You ride through some of Switzerland's most scenic alpine routes of hills covered in forest, pastures and fields of wild flowers. Rock peaks jut up abruptly from the gentle hills of these mountains composed of limestone that originates from the ancient Tethys Ocean. A beautiful backdrop of high Alps dominated by the spectacular Saentis peak and located in the northern most range.
Day 1: Getting to know you: We meet you the evening before the tour and transfer you to your hotel located in a small village within the pre-Alps. This allows us the opportunity to rise early the next morning for a full day of instruction and riding, do a bike fitting, enjoy a Swiss welcoming drink and get to know one another.
Day 2: Theory Lesson & Introduction to the Adventure of Mt. Biking: After a theory and technique class conducted by your certified Swiss mountain bike instructor and guide, your skills are tested on the local par course. This short course of 23 km/15 miles includes 650 meters of elevation change and passes through the incredibly picturesque hill trails & mountain tracks of an area known for fine cheese & Swiss tradition. Later we tour colorful Appenzell, famed for its handicrafts.
Day 3: Technical Instructions and More Challenging Course: We embark on a fun ride of 35 km (22 miles) and 1000 meters of climbs where you will continually apply what you've learned the past days. We enjoy continual views of dramatic mountain peaks, rich green hillsides and quaint villages. We even have time to stop for some cheese and schnapps tasting. We end our day sharing in the traditional Swiss fondue made from locally produced cheeses.
Day 4: Departure: After breakfast we transfer you to the St. Gallen train terminal. A tour of the town is an option if your time is permitting.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
What's Included:
* 3 nights in upper scale 3 star lodgings (double occupancy/single supplements available)
* All transfers
* Bike rentals & helmets
* All Breakfast & lunches
* One Special Fondue Dinner
* Welcome drink
* Support Van
* Technical seminar and theory instruction by certified instructor
* 2 guided mountain bike tours
* 1 city tour
Available Options: Saunas, swimming pools, tennis, massage, shopping
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