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Skiing and Snowshoeing in the Alps Ski, Snowshoe or Snow Board Pontresina, Switzerland: So Many Fun Winter Activities, So Little Time! Guided and Self-Guided Departures Available
Trip Overview In this trip we turn to one of our favorite haunts, Pontresina, Switzerland, for a winter sports extravaganza. Pontresina lies a few miles from St. Moritz in the high Engadine Valley near the Austrian and Italian borders surrounded by the majestic Bernina peaks. The terrain is perfect for every winter sport imaginable: cross country skiing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing and snow boarding are just a few of the activities that you can enjoy in the area. We'll also have a chance to watch the Engadine Ski Marathon, one of the world's premier cross country ski races, and enjoy (if we wish) Nordic walking on cleared winter trails, sledding and sleigh rides. Indoor sports will include dining in cozy restaurants, visiting Pontresina's wonderful indoor pool and spa, sipping hot mulled wine, cafe sitting and pastry eating. Bredeson Outdoor Adventures will provide Swiss Rail Passes that we'll use to travel to Pontresina, as well as to our daily fun. Our hotel will be an intimate, elegant family-run hotel with fabulous service that is located right in the heart of the charming high mountain town of Pontresina. We'll lead daily cross country skiing or snowshoe outings. We'll also arrange for ski passes and transportation to the slopes for those who wish to downhill ski or snow board.
Highlights
Trip Rating Moderate. Guided cross country skiing: intermediate level. Guided snowshoeing: all levels appropriate but a good fitness level is required. Self-guided activities including downhill and snow boarding and independent snowshoeing, Nordic walking, etc. are available for all abilitiy levels.
Sample Itinerary Note: we will base our choice of guided daily activities on the preferences of the group. If there are both cross country skiers and snowshoers, we will offer both on a daily basis, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. We will provide the logistical support for snow boarders and downhill skiers, making arrangements for lift passes and providing transportation information. This trip provides for both guided and self-guided participation combined with a convivial and delicious shared dinner together at the end of the day.Day 1 : Zurich - Pontresina Independent arrival in Zurich and travel by train to Pontresina in time for welcome drinks, dinner and an orientation to the week's adventures.
Day 2: Zuoz
Cross country ski or snowshoe to Zuoz, one of best preserved towns in the Engadine Valley, and take the train back. Day 3: Moerteratsch Valley
Today we cross country ski or snowshoe to Moerteratsch, where can touch the glacier and view the signposts of glacial recession.
Day 4: Val Fex
We'll explore the remote, car-free and serenely beautiful mountain valley Val Fex on today's outing. Val Fex is one of the highest inhabited valleys in Switzerland. We'll travel past small settlements, as well as charming restaurants that will lure us in for lunch. Day 5: Independent Exploration
Today is your "day off" to visit the pool, go ice skating, go on a sleigh ride, or perhaps travel to the idyllic village of Soglio. We'll provide trail suggestions for those who can't get enough skiing or snowshoeing and wish to participate in these activities as well today. Day 6: Roseg Valley We'll ski or snowshoe through through the scenic Roseg Valley today. At the end of the valley we'll see the impressive Roseg Glacier towering above us. We have the choice of taking a sleigh ride back to town or skiing or snowshoeing back. Day 7: Engadine Ski Marathon
The Engadine Ski Marathon is an exciting and wonderful event, and is one of the world's premier cross country ski races. We'll watch the race today. If you wish, you can also participate. Choices include the full race or shorter variations. Inspired by the race, we'll also go for a short ski or snowshoe afterwards.
Day 8: Depart
We'll board the train today, returning to Zurich and home. . Transportation We'll travel by train and bus, using Swiss Rail Passes. Additionally, we may take a sleigh ride on Day 6. Meeting Point and Time 6:00 p.m. on Day 1 in our hotel in Pontresina. Departure After breakfast on Day 8 . Included in Price
We hope that you will join us on this grand adventure!
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