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8 DAYS INTERLAKEN
Valid June to September
from CHF 1770 per person
MONTREUX – GSTAAD – INTERLAKEN
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Steam & Heritage
Railways of Switzerland
Famous for its modern and punctual trains, Switzerland also
offers historical train journeys, especially in the Bernese
Oberland. Explore the most unique steam and heritage trains
whilst you enjoy stunning views over the Swiss Alps. Stay in
Interlaken, the heart of the Bernese Oberland, and one of
the most popular resorts in Switzerland.
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Brienzer Rothorn
Itinerary
DAY 1
ARRIVAL
Individual arrival by train from
airport/border to Interlaken.
Overnight in Interlaken.
DAY 2
BRIENZER ROTHORN
Travel by train from Interlaken to
Brienz, where you board the famous
Brienzer Rothorn train. A steam
locomotive will push two carriages
from Brienz all the way up to Rothorn
Kulm, with the journey taking an hour
in total to travel 1678m in altitude.
After some time at leisure on the
mountain top, make your way down
to Brienz where you board a boat for
a lake cruise on the crystal blue Lake
Brienz which will take you back to
Interlaken. Overnight in Interlaken.
other lake. Join a historic paddle
steamer on Lake Thun to the
medieval town of Thun. The famous
castle is well worth exploring. We
recommend booking a guided tour
locally or simply enjoy the waterfront
and the pedestrian area full of shops.
DAY 6
FURKA STEAM RAILWAY
Travel by train to Oberwald, in the
canton of Valais to board the historic
Furka Steam Railway, which takes
you back to the golden age of steam
trains in Switzerland. The journey
leads from Oberwald through the
central Alps and over the historic
Glacier Express route to Realp.
Travel back to Interlaken by train.
Overnight in Interlaken.
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Furka Steam Railway
Discover the
Prestige seats and
enjoy the regional
products provided
on board.
Upon reservation
only.
DAY 3
DAY AT LEISURE
Today is at leisure, make use of your
Swiss Travel Pass and discover the
wider Bernese Oberland region.
One of the most famous mountains
in Switzerland is the Jungfraujoch,
where you will get a reduction on this
excursion to the “Top of Europe” with
your Swiss Travel Pass. Overnight in
Interlaken.
DAY 4
SCHYNIGE PLATTE
Schynige Platte is known as “Top
of Swiss Tradition”, where you get
to enjoy alphorn concerts daily as
well as a unique Botanical alpine
garden. The railway from Wilderswil
to Schynige Platte was built in 1893
and is a heritage line offering a
nostalgic experience of a bygone era
and provides stunning views of the
Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Overnight
in Interlaken.
DAY 5
DAY AT LEISURE
With your Swiss Travel Pass we
recommend exploring Interlaken’s
DAY 7
BRÜNIG DAMPFBAHN
(OPTIONAL)
Experience a hidden gem for steam
train enthusiasts! Start at Interlaken
Ost with a guided visit to the
locomotive depot and watch the
steam locomotive being prepared.
After boarding, travel along Lake
Brienz to Meiringen, where the rack
ascent up the mountain pass starts.
Experience the steam locomotive
powering up to the summit whilst
also enjoying the beautiful scenery.
On the descent to Giswil, take in
the beauty of Lake Lungern nestled
among the Swiss meadows. Giswil is
your final stop where you can savour
local cuisine. After lunch, enjoy a
relaxing journey back to Interlaken
Ost, capping off a remarkable day of
steam train adventure. Overnight in
Interlaken
DAY 8
DEPARTURE
Individual return journey by train
from Interlaken to airport/border.
4
Highlights
•
Brienzer Rothorn
1
•
Schynige Platte – Top of
Tradition 2
•
Furka Steam Railway
3
(Optional – last Sunday of
•
the month) 4
Offer
includes:
Brünig Dampfbahn
•
7 overnight stays with
breakfast in Interlaken
•
Rail ticket 2nd class valid
for 8 days throughout
Switzerland
•
Excursion to Brienzer
Rothorn, to Schynige Platte
and on the Furka Steam
Railway
From prices calculated on
01.09.2023 for 21.07.2024, based
on sharing a double-bedded
room in a 3-star hotel. Optional
Excursion Brünig Dampfbahn
from £116 per person return.
PREMIUM SWISS TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
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