b"1 COLMARYOUR ITINERARY TO/FROM PARIS Basel SWITZERLANDSWITZERLANDDays 1-2 - London to Grindelwald BrienzOur journey begins at London St Pancras, where we board the EurostarInterlaken 7 Grindelwaldto Paris. We continue to Colmar for the night. On Day 2, we take the trainSchynige Plattethrough Basel on our way to Grindelwald where our 5-Star hotel awaits. Jungfraujoch Days 3-4 - Exploring GrindelwaldWe board the Grindelwald First cable-car system, which takes us up the nearby mountain that it shares its name with. Admire views across theNights in hotel First Class Rail Standard Class Railsharp, snowy peaks, swathes of forests, and minuscule resort villages as we enjoy free time at the summit. On Day 4, you are free in Grindelwald,TOUR HIGHLIGHTSa village filled with quintessential Swiss charm.Day 5 - The Jungfrau Railway Journey to the 'Top of Europe' on We enjoy a highlight of our holiday today, a journey to Jungfraujoch -the Jungfrau Railway, complete Europe's highest station. We board the train in Grindelwald, where we'rewith a fascinating specialist talk met by our expert guide. At Kleine Scheidegg, we join the remarkableabout the line.Jungfrau Railway and the distinctive red and yellow carriages startAscend Schynige Platte and visit climbling through a tunnel carved out of the Eiger. We pause at thethe Alpine Botanical Garden, halfway station where our guide gives a fascinating talk about the historyhome to many beautiful flowers and construction of the line. Finally, we arrive at the 'Top of Europe', overand trees.11,000 feet above sea level. With free time, you could explore the Ice Palace or simply soak up the views from the Sphinx Observatory terrace. Take a nostalgic trip on the steam-hauled Brienz Rothorn Railway, Days 6-7 - The Schynige Platte Railway, Interlaken and Brienz which offers sublime views of the We travel by cog railway through pretty Alpine meadows on the way tosurrounding peaks and valleys.Schynige Platte. Enjoying the journey from our restored 19th-centuryEnjoy an all-inclusive stay in the carriages, the train clings to the mountain as we cross bridges and windAlpine village of Grindelwald at through tunnels. At the summit, you have time to explore the Alpinethe Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof, Botanical Garden. An explosion of colour, it's home to around 600 planta superb 5-Star hotel.species. On Day 7, our first destination is Interlaken, a charming town on the shores of Lakes Thun and Brienz. With free time, you may wantWHAT'S INCLUDED to explore the medieval monastery and castle. We continue to the cosyvillage of Brienz, the starting point for our steam-hauled ascent of BrienzUK Tour Manager throughoutRothorn by mountain railway. Climbing over 5,000 feet to the summit of the mountain, we enjoy fabulous views over the deep-blue lakes below.First Class rail travel, Standard Premier Class on Eurostar Days 8-9 - Grindelwald and London journeysEnjoy another free day in Grindelwald and explore using your Swiss Travel Card. One option is to travel to the historical city of Bern, homeComplimentary luggage serviceto a wealth of Gothic and Renaissance architecture, including the Old Town's 'Ogre Fountain'. On Day 9, we travel via Basel to Paris, joining the8 nights' hotel accommodationEurostar to London St Pancras. 23 meals including 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 8 dinnersPlease note: on early season departures, the Schynige Platte excursion isBeer, wine and soft drinks replaced by a visit to Lucerne and the Brienz Rothorn Mountain Railwayfrom 7pm-9pm in Grindelwaldterminates at Planalp. For more detail please see the website or callus. This tour also includes an excursion at high altitude, which may beSwiss Travel Card for 50% fares unsuitable for people with some medical conditions. on local transportAll tour excursionsYOUR HOTEL 2021 TOUR DATES Max 25 people May182,795 Aug17SOLD OUT Sep132,895 Days 1-2Overnight stay in Colmar 4252,845 312,845 21, 282,845 Days 2-9 Jun12,895 Sep12,895 Oct122,695 Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof, 8SOLD OUT 7SOLD OUT Grindelwald5Tour Code: GIS| per person based on 2 sharing. Deposit from 420 per person. Supplement for solo travellers from 300. Call us on 01904 527199 or visitfor more information.GreatRail.com for more details 25Visit your local Travel Agent"