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WALKING & HIKING

SWISS ALPSPREMIERE INNS

Prepare to be pampered. Awestruck. Exhilarated. In a place where mountains cut into the sky.

Where snow perfectly crowns each peak and glacial lakes shimmer. Where alpine comfort and

Matterhorn views come standard at the Riffelalp Resort. Where trails lead to remote hamlets

and green pastures, over hidden mountain passes and beside immense glaciers. Where chalets

are always ready with a cold beer or warm hot chocolate. Prepare for the height of Switzerland.

Prepare for the Swiss Alps.

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The scenery was breathtaking (what canbeat the Matterhorn, touched with freshsnow, looming over its surroundings from aclear blue sky on a sunny day?), theaccommodations and food were excellent,and the Backroads leaders were the tops inevery way.

Gail McCann - North Attleboro, MA

ClickHEREto read more guest reviews

6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS

ClickHEREfor departure dates and pricingdetails

ROUTE RATING LEVELS 25Seebelow for details

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Open daily 6 a.m.6 p.m. Pacific time

NEVER SUBCONTRACTEDWe operate our own trips around the globe. That way we control thequalityand we're fully responsible for your great experience.

TWO SUPPORT VANSWe provide two support vans on all of our trips* so you can count onus to be there when you need us, regardless of the route you take.

THREE LEADERSOur trips have three leaders*, for an average 6:1 guest-to-leader ratio.Guests consistently score our leaders 9.7 out of 10, telling us theymake all the difference.

THOUGHTFUL TRIP DESIGNWe know how to create exceptional travel experiences, ensuring thatyou get the most from every moment as your trip unfolds.

MULTIPLE DAILY ROUTESBeing able to choose among several expertly designed routes each daygives you the freedom to enjoy the best of a region at your own pace.

WE CELEBRATE MIXED ABILITIESTo accommodate varied activity levels, you need three leaders, twovans, multiple route options, detailed directions, a rating system

showing if shuttles are required, and plenty of well-matchedriding/hiking companions.

*95% of Backroads guests travel with the support of two or more vans and threeleaders. The remaining 5% are on trips with very few guests where only one vanand two leaders are needed to maintain our high standards.

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3 QUESTIONS? Call 800-462-2848

We want to make sure youre on the righttrip and that you have the best experiencepossible. Every Backroads trip is unique andthis one is no exception.

Terrain & ShuttlesDue to Switzerland`s rugged terrain, you canlook forward to some exhilaratingbutsteep!climbs along rocky and sometimesuneven paths. Please note that there's no vansupport on this trip (you can imagine why!),so you should be comfortable with the alpineelevation and remote routes.

Day 1On the first day of the trip, meet your Backroads

leaders (the folks wearing Backroads T-shirts) at

10:30 a.m. in front of the Interlaken Ost (East)

train station, the main rail station of Interlaken,

Switzerland. Please arrive dressed in your hiking

clothes and bring a daypack with your rain gear,extra layers and anything else you may want for

todays hike.

Shuttle to Adelboden1 Hour

Walking & Hiking Options:

Hahnenmoos Pass Route: 2 Miles*(300 elevation gain)Geils Route: 3.3 Miles*(300)Geils Valley Route: 4.1 Miles*(500)

*with shuttle

Welcome to Switzerland! After meeting we shuttle to

Adelboden, a charming Swiss alpine village in the

Bernese Oberland (Highlands) to enjoy a lunch of

regional delights. Then your leaders give a brief trip

orientation before you set out on a hike through the

Adelboden Valley, a region with stunning scenery andcrisp alpine airthe perfect introduction to walking in

Switzerland. A gondola ride up to Sillerenbuhl station

(6,500 feet) takes us to the Wildflower Trail, which you

follow to Hahnenmoos Pass. Here, breathtaking views

of the Adelboden and Lenk Valleys will stop you in your

tracks. And there are more to come! Continue hiking abit higher for more great vistas. Then descend past

small cheese huts and a babbling brook to Geils, where

a local bus or Trotti bike (a two-wheeled push scooter)

returns you to Adelboden.

