7 Days Swiss Alpine Treks

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1 7 Days Swiss Alpine Treks Travel date 07 to 13 Sep 2019

2 TOUR INFORMATION INTRODUCTION Crisp snow-covered mountain tops would probably be the first impression spring to mind when thinking of Switzerland. The Swiss Alps are home to some of the most dramatic scenery in the world. Blessed with natural wonders, this journey offers you majestic mountains, deep gorges, green forests, picturesque lakes and more with our selected hiking trails. Enjoy the tranquillity of the Swiss Alps, jump in cable cars and enjoy the hustle free moments in the mountains and valleys with exclusive combination of extraordinary overnights in Relais & Châteaux Hotels. Besides walking along the natural sceneries, if you re looking for an adrenaline-filled experience, cross the record-longest pedestrian suspension bridge - the Charles Kuonen Bridge spanning 494 metres and hanging 85 metres above the valley floor below at its highest point. You can also take Europe s highest open-air cog railway to climb up to the summit of the Gornergrat and enjoy the panoramic view at the vantage point to overlook the Matterhorn. Switzerland is definitely an all year-round destination, pack your bags if you re ready to see the green side of the Alps. SPECIALS Tasting of the Glacier Wine that is only savoured in the Anniviers cellar, drawn directly from the barrel dates from 1886 Riding on train to Zermatt on first class Circular hike to the world-record holding the longest pedestrian Charles Kuonen Suspension Bridge Take Europe s highest open-air cog railway to climb up to the summit of the Gornergrat All meals & beverages included (except for premium wine & hard liquor); Small group size of maximum 16 people with 2 trekking guides; Tipping to Guide, Driver & Porter included; Accompanied by Scott Dunn Travel Concierge; Comprehensive Travel Insurance included ITINERARY DAY BY DAY Day 1 07 Sep (Sat) Arrive Zurich / Lenk Day 2 08 Sep (Sun) Lenk / Adelboden Day 3 09 Sep (Mon) Adelboden / Kandersteg Day 4 10 Sep (Tue) Kandersteg / Leukerbad Day 5 11 Sep (Wed) Leukerbad / Zermatt Day 6 12 Sep (Thu) Zermatt Day 7 13 Sep (Fri) Depart Milan DEPARTURE DETAILS Land Tour Price: Twin Sharing: S$ 10,688/- Single Supplement: S$ 3,088/- Airfare (subject to availability) Economy from S$ 1,758/- Business from S$ 8,258/- Deposit amount: S$ 2,000/- per person Registration Closing Date: 04 Jun 2019 or when tour is fully subscribed Early Bird Promotion: First 4 confirmed clients enjoy spa treatment voucher CHF 200 per person at Relais Châteaux Les Sources des Alpes in Leukerbad

3 ITINERARY DAY SEP (SAT) - SINGAPORE ZURICH LENK Flight: Singapore / Zurich SQ /0815 (12h 50m) Upon arrival, be met by your local guide and transferred to Lenk and check in to your hotel. After lunch, transfer to Col du Pillon (Glacier 3000) for an aerial ropeway to Scex Rouge. Discover the new must-see attraction in the region: the Peak Walk by Tissot (only suspension bridge connecting 2 peaks in the world). You can enjoy a breathtaking view on the Matterhorn, Mont-Blanc & Jungfrau. Transfer back to Lenk and enjoy a welcome dinner at the hotel. Accommodation: Relais & Château Lenkerhof Gourmet Spa Resort Meals: Lunch & Dinner DAY SEP (SUN) - LENK ADELBODEN Walking distance: 13.5km, 990 m 700 m Estimated duration: 5 hours Difficulty: Easy Start the day to hike via the Hahnenmoos Pass with a gentle walk alongside the Glisbach stream, through forest and moorland towards the famous winter sport destination - Adelboden. After lunch at the mountain restaurant, continue the hike to Geils and all the way to Adelboden. Accommodation: The Cambrian DAY SEP (MON) - ADELBODEN KANDERSTEG Walking distance: 17km, m m Estimated duration: 7 hours Difficulty: Difficult This morning we hike over the pass Bonderchrindi. You can catch glimpses on the peaks of the Jungfrau massif from afar in a series of steeper and flatter sections that should make the going comfortable. The Bunderspitz is a fantastic showroom. The all-round view extends from the fern peaks of the Blüemlisalp group over the triumvirate of Altel, Balm and Rinderhorn to Wildhorn and Wildstrubel. The dark cliffs of the Lohnergruppe provide contrasts. The difference in weather between the mountains and the valley at their foot can be quite surprising at times. After picnic lunch on route, we will take cable car ride from Allmenalp to the centre of Kandersteg with its picturesque chalets. Accommodation: Relais et Châteaux Wald Hotel Doldenhorn

