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Chamonix Excursions

Excursionsfor Chamonix

 

1. Gourmet treasure hunt in and around Chamonix - approx 3 hours and a fun way to learn about the area and the local delicacies. Hunt includes GPS i pads to use and 3 tastings of traditional Savoyard specialties. This tour is on foot around Chamonix - $148 - minimum of 15 people 

 

2. Local Wine and cheese tasting with our expert sommelier and cheeses from Meilleur Ouvrier de France Maître Fromager. Discover everything you need to know about some wonderful locally sourced products of the Northern French Alps - $91 need a minimum of 40people

Duration : 2 hours

Included :

  • Services of a wine expert
  • 5 wines and 5 cheeses
  • Glasses
  • Room rental in the hotel

3 Trip to Martigny, Switzerland 

Martigny is a town in the canton of Valais in Switzerland. It is located in the Rhône valley, at the foot of the Swiss Alps. The town has a population of around 15,000 people and is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. It is home to several museums, including the Fondation Pierre Gianadda, which houses a collection of art, archaeology, and automobiles, as well as the Musée d'Art et d'Histoire, which has exhibits on the history and culture of the Valais region. Martigny is also a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails in the surrounding area. $222 (minimum of 15 people) 

Included

Transfers

visit to the winery and lunch with wines

winery tour

4. Wine Tour day :  

  • Alpine vintages are honoured throughout the tour of the Savoyard vineyards.Savoy is a historical region in the eastern French Alps. It is known for its beautiful landscapes, ski resorts, and a number of famous wine-producing areas. The Savoyard wine region is located in the Savoie and Haute-Savoie departments of France, and it produces a variety of white, red, and rosé wines. The Savoyard wine region is known for its cool climate, which is influenced by the Alps and the Jura Mountains. This cool climate is well-suited to the production of white wines, and the region is particularly known for its production of white wines made from the Jacquère grape variety. These wines are light, crisp, and refreshing, with flavors of green apples and citrus. The Savoyard wine region also produces red wines, which are made from grape varieties such as Mondeuse, Gamay, and Pinot Noir. These red wines tend to be light- to medium-bodied, with flavors of red fruit and spice. In addition to white and red wines, the Savoyard wine region also produces rosé wines, which are made from a blend of red and white grapes. These rosé wines are light, fresh, and fruity, with flavors of strawberry and raspberry. The Savoyard wine region has a long history of wine production, and it is home to many small, family-owned wineries that produce high-quality wines using traditional techniques. If you are interested in trying Savoyard wines, look for bottles labeled with the "AOC Savoie" or "AOC Haute-Savoie" appellation, which indicates that the wines were produced in accordance with the region's strict production standards.
  • INCLUDED :
  • Bus for the day
  • 3 wine makers visit and tastings
  • lunch in a typical Auberge (a traditional style Inn found in France particularly in rural areas. Usually a family run establishment serving regional specialties -  $337- need a minimum of 20 people for this one 



5. Day trip to Annecy - looping through the Aravis Mountains

Duration = whole day

Annecy is a town located in the Haute- Savoie department in the Auvergne- Rhone -Alpes region in southeastern France. Famous for its picturesque setting on Lake Annecy, surrounded by French Alps. There is a charming old town with narrow streets and colorful houses as well as a castle that dates back to the 13th century. The lake and the surrounding mountains provide a beautiful backdrop to the town which also has a number of museums, galleries and cultural attractions such as the Musee-Chateau d'Annecy. Looping through the Aravis mountains is also a beautiful drive - the range stretches approximately 22 miles and reaches an elevation of 8,559 feet and several small villages including, La Clusaz, Les Gets & Le Grand Bornand.

Included:

Bus for the day

Guided visit of Annecy

Trip thru the Aravis Mountains

Visit a traditional cheese-maker farm and reblochon cheese tasting

$176 per person (minimum of 15 people

When:
Saturday, January 14, 2023, 8:00 AM until Saturday, January 21, 2023, 5:00 PM
Where:
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Michael McBride
Trip Leader
Category:
Trips
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Gourmet treasure hunt
Local Wine and Cheese tasting
Day tour to Martigny, Switzerland
Wineries Tour
Annecy cheese maker farm