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Mont Blanc Explorer - a Family Holiday in France - 2010/11 Itinerary

8 days - from $1220

• Experience mountain views, glaciers, sharp granite spires & the highest mountain in Europe
• Try out rafting & adventure rope parks
• Relax in Chamonix's pavement cafés, child-friendly restaurants & a traditional French market

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Alpine Trekking & Trails, Mountain Biking, Adventure Parks
The leisurely mountain biking explores different parts of the valley, travelling through thick forests and open Alpine meadows following easy trails and quiet roads. The adventure park at Les Contamines has a range of activities including horse riding and an aerial ropeway with tree slides At the park in Chamonix we try out rope swings, aerial ropeways, and a bungee trampoline. From the chalet, you will take exhilarating day-walks walking along well-maintained paths through pretty fir and larch forest with classic views of Chamonix and the great Alpine peaks. The highlight is the mighty Mer de Glace (sea of ice) - a huge, gleaming-white glacier with crevasses and steep sides.


Listen & Learn
In addition to having fun, there is ample opportunity to sample the local food, such as cheese fondue and even try out your French language skills. On the days in the mountains you will learn about the environment, and search for animal tracks and Alpine plants and discover why the glaciers are getting smaller. There is also the opportunity to have fun with map reading and a treasure hunt on the last day.


Chamonix & the Chalet
There are spectacular views of the Chamonix Valley and the Mont Blanc range in the two adjacent chalets just a few minutes from Chamonix. The chalets are ideal for families with 8 well-appointed twin rooms and a large dining area where everyone eats at the same table. The garden has a Jacuzzi and also a barbecue area.

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Itinerary:

Day 1 Join Geneva Airport and transfer to Chamonix. Day 2 Mountain bike Morning cycle ride through forest trails and quiet country roads in the Chamonix Valley, with the afternoon free for optional activities such as rock climbing or horse riding. Day 3 Adventure Park Day trip to Les Contamines Adventure Park with lake swimming, pedalos, tennis, horse riding and aerial ropeway with tree slides. Day 4 Mountain walks Along well-maintained forest trails with classic views of Chamonix and Alpine peaks. We also trek to see a glacier. Day 5 Cable car ride Optional activities on the free day including a cable car journey to Aiguille du Midi, hikes, rafting or rock climbing. Day 6 Emosson Lake Walk around the spectacular Emosson Lake and dam with the afternoon free at the chalet. Day 7 Local market Today you have the opportunity to try out your French language skills and sample traditional French food as we visit the local market in Chamonix. We then discover Chamonix's Adventure Park with many options including aerial rope-ways and a bungee trampoline. Day 8 Transfer to Geneva Airport where tour ends.

Accommodations: 7nts chalet; 7 breakfasts, 3 picnic lunches, 5 evening meals with wine included.
Transport: Bus/Mountain bike.
Comment: No experience is needed for any activity although you do need to be reasonably fit and active to enjoy the week. As a centre-based trip there is very little travelling and you can do as little or as much as you like.
Group: Approx. 9 to 15.
Staff: Explore Tour Leader, chalet staff and drivers.
Trip Reference: FMN2010

Dates & Prices
Start End Prices in US$ Child Price in US$ Local Payment Availability
25 Jul 1001 Aug 10$1220$1220 0
01 Aug 1008 Aug 10$1220$1220 0
08 Aug 1015 Aug 10$1220$1220 0
15 Aug 1022 Aug 10$1220$1220 0
22 Aug 1029 Aug 10$1220$1220 0
29 Aug 1005 Sep 10$1220$1220 0
24 Jul 1131 Jul 11$1280$1280 0
31 Jul 1107 Aug 11$1280$1280 0
07 Aug 1114 Aug 11$1280$1280 0
14 Aug 1121 Aug 11$1280$1280 0
21 Aug 1128 Aug 11$1280$1280 0
28 Aug 1104 Sep 11$1280$1280 0

Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2011 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2011/12 brochure, due to be published in October 2010.