Arrive Interlaken from a Swiss border or airport rail station.

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. As a vacation destination and convention location of international importance, Interlaken is an ideal starting point for countless excursions. Over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts and ski lifts lead to 200 kms of pistes and a dense networ

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

The Jungfraujoch, at 3,454 metres, is Europe’s highest altitude railway station and a highlight of your visit to Switzerland! Barely ten minutes from the Jungfraujoch railway station, the coolest hotspot in the Alps awaits you. Here, the Plateau’s vantage platform offers views on the one side of the Mittelland and as far as the Black Forest and the Vosges, while on the other side, the Aletsch Glacier, bordered by four-thousand-metre peaks.
Visit the Ice Palace and its treasures. Mountain guides created the aisles and halls in the 1930s with picks and saws in the middle of the Jungfraufirn. Today, artists carve the ice into realistic creatures such as an eagle, penguin, bear as though they had just turned to ice. Discover more attractions around Europe’s highest railway station or simply take refreshments in one of the many restaurants.

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

Travel to Montreux in the panoramic carriage of the Golden Pass Express, via Zweisimmen and through the wild and romantic Pays d’Enhaut. From the lake to the mountains and vineyards, Montreux Riviera offers a postcard landscape. It’s an authentic little piece of paradise that has attracted many artists, writers, and travellers in search of beauty, tranquillity, and inspiration. It’s no surprise that Charlie Chaplin chose to spend his last 25 years on the hills of Vevey, that Freddie Mercury immortalised Lake Geneva with the peaks of Le Grammont on the cover of the album “Made in Heaven”, that Igor Stravinsky composed “The Rite of Spring” in Montreux, or that Prince declared his love for Lavaux in a song named after the famous terraced vineyard, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is especially rich in cultural events, including the unmissable Montreux Jazz Festival, and boasts some of the best hotel schools and private clinics in the world. It is also a business hub with infrastructure that is perfectly suited to organising international conferences. Overnight in Montreux. (B)

Today board regional trains to Zermatt, the alpine resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn.
The location of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of an enormous hiking and ski region makes it one of the world’s most attractive vacation villages. The ski region encompasses 54 mountain railways and lifts as well as 360 kms of pistes. The region called “Matterhorn glacier paradise” is Europe’s largest and highest lying summer skiing region. Numerous national ski teams train here in the summer.
The region is legendary amongst mountaineers: the Haute Route, a challenging international route that takes several days to complete, leads from Mont Blanc to Zermatt. Over 400 kms of hiking trails lead through and out of the Matter Valley, including the mule traders’ trails, which date back to the 13th century (a part of these paths is paved).
Overnight in Zermatt. (B)

Today board the Glacier Express: which is one of the greatest train-journeys (and slowest express) in the world! Depart for St. Moritz on an 8-hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres in altitude. Travel in comfort through a landscape rich in mountain forests, alpine meadows, mountain streams and valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. On arrival at St, Moritz you will be met and guided to your hotel.

People from all over the world appreciate the modern Alpine lifestyle, characterised by top-class restaurants that can satisfy gourmet demands even by the side of the slopes, hotels that set standards in every category, and events of international calibre. The Via Serlas guarantees great shopping in a small space – even if your budget is restricted to window-shopping, it’s still a feast for the eyes. However, there a many well-priced eateries to enjoy on any budget.

Sights such as the leaning tower, a remnant of the Mauritius Church from around 1500, or the Segantini Museum, offer a change from the life of luxury and the jet set. Time permitting try one of the many restaurants on the mountain top and accessible by funicular.

Overnight in St. Moritz. (B)

Crossing the Alps in the Bernina Express certainly is one of the most spectacular ways to do it. Along the way, the Bernina Express rolls over the 65-metre-high Landwasser Viaduct, the signature structure of the Rhaetian Railway and the UNESCO World Heritage site. Travellers are treated to marvellous sights during their journey, like the Montebello curve with a view of the Bernina massif, the Morteratsch glacier, the three lakes Lej Pitschen, Lej Nair and Lago Bianco, the Alp Grüm and the Brusio Circular Viaduct. This journey is in two stages: St. Moritz to Tirano by Bernina Express Train and Tirano to Lugano by Bernina Express Bus.

Lugano, the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland’s third most important financial centre but also a town of parks and flowers, villas, and sacred buildings. With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city, combined with the cachet of a small town. Time permitting, take the funicular rail to Mount San Salvatore to enjoy spectacular views of Lugano and the lake whilst enjoying some fine Mediterranean cuisine at the summit.

Overnight in Lugano. (B)

Train journey from Lugano to Lucerne. Experience the new Gotthard Base Tunnel – with its 57 kilometres it is the longest train tunnel in the world. It takes only 17 minutes to travel this fast flat-track route under the Alpine massif in the heart of Europe. Rest of the day at leisure in Lucerne. Optionally, train from Lugano via the Gotthard Pass to Fluelen then take the Gotthard Panoramic Express Lake Steamer to Lucerne. There is a small surcharge for this.

The picturesque city of Lucerne is in the centre of Switzerland. Nestled between lake and mountains, it has a lot to offer historically, culturally, and socially. Experience this unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne.

Overnight in Lucerne. (B)

Return to any Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland.

Additional nights It is possible to book additional nights at any of the included overnight destinations in this itinerary. Additional nightly rates on application.

A coffee and a croissant will be served on board the Chocolate Train. The ‘Maison Cailler-Nestlé’ chocolate factory awaits you. You will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate making tradition followed by a chocolate tasting. Afterwards a bus takes you to the village of Gruyères for some leisure time.

You may wish to go for lunch and enjoy the tasty local cheese fondue or visit the Gruyères Castle. Late afternoon the coach takes you to ‘La Maison du Gruyère’ for a demonstration visit of the cheese factory followed by the return travel to Montreux by coach.

Dates
01 May – 30 Jun | Mon-Thu
01 Jul – 31 Aug | Daily
01 Sep – 31 Oct | Mon, Wed & Thu

FROM MONTREUX Return rail Montreux to Broc. Entrance to Maison Cailler in Broc & Chocolate Workshop*

There is hardly a more fitting place to delve into the world of chocolate than at the oldest chocolate manufacturer in Switzerland, La Maison Cailler Chocolaterie. The exhibition shows visitors the origin of chocolate from Mexico and its journey to Europe. Eventually, chocolate made its way to Switzerland and today, it’s the country’s most successful export product and more chocolate is eaten per capita than anywhere else in the world.

The milk is sourced from the farmers in the region and that the cocoa beans are imported in huge sacks from Ghana and Venezuela. Here you can watch the different stages in the production process. When the mouth-watering journey is over, you can follow the aroma of freshly made chocolate to the adjoining degustation area and store, where a massive selection of chocolate products awaits.

The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise can be reached from Zermatt in a journey time of around 40 minutes, including changes. Here you can find the return ticket to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. At an airy 3’883 metres of altitude, you will find Europe’s highest mountain station. Want to go higher still? The summit lift will bring you to the viewing platform with a 360º panoramic view that includes 38 Alpine giants. A visit to the world’s highest glacier palace will make the excursion an experience you will never forget. Travel in one of the Matterhorn Glacier Ride’s brand-new Crystal Ride cabins for a special thrill.

Arrive Interlaken from a Swiss border or airport rail station.

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. As a vacation destination and convention location of international importance, Interlaken is an ideal starting point for countless excursions. Over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts and ski lifts lead to 200 kms of pistes and a dense networ

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

The Jungfraujoch, at 3,454 metres, is Europe’s highest altitude railway station and a highlight of your visit to Switzerland! Barely ten minutes from the Jungfraujoch railway station, the coolest hotspot in the Alps awaits you. Here, the Plateau’s vantage platform offers views on the one side of the Mittelland and as far as the Black Forest and the Vosges, while on the other side, the Aletsch Glacier, bordered by four-thousand-metre peaks.
Visit the Ice Palace and its treasures. Mountain guides created the aisles and halls in the 1930s with picks and saws in the middle of the Jungfraufirn. Today, artists carve the ice into realistic creatures such as an eagle, penguin, bear as though they had just turned to ice. Discover more attractions around Europe’s highest railway station or simply take refreshments in one of the many restaurants.

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

Travel to Montreux in the panoramic carriage of the Golden Pass Express, via Zweisimmen and through the wild and romantic Pays d’Enhaut. From the lake to the mountains and vineyards, Montreux Riviera offers a postcard landscape. It’s an authentic little piece of paradise that has attracted many artists, writers, and travellers in search of beauty, tranquillity, and inspiration. It’s no surprise that Charlie Chaplin chose to spend his last 25 years on the hills of Vevey, that Freddie Mercury immortalised Lake Geneva with the peaks of Le Grammont on the cover of the album “Made in Heaven”, that Igor Stravinsky composed “The Rite of Spring” in Montreux, or that Prince declared his love for Lavaux in a song named after the famous terraced vineyard, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is especially rich in cultural events, including the unmissable Montreux Jazz Festival, and boasts some of the best hotel schools and private clinics in the world. It is also a business hub with infrastructure that is perfectly suited to organising international conferences. Overnight in Montreux. (B)

Today board regional trains to Zermatt, the alpine resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn.
The location of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of an enormous hiking and ski region makes it one of the world’s most attractive vacation villages. The ski region encompasses 54 mountain railways and lifts as well as 360 kms of pistes. The region called “Matterhorn glacier paradise” is Europe’s largest and highest lying summer skiing region. Numerous national ski teams train here in the summer.
The region is legendary amongst mountaineers: the Haute Route, a challenging international route that takes several days to complete, leads from Mont Blanc to Zermatt. Over 400 kms of hiking trails lead through and out of the Matter Valley, including the mule traders’ trails, which date back to the 13th century (a part of these paths is paved).
Overnight in Zermatt. (B)

Today board the Glacier Express: which is one of the greatest train-journeys (and slowest express) in the world! Depart for St. Moritz on an 8-hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres in altitude. Travel in comfort through a landscape rich in mountain forests, alpine meadows, mountain streams and valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. On arrival at St, Moritz you will be met and guided to your hotel.

