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Switzerland
Summer 2020
Discover the
perfect escape
From Cities to Summits
Build your own Grand Tour
Relax in the splendour of
the World’s slowest express train
No One Else Gives You Contents
INTRODUCTION 4
So Much Switzerland
By Train, Bus and Boat – Swiss Travel System 6
Swiss Coupon Pass 7
MOUNTAIN EXCURSIONS 8
WELCOME TO SWITZERLAND 10
EXPLORE & RELAX 12
Glacier Express 14
Bernina Express 18
Golden Pass 22
Gotthard Panorama Express 24
Grand Tour of Switzerland 26
Best of Switzerland 32
Sherlock Holmes Moriarty Express 34
Ticino Gastronomy Tour 36
Starry Nights on Mount Pilatus 38
Slow Down in Davos 39
Ayurveda in Ascona 41
Wellness at Lake Thun 43
CITIES & CULTURE 44
48 hours in Basel 47
48 hours in Zurich 48
48 hours in Bern 49
48 hours in Geneva 51
Lakeside Cities – Lucerne 52
Lakeside Cities – Interlaken 54
Lakeside Cities – Lugano 56
Lakeside Cities – Montreux 58
ACTIVE & NATURE 60
Graubünden Hiking Tour 62
Best of Bernese Oberland 64
Cycling Along the GoldenPass Line 66
Scenic Cycling in Beautiful Ticino 68
Summer Ski Adventure 70
In the Footsteps of James Bond 72
Jungfrau Region Stay & Explore 74
Hiking the Swiss National Parks 76
The Highlights of The Engadine 78
GROUP TOURS 80
Group Offer – Activity Week 84
Group Offer – Food & Wine Tour 86
Group Offer – Lakeshore & Heartland 88
TRADE INFORMATION 90
Terms & Conditions 91
Front Cover: Yes, it really is in Switzerland :)
Road by Lake Sufers leading to San Bernardino.
Photo by Swiss-image.ch/Silvan Widmer
Bachalp Lake This page: Bachalp Lake
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Diverse Switzerland Uniquely
Discover it now. diverse and
worth every
Only Switzerland Travel
Centre gives you... moment
Despite being one of the smaller countries
in the world in terms of area, Switzerland is
almost unrivalled when it comes to scenic,
linguistic and cultural variety. Home to
shimmering lakes, lush valleys and dramatic
65,000 48 2,486 2,000 mountain peaks. This is a land full of contrasts
from the southern flair of Ticino to the medieval
KILOMETRES OF FOUR-THOUSAND CABLE CAR SWISS HOTELS towns and vibrant metropolises of Northern and
HIKING TRAILS METRE PEAKS SYSTEMS on switzerlandtravelcentre.com
Western Switzerland via the glistening glaciers of
Marked paths To conquer, or just admire All over Switzerland for
excursions with a view
Graubünden; each region contributes something
special to the overall Swiss experience.
With such an abundance of attractions in the
smallest space, Switzerland Travel Centre will
4 LOCATIONS ensure that you do more than just journey
through Switzerland. We have over 130 experts of
Ofices in Zurich, London, Stuttgart and Hong Kong.
around 20 different nationalities at 4 locations
With staff in Los Angeles, Dubai, Bangkok,
Beijing, Seoul and Tokyo across the world who are uniquely qualified to
1,111 57 5,196 help you to plan your holiday either online or
by phone. Our new product ranges ‘Explore &
MUSEUMS KILOMETRES OF KILOMETRES OF Relax’, ‘Cities & Culture’ and ‘Active & Nature’
Impressive collections of GOTTHARD BASE RAILWAYS will ensure that you can indeed discover the
modern and historical art
TUNNEL Densest public transport
diversity of Switzerland.
system worldwide
Longest and deepest
railway tunnel in the world
9 LANGUAGES I wish you a journey full of discovery.
German, English, French, Italian, Arabic,
Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Mandarin
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TOP ATTRACTIONS UNESCO WORLD LAKES SWISS EXPERTS
Along the Grand Tour of Switzerland HERITAGE SITES To dip in and refresh from 20 different nations
Railway engineering masterpieces
Michael Maeder
CEO Switzerland Travel Centre
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By Train, Bus and Boat – Swiss Coupon Pass
Swiss Travel System Discover more of Switzerland for less by taking advantage of the
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tourist services offer great savings across Switzerland.
Exploring Switzerland has never been so easy. The Swiss
Travel Pass is your all-in-one ticket to travel by rail, road The handy voucher book is the ideal companion for your journey through
and waterway throughout the whole of Switzerland. And it Switzerland. Beneit from exclusive offers in the gastronomy and leisure
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includes many bonus benefits. Enjoy total travel freedom –
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SWISS TRAVEL PASS FLEX
prices in CHF per person
CLASS: 2nd 1st CLASS: 2nd 1st
3 Days in 1 month 267 424 8 Days in 1 month 467 742
4 Days in 1 month 323 514 15 Days in 1 month 563 890
SWISS TRAVEL PASS
prices in CHF per person
CLASS: 2nd 1st
3 Days 232 369
4 Days 281 447
8 Days 418 663
15 Days 513 810
SWISS TRAVEL PASS FLEX YOUTH You only travel through a part of Switzerland and don’t need
prices in CHF per person*
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CLASS: 2nd 1st CLASS: 2nd 1st Choose the coupons you need for your journey through
3 Days in 1 month 228 362 8 Days in 1 month 399 633 Switzerland out of the total 2 for 1 coupon selection.
4 Days in 1 month 276 438 15 Days in 1 month 481 760
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SWISS TRAVEL PASS YOUTH
prices in CHF per person*
CLASS: 2nd 1st A SELECTION OF THE OFFERS
3 Days 198 315
SWISS HALF FARE CARD
4 Days 240 381 Up to 50% discount for travels with • Culinary highlights in restaurants
8 Days 357 566 train, bus and boat, mountain railways
• Guided Tours on foot, by coach, mini-train and Segway
15 Days 439 692 and public transports in 90 cities.
• Excursions with mountain railways
CHF 120,- valid for one month
• Entrance to tourist attractions and parks
Included in all passes: Free travel with train, bus and boat including SWISS FAMILY CARD For more information on • Chocolate, cheese and dairy experiences
premium panoramic trains and public transport in 90 cities. our Swiss Travel Passes
Children under 16 years travel free of
and areas of validity, visit
*Valid for youth travellers under the age of 26. charge when accompanied by at least
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one parent holding a valid Swiss
swiss-travel-passes
Travel System ticket.
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Mountain Excursions
GERMANY
BASEL
ST. GALLEN
ZURICH
APPENZELL
BUCHS
SOLOTHURN AUSTRIA
FRANCE BIEL/BIENNE
Switzerland is world famous for its imposing mountain peaks. NEUCHÂTEL
BURGDORF
BERN
LUCERNE
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Experience breathtaking views and unique experiences in
ALTDORF CHUR
2 DAVOS
FRIBOURG
THUN
snow and ice. Climb the peaks of Switzerland. 5
INTERLAKEN
ANDERMATT
1 ST. MORITZ
LAUSANNE
MONTREUX
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SIERRE VISP BRIG
GENEVA LOCARNO
MARTIGNY
ZERMATT LUGANO
4 7 ITALY
1 2
1 4 7
JUNGFRAUJOCH (3466m) TITLIS (3238m)
Top of Europe, Ice Palace, Ice Sculptures, Eiger, Highest excursion mountain in Central Switzerland,
Mönch and Jungfrau and the viewing platform First rotating aerial cableway Rotair, Ice Flyer,
“Sphinx” with panoramic views of the Aletsch Glacier. Glacier Caves and Glacier Park.
