SWITZERLAND
TOUR
Pre-Alpine Express
Lucerne A Swiss Lakes
Adventure 6 days from £1799
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Take in views of spectacular scenery as you journey through Switzerland from Zurich to Lake Geneva. Winding your way up the ‘Queen of Mountains’ on Europe’s oldest cogwheel railway, cruising across sparkling Lake Lucerne on a paddle steamer and wine tasting in UNESCO-listed Lavaux, are just some of the incredible highlights.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Just You Tour Manager as your host
• Return flights from Heathrow with Swiss International
• 5 nights in 4-star hotels • 8 meals: 5 breakfasts, 3 dinners
PLUS…
• Montreux Riviera Card, giving free public transport
• Luggage transfer (1 piece per person) Zurich-Lucerne/ Lucerne-Montreux
• Overseas transfers & other transportation
• Porterage
• Dedicated Just You representative to greet you at all UK airports
INCLUDED EXCURSIONS • Waterways of Eastern Switzerland, including a River cruise to Lake Constance &
DAY 1 UK to Zurich
Fly to Zurich today and transfer to your hotel in the heart of the city. This evening, we’ll visit a nearby restaurant and get to know each other over dinner. HOTEL GLOCKENHOF, ZURICH (4-STAR)
DAY 2 Waterways of Eastern Switzerland
This morning we’ll set off on a scenic journey to Lucerne, where we stay
Pre-Alpine Express train to Lucerne
• Paddle steamer cruise on Lake Lucerne
• Cogwheel train to Rigi Kulm & cable car to Weggis
• Traditional folklore evening at the Stadtkeller restaurant
• Discover the history of Neuchâtel • Cruise to Yverdon-les-Bains
• Visit UNESCO-listed Lavaux for a wine tasting & snacks
OPTIONAL EXCURSION • Cog railway ride to the summit of Rochers-de-Naye & Chillon Castle
FLIGHT OPTIONS
• Connecting fl ights via London from selected local airports
Upgrade your fl ight: From £259 return Swiss Business Class with Swiss International.
for two nights. We’ll take a train to Schaffhausen, and then enjoy a river cruise past the hilltop castle of Hohenklingen to Romanshorn, on the shores of Lake Constance. From here we travel by train to St Gallen and then join the Pre-Alpine Express to Lucerne. HOTEL CONTINENTAL PARK (4-STAR)
DAY 3 Lucerne & Mount Rigi During a morning at leisure why not explore Lucerne’s medieval Old Town.
Zurich GERMANY FRANCE Lake Neuchâtel Montreux Geneva ITALY Grand Suisse Majestic
Later, we’ll discover Mount Rigi, ‘Queen of the Mountains’. Our journey begins by boat, where we’ll board a train and travel on Europe’s oldest cogwheel railway – the Mount Rigi Railway - up the mountain. Continue by cogwheel train to Kaltbad, with an onward cable car ride to the village of Weggis, where there’s free time to explore before we board a paddle steamer and cruise to Lucerne.
We’ll round off our day with dinner in a unique Swiss restaurant, the Stadtkeller. We’ll also watch a traditional Swiss folklore show and sample ‘Stadtkeller’ beer. HOTEL CONTINENTAL PARK (4-STAR)
DAY 4 Lake Neuchâtel
After breakfast this morning we take a train to Neuchâtel. Highlights include the 15th century castle and Gothic-style Collegiate Church. Explore at your own pace, and perhaps enjoy lunch with your travelling companions.
This afternoon we’ll cruise to Yverdon- les-Bains and then take a train to Montreux. On arrival we’ll check into our hotel and gather as a group for dinner. GRAND SUISSE MAJESTIC (4-STAR)
DAY 5 Montreux
Nestling in Lake Geneva bay, Montreux is an attractive town surrounded by vineyards. We have left today free for you to explore at your own pace.
Alternatively, why not join our optional excursion to the Rochers-de-Naye region and Chillon Castle. You’ll board the cog
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Flights with Swiss International or similar scheduled airline. Transfer time is approx. 25 mins. Flight timings and hotels are subject to change and will be confi rmed in your fi nal documents.
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railway at Montreux and enjoy a one-hour ride to the summit of Rochers-de-Naye. At the viewing platform you’ll be rewarded with views over Lake Geneva and the Savoy Alps. Your journey continues to Chillon Castle, beautifully located on a rock on the banks of Lake Geneva. For nearly four centuries it was the residence of the Counts of Savoy and today it is one of Switzerland’s most visited historic buildings.
This evening we’ll take the train to Rivaz for a wine-tasting in UNESCO-listed Lavaux. We’ll enjoy three wines from the region along with some snacks. GRAND SUISSE MAJESTIC (4-STAR)
DAY 6 Geneva to UK
We’ll travel by train to Geneva airport for our flight back to the UK.
Please note: We want you to get the most from your holiday with us please be advised this tour requires a good degree of physical fitness and is not suitable for anyone with limited mobility.
DEPARTURE DATES
For all dates, prices and regional fl ight options, see latest price guide. Holiday ref: SESWLA
Lucerne SWITZERLAND Schaffhausen Zurich St Gallen Vitznau
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