People from all over the world appreciate the modern Alpine lifestyle, characterised by top-class restaurants that can satisfy gourmet demands even by the side of the slopes, hotels that set standards in every category, and events of international calibre. The Via Serlas guarantees great shopping in a small space – even if your budget is restricted to window-shopping, it’s still a feast for the eyes. However, there a many well-priced eateries to enjoy on any budget.

Sights such as the leaning tower, a remnant of the Mauritius Church from around 1500, or the Segantini Museum, offer a change from the life of luxury and the jet set. Time permitting try one of the many restaurants on the mountain top and accessible by funicular.

Overnight in St. Moritz. (B)

Crossing the Alps in the Bernina Express certainly is one of the most spectacular ways to do it. Along the way, the Bernina Express rolls over the 65-metre-high Landwasser Viaduct, the signature structure of the Rhaetian Railway and the UNESCO World Heritage site. Travellers are treated to marvellous sights during their journey, like the Montebello curve with a view of the Bernina massif, the Morteratsch glacier, the three lakes Lej Pitschen, Lej Nair and Lago Bianco, the Alp Grüm and the Brusio Circular Viaduct. This journey is in two stages: St. Moritz to Tirano by Bernina Express Train and Tirano to Lugano by Bernina Express Bus.

Lugano, the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland’s third most important financial centre but also a town of parks and flowers, villas, and sacred buildings. With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city, combined with the cachet of a small town. Time permitting, take the funicular rail to Mount San Salvatore to enjoy spectacular views of Lugano and the lake whilst enjoying some fine Mediterranean cuisine at the summit.

Overnight in Lugano. (B)

Train journey from Lugano to Lucerne. Experience the new Gotthard Base Tunnel – with its 57 kilometres it is the longest train tunnel in the world. It takes only 17 minutes to travel this fast flat-track route under the Alpine massif in the heart of Europe. Rest of the day at leisure in Lucerne. Optionally, train from Lugano via the Gotthard Pass to Fluelen then take the Gotthard Panoramic Express Lake Steamer to Lucerne. There is a small surcharge for this.

The picturesque city of Lucerne is in the centre of Switzerland. Nestled between lake and mountains, it has a lot to offer historically, culturally, and socially. Experience this unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne.

Overnight in Lucerne. (B)

Return to any Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland.

Additional nights It is possible to book additional nights at any of the included overnight destinations in this itinerary. Additional nightly rates on application.

A coffee and a croissant will be served on board the Chocolate Train. The ‘Maison Cailler-Nestlé’ chocolate factory awaits you. You will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate making tradition followed by a chocolate tasting. Afterwards a bus takes you to the village of Gruyères for some leisure time.

You may wish to go for lunch and enjoy the tasty local cheese fondue or visit the Gruyères Castle. Late afternoon the coach takes you to ‘La Maison du Gruyère’ for a demonstration visit of the cheese factory followed by the return travel to Montreux by coach.

Dates
01 May – 30 Jun | Mon-Thu
01 Jul – 31 Aug | Daily
01 Sep – 31 Oct | Mon, Wed & Thu

FROM MONTREUX Return rail Montreux to Broc. Entrance to Maison Cailler in Broc & Chocolate Workshop*

There is hardly a more fitting place to delve into the world of chocolate than at the oldest chocolate manufacturer in Switzerland, La Maison Cailler Chocolaterie. The exhibition shows visitors the origin of chocolate from Mexico and its journey to Europe. Eventually, chocolate made its way to Switzerland and today, it’s the country’s most successful export product and more chocolate is eaten per capita than anywhere else in the world.

The milk is sourced from the farmers in the region and that the cocoa beans are imported in huge sacks from Ghana and Venezuela. Here you can watch the different stages in the production process. When the mouth-watering journey is over, you can follow the aroma of freshly made chocolate to the adjoining degustation area and store, where a massive selection of chocolate products awaits.

The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise can be reached from Zermatt in a journey time of around 40 minutes, including changes. Here you can find the return ticket to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. At an airy 3’883 metres of altitude, you will find Europe’s highest mountain station. Want to go higher still? The summit lift will bring you to the viewing platform with a 360º panoramic view that includes 38 Alpine giants. A visit to the world’s highest glacier palace will make the excursion an experience you will never forget. Travel in one of the Matterhorn Glacier Ride’s brand-new Crystal Ride cabins for a special thrill.

Arrive Interlaken from a Swiss border or airport rail station.

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. As a vacation destination and convention location of international importance, Interlaken is an ideal starting point for countless excursions. Over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts and ski lifts lead to 200 kms of pistes and a dense networ

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

The Jungfraujoch, at 3,454 metres, is Europe’s highest altitude railway station and a highlight of your visit to Switzerland! Barely ten minutes from the Jungfraujoch railway station, the coolest hotspot in the Alps awaits you. Here, the Plateau’s vantage platform offers views on the one side of the Mittelland and as far as the Black Forest and the Vosges, while on the other side, the Aletsch Glacier, bordered by four-thousand-metre peaks.
Visit the Ice Palace and its treasures. Mountain guides created the aisles and halls in the 1930s with picks and saws in the middle of the Jungfraufirn. Today, artists carve the ice into realistic creatures such as an eagle, penguin, bear as though they had just turned to ice. Discover more attractions around Europe’s highest railway station or simply take refreshments in one of the many restaurants.

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

Travel to Montreux in the panoramic carriage of the Golden Pass Express, via Zweisimmen and through the wild and romantic Pays d’Enhaut. From the lake to the mountains and vineyards, Montreux Riviera offers a postcard landscape. It’s an authentic little piece of paradise that has attracted many artists, writers, and travellers in search of beauty, tranquillity, and inspiration. It’s no surprise that Charlie Chaplin chose to spend his last 25 years on the hills of Vevey, that Freddie Mercury immortalised Lake Geneva with the peaks of Le Grammont on the cover of the album “Made in Heaven”, that Igor Stravinsky composed “The Rite of Spring” in Montreux, or that Prince declared his love for Lavaux in a song named after the famous terraced vineyard, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is especially rich in cultural events, including the unmissable Montreux Jazz Festival, and boasts some of the best hotel schools and private clinics in the world. It is also a business hub with infrastructure that is perfectly suited to organising international conferences. Overnight in Montreux. (B)

Today board regional trains to Zermatt, the alpine resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn.
The location of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of an enormous hiking and ski region makes it one of the world’s most attractive vacation villages. The ski region encompasses 54 mountain railways and lifts as well as 360 kms of pistes. The region called “Matterhorn glacier paradise” is Europe’s largest and highest lying summer skiing region. Numerous national ski teams train here in the summer.
The region is legendary amongst mountaineers: the Haute Route, a challenging international route that takes several days to complete, leads from Mont Blanc to Zermatt. Over 400 kms of hiking trails lead through and out of the Matter Valley, including the mule traders’ trails, which date back to the 13th century (a part of these paths is paved).
Overnight in Zermatt. (B)

Today board the Glacier Express: which is one of the greatest train-journeys (and slowest express) in the world! Depart for St. Moritz on an 8-hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres in altitude. Travel in comfort through a landscape rich in mountain forests, alpine meadows, mountain streams and valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. On arrival at St, Moritz you will be met and guided to your hotel.

People from all over the world appreciate the modern Alpine lifestyle, characterised by top-class restaurants that can satisfy gourmet demands even by the side of the slopes, hotels that set standards in every category, and events of international calibre. The Via Serlas guarantees great shopping in a small space – even if your budget is restricted to window-shopping, it’s still a feast for the eyes. However, there a many well-priced eateries to enjoy on any budget.

Sights such as the leaning tower, a remnant of the Mauritius Church from around 1500, or the Segantini Museum, offer a change from the life of luxury and the jet set. Time permitting try one of the many restaurants on the mountain top and accessible by funicular.

Overnight in St. Moritz. (B)

Crossing the Alps in the Bernina Express certainly is one of the most spectacular ways to do it. Along the way, the Bernina Express rolls over the 65-metre-high Landwasser Viaduct, the signature structure of the Rhaetian Railway and the UNESCO World Heritage site. Travellers are treated to marvellous sights during their journey, like the Montebello curve with a view of the Bernina massif, the Morteratsch glacier, the three lakes Lej Pitschen, Lej Nair and Lago Bianco, the Alp Grüm and the Brusio Circular Viaduct. This journey is in two stages: St. Moritz to Tirano by Bernina Express Train and Tirano to Lugano by Bernina Express Bus.

Lugano, the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland’s third most important financial centre but also a town of parks and flowers, villas, and sacred buildings. With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city, combined with the cachet of a small town. Time permitting, take the funicular rail to Mount San Salvatore to enjoy spectacular views of Lugano and the lake whilst enjoying some fine Mediterranean cuisine at the summit.

Overnight in Lugano. (B)

Train journey from Lugano to Lucerne. Experience the new Gotthard Base Tunnel – with its 57 kilometres it is the longest train tunnel in the world. It takes only 17 minutes to travel this fast flat-track route under the Alpine massif in the heart of Europe. Rest of the day at leisure in Lucerne. Optionally, train from Lugano via the Gotthard Pass to Fluelen then take the Gotthard Panoramic Express Lake Steamer to Lucerne. There is a small surcharge for this.

The picturesque city of Lucerne is in the centre of Switzerland. Nestled between lake and mountains, it has a lot to offer historically, culturally, and socially. Experience this unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne.

Overnight in Lucerne. (B)

Return to any Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland.

Additional nights It is possible to book additional nights at any of the included overnight destinations in this itinerary. Additional nightly rates on application.

A coffee and a croissant will be served on board the Chocolate Train. The ‘Maison Cailler-Nestlé’ chocolate factory awaits you. You will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate making tradition followed by a chocolate tasting. Afterwards a bus takes you to the village of Gruyères for some leisure time.

