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Swiss Summer Splendour

Swiss Summer Splendour

. Follow in the footsteps of the Swiss Glacier Express onboard the Rhaetic Railway, explore the garden island of Mainau, the medieval city of Lindau, and the cosmopolitan ski resort of St. Moritz, all while enjoying the majesty of the Alps in the summer sunshine.

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On this sensational seven-day getaway, soak up the spectacular ice-capped mountains, awe-inspiring glaciers, gently sloping valleys, and shimmering lakes. Follow in the footsteps of the Swiss Glacier Express onboard the Rhaetic Railway, explore the garden island of Mainau, the medieval city of Lindau, and the cosmopolitan ski resort of St. Moritz, all while enjoying the majesty of the Alps in the summer sunshine.

 

INCLUDES

Return luxury coach travel

Return ferry crossings

Escorted by a Skills Representative

2 nights bed & breakfast enroute

4 nights half board with select evening drinks

Welcome drink on arrival

Hotel porterage & entertainment

Excursions to Lindau, St. Moritz & Mainau

Ferry crossing from Constance to Meersburg

Journey on the Rhaetic Railway (panorama standard-class carriage)

Free time in Feldkirch

 

Day 1

We travel across northern France to an overnight hotel.

Day 2

Following breakfast, we continue our journey to the Weisses Kreuz Hotel in Feldkirch. A hearty "Grüß Gott" will await us upon arrival, alongside a warm alpine welcome from our hosts.

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Day 3

Hop on board for a scenic journey along the Swiss shores of Lake Constance towards the German city of Konstanz, an old imperial citadel. Today's highlight is a visit to the garden island of Mainau. Enjoy a mild climate around carefully designed and maintained with tulips, rhododendrons, scented roses and colourful dahlias, all waiting to be explored. Afterwards, we board a ferry for Lindau, the island city. Located at the foot of the Alps, Lindau is a historic island home to a magnificent harbour, medieval architecture and stunning lake views. Our return journey takes us through Bregenz, which is beautifully situated with views of Lake Constance's eastern shores.

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Day 4

Blessed with cobblestoned streets, narrow passages and beautiful facades, explore your quaint resort of Feldkirch in your own time today. Discover the medieval Old Town, one of the most beautiful in the region, and marvel at storied old buildings, charming fountains, the historic Schattenburg castle, and various walks leading to the gloriously green surroundings and wildlife park. Please note - admissions to attractions are not included today.

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Day 5

Our day begins with a visit to Tiefencastel where we board the Rhaetian Railway. Following the same path as the world-famous Glacier Express and Bernina Express, this line forms the heart of a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, one of the world's most spectacular routes. After travelling through helical tunnels and over majestic viaducts on this picturesque journey, we arrive in St Moritz, the metropolis of the Alps. Explore this popular ski resort that has hosted the Winter Olympics twice before we return by coach, passing over the Julier Pass and Via Mala, the most remarkable gorge in the eastern Alps.

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Day 6

After breakfast, we will be gifted a complimentary souvenir from the hotel before we retrace our steps back through Europe and return to our overnight hotel.

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Day 7

Our tour comes to a close as we return home.

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B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

Hotel Weisses Kreuz 4*, Feldkirch, Austria

 

 

 

Family-owned since 1852, the Weisses Kreuz is a tastefully furnished Alpine-style hotel with spacious bedrooms and free Wi-Fi.

 

Hotel Facilities

  • Bar

  • Restaurant

  • Lift

  • Wi-Fi

  • Sauna

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Alfreton Bus Station, Hall Street,
Alfreton, DE55 7BT
Arnold High Street Bus Stop,
Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
Beeston Beeston Lace Road, behind the Cricketers Pub
Beeston, NG9 2LA
Bulwell Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive,
Bulwell, NG6 8GE
Chesterfield Coach Station, Beckingham Way
Chesterfield, S40 1TH
Derby Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28,
Derby, DE1 2AY
Heanor Market Place, Wilmott Street
(Market Square side) Heanor, DE75 7EG
Ilkeston Wharncliffe Rd, Market Place,
Ilkeston, DE7 5GF
Leicester St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA,
Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG
Long Eaton The Green, Outside Poundland
Long Eaton, Notts, NG10 1HQ
Loughborough Amber Rooms, The Rushes
Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Lutterworth George Street, Outside Wycliffe Rooms
Lutterworth, LE17 4EG
Mansfield Bus Stop, Walkden Street
Mansfield, NG18 1QN
Nottingham Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino,
Nottingham, NG1 6HE
Ripley Market Place, Express Stand
Ripley, DE5 3FJ
Rotherham Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street,
Rotherham , S60 1QB
Sheffield Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House
Sheffield, S1 2BG
Toton Tram Stop Park and Ride, Toton Lane
Notts, NG9 7JA

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