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Bern
Day 1: London – Interlaken
We journey from London to Paris by Eurostar,
followed by our onward connection to join the
high-speed train to Strasbourg and onward train
to Interlaken, Switzerland. We check in at our
hotel for a relaxing evening.
Day 2: Interlaken – Lucerne via GoldenPass
Line – Mount Rigi
Today we travel along a section of the
GoldenPass Line to Lucerne, where colourful
pitched roof buildings perch on the edge of a
blue lake, framed by a magnificent mountain
range. After some free time we take the train to
nearby Alt Goldau and then join the cogwheel
railway up Mount Rigi for breathtaking panoramic
views across the Alps and of Lake Lucerne below.
Day 3: Glacier Express
This morning we travel by rail to Chur and join
the Glacier Express for a memorable journey
along the broad valley before we climb through
pasture and woodland. The train then spirals its
way towards the Oberalp Pass, the highest point
Lucerne
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of the route at 2,033 metres, before descending
to the Rhône valley and stopping at Brig. We
continue by rail, returning to Interlaken in the
early evening.
Day 4: Interlaken – Bern – Lake Thun Cruise
The capital of Switzerland, Bern, is our
destination this morning. This charming city
is perfectly preserved, with many fountains,
facades, narrow streets and ancient towers.
Traffic is kept out of the old town, so it’s a
delight to explore with the added beauty of
the Aare river and surrounding mountains. In
the afternoon you can enjoy dramatic scenery
with a cruise on Lake Thun, whose deep blue
waters are framed by quaint villages and historic
castles, right up to the peaks of Eiger, Mönch and
Jungfrau.
Day 5: Interlaken – London
We depart in the morning, retracing our route to
Paris where our Eurostar connection returns us
to London.
YOU R HOLIDAY
INCLUDES
• Return Eurostar from London to Paris
• Connecting rail journeys to Interlaken
• Four nights’ bed and breakfast in
Interlaken
• Services of our experienced
Tour Manager
Plus the following excursions:
• Step aboard the GoldenPass Line and
travel to Lucerne
• Visits the mesmerising Alt Goldau and
Mount Rigi
• Journey aboard the infamous Glacier
Express from Chur to Brig
• Enjoy the Swiss capital of Bern in the
summertime
• Cruise upon Lake Thun
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Optional extra available:
• Meal package – lunch on
the Glacier Express and four
evening meals at the hotel ...............£179
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DAYS
RB
FROM
£995
DATES & PRICES
Tour code: REGLS05
14 June 2019 .............................................................. £995
Single room supplement from ....................... £195
All prices shown are per person
Insurance & deposits – see page 65
PROVISIONAL TRAIN TIMES
Outward journey
Departs London 08.31
Arrives Interlaken 20.54
Return journey
Departs Interlaken 07.00
Arrives London 18.06
YOUR HOTEL
Hotel Carlton Europe, Interlaken
This 3 star hotel is located on the famous high
street, Höheweg, which is an ideal position close
to the railway station and within easy walking
distance of the town. All the en suite bedrooms
are uniquely furnished and include radio, TV,
telephone, hairdryer and complimentary tea
and coffee facilities. There are also three
restaurants and you can relax with a drink in the
bar and lounge area.
SWITZERLAND
Hotel Carlton Europe
To book call us on 01858 438479 or visit us at www.arenarailholidays.co.uk
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