You may wish to go for lunch and enjoy the tasty local cheese fondue or visit the Gruyères Castle. Late afternoon the coach takes you to ‘La Maison du Gruyère’ for a demonstration visit of the cheese factory followed by the return travel to Montreux by coach.

Dates
01 May – 30 Jun | Mon-Thu
01 Jul – 31 Aug | Daily
01 Sep – 31 Oct | Mon, Wed & Thu

FROM MONTREUX Return rail Montreux to Broc. Entrance to Maison Cailler in Broc & Chocolate Workshop*

There is hardly a more fitting place to delve into the world of chocolate than at the oldest chocolate manufacturer in Switzerland, La Maison Cailler Chocolaterie. The exhibition shows visitors the origin of chocolate from Mexico and its journey to Europe. Eventually, chocolate made its way to Switzerland and today, it’s the country’s most successful export product and more chocolate is eaten per capita than anywhere else in the world.

The milk is sourced from the farmers in the region and that the cocoa beans are imported in huge sacks from Ghana and Venezuela. Here you can watch the different stages in the production process. When the mouth-watering journey is over, you can follow the aroma of freshly made chocolate to the adjoining degustation area and store, where a massive selection of chocolate products awaits.

The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise can be reached from Zermatt in a journey time of around 40 minutes, including changes. Here you can find the return ticket to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. At an airy 3’883 metres of altitude, you will find Europe’s highest mountain station. Want to go higher still? The summit lift will bring you to the viewing platform with a 360º panoramic view that includes 38 Alpine giants. A visit to the world’s highest glacier palace will make the excursion an experience you will never forget. Travel in one of the Matterhorn Glacier Ride’s brand-new Crystal Ride cabins for a special thrill.

Arrive Interlaken from a Swiss border or airport rail station.

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. As a vacation destination and convention location of international importance, Interlaken is an ideal starting point for countless excursions. Over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts and ski lifts lead to 200 kms of pistes and a dense networ

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

The Jungfraujoch, at 3,454 metres, is Europe’s highest altitude railway station and a highlight of your visit to Switzerland! Barely ten minutes from the Jungfraujoch railway station, the coolest hotspot in the Alps awaits you. Here, the Plateau’s vantage platform offers views on the one side of the Mittelland and as far as the Black Forest and the Vosges, while on the other side, the Aletsch Glacier, bordered by four-thousand-metre peaks.
Visit the Ice Palace and its treasures. Mountain guides created the aisles and halls in the 1930s with picks and saws in the middle of the Jungfraufirn. Today, artists carve the ice into realistic creatures such as an eagle, penguin, bear as though they had just turned to ice. Discover more attractions around Europe’s highest railway station or simply take refreshments in one of the many restaurants.

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

Travel to Montreux in the panoramic carriage of the Golden Pass Express, via Zweisimmen and through the wild and romantic Pays d’Enhaut. From the lake to the mountains and vineyards, Montreux Riviera offers a postcard landscape. It’s an authentic little piece of paradise that has attracted many artists, writers, and travellers in search of beauty, tranquillity, and inspiration. It’s no surprise that Charlie Chaplin chose to spend his last 25 years on the hills of Vevey, that Freddie Mercury immortalised Lake Geneva with the peaks of Le Grammont on the cover of the album “Made in Heaven”, that Igor Stravinsky composed “The Rite of Spring” in Montreux, or that Prince declared his love for Lavaux in a song named after the famous terraced vineyard, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is especially rich in cultural events, including the unmissable Montreux Jazz Festival, and boasts some of the best hotel schools and private clinics in the world. It is also a business hub with infrastructure that is perfectly suited to organising international conferences. Overnight in Montreux. (B)

Today board regional trains to Zermatt, the alpine resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn.
The location of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of an enormous hiking and ski region makes it one of the world’s most attractive vacation villages. The ski region encompasses 54 mountain railways and lifts as well as 360 kms of pistes. The region called “Matterhorn glacier paradise” is Europe’s largest and highest lying summer skiing region. Numerous national ski teams train here in the summer.
The region is legendary amongst mountaineers: the Haute Route, a challenging international route that takes several days to complete, leads from Mont Blanc to Zermatt. Over 400 kms of hiking trails lead through and out of the Matter Valley, including the mule traders’ trails, which date back to the 13th century (a part of these paths is paved).
Overnight in Zermatt. (B)

Today board the Glacier Express: which is one of the greatest train-journeys (and slowest express) in the world! Depart for St. Moritz on an 8-hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres in altitude. Travel in comfort through a landscape rich in mountain forests, alpine meadows, mountain streams and valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. On arrival at St, Moritz you will be met and guided to your hotel.

People from all over the world appreciate the modern Alpine lifestyle, characterised by top-class restaurants that can satisfy gourmet demands even by the side of the slopes, hotels that set standards in every category, and events of international calibre. The Via Serlas guarantees great shopping in a small space – even if your budget is restricted to window-shopping, it’s still a feast for the eyes. However, there a many well-priced eateries to enjoy on any budget.

Sights such as the leaning tower, a remnant of the Mauritius Church from around 1500, or the Segantini Museum, offer a change from the life of luxury and the jet set. Time permitting try one of the many restaurants on the mountain top and accessible by funicular.

Overnight in St. Moritz. (B)

Crossing the Alps in the Bernina Express certainly is one of the most spectacular ways to do it. Along the way, the Bernina Express rolls over the 65-metre-high Landwasser Viaduct, the signature structure of the Rhaetian Railway and the UNESCO World Heritage site. Travellers are treated to marvellous sights during their journey, like the Montebello curve with a view of the Bernina massif, the Morteratsch glacier, the three lakes Lej Pitschen, Lej Nair and Lago Bianco, the Alp Grüm and the Brusio Circular Viaduct. This journey is in two stages: St. Moritz to Tirano by Bernina Express Train and Tirano to Lugano by Bernina Express Bus.

Lugano, the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland’s third most important financial centre but also a town of parks and flowers, villas, and sacred buildings. With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city, combined with the cachet of a small town. Time permitting, take the funicular rail to Mount San Salvatore to enjoy spectacular views of Lugano and the lake whilst enjoying some fine Mediterranean cuisine at the summit.

Overnight in Lugano. (B)

Train journey from Lugano to Lucerne. Experience the new Gotthard Base Tunnel – with its 57 kilometres it is the longest train tunnel in the world. It takes only 17 minutes to travel this fast flat-track route under the Alpine massif in the heart of Europe. Rest of the day at leisure in Lucerne. Optionally, train from Lugano via the Gotthard Pass to Fluelen then take the Gotthard Panoramic Express Lake Steamer to Lucerne. There is a small surcharge for this.

The picturesque city of Lucerne is in the centre of Switzerland. Nestled between lake and mountains, it has a lot to offer historically, culturally, and socially. Experience this unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne.

Overnight in Lucerne. (B)

Return to any Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland.

Additional nights It is possible to book additional nights at any of the included overnight destinations in this itinerary. Additional nightly rates on application.

A coffee and a croissant will be served on board the Chocolate Train. The ‘Maison Cailler-Nestlé’ chocolate factory awaits you. You will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate making tradition followed by a chocolate tasting. Afterwards a bus takes you to the village of Gruyères for some leisure time.

You may wish to go for lunch and enjoy the tasty local cheese fondue or visit the Gruyères Castle. Late afternoon the coach takes you to ‘La Maison du Gruyère’ for a demonstration visit of the cheese factory followed by the return travel to Montreux by coach.

Dates
01 May – 30 Jun | Mon-Thu
01 Jul – 31 Aug | Daily
01 Sep – 31 Oct | Mon, Wed & Thu

FROM MONTREUX Return rail Montreux to Broc. Entrance to Maison Cailler in Broc & Chocolate Workshop*

There is hardly a more fitting place to delve into the world of chocolate than at the oldest chocolate manufacturer in Switzerland, La Maison Cailler Chocolaterie. The exhibition shows visitors the origin of chocolate from Mexico and its journey to Europe. Eventually, chocolate made its way to Switzerland and today, it’s the country’s most successful export product and more chocolate is eaten per capita than anywhere else in the world.

The milk is sourced from the farmers in the region and that the cocoa beans are imported in huge sacks from Ghana and Venezuela. Here you can watch the different stages in the production process. When the mouth-watering journey is over, you can follow the aroma of freshly made chocolate to the adjoining degustation area and store, where a massive selection of chocolate products awaits.

The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise can be reached from Zermatt in a journey time of around 40 minutes, including changes. Here you can find the return ticket to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. At an airy 3’883 metres of altitude, you will find Europe’s highest mountain station. Want to go higher still? The summit lift will bring you to the viewing platform with a 360º panoramic view that includes 38 Alpine giants. A visit to the world’s highest glacier palace will make the excursion an experience you will never forget. Travel in one of the Matterhorn Glacier Ride’s brand-new Crystal Ride cabins for a special thrill.

Arrive Interlaken from a Swiss border or airport rail station.

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. As a vacation destination and convention location of international importance, Interlaken is an ideal starting point for countless excursions. Over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts and ski lifts lead to 200 kms of pistes and a dense networ

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

The Jungfraujoch, at 3,454 metres, is Europe’s highest altitude railway station and a highlight of your visit to Switzerland! Barely ten minutes from the Jungfraujoch railway station, the coolest hotspot in the Alps awaits you. Here, the Plateau’s vantage platform offers views on the one side of the Mittelland and as far as the Black Forest and the Vosges, while on the other side, the Aletsch Glacier, bordered by four-thousand-metre peaks.
Visit the Ice Palace and its treasures. Mountain guides created the aisles and halls in the 1930s with picks and saws in the middle of the Jungfraufirn. Today, artists carve the ice into realistic creatures such as an eagle, penguin, bear as though they had just turned to ice. Discover more attractions around Europe’s highest railway station or simply take refreshments in one of the many restaurants.

