Walking The World

August 12-21, 2006

Land Cost: $2,995 U.S.
Single Supplement Rate: $550 U.S.
Trip Begins: Zurich, Switzerland
Trip Ends: Wengen, Switzerland
Lodging: Hotels/Inns
Difficulty: Moderate

Detailed Itinerary
What we Provide

Join us for an unforgettable journey through an enchanting world of alpine forests, rolling hills, crystal lakes, hanging glaciers and spectacular peaks. Switzerland indeed offers some of the most stunning scenery in Europe. Best of all, because of the many trains, cable cars, and other public transportation, the options for hiking are unlimited.

Charming accommodations in quality hotels, friendly locals, spectacular scenery, and quaint villages await us as we show you the best Switzerland has to offer!

This itinerary may be changed at the discretion of the trip leader.
( B = Breakfast included, L = Lunch included, D = Dinner included )

Adventure Trips: Switzerland

Pre-trip... We recommend that you plan to arrive at least one day in advance. Not only will you be ready and well rested, this allows you to explore some on your own. Pre-trip accommodation can be arranged for you if you need.

Day 1... Trip begins at 8:00 am after breakfast. We’ll experience Swiss scenery and efficiency as we travel by train to Zermatt, home of the fabled Matterhorn. There’ll be time to enjoy a short walk in Zermatt before settling in and getting acquainted. D

Day 2... Behold the Matterhorn: It is just as spectacular as the pictures you’ve seen. Today we’ll cable to Schwarzsee, just below the Matterhorn, and follow a trail around the Matterhorn’s base, then back through the small village of Zmutt for a bit of hot apple strudel. B, D

Adventure Trips: Switzerland

Day 3... This morning we board a train to Gornergrat, a high alpine area surrounded by glaciers and situated under the Monte Rosa. On our walk back to Zermatt, we’ll see lakes with crystal-clear reflections of the Matterhorn and sightings of wild ibex and marmot. This walk along a trail just above the Findelngletscher Glacier is incomparable. B, D

Day 4... A cable car will take us to Sunnegga for our walk to Rothorn, Findeln, Grunsee, and Riffelalp. We’ll treat ourselves to fruit pie and iced chocolate while we soak in the stunning Alpine views. B, D

Day 5... Today we move to Wengen, our home for the next five nights. Relax and enjoy the fantastic scenery! From here we’ll be able to explore many of the surrounding towns and valleys, including Grutschalp, Lauterbrunnen, and Grindelwald, all by public transportation. Enjoy a stroll around Wengen. B, D

Adventure Trips: Switzerland

Day 6... After breakfast we'll take the train from Wengen to Lauterbrunnen before boarding a cable car to Grutschalp. From Grutschalp we’ll walk along the valley ridge to the picturesque high alpine village of Murren and enjoy a picnic lunch in lush green meadows. After a short stroll around Murren, we’ll head up to Allmendhubel for our hike back to Grutschalp and along the way we’ll be treated to views of the massive, glacier-covered peaks of the Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau. B, D

Day 7... We’re off to Mannlichen Mountain today, via a cable car up the mountain backing up to Wengen. At the top, we’ll board the longest cable car in Europe for our trip to Grindelwald, then board another cable car to First for our walk to Bachalpsee and Bussalp. Bring plenty of film! B, D

Day 8... Our second trip to Mannlichen finds us taking a different route, this time walking to Bustiglen and Kleine Scheidegg and back to Wengen via Wixi. Lunch will be in Kleine Scheidegg, where the bratwurst and vistas of the surrounding peaks are unforgettable. Our afternoon hike provides outstanding views of the Jungfrau on our way back to Wengen via Wixi. B, D

Adventure Trips: Switzerland

Day 9... Free day. You’re free to use your rail pass to explore the surrounding towns or join our guides for a train to the Jungfraujoch. B, D

Day 10... Departure Day. Return to Zurich or other destinations. B

Walking The World Guide
Local Guide
9 nights lodging (double occupancy)
All ground transportation while on tour
All breakfasts and dinners
All admission fees to scheduled stops
Unique and original journal of your trip
Good fun, humor, and companionship
Rail Pass for the Trip

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Working with Sarah-Miles Clark at New Horizons Travel, 1-800-864-4364,
will assist both you and us in negotiating the best rates and in the overall coordination of your trip plans. If you choose to use another agency, we must receive a copy of your detailed travel itinerary with your final full payment 60 days in advance of the trip. This information enables us to meet you at the airport whenever possible and to see that you are returned conveniently for your departure.

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