resort village of Champex, Switzerland, we were anxious to tackle the homestretch of the Tour du Mont Blanc.
A July trek along Europe’s Tour du Mont Blanc found us picnicking in some pretty spectacular settings. The Col Ferret, a climb up to 8,169 feet, forms border between Italy and Switzerland, and provides a spot for a well deserved rest.
Light and shadow create a beautiful contrast along the Tour du Mont Blanc.
Most of the cattle ignored us, used to the steady stream of trekkers along the trail. One curious cow posed for a snapshot as we traversed the hillside.
Growing alongside the trail, this tree bears the unfortunate scars of numerous passersby.
My husband and I write a travel blog together, carryoncouple.com and we recently completed a countdown of our 2018 top 10 photo picks.
Now we want to hear from you. No cash, no prizes…just a chance to share your opinion. Check out the link below to see a recap of our 2018 favorites, then choose choose yours.
Leave your numbered choice in the comments section and we will announce the results this Friday, December 21.
The Island in Time Trail winds through the floor of Blue Basin canyon in John Day Fossil Beds National Monument in Oregon.
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