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

Travel to Montreux in the panoramic carriage of the Golden Pass Express, via Zweisimmen and through the wild and romantic Pays d’Enhaut. From the lake to the mountains and vineyards, Montreux Riviera offers a postcard landscape. It’s an authentic little piece of paradise that has attracted many artists, writers, and travellers in search of beauty, tranquillity, and inspiration. It’s no surprise that Charlie Chaplin chose to spend his last 25 years on the hills of Vevey, that Freddie Mercury immortalised Lake Geneva with the peaks of Le Grammont on the cover of the album “Made in Heaven”, that Igor Stravinsky composed “The Rite of Spring” in Montreux, or that Prince declared his love for Lavaux in a song named after the famous terraced vineyard, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is especially rich in cultural events, including the unmissable Montreux Jazz Festival, and boasts some of the best hotel schools and private clinics in the world. It is also a business hub with infrastructure that is perfectly suited to organising international conferences. Overnight in Montreux. (B)

Today board regional trains to Zermatt, the alpine resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn.
The location of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of an enormous hiking and ski region makes it one of the world’s most attractive vacation villages. The ski region encompasses 54 mountain railways and lifts as well as 360 kms of pistes. The region called “Matterhorn glacier paradise” is Europe’s largest and highest lying summer skiing region. Numerous national ski teams train here in the summer.
The region is legendary amongst mountaineers: the Haute Route, a challenging international route that takes several days to complete, leads from Mont Blanc to Zermatt. Over 400 kms of hiking trails lead through and out of the Matter Valley, including the mule traders’ trails, which date back to the 13th century (a part of these paths is paved).
Overnight in Zermatt. (B)

Today board the Glacier Express: which is one of the greatest train-journeys (and slowest express) in the world! Depart for St. Moritz on an 8-hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres in altitude. Travel in comfort through a landscape rich in mountain forests, alpine meadows, mountain streams and valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. On arrival at St, Moritz you will be met and guided to your hotel.

People from all over the world appreciate the modern Alpine lifestyle, characterised by top-class restaurants that can satisfy gourmet demands even by the side of the slopes, hotels that set standards in every category, and events of international calibre. The Via Serlas guarantees great shopping in a small space – even if your budget is restricted to window-shopping, it’s still a feast for the eyes. However, there a many well-priced eateries to enjoy on any budget.

Sights such as the leaning tower, a remnant of the Mauritius Church from around 1500, or the Segantini Museum, offer a change from the life of luxury and the jet set. Time permitting try one of the many restaurants on the mountain top and accessible by funicular.

Overnight in St. Moritz. (B)

Crossing the Alps in the Bernina Express certainly is one of the most spectacular ways to do it. Along the way, the Bernina Express rolls over the 65-metre-high Landwasser Viaduct, the signature structure of the Rhaetian Railway and the UNESCO World Heritage site. Travellers are treated to marvellous sights during their journey, like the Montebello curve with a view of the Bernina massif, the Morteratsch glacier, the three lakes Lej Pitschen, Lej Nair and Lago Bianco, the Alp Grüm and the Brusio Circular Viaduct. This journey is in two stages: St. Moritz to Tirano by Bernina Express Train and Tirano to Lugano by Bernina Express Bus.

Lugano, the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland’s third most important financial centre but also a town of parks and flowers, villas, and sacred buildings. With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city, combined with the cachet of a small town. Time permitting, take the funicular rail to Mount San Salvatore to enjoy spectacular views of Lugano and the lake whilst enjoying some fine Mediterranean cuisine at the summit.

Overnight in Lugano. (B)

Train journey from Lugano to Lucerne. Experience the new Gotthard Base Tunnel – with its 57 kilometres it is the longest train tunnel in the world. It takes only 17 minutes to travel this fast flat-track route under the Alpine massif in the heart of Europe. Rest of the day at leisure in Lucerne. Optionally, train from Lugano via the Gotthard Pass to Fluelen then take the Gotthard Panoramic Express Lake Steamer to Lucerne. There is a small surcharge for this.

The picturesque city of Lucerne is in the centre of Switzerland. Nestled between lake and mountains, it has a lot to offer historically, culturally, and socially. Experience this unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne.

Overnight in Lucerne. (B)

Return to any Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland.

Additional nights It is possible to book additional nights at any of the included overnight destinations in this itinerary. Additional nightly rates on application.

A coffee and a croissant will be served on board the Chocolate Train. The ‘Maison Cailler-Nestlé’ chocolate factory awaits you. You will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate making tradition followed by a chocolate tasting. Afterwards a bus takes you to the village of Gruyères for some leisure time.

You may wish to go for lunch and enjoy the tasty local cheese fondue or visit the Gruyères Castle. Late afternoon the coach takes you to ‘La Maison du Gruyère’ for a demonstration visit of the cheese factory followed by the return travel to Montreux by coach.

Dates
01 May – 30 Jun | Mon-Thu
01 Jul – 31 Aug | Daily
01 Sep – 31 Oct | Mon, Wed & Thu

FROM MONTREUX Return rail Montreux to Broc. Entrance to Maison Cailler in Broc & Chocolate Workshop*

There is hardly a more fitting place to delve into the world of chocolate than at the oldest chocolate manufacturer in Switzerland, La Maison Cailler Chocolaterie. The exhibition shows visitors the origin of chocolate from Mexico and its journey to Europe. Eventually, chocolate made its way to Switzerland and today, it’s the country’s most successful export product and more chocolate is eaten per capita than anywhere else in the world.

The milk is sourced from the farmers in the region and that the cocoa beans are imported in huge sacks from Ghana and Venezuela. Here you can watch the different stages in the production process. When the mouth-watering journey is over, you can follow the aroma of freshly made chocolate to the adjoining degustation area and store, where a massive selection of chocolate products awaits.

The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise can be reached from Zermatt in a journey time of around 40 minutes, including changes. Here you can find the return ticket to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. At an airy 3’883 metres of altitude, you will find Europe’s highest mountain station. Want to go higher still? The summit lift will bring you to the viewing platform with a 360º panoramic view that includes 38 Alpine giants. A visit to the world’s highest glacier palace will make the excursion an experience you will never forget. Travel in one of the Matterhorn Glacier Ride’s brand-new Crystal Ride cabins for a special thrill.

Arrive Interlaken from a Swiss border or airport rail station.

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. As a vacation destination and convention location of international importance, Interlaken is an ideal starting point for countless excursions. Over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts and ski lifts lead to 200 kms of pistes and a dense networ

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

The Jungfraujoch, at 3,454 metres, is Europe’s highest altitude railway station and a highlight of your visit to Switzerland! Barely ten minutes from the Jungfraujoch railway station, the coolest hotspot in the Alps awaits you. Here, the Plateau’s vantage platform offers views on the one side of the Mittelland and as far as the Black Forest and the Vosges, while on the other side, the Aletsch Glacier, bordered by four-thousand-metre peaks.
Visit the Ice Palace and its treasures. Mountain guides created the aisles and halls in the 1930s with picks and saws in the middle of the Jungfraufirn. Today, artists carve the ice into realistic creatures such as an eagle, penguin, bear as though they had just turned to ice. Discover more attractions around Europe’s highest railway station or simply take refreshments in one of the many restaurants.

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

Travel to Montreux in the panoramic carriage of the Golden Pass Express, via Zweisimmen and through the wild and romantic Pays d’Enhaut. From the lake to the mountains and vineyards, Montreux Riviera offers a postcard landscape. It’s an authentic little piece of paradise that has attracted many artists, writers, and travellers in search of beauty, tranquillity, and inspiration. It’s no surprise that Charlie Chaplin chose to spend his last 25 years on the hills of Vevey, that Freddie Mercury immortalised Lake Geneva with the peaks of Le Grammont on the cover of the album “Made in Heaven”, that Igor Stravinsky composed “The Rite of Spring” in Montreux, or that Prince declared his love for Lavaux in a song named after the famous terraced vineyard, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is especially rich in cultural events, including the unmissable Montreux Jazz Festival, and boasts some of the best hotel schools and private clinics in the world. It is also a business hub with infrastructure that is perfectly suited to organising international conferences. Overnight in Montreux. (B)

Today board regional trains to Zermatt, the alpine resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn.
The location of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of an enormous hiking and ski region makes it one of the world’s most attractive vacation villages. The ski region encompasses 54 mountain railways and lifts as well as 360 kms of pistes. The region called “Matterhorn glacier paradise” is Europe’s largest and highest lying summer skiing region. Numerous national ski teams train here in the summer.
The region is legendary amongst mountaineers: the Haute Route, a challenging international route that takes several days to complete, leads from Mont Blanc to Zermatt. Over 400 kms of hiking trails lead through and out of the Matter Valley, including the mule traders’ trails, which date back to the 13th century (a part of these paths is paved).
Overnight in Zermatt. (B)

Today board the Glacier Express: which is one of the greatest train-journeys (and slowest express) in the world! Depart for St. Moritz on an 8-hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres in altitude. Travel in comfort through a landscape rich in mountain forests, alpine meadows, mountain streams and valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. On arrival at St, Moritz you will be met and guided to your hotel.

People from all over the world appreciate the modern Alpine lifestyle, characterised by top-class restaurants that can satisfy gourmet demands even by the side of the slopes, hotels that set standards in every category, and events of international calibre. The Via Serlas guarantees great shopping in a small space – even if your budget is restricted to window-shopping, it’s still a feast for the eyes. However, there a many well-priced eateries to enjoy on any budget.

Sights such as the leaning tower, a remnant of the Mauritius Church from around 1500, or the Segantini Museum, offer a change from the life of luxury and the jet set. Time permitting try one of the many restaurants on the mountain top and accessible by funicular.

