The Glacier Express (Grand Hotel Europe) 2011
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Mountain railways and breathtaking Alpine scenery

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All Aboard the Glacier Express on a Rail Holiday

Encounter the most wonderful settings on this tour through the landscapes of Switzerland. Experience the exhilaration of travelling past spectacular mountains and luminescent lakes from the comfort and warmth of an express train. This journey allows you to visit lakeside towns that are set amongst the most invigorating of scenery and cities that yield an abundance of fascinating historical artefacts. When you enjoy the Glacier Express rail holiday, which is jovially referred to as the slowest express train in the world, you will travel towards the Rhine Valley, passing meadows and mountains as you go.

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Key features:
  • Lucerne
  • Lake cruise on Lake Lucerne
  • Mount Rigi Railway
  • Journey on the Glacier Express
  • Brig
  • Zermatt
  • The Matterhorn
Included:
  • Return rail travel
  • 6 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • 3 dinners
  • Lake Lucerne cruise
  • Trip on the Mount Rigi Cog Railway
  • Full day on the Glacier Express
  • Narrow gauge railway journey to Zermatt
  • Treyn Tailor-made Swiss Card
  • The services of a Tour Manager
  • Single room prices include the supplement for single occupancy throughout: £195
Average Group size: 35
Transport Used: Train, lake steamer
  
 
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The Grand Hotel and the Glacier Express Rail Holiday

Your rail journey takes you on a leisurely climb towards the Oberalp Pass and through the pretty landscape of the Rhône Valley. This tour also ensures you have the opportunity to sample the delights of the localities and the option of excursions to many places of interest is available. During your Glacier Express rail holiday you will reside at the Grand Hotel which provides idyllic views of Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps. Modern decor is juxtaposed with tapestries, antiques and stained glass detailing at this 19th century hotel. The sumptuous lounge bar and café are excellent retreats where you can find delicious refreshments throughout your stay.