Majestic Switzerland St. Moritz, Glacier Express, Zermatt, Gornergrat, Interlaken, Jungfraujoch, Luzern, Titlis 8 Nights
/ 9 Days
Tour
Programme
Day 01
Zurich – St. Moritz
On arrival in Zürich proceed to the train station. Enjoy the journey to St. Moritz (approx. 3.5 hrs, change trains in Zürich-HB and Chur), one of the most renowned holiday resorts in the world. Chic, elegant and exclusive with a pronouncedly cosmopolitan ambiance, it is situated at 1’856 m (5’624 ft) above sea level, which is in the middle of the lake-dotted landscape of the Upper Engadine. The “dry, sparkling champagne climate” has become legendary and the famous sun shines an average 322 days a year. Overnight stay at St. Moritz.
Day 02
St. Moritz – Glacier Express – Zermatt
After an early breakfast, you travel from St. Moritz to Zermatt by Glacier Express. A 7 ½ hour journey is lying ahead of you with 219 bridges, 91 tunnels an0d the Oberalp Pass at 2’033 m (6’607 ft). Enjoy a panoramic trip through the Alps in the heart of Switzerland. We suggest that you book a table in the dining car. You arrive in Zermatt in the early evening. This car-free resort is situated at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn. Overnight stay at Zermatt.
Day 03
Zermatt – Gornergrat
Today discover a stunning natural paradise: The Gornergrat train takes you from Zermatt to the top of the 3’089 m (11’333 ft) Gornergrat. The journey goes through aromatic stone pine and larch forests and across alpine meadows. Experience 29 four-thousand-meter-high mountains covered with snow and ice. In the afternoon you return to the hotel. Overnight stay at Zermatt.
Day 04
Zermatt – Interlaken
After breakfast, travel to Interlaken by train (approx. 3.5 hrs). Experience crystal clear lakes, sparkling streams and fantastic falls, caressed by the sunbeams. The towering trio of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau stands sentinel over a world of eternal snow. After having checked in at your hotel, the rest of the day is free to explore Interlaken on your own. Overnight stay at Interlaken.
Day 05
Interlaken – Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe
After breakfast, you board the train to Kleine Scheidegg via Lauterbrunnen (approx. 1.5 hrs). The famous Jungfrau railway takes you to the highest station in Europe (approx. 1 hrs). A day of fun and excitement is awaiting you in the captivating snow peaks of Jungfraujoch– Top of Europe (3’454 m/11’333 ft). Visit the Ice Cave with its ice formations or else explore the snow on the glacier. You find a range of international restaurants on the Jungfraujoch. Return to Interlaken by train with an optional stopover in Grindelwald (approx. 2.5 hrs). Overnight stay at Interlaken.
Day 06
Interlaken – Luzern (Lucerne)
After breakfast, the morning is free to explore Interlaken on your own. In the afternoon, proceed to Luzern by panoramic train over the Brünig Pass (approx. 2 hrs). Overnight stay at Luzern.
Day 07
Luzern – Mount Titlis
Today, travel by train to Engelberg (approx. 1 hrs), which is just an hour away. Experience the world’s first revolving cable car that takes you to the top of Switzerland’s highest vantage point with a breathtaking 360 degree view (approx. 45 mins). Spend some time in the snow with your snow disc. In the evening you return to Luzern (approx. 2 hrs). Overnight stay at Luzern.
Day 08
Luzern – Zürich/Geneva
TToday you are free to discover Luzern on your own. Visit the 700 years-old wooden Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument and the shopping malls. In the afternoon proceed to Zürich by train (approx. 1 hrs). Overnight stay at Zürich/Geneva.
Day 09
Zürich/Geneva – Depart for the onward journey
After breakfast, you either proceed to the airport for your onward flight or else continue your stay in Switzerland.
Cost is Per Person on Twin Sharing/Single Occupancy basis:
3 Star Hotel
4 Star Hotel
Valid from: 01st Nov'07 - 31stMarch'08
Double
CHF 1475.-
Single
CHF 1780.-
Double
CHF 1795.-
Single
CHF 2265.-
Valid from: 01st April'08 - 31st Oct'08
Double
CHF 1465.-
Single
CHF 1785.-
Double
CHF 1695.-
Single
CHF 2230.-
CHF 100 Upgradation To First Class Train Travel.
Hotels Used:
3 Star Hotel
4 Star Hotel
St.Moritz
: Laudinella
St.Moritz
: Crystal
Zermatt
: Butterfly
Zermatt
: Mirabeau Alpine Residence Wellness & Spa
Interlaken
: Carlton Europe
Interlaken
: Metropole
Lucerne
: Waldstatterhof
Lucerne
: Radisson SAS
Zurich
: Comfort Inn
Zurich
: Swissotel
Our
Price Includes:
1 overnight stay at St. Moritz with breakfast.
2 overnight stays at Zermatt with breakfast.
2 overnight stays at Interlaken with breakfast.
2 overnight stays at Luzern with breakfast.
1 overnight stay at Zürich/Geneva with breakfast.
Excursions to Gornergrat, Jungfraujoch and Mount Titlis, Glacier Express St. Moritz–Zermatt.
Swiss rail travel in 2nd class as per the given tour program.
All taxes.
Price does not include:
Meals other than those indicated above,
drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls & expenses of personal
nature.
Airfare, airport tax, visa, travel and health insurance.
Local Transfers from Airport/Railway Station to Hotel and Exucursion Sites or vice-versa at places mentioned above.
Enjoy an evening cruise on Lake Brienz Indian Dinner Cruise - (Every Tuesday and Friday from May until June 2008).
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Note: The Tour Cost is subject to change without prior notice. Hotels : Subject to Availability at the time of making Reservations.