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The Total Train Experience
Zürich, St. Moritz, Bernina Express, Palm Express, Lugano, Luzern, Rigi, Interlaken, Jungfraujoch
7 Nights / 8 Days

Tour Programme
Day 01 
Zürich (Zurich) – St. Moritz
After arriving in Zürich, proceed to the train station below the airport and travel to St. Moritz (approx. 4 hrs) (change trains in Zürich and Chur), one of the most renowned holiday resorts of the world. Chic, elegant and exclusive with a pronouncedly cosmopolitan ambiance, it is situated at 1’856 m (5’624 ft) above sea level in the middle of the lake-dotted landscape of the Upper Engadine. Overnight stay at St. Moritz.
Day 02

St. MoritzBernina Express
Today experience the newest alpine delight in Graubünden– the Bernina Express. Along one of the most beautiful railway routes in the world, there is twice as much to see as before. Start your journey in St. Moritz and go via the Bernina Pass in the south Val Poschiavo. Carry over the spiraling viaduct at Brusio on to Tirano (Italy) (approx. 2.5 hrs) or Poschiavo (approx. 2 hrs). In the afternoon you return to St. Moritz. Overnight stay at St. Moritz.

Day 03
St. MoritzLugano
After breakfast, the Palm Express, a luxury bus, starts in St. Moritz and takes you along the delightful lakes of the Upper Engadine. You go over the Maloja Pass, through the Bregaglia Valley, across the border to Italy and to the Lake Mezzola and Lake Como. Your journey terminates in Lugano (approx. 4 hrs), Ticino’s busy “metropolis”. Overnight stay at Lugano.
Day 04
Lugano Luzern (Lucerne)
One of the highlights of the entire journey is the William Tell Express (operating from May to the mid of October) you board today. It is the link between the Italian-speaking Ticino and the German-speaking Central Switzerland. The tour starts in Lugano, where you board an air-conditioned panoramic train. You cross breathtaking bridges, pass charming villages and go up the valley towards the historic Gotthard railway tunnel. Carry on through the steep ravines and precipitous cliffs of the Reuss Valley (approx. 2.5 hrs). In Flüelen board a nostalgic paddle steamer which takes you to Luzern (approx. 2.5 hrs) . Overnight stay at Luzern.
Day 05
LuzernMount Rigi
After breakfast, visit the Swiss Transport Museum in Luzern, which shows the past, present and future of transportation and mobility on land, sea and in the air. In the afternoon you take the boat to Vitznau (approx. 1 hrs) and then go up the Rigi by Europe’s first ever mountain railway (approx. ½ hrs). On Mount Rigi you can enjoy a stunning 360 degree panoramic view all over the Alps and the Swiss midland. Return by cable car to Weggis and take a direct boat back to Luzern. Overnight stay at Luzern.
Day 06
Luzern InterlakenSchilthorn
Today you take the panoramic train from Luzern to Interlaken (approx. 2 hrs). In the afternoon you can take part in an excursion to the Schilthorn with its unique revolving panorama restaurant Piz Gloria, its thrilling James Bond 007 history and the spectacular view from the big terrace! Overnight stay at Interlaken.
Day 07
InterlakenJungfraujoch – 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). Film star Sunny Deol jumped from here into the depth in his award winning Film “The Hero”. 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) and then proceed by train to Zürich (approx. 2 hrs). Overnight stay at Zürich.
Day 08
Zürich 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 - 30th April'08
Double CHF 1580.- Single CHF 2085.- Double CHF 1810.- Single CHF 2460.-
Valid from: 01st May'08 - 31st Oct'08
Double CHF 1685.- Single CHF 2135.- Double CHF 1845.- Single CHF 2490.-
CHF 190 Upgradation To First Class Train Travel (Single).
CHF 160 Upgradation To First Class Train Travel (Double).

Our Price Includes:
dot 2 overnight stays at St. Moritz with breakfast.
dot 1 overnight stay at Lugano with breakfast.
dot 2 overnight stays at Luzern with breakfast.
dot 1 overnight stay at Interlaken with breakfast.
dot 1 overnight stay at Zürich with breakfast.
dot Excursions to Rigi, Jungfraujoch and Schilthorn, Bernina Express, Palm Express, William Tell Express.
dot Swiss rail travel in 2nd class as per the given tour program.
dot All taxes.

Price does not include:
Dot Meals other than those indicated above, drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls & expenses of personal nature.
dot Airfare, airport tax, visa, travel and health insurance.
dot Local Transfers from Airport/Railway Station to Hotel and Exucursion Sites or vice-versa at places mentioned above.

Option:

  • Special VIP Services

    Enjoy an evening cruise on Lake Brienz
    dot Indian Dinner Cruise - (Every Tuesday and Friday from May until June 2008).
        An Indian Dinner Cruise on Lake Brienz can add more charm to your Switzerland tour.
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    dot Swiss Dinner Cruise - (Every Tuesday and Friday from July until August 2008).
        A Swiss Dinner Cruise on Lake Brienz can add more charm to your Switzerland tour. 
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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.
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