Peaks of the world
5 days / unescorted
Interlaken – Brig / Zermatt
A fantastic journey to two of the most popular mountain tops in Switzerland: Jungfraujoch and Gornergrat. Both offer incredible views of snow and ice, glaciers and fascinating mountains. Overnights are down in the valley in Interlaken and Brig.
Key facts
- Jungfraujoch (3.454m) – highest train station in Europe
- Aletsch Glacier – UNESCO World Heritage site
- Gornergrat – view the 4,000m peaks
- Visit the famous mountain resort Zermatt
Programme
| Day 1: |
Arrival
Flight from the UK to Zürich and rail transfer to Interlaken. Overnight in Interlaken.
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| 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. |
| Day 3: |
Interlaken to Brig
Travel by rail through the Bernese Oberland and Lötschberg to Brig and from here on to Brig. Overnight in Brig. |
| Day 4: |
Gornergrat Excursion
Morning departure by train to the famous and bustling ski resort of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn. 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
Please note: All 3* hotels as mentioned below depending on availability at time of booking.
- Interlaken: Beausite, Splendid, Chalet Oberland, Weisses Kreuz, Chalet Swiss, Bernerhof, Carlton Europe Hotel or City
- Zermatt: Elite, Welschen, Sarazena, Excelsior, Butterfly, Style Hotel Biner
Room facilities
- All rooms with shower or bath
- WC
- TV
- Radio
- Telephone
Departures: Daily 1 November 2009 - 31 March 2010
Price:
- £ 539 per adult sharing twin/double room
- Single room supplement £48 for 4 nights
- Child pri
- Subject to availability at time of booking
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.
Optional Extras:
- Upgrade to 1st class: £ 53 per person
- Add extra nights at any of the resorts
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.
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0207 420 49 34
