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Christmas in the French Alps
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.
Tour Includes
- 6 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- Christmas Day lunch
- Convenient local joining points or Door-to-Door service
- 4 evening meals
7 days from £1,539pp
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Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to northern France for an overnight stay.
We continue to Challes-les-Eaux for a four-night stay.
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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.
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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.
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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’.
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We leave the Alps and head through France to reach our hotel for an overnight stay in northern France.
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Return home.
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Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star superior Château des Comtes de Challes.
Château des Comtes de Challes
Ideally located for touring the French Alps, the hotel is only five miles from the town of Chambery and a short walk takes you to the small resort of Challes-les-Eaux, with spa, cafés and shops. The hotel is comprised of three buildings, built around a courtyard which retains much of its original character; with antique artefacts and beautifully furnished public rooms. The hotel has been lovingly restored with the period fireplace and exposed beams in the dining room. Enjoy fine traditional cuisine, where the emphasis is on local produce, or relax by the outdoor pool and on the terrace, which affords magnificent views over the valley and surrounding countryside. The hotel also has its own private chapel and boasts well-appointed rooms which, in keeping with the château, all vary in size and style. The château also has its own historic wine cellar.
Hotel Facilities
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- 3 Star
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- Hairdryer
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Luxuria Coach
Stylish and modern, state-of-the-art Luxuria is the business class of coaches. Boasting comfort of the highest standard, sink into the deluxe armchair-style seats, stretch out with much more space around you, and enjoy a vast choice of entertainment on your personal touch-screen TV.
Luxuria Features
- Deluxe armchair-style seats with leather exterior, central arm rests* with cup holders, adjustable headrests and retractable calf rests on most seats to give you a more comfortable journey.
*Face to face seats are forward and rear facing with a table and will not have a calf rest. - Every seat has its own, fully interactive, touch-screen TV offering a wide choice of entertainment so you can control what you want to watch and when.
- There’s a selection of double and single seats, including six face-to-face seats with tables, and five single seats which are ideal for passengers travelling independently.
- Plug sockets and USB points at each seat mean you can keep your devices fully charged throughout your journey.
- Onboard toilet.
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