Peaks of the World
5 days / unescorted
Interlaken / Grindelwald – Zermatt
Spend your summer holidays in Switzerland: A fantastic journey to two of the most famous resorts in Switzerland: Interlaken or Grindelwald and Zermatt. Interlaken in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, surrounded by green alpine meadows and snow-capped mountain – an excursion to the Jungfraujoch is included! It’s then on to Zermatt with the impressive Matterhorn towering in the background all the way. A trip to the Gornergrat is included. One of the best ways to spend a summer holiday in Switzerland.
Key facts
- Jungfraujoch - highest train station in Europe
- Aletsch Glacier - UNESCO World Heritage Site
- The Matterhorn
- High Alpine resort of Zermatt
- Gornergrat - views of the 4,000m peaks
Programme
| Day 1: |
Arrival
Flight from the UK to Zürich or Geneva and rail transfer to Interlaken. Overnight in Interlaken/Grindelwald.
|
| Day 2: |
Jungfraujoch Excursion
Excursion to the Jungfraujoch which is the highest train station in Europe. Impressive views of snow-capped peaks and the Aletsch glacier, the longest in Europe at 22kms. Overnight in Interlaken/Grindelwald. |
| Day 3: |
Interlaken to Zermatt
Travel by rail through the Bernese Oberland and Lötschberg to Brig and from here on to Zermatt. Overnight in Zermatt. |
| Day 4: |
Gornergrat Excursion
Excursion by cogwheel train to the Gornergrat where you will have superb views of the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc and other snow-capped peaks rising above 13,000ft. Overnight in Zermatt. |
| Day 5: |
Departure
Rail transfer to Zürich or Geneva and flight back to the UK. |
Accommodation description
You will be accommodated in centrally located 3* hotels, within easy walking distance to the railway station and amenities
Room facilities
- All rooms with shower or bath
- WC
- TV
- Radio
- Telephone
Departures: Daily 10 April - 31 October 2010
Price includes:
Flights, airport taxes, train transfers,carbon offset contribution(see climate care ) and excursions as per programme in second class, accommodation in 3* hotels sharing twin/double room & breakfast.
Price:
- £ 584 per adult sharing twin/double room
- £ 549 per adult sharing twin/double room for departures in April and May
- Children from £ 148. Call for details
- Single supplement from £ 55 for tour
- Subject to availability at time of booking
Optional Extras:
- Upgrade to 1st class: £ 57 per person
- Upgrade to 4* accommodation: £ 75 per person for 4 nights (Single room on request)
- Add extra nights at any of the resorts
Payment by credit card:
A charge of 1 % up to a maximum of £ 15 will apply when paying by credit card (Diners Card cannot be accepted). No charge will be made for debit cards.
Summer 
0207 420 49 34