This evening we celebrate our arrival in the Bernese

Oberland with a wine reception and the first of manytasty traditional Swiss meals. Lodging: The Cambrian

KEEPING YOU UP TO DATE

We are always seeking opportunities to enhance this

itinerary. Well be certain to notify you of any

important changes prior to departure; other changes

may be communicated on trip by your leaders.
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Swiss Alps Walking & Hiking 4

PREMIERE INNS

THE CAMBRIAN1 NIGHTSpectacular views of the Bernese Oberland

surround us at this mountain retreat with moderndesign sensibilities. (pool, spa)

Adelboden+41-(0)33-673-8383www.thecambrianadelboden.com

LES SOURCES DES ALPES2 NIGHTSAn elegant hotel celebrated for its scenic setting,delightful cuisine and spring-fed thermal baths. A

Relais & Chteaux member. (pool, spa)

Leukerbad+41-(0)27-475-2000

www.sourcesdesalpes.ch

RIFFELALP RESORT

2 NIGHTS (ABOVE)A stylish resort sanctuary offering breathtaking

panoramas of the Matterhorn from a 7,300-footwooded plateau above Zermatt, said Andrew

Harper. (pool, spa)

Zermatt+41-(0)27-966-0555www.riffelalp.com

Day 2Shuttle to Kandersteg45 Minutes


Gemmi Pass Route: 5.6 Miles*(1,300 elevation gain)Gemmi Pass Traverse Route: 6.9 Miles*(1,500)

*with shuttle

Our hike today takes us across historic Gemmi Pass, anancient trade route used since Roman times. To reach

our trail we shuttle to gorgeous Kandersteg, a town

nestled in the broad Kander Valley beneath the tower-

ing Blmlisalp and Doldenhorn peaks. Its long been animportant mountaineering center and a favored

destination of European travelers, becoming far more

accessible in 1913 when a nine-mile railroad tunnel

created a direct link between Bern and the Rhne

Valley. Kandersteg is also known for abundant wild-

flowers and Simmental cattle, which can be seen

munching on the lush grass of mountain pastures.Just past the center of Kandersteg we arrive at the

Sunnbuel cable car, which whisks us to 6,300 feet. Thenhead out on a gradual uphill along a wide path through

the Spittel Valley, passing the shimmering glacier-fed

Daubensee (see means lake in German). Dwarfed by

the surrounding Bernese Alps, make your way up to

Gemmi Pass, where on a clear day youre treated to

views of the Matterhorn and Monte Rosa, Switzerlandshighest peak at 15,200 feet.

After we enjoy our lunch at the pass (7,600 feet), theGemmibahn cable car transports us down a steep rock

facea vertical drop that was once a formidable

obstacle to anyone wanting to cross the pass. At the

bottom is Leukerbad, the largest thermal center in

Switzerland, where picturesque narrow streets are lined

with old chalets, shops and cafs. You can experience

Leukerbads healing powers at Les Sources des Alpes,our luxurious home for the next two nights, set atop the

waters wellspring. (Spa services are not included in the

trip price. If youre interested in taking advantage of the

spa facilities, including hydrotherapy sessions andrejuvenating mud treatments, we recommend that you

book far in advance by contacting the hotel directly.

Tonight youre invited to an alphorn concert performed

by two local musicians in traditional costume. The

alphorn was traditionally used by alpine herdsmen and

villagers to announce daily activities and can reach 13

feet in length. After the concert we enjoy an elegant


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ROUTE RATING INFORMATIONThe routes on this trip are rated Levels 25.

LEVEL 2

47 miles

Up to 4 hours

LEVEL3

59 miles

Up to 5 hours

LEVEL 4

611 miles

Up to 6 hours

LEVEL 5

713+ miles

Up to 7+ hours

Review the Route Rating section on the web for

more details on daily route options.

meal in the hotels dining room. Lodging: Les Sources

des Alpes

Day 3Walking & Hiking Options:

Majinsee Loop: 3.4 Miles (700 elevation gain)Birchen Valley Loop: 6.1 Miles (900)Fluealp Cheese Farm Loop: 7.9 Miles (2,200)

Be prepared to cross patches of snow and ice during

todays challenging hikejaw-dropping views are ample

reward for your efforts. Start your journey in the Dala

Valley with a walk along a trail built into the side of a

thermal gorge. As you cross the canyon on a high

suspension bridge, admire a thundering waterfall. Atthis point you have the option of returning to explore

Leukerbad or heading back to the hotel to relax. If you

choose to continue hiking, proceed on a steep and

steady climb flanked by majestic mountains. Enjoy a

quintessential Swiss scene of flower-filled alpinemeadows and herds of soft-eyed milk cows adorned

with leather collars and brass bells. A local cheese

maker meets us in Fluealp and demonstrates the

intricate age-old process by which this classic Swissdelicacy is made.

