Last Minute Getaways to Switzerland & Austria

Experience epic mountain landscapes and shimmering alpine lakes on this fantastic holiday to Switzerland. Discover the Swiss Alps on the world-acclaimed Bernina Express and Glacier Express from our popular bases in Chur and Brig, traditional towns surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Enjoy a private aperitif on the terrace of the 10th-century Spiez...

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Enjoy Switzerland's warm hospitality and astounding landscapes from traditional hotels in historic Chur and idyllic Täsch, soaking up dramatic scenes of soaring mountains and glaciers aboard two iconic trains. Cross the Alps on the Bernina Express, admiring glacier views enroute to Poschiavo. The show continues as you bask in the alpine valleys...

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Experience Switzerland's most spectacular train journeys from a family-run hotel in the heart of the forested Albula Valley, including drinks with dinner each evening. Travel across the Swiss Alps and past enchanting glaciers to Italy on an UNESCO-listed line aboard the Bernina Express, before viewing the 'Swiss Grand Canyon' and incredible alpine...

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Explore the beautiful towns and landscapes of the Austrian Alps based in an all-inclusive hotel in the charming town of St Johann, with drinks included with dinner each evening. Marvel at views of Austria's tallest mountain on a journey across the Hochtor Pass on the Grossglockner High Alpine Road, viewing glaciers and gold-mining towns, before...

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Staggering mountain peaks and serene alpine lakes provide the extraordinary setting for this holiday as we travel in First Class all the way, including on the iconic Bernina Express and Glacier Express. Staying in the Engadine Valley and the popular mountain resort of Zermatt provides idyllic bases from which to explore the Swiss Alps by rail. ...

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Experience the stunning Swiss Alps on a Great Rail Journeys' all-inclusive holiday, spending six nights in a beautiful Belle Époque hotel in Interlaken, an idyllic town renowned as the gateway to the Swiss Alps. From this refined base, explore the highlights of the beloved Bernese Oberland, including the Schynige Platte Botanical Alpine Garden...

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An alpine paradise awaits on this holiday in to the heart of the Swiss Alps, staying in the picturesque village of Meiringen, filled with traditional chalets and impressive vistas. Soak up spectacular Bernese Oberland scenery from Brienz Rothorn Mountain Railway, and climb to the 'Top of Europe' aboard the Jungfrau Railway to savour panoramas of...

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Embark on an all-inclusive tour of the Swiss Alps, based in the chocolate-box village of Wilderswil, where all meals and drinks with dinner are provided each evening. From this picture-perfect location, enjoy a jaw-dropping trip to Europe's highest railway station on the iconic Jungfrau Express to marvel at snow-capped peaks and the stunning...

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Explore picture-book mountain towns bursting with traditional Swiss and French charm from a base in an idyllic village of Champéry, located in the Chablais Alps overlooking the Dents du Midi. Climb past snow-capped peaks on the elegant Mont Blanc Express to the historic resort of Chamonix, nestled beneath western Europe's highest mountain.

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On this sensational holiday, travel from Montreux on the shores of Lake Geneva to the mountainous surroundings of the Jungfrau Massif. Explore Château de Chillon, sail on Lake Geneva and cross the Alps to the French mountain town of Chamonix on the Mont Blanc Express. Boarding the GoldenPass Express, admire views of the Bernese Alps enroute to...

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Enjoy one of the world's finest rail journeys aboard the legendary Glacier Express to Zermatt and admire Matterhorn views from the charming Gornergrat Railway. Descending the Alps, set sail on a sensational Rhine cruise, indulging in luxurious amenities and superb service. Enroute, savour incredible vistas of the stunning Rhine Gorge. Wander...

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Embrace the storied past of grand empires on a captivating rail-and-cruise holiday. Starting in the German capital of Berlin, uncover the magic of Prague from its sprawling capital and enchanting Charles Bridge. Absorb panoramic views of Budapest's grand architecture on an illuminated evening cruise before setting sail for the fascinating cities...

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