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SWITZERLAND BY RAIL
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WHY RAILBOOKERS? Railbookers offers expertly planned tailor made holidays, with an extensive range of holidays within Australia to Europe, North America and beyond. We take the complexity out of independent rail travel and offer all our customers unparalleled service, incredible travel experiences and the very best value. The team at Railbookers is made up of proud ‘train geeks’ with comprehensive knowledge and passion for all things rail.
Zurich
RAIL EXPERT KNOWLEDGE
MAXIMUM FLEXIBILITY
We know rail; from the best routes to the best times ensuring you have the best holiday.
Any destination, any date for any length of time…simply put, if the train goes there, so do we.
BOOK AND TRAVEL FROM TODAY TO 2 YEARS AHEAD You can depart today or book your bucket-list trip 2 years ahead; either way, we have you covered.
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CONTENTS Everything You Need to Know About Our Holidays 6 Our Rail Partners Switzerland
NO RAIL TRIP IS TOO COMPLICATED FOR US
From luxurious, multi-country journeys to extending your cruise, or creating a tailor made rail itinerary, we have it all.
What is confusing is our easy and anything can be customised.
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Grand Italian Lakes and Swiss Mountains
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Gems of Italy and Switzerland
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Scenic Switzerland from Zurich
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Switzerland’s Lakes and Mountains
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Grand Tour of Switzerland
LARGEST RAIL HOLIDAY SELECTION
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Classic Switzerland
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Classic Italy and the Swiss Alps
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Paris to Milan via the classic highlights of Switzerland
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Lucerne and Zurich from Basel
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The Glacier and Bernina Express from Amsterdam
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Zurich to Basel via Mount Pilatus and the Jungfrau
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The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Paris to Venice and the famous-trains of Switzerland
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The Best of Switzerland
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT OUR HOLIDAYS HOW DO I MAKE A RESERVATION? Call Railbookers 1300 938 534 to speak with one of our knowledgeable Rail Experts to book your perfect rail holiday, call your local travel agent or visit our website to submit an online request at www.railbookers.com.au
WHAT INFORMATION DO YOU REQUIRE AT THE TIME OF BOOKING? All passenger first and last names, and all dates of birth, are required at the time of booking. Certain train providers will require passport information.
CAN I CUSTOMISE MY TRIP? Absolutely. We can add hotel nights to give you extra time to explore your destination, or add in additional destinations to help you discover new ones! We can also add transfers for ultimate ease and convenience and have an extensive range of sightseeing options so you can make the most of your trip. Just speak with our Rail Experts and we’ll start creating the perfect rail holiday for you.
CAN YOU RECOMMEND THE MOST SCENIC ROUTE TO GET TO MY DESTINATION? We’re always advocates of taking the scenic route! With so much to see from the train windows on all our rail holidays, you’re in for a treat. If there’s a different route you could take for some extra special scenery, we’ll be excited to let you know!
CAN I UPGRADE TO FIRST-CLASS RAIL ON SOME OR EVEN ALL OF MY TRAIN JOURNEYS? You certainly can. We know that many of our customers like to upgrade some or all of their train journeys to first-class. Upgrading will give you a larger seat, more legroom and even a meal and drinks on certain routes. To find out more, please speak with one of our Rail Experts who will tell you the advantages of first class on your specific route.
CAN I TAKE A RAIL HOLIDAY THAT YOU OFFER IN REVERSE? Yes! We can offer a reverse option on any of our itineraries. If you are already planned to be in one destination and would like to visit cities on one of our packages in a different order or start/finish in a different location, please call us and speak with a Rail Expert.
WHERE ARE YOUR HOTELS LOCATED? Our hotels are centrally located within each city we offer. Most are within a short distance of local sights and/or your railway stations.
HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING? In general, each passenger can take two items of luggage plus one personal item. There are no weight restrictions - just remember you’ll need to carry everything!
CAN I ADD ON ADDITIONAL SIGHTSEEING OR ADDITIONAL HOTEL NIGHTS?
CAN I CHOOSE MY TRAIN TIMES? Our packages don’t have set departure times, and if there is a train running when there are multiple trains a day, your Rail Expert will be able to talk you through the different departures. If there’s a particularly convenient time or a departure that will ensure you catch the best scenery, we’ll be sure to recommend it.
HOW LONG BEFORE THE TRAIN DEPARTS SHOULD I BE AT THE STATION? With the exception of Eurostar, which has a 45-minute check-in time, there is no official check-in required for train journeys in Europe or North America. Of course, we always recommend arriving at the station in plenty of time.
WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY TRAVEL DOCUMENTS? After we receive full payment, travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 days prior to your departure.
Yes, you can add additional sightseeing activities and/or hotel nights to most existing rail holiday packages we offer. When you speak with a Rail Expert, request an explanation of the upgrade options to your holiday package as you wish. Additional charges may apply.
AM I ABLE TO TRAVEL ON MY CHOICE OF DATES? There are no set departure dates with our holidays, with the exception of private train journeys such as the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Most trains will run every day, which means our holidays do too!
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SWITZERLAND There’s no other country that does stunning scenery quite like Switzerland, and it’s all accessible by train. Rolling hills dotted with wooden chalets, snowy peaks, dramatic waterfalls and mountain fringed lakes await.
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Zermatt
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GRAND ITALIAN LAKES AND SWISS MOUNTAINS
Interlaken
Rome ➡ Stresa ➡ Como ➡ Lake Garda ➡ Milan ➡ St Moritz ➡ Zermatt ➡ Interlaken ➡ Zurich
16 DAYS
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Glacier Express route from St. Moritz to Zermatt via Chur and Visp
FEATURED ACCOMMODATION
Rome - Starhotels Michelangelo Rome Stresa - La Palma Como - Metropole and Suisse Hotel Como Sirmione - Olivi Thermae and Natural Spa Milan - Starhotels Anderson St. Moritz - Hauser Swiss Quality Hotel St Moritz Zermatt - Schweizerhof Hotel Zermatt Interlaken - Krebs Interlaken Zurich - Zurich Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind
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Bernina Express from Tirano to St. Moritz
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Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.
