ALPINE MAGIC ITINERARY:
Day One Arrive in Stresa
Upon arrival at the Milan Airport, an Adventures by Disney
representative meets you and escorts you to your transfer
vehicle. Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and
brings you to the Regina Palace Hotel in Stresa, Italy.
Welcome Reception and Dinner: Gather with your fellow
adventurers for a private reception and a buffet dinner as your
Adventure Guides set the stage and orient you to your
multinational surroundings. Meal Included: Dinner Day
2 Mini Boat Cruise and Tour of Isola Bella Island
After a full American-style buffet breakfast at the hotel,
ferry forth to the baroque beauty of Isola Bella Island. A local
expert brings you through the exquisite gardens to discover the
overlapping terraces, statues, fragrant camellias, bright blooms
and fountains. Within the palazzo a wealth of royal artistry
awaits in everything from the Flemmish tapestries to the ornate
furnishings. Wine Tasting in Stresa, afternoon On Your Own
Say buonasera to your fellow adventurers at an exclusive
family-style dinner. The Monterosso is a rustic restaurant
nestled on a grand estate surrounded by the verdant Verbano
pastures. Relish the fresh fruits and vegetables grown right
there on the farm as they make your meal even more delectable.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Pony Rides* - Junior Adventurers saddle up for a pony ride
while adults sit back with a glass of wine as they continue to
experience the taste of true amore.
*Pony rides are restricted to ages 12 and younger.
Day 3 Depart for Como
Eat a hearty buffet breakfast before you board the motor
coach to romantic Como with its 400-year-old buildings and
Romanesque basilicas. Private Italian Cooking Class, lunch
at Centro Studi Casnati
Lake Como Boat Cruise: Breathe in the poetic scenery that
inspired Rossini and Verdi to compose musical masterpieces as
you enjoy this exclusive boat tour of one of Italy's most famous
lakes. Beneath the silhouette of the Alps, sit back and revel in
the passing Baroque villas, fanciful gardens and blossoms
bursting with ravishing hues.
Dinner On Your Own in Stresa. Meals Included: Breakfast
and Lunch
Day 4 Depart Stresa for Zermatt, Switzerland
Board a motor coach after a last buffet breakfast at the
Regina Palace and head over the formidable Simplon Pass. Wind
down this path of antiquity and experience the thrill of the
black peaks rising around you like titans standing against the
sky.
Cheese Fondue Lunch at Le Mazot: Dip into the steaming
melted cheeses of the Alps during this exclusive lunch at the
charming Le Mazot Restaurant, perched near the famous Matterhorn
mountain. Fondue is a heavenly specialty of Alpine cuisine, so
indulge in this creamy feast!
Dinner On Your Own in Zermatt: Ask your Adventure Guides
to make arrangements for a memorable meal for you and your
family. Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 5 Forest Fun Park Zip Lining
Ride in a mini electric car to the Forest Fun Park—no
regular cars allowed! Then harness up and soar through the crisp
pines over creeks and paths on the park's zip lines. It's an
afternoon of fun and adrenaline for the whole family!
Lunch and Afternoon On Your Own in Zermatt
Junior Adventurer Dinner at Alpen Hotel: As adults dine
together on regional specialties, Junior Adventurers gather at a
separate section of the restaurant for a kid-friendly meal.
Disney Movie Night: Time for adults to take a break at the
resort from the day's activities while Junior Adventurers enjoy
a Disney movie! If grownups prefer, they can join in on the fun.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 6 Journey to Lake Lucerne
Come together for one last breakfast at the resort before
boarding a train to Taesch, where you and your fellow
adventurers then ride via motor coach to Andermatt. Travel one
of the highest and most scenic passes in Switzerland—the Furka
Pass, which stands at 7,975 feet or 2,431 meters. Lunch at
the Kronen Hotel Restaurant. Biking Along Lake Lucerne
Dinner at the Hotel: Relax at this dinner in one of the
hotel's private dining rooms and delight in delicious Swiss
cuisine. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7 Visit to Husky Camp
Fuel up at the hotel breakfast buffet for a close encounter
of the tail-wagging kind! Climb aboard the motor coach and
journey to the Husky Camp, home to the many breeds of sled dogs.
Take an privately guided tour of the kennel and hear from a dog
trainer about these true heroes of the Alps. Feel your heart
melt as you meet these brave, playful pups and walk with them in
the forested region.
Lunch at the Husky Camp: After you "wag" up an appetite,
relish a hearty lunch at the camp before heading back to Lake
Lucerne. Afternoon On Your Own at Lake Lucerne
Dinner On Your Own at Lake Lucerne: Your Adventure Guides
can recommend the best restaurant for your family. Meals
Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 8 Ballenberg Open Air Museum
Start the morning with a American-style breakfast buffet,
then board the motor coach for the Ballenberg Museum, where the
bygone centuries of Switzerland come to life! Tour the museum
and learn about the region's fascinating history. Lunch at
the Museum and Afternoon On Your Own
Farewell Dinner at Ritter Burgfluh Restaurant:
Three Swiss alpenhorn blowers herald your arrival with
traditional Swiss music as you sip a welcome drink at this
private farewell feast. At this lakefront restaurant with a warm
medieval décor, welcome the legendary character and Swiss
national hero, William Tell. Dressed in 14th-century clothing,
the famous marksman brings a tale or two before the beginning of
a sumptuous, family-style dinner. After the meal, a surprise
awaits as you reminisce with your fellow adventurers about your
trip.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 9 Breakfast at the Hotel
Say goodbye to your newfound friends and enjoy one last meal
in Switzerland.
