Tim Burford

Tim Burford has written hiking guidebooks to many regions, from Romania to Argentina, and is the author of the authoritative Hiking Guide to Poland & Ukraine, published by Bradt, UK. When not writing or leading our hiking adventures in the mountains of Europe, he enjoys sailing and cycling. Tim holds a master's in French and Literature from Oxford and lives in Cambridge, England, but his great passion is for the mountains, trails, and cultures of Central Europe.

Upcoming Trips:

Tour du Mont Blanc, July 24-31, 2010
Hike to the Matterhorn, August 13-21, 2010
Mont Blanc to the Mediterranean, August 29-September 11, 2010

Client Testimonials:


Tim was a true gentleman. I enjoyed listening to his stories of hiking all over Europe and South America. I had no doubt that I was safe and secure, even in rough terrain. J. Ko, Glenview IL Tim Burford is a well traveled and knowledgeable leader and an asset to WT. We’d love to travel with him again. J. Rosbach, Bainbridge Island WA
Tim was an excellent leader. He was very attentive to those of us who were slower than the rest of the group. Carole McPherson, Santa Cruz, CA
Villages and Monasteries of Bulgaria Tim Burford is a well traveled and knowledgeable leader and an asset to WT. We'd love to travel with him again. Julie Rosbach, Bainbridge Island WA
Tour du Mont Blanc