Trek from Switzerland to Italy. 65km Baggage Assisted Tour

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1 Trek from Switzerland to Italy 65km Baggage Assisted Tour

2 65km Baggage assisted Tour June till early October Thusis to Chiavenna (or in reverse) The Via Spluga represents a classic cultural hiking route within the central Alps which throughout the centuries has linked the towns of Thusis Switzerland and Chiavenna, Italy. Most of the Via Spluga winds its way gently along old mule-tracks which have either maintained their original characteristics or have at least been restored to something like their natural state. The route, as well as offering the opportunity to appreciate a slice of genuine history also permits the walker to get to know a very particular mountain terrain alongside the local population whose life has been particularly influenced by generations of travellers making their way across the Alpine pass. The Via Spluga is 65 kilometres in length. It leaves Thusis (720m) by way of the famous Via Mala gorge as far as Splügen (1457m). From this little town it turns towards the south, climbing up to the Spluga Pass at 2115m, which signals the highest point of the route. From here it thus begins its descent, taking in the entire length of Val San Giacomo until reaching Chiavenna at 333m. You can discover the Via Spluga by enjoying one of a number of packages on offer that includes transport of luggage from one hotel to the next.

3 Tour highlights: Rofla gorge with spectacular waterfalls Via Mala Gorge - extraordinary geological characteristics, a real breathtaking show St. Martino church and the regional museum in Zillis; Museum of the Via Spluga in Campodolcino; The Cardinello Gorge and the historical centre of Chiavenna;

4 Itinerary Option 1... Start Thusis...Finish Chiavenna 7 days /6 nights 1 st day: Arrival in Thusis a small, active town, where numerous hotels and shops of all kinds, offer along the main street of their merchandise. overnight, stay breakfast, packet lunch, luggage transportation. 2 nd day: way Thusis - Andeer (CH) arrival in Andeer, overnight, staybreakfast, packet lunch, luggage transportation. Thusis - Verlorenes Loch - Zillis, 9,5 Km 4 h. (+ 850 m./ m) Way Thusis/Sils - Via Traversina - Zillis, 11,5 km 5 h. (+ 990 m. / -730 m.) Museums & interests along the way: Via Mala Gorge, Curch and Museum of Zillis, Termal bath in Andeer. 3 rd day: way Andeer Splügen (CH) arrival in Splugen, overnight, breakfast, packet lunch, luggage transportation. Andeer - Splugen. 13 km, 5h. (+ 700 m. / -200 m.) Point of interset along the way: Roffla Gorge 4 th day: way Splügen Isola *(IT) arrival in Isola, overnight, breakfast, packet lunch, luggage transportation. *( option of staying in Madesimo.) Splugen - Isola. 15 km, 6 h. 30 min. (+ 700 m. / - 900m.) 5 th day: way Isola Chiavenna (IT) arrival in Chiavenna, overnight, breakfast, packet lunch. Isola - Chiavenna km, 6 h. (+100 m. / m.) Museums along the way: MUVIS, museum of the Via Spluga in Campodolcino, Church of Gallivaggio 6 th day: day to spend in Chiavenna. Overnight and breakfast Museums to visit in Chiavenna: Mill of Bottonera and Palazzo Vertemate in Prosto di Piuro (1,5 Km from Chiavenna, a short walk to the Acquafraggia watefalls in Borgonuovo) 7 th day: end of programm (Transfers to and from the airports in Milan can be organised) The package includes: N.6 overnights, n.6 breakfasts, n.5 packet lunch, luggage transports,1 trekking map, n. 1 entry to the Rofla Gorge, n. 1 entry to the Via Mala Gorge, n. 1 entry to the St. Martino churc and the regional museum in Zillis, 1 entry to thermal bath of Andeer (max. 2 hours), 1 entry to Museo of thevia Spluga in Campodolcino, n.1 entry to Mill of Bottonera in Chiavenna, n. 1 entry to Palazzo Vertemate Franchi in Piuro. The package does not include Flights&airport taxes Transfers to Chiavenna & return to Airport (transfers can be arranged or you can hire a car).any meals not indicated on itinerary,travel insurance,drinks, Souvenirs and personal spending and any extra transfers. Prices per person: Based on two sharing a double room, (single supplements apply. ) Adult 575pp Bed and Breakfast Child (until 12 years old): 365 Half-board option at 695 per person

5 Thusis The most recently-constructed parts of Thusis appeared following a fire in 1845, and along the carriageway here there are numerous hotels, guest houses and a host of shops. The Via Spluga moves on from Thusis along two quite different routes which head into the ViaMala gorge.

6 Andeer / Thermal Baths The Spa at Andeer boasting its mineral waters at an attractive 34, plays host to pools both inside and outdoors, a sauna and a health centre where it s possible to enjoy hydrotherapy treatments.

7 Montespluga Madesimo

8 Chiavenna - Italian food and culture A stroll through the little town s centre will throw up a whole host of references to its historic past. Of enormous interest is the Treasure Museum adjacent to the San Lorenzo rectory where there is an extensive array of sacred vessels, vestments, paintings, sculptures and work by goldsmiths on permanent display. La Pace (The Peace) is an absolute masterpiece of the medieval goldsmith s art.

9 Useful information Route The Via Spluga is a mountain path and it s important to follow the route indicated. Take appropriate equipment. The walk is usually undertaken independently and not accompanied (however Alpine Guides are available on request at extra cost). Duration of the walks Times indicated naturally do not include breaks and visits. We recommend that when calculating the timing for each stage you allow for opportunities to explore all that the route has to offer along the way. Italian-Swiss border A valid identity document/passport is required. Hotel Categories Hotels will be allocated at the time of booking (all rooms have private bathrooms). Luggage Transport You are kindly requested to write on all luggage your, full name, destination and hotel. One bag per person is the allowed.. Left Luggage It s possible to leave luggage at the Tourist Office in Chiavenna, located inside the railway station. The price for each bag: up to 2 hrs, one euro; from 2-4 hrs, 3 euro; all day, 5 euro. Download further information and bus timetable

10 Hotels are allocated at the time of booking dependant on availability,all rooms are en-suite...a sample of Hotels available on the Spluga route. Thusis - Switzerland Hotel Campell Tel. +41 (0) Andeer- Switzerland Hotel Viamala Tel. +41 (0) Hotel Weiss Kreuz Tel. +41 (0) Hotel Fravi Tel. +41 (0) Hotel Weisses Kreuz Tel. +41 (0) Hotel Post Tel. +41 (0) Hotels page 1

11 Splugen - Switzerland Hotel Piz Tambo Tel.+41 (0) Hotel Suretta Tel.+41 (0) Hotel Weiss Kreuz Tel+41 (0) Madesimo / Isola - Italy Hotel Emet Madesimo Tel Hotel Soldanella Madesimo Tel Hotel Mangusta Tel ngusta.it Hotels Page 2

12 Chiavenna - Italy Hotel Crimea Tel Hotel Flora Tel Hotel San Lorenzo Tel Hotel Conradi Tel Hotels Page 3

13 Contact Us tel A booking deposit of 30% is required at the time of booking...full payment is due 8 weeks before departure or full payment if it falls within the 8 week before departure date. Hotels are allocated at the time of booking