Overnight in St. Moritz. (B)

Crossing the Alps in the Bernina Express certainly is one of the most spectacular ways to do it. Along the way, the Bernina Express rolls over the 65-metre-high Landwasser Viaduct, the signature structure of the Rhaetian Railway and the UNESCO World Heritage site. Travellers are treated to marvellous sights during their journey, like the Montebello curve with a view of the Bernina massif, the Morteratsch glacier, the three lakes Lej Pitschen, Lej Nair and Lago Bianco, the Alp Grüm and the Brusio Circular Viaduct. This journey is in two stages: St. Moritz to Tirano by Bernina Express Train and Tirano to Lugano by Bernina Express Bus.

Lugano, the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland’s third most important financial centre but also a town of parks and flowers, villas, and sacred buildings. With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city, combined with the cachet of a small town. Time permitting, take the funicular rail to Mount San Salvatore to enjoy spectacular views of Lugano and the lake whilst enjoying some fine Mediterranean cuisine at the summit.

Overnight in Lugano. (B)

Train journey from Lugano to Lucerne. Experience the new Gotthard Base Tunnel – with its 57 kilometres it is the longest train tunnel in the world. It takes only 17 minutes to travel this fast flat-track route under the Alpine massif in the heart of Europe. Rest of the day at leisure in Lucerne. Optionally, train from Lugano via the Gotthard Pass to Fluelen then take the Gotthard Panoramic Express Lake Steamer to Lucerne. There is a small surcharge for this.

The picturesque city of Lucerne is in the centre of Switzerland. Nestled between lake and mountains, it has a lot to offer historically, culturally, and socially. Experience this unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne.

Overnight in Lucerne. (B)

Return to any Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland.

Additional nights It is possible to book additional nights at any of the included overnight destinations in this itinerary. Additional nightly rates on application.

A coffee and a croissant will be served on board the Chocolate Train. The ‘Maison Cailler-Nestlé’ chocolate factory awaits you. You will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate making tradition followed by a chocolate tasting. Afterwards a bus takes you to the village of Gruyères for some leisure time.

You may wish to go for lunch and enjoy the tasty local cheese fondue or visit the Gruyères Castle. Late afternoon the coach takes you to ‘La Maison du Gruyère’ for a demonstration visit of the cheese factory followed by the return travel to Montreux by coach.

Dates
01 May – 30 Jun | Mon-Thu
01 Jul – 31 Aug | Daily
01 Sep – 31 Oct | Mon, Wed & Thu

FROM MONTREUX Return rail Montreux to Broc. Entrance to Maison Cailler in Broc & Chocolate Workshop*

There is hardly a more fitting place to delve into the world of chocolate than at the oldest chocolate manufacturer in Switzerland, La Maison Cailler Chocolaterie. The exhibition shows visitors the origin of chocolate from Mexico and its journey to Europe. Eventually, chocolate made its way to Switzerland and today, it’s the country’s most successful export product and more chocolate is eaten per capita than anywhere else in the world.

The milk is sourced from the farmers in the region and that the cocoa beans are imported in huge sacks from Ghana and Venezuela. Here you can watch the different stages in the production process. When the mouth-watering journey is over, you can follow the aroma of freshly made chocolate to the adjoining degustation area and store, where a massive selection of chocolate products awaits.

The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise can be reached from Zermatt in a journey time of around 40 minutes, including changes. Here you can find the return ticket to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. At an airy 3’883 metres of altitude, you will find Europe’s highest mountain station. Want to go higher still? The summit lift will bring you to the viewing platform with a 360º panoramic view that includes 38 Alpine giants. A visit to the world’s highest glacier palace will make the excursion an experience you will never forget. Travel in one of the Matterhorn Glacier Ride’s brand-new Crystal Ride cabins for a special thrill.

Arrive Interlaken from a Swiss border or airport rail station.

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. As a vacation destination and convention location of international importance, Interlaken is an ideal starting point for countless excursions. Over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts and ski lifts lead to 200 kms of pistes and a dense networ

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

The Jungfraujoch, at 3,454 metres, is Europe’s highest altitude railway station and a highlight of your visit to Switzerland! Barely ten minutes from the Jungfraujoch railway station, the coolest hotspot in the Alps awaits you. Here, the Plateau’s vantage platform offers views on the one side of the Mittelland and as far as the Black Forest and the Vosges, while on the other side, the Aletsch Glacier, bordered by four-thousand-metre peaks.
Visit the Ice Palace and its treasures. Mountain guides created the aisles and halls in the 1930s with picks and saws in the middle of the Jungfraufirn. Today, artists carve the ice into realistic creatures such as an eagle, penguin, bear as though they had just turned to ice. Discover more attractions around Europe’s highest railway station or simply take refreshments in one of the many restaurants.

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

Travel to Montreux in the panoramic carriage of the Golden Pass Express, via Zweisimmen and through the wild and romantic Pays d’Enhaut. From the lake to the mountains and vineyards, Montreux Riviera offers a postcard landscape. It’s an authentic little piece of paradise that has attracted many artists, writers, and travellers in search of beauty, tranquillity, and inspiration. It’s no surprise that Charlie Chaplin chose to spend his last 25 years on the hills of Vevey, that Freddie Mercury immortalised Lake Geneva with the peaks of Le Grammont on the cover of the album “Made in Heaven”, that Igor Stravinsky composed “The Rite of Spring” in Montreux, or that Prince declared his love for Lavaux in a song named after the famous terraced vineyard, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is especially rich in cultural events, including the unmissable Montreux Jazz Festival, and boasts some of the best hotel schools and private clinics in the world. It is also a business hub with infrastructure that is perfectly suited to organising international conferences. Overnight in Montreux. (B)

Today board regional trains to Zermatt, the alpine resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn.
The location of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of an enormous hiking and ski region makes it one of the world’s most attractive vacation villages. The ski region encompasses 54 mountain railways and lifts as well as 360 kms of pistes. The region called “Matterhorn glacier paradise” is Europe’s largest and highest lying summer skiing region. Numerous national ski teams train here in the summer.
The region is legendary amongst mountaineers: the Haute Route, a challenging international route that takes several days to complete, leads from Mont Blanc to Zermatt. Over 400 kms of hiking trails lead through and out of the Matter Valley, including the mule traders’ trails, which date back to the 13th century (a part of these paths is paved).
Overnight in Zermatt. (B)

Today board the Glacier Express: which is one of the greatest train-journeys (and slowest express) in the world! Depart for St. Moritz on an 8-hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres in altitude. Travel in comfort through a landscape rich in mountain forests, alpine meadows, mountain streams and valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. On arrival at St, Moritz you will be met and guided to your hotel.

People from all over the world appreciate the modern Alpine lifestyle, characterised by top-class restaurants that can satisfy gourmet demands even by the side of the slopes, hotels that set standards in every category, and events of international calibre. The Via Serlas guarantees great shopping in a small space – even if your budget is restricted to window-shopping, it’s still a feast for the eyes. However, there a many well-priced eateries to enjoy on any budget.

Sights such as the leaning tower, a remnant of the Mauritius Church from around 1500, or the Segantini Museum, offer a change from the life of luxury and the jet set. Time permitting try one of the many restaurants on the mountain top and accessible by funicular.

Overnight in St. Moritz. (B)

Crossing the Alps in the Bernina Express certainly is one of the most spectacular ways to do it. Along the way, the Bernina Express rolls over the 65-metre-high Landwasser Viaduct, the signature structure of the Rhaetian Railway and the UNESCO World Heritage site. Travellers are treated to marvellous sights during their journey, like the Montebello curve with a view of the Bernina massif, the Morteratsch glacier, the three lakes Lej Pitschen, Lej Nair and Lago Bianco, the Alp Grüm and the Brusio Circular Viaduct. This journey is in two stages: St. Moritz to Tirano by Bernina Express Train and Tirano to Lugano by Bernina Express Bus.

Lugano, the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland’s third most important financial centre but also a town of parks and flowers, villas, and sacred buildings. With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city, combined with the cachet of a small town. Time permitting, take the funicular rail to Mount San Salvatore to enjoy spectacular views of Lugano and the lake whilst enjoying some fine Mediterranean cuisine at the summit.

Overnight in Lugano. (B)

Train journey from Lugano to Lucerne. Experience the new Gotthard Base Tunnel – with its 57 kilometres it is the longest train tunnel in the world. It takes only 17 minutes to travel this fast flat-track route under the Alpine massif in the heart of Europe. Rest of the day at leisure in Lucerne. Optionally, train from Lugano via the Gotthard Pass to Fluelen then take the Gotthard Panoramic Express Lake Steamer to Lucerne. There is a small surcharge for this.

The picturesque city of Lucerne is in the centre of Switzerland. Nestled between lake and mountains, it has a lot to offer historically, culturally, and socially. Experience this unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne.

Overnight in Lucerne. (B)

Return to any Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland.

Additional nights It is possible to book additional nights at any of the included overnight destinations in this itinerary. Additional nightly rates on application.

A coffee and a croissant will be served on board the Chocolate Train. The ‘Maison Cailler-Nestlé’ chocolate factory awaits you. You will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate making tradition followed by a chocolate tasting. Afterwards a bus takes you to the village of Gruyères for some leisure time.

You may wish to go for lunch and enjoy the tasty local cheese fondue or visit the Gruyères Castle. Late afternoon the coach takes you to ‘La Maison du Gruyère’ for a demonstration visit of the cheese factory followed by the return travel to Montreux by coach.

Dates
01 May – 30 Jun | Mon-Thu
01 Jul – 31 Aug | Daily
01 Sep – 31 Oct | Mon, Wed & Thu

FROM MONTREUX Return rail Montreux to Broc. Entrance to Maison Cailler in Broc & Chocolate Workshop*

There is hardly a more fitting place to delve into the world of chocolate than at the oldest chocolate manufacturer in Switzerland, La Maison Cailler Chocolaterie. The exhibition shows visitors the origin of chocolate from Mexico and its journey to Europe. Eventually, chocolate made its way to Switzerland and today, it’s the country’s most successful export product and more chocolate is eaten per capita than anywhere else in the world.

