With a beautiful position in the French Alps in the high alpine resort of La Clusaz, this itinerary covers the beautiful resorts of Chamonix, Annecy and the chic lakeside spa town of Evianles-Bains. Based at the Hotel Alpen Roc, it’s a matter of haute cuisine in the high Alps!
Mark says…
The Hotel Alpen Roc is an ever-popular client choice. Key selling points include a comprehensive breakfast and dinner buffet. Guests will never tire of the breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding alpine scenery from the bar, whilst appreciating free-flowing drinks.”
Scenic French Alps & Lake Annecy
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 La Clusaz
Today we enjoy a day at leisure in our resort. Relax in La Clusaz and perhaps decide to take one of the numerous gondolas or chairlifts, which are open all year round at weekends, to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the mountains. An informal visit to a
local cheese producer can be arranged.
Day 3 Annecy
This morning, we embark on an excursion to Annecy. Often described as the ‘Venice of the Alps’, this beautiful lakeside town is blessed with charming canals and narrow streets waiting to be explored. On Tuesday these canals and streets are lined with a bustling market. Our 90-minute guided walking tour gives us an insight into the history of this popular summer resort. Afterwards, we have some free time for lunch in one of the many waterside restaurants, before we enjoy a 1-hour circular cruise on the lake itself in the afternoon.
Day 4 Chamonix & Glacier Train
Today we journey to the chic mountain resort of Chamonix. We spend the day here enjoying the relaxing town centre and taking in the numerous sights, including the impressive Aiguille du Midi. After free time for lunch in the town, we board the Train du Montenvers for our return journey up to view the impressive glacier known as the Mer de Glace. Departing from Chamonix, this famous rack and pinion railway brings us to the Montenvers site at 1,913 metres for an imposing panorama of the Mer de Glace glacier. At the summit, we can descend via cable car and walk within the glacier itself. (Please note: this requires a significant number of steps and is not suitable for those with walking difficulties). In addition, we can visit the museum at the summit known as the Glacorium, which charts the evolution of the glacier over the centuries.
Day 5 Yvoire & Evian-les-Bains
Today we drive through the majestic Alps to the lakeside spa town of Evian-les-Bains – famous for its mineral water – where we spend some time at leisure. We then travel to the lakeside village of Yvoire on the shores of magnificent Lake Geneva. This charming medieval village has hardly changed over the centuries, with beautifully decorated houses and gardens, and lots of shops and cafés to explore. We take a circular cruise on Lake Geneva from Yvoire’s pretty port.
Day 6 Departure
After breakfast, we begin our journey home.
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 La Clusaz
Today we enjoy a day at leisure in our resort. Relax in La Clusaz and perhaps decide to take one of the numerous gondolas or chairlifts, which are open all year round at weekends, to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the mountains. An informal visit to a
local cheese producer can be arranged.
Day 3 Annecy
This morning, we embark on an excursion to Annecy. Often described as the ‘Venice of the Alps’, this beautiful lakeside town is blessed with charming canals and narrow streets waiting to be explored. On Tuesday these canals and streets are lined with a bustling market. Our 90-minute guided walking tour gives us an insight into the history of this popular summer resort. Afterwards, we have some free time for lunch in one of the many waterside restaurants, before we enjoy a 1-hour circular cruise on the lake itself in the afternoon.
Day 4 Chamonix & Glacier Train
Today we journey to the chic mountain resort of Chamonix. We spend the day here enjoying the relaxing town centre and taking in the numerous sights, including the impressive Aiguille du Midi. After free time for lunch in the town, we board the Train du Montenvers for our return journey up to view the impressive glacier known as the Mer de Glace. Departing from Chamonix, this famous rack and pinion railway brings us to the Montenvers site at 1,913 metres for an imposing panorama of the Mer de Glace glacier. At the summit, we can descend via cable car and walk within the glacier itself. (Please note: this requires a significant number of steps and is not suitable for those with walking difficulties). In addition, we can visit the museum at the summit known as the Glacorium, which charts the evolution of the glacier over the centuries.
Day 5 Yvoire & Evian-les-Bains
Today we drive through the majestic Alps to the lakeside spa town of Evian-les-Bains – famous for its mineral water – where we spend some time at leisure. We then travel to the lakeside village of Yvoire on the shores of magnificent Lake Geneva. This charming medieval village has hardly changed over the centuries, with beautifully decorated houses and gardens, and lots of shops and cafés to explore. We take a circular cruise on Lake Geneva from Yvoire’s pretty port.
Day 6 Departure
After breakfast, we begin our journey home.
Hotel Alpen Roc
La Clusaz, French Alps
Nestled in the mountains between Chamonix and Annecy, you will find Hotel Alpen Roc, located in the centre of La Clusaz, with the main shopping street and cable car within easy walking distance. The hotel is decorated in a wooden chalet style throughout. On the ground floor you will find a large restaurant serving a fabulous buffet. The first floor is home to an open plan bar with an open fire in middle of room. The 108 traditionally furnished bedrooms are equipped with a TV, hairdryer and safe. There is also a sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and indoor swimming pool.
• Ground floor rooms • Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is off-site & free of charge
Hotel Alpen Roc
La Clusaz, French Alps
5 Nights Half Board
Inclusions
• Return short sea crossing
• 90-minute guided walking tour of Annecy
• 1-hour circular cruise of Lake Annecy
• Return journey on Montenvers Glacier Train including glacier visit
• 1-hour circular cruise on Lake Geneva from Yvoire
Please refer to your quote for hotel inclusions.
HOTEL ALPEN ROC FREE BAR
Free wine, beer, soft drinks, tea & coffee all day. An even greater range of free alcoholic & soft drinks in the bar from 18:00 hrs.
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