After a picnic lunch, which of course includes a taste or

two of deliciously fresh cheeses, continue up the valley

to a hidden chapel built into the mountain. The return

route takes you down the other side of the valley and

back to Leukerbad.

This evening youre on your own to sample the fare at a

local restaurant. Lodging: Les Sources des Alpes

Day 4Bus & Trains to Zermatt3 Hours


Zmutt Valley Glide Route: 4 Miles*(1,300 elevation gain)Zmutt Valley Loop:5.2 Miles*(1,300)Riffelalp Route: 6.2 Miles (2,600)

*with shuttle

Leaving Leukerbad we bus down to Leuk to catch the

Glacier Express train to the picturesque car-free village

of Zermatt. Through the train window, youll see the

higher and drier mountain scenery that differentiates

the southern and northern sides of the Rhne Valley.

Enjoy lunch on your own at one of Zermatts charming

restaurants or cafs. Then decide how to indulgeyourself this afternoon: perhaps a shopping outing or a

relaxing massage at our hotel. Or if you simply cant

pass up the chance to hike, head into the Zmutt Valley

along a rugged mountainside footpath, past traditiona

huts and hamlets. In the village of Zmutt, check out the

many interesting old homes and savor a slice of strudeor a cold beer. Continue to the villages of Zum See and


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Blatten, where youll find one of Ricolas herb gardens

displaying signs describing the 13 fresh herbs used to

make the world-renowned candy and teas. From here

you can return to Zermatt by foot or gondola before

catching the Gornergrat railway up to Riffelalp Resort, a

Leading Hotels of the World member where we stay for

the next two nights.

Or, if youre up for a challenge,

make the final climb to the hotel on footthe views are

well worth the effort!

Tonight we sample regional wines before sitting down

to a traditional dinner, including raclette and fondue, in

the hotels traditional Ristorante al Bosco. Lodging:

Riffelalp Resort


Gornergletscher Lookout Route: 2.9 Miles*(2,000 elevationgain)

Gornergrat Summit Route: 4.2 Miles* (2,900)Monte Rosa Route: 5.2 Miles* (3,000)

*with shuttle

This morning we hike directly from our hotel to Gorner-

grat Mountain along a steep, well-manicured trail

overlooking Zermatt. After passing the glacial Riffelsee,the trail ascends to the top of a spectacular ridge. Look

down upon the bright blue pools and seemingly bot-

tomless crevasses of the Gornergletscher, a glacier

surrounded by the impressive peaks of Klein Matter-

horn, Monte Rosa and Breithorn. Break out your lunch

and enjoy an alpine meallisten carefully and you may

even hear the sounds of glaciers groaning and grum-

bling with movement.

After lunch, continue hiking to Gornergrat (up another1,000 feet) or head to the Rotenboden station and take

a cog railway train to the summit. Then, return to the

hotel to kick back or spend time exploring town. If

youre up for a bigger afternoon hike, follow the Via

Monte Rosa route, which descends toward the Gorner

Glacier and then climbs the backside of Gornergrat

Mountain to reach the peak.

Later this afternoon you have time to enjoy the com-

forts of the Riffelalp Resort. We dine in elegance tonightin the hotels formal dining room, which offers amazing

views of the Matterhorn. Lodging: Riffelalp Resort


Matterhorn Overlook Route: 2.1 Miles (300 elevation gain)Riffelalp to Zermatt Route: 3.5 Miles (2,000 elevation loss)

Cultural Tour of Zermatt1 Hour

Youre free to relish a leisurely morning at the Riffelalp

Resort, lingering over breakfast and soaking up itsmagnificent views. Or if youd like to stretch your legs

one last time, head out-and-back along a gently

contouring path offering great vistas of Zermatt and the

Matterhorn. If youd like a bigger challenge, descend on

foot through pine and larch forest to Zermatt.

Later in the morning we take a short train ride toZermatt to explore the towns historic sites with a loca

guide, including the church where Matterhorn-bound

mountaineers stop to pray, the climbers cemetery and

well-preserved 15th-century homes. We say our

goodbyes in Zermatt; please see Arriving & Departingfor end-of-trip logistics.