From CHF 75,- per person From CHF 58,- per person
3 4
PILATUS (2128m) MATTERHORN GLACIER PARADISE (3883m)
Panorama gondola lift and aerial cableway, Europe`s highest gondola lift, countless views of
panoramic views over Central Switzerland and the 4000m peaks, cinema lounge, glacier palace and
Alps, 73 mountain peaks, steepest rack railway. ski slopes on the Theodul glacier.
2 From CHF 36,- per person From CHF 43.50 per person
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SCHILTHORN (2970m) STANSERHORN (1898m)
Swiss Skyline Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, Piz Gloria Open Top cable car with a 360° view of the Alps and
revolving restaurant, Skyline Walk and Thrill Walk Lake Lucerne, hiking trail from the summit, Marmot
and James Bond setting. Park, revolving restaurant “Rondorama”.
From CHF 52.50 per person From CHF 37,- per person
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GORNERGRAT (3089m) GLACIER 3000 (2965m)
Europe`s highest outdoor rack railway at 3089m, Peak Walk by Tissot, Sledge dogs, hiking on
panoramic view of 4000m peaks including the the glacier plateau, highest Toboggan run
Matterhorn and view of the Gorner Glacier. “Alpine Coaster”.
From CHF 38,- per person From CHF 40,- per person
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ROCHERS-DE-NAYE (2042m)
Rack railway to 2042m, panoramic views of the Swiss
6 and French Alps, panorama restaurant “Plein Roc”,
famous marmot watching.
From prices are based on
From CHF 35,- per person travellers holding a 50% discount
card, which is included in all our
packages or a Swiss Travel Pass.
Rates are valid until 31 Dec 2019
and subject to change for 2020.
For up-to-date best
available rates please visit
switzerlandtravelcentre.com/
mountainexcursions
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Welcome to AMSTERDAM STUTTGART MUNICH
witzerland
HAMBURG
BERLIN
GERMANY
FRANKFURT
COLGNE SCHAFFHAUSEN
S
WINTERTHUR
BA
ST. GALLEN
ZURICH APPENZELL
PARIS
SOLOTHURN VIENNA
AUSTRIA INNSBRUCK
BUCHS
BIEL/BIENNE
FRANCE
GLARUS
LUCERNE BAD RAGAZ
NEUCHÂTEL BERN ENGELBERG
PARIS
CHUR
SCUOL
FRIBOURG LAAX DAVOS
BRIENZ AROSA
THUN
INTERLAKEN LENZERHEIDE
GRINDELWALD ANDERMATT
WENGEN
LAUSANNE GSTAAD ST. MORITZ
MONTREUX
CRANS-MONTANA BRIG
VISP
SION
ASCONA LOCARNO
GENEVA International Transit Network Entry Points
SAAS FEE
MARTIGNY VERBIER
PARIS 0 20 miles 30 miles 60 miles
MARSEILLES
ZERMATT LUGANO 0 30 km 50 km 100 km
ITALY
MILAN
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Explore & Relax
Explore Switzerland with ease and get pampered along the way
while relaxing admits spectacular mountain and lake scenery.
1 2
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EXCELLENCE CLASS GOTTHARD PANORAMA EXPRESS
GLACIER EXPRESS An enjoyable boat cruise with a taste
Sit back and relax while enjoying of Swiss history will bring you close to
a regional 5-course menu with the essence of this country.
accompanying wines on board See pages 24/25
the Glacier Express.
See pages 16/17
3 4
GRAND TOUR OF SWITZERLAND GOLDENPASS LINE
Relaxing views of Switzerland’s many A nostalgic train tour with endless
lakes will accompany you all along panoramic views will leave you with
the Grand Tour route. unforgettable memories.
See pages 30/31 See pages 22/23
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MORIARTY EXPRESS HOTELPARK LAKE THUN
Deep in the heartland of the Swiss Alps A sweet hideaway near Interlaken
follow the trail of Professor Moriarty for a peaceful escape away from
from Sherlock Holmes. the crowds.
See pages 34/35 See page 32/33
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TICINO`S GROTTO RESTAURANTS AYURVEDA & YOGA IN ASCONA
Get pampered with local delicacies Reset, recharge and renew your
and a risotto workshop amidst picture body, mind and soul in an Ayurveda
book scenery. & Yoga retreat
See pages 36/37 See page 41
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GERMANY
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BASEL
ST. GALLEN
ZURICH
APPENZELL
BUCHS
SOLOTHURN 2 AUSTRIA
BIEL/BIENNE 3
FRANCE BURGDORF LUCERNE
NEUCHÂTEL
BERN
ALTDORF CHUR
DAVOS
FRIBOURG
THUN
6 INTERLAKEN
ANDERMATT
5 ST. MORITZ
LAUSANNE 4
MONTREUX
VISP BRIG 7
SIERRE
1
GENEVA LOCARNO
MARTIGNY 8
ZERMATT LUGANO
ITALY
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Glacier Express
Discover Switzerland on the spectacular Glacier Express
rail journey, the slowest express train in the world.
Why the Glacier Express?
In my opinion:
“Every corner is a hidden jewel and you
will wish you could retain them all in your
memory as pictures will never do justice to
such stunning landscapes.
A tasteful lunch on board turns the Glacier
Express into a full experience: life does not
get any better when food, mountains and
valleys get together.
You will easily fall in love with the endless
beauty of Switzerland so sit back, relax and
enjoy this journey across alpine peaks and
architectural marvels.
Seeing is believing – so, when did you say
you are visiting?”
Julieta Trotta Sales & Operations
Glacier Express on the Landwasser Viaduct
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3 DAYS ZERMATT – ST. MORITZ
Daily departures *
BASEL
from CHF 570,- per person ZURICH
LUCERNE
Glacier Express BERN
ENGELBERG FLIMS/LAAX
CHUR
2
KLOSTERS
DAVOS
AROSA
INTERLAKEN
GRINDELWALD ANDERMATT 3
The entire journey takes around 8 hours and crosses 291 ST. MORITZ
bridges, passes through 91 tunnels and climbs over the 1
2033 m high Oberalp pass – this is truly one of the world`s BRIG
most spectacular rail journeys.
4 5
switzerlandtravelcentre.com/glacierexpress ZERMATT
1 2
St. Moritz Valley The Rhine Gorge
A sample itinerary Highlights
Offer includes:
DAY 1 • 03min)
Glacier Express – a 291 km (8h
journey from Zermatt to • 1citynight stay with breakfast and • Seat reservation 2nd class on
ARRIVAL SWITZERLAND tax in Zermatt the Glacier Express from Zermatt
St. Moritz or vice versa
Individual transfer by train to Zermatt.
• Bernina” • 1citynight stay with breakfast and to St. Moritz
The town’s tourist development UNESCO World Heritage “Albula/
– one of the world`s most
tax in St. Moritz • Swiss Coupon Pass
•
is closely linked to what is most
spectacular journeys Rail ticket 2nd class: border/
probably the world’s most famous
airport – Zermatt – St. Moritz –
mountain, the Matterhorn. Overnight
in Zermatt.
