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A lpenwild, the largest tour operator offering world-class walking, hiking, trekking and culinary experiences in the Swiss Alps, is seeing an explosion of interest among food travelers willing to splurge on a luxury vacation to get a sense of place through locally inspired cuisine. Greg Witt, founder of Alpenwild Tours, says, “Tours that include everything from foraging for forest truffles along with a Lagotto Romangnolo dog, to hands-on experiences making artisanal bread, cheese and chocolate are extremely popular for foodies who love to delve into the local culture.” Alpenwild’s food and chocolate tours showcase the finest
peaks in the Alps—and the immense glaciers which flank its slopes. A final offering from Alpenwild; Slow travel, an emerging global trend in the luxury travel segment, enables travelers to soak in scenic panoramas available by train, as well as uncover the vibrant culture and local charm of small towns on foot. “Our Scenic Alps by Rail tour really appeals to slow travelers—those who want to take in the beauty of the Alps, experience the local culture, and explore charming Swiss towns at a relaxed pace,” Witt explains. “This is no whirlwind, five countries in seven days tour. It’s about enjoying and exploring a region in depth. And, the unforgettable Alps scenery is the icing on the cake.”
regional cuisine in Switzerland while sprinkling in easy walks, ranging from three to five miles a day. Every night, guests dine on superb cuisine– often at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Along the way, participants stay in comfortable, boutique, three-, four- and five-star inns and hotels capturing the essence of the Swiss Alps. Alpenwild has also been wowing guests with walks across the new pedestrian suspension bridge, the world’s longest, which just recently
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opened between Grächen and Zermatt. This leading tour operator has already incorporated the new pedestrian bridge into popular treks such as the Chamonix-Zermatt Haute Route, and the Eiger to Matterhorn, as well as day hikes in Zermatt. “Hikers love it — it is a real adrenaline rush. As part of the Europaweg trail near Zermatt, the bridge has been an immediate sensation for trekkers on our trips who previously had to make a three-hour detour to avoid the danger of rockfall,” says Witt. The new bridge is a ribbon of steel gracefully draped near the highest peaks of the Swiss Alps. From the bridge, hikers can gaze across the valley to the 14,783-foot Weisshorn—one of the highest
The tour features iconic settings such as St. Moritz, Zermatt, Gruyères and Lucerne. While meandering through the Swiss Alps, guests will see the original setting where Switzerland was founded as a country. Picturesque lakes and stunning alpine scenery are enjoyed in a relaxed setting. Alpenwild is the number one purveyor of adventure travel in the Alps, with decades of experience. The company delivers a wide variety of active tours enriched by local cultural experiences, luxury accommodations, gourmet meals, culinary experiences, and the unrivaled beauty of the Swiss Alps. 801/226-9026. alpenwild.com
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