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PRICES & SCHEDULES

All prices and schedules were current at the time of

printing, but are subject to change at any time.

Arriving & DepartingSee Day 1 for meeting time and location.

Note that train schedules are subject to change unex-

pectedly, which may affect our trip meeting and/orending time. We appreciate your understanding and

flexibility if we must make adjustments due to altera-

tions in train schedules. Rest assured, we will notify youas soon as possible regarding any changes to your trip in

order to minimize any inconvenience to you.

All prices are in US dollars and subject to change. The

standard unit of currency in Switzerland is the Swiss

franc (CHF). At the time of printing, 0.89 CHF = 1 USD.

CONCLUSION OF THE TRIPThe trip ends around 11 a.m.* at the Zermatt trainstation, in time to catch trains departing around 11:30

a.m. Your Backroads leaders will stay to answer ques-

tions about connections and assist in boarding. Read onfor more information on traveling by train in Switzer-

land.

*If you need to depart earlier on the last day,please

note that the Riffelalp Resort, our last hotel, is located

high up the mountain and is serviced onlyby train (no

cars). At the time of printing, the first possibility toleave the resort is around 8:00 a.m., arriving in Zermatt

20 minutes later. Please keep this in mind when

planning the rest of your train travel and flights.

FLIGHT ARRANGEMENTSThis trip starts in Interlaken and ends in Zermatt. We

recommend that you fly into Zurich (airport code: ZRH;

www.zurich-airport.com) or Geneva (GVA; www.gva.ch)

and travel to Interlaken and back from Zermatt by train.

For help arranging air transport to and from you

Backroads trip, please work with your own travel agentor you may choose to work with the Backroads Trave

Desk. Our expert travel advisors are ready to share their

insiders knowledge of Backroads and our worldwide

destinations. These professional agents are available to

assist you with any of your travel needs. Please call us at

800-GO-ACTIVE (462-2848) to be connected with an

advisor. Please note that consulting or ticketing fees

may apply, depending on the services requested. TheBackroads Travel Desk is open MondayFriday 9 a.m.

5 p.m. Pacific time.

TAKING THE TRAIN TO INTERLAKENFrom Zurich:Trains depart frequently from the centra

Zurich train station to Interlaken Ost. The trip takes

approximately 2 hours, tickets start at $40. Youl

change trains in Bern or Spiez.

From Geneva: There are also frequent trains from

Geneva to Interlaken Ost. The trip takes approximately

3 hours, tickets start $40. Youll change trains in Bern.

From Bern: Nonstop trains run hourly from Bern to

Interlaken Ost. The trip takes approximately 1 hour,tickets start at $18.

TAKING THE TRAIN FROM ZERMATTTrains leave frequently from Zermatt to Zurich and

Geneva via Visp. The journey to Zurich takes approxi-

mately 3 hours and tickets start at $67. To Geneva

travel time is approximately 4 hours and tickets start at

$52.

TRAIN TRAVEL

Buying Train TicketsWe suggest purchasing rail tickets and making reserva-

tions through your own travel agent or the Swiss

Federal Railways (SFR) website, at www.sbb.ch/en.

You can also purchase tickets and make reservations

through Rail Europe (www.raileurope.com; 800-622

8600). Be aware that they charge service fees, makingthis a typically more expensive option.


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Another option is to wait until you arrive in Switzerland

to purchase your rail tickets. In most stations, there are

reservation counters with agents who speak English.

These counters are often located away from the main

departure area. Many stations also have automatic

ticket machines that sell tickets and reservation cou-

pons for travel in Switzerland and for principal cross-

border routes. The machines accept cash and credit or

debit cards.

Your seat reservation will usually appear as a separate

coupon along with your actual train ticket. It will specify

the train number, the coach number, class of travel and

seat number.

BOARDING THE TRAINYour platform number will generally be listed at least

ten minutes prior to departure on the small television

screens or the larger schedule boards in the main

station area (larger stations only). Four columns will be

listed: destination, type of train, platform number anddeparture time.

Its possible that not all cars on your train are continu-

ing to your destination. Therefore, its important tomake sure the nameplate on your car (usually posted

outside near the door) corresponds to your travel

destination. Once inside the car, look for your reserved

seat. If its a small train and reservations are not

required, you can sit anywhere. Keep your bags in sight,

if possible, and stay alert; many luggage thieves and

pickpockets specialize in dashing on and off trains.

