b"YOUR ITINERARY UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES SWITZERLANDGRINDELWALD, DAYS 2-9Days 1-4 - London, Colmar and Grindelwald Journey to the 'Top of Europe' on At London St Pancras, we board the Eurostar to Paris. We continuethe Jungfrau Railway, enjoying to Colmar for the night. On Day 2, we take the train to Grindelwald,a specialist talk about the line where our 5-Star hotel awaits.We take the Grindelwald First cable-caras well as drinks and snacks system up Grindelwald Mountain on Day 3, admiring the views acrossfollowing a private tour of the Ice snowy peaks of the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau, swathes of forests andBar at the summit.seemingly minuscule resort villages before free time on Day 4. Sit down to a panoramic dinner amidst mountain peaks at Day 5 - The Jungfrau Railway and Ice Bar the Harder Kulm Panorama We enjoy a highlight of our holiday today, a journey to JungfraujochRestaurant. - Europe's highest station. We board the train in Grindelwald, where we're met by our expert guide. At Kleine Scheidegg, we join theAscend Schynige Platte and visit remarkable Jungfrau Railway and the distinctive red and yellowthe Alpine Botanical Garden.carriages start to climb through a tunnel hewn out of the Eiger. WeTake a nostalgic trip on the steam-pause at the halfway station where our guide gives a fascinating talkhauled Brienz Rothorn Railway, about the history and construction of the line, before arriving at thewhich offers sublime views of the 'Top of Europe', over 11,000 feet above sea level. Another uniquesurrounding peaks and valleys.experience awaits us here as we transfer to the mountain's Ice Bar, in the heart of the Ice Palace, for a private tour plus sub-zero drinks and nibbles. Carved from the interior of Europe's longest glacier,1 COLMAReverything, from the glasses to the decor, is made from ice.TO/FROM PARIS BaselDays 6-7 - The Schynige Platte Railway, Interlaken and BrienzJUNGFRAU EXPRESSWe travel by cog railway through pretty Alpine meadows on the waySWITZERLANDto Schynige Platte. Enjoying the journey from restored 19th-centuryBrienzFIVE-STAR ALL INCLUSIVE carriages, the train clings to the mountain as we cross bridges andInterlaken 7 Grindelwaldwind through tunnels. At the summit, you have time to explore theSchynige Platte9 DAYS FROM 2,695 BY FIRST CLASS RAIL Alpine Botanical Garden. An explosion of colour, it's home to aroundJungfraujoch600 plant species. On Day 7, our first destination is Interlaken, a charming town situated between two Alpine lakes. We continue to the Something Special cosy village of Brienz, the starting point for our steam-hauled ascent of Brienz Rothorn by mountain railway. At the mountain's top, there'sNights in hotel First Class Rail Standard Class RailExplore the Swiss Alps from our charming base in the village of Grindelwald.free time to drink in the views across the Emmental Alps or visit the summit restaurant. Following a scenic cruise back to Interlaken, weWHAT'S INCLUDED Journey on the Jungfrau Railway to Europe's highest railway station, Jungfraujoch,enjoy an incredible dinner at the Harder Kulm Panorama Restaurant. where there's a private tour of the Ice Bar followed by drinks, enjoy a mountaintopOverlooking the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau mountains, as well asUK Tour Manager throughoutdinner and soak up classic Swiss luxury at your Five-Star hotel. Lakes Thun and Brienz, we ascend by private railway for a meal thatFirst Class rail travel, Standard comes with jaw-dropping views.Premier Class on Eurostar Days 8-9 - Grindelwald and London journeysEnjoy another free day in Grindelwald and explore using your SwissComplimentary luggage serviceTHE JUNGFRAU RAILWAY THE JUNGFRAU RAILWAY, DAY 5 Travel Card. One option is to travel to the historical city of Bern, home to a wealth of Gothic and Renaissance architecture including the Old8 nights' hotel accommodationThe Swiss Alps offer some of the most dramaticTown's 'Ogre Fountain'. On Day 9, we travel via Basel to Paris, joining23 meals including 8 breakfasts, and cinematic railway journeys on the planet, andthe Eurostar to London St Pancras. 7 lunches and 8 dinnersthe Jungfrau Railway is a perfect example. ClimbingThis tour includes an excursion at high altitude, which may beBeer, wine and soft drinks from Kleine Scheidegg, much of the ascent takesunsuitable for people with some medical conditions. from 7pm-9pm in Grindelwaldplace in a tunnel carved straight through the Eiger and Mnch mountains, though we pause at2022 TOUR DATES Max 25 people Swiss Travel Card for 50% fares observation windows built out of solid rock alongon local transportthe way.May17SOLD OUT Jun7, 14SOLD OUT Sep13SOLD OUT All tour excursionsThe journey is just the start of the jaw-dropping212,845 Aug23SOLD OUT 192,795vistas, however. The railways final calling pointYOUR HOTELS 242,795 302,845 262,795 is Jungfraujoch, which boasts the accolade of the28 (S)3,045 Sep6SOLD OUT Oct112,695highest railway station in Europe. From this lofty312,845 Days 1-2perch, stand in awe before a panorama of vastOvernight stay in Colmar 4mountain ranges, all blanketed by a layer of crispExcursions may differ slightly depending on departure date, see website for details. Days 2-9 white snow. Enjoy spectacular views and panoramicTour Code: GIS| per person based on 2 sharing. Deposit from 500 per person.Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof, Alpine landscapes for a Swiss experience that willSupplement for solo travellers from 325. May 28 is a superior departure, with all roomsGrindelwald5leave you feeling on top of the world.at the 5-Star Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof upgraded to superior rooms. These come with a private balcony overlooking the Eiger.20 SWITZERLAND Visit your local Travel Agent 25Call us on 01904 521995 or visitfor more information.GreatRail.com for more details 21"