• Landwasser Viaduct – with the
famous curve between Thusis
border/airport
• 50%
4
Zermatt
and Poschiavo 3 discount ticket for most
DAY 2 trains, buses, boats and
GLACIER EXPRESS • thousanders
Zermatt – surrounded by 38 four-
with the most famous
mountain railways
Today, board the world-famous Glacier
mountain, the Matterhorn 4
Express for a thrilling ride through
From price is based from 13 Apr – 11 Oct 2020, sharing a double-bedded
some of the most dramatic scenery in
room in a 3* hotel. From 01 Jan – 12 Apr 2020 and 13 Dec – 31 Dec 2020 higher
Switzerland. Overnight in St. Moritz.
prices apply.
DAY 3
DEPARTURE * The Glacier Express does not run between 12 Oct – 12 Dec 2020. 3
The Landwasser Viaduct
Individual return journey.
Make it your own
SUPERIOR PACKAGE CUSTOMISE YOUR STAY
Enhance your stay by upgrading to a Combine Glacier & Bernina Express,
4* hotel (surcharge varies) or enjoy 4 days / 3 nights from CHF 735,-
a 1st class upgrade on your train per person.
journeys for CHF 135,- per person.
Discover more by changing to
DELUXE PACKAGE the Furka Steam Railway (Realp -
Indulge by upgrading to a luxury Oberwald or vice versa). Our team
stay in a 5* hotel and by adding seat will customise your holidays for a
reservation in the Excellence Class for truly individual experience.
CHF 1545,- per person (all round price
valid from 15 Jun – 13 Sep 2020).
LUNCH ON GLACIER EXPRESS Mountain View
Daily dish CHF 32,- per person
3-course menu CHF 45,- per person
EXCURSION TO GORNERGRAT
5 from CHF 38,- per person
The Riffelsee
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Bernina Express
Travel in spectacular fashion from Switzerland across the
border to Italy on the highest railway in the alps.
Lean back, marvel
and enjoy
In my opinion:
“The train crew welcomes guests to the
‘Bernina Express’ with Graubünden`s
cordiality, and they never fail to boast of
the view from their workplace. Who should
blame them? An incredible spectacle
of rugged rock formations, turquoise
lakes, glaciers, valleys and architectural
masterpieces, such as the famous
Landwasser Viaduct and the Circular
Viaduct near Brusio, can be admired
during the journey through the panorama
windows. The audio guide also provides
exciting anecdotes and information
during the trip. ‘Wow’ quickly becomes
the favourite word of travellers on the
Alpine crossing through the UNESCO
World Heritage Site and promises lasting
memories. There will also be culinary
delights. With a ‘Bernina Express Plättli’
and ‘Grischa Apéro’ you can enjoy the
trip twice and round off this unique
travel experience of a special kind.”
Melanie Gubser Product
Bernina Express at Alp Grüm, Poschiavo
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Daily departures *
from CHF 480,- per person
Bernina Express
The Bernina Express, which was classed as a UNESCO World
Heritage site in 2008, runs through the ancient landscape 3
Wiesnerviadukt
of Switzerland’s beautiful region of Graubünden. Making
short work of the 55 tunnels, 196 bridges, viaducts and steep
inclines the Bernina Express is not to be missed.
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Landwasserviadukt
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A sample itinerary
DAY 1
ARRIVAL SWITZERLAND
Individual travel to the Alpine Highlights
metropolis of St. Moritz, where 4
Circle Viaduct Brusio
numerous luxury hotels, spas and
upscale shops can be found.
• Bernina Express Train – a 156 km
(4h 13min) journey from St. Moritz
to Tirano or vice versa
DAY 2
BERNINA EXPRESS • journey
Bernina Express Bus – a 90 km (3h)
from Tirano to Lugano or
Board the Bernina Express and enjoy
vice versa
one of the most impressive scenic
rail journeys Switzerland has to offer. • rail
Albula/Bernina – a masterpiece in
engineering 2
Climbing over the spectacular Bernina 2
•
Albula River between Berguen and Preda
pass to more than 2253 m towards Landwasser Viaduct – most
Poschiavo and Brusio and inally reach spectacular landmark on the
Tirano in Italy, which is the end of the Rhaetian Railway 1
Bernina line. Change to the Bernina
Express Bus, which will take you onwards • around
Brusio Circular Viaduct – turns
a 360-degree curve 4
to Lugano.
DAY 3
• the
Alp Grüm station – border between
German and Italian speaking
ZURICH
DEPARTURE areas of Switzerland 7
Individual return journey.
• Valposchiavo – great place to enjoy
lengthy hikes, leisurely strolls and
ine regional specialities 8
5
Parco Ciani, Lugano
CHUR
AROSA
Offer includes: 6
St. Moritz
• 1citynight stay with breakfast and • 50% discount ticket for most
Make it your own
tax in St. Moritz trains, buses, boats and 2
1 3
• 1 night stay with breakfast and mountain railways ORITZ
city tax in Lugano • Seat reservation on the Bernina 6
SUPERIOR PACKAGE COMBINE GLACIER &
• Express train from St. Moritz 7
1 Rail ticket 2nd class: border/
to Tirano and on the Bernina
8
Enhance your stay by upgrading to a
BERNINA EXPRESS
airport – St. Moritz – Tirano 4
(Italy) – Lugano – border/airport Express Bus from Tirano to Lugano 4* hotel (surcharge varies) or enjoy 4 days / 3 nights * Operating times of the
LOCARNO
• Swiss Coupon Pass ASCONA ITALY
TIRANO a 1st class upgrade on your train
journeys for CHF 75,- per person.
from CHF 735,- per person Bernina Express Bus:
LUGANO Check our website for more 09 Apr – 25 Oct 2020, daily
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a double-bedded room in a 3* hotel. From 15 Jun – 30 Sep 2020 higher are available) or contact our team. 29 Oct – 29 Nov 2020,
Indulge by upgrading to a luxury stay
prices apply. in a 5* hotel. Thursday to Sunday
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Daily departures
from CHF 399,- per person
BASEL
ZURICH
GoldenPass Line
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LUCERNE
BERN
ENGELBERG
INTERLAKEN
Combine three of the most attractive regions in Switzerland
in one exciting rail holiday. On the GoldenPass Line from
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Central Switzerland via the Bernese Oberland to the Lake MONTREUX
GSTAAD
3
Geneva region. Two languages, three worlds, six lakes, one
4
BRIG
line: that’s the GoldenPass Line.
switzerlandtravelcentre.com/goldenpassline
ZERMATT
A sample itinerary
2 3
GoldenPass Classic Castle Chilon, Montreux
DAY 1
ARRIVAL SWITZERLAND
Individual travel to Lucerne.
Depending on your arrival time take
the opportunity to discover the Old
Town. Overnight in Lucerne.
DAY 2
GOLDENPASS LINE
Offer includes:
Today’s journey takes you over • 1citynight stay with breakfast and
tax in Lucerne
• Seat reservation Lucerne
– Interlaken (Zentralbahn)
the Brünig pass into the Bernese Highlights
Oberland. Passing Lake Brienz, • 1citynight stay with breakfast and and Zweisimmen – Montreux
(GoldenPass Line)
• an
Interlaken, Lake Thun and tax in Montreux
• Swiss Coupon Pass
Lucerne – embedded within
Zweisimmen, you will reach Gstaad.