ClimateSwitzerland has four distinct climatic regions: alpine

subtropical, continental and Mediterranean. Mountain

weather is very unpredictable and can change drasti-

cally with little warning, with temperatures dipping to

freezing. Its essential that you bring appropriate

clothing, including a waterproof jacket and pants, and

plenty of warm clothes.Please be prepared for all typesof conditions to ensure that your trip is an enjoyable

one. See Suggested Packing List in your Travel Plannefor details on clothing and gear.

Interlaken

Average: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

High F 36 39

48

53

64

69

Low F 26 28 34

39

46

53

Wet days 15 13 17 17 18 19

Average: Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

High F 75 75

68

57

44

37

Low F 57 57 51 44 35 30

Wet days 15 12 12 11 12 12

Zermatt

Average: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

High F 29 34 40 47 55 63

Low F 17 19 24 32 41 48

Precip. in 1.6

1.7 2.1 2.1 2.7 2.3

Average: Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

High F 66 65 60 51 40 31

Low F 51 47 42 35 27 20

Precip. in. 2.2 2.7 2.3 2.5 1.9 1.9

Temperatures in Europe are measured in degreesCelsius. Zero degrees Celsius is 32 degrees Fahrenheit

For a quick conversion, double the Celsius reading and

add 30 to determine the approximate temperature in

degrees Fahrenheit.


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Where to Stay Before& After Your TripFor help making hotel reservations for before and after

your Backroads trip, please work with your own travel

agent, or you may choose to work with the BackroadsTravel Desk. Call us at 800-GO-ACTIVE (462-2848) to be

connected with an advisor. Please note that consultingor ticketing fees may apply, depending on the services

requested. The Backroads Travel Desk is open Monday

Friday 9 a.m.5 p.m. Pacific time.

Of course, we also recommend extending your stay atany of the hotels we visit on this trip; see the accom-

modations sidebar for details.

Refer to the Hotel Room Rate Guide for starting

double-occupancy rates. Note that the chart reflects the

internet and/or best available rates, which were

accurate at the time of printing, but hotel rates arealways subject to change. Also be aware that some

hotels may require a minimum stay. We recommend

that you consult directly with the hotels for specificdetails, as these requirements can change depending on

the season and time of the week. Book early, especially

during peak travel season!

Keep in mind that even in first-class hotels, rooms are

smaller than those in typical US hotels. Rooms on the

street tend to be noisy, so you might want to request a

room overlooking the hotels garden or courtyard.

INTERLAKENVictoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa

Everything is indeed grand at this classic Beaux-Arts

resort, starting with its superb setting in the heart of

Interlaken and its spectacular views of the Alps. (pool,spa, tennis) | Cond Nast Traveler Gold List 2014 |

Hheweg 41 | www.victoria-jungfrau.ch | +41-(0)33-

828-28-28 |212 rooms & suites |Rates:

Hotel Chalet Swiss

This hotel looks just as you would expect from thenamea charming Swiss-style wood chalet, with a

pitched roof and geranium-filled window boxes. For thebest experience, reserve a front room with a balcony in

the original houseyoull love the mountain views. |

Seestrasse 22 | www.chalet-swiss.ch | +41-(0)33-826-

78-78 |54 rooms |Rates:

Hotel du Lac

Karen Brown recommends this family-run hotel espe-

cially for its convenient location just steps from where

the trains depart for the Jungfraujoch excursion and

minutes from the dock where the boats leave forexploring Lake Brienz. | Hheweg 225 | www.dulac

interlaken.ch | +41-(0)33-822-29-22 | 35 rooms

Rates:

Hotel du Nord

A short walk from the train station, the pier and the

Harderbahn cable car, its tough to beat Hotel du Nords

location. Welcoming ambience, comfortable guest

rooms (some with a balcony or terrace) and a cozy

restaurant with alpine dcor. | Hheweg 70

www.hotel-dunord.ch | +41-(0)33-827-50-50 | 46rooms |Rates:

ZERMATTIf you extend your stay in Zermatt at Riffelalp Resort

our last nights accommodation, let the reservations

agent know that youre traveling with Backroads; thatway you may not have to switch rooms. See the ac

commodations sidebar for the hotels contact

information.

