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Switzerland 2008

The Jungfrau and the Bernese Oberland- a self-guided walking holiday

The Bernese Oberland, together with the mountains Eiger, Moench and Jungfrau, is one of the most spectacularly beautiful regions of Switzerland. It is hard to beat the combination of snow-capped mountain peaks, fresh air, summer heat, jagged rocks and lush rolling green hills. Without diminishing the beauties of other mountains, the Jungfrau is a unique harmony of forms and dimensions and its structure of rare variety. The region covers the southern part of the canton of Bern.

PRICE

• £495 per person, sharing a double/twin room and staying in two to three star hotels.
• Single supplement £50.00 per person

INCLUDED

5 night accommodation in a double room. Full board (breakfast, dinner and picnic lunches). Daily luggage transfer (one bag per person - additional luggage CHF 10.-- per day and per bag to be paid directly to the luggage handler) Hiking itinerary. Transportation vouchers.

NOT INCLUDED

Transportation to/from Interlaken, drinks and personal expenses.

Departure dates 2008:

Every Sunday from 11th of May until the 26th of October.



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

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ITINERARY

 

Day 1: Arrival in Interlaken for overnight.

Day 2: Hike to Wilderswil, then through the valley to Lauterbrunnen. Average hiking time: 3 hrs. Overnight accommodation in Lauterbrunnen.

Day 3: A hike along the Gruetschalp above Lauterbrunnen and on to Muerren, the highest car-free health resort in the Bernese Oberland. A ride on the Schilthornbahn cable car to Stechelberg and back to Lauterbrunnen. Average hiking time: 5 hrs. Overnight accommodation in Lauterbrunnen.

Day 4: A ride with the Jungfrau railways to Wengen and a hike over the Kleine Scheidegg with its spectacular view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, then on to Grindelwald. Average hiking time: 4 ½ hrs. Overnight accommodation in Grindelwald.

Day 5: Discovering gorges and waterfalls while taking the mountain trails through the wildly romantic Rosenlaui Valley. Relaxation and rejuvenation are guaranteed! Average hiking time: 4 hrs. Overnight accommodation in Meiringen.

Day 6: A hike through valleys and over hills to the open air museum Ballenberg, then on to Brienz, the largest settlement on Lake Brienz. Average hiking time: 3 ½ hrs. Return to Interlaken by train. Departure.

DIFFICULTY OF WALK

Moderate: Between 3 ½ and 5 hours of daily walking along well marked paths.

 

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HIGHLIGHTS

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WEATHER

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ACCOMMODATION & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCOMMODATION

Traditional hotels

GETTING THERE

Nearest airport is Bern/Belp. Travel time from there to Interlaken by train is approx. 1 hour.

WHAT TO TAKE:

Sturdy walking boots and walking socks (with a pair of extra socks in the rucksack), rucksack/day pack, swim suit, water bottle, sun glasses, sun hat, sun block/cream, rain coat, a warm jacket and a first-aid kit.

 

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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