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FOUR COUNTRIES TOUR…<br />
AUSTRIA, GERMANY, SWITZERLAND & LICHTENSTEIN<br />
8 DAY TOUR<br />
Departure: Saturday 10th – Saturday 17th August<br />
The Austrian Tyrol is a picture book region of outstanding beauty, characterised by<br />
mighty peaks, crystal clear lakes and picturesque towns. Although we are based<br />
in Austria, we will be visiting three other countries during the tour, each <strong>with</strong> their<br />
own history and wonderful scenery.<br />
A family run, traditional 4* hotel ideally located in the centre of St. Anton. All rooms<br />
are ensuite and comfortably furnished <strong>with</strong> TV and hairdryer and most have a<br />
balcony. There is a lift to all floors and the stylish and traditional restaurant serves<br />
delicious home cooked food. The large bar and lounge is comfortably furnished<br />
and offers a warm atmosphere and leisure facilities include an indoor swimming<br />
pool and whirlpool.<br />
Itinerary<br />
Arlberg Hotel<br />
St. Anton<br />
SATURDAY – After an early departure, we leave the West Country and journey<br />
east, <strong>with</strong> a comfort stop en route, to Dover for the ferry crossing to Calais. We<br />
then continue our journey to our overnight accommodation in Liege.<br />
SUNDAY – After breakfast, we continue our journey into Austria, <strong>with</strong> comfort<br />
stops en route, to our hotel in St Anton, arriving in time for a welcome drink &<br />
evening dinner<br />
MONDAY – The whole day is free for you to spend at leisure in St Anton. A<br />
wonderful summer resort, <strong>with</strong> a pedestrianised centre and a wealth of shops and<br />
cafés to explore, and sample the local cuisine. You may like to visit the excellent<br />
ski museum showing the history of alpine skiing, or take a cable car ride into the<br />
mountains and meadows where you can spot some of the famous Tyrolean cows,<br />
and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding mountains, which are simply<br />
breathtaking. There is also the opportunity to make use of the hotel leisure<br />
facilities…or simply relax and enjoy the scenery.<br />
TUESDAY – This morning we make our way east to Innsbruck, a charming city<br />
and the region’s capital. The Golden Roof in the old town is the most important<br />
symbol of the city. It was built by Archduke Friedrich IV for his emperor Maximilian<br />
I who was so delighted <strong>with</strong> his gift that he sat in luxury under it all day, and viewed<br />
the lively activity under the square below. You may also like to take a ride on the<br />
Hungerburgbahn lift, which ascends the Nordketten Mountain range or take a tour<br />
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of the Grassmayr Bell Foundry and the Ambras Castle, as well as browse the<br />
shops and enjoy a leisurely lunch.<br />
WEDNESDAY – A full day today as we visit 3 countries in the same day. We head<br />
westwards to Lichtenstein, the smallest country in Europe, <strong>with</strong> a stop for coffee in<br />
the capital Vaduz. We then cross the border into Switzerland to the town of<br />
Landquart to board a train on the famous scenic Rhaetic Railway. The oldest part<br />
of the railway dates from the 19th Century, and it criss crosses the Landquart<br />
River, passing the upmarket resort of Klosters, where the Royal family take their<br />
winter ski holidays, through tunnels and coniferous forests to Davos. With free<br />
time to spend in the picturesque town <strong>with</strong> its stunning views and vast array of<br />
shops and restaurants, we return to Austria and our hotel for a traditional farmers<br />
buffet evening dinner.<br />
THURSDAY – Join us today as we <strong>travel</strong> to Lake Constance, one of the largest<br />
lakes in Central Europe and bordered by Austria, Germany and Switzerland. The<br />
lake is a centre for water sports, while its shores are home to swathes of vineyards<br />
and intriguing towns. The area is rich in castles, baroque churches, exquisite town<br />
squares and curious museums, while the hinterland is dotted <strong>with</strong> pretty villages.<br />
Our first stop in at Bregenz, on the Austrian side and is the oldest city on the lake<br />
<strong>with</strong> its own floating theatre. We then cross into Germany to the picturesque island<br />
of Lindau <strong>with</strong> its beautiful harbour and cobbled streets. The views from the<br />
German shore across to the Swiss Alps are stunning.<br />
FRIDAY – Sadly, we this morning bid farewell to St. Anton and begin our<br />
homeward journey, making regular comfort stops en route, to our overnight hotel<br />
in Liege.<br />
SATURDAY – After breakfast, we <strong>travel</strong> back to Calais for the return ferry<br />
crossing to Dover. From here we then continue our journey home, arriving<br />
mid/late-evening.<br />
TOUR PRICE £485.00<br />
Price includes:<br />
7 nights’ dinner, bed & buffet breakfast<br />
Farmers buffet evening one night<br />
Train ticket on Rhaetic Railway<br />
Ferry crossings.<br />
All excursions<br />
Supplements:<br />
Single supplement £24.00<br />
<strong>Travel</strong> insurance £26.00
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