Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Lustenau
Upon arrival into Zurich International airport, take a train to Lustenau (own expense). Take over your rented bicycle which will be your transportation for the next 7 days. After checking into your hotel, the day is free at leisure.
Day 2 Lustenau – Urnäsch/Hemberg
Uphill and down dale in rolling Appenzell, where it is said that “every second house is a tavern”. Friendly farming country with its own character, a finely structured landscape at the foot of the Säntis, marked by a quaint dialect and a dry wit.
Cycling Distance : 55 – 70 KM.
Elevation : ↑ 1,240 M – 1,685 M; ↓ 830 M – 1,145 M.
Day 3 Urnäsch/Hemberg – Linthal
Expect Toggenburg to be more forested and rugged, it is a land of nooks and crannies where water once provided work and death. Below the alluvial Linth plain, “Zigerland” with mighty limestone cliffs, Glarus is once a textile region of international importance.
Cycling Distance : 70 – 80 KM.
Elevation : ↑ 1,060 M – 1,300 M; ↓ 890 M – 1,135 M.
Day 4 Linthal – Klausenpass – Beckenried
Climb to the Klausenpass – the Urnerboden is the largest Swiss alp. On the other side of the 1,948m pass, the Schächental is a mountain landscape with the traditional farming method of moving livestock from one grazing ground to the next.
Cycling Distance : 75 KM.
Elevation : ↑ 1,585 M; ↓ 1,800 M.
Day 5 Beckenried – Sörenberg
Wild when the föhn wind blows – the mighty Vierwaldstättersee with its impressive panorama, contrasting the shallow Sarnersee with its Obwalden “Brother Klaus” landscape. A treat for pedal-pushing fans – the Glaubenbielen Pass (1,611 M) is a steep pass to Entlebuch.
Cycling Distance : 55 KM.
Elevation : ↑ 1,440 M; ↓ 720 M.
Day 6 Sörenberg – Thun
After the alpine marshland in rain-rich Glaubenbielen, now experience he biosphere reserve around Schrattenfluh. No less enchanting, the hills and dales of the Emmental, classic, pre-alpine rolling countryside.
Cycling Distance : 55 – 70 KM.
Elevation : ↑ 835 M – 885 M; ↓ 1,435 M – 1,490 M.
Day 7 Thun – Gruyères
From “cabbage country” through rugged Sense ravines to Fribourg in Üechtland. The old city with its cathedral and 200 gothic house facades enjoys a picturesque position in a loop of the Saane. Delightful landscape and a man-made lake –
Lac de la Gruyère is a land of “Crème de la Gruyère” of black and white cows. On a hill, the tiny castle town of Gruyère with its busy mass of tourists.
Cycling Distance : 95 KM.
Elevation : ↑ 1,675 M; ↓ 1,520 M.
Day 8 Gruyères – Aigle/Montreux
Uphill through quiet, rugged Alpine pastures from Obergreyerz to Hongrin, occasionally resounding with army artillery fire. Intoxicating 1,000 M descent to the mildness of the Rhonetal, a sensuous downhill run through all climate zones. Today is your last day of cycling.
Cycling Distance : 65 – 95 KM.
Elevation : ↑ 1,330 M – 1,465 M; ↓ 1,645 M – 1,815 M.
Day 9 Depart Montreux or Extend Your Stay
Choose to sleep in or simply rest and relax until check out. Leave your bicycle at the hotel.
Inclusions
~ 8 nights in desired accommodation with breakfast;
~ 24-speed bicycle with 26” tyres, v-brakes, lights and hub dynamo on day 2 to day 8;
~ luggage transfer on day 2 – day 8;
~ ship crossing from Gersau to Beckenried (bicycle included);
~ detailed tour documentation (1 set per room);
~ elaborated route description;
~ GPS – data available;
~ service hotline.
Exclusions
~ air travel;
~ train to Lustenau;
~ cycling helmet;
~ personal travel insurance;
~ expenditure of personal effects;
~ tourism tax at each accommodation check in;
~ anything not specified in the itinerary.
