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Walking and E-biking in the Swiss Alps (Walking Tour)

Summary:

In the heart of the Bernese Oberland lies the pretty village of Kandersteg, where the great arc of the Alps culminates in some of its highest and most spectacular peaks.

Duration
8 Days
Next Departure
24-May-2025
Starting at
± EUR 1,859.00
Price per day
± EUR 232.00
Tour Type
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Operator
Exodus Adventure Travel
Tour
Walking and E-biking in the Swiss Alps
Travel Style
Walking Tour
Age Group
16 - 99 Years
Categories
tour category: Boattour category: Bicyclingtour category: Walkingtour category: Naturetour category: Train
Map: Walking and E-biking in the Swiss Alps (Exodus)

Summary

In the heart of the Bernese Oberland lies the pretty village of Kandersteg, where the great arc of the Alps culminates in some of its highest and most spectacular peaks.

Day 1
Arrive Kandersteg
Day 2
Sudrampe Walk
Day 3
Gasterntal Valley By E-Bike
Day 4
Oeschinensee Walk
Day 5
Blausee Blue Lake Walk
Day 6
Gemmi Pass By E-Bike
Day 7
Ueschinental/Allmenalp By E-Bike
Day 8
Depart Kandersteg

Details

Awe-inspiring and dramatic, the area epitomises the 'chocolate-box' Alps: lush green pastures and lowland slopes carpeted bright with wildflowers against a backdrop of rugged mountains - all topped off with sun-glistening glaciers.On this 7 night holiday you can explore the best the region has to offer on foot and by e-bike. This single centre holiday is totally flexible, we have suggested an itinerary for you but on this holiday you are free to pick and choose where you walk and cycle each day. A stay here uncovers the very best of the region: on foot the stunning Oeschinensee mountain lake enclosed by towering cliffs, the Sudrampe; high above the youthful river Rhone passing tradtional Swiss chalets along a fertile valley and superb railway engineering with impressive viaducts tunnels and bridges and an easy stroll to the beautiful Blausee Blue Lake. You can use the extra power that the e-bike has to offer to discover the hidden Gasterntal Valley with its glacial meltwaters thundering down a narrow gorge, the glorious Gemmi Pass crossing the swiss counties of Bern and Wallis before reaching the crystal clear waters of Lake Arven and Daubensee Lake and the spectacular views of the Bluemlisalp mountain range.Did we mention the spectacular views? One moment you will be spellbound by the glacial legacy, whilst in another it will be the cobalt blue of the Oeschinensee that will take your breath away. Woodlands, pine forest and open meadows are decorated with lady slippers, fire lilies and more than 25 varieties of scented orchid, where you walk to the the tuneful ringing of cowbells. With the company of the occasional swooping eagle, it is easy to feel on top of the world.

Highlights

  • Excellent walking and mountain biking made easier with E-bikes on this Swiss Alps multi activity holiday.
  • Natural beauty at its finest, snow-capped mountains, beautiful glacial lakes, Alpine green slopes and meadows.
  • Excellent family run hotel with new spa and sauna facilities, heated indoor swimming pool.
  • Delicious high quality meals; plentiful breakfast, picnic or light restaurant lunches and 4 course dinner included every day.

Included in Price

  • All meals are included throughout the trip, including picnic lunches. For dinner enjoy regional dishes and fine wines in Nico's restaurant. At the beginning of each set of notes we advise on the lunch situation and suggest good picnic spots. You can obtain supplies daily from the hotel's picnic buffet or you can return to the hotel for a light lunch. We suggest you to carry 1-5 litres water per person, there are often benches for resting and admiring the views. There are also mountain restaurants with sun-trap terraces. With such a mixture of language and tradition co-existing in such a small country, it is no wonder that there are so many regional dishes. In the Bernese Oberland, Austrian and German influences predominate; gastronomic local delicacies include geschnetzeltes Kalbsfleisch (veal in a rich cream sauce), Kandersteger Bratwurst au Mad re-Jus (roast sausage with a Madeira sauce), Lammbraten gefüllt mit Kraütern (herb roasted lamb) and smoked pork with sauerkraut, and a selection of colourful salads. Typical desserts include Caramel-Birne mit Rum-Sabayon (caramelised pear with a rum sabayon) and Aprikosen-Symphonie (apricot gateau).
  • 7 nights single-centre accommodation in a hotel
  • Management by local hotelier
  • Route directions and maps
  • High quality Electric bikes (age restrictions apply)
  • Kandersteg Guestcard - discounts at local sites and attractions
  • Regional travel pass for use of local buses and cable cars

NOT included in price

  • Travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)

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