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Your journey begins with 2 nights in Rome
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DAY 10 - MILAN TO ST. MORITZ After breakfast, embark on one of the world’s most scenic train lines, The Bernina Express! Enjoy awe-inspiring scenery from the comfort of the panoramic carriages of the train.
DAY 11 - ST. MORITZ TO ZERMATT Enjoy the exhilarating experience of crossing Switzerland today, traveling the full length of the Glacier Express line, passing glistening blue lakes and quaint Swiss hamlets and crosses numerous high passes and mountain peaks.
DAY 1 AND 2 - ROME
DAY 6 - COMO
DAY 12 - DAY TRIP TO GORNERGRAT
On arrival in Rome, check into your hotel for a two-night stay and set off to start exploring. Admire the breath-taking collection of ancient art, sculptures and statues at museums or why not take a trip to the enchanting Vatican?
After breakfast, the rest of the day is yours to explore the beautiful scenery of Lake Como and the charming town as you wish. The Centro Storico, or old town, is a maze of picturesque little streets, squares and cafés.
Take a ride on the Gornergrat Cog Railway, which climbs from 5,262 feet above sea level. From the top, enjoy one of the most spectacular panoramas in all of Switzerland.
DAY 3 - ROME TO STRESA
DAY 7 - COMO TO DESENZANO
Travel from Rome to Stresa, for beautiful Lake Maggiore. Like other northern Italian lakes, Lake Maggiore is an idyllic spot that has attracted visitors since the beginning of the 18th century.
Board a Trenitalia train from Como to Milan to Desenzano and Lake Garda. Treat yourself to an indulgent day exploring the boutique shops and restaurants of Desenzano del Garda or enjoying city views from the Torre di San Martino.
Use your Swiss Pass to travel from Zermatt to Visp, Visp to Interlaken. On arrival in the classic Swiss mountain village, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay and begin exploring!
DAY 4 - STRESA On the shores of the Borromean Gulf, Stresa is ideally situated as a base to explore the lake’s villages, islands and natural beauty.
DAY 5 - STRESA TO COMO Catch a Trenitalia train from Stresa to Como via Gallarate. Once in town, take a leisurely boat tour of Lake Como and enjoy the sights of grand villas, rolling hillside vineyards, historic towns, alpine peaks, and wooded islands that line the shore.
DAY 8 - DESENZANO Take in the views of Lake Garda and the Alps while relaxing on one of the town’s beaches or take a boat trip out on the lake.
DAY 9 - DESENZANO TO MILAN Take another Trenitalia train from Desenzano to Milan..Visit the Santa Maria delle Grazie convent or stroll through the Brera district.
DAY 13 - ZERMATT TO INTERLAKEN
DAY 14 - DAY TRIP TO JUNGFRAUJOCH Climb to Europe’s highest altitude railway station on Jungfrau Mountain, at a colossal 11,332 feet high.
DAY 15 - INTERLAKEN TO ZURICH Arrive in Zurich and check into your hotel for an overnight stay. Be sure to visit the Altstadt or Old Town.
DAY 16 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN ZURICH Check out of your hotel this morning and continue with your onward travels.
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GEMS OF ITALY AND SWITZERLAND
Glacier Express
Rome ➡ Sorrento ➡ Florence ➡ Siena ➡ Sestri Levante ➡ Como ➡ St Moritz ➡ Zermatt ➡ Zurich
20 DAYS
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Your journey ends with 1 night in Zurich
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Glacier Express route from St. Moritz to Zermatt via Chur and Visp
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FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Rome - Hotel Atlantico Sorrento - Antiche Mura Florence - Grand Hotel Adriatico Siena - Athena Siena Sestri Lavante - Grand Albergo Como - Metropole And Suisse St Moritz - Hauser Swiss Quality Hotel St. Moritz Zermatt - Best Western Butterfly Zurich - Du Theatre Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.
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Mediterranean Sea
HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Rail travel as per itinerary • 19 nights hotel stay with breakfast • Sightseeing Tours in Rome and Florence • Academy and Uffizi Gallery Tours in Florence • 4-day Swiss Pass Standard Class • Reservations on Bernina & Glacier Express • Day trip to Gornergrat
DAY 15 - BERNINA EXPRESS Your journey begins with 3 nights in Rome
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Travel from Como to Milan, Milan to Tirano, and then board the iconic red carriages of the Bernina Express to St. Moritz.
DAY 16 - ST. MORITZ More than simply a holiday resort town, St. Moritz boasts a modern Alpine flair.
DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN ROME
DAY 8 - FLORENCE TO SIENA
DAY 17 - GLACIER EXPRESS
Welcome to Rome! Get your bearings by enjoying an ice-cold gelato.
Board Trenitalia to Siena and discover its main attractions.
Board the unforgettable Glacier Express to Zermatt.
DAY 2 & 3 - ROME
DAY 9 - SIENA
TOUR the Roman Forum, the Colloseum and the Vatican Museums.
Spend your free time discovering the city’s crowdpleasing attractions.
DAY 18 - DAY TRIP TO GORNERGRAT Travel to Zermatt to the summit of Gornergrat.
DAY 19 - ZERMATT TO ZURICH
DAY 4 - ROME TO SORRENTO
DAY 10 & 11 - SIENA TO SESTRI LEVANTE
Travel from Zermatt to Zurich via a change in Visp.
Travel from Rome to Naples onboard Trenitalia, then Naples to Sorrento.
Travel onboard Trenitalia from Siena to Empoli, Empoli to Pisa, and Pisa to Sestri Levante.
DAY 20 - YOUR HOLIDAY ENDS IN ZURICH
DAY 5 - SORRENTO
DAY 12 - SESTRI LEVANTE TO COMO
Use your free day exploring on your own.
Visit Como via a train change in Milan.
DAY 6 - SORRENTO TO FLORENCE
DAY 13 & 14 - COMO
Board your train from Sorrento to Naplesthen Naples to Florence onboard Trenitalia.
Use your free time to explore the maze of picturesque little streets, squares and pavement cafes.
DAY 7 - FLORENCE Take your included tours of the Academy and Uffizi Galleries.