Hotel Monte Rosa

The Monte Rosa is Zermatts oldest hotel and occupies a

coveted position in the heart of town. Dont miss dining

at the hotels Michelin-starred Ristorante Capri. (pool)Bahnhofstrasse 80 | www.monterosazermatt.ch | +41

(0)27-966-03-33 |41 rooms & suites |Rates:

Schnegg Chalet Hotel

Perched high above Zermatt, with a highly unusua

entrywaya 2,756-foot-long cave-like tunnelSchnegg Chalet Hotel wows you with excellent service

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Matterhorn. (spa) | Riedweg 35 |www.schonegg.ch |

+41-(0)27-966-34-34 |48 rooms & suites |Rates:

Hotel Bella Vista

Looking for a home away from home? The charming

family-run Bella Vista, located just 5 minutes from

Zermatts center, fits the bill. (spa) | Riedweg 15 |

www.bellavista-zermatt.ch | +41-(0)27-966-28-10 | 21

rooms |Rates:

Romantik Hotel Julen

Bold style and bright colors add flair to the traditionalalpine heart of Hotel Julen. Upon arriving, its hard to

resist immediately cozying up to the fireplace in one of

the bars leather sofas. Zermatts center is located just

across the bridge. (pool, spa) | Riedstrasse 2 |

www.julen.com | +41-(0)27-966-76-00 | 32 rooms &

suites |Rates:

ZURICH

Baur au LacThis member of Leading Hotels of the World is situated

on Lake Zurich in a magnificent park setting, and offers

proximity to the most fashionable boutiques in Zurich. |

Travel + Leisure Worlds Best 2014 | Talstrasse 1 |www.bauraulac.ch | +41-(0)44-220-50-20 | 120 rooms

& suites |Rates:

Widder Hotel

Lauded by Andrew Harper, the Widder consists of nine

adjoining historic townhouses that have been magnifi-

cently restored to blend modern dcor with traditionalarchitecture. |Rennweg 7 |www.widderhotel.ch |+41-

(0)44-224-25-26 |49 rooms & suites |Rates:

Claridge Hotel Zurich

Located on a quiet residential street within walking

distance of the citys main attractions, the Claridge

offers a pleasant escape from the hustle and bustle ofdowntown Zurich. | Steinwiesstrasse 8-10 |

www.claridge.ch | +41-(0)44-267-87-87 | 41 rooms &

suites |Rates:

Hotel AdlerIn the heart of Zurichs lively Old Town, the charming and

fully modern three-star Hotel Adler has been welcoming

travelers since the 14th century. | Rosengasse 10 |

www.hotel-adler.ch | +41-(0)44-266-96-96 |52 rooms |

Rates:

Hotel Kindli

Once a 16th-century townhouse, this charming bou-tique hotel maintains the comfort and character of a

private home. Well-placed on a quiet pedestrian-only

street, the hotel is just steps from the famous Bahnhof-

strasse. Its recommended by Karen Browns Guides.

Pfalzgasse 1 |www.kindli.ch |+41-(0)43-888-76-76 |20rooms |Rates:

GENEVA

Htel Beau Rivage

On the shore of Lake Geneva, this fully renovated classic

has outstanding views of the water, the citys famous Jet

dEau (Water Fountain) and Mont Blanc. Old Town

Geneva, as well as the retail and business district, arewithin walking distance. | Cond Nast Traveler Gold List

2014 | Quai du Mont-Blanc 13 | www.beau-rivage.ch

+41-(0)22-716-66-66|91 rooms & suites |Rates:

Htel de la Paix

This five-star hotel features a unique contemporary

style, while maintaining the classical aspects of the

original 1865 structure. Its Michelin-starred restaurantVertigO, offers some of Genevas finest meals, and the

hotels doors lead straight to the citys cultural, shop-

ping and dining center. | Quai du Mont-Blanc 11

www.hoteldelapaix.ch | +41-(0)22-909-60-00 | 84

rooms & suites |Rates:

Edelweiss Manotel

This hotel evokes the kind of cozy alpine dcor that manypeople associate with the isolated hamlets of the Swiss

mountains. Dont miss Restaurant Edelweiss, where

regional cuisine is served to the sound of live yodeling.