Your journey continues through the
impressive mountainous • Rail ticket 2nd class: border/
airport – Lucerne – Interlaken –
1
Lakeside Lucerne
panorama 1
wild and romantic Pays d’Enhaut
• min)
Montreux – border/airport
GoldenPass Line – a 148 km (1h 48
with the scenic villages of Château
d’Oex and Montbovon before
journey with panoramic views • 50% discount ticket for most
trains, buses, boats and
of breathtaking scenery passing
reaching Lake Geneva and Montreux. mountain railways
three mountain passes, 4000m
Overnight in Montreux.
Alpine peaks and eight lakes
DAY 3
DEPARTURE
• and
Montreux – attracting artists, writers
travellers in search of beauty
From price is based from 01 – 30 Apr 2020, sharing a double-bedded room in
a 3* hotel. From 01 May – 31 Oct 2020 higher prices apply.
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Panoramic Express
Individual return journey. and inspiration 3
Make it your own
SUPERIOR PACKAGE EXCURSION MOUNT PILATUS
Enhance your stay by upgrading to a from CHF 36,- per person
4* hotel (surcharge varies) or enjoy
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a 1st class upgrade on your train Rochers-de-Naye
EXCURSION ROCHERS-DE-NAYE
journeys for CHF 55,- per person.
from CHF 35,- per person
DELUXE PACKAGE
Enjoy a luxury treat by upgrading to
a 5* hotel.
EXTEND YOUR STAY
Experience more by adding
additional destinations. Our team
1 will customise your holidays for a
Lucerne
truly individual experience.
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Daily departures *
from CHF 765,- per person
Gotthard
Panorama Express
The Gotthard Panorama Express links two of Switzerland’s
most attractive regions: Central Switzerland and Ticino. It
2 3
Lugano Lucerne
starts in Italian-speaking Lugano with its Mediterranean
climate, palm trees and glittering blue lakes. Then
it continues by train to Flüelen. Change here to an
unforgettable cruise aboard a vintage paddle steamer and
glide into Lucerne, the most central part of Switzerland.
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Gotthard Panorama Express
switzerlandtravelcentre.com/gotthardpanoramaexpress
A sample itinerary Highlights
DAY 1 scenery all around you, from the • villas
Lugano – a city of parks and lowers,
and sacred buildings with
• aGotthard Panorama Express –
182 km (5h 30min) journey
2
Lake Lugano
ARRIVAL LUGANO imposing mountain peaks to the
forest covered shores, all relected Mediterranean lair 2 from the Mediterranean south
Transfer to Lugano. The town piazzas,
and blooming lowers in the lakeside
in the crystal clear water.
• Lucerne – beautiful lakeside setting
and nearby mountains such as Rigi,
through the Gotthard tunnel over
the Alps and onward by boat across
Belvedere Gardens invite you to relax DAY 4
Pilatus and Stanserhorn 3 Lake Lucerne 1
and unwind. EXPLORE LUCERNE
DAY 2 Time at leisure. Thanks to its
EXPLORE LUGANO beautiful lakeside setting and
the nearby mountain excursions of
Time at leisure. Why not take the boat
Rigi, Pilatus and Stanserhorn, the
across the lake to the picturesque
town is a popular destination for
ishing village of Gandria and have lunch
many travellers.
at one of the beautiful rustic grottos.
Explore the winding, cobbled streets DAY 5 BASEL
before returning by boat to Lugano. DEPARTURE ZURICH
DAY 3 Departure by rail transfer.
GOTTHARD PANORAMA EXPRESS
Travel along the old Gotthard Route
from the Mediterranean south to
the traditional heart of Switzerland, LUCERNE
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inishing with a lake cruise across Evening at Vierwaldstaettersee, Lucerne
BERN
Lake Lucerne. Take in the amazing
ENGELBERG
4
Kapellbruecke
1
Offer includes: ANDERMATT
• 2citynight stay with breakfast and to 50% reductions on selected ORITZ Make it your own
tax in Lugano transport services (mountain
• 2citynight stay with breakfast and railways, trains, buses and boats SUPERIOR PACKAGE CUSTOMISE YOUR STAY EXCURSION STANSERHORN
tax in Lucerne • Seat reservation 1st class Enhance your stay by upgrading to a Combine Glacier, Bernina & from CHF 37,- per person
• Rail ticket 2nd class: border/
airport – Lugano – Lucerne –
Gotthard Panorama Express
Lugano – Lucerne OCARNO
4* hotel (surcharge varies) or enjoy
a 1st class upgrade on your train
Gotthard Panorama Express. * Operating times:
5 days / 4 nights EXCURSION MOUNT PILATUS 18 Apr – 18 Oct 2020, Tuesday
border/airport including up • Swiss Coupon Pass ASCONA
2 LUGANO
ITALY journeys for CHF 35,- per person.
from CHF 940,- per person from CHF 36,- per person to Sunday and public holidays
DELUXE PACKAGE The Gotthard Panorama
From price is based from 18 Apr – 14 Jun 2020 and 01 - 18 Oct 2020, sharing a Indulge by upgrading to a luxury stay Express does not operate
double-bedded room in a 3* hotel. From 15 Jun - 30 Sep 2020 higher prices apply. in a 5* hotel. on Mondays.
24 SWITZERLANDTRAVELCENTRE.COM SWITZERLANDTRAVELCENTRE.COM 25Grand Tour of
Switzerland
A stunning route through Switzerland – Why the Grand Tour?
whether by train or by car. Switzerland is a country with an infallible
public transport system so why travel by
car, I asked myself ? The answer became
apparent within the first few miles…
In my opinion:
“While my route incorporated popular
tourist destinations such as Montreux –
Interlaken – Lucerne, I could not help
but get excited about new, unfamiliar
sights along the way: Gland, a small
village above Lake Geneva, stunning views
of soft rolling mountain pastures in the
Gruyeres – Pays-d’Enhaut region, a pit
stop at a small local bar/restaurant in
Beatenberg overlooking Lake Thun, a car
ferry from Gersau to Beckenried across
Lake Lucerne. These were all a revelation
to an avid public transport user such as
myself. Armed with my Grand Tour map
and guidebook and helped by the many
Grand Tour signposts along the way, it was
much easier than anticipated. A Grand Tour
by electric car is now the next challenge
on my ‘Switzerland bucket list’!”
Kristina Luehr Product
Grand Tour sign near Chexbres, Lavaux
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ZERMATT – ST. MORITZ – LUGANO –
LUCERNE – ST. GALLEN
Daily departures * SCHAFFHAUSEN
from CHF 1450,- per person
BASEL
ZURICH ST. GALLEN
4
Grand Train Tour of RIGI
Switzerland “Original”
LUCERNE
BERN
FLÜELEN CHUR DAVOS
FLIMS/LAAX
1
INTERLAKEN
ANDERMATT 3
5 ST. MORITZ
LAUSANNE
2
Explore the cultural differences within the country and MONTREUX GSTAAD
BRIG
its 4 languages, all the while taking in some spectacular VISP
LOCARNO
TIRANO
countryside and staying in beautiful Swiss towns. It’s a great
ITALY
ZERMATT LUGANO
opportunity to visit the very best of Switzerland on some of
the most exciting scenic trains in Europe.
2 2
Riviera of Montreux Sunset on Lake Geneva
switzerlandtravelcentre.com/grandtt
A sample itinerary
DAY 1 winding tunnels before reaching
ARRIVAL SWITZERLAND –
INTERLAKEN
Tirano in Italy. Change to
the Bernina Express Bus which Offer includes:
Individual travel via Lucerne to
will take you onwards to Ticino.
