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Peaks and Passes: St Anton & the Western Alps
Silvretta High Alpine Road
The stylish resort of St Anton became the first truly international ski destination when the Orient Express transported the rich and famous to this winter wonderland. In the summer months, St Anton is even more beautiful and is a great base from which to explore the area’s stunning scenery and neighbouring countries – find out more below!
SUGGESTED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 St Anton Driver’s Day Off
our journey a genuine highlight of our tour. Along the way, we are treated to views over the towering, 3,312-metre Piz Buin peak, the highest mountain in Vorarlberg. Day 5 Chur & Arosabahn We spend this morning at leisure in the Swiss city of Chur, which boasts a well-preserved old town. We have time to stroll the picturesque, traffic-free alleyways, see landmarks like the Bishop’s Court – home to the Episcopal Palace Museum and Cathedral of St Mary – and discover the shops and cafés. Next, we join the Chur-Arosa railway line, also called the Arosabahn. This lovely mountain railway takes us on a return journey from Chur to Arosa, climbing 1,000 metres in just 26 kilometres through unspoilt countryside, and negotiating tight curves, steep inclines and the famous Langwieser Viaduct across the River Plessur. (Please note, this journey must be booked as a return.) Day 6 Departure After breakfast, we begin our journey home.
We spend today at leisure in St Anton where there is plenty to see and do. We can take advantage of our St Anton Summer Card , which includes entrance to St Anton Museum and the complimentary use of local bus services. Day 3 Lake Constance This morning, we make our way to Bregenz, framed by impressive mountain chains and nestled beside Lake Constance. There is time to enjoy and explore the medieval centre of this delightful city and see the massive Baroque onion spire of St Martin’s Tower before we make the short journey around the shores of Lake Constance to the town of Lindau. Situated on an island and brimming with medieval and half- timbered buildings, this charming German town has plenty to admire. We enjoy some free time here before our return journey. Day 4 Silvretta High Alpine Pass Today we enjoy a spectacular drive over one of the most beautiful Alpine passes: the Silvretta Pass, which twists and turns around 30 hairpin bends through a wonderland of Tyrolean scenery – making
Sporthotel St Anton St Anton am Arlberg, Tyrol plus The 4-star, family-run Sporthotel occupies a
traditional Tyrolean building in the pedestrianised centre of the mountain town of St Anton and is known for its warm hospitality. The comfortable bedrooms are tastefully furnished in an Alpine-country style and are all equipped with a TV and hairdryer. Dining-wise, the hotel offers a steakhouse and a comfortable bar with wine cellar and a café-restaurant, where guests can enjoy Austrian specialities. • Lift • Leisure facilities • Welcome drink • Set menu on arrival night • Choice of main on 4 nights • Coach parking is off-site & free of charge
5 Nights Half Board Based on Sunday arrivals
INCLUSIONS • Return short sea crossing • St Anton Summer Card
Lindau & Lake Constance
Chur
St Anton
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