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Lakes & Mountains of Switzerland
8 DAYS FROM £680
Enjoy breathtaking views, invigorating mountain air and exhilarating train rides as we take you on a panoramic Alpine tour.
Included Highlights
Appenzell Visit
Vaduz Visit
Swiss Alps Scenic drive
St Moritz Visit
Bernina Express Alpine train ride
Lake Como Scenic drive
Lugano Visit
Lake Maggiore Scenic drive
Zermatt Alpine train ride
Matterhorn View
Lake Geneva Scenic drive
Gruyere Visit (including cheese factory)
Berne Visit
Interlaken Visit
Lucerne Visit
Your Price Includes
Flights: UK - Zurich - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Meals on tour 7 breakfasts (B) and 3 dinners (D)
Professional tour director on tour and local representative in resort
Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
Transfers between overseas airport and hotels
All local and airport taxes/service charges
Single share option (on tour only) no supplement to pay
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Zurich.
Fly to Zurich where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for one night. (D)
DAY 2: Zurich - Appenzell - Vaduz - St Moritz.
Drive amongst the spectacular scenery of some of Switzerland's most famous cantons, stopping first at the old town of Appenzell with its quaint wooden houses and legendary 'Landsgemeindeplatz', a centuries-old meeting place. Next, head east through the tiny principality of Liechtenstein to its ancient capital Vaduz, before travelling through the Rhine Valley and the impressive Julier Pass, an important transport route since Roman times. Tonight, stay one night in the stylish Swiss spa resort of St Moritz, famous for its stunning mountain scenery and superb shopping. (B)
DAY 3: St Moritz - Bernina Express to Tirano - Lake Como - Lugano.
Today, experience a memorable railway trip aboard the Bernina Express. Crossing the Alps to Tirano in Italy, this spectacular rail journey takes you to heights of more than 6,560 feet. Later, rejoin your coach for a journey along the shores of beautiful Lake Como, crossing the Swiss border to the lovely lakeside city of Lugano for one night. (B)
DAY 4: Lugano - Lake Maggiore - Täsch area.
In the morning there's time to explore Lugano, described as having the 'gaiety and romance of Italy, encased in a Swiss precision watch', before heading into Italy and on to view the glorious, crystal-clear waters of Lake Maggiore, surrounded by towering mountains and lush countryside. There's a chance to take an optional boat trip to lovely Isola Bella, one of the Borromean Islands and famed for its picturesque gardens, before heading back into Switzerland, via the scenic Simplon Pass, and on to the Täsch area for one night. (B, D)
DAY 5: Täsch area - Zermatt - Lake Geneva - Lausanne.
This morning enjoy an included excursion by train to Zermatt at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn, famous for having some of the best views in Switzerland. In the afternoon, drive through the vineyards of the lower Rhône Valley to the northern shore of Lake Geneva and the historic city of Lausanne for one night. (B)
DAY 6: Lausanne - Gruyère - Berne - Lake Thun - Interlaken - Lucerne area.
First stop is the famous cheese-making town of Gruyère and a visit to a local cheese factory. Then it's on to Switzerland's beautiful capital, Berne, standing on a rocky peninsula overlooking the Aare River and offering lots of opportunities for sightseeing and shopping. The visit features the Bear Pit (the name Berne derives from 'bear') and the monumental Federal Palace. Continuing along the shores of Lake Thun, enjoy a stop in Interlaken, magnificently set in the foothills of the Jungfrau Mountains at an altitude of 1,870 feet, before heading across the Brünig Pass to the Lucerne area for one night. (B, D)
DAY 7: Lucerne area - Zurich.
See the best of Lucerne, one of Switzerland's most charming medieval cities, on an included visit. Later there's a chance to take an exciting excursion to Mount Stanserhorn or a boat cruise on the lake before leaving for Zurich in the late afternoon. (B)
DAY 8: Zurich - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
Note: This tour visits areas with high altitudes (max elevation 9,688 feet) and may therefore be unsuitable for those with pre-existing heart/respiratory conditions.
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Accommodation on Tour
Zurich: Novotel City West (4*); St Moritz: Baeren (4*) or Loeffler (3*); Lugano: Acquarello (3*); Täsch/Zermatt area: Walliserhof at Täsch (3*); Lausanne: Novotel Lausanne-Bussigny (4*); Lucerne area: Loewen at Lungern (3*); Zurich: Novotel City West or Novotel Airport (4*).
Included Excursion to Jungfraujoch Summit
(Interlaken stays only)
From Interlaken you travel by train through breathtaking alpine scenery and the Eiger Mountain tunnel before reaching the world's highest train station at 11,332 feet. On a clear day the views from Sphinx Terrace, the highest in Europe, span nearly the whole of Alpine Switzerland and you'll also get the chance to see Grosser Aletchgletscher, the longest glacier in Europe.
Trains
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View Holiday PhotosBernina Express
The Bernina Express offers breath-taking vistas from its beautiful panoramic cars. Ride over graceful viaducts, through galleries hewn into the sheer rock, through switch-back tunnels, alongside rushing mountain streams, glaciers and even an alpine garden. Technical buffs will enjoy knowing that the train climbs up to the 7,390 feet high Bernina Pass without the help of a rack-and-pinion mechanism.
Holiday Extensions
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View Holiday PhotosAdd a week in Interlaken - 7 Extra nights from £250
Standing in the shadow of the spectacular Jungfrau Mountains, between the glorious Lakes Brienz and Thun, Interlaken is one of Switzerland's most beautiful areas.
A favourite with visitors and locals is the fashionable Höhenweg: a long boulevard, lined with trees, grand Victorian hotels, restaurants and shops. For those who prefer a more rural walk, there are numerous country trails in the area.
On day 6 (Thu) of your tour you will transferred to your chosen hotel for a week's stay before rejoining the tour the following Thursday and travelling on to Lucerne.
Accommodation on Extensions
Add a week in Interlaken - 7 Extra nights from £250
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View Holiday PhotosPost Hardermannli
plusThe Post Hardermannli is a simple yet charming guesthouse built in the traditional style of the region. Pine wood felled from the owner's farm has been extensively used to renovate this 125 year old building and retain its rustic appearance. The hotel is an ideal starting point for excursions into the Jungfrau region, and is the perfect base for making the most of its many delightful sights.
Location: The hotel is ideally situated in the pretty and historic Unterseen part of Interlaken, within easy walking distance of the railway station, boat pier, shops and restaurants.
Facilities: Restaurant Arcobaleno featuring Italian specialities and outdoor dining terrace; reading room; cosy fireplace lounge; laundry facilities.
Price includes: Bed and breakfast in a twin room with private facilities; cable TV; radio; central heating.
Options: Single room; twin room with balcony; half board with meals in the Italian restaurant (under separate management).
Official category: 2 star. -
View Holiday PhotosChalet Swiss
plusChalet Swiss is a traditional-style hotel offering guests good accommodation and plenty of Swiss charm and hospitality.
Location: Centrally located in Unterseen, the old town area of Interlaken, Chalet Swiss is within five minutes of the railway station and boat landing stage, and just 10 minutes from the resort centre. A selection of restaurants, bars and shops are available nearby.
Facilities: Restaurant; cosy bar; terraces and small garden; sauna; bicycle hire; telephone in bedrooms.
Price includes: Bed and breakfast in a twin room with private facilities; radio; TV; balcony; central heating.
Note: Rooms may be located in the main building or annexe.
Options: Single room without balcony; half board.
Official category: 3 star.
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