The milk is sourced from the farmers in the region and that the cocoa beans are imported in huge sacks from Ghana and Venezuela. Here you can watch the different stages in the production process. When the mouth-watering journey is over, you can follow the aroma of freshly made chocolate to the adjoining degustation area and store, where a massive selection of chocolate products awaits.

The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise can be reached from Zermatt in a journey time of around 40 minutes, including changes. Here you can find the return ticket to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. At an airy 3’883 metres of altitude, you will find Europe’s highest mountain station. Want to go higher still? The summit lift will bring you to the viewing platform with a 360º panoramic view that includes 38 Alpine giants. A visit to the world’s highest glacier palace will make the excursion an experience you will never forget. Travel in one of the Matterhorn Glacier Ride’s brand-new Crystal Ride cabins for a special thrill.

Arrive Interlaken from a Swiss border or airport rail station.

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. As a vacation destination and convention location of international importance, Interlaken is an ideal starting point for countless excursions. Over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts and ski lifts lead to 200 kms of pistes and a dense networ

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

The Jungfraujoch, at 3,454 metres, is Europe’s highest altitude railway station and a highlight of your visit to Switzerland! Barely ten minutes from the Jungfraujoch railway station, the coolest hotspot in the Alps awaits you. Here, the Plateau’s vantage platform offers views on the one side of the Mittelland and as far as the Black Forest and the Vosges, while on the other side, the Aletsch Glacier, bordered by four-thousand-metre peaks.
Visit the Ice Palace and its treasures. Mountain guides created the aisles and halls in the 1930s with picks and saws in the middle of the Jungfraufirn. Today, artists carve the ice into realistic creatures such as an eagle, penguin, bear as though they had just turned to ice. Discover more attractions around Europe’s highest railway station or simply take refreshments in one of the many restaurants.

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

Travel to Montreux in the panoramic carriage of the Golden Pass Express, via Zweisimmen and through the wild and romantic Pays d’Enhaut. From the lake to the mountains and vineyards, Montreux Riviera offers a postcard landscape. It’s an authentic little piece of paradise that has attracted many artists, writers, and travellers in search of beauty, tranquillity, and inspiration. It’s no surprise that Charlie Chaplin chose to spend his last 25 years on the hills of Vevey, that Freddie Mercury immortalised Lake Geneva with the peaks of Le Grammont on the cover of the album “Made in Heaven”, that Igor Stravinsky composed “The Rite of Spring” in Montreux, or that Prince declared his love for Lavaux in a song named after the famous terraced vineyard, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is especially rich in cultural events, including the unmissable Montreux Jazz Festival, and boasts some of the best hotel schools and private clinics in the world. It is also a business hub with infrastructure that is perfectly suited to organising international conferences. Overnight in Montreux. (B)

Today board regional trains to Zermatt, the alpine resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn.
The location of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of an enormous hiking and ski region makes it one of the world’s most attractive vacation villages. The ski region encompasses 54 mountain railways and lifts as well as 360 kms of pistes. The region called “Matterhorn glacier paradise” is Europe’s largest and highest lying summer skiing region. Numerous national ski teams train here in the summer.
The region is legendary amongst mountaineers: the Haute Route, a challenging international route that takes several days to complete, leads from Mont Blanc to Zermatt. Over 400 kms of hiking trails lead through and out of the Matter Valley, including the mule traders’ trails, which date back to the 13th century (a part of these paths is paved).
Overnight in Zermatt. (B)

Today board the Glacier Express: which is one of the greatest train-journeys (and slowest express) in the world! Depart for St. Moritz on an 8-hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres in altitude. Travel in comfort through a landscape rich in mountain forests, alpine meadows, mountain streams and valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. On arrival at St, Moritz you will be met and guided to your hotel.

People from all over the world appreciate the modern Alpine lifestyle, characterised by top-class restaurants that can satisfy gourmet demands even by the side of the slopes, hotels that set standards in every category, and events of international calibre. The Via Serlas guarantees great shopping in a small space – even if your budget is restricted to window-shopping, it’s still a feast for the eyes. However, there a many well-priced eateries to enjoy on any budget.

Sights such as the leaning tower, a remnant of the Mauritius Church from around 1500, or the Segantini Museum, offer a change from the life of luxury and the jet set. Time permitting try one of the many restaurants on the mountain top and accessible by funicular.

Overnight in St. Moritz. (B)

Crossing the Alps in the Bernina Express certainly is one of the most spectacular ways to do it. Along the way, the Bernina Express rolls over the 65-metre-high Landwasser Viaduct, the signature structure of the Rhaetian Railway and the UNESCO World Heritage site. Travellers are treated to marvellous sights during their journey, like the Montebello curve with a view of the Bernina massif, the Morteratsch glacier, the three lakes Lej Pitschen, Lej Nair and Lago Bianco, the Alp Grüm and the Brusio Circular Viaduct. This journey is in two stages: St. Moritz to Tirano by Bernina Express Train and Tirano to Lugano by Bernina Express Bus.

Lugano, the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland’s third most important financial centre but also a town of parks and flowers, villas, and sacred buildings. With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city, combined with the cachet of a small town. Time permitting, take the funicular rail to Mount San Salvatore to enjoy spectacular views of Lugano and the lake whilst enjoying some fine Mediterranean cuisine at the summit.

Overnight in Lugano. (B)

Train journey from Lugano to Lucerne. Experience the new Gotthard Base Tunnel – with its 57 kilometres it is the longest train tunnel in the world. It takes only 17 minutes to travel this fast flat-track route under the Alpine massif in the heart of Europe. Rest of the day at leisure in Lucerne. Optionally, train from Lugano via the Gotthard Pass to Fluelen then take the Gotthard Panoramic Express Lake Steamer to Lucerne. There is a small surcharge for this.

The picturesque city of Lucerne is in the centre of Switzerland. Nestled between lake and mountains, it has a lot to offer historically, culturally, and socially. Experience this unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne.

Overnight in Lucerne. (B)

Return to any Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland.

Additional nights It is possible to book additional nights at any of the included overnight destinations in this itinerary. Additional nightly rates on application.

A coffee and a croissant will be served on board the Chocolate Train. The ‘Maison Cailler-Nestlé’ chocolate factory awaits you. You will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate making tradition followed by a chocolate tasting. Afterwards a bus takes you to the village of Gruyères for some leisure time.

You may wish to go for lunch and enjoy the tasty local cheese fondue or visit the Gruyères Castle. Late afternoon the coach takes you to ‘La Maison du Gruyère’ for a demonstration visit of the cheese factory followed by the return travel to Montreux by coach.

Dates
01 May – 30 Jun | Mon-Thu
01 Jul – 31 Aug | Daily
01 Sep – 31 Oct | Mon, Wed & Thu

FROM MONTREUX Return rail Montreux to Broc. Entrance to Maison Cailler in Broc & Chocolate Workshop*

There is hardly a more fitting place to delve into the world of chocolate than at the oldest chocolate manufacturer in Switzerland, La Maison Cailler Chocolaterie. The exhibition shows visitors the origin of chocolate from Mexico and its journey to Europe. Eventually, chocolate made its way to Switzerland and today, it’s the country’s most successful export product and more chocolate is eaten per capita than anywhere else in the world.

The milk is sourced from the farmers in the region and that the cocoa beans are imported in huge sacks from Ghana and Venezuela. Here you can watch the different stages in the production process. When the mouth-watering journey is over, you can follow the aroma of freshly made chocolate to the adjoining degustation area and store, where a massive selection of chocolate products awaits.

The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise can be reached from Zermatt in a journey time of around 40 minutes, including changes. Here you can find the return ticket to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. At an airy 3’883 metres of altitude, you will find Europe’s highest mountain station. Want to go higher still? The summit lift will bring you to the viewing platform with a 360º panoramic view that includes 38 Alpine giants. A visit to the world’s highest glacier palace will make the excursion an experience you will never forget. Travel in one of the Matterhorn Glacier Ride’s brand-new Crystal Ride cabins for a special thrill.

Arrive Interlaken from a Swiss border or airport rail station.

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. As a vacation destination and convention location of international importance, Interlaken is an ideal starting point for countless excursions. Over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts and ski lifts lead to 200 kms of pistes and a dense networ

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

The Jungfraujoch, at 3,454 metres, is Europe’s highest altitude railway station and a highlight of your visit to Switzerland! Barely ten minutes from the Jungfraujoch railway station, the coolest hotspot in the Alps awaits you. Here, the Plateau’s vantage platform offers views on the one side of the Mittelland and as far as the Black Forest and the Vosges, while on the other side, the Aletsch Glacier, bordered by four-thousand-metre peaks.
Visit the Ice Palace and its treasures. Mountain guides created the aisles and halls in the 1930s with picks and saws in the middle of the Jungfraufirn. Today, artists carve the ice into realistic creatures such as an eagle, penguin, bear as though they had just turned to ice. Discover more attractions around Europe’s highest railway station or simply take refreshments in one of the many restaurants.

