We are proud to say 75% of last
season’s guests had either hiked with us in the past or were referred by
someone who had. We attribute our continuing success to the individual service
we provide each guest as they explore the wonders of the Alps. Our guests return
to hike with us and they feel comfortable referring us to their family and
friends.
Our Swiss and Austrian adventures are structured around extended
stays at small mountain villages in family owned inns. From these
bases, we guide you on day-hikes in surrounding areas. Our unique
program provides hiking options for all abilities. Each day you have a choice of a moderate hike or a more strenuous hike.
The group gathers for a brief meeting each evening after dinner. Two
hikes are presented for the following day. Guide One will describe
in detail an easy to moderate hike that is limited in elevation gain
and has a distance of 6 to 9 miles. Those who wish to go with Guide One will usually ride above
the tree line via cable car or cog rail train and hike a moderate trail. Most
hikes with Guide One are of variable length, designed so you can elect to do a
portion of the hike or the entire hike, thanks to the extensive Swiss
transportation network of trains and cable cars. Hikes with guide one will
have very little uphill climbing usually less than 1,200 vertical feet
and are done at a modest leisurely pace.
Guide Two will provide details about a more challenging hike 7 to 12
miles in length and with elevation gains approximately 3,000 feet. Hikes with
Guide Two allow you to experience areas of Switzerland that can only be reached
by foot or helicopter. Lunch for both groups is usually in small inns or
mountain huts and, when possible, Groups One and Two will eat together.
After
completing the day’s hike you return to the comforts of the inn for an evening
of fine dining and a restful night’s sleep in your private room with a private
bath. The following day you awake to enjoy a bountiful buffet breakfast before
starting the day’s new hike.
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