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| PACKAGE OVERVIEW |
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| This holiday package is a truly elevating and unforgettable experience, taking you to the very top of Switzerland, to a glacier more than 3000 metres above sea level. See the Alpine majesty of the peaks Jungfrau and Matterhorn, go skiing, or take a dog sled ride, all this and much more, on this special Swiss vacation. |
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 Return economy class airfare
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Swiss card with 6 transfers in 2nd class
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2 nights' accommodation in Montreux
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2 nights' accommodation in Interlaken
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1 night's accommodation in Lucerne
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Excursion to Glacier 3000
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| ITINERARY |
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DAY 01: MONTREUX
Upon your arrival in Switzerland, at either Zurich or Geneva Airport, you will be transferred directly by train to Montreux. The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore, seeing such sights in Montreux as the beautiful Chillon Castle or take the time to visit the neighbouring village of Gruyeres. Spend a comfortable night at Montreux.
Meals: Not applicable
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DAY 02: MONTREUX - GLACIER 3000
After breakfast, depart on an excursion to Glacier 3000. Make your way to valley stations of either Reusch or Col du Pillon, and from their board the panoramic cable car which takes you to the eternal snow at 3000 metres in just 15 minutes. Dine at the Botta restaurant while enjoying the spectacular view of the most beautiful Alpine peaks like the Jungfrau and the Matterhorn. Experience the Alpine Coaster - the world's highest bobsleigh track, dog sled rides or snow bus tours before making your way back to either Montreux or Gstaad for your overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast
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DAY 03: INTERLAKEN
After breakfast, you will experience a rail trip by the GoldenPass line from either Montreux or Gstaad to Interlaken, the captivating capital of Switzerland's Bernese Oberland. The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore Interlaken's Hoheweg - an inviting 700 metre long boulevard with hotels, cosy cafes, fashion boutiques, watch and jewellery stores. Spend a comfortable night at your hotel in Interlaken.
Meals: Breakfast
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DAY 04: INTERLAKEN
After breakfast today, you have the option of visiting any of the spectacular mountains in the region. Go to Jungfrau - Top of Europe or nearby Schilthorn. You can also visit the spectacular Trummelbach Falls and spend the evening taking a dinner cruise on Lake Brienz. Spend a comfortable night at your hotel in Interlaken.
Meals: Breakfast
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DAY 05: LUCERNE
After breakfast today, you will make your way to Lucerne for the last night. Lucerne, known as the City of Lights, is the gateway to central Switzerland, and when here, use the time to walk on the famous and historic Chapel Bridge of Lucerne and also visit the Lion Monument. Spend a comfortable night at your hotel in Lucerne.
Meals: Breakfast
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DAY 6: END OF TOUR
After breakfast this morning, you will depart to a Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
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| HOTEL DETAILS |
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VILLA TOSCANE
 
City: Montreux
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HOTEL KRONE
City: Lucerne
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CARLTON-EUROPE HOTEL
City: Interlaken
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| DESTINATION INFORMATION |
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| MONTREUX |
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Located on the foot on Alps on the banks of Lake Geneva, Montreux is a beautiful and quaint Swiss town that is one of the most popular destinations in the country. An important wine-growing region, Montreux is also famous for its annual Montreux Jazz Festival, which attracts some of the best musicians in the world to its shores. Visitors to the city must also visit the famous and beautiful castle Chateau de Chillon, which is located on a small island in the lake. One should also visit the mountains around Hauts de Montreux, which are very verdant, threaded with forest trails, caves, and wildlife. In terms of shopping, the city pretty much offers all that you find in Switzerland, including some amazing wines. There are also plenty of options for nightlife, with many bars, clubs, discotheques, and restaurants in the city.
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Montreux Chateu de Chillon
Montreux Lake Dock
Montreux View from across the Lake
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| INTERLAKEN |
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Interlaken, a small town in the Bernese Highlands, is one of the most beautiful areas of Switzerland, and is easily accessible from both Zurich and Geneva. There is much to do here, from walking along the banks of the beautiful lakes of Thun and Brienz, to hiking to such places of scenic beauty as Harder Mountain and Schynige Platte. There are also various adventure sports available, such as mountain biking, bungee jumping, paragliding, and many, many more. Interlaken also has easy access to many skiing paradises of Switzerland. Nearby Grindelwald is a must visit, which is a glorious mountain town. Other interesting activities include taking the famous Jungfrau railway till the top of Jungfraujoch, the world's highest railway station, as well as visiting the Aletsch Glacier, the biggest glacier in the Alps.
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Interlaken River Aare
Interlaken Jungfraujoch
Interlaken Lake Brienz
Interlaken Lake Thun
Interlaken
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Montreux Chateu de Chillon
Located just 4 minutes by train from Montreux, Chateau de Chillon is a beautiful historical castle that is one of the Switzerland's most visited tourist destinations. Situated on a small island on serene Lake Geneva, the castle has much history, and is a great place to spend some time, looking at the scenery.
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