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Exploring the many shops in the
Valley is sure to take a few days. In addition, excursions to Megève
(an elegant resort filled with specialty shops and restaurants),
and Annecy (picturesque town on the shores of Lake Annecy, often
called “Venice of the Alps” because of its numerous canals) can
be easily arranged.
The famous “Vallee Blanche” ski
run is an experience not to be missed. The spectacular two-stage
cablecar ride up to the Aiguille du Midi, where the run begins,
takes only 16 minutes. As you climb from 3,379 feet to 12,604 feet,
you’ll be able to admire the Massif and the Mont Blanc summit, the
Bossons Glacier, the Aiguille Verte and the Drus. The descent is
over 12 miles long and takes from four to six hours, depending on
skiing ability, difficulty of route chosen, and length of photo
stops. The glaciers, peaks and couloirs of the Mont Blanc Massif
form a stupendous background to an unforgettable experience. Since
this is an entirely unmarked, off-piste run, a locally qualified
high mountain guide is recommended to ensure the safety and pleasure
of your day. Non-skiers are welcome to ride the cablecar to the
top, where they will find spectacular photo opportunities, several
restaurants, a souvenir shop, and an ice tunnel.
We will be staying at the comfortable,
three-star Park Hotel Suisse, situated in the center of Chamonix,
across the street from the ski bus stop and the Tourist Office.
The hotel features a charming restaurant, cozy piano bar and lounge
with fireplace and billiards table, and a sauna. All guest rooms
contain private bathroom, satellite TV, telephone and minibar.
Tour
Package Includes
- Round trip air on SAS between Seattle, Chicago
or New York and Geneva
- Round trip motorcoach transfers between Geneva
and Chamonix
- 7 nights lodging in Chamonix at the 3-star Park
Hotel Suisse
- Buffet breakfast and three-course dinner daily
- Escorted from Seattle
Seattle
$1495 Chicago $1325
New York $1375
Optional Pre-Tour
Week in INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA!!
Feb. 2 – 10
Only $625 per person
A skier and sightseer’s paradise
in the heart of the Austrian Alps! Includes lodging at 4-star hotel,
breakfast and dinner daily, bus transfer
from Munich to Innsbruck, 2nd class rail from Innsbruck to Chamonix.
Ask for Innsbruck flyer for full details.
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