Sorrento
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SCENIC SWITZERLAND FROM ZURICH
Zermatt
Zurich ➡ St Moritz ➡ Zermatt ➡ Montreux ➡ Lucerne ➡ Zurich
9 DAYS
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Your journey begins and ends in Zurich
Day trip to Mount Pilatus
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Glacier Express route from St. Moritz to Zermatt
Bernina Express excursion to Tirano
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Today, take an exciting ride on the Gornergrat Cog Railway and from the top,enjoy the views of the iconic Matterhorn as well as the surrounding peaks and glaciers all around you.
DAY 5 - MONTREUX
1 Nights stay
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DAY 1 - ZURICH TO ST. MORITZ From Zurich, making use of your 8-day Swiss Pass for the scenic rail journey to historic St. Moritz. Take a relaxing stroll around the lake and enjoy the chic town itself, the first real alpine holiday destination for the international jet set.
Gornergrat
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DAY 4 - GORNERGRAT DAY TRIP
Day trip to Gornergrat
Bernina Express
FEATURED ACCOMMODATION St. Moritz - Hauser Swiss Quality Hotel St. Moritz Zermatt - Schweizerhof Hotel Zermatt Montreux - Villa Toscane Lucerne - Romantic Wilden Mann
Travel to Montreux at a time of your choosing with your Swiss Pass and enjoy wonderful views on the way.
DAY 6 - THE GOLDEN PASS LINE MONTREUX TO LUCERNE Take the short hop to Montreux, from where you will board the Golden Pass train to Lucerne via Zweisimmen. The Golden Pass isn’t a direct service. This journey promises scenic thrills with dramatic rises and dips and stunning mountain, valley and lake vistas.
DAY 2 - BERNINA EXPRESS DAY TRIP
DAY 7 - MOUNT PILATUS DAY TRIP
Embark on one of the world’s most scenic train lines south into Italy. The Bernina Express is a spectacular journey from the snowcapped heights of the Alps and The Bernina Pass itself, down into the lush Poschiavo Valley.
Enjoy a trip to the top of Mount Pilatus on the steepest cogwheel railway in the world. At the top, experience the historic Pilatus Kulm Hotel and restaurant.
DAY 3 - GLACIER EXPRESS TO ZERMATT
Travel to Interlaken this morning and board the historic line to Europe’s highest railway station, at 11,332 feet above sea level. Enjoy spectacular views on the way up and at the top of Jungfrau Mountain, experience an ice sculpture gallery, a glacier walk, and the world’s highest chocolate shop.
Today, enjoy the full splendor of one of Switzerland’s most famous journeys, the Glacier Express. Cruise over the impressive Landwasser Viaduct, a marvel of Swiss engineering from a bygone era, and wind through numerous high passes and past many small Swiss lakes and villages before pulling into Zermatt.
DAY 8 - JUNGFRAU DAY TRIP
DAY 9 - YOUR HOLIDAY ENDS IN ZURICH Check out of your hotel this morning and take the train to Zurich for your onward travels.
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SWITZERLAND’S LAKES AND MOUNTAINS
Swiss Alps
Geneva ➡ Montreux ➡ Interlaken ➡ Chur ➡ Zurich
7 DAYS
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Your journey ends with 2 nights in Chur
SWITZERLAND Travel along the Golden Pass Line to Interlaken
Excursion to Jungfraujoch
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Bernina Express excursion to Tirano
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FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Geneva - Hotel Cornavin Montreux - Villa Toscane Interlaken - Krebs Interlaken Chur - ABC Hotel Chur Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.
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Your journey begins with 1 night in Geneva
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Glacier Express route from Brig to Chur
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1 Nights stay DAY 1 - WELCOME TO GENEVA Arrive in Geneva today and check in at your hotel for an overnight stay. Explore Switzerland’s second city and discover its heritage as one of the world’s top tourist destinations.
DAY 2 - GENEVA TO MONTREUX
Golden Pass
Enjoy breakfast in your hotel this morning before checking out and catching the train to Montreux. The journey is a lovely, scenic trip taking in sparkling vistas of Lake Geneva.
DAY 3 - THE GOLDEN PASS LINE MONTREUX TO INTERLAKEN
Chillon Castle, Montreux
After breakfast, you will climb to Europe’s highest-altitude railway station on Jungfrau Mountain. At Jungfraujoch, take in the breathtaking views of the Black Forest in Germany and the Vosges Mountains in France.
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel before making your way to the railway station and joining the Golden Pass train. As the journey begins, the route rises above Lake Geneva, offering amazing views of the Swiss Rivera before arriving in Zweisimmen. From Zweisimmen, the train snakes its way through the Simme Valley and then continues on to Interlaken. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel for a twonight stay.
Depart Interlaken today and travel to Brig by train, over the incredible Lötschberg Mountain, where you will meet the Glacier Express. Once on board the train, follow the tracks through the majestic Swiss Alps on the journey from Brig to Chur.
DAY 6 - BERNINA EXPRESS Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then take the Bernina Express to Tirano via St Moritz. Be dazzled at the incredible views of imposing glaciers, sheer rock gorges and far-reaching viaducts through the panoramic carriages of the train. Watch out for the magnificent Landwasser Viaduct just before the village of Filisur. Stop in Tirano or Poschiavo for lunch, before heading back along the same route to Chur for the last night of your stay.
DAY 7 - DEPART CHUR TO ZURICH AIRPORT Enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the hotel before checking out and continuing to Zurich Airport.
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GRAND TOUR OF SWITZERLAND
Zurich ➡ Interlaken ➡ Lausanne ➡ Zermatt ➡ Gornergrat ➡ St Moritz ➡ Lugano ➡ Lucerne
Your journey begins and ends in Zurich Day trip to Mount Pilatus
Golden Pass Line to Montreux
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Bernina bus from Tirano to Lugano
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St. Moritz
Glacier Express
15 DAYS
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FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Zurich - Hotel St Gotthard Interlaken - Krebs Interlaken Lausanne - Beau Rivage Palace Zermatt - Schweizerhof Hotel St Moritz - Hauser Swiss Quality Hotel Lugano - LUGANODANTE Swiss Quality Hotel Lucerne - Hotel Schweizerhof Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.
