Swiss Alpine Discovery

Swiss Alpine Discovery

9 days from £899

Enjoy breathtaking scenery and marvel at some of Switzerland's most famous mountains on this spectacular alpine tour. Discover some of the most popular resorts in the stunning Bernese Oberland, before relaxing in the beautiful city of Lucerne.

Holiday highlights 
• Popular resort of Grindelwald
• Charming Meiringen
• Pretty Interlaken
• Beaitiful Lake Lucerne

Optional excursions
• Scenic Jungfrau Railway
• Famous Schilthorn railway
• Guided sightseeing in Lucerne
• Relaxing cruise on Lake Lucerne

Holiday Itinerary 
Day 1 UK to Reims - Across to Calais, the an overnight stay in Reims.
Day 2 Reims to Grindelwald - We continue towards Switzerland, reaching Grindelwald for a four night stay at the 4* Hotel Kreuz & Post, which is located right in the heart of Grindelwald, nestled between impressive giant cliffs and sunny mountain meadows. (B,D)
Day 3 Meiringen - Today we travel to the charming resort of Meiringen, set in the heart of the Bernese Alps. Famous for the Reichenbach Falls, where Sherlock Holmes and his arch enemy fell to their deaths in English literature. Why not pay a visit to the world's first authentic replica of the living-room of Sherlock Holmes in Baterstreet 221b or enjoy shopping along the main street. (B,D)
Day 4 Grindelwald - Free time to relax and enjoy the dramatic scenery in Grindelwald or enjoy the facilities of your hotel. Grindelwald boasts and idyllic position on the slopes of the Schwarze Lutschine Valley. Join our optional excursion on the Jungfraujoch. The Jungfrau railway runs through the heart of the mountains and up to the highest train station in Europe offering unbelievable views of the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau. (B,D)
Day 5 Interlaken - Today we travel north to Interlaken, as the name suggests, Interlaken is sited between the lakes. Its position at the foot of the mighty Eiger, Jungfrau and Monch mountains has made it an essential visit of Swiss Alpine holidays for decades. Enjoy a walk along the "Hoheweg", which is Interlaken's main promenade and boasts many shops and boutiques, as well as colourful flowers and attractive parkland. Take our optional train ride to the top of the famous Schilthorn where you can enjoy amazing panoramic views of the surrounding snow-capped mountains. (B,D)
Day 6 Grindelwald to Lucerne - We leave Grindelwald and head to Lucerne for a two night stay at the 3* Hotel Seeburg, located on the banks of Lake Brienz. Today you have free time to relax in Lucerne. Enjoy an optional guided sightseeing tour of Lucerne or relaxing boat cruise. (B,D)
Day 7 Lucerne - Enjoy leisure time in Lucerne, set on the Lake with the same name, with its medieval buildings, quaint narrow streets, sparkling fountains and pavement cafes. Take an optional three passes tour where you can sit back relax and take in the impressive scenery. (B,D)
Day 8 Lucerne to Reims - To Reims for our overnight stay. (B,D)
Day 9 Reims to UK - Calais, Dover then home. (B)
Included meals: B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

Whats included 
• 8 nights, daily breakfast, 7 dinners 
• 2 excursions
• Touring itinerary as above