Swiss Alps – The Passion Interlaken, Jungfraujoch, Schilthorn, Luzern, Titlis, Pilatus, Zürich 7 Nights
/ 8 Days
Tour
Programme
Day 01
Swiss Border – Interlaken
Travel to Interlaken by train (approx. 2.5 hrs), leaving from the Swiss border or any Swiss airport. Overnight stay at Interlaken.
Day 02
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 (approx. 2.5 hrs) by train with an optional stopover in Grindelwald. Overnight stay at Interlaken.
Day 03
Interlaken – Schilthorn
After breakfast, enjoy an excursion to the Schilthorn (3’000 m/ 10’000 ft/). It takes you just 32 minutes by cable car to reach the summit of the Schilthorn. Enjoy the beautiful view of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau (UNESCO World Heritage) and on more than 200 other summits. On the Schilthorn you will find the world’s first revolving restaurant, Piz Gloria, where you can follow the tracks of James Bond: the 007 movie “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service” was filmed here. Otherwise simply enjoy the spectacular view from the big terrace! Overnight stay at Interlaken.
Day 04
Interlaken – Luzern
After breakfast, the scenic-train takes you to Luzern via the Brünig Pass (approx. 2 hrs). Enjoy Luzern with its beautiful view to the mountains. Walk along the Lake Luzern or go shopping in the old part of the city. Overnight stay at Luzern.
Day 05
Luzern – Mount Titlis
Today, travel by train to Engelberg (approx. 1 hrs). 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 06
Luzern – Mount Pilatus
After breakfast, take a boat to Alpnachstad (approx. ½ hrs) & travel up the Pilatus (2’132 m/7’000 ft) by boarding the steepest cogwheel railway in the world (From mid May till end of Oct). In wintertime take the bus from Luzern to Kriens (approx. 10 mins.) and continue with the panoramic gondola from Kriens to the Pilatus). In the afternoon, a cable car takes you back to the base. A coach takes you back to Luzern (approx. 10 mins.). We also offer this excursion in reverse order. Overnight stay at Luzern.
Day 07
Luzern – Zürich/Geneva
After breakfast, you are free to explore Luzern on your own. Visit the 700 years-old wooden Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument and the malls. Buy some of the famous souvenirs like Swiss watches, Swiss cheese or Swiss chocolates.
Proceed to Zürich by train (approx. 1 hrs). Overnight stay at Zürich/Geneva.
Day 08
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 - 31st Mar'08
Double
CHF 1160.-
Single
CHF 1395.-
Double
CHF 1370.-
Single
CHF 1925.-
Valid from: 01st April'08 - 31st Oct'08
Double
CHF 1215.-
Single
CHF 1520.-
Double
CHF 1450.-
Single
CHF 2090.-
CHF 55 Upgradation To First Class Train Travel.
Hotels Used:
3 Star Hotel
4 Star Hotel
Interlaken
: Carlton Europe
Interlaken
: Metropole
Lucerne
: Waldstatterhof
Lucerne
: Radisson SAS
Zurich
: Comfort Inn
Zurich
: Swissotel
Our
Price Includes:
3 overnight stays at Interlaken with breakfast.
3 overnight stays at Luzern with breakfast.
1 overnight stays at Zürich/Geneva with breakfast.
Excursions to Jungfraujoch, Schilthorn, Mount Titlis, Mount Pilatus.
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.