Country Guide - Switzerland
Full Name
Swiss Confederation
Capital City
Bern
Currency
Swiss Franc
Timezone(s)
GMT +1
Plug Types
Voltage: 230V
Frequency (Hz): 50Hz
For the latest travel advice on visiting Switzerland:
>> Foreign & Commonwealth Office advice for travelling to Switzerland
>> BBC Country Profile on Switzerland
To purchase guidebooks and maps for your visit to Switzerland:
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2049
Flight Inclusive. Countries: France, Switzerland, Italy
For those who like to enjoy the comfort of a bed every night we offer the Mont Blanc circuit as a fully accommodated trek, with all nights spent in a variety of lodgings from family run 2 and 3-star hotels to basic inns or pensions.
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Trip code: TWO
Next departure: 15th June 2013
Max group size: 16
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Flight Inclusive. Countries: Switzerland, France, Italy
Home to the 1924 Winter Olympics, Chamonix is an impressive destination for a week of cross-country skiing. With extensive ski trails and easy access to Italy, our private bus ensures that we always find the best snow conditions and ski areas throughout the week.
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999
Flight Inclusive. Countries: France, Switzerland, Italy
The circuit of Mont Blanc is one of the finest walking routes in the Alps.
It is in reality a series of paths linking the seven valleys that surround the highest mountain in Western Europe. To complete the whole circuit normally takes a fortnight, but for those with…
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Trip code: TWN
Next departure: 6th July 2013
Max group size: 14
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Flight Inclusive. Countries: Switzerland, France, Italy
The Mont Blanc region justifiably lays claim to some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the world, and is a stunning setting for our week of activities. Both Italy and Switzerland border the Chamonix Valley, making this a truly international trip. We are based for…
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1349
Flight Inclusive. Countries: France, Switzerland, Italy
While some companies offer shorter versions of this itinerary, experience has taught us that 15 days is the ideal duration in which to truly appreciate this iconic Mont Blanc trek.
With the perfect balance of 10 days trekking and 3 rest days, our itinerary allows you…
Average review rating based on 55 reviews.
Trip code: TWB
Next departure: 22nd June 2013
Max group size: 16
