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Walking in Switzerland 3Rd July 2019 8 Days from £1495Pp* Walking in Switzerland 3rd July 2019 8 Days from £1495pp* Join David in beautiful Wengen, a peaceful village with majestic mountain views. A walker’s paradise, with Alpine trails and wildflowers right on your doorstep. Exclusively Regent Tour Itinerary 4* Hotel Silberhorn, Fully escorted by David Barrett Wednesday 3rd July 2019 Wengen, Switzerland (subject to minimum numbers) Our 4* hotel is located in the peaceful We take an early flight from Manchester this morning, arriving in Zurich village of Wengen, a sunny sheltered Return Economy flights from mid-morning. Transfer to Wengen and our comfortable hotel, the 4* Manchester airport to Zurich terrace below the Jungfrau, Monch and Hotel Silberhorn. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to relax. (D) Eiger mountains. Virtually traffic-free, enjoy 7 nights’ Half Board stay at a serene escape. 4* Hotel Silberhorn in Wengen Thursday 4th July - Tuesday 9th July 2019 plus free daily packed lunch David will lead a programme of walks exploring beautiful Switzerland. Bedrooms: En suite rooms (bath over shower) have modern amenities and fridge Optional excursion available details Based in the Alpine village of Wengen, known for its traditional timber to be advised nearer date of departure) or mini-bar. Standard rooms face north over chalets and epic glacial landscapes, we will enjoy magnificent views Free Half-Fare Travel Card worth the Mannlichen mountain. Superior & over £100pp - Save up to 50% of the Jungfrau, Monch and Eiger mountain ranges. Wengen sits on Single rooms are south-facing with balcony. on the Swiss Transport Network a natural plateau above the Lauterbrunnen Valley, with stunning including cable cars, mountain views of snow-peaked mountains and the deep valley, known as railways, steam boat & buses ‘The Valley of 72 Waterfalls’. This mountainous region is home to Facilities: Variety of dining options Executive coach transfers to some of the most spectacular scenery in Switzerland, with a good including lounge and bar. Indoor jacuzzi, Manchester airport from local steam bath, sauna, hair salon wellness departure points, £45pp selection of varied walking trails, cable cars and the Wengernalp mountain railway. Enjoy flower-filled meadows and meandering pine area and spa treatments also available Travel insurance and currency (selected facilities at additional expense available in-store forests. Further details of these walks will be advised in July 2018, but payable locally). Lift serves all floors. we aim to have at least 2 full day and 2 half day walks, with 2 days at Regent Walking leisure. We will also offer an optional excursion on our free day (at Guided walks consist of 3-5 hours of additional expense, details to be advised nearer date of departure). easy to moderate walking over Breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon tea and biscuits and evening *£203pp Superior Twin/Double Room varied terrain. Walking distances Supplement (South Facing with Balcony) range from 4-8 miles per day. This buffet meal all included daily. (B,PL,D) tour is suitable for people with a **£245pp Single Room Supplement Wednesday 10th July 2019 (South Facing with Balcony) good level of fitness and stamina. Regent walking tours are unsuitable Say goodbye to scenic Switzerland as we take an early evening flight PLEASE NOTE - A Tourist Tax of €2-5 per for those with mobility difficulties, and from Zurich, arriving back in Manchester this evening following a person, per night is applicable, payable Regent must be informed if health fantastic walking week! (B) directly to your hotel on location. Details to declines over the booking period. be confirmed nearer departure date. A deposit of £200pp is required to reserve your place on this tour FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS DEPARTURE PLEASE CONTACT:- Regent Tel 01785 818202 [email protected] www.regent-travel.co.uk 63 High Street, Stone, Staffordshire ST15 8AD Regent act as Agent for Inghams (ATOL 0025, ABTA 4871), and bookings are all subject to their booking conditions. Please see their current brochure for details. All UK transport provided by Regent (ABTA 89283) and their suppliers. Itinerary details & prices correct at time of going to print, but are prepared in advance and are subject to change. Regent reserve the right to make changes. Final prices are not confirmed until flights are issued approx. 11 months prior to departure date. Prices subject to fluctuation until this time, when Regent will re-confirm all flight details, prices and available flight upgrades. From 1st January 2018 Regent do not accept credit cards as payment. Regent Travel are GDPR compliant. Leaflet issue 1 - 30 April 2018 - RA. .
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