Gotthard Panorama Express
Mount Pilatus
DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN ZURICH
DAY 6 - LAUSANNE
DAY 11 - BERNINA EXPRESS TO LUGANO
Welcome to the heart of Europe! Spend time strolling through Zurich’s Altstadt, explore cobblestone-paved streets lined with Renaissance-era architecture, and world-class restaurants.
Use your Swiss Pass and enjoy a cruise over Lake Geneva to Evian, famous for its healing waters and spa resorts. In Lausanne, take some time to explore the city’s most popular attractions, including Palud Place, pedestrian-friendly Bourg Street, and the stunning Gothic Cathedral of Notre Dame.
Board the Bernina Express for an exciting train ride through the gorgeous mountain scenery of Switzerland. In Tirano, Italy, you’ll board the Bernina Express Bus and traverse through Valtellina to Lugano.
DAY 2 - ZURICH TO INTERLAKEN The day is free to enjoy at your leisure. Travel to Interlaken via Bern when you please. Departures are very regular, and the trip takes about two hours total.
DAY 3 - INTERLAKEN Use your included Swiss Pass and take advantage of all the gorgeous sights and experiences surrounding Interlaken. Go for a cruise on either Lake Thun or Lake Brienz, two of the finest lakes in Switzerland, or embark on a day trip to Meringen.
DAY 7 - ZERMATT Take a scenic train ride to Zermatt today via Visp. Spend the rest of the day exploring this pedestrianised village famed for being nestled in a deep valley shadowed by the Matterhorn.
DAY 12 - LUGANO Today, take advantage of your Swiss Pass and enjoy a cruise on gorgeous Lake Lugano. During the cruise, you’ll get to see quaint towns that sit along the bank and take in the serene views.
DAY 8 - GORNERGRAT DAY TRIP
DAY 13 - GOTTHARD PANORAMA EXPRESS TO LUCERNE
Take the Gornergrat Cog Railway to enjoy the most spectacular panoramas in all of Switzerland. Take the same route back down to Zermatt where you can enjoy the numerous small bars and restaurants on the car free roads of this beautiful village.
Experience a wonderful, scenic train ride on the historic Gotthard Panorama Express to Fluelen and then a historic paddle steamer cruise to Lucerne all in first class. In Lucerne, spend time experiencing all of Lucerne’s best attractions.
DAY 4 - DAY TRIP TO JUNGFRAUJOCH
DAY 9 - GLACIER EXPRESS TO ST MORITZ
DAY 14 - MOUNT PILATUS DAY TRIP
Journey to Europe’s highest altitude railway station on Jungfrau Mountain. At Jungfraujoch, take in the breath-taking views of the Black Forest in Germany and the Vosges Mountains in France.
Take the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St Moritz. You’ll not only enjoy spectacular views but also a luxurious experience.
Visit one of the most legendary places in central Switzerland, and one of the most breath-taking: Mount Pilatus. Ascend the mountain by cog railway and once at the top, take in the panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. On your way back down, take an air gondola or cable car.
DAY 5 - GOLDEN PASS/LAUSANNE Take the iconic Golden Pass Line from Interlaken to lakeside Lausanne. Visit Riponne place, Palais de Rumine, Gothic Old Town, and the streets of la Cité.
DAY 10 - ST MORITZ With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, St. Moritz is a fabulous destination. Take a scenic day trip in the Graubünden region using your Swiss Pass or ride the local funicular to Piz Nair.
DAY 15 - YOUR HOLIDAY ENDS IN LUCERNE
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CLASSIC SWITZERLAND
Zermatt
Zurich ➡ Lucerne ➡ Wengen ➡ Zermatt ➡ St Moritz ➡ Lugano ➡ Zurich
15 DAYS
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS TRIP HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Rail travel as per itinerary • 14 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • 15-day Swiss Pass • Day trips to Mount Titlis, Mount Pilatus, Jungfrau Mountain, and Gornergrat • Seat reservations on the Glacier Express and the Bernina Express
Your journey begins and ends in Zurich
FEATURED ACCOMMODATION
Day trips from Lucerne to Mount Pilatus and Mount Titlis
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Lucerne - Romantik hotel Wilden Mann Wengen - Hotel Wengener Hof Zermatt - Schweizerhof Hotel St Moritz - Hauser Swiss Quality Hotel Lugano - LUGANODANTE Swiss Quality Hotel Zurich - Zurich Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind
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Glacier Express route from Zermatt to St. Moritz
DAY 11 - ST. MORITZ Use your Swiss Pass to take the funicular and cable car to Piz Nair’s summit, where you can sip hot chocolate while taking in panoramic views of the Upper Engadin.
DAY 12 - ST. MORITZ TO LUGANO ITALY
Board the iconic Bernina Express to Lugano and enjoy travelling on one of the most scenic journeys in the world!
DAY 13 - LUGANO DAY 1 - LUCERNE
DAY 6 - WENGEN
Travel by direct train from Zurich airport to Lucerne and begin exploring!
Spend time exploring this beautiful car-free resort. Maybe check out misty Staubbach Falls.
DAY 2 - DAY TRIP TO MOUNT TITLIS
DAY 7 - WENGEN TO ZERMATT
Take the train to Engelberg for your gondola ride to Stand, then board a rotating cable car to the top of Mount Titlis with 360-degree panoramic views.
Use your Swiss Pass to take the scenic rail journey from Wengen to Zermatt via Lauterbrunnen, Interlaken Ost, Spiez, and Visp. Along the way, pass lovely valley and mountain views.
DAY 3 - MOUNT PILATUS DAY TRIP Enjoy an exciting trip to the top of Mount Pilatus by bus, gondola, and cable car. Relax at the summit taking in the jaw-dropping scenery around you.
DAY 8 - GORNERGRAT DAY TRIP Take an exciting ride on the Gornergrat cog railway, a marvel of 19th-century engineering.
DAY 4 - LUCERNE TO WENGEN
DAY 9 - ZERMATT TO ST. MORITZ
Travel by scenic train from Lucerne to Wengen This picture-perfect resort town lies at the foot of the Jungfrau.
Travel directly from Zermatt to St. Moritz onboard the Glacier Express. This legendary, eight-hour ride slowly weaves more than 150 miles across 291 bridges and through 92 tunnels.
