Zermatt and Matterhorn

Rail Journey

From £2495pp

Delight in Switzerland’s dramatic alpine scenery on this spectacular First Class holiday to chic resorts, and experience two iconic rail journeys through epic mountain landscapes

Astonishing mountains and serene alpine lakes provide the extraordinary setting for this incredible holiday as we travel in First Class all the way, including on the iconic Bernina Express and Glacier Express through the jaw-dropping natural beauty of the Swiss Alps.

Stay in the chic lakeside resort of St Moritz with its upmarket boutiques, and tranquil Zermatt nestled at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn.

Journey along the wonderful Gornergrat Mountain Railway to savour magnificent views of the mighty Matterhorn, step off the train to enjoy a chilled glass of prosecco on the railway platform at Alp Grüm in view of the captivating Palü glacier, and explore a winter wonderland before heading deep inside the magical Matterhorn Glacier Paradise to view remarkable ice sculptures.

Tour includes:

• Expertise of a UK Tour Manager from start to finish
• First Class rail travel where available as some regional trains do not accommodate group bookings
• Eurostar Standard Premier
• All rail and coach travel throughout your tour8 nights’ 4-Star hotel accommodation – 3 nights at a stylish, central hotel in the chic resort of St Moritz with great views of the lake from its enticing terrace; 3 nights at a traditional, family-run, chalet-style hotel in the renowned mountain town of Zermatt, with outdoor hot tub and terrace, and views of the Matterhorn. Plus, 1 night in Cologne, Germany, on the outbound journey, and 1 night in Strasbourg, France, on the return journey
• Swiss Travel Card, permitting 50% discounted fares on free days for rail, boat and most mountain railway journeys
• St Moritz resort card for free travel on the town’s cable cars and funiculars
• Breakfast each day, 1 lunch and 6 dinners

Itinerary:

Day 1 – London – Cologne
Day 2 – Cologne to St Moritz: From spectacular Rhine Valley to serene Alpine Lakes
Day 3 – The Bernina Express: Crossing the Alps in Elegance
Day 4 – St Moritz: Chic boutiques & lakeside walks
Day 5 – The glacier express: a first-class experience in awe inspiring scenery
Day 6 – The Gornergrat Mountain Railway: Viewing the Matterhorn from the glacial plateau
Day 7 – Entering the Magical Wonderland of Matterhorn glacier
Day 8 – Zermatt to Stausbourg: To the Alsace via idyllic lakes and the Rhine
Day 9 : Homeward bound

 

Price based on tour date commencing 04 October 2024. Various tour dates available throughout 2025 & 2026