On Top of the World
5 days / unescorted
Zürich – Lucerne – Interlaken - Geneva
Spend your summer holidays in Switzerland. This 'whirlwind' tour of Switzerland gives you the opportunity to discover as much as you can on a short trip. Travelling on the famous Swiss Railway System from the largest city Zürich through Central Switzerland to the mild shores of Lake Geneva, taking in some of the highest mountain tops in Switzerland. One of the best ways to spend a summer holiday in Switzerland.
Key facts
- Funky Zurich
- Mount Titlis - Rotating Gondola
- Pretty Lucerne
- Famous Interlaken
- Jungfraujoch - highest train station in Europe
- Cultural Geneva
Programme
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Arrival & Explore Zürich
Flight from the UK to Zürich and day at leisure in Zürich. Whit its old city centre's cobbled streets, various museums and large shopping area, Zürich offers something for everyone. Overnight in Zürich.
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Mount Titlis - rotating Gondola
Early morning departure to Lucerne. Leave your luggage at your hotel and take the train to Engelberg. From there you take the three gondolas to the Glacier Paradise of Mount Titlis 3,020m (9,908ft). Stunning views and fun in snow and ice await you. Overnight in Lucerne.
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Lucerne - Interlaken
Enjoy the morning in Lucerne. Explore this picturesque town, try a boat cruise on Lake Lucerne or combine your cruise with another mountain excursion to the tops of Mount Rigi or Pilatus. In the afternoon departure by train to Interlaken. Overnight in Interlaken. |
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Jungfraujoch - Europe's highest railway station
Excursion to the Jungfraujoch which is the highest train station in Europe. Impressive views of snow-capped peaks and the Aletsch glacier, the longest in Europe at 22kms (13.6 miles). Transfer to Geneva and overnight in Geneva.
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Explore Geneva & Departure
Geneva- Switzerland’s second largest city offers a wealth of tourist attraction, museums, exhibitions and excellent shopping facilities. Evening flight back from Geneva to the UK.
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Accommodation description
You will be accommodated in centrally located 3* hotels, within easy walking distance to the railway station and amenities.
Room facilities
- All rooms with shower or bath
- WC
- TV
- Radio
- Telephone
Dates & Prices
Validity: Daily 01 Apr 2012 - 31 Mar 2013
Price:
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From £685 per adult sharing twin/double room
- Single supplement £136 for 4 nights
- Child Prices and costs for extra bed (triple rooms) on request
- Subject to availability at time of booking
- This holiday can be booked vice versa
Price includes:
Return flights from major UK airports, taxes, carbon offset contribution (see
climate care), 2nd Class Swiss Card including Half Fare Card, 4 nights accommodation & breakfast in 3* hotels (sharing twin/double room), Zürich Card, Excursion to Jungfraujoch & Mount Titlis.
Optional Extras:
- Upgrade to 4* accommodation: £40 per person for 4 nights (Single room £65)
- Upgrade to 1st class: £31 per person
- Add extra nights at any of the resorts
Payment by credit card:
A charge of 1% up to a maximum of £15 will apply when paying by credit card (Diners Card cannot be accepted). No charge will be made for debit cards.
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