DAY 5 - JUNGFRAU DAY TRIP A highlight of any trip to Switzerland is a visit to world-famous Jungfrau Mountain, appropriately named the ‘Top of Europe’, at 11,332 ft.
With a free day to explore on your own, why not enjoy a day trip out on the lake to Gandria then take a cable car up to Paradiso?
DAY 14 - LUGANO TO ZURICH Travel by direct train to Zurich. Enjoy discovering the city at your leisure.
DAY 15 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN ZURICH Check out of your hotel and travel to the airport to continue with your onward travels.
DAY 10 - ST. MORITZ Wander along traditional Engadin houses, art noveau architecture, quaint cafes, and high-end boutiques.
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Wengen
CLASSIC ITALY AND THE SWISS ALPS
Milan
Rome ➡ Florence ➡ Milan ➡ St Moritz ➡ Grindelwald ➡ Zurich
15 DAYS
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Your journey ends with 1 night in Zurich
SWITZ. INTERLAKEN 3 GRINDELWALD BRIG
FEATURED ACCOMMODATION
1 ZURICH
CHUR ST. MORITZ 2
TIRANO
Glacier Express route from St. Moritz to Brig via Chur
Bernina Express from Tirano to St. Moritz
2 MILAN
Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.
Adriatic Sea
FLORENCE 3 ITALY Mediterranean Sea KEY
Your journey begins with 3 nights in Rome
1 Nights stay
Rome - Hotel Atlantico Florence - Grand Hotel Adriatico Milan - Starhotels Anderson St Moritz - Hauser Swiss Quality Hotel Grindelwald - Derby Swiss Quality Hotel Zurich - Zurich Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind
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DAY 10 - ST. MORITZ Boasting a shimmering turquoise lake, vast forests and stunning mountains, enjoy relaxing!
DAY 11 - ST. MORITZ TO GRINDELWALD Board the panoramic carriages of the legendary Glacier Express train and travel through the pristine Swiss Alps from the comfort of your seat. Ask a Rail Expert about upgrading to Excellence Class.
DAY 12 - GRINDELWALD DAY 1 - ROME Welcome to Rome! Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for a three-night stay.
DAY 2 - ROME Explore ancient Rome with a fascinating Vatican, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica tour.
DAY 3 - ROME Your Imperial Rome tour will take you to the Roman Forum and the Colosseum.
DAY 4 - ROME TO FLORENCE Travel by train directly to Florence and begin discovering the city!
DAY 5 - FLORENCE In the afternoon, experience the incredible Uffizi Gallery during your included tour.
DAY 6 - FLORENCE Today is free for you to discover Florence on your own. Check out Piazzale Michelangelo for
stunning views of the city or perhaps Visit Mercato Centrale for delicious cuisine.
DAY 7 - FLORENCE TO MILAN Board Trenitalia to fashionable Milan. We recommend visiting the Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio, San Bernadino alle Ossa, or Parco Sempione.
DAY 8 - MILAN Embark on your Milan sightseeing city tour today from an open-top panoramic bus. See the Duomo di Milano, Sforza Castle, San Siro Stadium, the Roman Amphitheater, Royal Palace, and so much more.
DAY 9 - BERNINA EXPRESS TO ST. MORITZ Travel by coach from Milan to Tirano then board the iconic red carriages of the Bernina Express for your scenic journey to beautiful St. Moritz. Enjoy the ride and unforgettable view of the Swiss Alps and glacial lakes from the panoramic windows as you travel along the Bernina Pass.
Located in the heart of the Bernese Alps, Grindelwald is a postcard perfect destination
DAY 13 - JUNGFRAUJOCH DAY TRIP Take advantage of your four-day Swiss Pass by boarding the Jungfraubahn cog railway to the summit of Jungfraujoch - the Top of Europe!
DAY 14 - GRINDELWALD TO ZURICH Travel by train from Grindelwald to Interlaken then Interlaken to Bern. On the way, stop off to explore the Old Town before taking a direct train to Zurich for a one-night stay.
DAY 15 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN ZURICH Check out of your hotel and continue with your onward travels.
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PARIS TO MILAN VIA THE CLASSIC HIGHLIGHTS OF SWITZERLAND
Paris
Paris ➡ Interlaken ➡ Chur ➡ Milan
6 DAYS
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PARIS 1 Day trip to Jungfraujoch
Your journey begins with 1 night in Paris
FRANCE
BASEL SWITZ. INTERLAKEN 2 BRIG Glacier Express route from Brig to Chur
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1 Nights stay
FEATURED ACCOMMODATION
Bernina Express from Chur to Tirano
CHUR 1
ST MORITZ TIRANO
1 MILAN
Your journey ends with 1 night in Milan
ITALY
Paris - Mercure Paris Centre Tour Eiffel Interlaken - Krebs Interlaken Chur - ABC Hotel Chur Milan - Starhotel Anderson Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.
Lötschberg Mountain via Kandersteg en route to Brig. On arrival in Brig, board the Glacier Express and take a panoramic tour of the Swiss Alps from Brig through to Chur. Travel in comfort aboard what is probably the world’s slowest express train, through the unspoilt beauty of mountain forests, peaceful Alpine meadows and lush valleys. Upon arrival in Chur, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay. The “oldest city in Switzerland”, Chur is situated in a deep valley formed by the Rhine, and has a rich and powerful history.
DAY 5 - BERNINA EXPRESS/MILAN DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN PARIS Welcome to Paris! On arrival, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay and begin discovering the magic of the ‘City of Light,’. Perhaps spend the afternoon shopping on the Champs Élysées, well-known for its designer shopping, or visit the Basilique du Sacré Coeur, renowned for its beautiful architecture. Alternatively, spend a cultured couple of hours sauntering around the stunning Louvre Museum or take a walk through Luxembourg Gardens for a true taste of Paris’ great outdoors. While in Paris, you can’t beat a trip to the top of the Eiffel Tower, or a cruise along the Seine River to experience the delightful landmarks of the city from a different vantage point.
