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Swiss Classical Tour
Lucerne - St. Moritz - Zermatt - Geneva
Spend your summer holidays in Switzerland: From the beautiful town of Lucerne in Central Switzerland to the dizzy heights of the Gornergrat in Zermatt – this rail holiday combines it all – Switzerland’s famous resorts, excursions and diversity. One of the best ways to spend a summer holiday in Switzerland.
Programme
| Day 1: | Arrival Flight from the UK to Zürich, rail transfer to Lucerne. Overnight in Lucerne. |
| Day 2: | Mount Rigi Excursion Excursion to Mount Rigi . Enjoy the round trip travelling by boat across Lake Lucerne to Vitznau and up by cogwheel train to 5,500 ft. There are over 100km of gentle walking and hiking trails as well as various restaurants with sun terraces. Overnight in Lucerne. |
| Day 3: | Transfer to St. Moritz Rail transfer via Thalwil and Chur to St. Moritz. Overnight in St. Moritz. |
| Day 4: | Day at leisure Exploring the stunning Engadine countryside is a must ! There are hundreds of walking and hiking trails for all abilities. Alternatively make use of your Half Fare Card and join the famous Bernina Express. Overnight in St. Moritz. |
| Day 5: | Glacier Express Today join the famous Glacier Express . The train crosses no less than 291 bridges and 91 tunnels on its journey to Zermatt – an amazing engineering feat let alone an unforgettable journey. Overnight in Zermatt. |
| Day 6: | Gornergrat Excursion Excursion to Gornergrat - the highest cogwheel train in Switzerland. Enjoy the view of the world famous Matterhorn. Overnight in Zermatt. |
| Day 7: | Transfer to Geneva Morning in Zermatt or early departure by train to Geneva- Switzerland’s second largest city. It offers a wealth of tourist attraction, museums, exhibitions and excellent shopping facilities. Overnight in Geneva. |
| Day 8: | Departure Day at leisure and evening flight from Geneva to the UK. |
Accommodation description
You will be accommodated in centrally located 3* hotels, within easy walking distance to the railway station and amenities.
You will be accommodated in centrally located 3* hotels, within easy walking distance to the railway station and amenities.
Please note: All 3* hotels as mentioned below depending on availability at time of booking.
- Lucerne: Waldstätterhof, des Alpes
- St. Moritz: Hauser, Laudinella
- Zermatt: Perren, Excelsior
- Geneva: Strasbourg-Univers, International & Terminus
Room facilities
- All rooms with shower or bath
- WC
- TV
- Radio
- Telephone
Dates: Daily 21 May - 15 October 2008
Price:
- £ 679 per adult sharing twin/double room
- £ 319 per child under12 yrs, sharing a room with at least 2 full paying adults (child prices vary depending on age)
- £ 812 per person in single room
- Subject to availability at time of booking
- Money Saver: Enjoy a 5% discount per person for departures between 15 September and 15 October 2008.
Price includes:
Flights, airport taxes, carbon offset contribution (see climate care) train transfers, seat reservations and excursion as per programme in 2nd class, Lunch on the Glacier Express, accommodation in 3* hotels sharing twin/double room & breakfast.
Optional Extras:
- Upgrade to 1st class: £ 46 per person
- Upgrade to 4* accommodation: £ 147 per person for 7 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.