Place de la Navigation 2 |www.manotel.com/edelweiss

|+41-(0)22-544-51-51 |42 rooms |Rates:


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SPECIAL HOTEL SAVINGS

Backroads has negotiated special rates for our

guests at many hotels around the world. To find

hotels with these exclusive Backroads savings,

please visit www.backroads.com/hotelsavings.

Htel Mon-Repos

This intimate hotel, facing an elegant park along LakeGeneva, is the perfect spot from which to explore the

citys charms. The flowered terrace, excellent restau-

rant and stylish rooms provide an elegant and

comfortable ambience. | Rue de Lausanne 131 |

www.hmrge.ch | +41-(0)22-909-39-09 | 86 rooms &suites |Rates:

Tiffany Hotel

Located in the heart of Genevas cultural and arts

district, this charming Belle poque boutique hotel is

just a few steps from galleries and designer shops, and a

short walk from the lake and the Rhne River. Suites

feature exposed beams, sloping walls and rooftop

vistas. |Rue de lArquebuse 20 |www.hotel-tiffany.ch |+41-(0)22-708-16-16 |46 rooms & suites |Rates:

Starling Hotel Geneva

Conveniently located just steps from the Geneva

International Airport, this state-of-the-art hotel is also

within 15 minutes of many key sightseeing attractions,

such as the Palais de Nations, the Red Cross Museum

and Genevas fantastic shopping district. | Route

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747-02-02 |496 rooms & suites |Rates:

Extending Your VacationKANDERSTEGThere are more fabulous hikes around Kandersteg than

can be done in just one week. We recommend extend-

ing your stay to take advantage of this renowned area.

Spend a day exploring the Gasterntal, one of the

wildest and most picturesque valleys in the Bernese

Oberland. Take the bus from Kandersteg to Selden(about 30 minutes), then hike up to the end of the

valley for an incredible view.

Another hike (half- or full-day) begins with a cable car

ride from Kandersteg to the Allmenalp. From here

either hike up and over the pass to Adobolden or loop

back down to Kandersteg.

Paragliding is also a very popular activity here. We

recommend local paragliding instructor Ruedi Grossen

of Flying School Allmenalp ([email protected]+41-(0)79-429-44-10 or +41-(0)33-675-16-71).

Visit www.kandersteg.ch for more information on

activities in and around Kandersteg.

JUNGFRAUJOCHA visit to the Jungfraujoch station, part of the WorldHeritage site of the Swiss Alps, is very popular among

visitors to the Bernese Oberland. Situated at 11,300

feet, the Jungfraujoch is the highest train station in

Europe, attracting many travelers with its stunningviews and unique locale amid snowcapped peaks and

glaciers, even at the height of summer.

Trains for the Jungfraujoch station depart regularly from

Interlaken and head toward Kleine Scheidegg before

continuing through the Eiger tunnel. Youll enjoy a briefin-tunnel stop at Eigerwand (9,400 feet), where you can

peer through large observation windows at Eigers stark

north face.

From here the train begins its steep climb to the

Jungfraujoch and offers views of the Vosges Mountains

in France and the Black Forest in Germany. Youll alsobe treated to breathtaking vistas of the surrounding

Bernese Oberland and the Konkordiaplatz, the vast

junction of four different glaciers. Skiing, snowboarding

and dog-sledding are popular activities here and many

amenities such as restaurants, hotels and shops greet

visitors at this top-of-Europe site. Another option is to


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take the elevator to a viewing point at the Sphinx

(11,700 feet). For more information, visit the Jungfrau

Railways website at www.jungfraubahn.ch/en.

ZERMATTEnjoy a full day hiking up to the Hornli Hut, where

climbers spend the night before attempting to summit

the Matterhorn. This challenging but rewarding hike

offers great views of the mountain.

If youre looking for a half-day adventure, take the

highest cableway in Europe to the Klein Matterhorn

the highest sightseeing point in Europe. A 1-hour ride

on three cable cars brings you to a 360-degree pano-

ramic view of the Italian, French and Swiss Alps. On aclear day you can see Mont Blanc and the Eiger! Visit

www.zermatt.ch for more information.

PARAGLIDING IN INTERLAKENInterlaken is a world-renowned location for paragliding.

We recommend using instructor Pitsch Buhler of TwinParagliding (www.interlaken-paragliding.com; +41-

(0)79-622-51-00).
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