b"YOUR ITINERARY UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCESSWITZERLANDOESCHINEN LAKE, DAY 7Days 1-2 - London, Strasbourg and Chur Journey on two remarkable We meet at London St Pancras and board the Eurostar to Paris,Swiss railways, the iconic Glacier continuing by rail to Strasbourg for the night. After a free morning onExpress and the historic Bernina Day 2, we take the train to Chur.Express.Visit Oeschinen Lake by cable car, Days 3-4 - Chur and the Bernina Express and soak up splendid views with a Enjoy a free day to explore historic Chur and the surrounding area.choice of hikes led by local guides.The wild landscapes of the Graubnden region are waiting to beEnjoy an alphorn workshop discovered, with superb railway journeys available from Chur thatthat includes an entertaining take you around one of Switzerland's most attractive cantons. Day 4'sperformance, followed by excursion is on the historic Bernina Express to Poschiavo. Arriving inthe chance to try this unique the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland, you have free time to grabinstrument for yourself. a bowl of the region's famous pasta or risotto or take a cruise across glorious Lake Poschiavo before we make the return journey. Spend time discovering Chur, Switzerland's oldest town, which Days 5-6 - The Glacier Express and Zermatt boasts a rich history.We board the iconic Glacier Express, enjoying a scenic eight-hourPay a visit to enchanting Zermatt, journey through the Alps to Brig. Here, we take the local train toand enjoy free time to explore Kandersteg. This resort town is surrounded by breathtaking mountainits cobbled streets and thriving scenery and is one of Switzerland's unspoilt gems. We visit thepiazas.charming resort of Zermatt on Day 6. Travelling to Brig, we join a narrow-gauge train that takes us alongside the River Rhne to Visp. TRADITIONAL Here, we board the mountain railway, passing picture-perfect vistas1 FROMBaselas we travel through eight tunnels and across 42 bridges. Finally, weSTRASBOURGGLACIER EXPRESS reach Zermatt, nestled below the peak of the crooked Matterhorn.ChurWith free time, you could visit the summit of the Gornergrat by funicular railway, a six-mile journey that boasts the title of the highestSWITZERLAND 3Kandersteg8 DAYS FROM 1,595 BY STANDARD CLASS RAIL open-air railway on the continent as well as fabulous views of the3Matterhorn. TO PARIS Brig St MoritzStunning scenery accompanies us as we travel by rail through the heart of theDays 7-8 - Alphorn workshop, Oeschinen Lake and London PoschiavoSwiss Alps on the world-famous Glacier Express. Journey on mountain railways,Our day begins as we travel by cable car to the crisp and peacefulZermattexplore charming Swiss towns and take part in a one-of-a-kind alphorn workshopwaters of Oeschinen Lake, cradled in the Oeschinen Valley. Here we meet with two walking guides who offer a choice of hiking routesNights in hotel Standard Class Railas we're immersed in the rich culture and natural beauty of Switzerland. around the lake, giving us the chance to soak in the Alpine backdrops while we learn about the local flora and fauna. Our afternoon is spentWHAT'S INCLUDED in true Swiss style with a traditional alphorn workshop run by a local expert. A long horn made of wood, this instrument takes experienceUK Tour Manager throughoutto play, and we'll get the chance to try for ourselves after a skilled demonstration. On Day 8, we travel via Brig and Lausanne to Paris,Standard Class rail travelTHE GLACIER EXPRESSTHE GLACIER EXPRESS, DAY 5 where we join the Eurostar to London St Pancras.Complimentary luggage service This tour includes an excursion at high altitude, which may be7 nights' hotel accommodationAn eight-hour scenic adventure through the mostunsuitable for people with some medical conditions. 12 meals including 7 breakfasts stunning and varied of Swiss Alpine landscapes, travel across pristine mountain scenery, throughand 5 dinnerstunnels and over high mountain passes, all framedSwiss Travel Card for 50% fares by the panoramic windows of the train. The route2022 TOUR DATES Max 25 people on local transportconnects the upscale resort of St. Moritz with picture-perfect Zermatt. All tour excursionsA world-famous rail route for a reason, the GlacierApr2, 9, 161,595 Jun4, 11, 18SOLD OUT Sep3SOLD OUT YOUR HOTELS 23SOLD OUT 251,795 6, 131,795 Express takes its time travelling through SwissMay3SOLD OUT Jul2, 9SOLD OUT 17, 201,745landscapes that can't be reached any other way.7, 14, 171,695 Jul23, 301,695 241,745 Days 1-2 As well as constant mountain-strewn panoramas,Overnight stay in Strasbourg 3highlights of our journey from Chur to Brig include21SOLD OUT Aug91,695 Oct151,595the Ruinaulta Gorge, Switzerland's answer to the24, 311,695 13, 20SOLD OUT Days 2-5 Grand Canyon, and the Oberalp Pass. The highestJun71,745 271,745 Hotel Freieck, Chur3mountain pass of our trip, we continue via theDays 5-8 route of the meandering Rhine River.Hotel Bernerhof, Kandersteg3Tour Code: GYJ| per person based on 2 sharing. Deposit from 300 per person. 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