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

Travel to Montreux in the panoramic carriage of the Golden Pass Express, via Zweisimmen and through the wild and romantic Pays d’Enhaut. From the lake to the mountains and vineyards, Montreux Riviera offers a postcard landscape. It’s an authentic little piece of paradise that has attracted many artists, writers, and travellers in search of beauty, tranquillity, and inspiration. It’s no surprise that Charlie Chaplin chose to spend his last 25 years on the hills of Vevey, that Freddie Mercury immortalised Lake Geneva with the peaks of Le Grammont on the cover of the album “Made in Heaven”, that Igor Stravinsky composed “The Rite of Spring” in Montreux, or that Prince declared his love for Lavaux in a song named after the famous terraced vineyard, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is especially rich in cultural events, including the unmissable Montreux Jazz Festival, and boasts some of the best hotel schools and private clinics in the world. It is also a business hub with infrastructure that is perfectly suited to organising international conferences. Overnight in Montreux. (B)

Today board regional trains to Zermatt, the alpine resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn.
The location of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of an enormous hiking and ski region makes it one of the world’s most attractive vacation villages. The ski region encompasses 54 mountain railways and lifts as well as 360 kms of pistes. The region called “Matterhorn glacier paradise” is Europe’s largest and highest lying summer skiing region. Numerous national ski teams train here in the summer.
The region is legendary amongst mountaineers: the Haute Route, a challenging international route that takes several days to complete, leads from Mont Blanc to Zermatt. Over 400 kms of hiking trails lead through and out of the Matter Valley, including the mule traders’ trails, which date back to the 13th century (a part of these paths is paved).
Overnight in Zermatt. (B)

Today board the Glacier Express: which is one of the greatest train-journeys (and slowest express) in the world! Depart for St. Moritz on an 8-hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres in altitude. Travel in comfort through a landscape rich in mountain forests, alpine meadows, mountain streams and valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. On arrival at St, Moritz you will be met and guided to your hotel.

People from all over the world appreciate the modern Alpine lifestyle, characterised by top-class restaurants that can satisfy gourmet demands even by the side of the slopes, hotels that set standards in every category, and events of international calibre. The Via Serlas guarantees great shopping in a small space – even if your budget is restricted to window-shopping, it’s still a feast for the eyes. However, there a many well-priced eateries to enjoy on any budget.

Sights such as the leaning tower, a remnant of the Mauritius Church from around 1500, or the Segantini Museum, offer a change from the life of luxury and the jet set. Time permitting try one of the many restaurants on the mountain top and accessible by funicular.

Overnight in St. Moritz. (B)

Crossing the Alps in the Bernina Express certainly is one of the most spectacular ways to do it. Along the way, the Bernina Express rolls over the 65-metre-high Landwasser Viaduct, the signature structure of the Rhaetian Railway and the UNESCO World Heritage site. Travellers are treated to marvellous sights during their journey, like the Montebello curve with a view of the Bernina massif, the Morteratsch glacier, the three lakes Lej Pitschen, Lej Nair and Lago Bianco, the Alp Grüm and the Brusio Circular Viaduct. This journey is in two stages: St. Moritz to Tirano by Bernina Express Train and Tirano to Lugano by Bernina Express Bus.

Lugano, the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland’s third most important financial centre but also a town of parks and flowers, villas, and sacred buildings. With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city, combined with the cachet of a small town. Time permitting, take the funicular rail to Mount San Salvatore to enjoy spectacular views of Lugano and the lake whilst enjoying some fine Mediterranean cuisine at the summit.

Overnight in Lugano. (B)

Train journey from Lugano to Lucerne. Experience the new Gotthard Base Tunnel – with its 57 kilometres it is the longest train tunnel in the world. It takes only 17 minutes to travel this fast flat-track route under the Alpine massif in the heart of Europe. Rest of the day at leisure in Lucerne. Optionally, train from Lugano via the Gotthard Pass to Fluelen then take the Gotthard Panoramic Express Lake Steamer to Lucerne. There is a small surcharge for this.

The picturesque city of Lucerne is in the centre of Switzerland. Nestled between lake and mountains, it has a lot to offer historically, culturally, and socially. Experience this unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne.

Overnight in Lucerne. (B)

Return to any Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland.

Additional nights It is possible to book additional nights at any of the included overnight destinations in this itinerary. Additional nightly rates on application.

A coffee and a croissant will be served on board the Chocolate Train. The ‘Maison Cailler-Nestlé’ chocolate factory awaits you. You will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate making tradition followed by a chocolate tasting. Afterwards a bus takes you to the village of Gruyères for some leisure time.

You may wish to go for lunch and enjoy the tasty local cheese fondue or visit the Gruyères Castle. Late afternoon the coach takes you to ‘La Maison du Gruyère’ for a demonstration visit of the cheese factory followed by the return travel to Montreux by coach.

Dates
01 May – 30 Jun | Mon-Thu
01 Jul – 31 Aug | Daily
01 Sep – 31 Oct | Mon, Wed & Thu

FROM MONTREUX Return rail Montreux to Broc. Entrance to Maison Cailler in Broc & Chocolate Workshop*

There is hardly a more fitting place to delve into the world of chocolate than at the oldest chocolate manufacturer in Switzerland, La Maison Cailler Chocolaterie. The exhibition shows visitors the origin of chocolate from Mexico and its journey to Europe. Eventually, chocolate made its way to Switzerland and today, it’s the country’s most successful export product and more chocolate is eaten per capita than anywhere else in the world.

The milk is sourced from the farmers in the region and that the cocoa beans are imported in huge sacks from Ghana and Venezuela. Here you can watch the different stages in the production process. When the mouth-watering journey is over, you can follow the aroma of freshly made chocolate to the adjoining degustation area and store, where a massive selection of chocolate products awaits.

The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise can be reached from Zermatt in a journey time of around 40 minutes, including changes. Here you can find the return ticket to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. At an airy 3’883 metres of altitude, you will find Europe’s highest mountain station. Want to go higher still? The summit lift will bring you to the viewing platform with a 360º panoramic view that includes 38 Alpine giants. A visit to the world’s highest glacier palace will make the excursion an experience you will never forget. Travel in one of the Matterhorn Glacier Ride’s brand-new Crystal Ride cabins for a special thrill.

Arrive Interlaken from a Swiss border or airport rail station.

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. As a vacation destination and convention location of international importance, Interlaken is an ideal starting point for countless excursions. Over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts and ski lifts lead to 200 kms of pistes and a dense networ

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

The Jungfraujoch, at 3,454 metres, is Europe’s highest altitude railway station and a highlight of your visit to Switzerland! Barely ten minutes from the Jungfraujoch railway station, the coolest hotspot in the Alps awaits you. Here, the Plateau’s vantage platform offers views on the one side of the Mittelland and as far as the Black Forest and the Vosges, while on the other side, the Aletsch Glacier, bordered by four-thousand-metre peaks.
Visit the Ice Palace and its treasures. Mountain guides created the aisles and halls in the 1930s with picks and saws in the middle of the Jungfraufirn. Today, artists carve the ice into realistic creatures such as an eagle, penguin, bear as though they had just turned to ice. Discover more attractions around Europe’s highest railway station or simply take refreshments in one of the many restaurants.

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

Travel to Montreux in the panoramic carriage of the Golden Pass Express, via Zweisimmen and through the wild and romantic Pays d’Enhaut. From the lake to the mountains and vineyards, Montreux Riviera offers a postcard landscape. It’s an authentic little piece of paradise that has attracted many artists, writers, and travellers in search of beauty, tranquillity, and inspiration. It’s no surprise that Charlie Chaplin chose to spend his last 25 years on the hills of Vevey, that Freddie Mercury immortalised Lake Geneva with the peaks of Le Grammont on the cover of the album “Made in Heaven”, that Igor Stravinsky composed “The Rite of Spring” in Montreux, or that Prince declared his love for Lavaux in a song named after the famous terraced vineyard, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is especially rich in cultural events, including the unmissable Montreux Jazz Festival, and boasts some of the best hotel schools and private clinics in the world. It is also a business hub with infrastructure that is perfectly suited to organising international conferences. Overnight in Montreux. (B)

Today board regional trains to Zermatt, the alpine resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn.
The location of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of an enormous hiking and ski region makes it one of the world’s most attractive vacation villages. The ski region encompasses 54 mountain railways and lifts as well as 360 kms of pistes. The region called “Matterhorn glacier paradise” is Europe’s largest and highest lying summer skiing region. Numerous national ski teams train here in the summer.
The region is legendary amongst mountaineers: the Haute Route, a challenging international route that takes several days to complete, leads from Mont Blanc to Zermatt. Over 400 kms of hiking trails lead through and out of the Matter Valley, including the mule traders’ trails, which date back to the 13th century (a part of these paths is paved).
Overnight in Zermatt. (B)

Today board the Glacier Express: which is one of the greatest train-journeys (and slowest express) in the world! Depart for St. Moritz on an 8-hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres in altitude. Travel in comfort through a landscape rich in mountain forests, alpine meadows, mountain streams and valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. On arrival at St, Moritz you will be met and guided to your hotel.

People from all over the world appreciate the modern Alpine lifestyle, characterised by top-class restaurants that can satisfy gourmet demands even by the side of the slopes, hotels that set standards in every category, and events of international calibre. The Via Serlas guarantees great shopping in a small space – even if your budget is restricted to window-shopping, it’s still a feast for the eyes. However, there a many well-priced eateries to enjoy on any budget.

Sights such as the leaning tower, a remnant of the Mauritius Church from around 1500, or the Segantini Museum, offer a change from the life of luxury and the jet set. Time permitting try one of the many restaurants on the mountain top and accessible by funicular.

Overnight in St. Moritz. (B)

Crossing the Alps in the Bernina Express certainly is one of the most spectacular ways to do it. Along the way, the Bernina Express rolls over the 65-metre-high Landwasser Viaduct, the signature structure of the Rhaetian Railway and the UNESCO World Heritage site. Travellers are treated to marvellous sights during their journey, like the Montebello curve with a view of the Bernina massif, the Morteratsch glacier, the three lakes Lej Pitschen, Lej Nair and Lago Bianco, the Alp Grüm and the Brusio Circular Viaduct. This journey is in two stages: St. Moritz to Tirano by Bernina Express Train and Tirano to Lugano by Bernina Express Bus.

Lugano, the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland’s third most important financial centre but also a town of parks and flowers, villas, and sacred buildings. With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city, combined with the cachet of a small town. Time permitting, take the funicular rail to Mount San Salvatore to enjoy spectacular views of Lugano and the lake whilst enjoying some fine Mediterranean cuisine at the summit.