4 ITINERARY DAY SEP (TUE) - KANDERSTEG LEUKERBAD Walking distance: 9km, 500 m 200 m Estimated duration: 3 hours Difficulty: Easy Last day of the hike would get start with cable car ride to Sunnbüel. Enjoy the scenic stroll past Daubensee and Arveseeli (2 little lakes) a perfect walk to enjoy nature in peace. Soon you reach Gemmipass. From here another cable car takes you down to Valais. Leukerbad of Valais is well known their thermal springs that has led to the development of spa and wellness tourism in the area. Upon arrival in Leukerbad, lunch at a local restaurant and enjoy a leisurely afternoon. Accommodation: Relais Châteaux Les Sources des Alpes DAY SEP (WED) - LEUKERBAD ZERMATT Enjoy a leisure morning and transfer to Grimentz to visit the wine cellar. We d have the chance of wine tasting the Vin du Glacier which cannot be bought. It is only savored in the cellars of the Anniviers, drawn directly from the barrel. The principle of the Vin du Glacier is simple: the barrels are never emptied. Every year new wine is added to the old. The wine in this larch-wood barrel dates from Zermatt is a car free village for its traffic is closed since 1961, our group will be transferred from Tasch by train with first class seating. Upon arrival, spend some time to explore the old village. Besides the hotel we spend 2 nights of stay, there are around 30 more ancient buildings show the traditional building style of the original Walser residents. The barns and grain stores, up to 500 years old, are a piece of living history and reveal how the mountain farmers of Zermatt once lived. It is a delight to walk along at any time with its bars, restaurants, boutiques, souvenir shops, bakeries and shops selling cakes and chocolates. Accommodation: Grand Hotel Zermatthof DAY SEP (THU) - ZERMATT Today you may feel free to go for either one of the options: 1. Full day tour to Gornergrat and Riffelberg Europe s highest open-air cog railway brings passengers direct from Zermatt station (1,620 m) to the summit of the Gornergrat, 365 days a year. The ride takes 33 minutes and requires a vertical climb of 1,469 m. The line leads over dramatic bridges, through galleries and tunnels, across forests of larch and Swiss stone pine, and past rocky ravines and mountain lakes. Continue the panoramic view by taking a cog railway to Rothenboden and hike to Riffelberg (approx. 1 hour). Take a cog rail way back to Zermatt.

5 ITINERARY 2. Circular hike to Suspension Bridge in Randa Take a train to Tasch on first class and transfer by coach to Randa (8 km by coach). The path begins at the Randa train station, where the Europabrücke signs point in the correct direction. Through larchwood forests and past the Hohtschugga viewing point, hikers reach the world-record holding Charles Kuonen Suspension Bridge. At 494 m, it is the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in the world. It takes almost 10 minutes to cross, swaying walkers are at the highest point: 85 m above the Grabengufer. After crossing, the path continues right back to Randa. Picnic lunch on route. Farewell dinner at hotel to enjoy the Alpine Gourmet. Accommodation: Grand Hotel Zermatthof DAY SEP (FRI) - ZERMATT MILAN SINGAPORE After early breakfast, transfer 3.5 hrs to Milan for flight to return to home. Flight: Milan / Singapore SQ / (12h) Arrive Singapore on day 8, 14 Sep (Sat). Accommodation: N/A Meals: Breakfast

6 PRICE INFORMATION Hotels Lenk : Relais & Château Lenkerhof Gourmet Spa Resort Adelboden : The Cambrian Kandersteg : Relais et Châteaux Wald Hotel Doldenhorn Leukerbad : Relais Châteaux Les Sources des Alpes Zermatt : Grand Hotel Zermatthof Land tour price per person Twin share Single Supplement S$ 10,688/- S$ 3,088/- These prices are based on minimum 10 people traveling together. Airline Singapore Airlines (SQ) Singapore / Zurich / Milan / Singapore Airfare price per person Economy Class S$ 1,650 + S$ 108 (taxes) = S$ 1,758/- Business Class: S$ 8,150 + S$ 108 (taxes) = S$ 8,258/- Airfare & Taxes are calculated as of 08 Jan 2019 and subject to change & availability. Should you wish to explore alternative flying routes, do consult our friendly consultants. COST INCLUDES Accommodation on twin or double sharing basis; Professional English local guide throughout the trip; Transfers as stated; Meals as stated including beverages (except premium wine & hard liquor) Entrance fees where applicable; Tipping to Guide, Driver & Porter; Service of Scott Dunn Travel Concierge; Comprehensive Travel insurance; COST EXCLUDES International Airfare as quoted above; Visa fee (if any); Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, bar bills and etc.