Snowy slopes, spectacular views and warming fondues are not the exclusive preserve of the ski set.
Great Rail Journeys' choice of holidays in the Swiss Alps offers a civilised way to enjoy majestic mountains like the Matterhorn and the Jungfrau and pretty towns such as Lucerne and Zermatt.
Each of the six Swiss holidays is fully escorted by a professional Tour Manager and includes First Class rail travel from St Pancras International, comfortable hotel accommodation and a full programme of excursions using Switzerland's world-class collection of mountain railways.
For example, the 'Winter Glacier Express Re-discovered' 10 day tour includes a memorable journey on the famous Glacier Express, the narrow-gauge train that slowly winds its way up to the Oberalp Pass at 6,670 feet, before descending to the historic town of Brig.
There is also a day on the Bernina Express, crossing viaducts over frozen waterfalls as the train climbs over 7,000 feet towards the Italian border. Visits to Lucerne and Zermatt are also included, plus free time to explore using the Swiss Travel Pass provided.
This holiday, which includes most evening meals as well as breakfast each day, costs £1,325 or £1,345 per person (twin share) depending on date. Departures are available on 10 and 24 January, 7, 21 and 28 February and 7, 14 and 21 March.
New Year is a time to celebrate, and what better way to reflect on the year past and ring in 2011 than with festive revelry in an excitingly unfamiliar destination?
Discover some of our most beloved great rail holidays in winter and spring. With dozens of destinations from which to choose, they are a perfect way to escape England’s dreary weather.
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