Overnight in Lugano.
• 7citynights stay with breakfast and
tax in Interlaken, Montreux,
• Seat reservation 2nd class
GoldenPass Line, Glacier and
Interlaken along the shores of
crystal-clear lakes, past romantic Zermatt, St. Moritz, Lugano, Bernina Express and 1st class
DAY 6
waterfalls and over the magniicent Lucerne and St. Gallen Gotthard Panorama Express
LUGANO – LUCERNE /
• Grand Train Tour Ticket, 2nd class
4
Brünig mountain pass. Overnight and Voralpen-Express Shopping at Muenzplatz, Zurich
GOTTHARD PANORAMA EXPRESS
in Interlaken.
The Gotthard Panorama Express travels • 50% discount ticket for most • Swiss Coupon Pass
DAY 2 from the Mediterranean south to the trains, buses, boats and
INTERLAKEN – MONTREUX / traditional heart of Switzerland. From mountain railways
GOLDENPASS LINE Flüelen you will have a boat ride over
Lake Lucerne. Overnight in Lucerne. From price is based from 18 Apr – 11 Oct 2020, sharing a double-bedded
Your journey continues with the
GoldenPass Line through the wild DAY 7 room in a 3* hotel.
and romantic Pays d’Enhaut through LUCERNE – ST. GALLEN /
scenic villages along the shores of VORALPEN-EXPRESS
Lake Geneva. Overnight in Montreux.
Enjoy the beautiful 2.5h journey with
DAY 3 the Voralpen-Express which connects
MONTREUX – ZERMATT Central and Eastern Switzerland.
3
Overnight stay in St. Gallen Rhaetian Railway in the Albula Valley before Preda
Travel from Montreux to Zermatt.
Zermatt lies at the foot of the DAY 8
Matterhorn and offers plenty of DEPARTURE ST. GALLEN
things to explore. Enjoy a leisure Individual return journey.
day on your own and don`t miss
out an excursion to the Gornergrat.
Highlights
1
Overnight in Zermatt. Observation Platform, Interlaken
DAY 4
ZERMATT – ST. MORITZ / • 44theattraction
route
highlights along
Make it your own
GLACIER EXPRESS
Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. • 11 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Moritz. Enjoy some of the spectacular
• 22 Lakes SUPERIOR PACKAGE CUSTOMISE YOUR STAY “Glacier & Palm Trees” route,
4 days / 3 nights * Operating times
scenery Switzerland has to offer. Along
the deep Rhone valley, the Glacier
• 4 Language regions Enhance your stay by upgrading to a
4* or 5* hotel (surcharge varies) or
Travel suggestions for shorter stays:
from CHF 705,- per person Glacier Express does not run
Express travels through an incredibly • 2 Biosphere Reserves enjoy a 1st class rail journey for CHF
“Classic” route,
7 days / 6 nights
“Stunning Waters” route,
from 12 Oct – 12 Dec 2020.
fascinating part of the Alps. Overnight 165,- per person. 3 days / 2 nights Bernina Express Bus runs from
from CHF 1290,- per person 09 Apr – 25 Oct, daily and from
in St. Moritz. from CHF 445,- per person
“Top Attractions” route, 20 Feb – 04 Apr and 29 Oct –
DELUXE PACKAGE “Hidden Treasures” route,
DAY 5 5 days / 4 nights 29 Nov, Thurs to Sun.
ST. MORITZ – LUGANO / For an enhanced experience upgrade 3 days / 2 nights
from CHF 830,- per person Gotthard Panorama Express
BERNINA EXPRESS to the Excellence Class on the Glacier from CHF 535,- per person
operates from 18 Apr – 18 Oct,
Express from Zermatt – St. Moritz Tues – Sun (no service on Mon).
Board the Bernina Express. Travel over 5
Photo-Spot Walliser`s barn in Goms (price on request).
circular viaducts and pass through
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LUGANO – ZERMATT – MONTREUX –
GSTAAD – LUCERNE
Daily departures
from CHF 1315,- per person
Grand Tour
of Switzerland
This route leads you through 1600 kilometres of the country’s
most beautiful regions. You will travel through four linguistic
regions, over ive Alpine passes, to eleven UNESCO World
Heritage Sites and two biosphere reserves and along 22 lakes.
1
Lavaux
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2 3
The Rhine Falls Lake Lucerne
A sample itinerary
SCHAFFHAUSEN
2
DAY 1 down to Täsch which is your last stop BASEL WINTERTHUR
ARRIVAL SWITZERLAND by car before you continue by train on
ZURICH
. GALLEN 6
to Zermatt. Overnight in Zermatt.
Individual travel to Zurich. Zurich, the
“metropolis of experiences” offers a DAY 6 BIEL/BIENNE RIGI
unique mixture of attractions that you ZERMATT – MONTREUX BERN LUCERNE 3
can enjoy by yourself on your irst day. (CA. 150 KM) CHUR DAVOS
Overnight in Zurich. 4
A morning trip up the exhilarating
open-air Gornergrat railway is not to
5 INTERLAKEN
DAY 2 ANDERMATT
ZURICH – ST. GALLEN (CA. 150 KM) be missed. Back in Täsch your route LAUSANNE WENGEN
7
ST. MORITZ
begins with a stunning drive 1
On your way to St. Gallen stopover MONTREUX GSTAAD 4
Davos
up through the Valais, heading
8
BRIG
at the Rhine Falls, Europe’s largest VISP
through Sierre, Sion, Martigny and LOCARNO
waterfall. In St. Gallen the Abbey GENEVA
Aigle. Continue along the shores of SAAS-FEE 2
precinct with the cathedral and Abbey Furka pass road to the beginning of the Rhone valley, Obergoms, Valais
Lake Geneva to Montreux. Overnight ZERMATT LUGANO
Library has been accorded UNESCO
in Montreux.
World Heritage listing and belongs to
the top attractions along the Grand DAY 7
Tour. Overnight in St. Gallen. MONTREUX – GSTAAD (CA. 330 KM)
DAY 3 Drive through the orchards and
terraced vineyards of the Lavaux to
ST. GALLEN – DAVOS (CA. 160 KM)
On your way to Davos you will pass
Lausanne and from here continue Highlights
your drive to Freiburg. Further on your
• 44theattraction • 4 Language regions
the village of Appenzell. The Appenzell way you will pass the Greyerzer region, highlights along
region is known for rural customs and
• 5 Alpine passes
with its rolling green landscape. route
traditions. Continue your drive and
• 11 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Overnight in Gstaad.
have a stopover at Heidi’s Village in
• 2 Biosphere Reserves 8
Giornico, Ticino
Maienfeld. Overnight in Davos. DAY 8
GSTAAD – LUCERNE (CA. 315 KM)
• 22 Lakes • 1600km full of captivating landscapes
DAY 4
Continue your drive to Interlaken. 6
DAVOS – LUGANO (CA. 290 KM) Grand Tour of Switzerland St. Gallen
From Interlaken you can experience
Today’s journey takes you to Lugano
in the south of Switzerland, where
the majestic Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau Offer includes:
you have several opportunities to
summits. If you have some time left
before you head to Lucerne, Berne, • 8citynight stay with breakfast and • Train ticket Täsch – Zermatt – Make it your own
experience the Grand Tour attractions. tax in Zurich, St. Gallen, Täsch in 2nd class
UNESCO World Heritage is the place to
We recommend a stroll around the
historical old-town and an excursion to
spend it. Overnight in Lucerne. Davos, Lugano, Zermatt,
Montreux, Gstaad and Lucerne
• Grand Tour of Switzerland Road
Map from Hallwag
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San Salvatore or Monte Brè. Overnight
in Lugano.