DAY 2 - PARIS TO INTERLAKEN Check out of your hotel in Paris this morning and take a high-speed double decker TGV train from Paris to Basel, then a direct train to Interlaken. On arrival in the classic Swiss mountain village, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay and begin exploring! Located in between the Jungfrau, Eiger and Mönch mountains, ever-verdant
Interlaken boasts incredible scenery and a friendly atmosphere. Enjoy a hike around town and a traditional meal at one of the many restaurants that dot the area. Begin using your 4-Day Swiss Pass for access to dozens of activities and adventures in the area.
DAY 3 - JUNGFRAU DAY TRIP After breakfast this morning, you will climb to Europe’s highest altitude railway station on Jungfrau Mountain, at a colossal 3,454 metres high. The journey takes you to Kleine Scheidegg, before reaching the station at Eigergletscher, which is well known for its mountain restaurant and Huskies. At Jungfraujoch, take in the breathtaking views of the Black Forest in Germany and the Vosges Mountains in France. After a spectacular day sightseeing, return to the hotel for the second night of your stay in Interlaken.
DAY 4 - GLACIER EXPRESS/CHUR Check out of your hotel after breakfast and make your way to the train station for the journey to Brig. The train rides the rails over the spectacular
After an early breakfast, depart from Chur on the Bernina Express to Tirano via St Moritz. The train crosses the Alps and offers breathtaking views from the panoramic carriages. Ride over spectacular viaducts, through sheer rock gorges and switch-back tunnels, alongside mountain streams and glaciers. Be sure not to miss the impressive Landwasser Viaduct, which will appear on your right just before Filisur, an hour outside of St Moritz. The train climbs up the 2,253-metrehigh Bernina Pass and the entire trip is narrated. The line finishes in the Italian border town of Tirano where, after time for some authentic pizza, you will board the onward train to Milan. On arrival in Milan, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay and enjoy the sights of the city.
DAY 6 - DEPART MILAN After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and continue with your onward travels. If you wish to extend your holiday, or take this tour in reverse, one of our Rail Experts would be happy to help you with all the details.
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LUCERNE AND ZURICH FROM BASEL
Lucerne
Basel ➡ Lucerne ➡ Zurich
5 DAYS
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HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • 3 nights hotel stay with breakfast in Lucerne • 1 night hotel stay with breakfast in Zurich • 4-day Swiss Pass • Mount Titlis and Mount Pilatus day excursions
Your rail journey begins in Basel
Your rail journey ends with 1 night in Zurich
BASEL 1 ZURICH
MOUNT PILATUS Day trip to Mount Pilatus from Lucerne
3 LUCERNE
MOUNT TITLIS SWITZERLAND Day trip to Mount Titlis from Lucerne
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1 Nights stay
FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Lucerne - Romantik Wilden Mann Zurich - Du Theatre Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.
DAY 4 - LUCERNE TO ZURICH After breakfast this morning, take the direct train from Lucerne to Zurich, and upon arrival in Zurich, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay. Enjoy discovering the city at your leisure, perhaps ambling down the Lake Promenade and the winding streets of the Old Town, unearthing the artistic masterpieces of the Kunsthaus, watching operatic perfection at the famed Schauspielhaus, or shopping along Bahnhofstrasse.
DAY 5 - DEPART ZURICH DAY 1 - BASEL TO LUCERNE
DAY 2 - DAY TRIP TO MOUNT TITLIS
Your rail journey begins in Basel where you will board the direct train to Lucerne using your included 4-day Swiss Pass. Upon your arrival in Lucerne, check in at your hotel for a threenight stay. After you get settled, take some time to explore the old town’s classical Swiss architecture, including the stunning Baroque Jesuit Church and the medieval Chapel Bridge.
After breakfast this morning, use your Swiss Pass to embark on a day excursion to stunning glaciers of Mount Titlis, nestled in the Swiss Alps, 9,800 feet above sea level. Take in panoramic views of the snowy mountaintops as you ascend on the Rotair revolving cable car.
Zurich
After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and continue with your travels.
DAY 3 - DAY TRIP TO MOUNT PILATUS Today, enjoy an exciting trip on the steepest Cogwheel Railway in the world up to the top of the Pilatus Kulm. Your journey begins with a scenic, one hour steam cruise on Lake Lucerne to Alpnachstad, where you will then take the 30 minutes ride. Once at the top, you’ll find the historic Pilatus Kulm Hotel and Restaurant where you can have refreshments, or you can enjoy one of the numerous walking trails. After soaking up the wonderful views, make your way back down the mountain via the jaw dropping gondola and cable car to Kriens, and then a short bus ride back to Lucerne.
Mount Titlis
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THE GLACIER AND BERNINA EXPRESS FROM AMSTERDAM
Bernina Express
Amsterdam ➡ Zurich ➡ Zermatt ➡ Milan
7 DAYS
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AMSTERDAM
HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Rail travel as per the itinerary • Seat reservations for the Glacier and Bernina Express trains • 6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • Gornergrat railway day trip from Zermatt • Engadin card in St Moritz (May-Oct only) including all local transport • Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing pass in Milan
Your rail journey begins in Amsterdam
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GERMANY
FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Zurich - Hotel St Gotthard Zermatt - Schweizerhof Hotel St Moritz - Hauser Swiss Quality Hotel Milan - Starhotels Anderson
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Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz via Visp and Chur
ZURICH CHUR
SWITZ. VISP ZERMATT 2 GORNERGRAT KEY
1 Nights stay
Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Tirano
Day trip to Gornergrat
2 ST. MORITZ
TIRANO 1
MILAN ITALY
Your rail journey ends with 1 night in Milan
DAY 1 - AMSTERDAM TO ZURICH
DAY 4 - THE GLACIER EXPRESS
Say goodbye to Amsterdam as your train speeds south Zurich via a change in Frankfurt, and here check-in at your hotel for an overnight stay.
Following breakfast make your way to the station for a journey aboard the slowest express train in the world. The Glacier Express takes you over 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels. The views from the panoramic windows you pass mountain peaks, deep gorges and idyllic mountain villages is often breath-taking. The eight hours onboard will fly bye before you pull into Zermatt for a two-night stay.