Important Notes
~ this trip is self-guided.
~ non – refundable deposit : S$ 500 within 7 days upon confirmation. Balance payment is required 60 days prior to departure.
~ Should you require a visa to enter Switzerland, it is your responsibility to obtain such document before departure.
~ A Tourism Tax costing CHF 3 to CHF 5 per cyclist per night may be levied and cyclists required to pay this tax in cash at each accommodation each day upon check in.
~ Because cycling requires certain level of cardio and stamina exertion, it may not suitable for participants with chronic and/or acute disease. Please consider your physical condition before booking. Cyclists must ensure they are medically and physically able to travel and ride.
~ Trip grading is an indication on the difficulty of the activities included. Preparation and engaging in regular exercise to maintain good physical condition and active lifestyle prior to the trip will be most beneficial in ensuring you have full enjoyment of the trip. We are glad to discuss your concerns and answer your queries.
~ Options to upgrade to E-bike or road bike is available on this itinerary with a supplement.
~ Inclusion of the itinerary may be altered due to (not limited to) local conditions, accommodation book out, and/or other unexpected circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to make changes necessary and there will be no refund should you decide to discontinue with the trip.
~ Cyclist(s) is/are allowed to bring their own bicycle(s). Travel Wander and its European Partner cannot be held responsible for breakdown of cyclist’s own bicycle. In the event of a breakdown which results in trip not being completed, Travel Wander and its European Partner shall not be liable to refund any trip cost. Travel Wander and its European Partner will do their best to help the client to the next hotel or back to the start location. Any cost incurred shall be the responsibility of the cyclist.
~ Every effort is made to ensure the trip and included experiences take place during the ideal time or period of the year, however certain sights are subject to weather conditions and seasonal variations that are not within the control of Travel Wander and the Co-ordinator. Although you may get to see and/or experience, we cannot guarantee the sightings.
~ Provision of meals during the trip showcases local authenticity, cuisine and food culture of the places we are visiting. All food allergies and dietary restrictions must be disclosed to Travel Wander at the time of booking. We will use reasonable efforts to accommodate special requirements or requests but this is not always possible given the nature of the destinations visited and availability of options. We cannot guarantee that dietary needs or restrictions can be accommodated. Travel Wander is not liable for failure to accommodate or fulfil such requests. Meal supplementary charges may be imposed to meet your dietary needs.
~ Our utmost priority is always the safety of the cyclists. Therefore inclusion of the itinerary may be altered due to (not limited to) bad weather, local conditions, accommodation book out, the skill levels of the cyclists and/or other unexpected circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to make changes necessary and there will be no refund should you decide to discontinue with the trip.
~ Because cycling requires a certain level of cardio and stamina exertion, it is not suitable for cyclists with chronic and/or acute disease. Please consider your physical condition before booking. Cyclists must ensure they are medically and physically able to cycle.
~ If cyclist presents difficulty in completing the ride of the day, we strongly discourage the cyclist from continuing for the day with top priority on the safety of the cyclist (and travel companions) in mind. The cyclist can fast track to the next accommodation making use of public transportation (where available) or booking private transfer at cyclist’s own expense. Cyclists can use mobile applications such as Google Search, Google Map, etc. to source for fast-track options.
~ Cyclist may choose to terminate the ride early during any time of the planned cycling day or make it a rest day, and fast track to the next accommodation by making use of public transportation (where available) or booking private transfer at cyclist’s own expense. Should the cyclist wish to partake in other activities or sightseeing on the rest day, it will be at the cyclist’s own expense. Cyclists can use mobile applications such as Google Search, Google Map, etc. to source for fast-track options.
~ There is no refund for uncompleted cycling distances or missed inclusions.
~ Purchasing comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. See HERE for details.
~ By making a payment to Travel Wander LLP, you (and on behalf of the rest of travelling companions) acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to Travel Wander’s Booking Conditions and Other Important Information: Cancellation and Amendment, Modes of Payment, Privacy Policy, Indemnity Policy, and Terms & Conditions.
