Swiss Border – Zermatt
Departing from the airport railway station, you travel to Zermatt (approx. 5 hrs). This quiet Alpine resort lies at the foot of the Matterhorn. Zermatt is a car-free zone, so you can relax and enjoy the beauty of the majestic mountain. The only transport allowed are electric cars and horse-drawn sleighs. Check in at your hotel. The rest of the day you are free to explore the village on your own. Overnight stay at Zermatt.
Day 02
Zermatt – Gornergrat
After breakfast, discover a stunning natural paradise: The Gornergrat train takes you from Zermatt to the top of the 3’089
m (11’333 ft) Gornergrat. The journey goes through aromatic stone pine and larch forests and across alpine meadows, which are blossoming with flowers in summer and covered with snow in winter. Experience 29 four-thousand-meter-high mountains covered with snow and ice. Enjoy the breathtaking view over the most famous peak in Switzerland – the Matterhorn. In the afternoon return to the hotel. Overnight stay at Zermatt.
Day 03
Zermatt – Interlaken
In the morning, travel to Interlaken by train (approx. 3.5 hrs). Experience crystalclear lakes, sparkling streams and fantastic falls, caressed by the sunbeams. The towering trio of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau stands like stately sentinel over a world of eternal snow. Between these captivating contrasts, a treasure trove of holiday delights is waiting to be discovered. Here are just a few of many attractions, which never fail to fascinate visitors to this Swiss region. After having checked in at your hotel, the rest of the day is free to explore Interlaken on your own. Overnight stay at Interlaken.
Day 04
Interlaken – Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe
After breakfast, you board the train to Kleine Scheidegg via Lauterbrunnen (approx. 1.5 hrs). The famous Jungfrau railway takes you to the highest station in Europe (approx. 1 hrs). A day of fun and excitement is awaiting you in the captivating snow peaks of Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe (3’454 m/11’333 ft). Film star Sunny Deol jumped from here into the depth in his award winning Film “The Hero”. Visit the Ice Cave with its ice formations or else explore the snow on the glacier. You find a range of international restaurants on the Jungfraujoch. Return to Interlaken (approx. 2.5 hrs) by train with an optional stopover in Grindelwald. Overnight stay at Interlaken.
Day 05
Interlaken – Luzern (Lucerne)
After breakfast, you are free to do whatever you like. For example take a walk through Interlaken, experience the shopping opportunities or enjoy a cruise on Lake Thun or Lake Brienz (not incl.). Later proceed to the station for your train connection to Luzern (approx. 2 hrs). Overnight stay at Luzern.
Day 06
Luzern – Mount Titlis
Today, travel by train to Engelberg (approx. 1 hrs), which is just an hour away. Experience the world’s first revolving cable car that takes (approx. 45 mins.) you to the top of Switzerland’s highest vantage point with a breathtaking 360 degree view. Spend some time in the snow with your snow disc. In the evening you return to Luzern (approx. 2 hrs). Overnight stay at Luzern.
Day 07
Luzern – Zürich/Geneva
Today you are free to explore Luzern on your own. Visit the 700 years-old wooden Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument and discover Luzern’s malls. Buy some of the famous souvenirs like Swiss watches, Swiss cheese and Swiss chocolate. Proceed to Zürich by train (approx. 1 hrs). Overnight stay at Zürich/Geneva.
Day 08
Zürich/Geneva – Depart for the onward journey
After breakfast, you either proceed to the airport for your onward flight or else continue your stay in Switzerland.
Cost is Per Person on Twin Sharing/Single Occupancy basis:
3-Star Hotel
4-Star Hotel
Valid from: 01st Nov'09 - 31st Mar'10
Double
CHF 1325.-
Single
CHF 1595.-
Double
CHF 1615.-
Single
CHF 2120.-
Valid from: 01st April'09 - 31st Oct'09
Double
CHF 1310.-
Single
CHF 1595.-
Double
CHF 1500.-
Single
CHF 2010.-
CHF 80 Upgradation to First Class Train Travel.
Hotels Used:
3 Star Hotel
4 Star Hotel
Zermatt
: Butterfly
Zermatt
: Mirabeau Alpine Residence Wellness & Spa
Interlaken
: Splendid
Interlaken
: Du Nord
Lucerne
: Waldstatterhof
Lucerne
: Radisson SAS
Zurich
: Comfort Inn
Zurich
: Swissotel
Our
Price Includes:
2 overnight stays at Zermatt with breakfast.
2 overnight stays at Interlaken with breakfast.
2 overnight stays at Luzern with breakfast.
1 overnight stay at Zürich/Gevena with breakfast.
Excursions to Gornergrat, Jungfraujoch and Mount Titlis.
Swiss rail travel in 2nd class as per the given tour program.
All taxes.
Price does not include: Meals other than those indicated above, drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls & expenses of personal nature. Airfare, airport tax, visa, travel and health insurance. Local Transfers from Airport/Railway Station to Hotel and Exucursion Sites or vice-versa at places mentioned above.
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Note: The Tour Cost is subject to change without prior notice. Hotels: Subject to Availability at the time of making Reservations.