DAY 9
DEPARTURE LUCERNE – ZURICH • Rental car for 9 days with pick-
up and drop-off at Zurich Airport
• Grand Tour of Switzerland to a 4* hotel (surcharge varies) or at a 5* hotel (surcharge varies) or by
“West & South” route, “Northwest & Central” route,
(CA. 140 KM) Travel Guide enjoy a higher vehicle category arranging an electro vehicle (Tesla or
6 days / 5 nights 6 days / 5 nights
DAY 5 You will spend your last day in • Free parking at all hotels (except
in Zermatt/Täsch and Montreux)
• Swiss Coupon Pass (price on request). Audi e-tron, price on request).
from CHF 980,- per person from CHF 965,- per person
LUGANO – ZERMATT (CA. 215 KM) one of the most beautiful cities in “East & South” route,
Leaving Lugano for Zermatt. On your Switzerland. One of the highlights of 6 days / 5 nights
way lies Ascona. Continue your journey Lucerne is the Chapel Bridge. Drive From price is based from 01 – 30 Apr and 01 – 31 Oct 2020, sharing a double-
from CHF 940,- per person
and arrive in the region Valais. Here lies back to Zurich for rental car drop-off at bedded room in a 3* hotel. From May – Sep 2020 higher prices apply.
the Aletsch Glacier. Continue moving the airport and return journey.
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TOP OF EUROPE/JUNGFRAUJOCH BASEL
Daily departures ZURICH
from CHF 740,- per person
LUCERNE
RIGI
5 2
Best of Switzerland
BERN
ENGELBERG
INTERLAKEN
4
3
WENGEN GRINDELWALD
Spend two nights in the charming town of Lucerne followed
1
MONTREUX
by two nights in Interlaken with a trip to the summit of GSTAAD
BRIG
the Jungfraujoch.
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ZERMATT
A sample itinerary Highlights 2 3
Dragon Ride, Lake Lucerne Interlaken
DAY 1 DAY 3 DAY 5 • with
Lucerne – sited on Lake Lucerne
most impressive views and
ARRIVAL SWITZERLAND LUCERNE– INTERLAKEN DEPARTURE
lake cruises
Individual travel to Lucerne. Depending Rail transfer to Zürich and return
on your arrival time, take the
Entertaining journey on board the
Zentralbahn or a regional train via
journey home. • cableway
Mount Pilatus – reachable via aerial
“Dragon Ride” or with
opportunity to discover the Old Town.
the Brünig Pass to Interlaken. world`s steepest cog railway 5
Overnight in Lucerne.
DAY 2
Overnight in Interlaken.
• Mount Titlis – breathtaking panorama
and adventurous activities such as
LUCERNE / MOUNT TITLIS DAY 4
the chairlift “Ice Flyer” 4
OR MOUNT PILATUS EXCURSION JUNGFRAUJOCH
(OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS)
The Jungfrau Railway leads to the
• mighty
Interlaken – encircled by the three
mountains, Eiger, Mönch
Choose between a visit to Mount highest train station in Europe and and Jungfrau 3
1
Titlis, the highest glacier in Central Jungfrau Railway
Switzerland or Mount Pilatus (optional
offers unbelievable views of the
mountain giants Eiger, Mönch and
• Jungfraujoch – at 3454 m the highest
railway station in Europe and
excursions, surcharge applies), with
Jungfrau and the 22 km long Aletsch UNESCO heritage site 1
the world’s steepest cogwheel railway.
Overnight in Lucerne. Glacier. Overnight in Interlaken.
Offer includes:
• 2andnight stay with breakfast
city tax in Lucerne
• 2andnight stay with breakfast
city tax in Interlaken
4
Titlis Rotair
• airport
Rail ticket 2nd class: border/
– Lucerne – Interlaken
– border/airport including
up to 50% reductions on 5
selected transport services Lucerne & Pilatus
(mountain railways, trains,
buses and boats)
• Excursion Jungfraujoch
Make it your own
(unguided)
• Swiss Coupon Pass SUPERIOR PACKAGE
Enhance your stay by upgrading
EXCURSION MOUNT PILATUS
from CHF 36,- per person
EXCURSION MOUNT TITLIS
from CHF 58,- per person
From price is based for 01 – 30 to a 4* hotel (surcharge varies) or
Apr 2020, sharing a double- enjoy a 1st class rail journey for
EXCURSION STANSERHORN
bedded room in a 3* hotel. CHF 75,- per person.
from CHF 37,- per person
From Jan – Mar lower prices
apply and from May – Oct
higher prices apply.
1
Observatory on the Jungfraujoch
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MORIARTY STEAM RAILWAY
Fixed departure dates
from CHF 1040,- per person
Sherlock Holmes
Moriarty Express
On this journey, you will experience finest nostalgia. You
will start your holidays by stepping into the footsteps of
2 3
Reichenbach Falls View of Interlaken
James Bond in style with a glass of Bollinger followed by the
007 walk of fame. You continue with a nostalgic steam ride
along the shores of Lake Brienz and straight to the Sherlock
Holmes museum where you will learn all about the final
battle between Holmes and Moriarty.
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A sample itinerary
DAY 1 1 4
Moriarty Steam Train Schilthorn PizGloria
ARRIVAL SWITZERLAND
Rail transfer to Interlaken. The
impressive panorama of mountains
and lakes make it one of the most
popular resorts in Switzerland.
DAY 2
SCHILTHORN
The 2,970 metre Schilthorn offers
the inest views of the Eiger, Mönch
and Jungfrau! The 360-degree
panoramic vista extends over some
200 mountain peaks. Enjoy a special BASEL
meal in the world’s irst mountain top ZURICH
revolving restaurant. 5
Sherlock Holmes Statue & Museum, Meiringen
DAY 3 4
Walk of Fame, Schilthorn
MORIARTY EXPRESS
On this mysterious day excursion
discover the trail of Professor James
LUCERNE
Offer includes:
BERN 2
Moriarty (from the famed Sherlock • 4citynight stay with breakfast and
tax in Interlaken
• Seat reservation 2nd class
Moriarty Express (Interlaken
Holmes novels) and follow in his ENGELBERG
footsteps to the mystic setting for Sir Highlights • Excursion Moriarty Steam Train – Meiringen) and Meiringen –
Arthur Conan Doyle’s “Final” novel, including coffee, croissants Interlaken (Central Bahn)
• Interlaken – nestles between • Cable Car Schilthorn Piz Gloria
2 5
Make it your own
deep in the imposing heartland of the 1 3
and lunch
4
Swiss Alps. the two beautiful lakes of Thun
• Excursion Schilthorn including • Entry Sherlock Holmes museum
and Brienz an aperitif, lunch and a
• Funicular Reichenbach Falls
3
DAY 4 MONTREUX SUPERIOR PACKAGE
INTERLAKEN • Schilthorn – the James GSTAAD
souvenir photo
• Interlaken Guestcard
Today is at your own pace. Perhaps Bond Mountain 4
BRIG • Rail ticket 2nd class:
• Swiss Coupon Pass
Enjoy a luxury treat by upgrading to
a 4* hotel and 1st class rail journey
•
border/airport Interlaken –
enjoy a lake cruise or an active Moriarty Steam Train – a nostalgic (price on request).
border/airport
tour by e-bike exploring the hidden steam railway 1
EXTEND YOUR STAY
villages around Interlaken.
