Christmas in the French Alps
Christmas in the French Alps
$1811
Christmas in the French Alps
7 Days Starting in Northern France and ending in Paris, France
Visiting: France, Challes-les-Eaux, Annecy, Chamonix, Paris
Tour operator:
Tour code:
7xfcx
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
The sheer beauty of France’s Savoie Alps leaves you almost lost for words, with its dramatic snowy mountain peaks, picture-perfect towns and villages, and tranquil Alpine lakes. Our range of exciting excursions guarantees to make your festive season truly memorable, with highlights including stunning Annecy, where you immerse yourself in the magic of its Christmas market, and the gorgeous town of Chamonix. With a delicious Christmas Day lunch in the company of your fellow travellers, this magical break is the perfect way to celebrate Christmas.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Dec 22
Location: France
Accommodation: Hotel, Overnight Stay
Meals Included: No Meals
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to northern France for an overnight stay.
Day 2 : Dec 23
Location: Challes-les-Eaux
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star superior Château des Comtes de Challes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We continue to Challes-les-Eaux for a four-night stay, taking in the awe-inspiring scenery of the Savoie Alps along the way.
Day 3 : Christmas Eve Annecy
Location: Annecy
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star superior Château des Comtes de Challes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Our Alpine extravaganza continues today with an included excursion to the town of Annecy, placed right on the shores of its namesake, Lake Annecy. Explore the picturesque lakeside promenade, and be sure to wander through the quaint old town, with its Christmas markets offering everything from festive delicacies to handmade clothing and local Savoyard dishes. Often referred to as the 'Venice of the Alps', the medieval quarter is a photographer’s delight.
Tonight, we enjoy a special Christmas Eve dinner.
Day 4 : Christmas Day
Location: Challes-les-Eaux
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star superior Château des Comtes de Challes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend a leisurely day in our resort. Explore the château, which was the former home of the Dukes of Savoie, stroll around the beautiful grounds, or stretch your legs with a wander into the local village, before enjoying a delicious Christmas lunch.
Day 5 : Boxing Day Chamonix
Location: Chamonix
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star superior Château des Comtes de Challes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join our included excursion to Chamonix. Browsing around the little shops is a pleasure, and you will have a large choice of cafés and restaurants for your lunch. The town is about 3,500 feet above sea level and sits astride the River Arve, which rises into the Mer de Glace – Mont Blanc’s largest glacier, known as the ‘Sea of Ice’.
Day 6 : Dec 27
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Hotel, Overnight Stay
Meals Included: Breakfast
We leave the Alps and head through France to reach our hotel for an overnight stay in the Paris area.
Day 7 : Dec 28
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
This trip includes coach travel from/to a local UK joining point
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Fully Guided
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International Travel
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star superior Château des Comtes de Challes.
Check out our Q&As
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Some tours carry a supplement for solo travellers, please ask for details if the Single price is not shown
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Fully escorted by our experienced drivers/crews. And in most towns and cities we either include or offer optional sightseeing tours with expert local guides to help you get the most from your visits.
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What type of coach will be used?
You will travel on either our Luxuria Coach or our Silver Service Coach
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
On Leger Coach Holidays, your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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