Overnight in Lugano. (B)

Train journey from Lugano to Lucerne. Experience the new Gotthard Base Tunnel – with its 57 kilometres it is the longest train tunnel in the world. It takes only 17 minutes to travel this fast flat-track route under the Alpine massif in the heart of Europe. Rest of the day at leisure in Lucerne. Optionally, train from Lugano via the Gotthard Pass to Fluelen then take the Gotthard Panoramic Express Lake Steamer to Lucerne. There is a small surcharge for this.

The picturesque city of Lucerne is in the centre of Switzerland. Nestled between lake and mountains, it has a lot to offer historically, culturally, and socially. Experience this unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne.

Overnight in Lucerne. (B)

Return to any Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland.

Additional nights It is possible to book additional nights at any of the included overnight destinations in this itinerary. Additional nightly rates on application.

A coffee and a croissant will be served on board the Chocolate Train. The ‘Maison Cailler-Nestlé’ chocolate factory awaits you. You will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate making tradition followed by a chocolate tasting. Afterwards a bus takes you to the village of Gruyères for some leisure time.

You may wish to go for lunch and enjoy the tasty local cheese fondue or visit the Gruyères Castle. Late afternoon the coach takes you to ‘La Maison du Gruyère’ for a demonstration visit of the cheese factory followed by the return travel to Montreux by coach.

Dates
01 May – 30 Jun | Mon-Thu
01 Jul – 31 Aug | Daily
01 Sep – 31 Oct | Mon, Wed & Thu

FROM MONTREUX Return rail Montreux to Broc. Entrance to Maison Cailler in Broc & Chocolate Workshop*

There is hardly a more fitting place to delve into the world of chocolate than at the oldest chocolate manufacturer in Switzerland, La Maison Cailler Chocolaterie. The exhibition shows visitors the origin of chocolate from Mexico and its journey to Europe. Eventually, chocolate made its way to Switzerland and today, it’s the country’s most successful export product and more chocolate is eaten per capita than anywhere else in the world.

The milk is sourced from the farmers in the region and that the cocoa beans are imported in huge sacks from Ghana and Venezuela. Here you can watch the different stages in the production process. When the mouth-watering journey is over, you can follow the aroma of freshly made chocolate to the adjoining degustation area and store, where a massive selection of chocolate products awaits.

The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise can be reached from Zermatt in a journey time of around 40 minutes, including changes. Here you can find the return ticket to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. At an airy 3’883 metres of altitude, you will find Europe’s highest mountain station. Want to go higher still? The summit lift will bring you to the viewing platform with a 360º panoramic view that includes 38 Alpine giants. A visit to the world’s highest glacier palace will make the excursion an experience you will never forget. Travel in one of the Matterhorn Glacier Ride’s brand-new Crystal Ride cabins for a special thrill.

Arrive Interlaken from a Swiss border or airport rail station.

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. As a vacation destination and convention location of international importance, Interlaken is an ideal starting point for countless excursions. Over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts and ski lifts lead to 200 kms of pistes and a dense networ

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

The Jungfraujoch, at 3,454 metres, is Europe’s highest altitude railway station and a highlight of your visit to Switzerland! Barely ten minutes from the Jungfraujoch railway station, the coolest hotspot in the Alps awaits you. Here, the Plateau’s vantage platform offers views on the one side of the Mittelland and as far as the Black Forest and the Vosges, while on the other side, the Aletsch Glacier, bordered by four-thousand-metre peaks.
Visit the Ice Palace and its treasures. Mountain guides created the aisles and halls in the 1930s with picks and saws in the middle of the Jungfraufirn. Today, artists carve the ice into realistic creatures such as an eagle, penguin, bear as though they had just turned to ice. Discover more attractions around Europe’s highest railway station or simply take refreshments in one of the many restaurants.

Overnight in Interlaken. (B)

Travel to Montreux in the panoramic carriage of the Golden Pass Express, via Zweisimmen and through the wild and romantic Pays d’Enhaut. From the lake to the mountains and vineyards, Montreux Riviera offers a postcard landscape. It’s an authentic little piece of paradise that has attracted many artists, writers, and travellers in search of beauty, tranquillity, and inspiration. It’s no surprise that Charlie Chaplin chose to spend his last 25 years on the hills of Vevey, that Freddie Mercury immortalised Lake Geneva with the peaks of Le Grammont on the cover of the album “Made in Heaven”, that Igor Stravinsky composed “The Rite of Spring” in Montreux, or that Prince declared his love for Lavaux in a song named after the famous terraced vineyard, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is especially rich in cultural events, including the unmissable Montreux Jazz Festival, and boasts some of the best hotel schools and private clinics in the world. It is also a business hub with infrastructure that is perfectly suited to organising international conferences. Overnight in Montreux. (B)

Today board regional trains to Zermatt, the alpine resort at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn.
The location of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of an enormous hiking and ski region makes it one of the world’s most attractive vacation villages. The ski region encompasses 54 mountain railways and lifts as well as 360 kms of pistes. The region called “Matterhorn glacier paradise” is Europe’s largest and highest lying summer skiing region. Numerous national ski teams train here in the summer.
The region is legendary amongst mountaineers: the Haute Route, a challenging international route that takes several days to complete, leads from Mont Blanc to Zermatt. Over 400 kms of hiking trails lead through and out of the Matter Valley, including the mule traders’ trails, which date back to the 13th century (a part of these paths is paved).
Overnight in Zermatt. (B)

Today board the Glacier Express: which is one of the greatest train-journeys (and slowest express) in the world! Depart for St. Moritz on an 8-hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres in altitude. Travel in comfort through a landscape rich in mountain forests, alpine meadows, mountain streams and valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. On arrival at St, Moritz you will be met and guided to your hotel.

People from all over the world appreciate the modern Alpine lifestyle, characterised by top-class restaurants that can satisfy gourmet demands even by the side of the slopes, hotels that set standards in every category, and events of international calibre. The Via Serlas guarantees great shopping in a small space – even if your budget is restricted to window-shopping, it’s still a feast for the eyes. However, there a many well-priced eateries to enjoy on any budget.

Sights such as the leaning tower, a remnant of the Mauritius Church from around 1500, or the Segantini Museum, offer a change from the life of luxury and the jet set. Time permitting try one of the many restaurants on the mountain top and accessible by funicular.

Overnight in St. Moritz. (B)

Crossing the Alps in the Bernina Express certainly is one of the most spectacular ways to do it. Along the way, the Bernina Express rolls over the 65-metre-high Landwasser Viaduct, the signature structure of the Rhaetian Railway and the UNESCO World Heritage site. Travellers are treated to marvellous sights during their journey, like the Montebello curve with a view of the Bernina massif, the Morteratsch glacier, the three lakes Lej Pitschen, Lej Nair and Lago Bianco, the Alp Grüm and the Brusio Circular Viaduct. This journey is in two stages: St. Moritz to Tirano by Bernina Express Train and Tirano to Lugano by Bernina Express Bus.

Lugano, the largest town in the holiday region of Ticino, is not only Switzerland’s third most important financial centre but also a town of parks and flowers, villas, and sacred buildings. With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city, combined with the cachet of a small town. Time permitting, take the funicular rail to Mount San Salvatore to enjoy spectacular views of Lugano and the lake whilst enjoying some fine Mediterranean cuisine at the summit.

Overnight in Lugano. (B)

Train journey from Lugano to Lucerne. Experience the new Gotthard Base Tunnel – with its 57 kilometres it is the longest train tunnel in the world. It takes only 17 minutes to travel this fast flat-track route under the Alpine massif in the heart of Europe. Rest of the day at leisure in Lucerne. Optionally, train from Lugano via the Gotthard Pass to Fluelen then take the Gotthard Panoramic Express Lake Steamer to Lucerne. There is a small surcharge for this.

The picturesque city of Lucerne is in the centre of Switzerland. Nestled between lake and mountains, it has a lot to offer historically, culturally, and socially. Experience this unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne.

Overnight in Lucerne. (B)

Return to any Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland.

Additional nights It is possible to book additional nights at any of the included overnight destinations in this itinerary. Additional nightly rates on application.

A coffee and a croissant will be served on board the Chocolate Train. The ‘Maison Cailler-Nestlé’ chocolate factory awaits you. You will learn about the history of Swiss chocolate making tradition followed by a chocolate tasting. Afterwards a bus takes you to the village of Gruyères for some leisure time.

You may wish to go for lunch and enjoy the tasty local cheese fondue or visit the Gruyères Castle. Late afternoon the coach takes you to ‘La Maison du Gruyère’ for a demonstration visit of the cheese factory followed by the return travel to Montreux by coach.

Dates
01 May – 30 Jun | Mon-Thu
01 Jul – 31 Aug | Daily
01 Sep – 31 Oct | Mon, Wed & Thu

FROM MONTREUX Return rail Montreux to Broc. Entrance to Maison Cailler in Broc & Chocolate Workshop*

There is hardly a more fitting place to delve into the world of chocolate than at the oldest chocolate manufacturer in Switzerland, La Maison Cailler Chocolaterie. The exhibition shows visitors the origin of chocolate from Mexico and its journey to Europe. Eventually, chocolate made its way to Switzerland and today, it’s the country’s most successful export product and more chocolate is eaten per capita than anywhere else in the world.

The milk is sourced from the farmers in the region and that the cocoa beans are imported in huge sacks from Ghana and Venezuela. Here you can watch the different stages in the production process. When the mouth-watering journey is over, you can follow the aroma of freshly made chocolate to the adjoining degustation area and store, where a massive selection of chocolate products awaits.

The Matterhorn Glacier Paradise can be reached from Zermatt in a journey time of around 40 minutes, including changes. Here you can find the return ticket to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. At an airy 3’883 metres of altitude, you will find Europe’s highest mountain station. Want to go higher still? The summit lift will bring you to the viewing platform with a 360º panoramic view that includes 38 Alpine giants. A visit to the world’s highest glacier palace will make the excursion an experience you will never forget. Travel in one of the Matterhorn Glacier Ride’s brand-new Crystal Ride cabins for a special thrill.