• Sherlock Holmes museum – where This tour runs on selected dates only: 29 May, 30 May, 19 Jun, 20 Jun, 17 July, 18 Experience more by adding
DAY 5 the myth lives on 5
ZERMATT July, 21 Aug, 22 Aug, 25 Sep, 26 Sep, 16 Oct and 17 Oct 2020. additional nights in Interlaken or
DEPARTURE
• Reichenbach Falls – famous scene From price is based on the departure date 29 and 30 May in a 3*hotel, sharing
a double-bedded room. For all other travel periods, prices are subject to change.
other destinations. Our team will
Departure by rail transfer to airport/ of the last battle between Holmes customise your holidays for a truly
border or continuation of your tour. & Moriarty 2 individual experience.
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Daily departures BASEL
ZURICH
from CHF 885,- per person
LUCERNE
BERN
Ticino Gastronomy Tour ENGELBERG
INTERLAKEN
ORITZ
Ticino, the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland and famous
for its mild and Mediterranean climate, perfect for relaxing
summer holidays with sunshine and blue sky. This 3-day !"#ONA
gastronomy package is a perfect way to experience the OCARNO
ASCONA 3 ITALY
culinary delights of food & wine from this region.
ZERMATT 1 LUGANO
2
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1 1
Grotto Milani, Ticino Gabbani Delicatessen, Lugano
A sample itinerary Highlights
DAY 1 enjoy an aperitif before taking part in a • lair
Lugano – a city with Mediterranean
and southern joie de vivre 1
ARRIVAL LUGANO fabulous Risotto Workshop Experience.
After arrival, you will experience the DAY 3 • Private Guided Food & Wine Tour –
get to know the hidden gems and dive
Lugano food and wine tour. Enjoy a DEPARTURE
guided tour around the historical deep into the art & culture of this city
Individual return journey. whilst enjoying culinary delicacies
city of Lugano, making several stops
en route to sample several regional topped with the inest wines
specialties, washed down with a
Ticinese Merlot.
• aCruise & Risotto Workshop – learn
risotto recipe that you will take
home to spoil friends & family
DAY 2
EXPLORE LUGANO
2
Boat cruise from Lugano to San Rocco. Grotto Eremo San Nicolao
Upon arrival at the local restaurant,
Offer includes:
• 2andnights stay with breakfast
city tax in Lugano
• Rail ticket 2nd class: border/
airport – Lugano – border/
1
Bottegone del Vino in Lugano
airport
• Ticino Ticket
• Cruise and Cook excursion
• Private Guided Food & Wine
Tour Lugano
1
Grotto Milani, Ticino
• Swiss Coupon Pass
Make it your own
SUPERIOR PACKAGE EXCURSION MONTE GENEROSO EXCURSION SWISSMINIATUR
Enhance your stay by upgrading to a from CHF 54,- per person from CHF 19.50 per person
4* hotel.
From price is based from 18
DELUXE PACKAGE EXCURSION MONTE BRE
Apr – 14 Jun and 01 Oct – 31 Oct
Indulge by upgrading to a luxury stay from CHF 25,- per person
2020, sharing a double-bedded
room in a 3* hotel. From 15 Jun in a 5* hotel.
– 30 Sep higher prices apply.
3
Vineyard Dining
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Daily departures Daily departures
from CHF 199,- per person from CHF 413,- per person
Starry nights Slow down in Davos
on Mount Pilatus
1
The sunny plateau of Schatzalp is located directly
above Davos. The car-free resort is known as the ‘Magic
The mountain that towers over a city by the lake, Mount 1 Mountain’ due to it’s literary namesake and it’s history as
Pilatus offers panoramic views of Lake Lucerne and Central a centre for wellness. The Hotel Schatzalp with it’s alpine
Switzerland. Travel by panoramic gondela and the steepest surroundings is perfect for those who want to relax for a
cogwheel railway in the world to reach the Pilatus Kulm while whilst appreciating the calm and tranquil natural
Hotels. At 2,132 metres above sea level the panoramic 360 landscape.
degree view at the top is simply breath-taking.
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2
A sample itinerary A sample itinerary
DAY 1 DAY 1
ARRIVAL IN LUCERNE & ARRIVAL IN DAVOS & SCHATZALP
MOUNT PILATUS The hotel is reached from Davos by
The hotel is reached from Kriens the original funicular which was built
via panorama gondolas to the at the same time as the hotel. Evident
Fräkmüntegg, continuing upwards by throughout is the original Belle-
aerial cableway or in the summer by Epoque style and its charming lounge, 3
the world’s steepest cog railway from 2 bar and open ireplace provide a
Alpnachstad. Enjoy a welcome drink comfortable place to retreat.
and 4-course dinner in the Queen
DAY 2
Victoria dining room. Later in the day
SCHATZALP –
visitors make their decent step out
THE MAGIC MOUNTAIN
and gaze up at the beautiful starry
night sky. From the terrace enjoy the wonderful
view surrounded by the botanical
DAY 2
DESCENT AND DEPARTURE
Highlights alpine lora. The nearby Alpinim
botanical gardens has over 5000
Continue your holiday in Switzerland
by extending your stay or decent to
• Pilatus cogwheel railway 1 different plant species. For those
looking for fun, young or old, a ride on
Lucerne and rail transfer to airport for • the
The panoramic views from
terrace 2
the 500 metres long toboggan run will
your return journey home. surely excite.
• Nearby hiking trails 3
DAY 3 Highlights
• Room
Dinner in the Queen Victoria Dining
4
3 4 DESCENT AND DEPARTURE 4
Continue your holiday in Switzerland
by extending your stay or decent to
• Belle Epoque nostalgic hotel 1
Lucerne and rail transfer to airport for • Schatzalp funicular train2
Offer includes: your return journey home. • Walking Trails3
Offer includes:
Make it your own • Davos
• 1taxnight • Welcome drink
4
stay with breakfast, city
and dinner in Pilatus Kulm
• Swiss Coupon Pass • 2citynight stay with breakfast,
tax and dinner in Hotel
• Davos – Klosters Premium Card
(from 1 May 2020)
SUPERIOR PACKAGE Hotels 3*+
Enhance your stay and upgrade to
• Return journey from Lucerne to
Schatzalp 3*
• Entry to the Alpinium
superior room. A supplement from Mount Pilatus Make it your own • Return journey from botanical gardens
CHF 35 per person applies. Davos – Platz
• Swiss Coupon Pass
EXTEND YOUR STAY From price is based from 1 Nov – 30 Apr, sharing a double-bedded room. EXTEND YOUR STAY
Discover more by extending your From 1 May – 31 Oct higher prices apply. Discover more by extending From price is based from 12 May – 17 Oct, sharing a double-bedded room.
stay. In the summer months your stay. In the summer months
All of our itineraries are tailor made just for you. All of our itineraries are tailor made just for you.
consider combining your stay with consider combining your stay with
a hike on one of the many popular Call our team to discuss your own bespoke package. nearby resorts such as Davos, Call our team to discuss your own bespoke package.
hiking routes. Klosters or Arosa.
