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Switzerland

The Val d'Anniviers 2008

The beautiful Anniviers Valley is situated on the River Rhone's left bank in the middle of the French speaking Canton of Valais. The area's natural beauty ranges from the untamed River Rhone itself, up the slopes of the planted vines and sunny hillsides with their vineyard panoramas to the Nature Reserves, deep gorges and the lofty snow-capped mountains above. The walk begins in the pretty town of Sierre and follows the valley to Zinal stopping in alpine villages along the way before returning via Vercorin to Sierre - all the time surrounded by magnificent snow-capped peaks.

PRICE

• £395.00 per person (6 nights) sharing a double/twin room staying 4 nights in two star hotels and 2 nights in 3 three star hotels.
• £425.00 per person sharing a double/twin room staying in three star hotels.
• Single supplement £10.00 per night

N.B. From 16th July until 25th August there is a supplement of £45.00 per person staying in 3 star hotels and £35.00 staying in a mixture of 2 and 3 star hotels.

INCLUDED

6 nights accommodation in a double room, full board (breakfast and dinner and picnic lunches in traditional alpine hotels in the villages), luggage transfers each day (one bag per person - additional luggage 9 Swiss Francs per day per bag to be paid directly to the luggage handler), Hiking map of the Val d'Anniviers. Vouchers for 2 bus journeys.

NOT INCLUDED

Transportation to/from Sierre, drinks  and personal expenses.

Departure dates 2008:

Daily according to accommodation availability from early June to late October



To book email: walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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ITINERARY

 

Day 1: Arrive and overnight in the picturesque town of Sierre / Salgesch, city of the sun! If you have time you may decide to follow the wine trail, from the Villa Chateau in Sierre to the Wine Museum in Salgesch. Along the way special boards provide information on cultivation and the different varieties of grape such as Amigne, Arvine, Chasselas, Humagne, and Pinot Noir; or you may prefer to save the walk for the last day when you return to Sierre.

Day 2: Sierre / St Luc: A short local bus journey takes you to the famous Porchet trail up to Chandolin, nestling on the south-west slope of the Illhorn at 2000m altitude. Continue to St Luc at the foot of the Bella Tola. Overnight St Luc.

Day 3: St-Luc / Zinal: Walk along the second part of the Sierre / Zinal route passing the beautifully situated Hotel Weisshorn to the head of the Navizence Valley - this is the departure point throughout the year for climbers seeking to conquer the Valais 4000m summits. Overnight Zinal.

Day 4: Zinal / Grimentz: As you walk to the Corne de Sorebois you get unique views over the whole valley. When you reach the Moiry Dam you will discover the true significance of the name 'Anniviers', which comes from the latin 'ad nivers' meaning 'towards the snow'. Overnight in the pretty village of Grimentz famous in the area for its typical architecture.

Day 5: Grimentz / Vercorin: Vercorin looks like an eagle's eyrie perched on the left slope of the Valaisan Alps. It offers a magnificent view across the valley to the Rhone, over vineyards, forests, pastures and finally taking in the impressive panorama of the Bernese alpine chain.

Day 6: Vercorin / Sierre: Enjoy the welcome shade of the forests on the north-facing slopes as you return to Sierre, the city of the sun. Overnight Sierre / Salgesch.

Day 7: Departure

SUGGESTED EXTRA OPTIONS

We can arrange for extra nights anywhere along the route with suggested walks from many places. For example in Vercorin it is possible to spend an extra day and take the cable car to Crêt du Midi (2336m). From here you can walk along the beautiful "Vallon de Réchy" back to Vercorin.

 

DIFFICULTY OF WALK

Moderate: You walk each day between 3 and 6 hours along good way-marked paths. The first day you walk uphill to 1500m, other days you walk from a height of between 1600m and 2800m. It is possible to take a cable car sometimes if you wish to avoid the uphill walk. However these are not available for the entire route. It is possible to take a local bus to cut out a day's walking if you wish and then walk locally.

GROUP SIZE

For 2 or more people.

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HIGHLIGHTS

Magnificent mountain scenery with pleasant temperatures. Excellent, spotless hotels. 

If you have attended this walk previously We would love to hear your personal highlights. Mail Us

WEATHER

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ACCOMMODATION & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCOMMODATION

Traditional Alpine hotels in either 2 and 3 star hotels or 3 star throughout

GETTING THERE

Nearest airport is GENEVA. By train to Sierre from Geneva - journey approx. 1 hour 30 minutes.

WHAT TO TAKE:

Sturdy walking boots and walking socks (with a change of socks in rucksack), rucksack/day pack, swimming costume, 1 x water bottle with 1 litre capacity, insect repellent, sun glasses, sun hat, sun block/cream, compass, torch and a first-aid kit.

WHEN TO GO
Early June to late October

INSURANCE

We recommend that you take out appropriate holiday insurance covering you against illness, injury, and loss or damage to luggage. This insurance should also cover the possibility of your having to cancel your holiday for whatever reason.

To book, contact worldwalks  at:
email:walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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