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HALF BOARD IN RESORT
GrAdES 1-2
EUrOpE by COACh hOLIdAy INFOrMATION
SWITZERLAND
Molveno
Merano Dolomites Andalo
AUSTRIA
Lake Garda
ITALY
Italy
WhATS INCLUdEd Return travel by air-conditioned executive coach Channel crossings by ferry Seven nights half board accommodation Overnight hotel accommodation as detailed Services of a Get Up & Go Tour Manager Welcome drink Three walks as detailed with a local guide Insurance and cancellation cover
Lake Molveno, Italy Brenta Dolomites
Dates & Prices
Walking in the Dolomites Holiday ref: GEIDM
2008 Areas A, E & F Sep 13 £552 2009 Areas A, E & F Jun 06 £592 Jun 13 £612 Sep 05 £612 Sep 12 £582 Areas B, C, D & G Jun 13 £612 Sep 05 £612 Sep 12 £582 Areas B, C & D Sep 06 £562
dolomites a paradise of woods and mountains 10 days from £552
Visitors have marvelled over Lake Molveno in northern Italy for over 100 years, with the dramatic backdrop of the Brenta Dolomites reflected in its crystal clear waters. The region is a paradise of woods and meadows overflowing with wild flowers. Discovered by mountaineers it is the ideal location for our popular walking programme.
The resort of Molveno winds its way from the foot of the mountains down to the lakeside. The pedestrianised centre has a range of shops, ice-cream parlours, bars and restaurants. This is an ideal location from where to explore this stunning landscape by foot. yOUr ITINErAry dAy 1 UK/FrANCE Local departure and a mid-morning crossing to Calais. Continue to the Strasbourg area of France for an overnight stay on a bed and breakfast basis. dAy 2 ITALy A scenic drive through Switzerland and Austria before crossing into Italy. Evening arrival at your hotel in Molveno for a seven night stay. Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival. dAyS 3 TO 8 MOLVENO Free to relax and enjoy our programme of activities. We include the following walks accompanied by your Tour Manager and local guide: Molveno to Ciclamino - From Molveno we walk up to the baita Ciclamino (refreshment stop). On the way we will have views of jagged peaks high up ahead, and pass rushing water in the gorge to the left of the path. Your return route takes you down the other side of the gorge to Lake Molveno (approx. 2 hours walk). Tour of Lake Molveno - A walk around the lake to the Roman Bridge, with a pretty waterfall behind it, then uphill to Napoleons Fort, with views of the village to your left (refreshment stop). Return the same way to Molveno (approx. 3½ hours walk). Molveno to Andalo - From bior bridge we take the wooden stairs into the trees, and follow the path up to Spiaz della Coppa and the Genzianella bar. Continue to Andalo where we have time to relax and have lunch before returning to Molveno via the passeggiata belvedere (approx. 3 hours walk). The following excursions are optional: Lake Garda - Full day excursion to the attractive lakeside resort of Riva del Garda, including a boat trip. dolomites Explorer - An exciting full day tour through the stunning Alpine landscape, where dramatic peaks rise to 10,000ft above sea level. Travel through the Pordoi Pass, where there are 27 hairpin bends in the road, 7,500ft up the mountain. Merano - A full day tour visiting this delightful riverside spa resort. Spend time exploring the delightful old town, or take the chair lift up the mountain for views across the town. dAy 9 FrANCE Time to leave the Dolomites and head back via Austria and Switzerland to France for your final overnight stay on a bed and breakfast basis. dAy 10 FrANCE/UK Continue to Calais for a late afternoon crossing back to the UK, returning to your original departure point in the evening. Alternative walks are available in resort through the local Alpine Guide Association (any additional cost for guides is payable locally by the participants). yOUr hOTEL: You will stay in the comfortable Hotel Miralago in Molveno. This friendly family-run hotel has an ideal central location with stunning lakeside views from the terrace. Facilities include lounge, bar, lift, outdoor swimming pool, garden, pizzeria and restaurant. There is also a small gym, plus sauna, whirlpool and Turkish bath available at extra costs. On one evening, dinner will be a special gala event with live music. All bedrooms have private facilities, satellite TV, safe and telephone. Balcony rooms are available for a supplement.
deposit £100 per person Single room £100 Balcony room £25 per person (Molveno only) Insurance reduction £43. Please see page 39 for more details. All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities free LOCaL dePartUres, Or jOIn at the POrt Join FrEE at a local departure point. See page 38 for your relevant area or join direct at the port on any date shown above
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