DAY 2 - ZERMATT Take a stroll around Zurich’s Old Town today and perhaps even venture to the amazing Lindt Home of Chocolate for some delicious treats before taking the train to Zermatt. On arrival make your way to your hotel for a 2-night stay.
DAY 5 - ST MORITZ From May - October your included Engadin card can be used for the funicular and cable-car ride to the vantage point of Piz Nair and some spectacular views across the Engadin valley. If you would prefer something a little more relaxed, take a scenic stroll around lake and enjoy the fresh alpine air.
DAY 6 - THE BERNINA EXPRESS Climb aboard the famous Bernina Express train from St. Moritz through the Swiss Alps as it makes its way to Tirano. From here catch a local train to Milan and spend the afternoon exploring the city with your hop-on hop-off pass
DAY 7 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN MILAN Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading to the airport for your flight home.
DAY 3 - GORNERGRAT DAY TRIP The historic Gornergrat cog railway has departures every 30mins and you can jump on any one you wish. As the train climbs over bridges and through a fragrant forest of fir trees passengers are awarded with a spectacular view of the iconic Matterhorn mountain. At the top there are some gentle walking trails where you might catch a glimpse of a wild Chamois or Marmot. Glacier Express - Excellence Class
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Zermatt
ZURICH TO BASEL VIA MOUNT PILATUS AND THE JUNGFRAU
Mount Pilatus
Zurich ➡ Lucerne ➡ Interlaken ➡ Jungfraujoch ➡ Basel
5 DAYS
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HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Rail Travel as per the itinerary • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Lucerne • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Interlaken • Mount Pilatus day trip from Lucerne • Jungfrau day trip from Interlaken Your rail journey begins in Zurich
Your rail journey ends in Basel
BASEL ZURICH Day trip to Mount Pilatus from Lucerne
MOUNT PILATUS 2 LUCERNE
INTERLAKEN
KEY
1 Nights stay
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JUNGFRAUJOCH
Day trip to Jungfraujoch from Interlaken
DAY 1 - ZURICH TO LUCERNE
DAY 2 - MOUNT PILATUS DAY TRIP
Take the direct train to Lucerne and once you have arrived head over to your hotel for a 2-night stay. Spend the rest of your day exploring this beautiful small city which is very walkable. Stroll across the wooden Chapel Bridge and enjoy some dinner in Lucernes’ idyllic old town.
Between May-Oct enjoy a cruise on lake Lucerne before taking the steepest rack railway in the world to the top of Mount Pilatus. Enjoy some spectacular views, easy walking trails and lunch perhaps before returning down the other side of the mountain via gondola and cable-car, which is the route up as well during the winter.
FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Lucerne - Ameron Hotel Flora Lucerne Interlaken - The Hey Hotel Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.
DAY 4 - JUNGFRAU DAY TRIP Following breakfast make your way to the station for an amazing adventure. Take the train to the picturesque village of Lauterbrunnen and have your camera ready! Feel free to explore the village or hop on the very next train to Kleine Scheidegg, then the spectacular Jungfraubahn to the Jungfraujoch station, almost 9800 feet above sea level. Enjoy views of France, Germany, Italy and the Swiss Alps as well as the Aletsch Glacier before returning down the mountain by the way of thrilling cable-car past the north face of the Eiger and the pretty village of Grindelwald.
DAY 5 -TRAVEL TO BASEL Take the direct train to Basel to continue your travels.
DAY 3 - LUCERNE TO INTERLAKEN Board the train at Lucerne station for a scenic ride along part of the Golden Pass line. These trains often run with panoramic windows, so you enjoy the wonderful views of numerous alpine lakes before passing through Meiringenand skirting Lake Brienz. On arrival in Interlaken check in for a 2-night stay, then why not take a scenic cruise on Lake Brienz or Lake Thun? Both are dotted with castles and regular stops allow passengers to hop on and off, making great use of your included Swiss Pass. Zurich
Jungfrau
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THE VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENT-EXPRESS FROM PARIS TO VENICE, AND THE FAMOUS TRAINS OF SWITZERLAND Paris ➡ Venice ➡ St Moritz ➡ Zermatt ➡ Montreux ➡ Paris
Your journey begins with your first 2 nights in Paris
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Travel overnight on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express through stunning Alpine scenery from Paris to Venice
FRANCE
Golden Pass in Prestige class to Montreux
Glacier Express Excellence Class to Zermatt
SWITZ. INTERLAKEN 2 GENEVA MONTREUX
St. Moritz
AUSTRIA
CHUR
2 ZERMATT
1 ST. MORITZ
TIRANO
VENICE
MILAN KEY
1 Nights stay
Spend 2 nights in Montreux before returning to Paris for your final night
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Venice
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Suite
13 DAYS
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FEATURED ACCOMMODATION Paris - Crown Plaza Republique Venice - Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli and Gran Canal St Moritz - Hauser Swiss Quality Hotel St.Moritz Zermatt - Schweizerhof Hotel Zermatt Montreux - Royal Plaza Montreux & Spa Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.
Paris
DAY 1 - YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN PARIS
DAY 5 - VENICE
DAY 9 - THE GORNERGRAT DAY TRIP
Welcome to Paris! You will be met by a personal driver and taken to your hotel for a two-night stay. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy.
A day of exploring lies ahead today, as Venice is all yours! Included today are skip-the-line tickets to the legendary Doges Palace and the ancient St Marks Basilica. Later enjoy the most Venetian of experiences, a private gondola ride.
Ride the famous cogwheel train to the top of the Gornergrat today and soak up the very best views of the marvellous Matterhorn. Enjoy a short hike, or simply ride the train back down to Zermatt for the evening.
DAY 6 - VENICE
DAY 10 - THE GOLDEN PASS – PRESTIGE CLASS
DAY 2 - PARIS Enjoy fast-track tickets to the top of the Eiffel Tower for breathtaking city views. Cruise along the Seine River or visit the Louvre Museum to encounter the Mona Lisa. Delight in a traditional crepe as you explore the wonders of Paris.
DAY 3 - THE VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENTEXPRESS TO VENICE Begin the journey of a lifetime aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to Venice. Experience the legendary train’s opulence in your private cabin. Immerse in fine craftsmanship and impeccable service. Enjoy a gourmet dinner and wines, then unwind in Bar Car ‘3674’ with fellow guests.
