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8 day Independent Resort Stay
Rejuvenate your body, mind and spirit in this absolutely gorgeous corner of the Swiss Alps. Hidden deep in the mountains of the Bernese Oberland lies the town of Adelboden. The chocolate-box image of a Swiss mountain village comes alive here, with old wooden chalets with overhanging roofs lining the main street (cars are discouraged), and 3000m peaks providing an impressive backdrop.
Our unique package offers the opportunity to experience all that makes an Alpine stay in Switzerland so special - walking, cycling, mountainbiking, spa and wellness!
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PROGRAM
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Walking
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Adelboden is surrounded by a network of over 300 km of perfect hiking, walking and mountain trails, for unforgettable discoveries and experiences in a unique setting, combining nature and a man-made landscape.
Maps for walkers, suggested trails and folding guide sheets are available free of charge in the Tourist Centre in Adelboden.
While hiking, observe the primeval force of water: the 600m high Engstligen waterfalls, Choleren Gorge, Pochtenkessel, and Adelbodner mineral springs.
Observe traditional mountain farming with alpine huts and alpine cheese dairies, while enjoying the sound of cowbells from the meadows as you stroll by.
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Hiking Pass
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The hiking pass is valid on all Adelboden cable-cars and local buses as well as the cable-car Elsigbach-Elsigenalp. Hikers or just gentle walkers us the cable-cars and local bus services to comfortably reach magnificent viewpoints, cosy mountain restaurants and the starting points of many of the adventourus trails. Even the most unfit are thus able to enjoy the high mountain atmosphere. This hiking pass is included in our package.
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Guided Walks
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Guided, theme walks take place regularly throughout the summer. On Mondays, the villages of Adelboden and Frutigen are explored. On Wednesdays from Frutigen, there is a walk up to visit a mountain cheesemaker. On Thursdays, you have the possibility to explore the Aeugi-Lowa climbing trail.
Charges from $5 to $20 apply to guided walks.
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GEO-Tracks / GPS Bike Tours
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GPS (Global Positioning System) has been a household word for some time now. Adelboden Tourism has electronically stored various high-profile tours: four walking trails, one cycle route and even a family bike tour can be downloaded onto a GPS handset. Thanks to this wonder of modern technology, no one is going to lose their way in Adelboden's mountain world.
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Nordic Walking
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Nordic Walking is a highly effective, gentle on the joints, form of whole body training. The blood circulation is improved and aerobic stamina increases while 90% of the body's muscles are active. Tension in shoulders and the neck can be eased stress hormone levels fall and the immune system is strengthened.
Adelboden has eight designated Nordic Walking trails, ranging from 4 to 11km in distance, suitable for begin-ners and experts alike.
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Cycling and Mountainbiking
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Adelboden offers a wide range of possibilities for cyclists, from pleasant cycle paths and challenging mountain bike tracks, up to skill-testing "assault courses" for bikers.
Between the Hahnenmoos Pass and the Lake of Thun there are twenty well sign-posted cycle paths of varying degrees of distance and difficulty. If you prefer to cycle downhill, your bike can be transported up the mountain by cable-car free of charge.
Cycling here can be arranged through the hotel front desk.
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Wellness and Spa Resort
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On July 9th 2005, Adelboden was officially accredited by Alpine Wellness International as the first Alpine Wellness resort in Switzerland. This qualification certifies that Adelboden has a comprehensive Alpine Wellness infrastructure in all areas of Wellness competence, scores highly for quality and attractiveness.
Enjoy the comprehensive wellness facilities free of charge in your host hotel the first-class Boutique Hotel Beau site. These include a wellness zone with sauna, sanarium and steam bath. Also available are massages and Sanshui, a holistic wellness-massage-therapy, and oriental spa baths.
A full service Day Spa is also available at the nearby Parkhotel Bellevue. For a fee, you receive entry to the Wellness-Center "Aqua vitalis" with indoor pool, outdoor saltwater pool, Roman thermals, sauna, cardio and fitness area.
Adelboden also offers a choice of the following outdoor activities: Horse-riding, Golf (Thun), Climbing, Rapel-ling, and Hang-gliding
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PRICE & DETAILS
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DEPARTURE DATES:
Arrivals everyday from June 1st to October 31st
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$1250
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Single supplement
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$280 |
Extra nights pp
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$90 |
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- 7 nights in first class Hotel Beau Site, in a premium room with private facilities
- Breakfast buffet with organic choices
- 5-course dinner each day
- Hotel taxes and staff gratuities
- Entrance into the town public swimming pool
- 6 day Hiking Pass (free use of cable cars and buses)
- Round-trip airport transfers on Swiss Rail, from either Zurich or Geneva
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MODERATE: This tour is suitable for hikers of any age group, including children and seniors, however you must be of a good fitness level. Daily walking times are kept fairly short to allow ample time to stop and enjoy the sights. You walk on well kept trails and hillside paths so good hiking boots are recommended. |
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