Physical Requirements
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Group Size
- A maximum of 42 travelers, led by a local Grand Circle Program Director
Pacing
- 4 locations in 15 days, including 1 single-night stay
Physical Requirements
- Walk 1-2 miles unassisted and participate in 1-2 hours of physical activities daily, including stairs
- Three days of this trip may require 3 miles of walking and 3-5 hours of optional physical activity
- Not accessible for travelers using wheelchairs or scooters
- Travelers using walkers, crutches, or other mobility aids must travel with a companion to assist them
- We reserve the right for Program Directors to restrict participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home, if their limitations impact the group’s experience
Terrain & Transportation
- Several days at altitudes between 3,000-6,000 feet
- Uneven walking surfaces, including unpaved paths, hills, stairs, and cobblestones
- Travel by 51-seat motorcoach, public trains, and 50- to 200-seat boats
Climate
- Daytime temperatures range from 43-82°F during touring season
- June-August are the warmest months, with high humidity in Lake Maggiore
- April and October weather can be unpredictable and change quickly
- Alpine temperatures can drop suddenly with cold wind, rain, or snow year-round