Guided Trekking Holiday - Swiss Alpine Crossing I
from Central Switzerland to the Matterhorn State
The first part of the crossing from the Carnic Alps follows the trail of the historic pack train from Lucerne to Obergesteln in Goms. To walk along this dream route is an expression of a sense of living - who does not dream of crossing this huge mountain range under their own steam, passing historic locations on the way? This comfortable trek on good paths is a good one for the average trekker to master.
Departures 23,30 July, 6, 13 August
Day 1
Individual arrival in Lucerne
Evening at leisure
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We will arrange your travel from the UK to Zurich airport where you will transfer to your accommodation in Lucerne
Accommodation in a family run hotel
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Day 2
Lucerne - Engelberg
Walking time approximately 4 hours
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Meeting place is at the railway station in Lucerne. Rail, post bus and cable car journey to the Bannalp. An immediate titbit is our walk along the Walen Path with spectacular views.
Accommodation in a family run hotel in Engelberg
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Day 3 - 7
From canton to canton
Walking time approximately 4-5 hours
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From the monastic village of Engelberg we walk along the legendary Lake Engslen. We then come across the trails of the former pass crossers on their route to Grimsel - ultimately ending Goms in Obergesteln as the first part of the Walser colonists in the indigenous land. On route we are impressed not only by the noble mountain environment, but also by the drovers bridge at 1,720 metres above sea level - which with its 102 metre span is the highest situated suspension bridge in Europe. The alpine flora and crystal clear, deep blue mountain lakes can be seen.
Accommodation in mountain cabins
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Day 8
Grimsel Pass - Obergesteln
Walking time approximately 4½ hours
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Our final walk from the Grimsel pass leads us down comfortably in wide sweeping curves, through light larch woods to Goneri, the young Rhone and on to Obergesteln. Individual extra time in Obergesteln or journey on to Zermatt, home of the Matterhorn.
Accommodation in a family run hotel
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Day 9
Onward journey or return home
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We arrange your return travel back to the UK.
Alternatively you could continue onwards to another resort to enjoy Switzerland at your own pace, before travelling back to the UK.
Guided hiking holidays
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Your holiday prices includes
9 day hiking holiday from £1,694 per person
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- Return scheduled flights from the UK to Zurich
- Return transfer to your guided activity
- 8 nights half board accommodation in hotels/cabins including 5 picnics and 1 lunch.
- Rail and cable car trips (half fare card)
- English speaking guides
- Extensive travel documentation
Additional stays may be arranged
lunch is not included
Subject to programme changes! - Depending on the weather and travel groups, hiking times may vary.
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