Transfer to Airport: Board pre-arranged transportation to
the airport and say "auf wiedersehen" until you return again!
Meal Included: Breakfast
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The Alpine family vacation from Adventures by Disney offers a
land tour package with a journey that begins in Stresa, Italy
with a tour of breathtaking Isola Bella Island and a cooking
class in romantic Como. Then be swept up to the astounding
heights of Zermatt, Switzerland in the shadow of the mystical
Matterhorn Mountain. Follow in the footsteps of the ancient
Celts as you approach the historic shores of idyllic Lake
Lucerne. There the silvery sled dogs of the Husky Camp await for
a walk in the woods. It's an adventure that will leave you
yodeling!
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TOUR OVERVIEW |
Disney Difference
- The services of two Adventure Guides
- Family Activities and special fun for the kids
- Accommodations
- Scheduled meals, activities & entertainment
- Luggage service
- Transportation within your adventure
- Cultural entertainment with local experts
- VIP access and exclusive activities
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DEPARTURE DATES & RATES |
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Departure - Return Dates |
Adult |
Child |
| May 24,
2009 - Jun 01, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Jun 07,
2009 - Jun 15, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Jun 14,
2009 - Jun 22, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Jun 21,
2009 - Jun 29, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Jun 28,
2009 - Jul 06, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Jul 02,
2009 - Jul 10, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Jul 05,
2009 - Jul 13, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Jul 12,
2009 - Jul 20, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Jul 19,
2009 - Jul 27, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Jul 26,
2009 - Aug 03, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Aug 02,
2009 - Aug 10, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Aug 06,
2009 - Aug 14, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Aug 09,
2009 - Aug 17, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Aug 16,
2009 - Aug 24, 2009 |
$3,599 |
$3,239 |
| Sep 06,
2009 - Sep 14, 2009* |
$3,599 |
N/A |
* Adult Only (18 and over).
Your land package pricing, which will be
confirmed once we receive your USD$300 per person deposit,
is guaranteed at the time of booking for your party.
Government fees or taxes are subject to change. Guests added
to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing
rate at the time they are added. The child rate applies to
Guests under 12 at the time of travel when accompanied by an
adult in the same room. Guests under 18 must be accompanied
by a parent or legal guardian. Note on
Accommodations: Subject to availability:
• Parties of three are accommodated in one room with either
two double beds or one double bed and a rollaway.
• Parties of four booked as a quad: In Stresa, quads
must be accommodated in two connecting rooms each having
either two double beds or one king bed. In Zermatt and Lake
Lucerne, quads are accommodated in one room with one queen
bed and two rollaways. Connecting rooms may be requested in
Zermatt and Lake Lucerne.
• Parties of four booked as two doubles are
accommodated in two rooms, each having either two double
beds or one king bed. Connecting rooms and rollaways may be
requested.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS |
What is the climate like?
Italy: The climate of Milan/Stresa area is
Mediterranean and the weather may vary. Summers can be hot and
humid during the day, with temperatures rising above 86 degrees
Fahrenheit (30 degrees Celsius) during August.
April - October: Average temps between 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit
(21-27 degrees Celsius) during the day and 50-60 degrees
Fahrenheit (10-16 degrees Celsius) at night.
July - September: hot and humid during the day. Evenings are
cool so bring a sweater.
Switzerland: The temperature is moderate with no extremes
of hot and cold, so Switzerland can be visited at any time of
year. Summer is warm to hot lasting from about June to
September.
July - August: Average daytime temp between 60-86 degrees
Fahrenheit (16-30 degrees Celsius).
April - October: Average daytime temp between 46 - 59 degrees
Fahrenheit (8-15 degrees Celsius).
Depending on the altitude, the temperature range may vary. The
wettest time of year is from June to August.
How strenuous are the activities?
While in Switzerland, the altitude ranges from 5,276 feet (1,608
meters) above sea level to just over 10,000 feet (3,048 meters)
above sea level.
Most of the trip occurs at 5,000 feet. However, the altitude
rises as high as 7,500 feet for a short coach ride on the
Simplon Pass.
The trip includes a canopy zip lining experience (size
restrictions apply) and a gentle bike ride on a paved path.
While nearly all of the trip's featured activities are gentle if
enjoyed separately, the full range of activities requires a
moderate amount of stamina in order to get the most out of your
vacation.
What ages are appropriate for this adventure?
While we welcome children ages 4 and up on our Alpine Magic
trip, we recommend that children be at least 6 years old at the
time of travel. This is based on several factors, such as flight
time and jet lag, time zone differences in the destination,
duration of the vacation, extended hours of daily activity
programming, number of internal transports between experiences,
potential for extreme temperatures in the summer months, and
amount of physical activity (e.g., walking, biking, and zip
lining). Because each child is different, call a Concierge Agent
to discuss whether this is the right trip for your kids.
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