Splendid Switzerland & Glacier Express

( 5 Star )

Visit: Zurich - Lucerne - Titlis - Lucerne - Golden Pass Line - Montreux - Täsch - Gornergrat - Zermatt - Glacier Express - Chur - Zurich

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Ascent to Gornergrat in Zermatt Train ride Glacier Express Excursion to Mount Titlis

Arrival at Zurich airport and travel by train to Lucerne. Famous for its medieval bridge, Lucerne is one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. Make sure to visit the historic city center with its colorful buildings.

At noon, enjoy a regular excursion to Mt. Titlis. With an altitude of 3.238 m, Mt. Titlis is one of the highest mountain peaks in the Lucerne area. From Engelberg, ascend on the rotating Rotair cable car. The view of the glacier and the Central Alps is truly breathtaking. Return to Lucerne in the afternoon.

Travel across the Swiss Alps aboard the Golden Pass Line train. We pass the city of Interlaken, nestled between the lakes of Thun and Brienz, and popular with mountaineers who come to explore the famous mountains of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Then leave the Alpine landscape of the Bernese Oberland behind us and arrive at the Swiss Riviera. World renowned for its jazz festival, Montreux is beautifully located on Lake Geneva. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along Montreux pleasant lakeside boulevard.

In the morning you are free to explore Montreux or to visit the picturesque Chillon castle (optional tour). Continue the tour to Täsch, near Zermatt, the most famous town in the Swiss Alps.

It’s only a 12-minute train ride from Täsch to Zermatt. Then continue to Gornergrat. Enjoy the spectacular views of one of the most famous mountains in the world, Monte Cervino or Matterhorn (elevation 3.089 m). Return to Zermatt to explore the town, afternoon return to Täsch.

Early departure to board the Glacier Express in Zermatt. Sit back in the comfortable panorama rail car and enjoy the spectacular views of the Swiss Alps. In Chur take a regular train to Zurich.

Inclusion

. Accommodation with breakfast in 4* hotels (In Täsch only 3* hotel possible).
. Swiss Travel Pass 2nd class for 6 days.
. Seat reservation on the Brünig Express/Golden Pass Line Lucerne – Interlaken.
. Seat reservation on the Golden Pass Line Interlaken - Montreux.
. Seat reservation on the Glaicer Express Zermatt - Chur.
. Train ticket to Gornergrat.
. Regular excursion to Mount Titlis (English-German speaking guide).

Exclusion

International airfares.
Optional activities.
Other meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program.
Travel insurance.
Gratuities.
Voluntary tips for guides or drivers.
Travel and medical insurance.
Any items not mentioned as included. City taxes in hotels.

Note

Departure dates: daily.

Rates do not apply during fairs etc.!

Supplement for lunch
in the Glacier Express: ...................................AUD 238 Per Person.

Please note:
• The hotels are located very close to the train station and therefore require no transfer service.
• Does not include city taxes in hotels (to be paid on site).

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Tour Category

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Car or Small Van AC

Tour Guide

Local Multi Lingual only guide

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