The Best of Switzerland

Tour Itinerary

• Day 1 • UK - Zurich

  Today you will fly to Zurich, and then we'll transfer you to your hotel.

• Day 2 • Bernina Express

  Your day begins with a short journey from Davos to Filisur, where you will board the Bernina Express for an inspiring journey on the famous Bernina Line – a UNESCO-listed railway that's more than 100 years old. It is a thrilling route that passes through no fewer than 55 tunnels and crosses 196 bridges, as well as the famous circular viaduct of Brusio. The train will make its way across the border to Tirano in Italy, where there will be some free time before your return journey. Dinner will be served at the hotel this evening.

• Day 3 • Glacier Express

  Today you will take a panoramic journey on the world's slowest express train, the Glacier Express. Lunch will be served as you wind your way through the spectacular, ever-changing scenery to Brig. You will then journey to your next base, the traditional resort of Interlaken.

• Day 4 • Interlaken - at leisure

  You can get to know Interlaken better today. Or perhaps you'll come on an exciting optional trip. This takes you to Jungfraujoch – the 'Top of Europe' – for views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau summits. From Grindelwald you will take a cable car up to the station. You'll then take the Jungfrau Railway, which travels through a mountain tunnel and takes the steep climb to Jungfraujoch. Located at 3,454 metres above sea level, this is the highest railway station in Europe. What you'll see during two stops and from viewing platforms is an incredible world of rock, ice and snow on all sides.

• Day 5 • Trummelbach Falls & Schilthorn

  Your day is filled with exciting journeys, and the first takes you to explore the Trümmelbach Falls. You will then take the cable car to Birg to admire stunning vistas. Then it's on to Schilthorn, known as the '007 Mountain'. On its 2,970-metre summit sits a revolving restaurant, Piz Gloria, which featured in the 1969 James Bond film 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service'. Why not enjoy a martini here, shaken not stirred, of course, while you take in 360-degree views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains. Your next cable car ride takes you to Mürren, a picturesque cliff-top village offering amazing views of the Lauterbrunnen Valley. Its well-prepared footpaths and the fact that it is car-free make it a delight to explore on foot, we will then head back to the hotel for dinner.

• Day 6 • Lake Thun - Lausanne

  The day start with a cruise on Lake Thun to Spiez where we'll visit the romantic Spiez Castle, perched on a rocky outcrop on the lake's shores. Next you'll board the iconic Golden Pass Train. You'll travel in complete comfort as you take in some of Switzerland's most beautiful scenery from your carriage. The elegant town of Lausanne is your final destination.

• Day 7 • Lausanne - at leisure

  Today you are free to explore at your leisure. Your holiday includes a Lausanne Transport Card, giving you free access to public transport as well as discounted entry to a number of attractions. Alternatively, you may wish to join your Holiday Director for an optional excursion to Glacier 3000. Where there are breath-taking views of 24 summits, including the Matterhorn and Mont-Blanc. Visit the unique Peak Walk by Tissot, the only suspension bridge between two peaks in the world. At the hotel this evening, enjoy a farewell drink and dinner.

• Day 8 • Geneva - UK

  Today we'll transfer to Geneva airport for your return flight to the UK.