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Daily departures
from CHF 2199,- per person
Emotions at 1704 metres
Nature, architecture and gastronomy Ayurveda in Ascona –
Reset, Recharge, Renew –
The therapeutic and non-medical health programme by
the Giardino Hotel Ascona provides guests with a holistic
well-being for body, mind and soul.
Garden View
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A sample itinerary
DAY 1
ARRIVAL ASCONA
1st class train ride to Locarno and
ongoing journey to Ascona with the
free shuttle service from Giardino
Hotel Ascona. First consultation and
check-up with your Ayurvedia therapist.
DAY 2 & 3
ASCONA
Consultation, check-up and ayurveda Ayurveda Treatment
treatments. Participate in a choice of
optional yoga sessions, day activities
Highlights
and workshops. Ayurveda breakfast,
lunch and dinner are provided
throughout the day.
Time at leisure to explore Ascona • 2(àAyurvedic treatments
60 minutes)
and the landscapes of Ticino with the
included Ticino Ticket offering free • 1 Ayurvedic facial (90 minutes)
travel on public transport throughout • Ayurvedic Full Board
the region.
• Anamnesis and pulse diagnosis
with Ayurvedic diet and
DAY 4
DEPARTURE OR EXTENSION lifestyle consultation
Closing consultation and Ayurveda • Daily Yoga, Pranayama (breath work)
and meditation
recommendation for use at home.
Return 1st class rail transfer. • Entrance to the wellness area
(sauna, pool, itness and
Yoga in the Garden
health centre)
• Weekly programs and excursions
• Info meeting on health topics
• Closing Consultation Offer includes:
• 3Ascona
nights in Hotel Giardino 5*,
with Ayurvedica full board
• Ticino Ticket – free public
transport, discounts on
in double room casa rosa cable cars and the Swiss lake
Make it your own • 1st class train ticket from the navigation companies and main
airport/border to Locarno tourist attractions
EXTEND YOUR STAY and return • Swiss Coupon Pass
Experience this holistic treatment over
a longer period of time by increasing From price example calculated on 10 Sep 2020 for the departure date 05 – 08
the number of nights. Our team will Apr 2020, sharing a double-bedded room. Daily updated rates can be found on
customise your holidays for a truly our website.
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individual experience.
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Daily departures
from CHF 1983,- per person
Wellness at Lake Thun
The 5-star Beatus Wellness-& Spa-Hotel in Merligen is a
true escape offering an oasis of activities and relaxation
with culinary delights throughout the day. Set in its own
1 Beatus Wellness & Spa Hotel
12,000m2 hotel park directly on the shores of Lake Thun;
this charming hotel is full of distinctive character in
which a world of well-being awaits.
www.switzerlandtravelcentre.com/lakethun
A sample itinerary
DAY 1
ARRIVAL MERLIGEN
Train journey to Thun and change
to local bus or boat for transfer to
Hotel Beatus. Both bus stop and
boat landing quay are directly at the
hotel. Explore the extensive park and
lakeside facilities or relax in 2,000m2 2
Hiking
wellness and spa landscape.
Highlights
DAY 2 – 7
A LIFE OF LEISURE
With its prime location right by the
• Stunning location & views at
Hotel Beatus 1
lake, numerous facilities included and
a daily activity programme to join, you
• Free access to wellness and
spa facilities 3
will be pushed for time to enjoy all the
highlights offered by this exceptional • Daily gymnastics sessions
hotel. The wellness and spa area
comprise saltwater in-and-outdoor
• Mon – Fri guided hiking, cycling or
excursion trips 2
pool by the lake, a sauna world with
seven different saunas and steam
• Free hire of water sports equipment
baths, indoor sports pool, itness, • Full board with weekly specialty
buffets and terrace dining
and relax rooms. More active pursuits
include guided hiking and cycling and
a daily excursion programme (Mon-Fri) 3
Saltwater Pool, Hotel Beatus
to explore the beautiful lakes and
Make it your own
SKYLINE VIEW mountains around. The unique ¾
gourmet board including breakfast
buffet or ‘bathrobe breakfast’ in the
Spa café, light lunch, afternoon cake SUPERIOR PACKAGE Offer includes:
PIZ GLORIA and 5-course dinner promise culinary
delights throughout the week.
Enhance your stay by upgrading to
a classic lake view room ‘Schilthorn’
• 7Spanights 5-star Beatus Wellness &
Hotel with ¾ gourmet board in
• Half Fare Card
• Lake Thun Panorama Card for
with balcony. Enjoy a fresh and airy mountain view room ‘Niederhorn’
DAY 8 free local buses and discounts
DEPARTURE OR EXTENSION feel with a stunning view across Lake
Thun. From CHF 422.- per person • 2nd class train ticket from at local attractions
It will be dificult to leave this tranquil
oasis with its stunning view and mild
double occupancy.
the airport / border to
Merligen return
• Swiss Coupon Pass
climate. Return transfer by bus or EXTEND YOUR STAY
boat and onwards by rail. Need longer to unwind? Why not From price is based on stays during 24 Apr – 02 Jul & 23 Aug – 10 Oct
stay that little bit longer? From 2020, sharing a twin-bedded room. Single supplement from CHF 896.-
10 nights or more a generous long for 7 nights.
www.schilthorn.ch stay discount applies.
42 SWITZERLANDTRAVELCENTRE.COM SWITZERLANDTRAVELCENTRE.COM 43Cities & Culture
Medieval town centres, pristine lakes and rivers, unexpected sights
and always close to nature – Swiss cities in a nutshell.
1 2
1 3 6
BASEL ZURICH
Unique ‘three-country setting’; a Where business meets creativity,
cultural powerhouse that gives a tradition meets innovation, nature
warm local welcome; savour a swim in meets cutting-edge architecture –
Europe’s largest river, the Rhine. Switzerland’s largest city is full
See page 47 of contrasts.
See page 48
3 4
BERN GENEVA
Political centre with a medieval The home of international diplomacy
backdrop, enjoy a slower pace of life and world organisations. Discover the
7 and shopping in this unique UNESCO charm of this French-inluenced city
World Heritage Site. on Lake Geneva.
See page 49 See page 51
4 5 6
LUCERNE INTERLAKEN
Beautiful lakeside town surrounded Adventure sports hub complete
by famous mountain peaks offering with panoramic vistas; gateway to
numerous cultural highlights; diverse a multitude of lake and mountain
possibilities beckon. excursions, a city right at the heart of
See pages 52 & 53 Swiss tourism.
See pages 54/55
7 8
8
LUGANO MONTREUX
The dolce vita and lair of Italy meet Terraced vineyards alongside the lake,
Swiss eficiency; the exotic palm trees mountain panoramas, a medieval
lining the lakeside make it the perfect castle; discover jazz, wine and culinary
choice for a relaxing, sunny break. delights – the perfect combination.
See pages 56/57 See pages 58/59
2
5 GERMANY
BASEL
ST. GALLEN
1 ZURICH
APPENZELL
2
BUCHS
SOLOTHURN AUSTRIA
FRANCE BIEL/BIENNE
BURGDORF LUCERNE
NEUCHÂTEL
BERN 5
3 ALTDORF CHUR
DAVOS
FRIBOURG
THUN 6
INTERLAKEN
ANDERMATT
ST. MORITZ
LAUSANNE
MONTREUX
8
VISP BRIG
SIERRE
4 GENEVA LOCARNO
MARTIGNY 7
ZERMATT LUGANO
ITALY
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