DAY 4 - THE VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENTEXPRESS TO VENICE Your steward will serve you a light breakfast in your cabin this morning, then relax onboard whilst watching the wonderful scenery pass by as the train makes its way south. A light lunch is served before crossing the famous bridge to the islands of Venice, as once you have disembarked a boat will take you directly to your hotel for a threenight stay.
Embark on a boat tour to Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Witness the art of glass blowing in Murano, explore Burano’s lacework alleys, and visit the ancient Basilica in Torcello. Conclude with a memorable dinner in Venice.
DAY 7 - THE BERNINA EXPRESS – FIRST CLASS Take a private boat to the station, catch a train to Milan, transfer to Tirano, and embark on a breathtaking Bernina line journey into Switzerland. Experience awe-inspiring mountain passes before arriving in St Moritz for an overnight stay.
DAY 8 - THE GLACIER EXPRESS – EXCELLENCE CLASS Start your journey today aboard the renowned Glacier Express, hailed as the Slowest Express Train. Indulge in unparalleled luxury within the Excellence Class, featuring elegant seats, gourmet dining, and personalised service.
Soak up the scenery through the valley to Visp, then onward to Interlaken. Board the prestigious Golden Pass train in luxurious Prestige Class for a direct journey to Montreux. Once you’ve arrived, a short stroll leads you to your hotel for a delightful two-night stay.
DAY 11 - MONTREUX Enjoy a day exploring the glorious Swiss Riviera today, thanks to your included Swiss Pass. Be it a cruise on Lake Geneva, visit the iconic Châteaux Chillon, or perhaps take a trip to the pretty village of Gruyere – home of the famous cheese, and Broc – home to the world-famous Callier chocolate factory. In the evening a cocktail in the iconic Montreux Jazz Café is a must.
DAY 12 - PARIS Take the train to Geneva, then speed past the Jura Mountain en-route to Paris. Here you will be met by a driver and taken to your hotel for final night’s stay.
DAY 13 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN PARIS
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THE BEST OF SWITZERLAND
Lucerne ➡ Interlaken ➡ Jungfraujoch ➡ Montreux ➡ Zermatt ➡ St Moritz
Your journey begins in Zurich Day trip to Mount Titlis Travel along the Golden Pass Line from Lucerne to Montreux
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SWITZERLAND INTERLAKEN
MONTREUX
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ZERMATT 2
Day trip to Gornergrat
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MT. TITLIS
VISP
GORNERGRAT
KEY
ZURICH
Day trip to Jungfraujoch
Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz
Spend 2 nights in St. Moritz before travelling to back to Zurich Lake Lucerne
2 ST. MORITZ
TIRANO Bernina Express excursion to Tirano
ITALY Jungfraujoch station
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Lucerne
10 DAYS
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• Rail Travel as per itinerary • 9 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • Day trips to Jungfraujoch, Mount Titlis and Gornegrat • Reservations aboard the Golden Pass, Glacier Express and Bernina Express trains
FEATURED ACCOMMODATION
Lucerne - Ameron Hotel Flora Lucerne Interlaken - The Hey Hotel Montreux - Royal Plaza Montreux & Spa Zermatt - Schweizerhof Hotel Zermatt St Moritz - Hauser Swiss Quality Hotel St.Moritz Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.
Zermatt
DAY 1 - LUCERNE Welcome to Switzerland! On arrival into Zurich airport take a train directly to Lucerne and begin exploring this spectacular lakeside historic town.
DAY 2 - DAY TRIP TO MOUNT TITLIS After breakfast embark on a remarkable day trip involving a short train journey, Gondola ride then a rotating cable car to the top of Mount Titlis. Take a stroll or enjoy some lunch with some world beating views before returning to Lucerne where you could use your included Swiss Pass for a short lake cruise.
DAY 3 - LUCERNE TO INTERLAKEN Take the train of your choosing through the breath-taking Bernese Oberland to Interlaken, then enjoy all it has to offer whilst looking up and admiring the Swiss Skyline of The Monch, The Eiger and The Jungfrau Mountains.
DAY 4 - DAY TRIP TO JUNGFRAUJOCH Today you get to witness one of mankind’s greatest feats of engineering, by travelling through the beautiful villages of Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen to the peak of the Jungfrau mountain. The final rail line cuts through the face of the Eiger Mountain from where you can peak down to the dizzying valley below, before having the opportunity to see the Great Aletsch Glacier: Europe’s largest glacier.
DAY 5 - THE GOLDENPASS FROM INTERLAKEN TO MONTREUX This morning you take the scenic rail line to Zweisimmen where one of the famous MOB GoldenPass Panoramic trains will be waiting to wind its way through some of Switzerland’s most magnificent scenery to Montreux.
DAY 6 - MONTREUX TO ZERMATT Depart Montreux at a time of your choosing to Zermatt. The journey will involve a change of trains in Visp and weave its way through some of Switzerland’s highest peaks.
DAY 9 - THE BERNINA EXPRESS Another World Class day lies ahead as this famous red train crosses snow-covered mountain peaks before heading down into beautiful palm tree lined valleys and crossing the border into Italy. Perhaps enjoy a traditional pizza in the small village of Tirano before heading back north on the same spectacular line. The landscape takes on a different mood in the change of light, and you’ll marvel at highlights such as the Brusio and Landwasser viaducts from the comfort of your seat through the huge panoramic windows. Enjoy your evening in glitzy St Moritz.
DAY 7 - GORNERGRAT DAY TRIP
DAY 10 - DEPART ST MORITZ
Use your Swiss Pass to ride the Gornergrat Cog Railway, the steep 19th Century line which climbs 1486m in just 33mins. Onboard you get some fantastic vistas of the iconic Matterhorn mountain, and at the top take a stroll through the Alpine nature reserve where you might even catch sight of a Marmot or wild mountain goat.
Check out of your hotel and transfer to Zurich airport for your flight home.
DAY 8 - THE GLACIER EXPRESS FROM ZERMATT TO ST MORITZ Sit back and relax aboard the slowest Express train in the world. There are few journeys that can match this for comfort and world class scenery. Montreux
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