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Day 1 London / Dover / Calais / Reims
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Meet at Euston Rail Station
by 7:30 a.m. An early morning departure by British Coach for
Dover where our P/O ferry will bring us across the English
channel to France. We arrive at the capital or Champagne country
- Reims, in time for dinner.
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Day 2 Reims / Rhine falls / Zurich / Sisikon
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We depart after breakfast
for the diving line between Germany and Switzerland. The
line is non other than the mighty River Rhine. Here it
divides Switzerland from Germany. In Schaffhausen, the
canton in the north, we enjoy the spectacular sight of Rhine
falls. If time permits, we make a short stop in the city of
Zurich for a glimpse of the famous Bahnhofstrasse, the
city’s main shopping zone and ideal for pedestrians. This
Bahnhof street is one of the most beautiful shopping area.
This evening we check in at our hotel by Lake Lucerne in the
canton of lake of the four forests canton.
( Continental Breakfast /
Western Dinner)
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Day 3 Interlaken / Jungfrau / Lauterbrunnen /
Staubbach Waterfall / Berne
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Another page of Switzerland
is opened before your eyes as we leave after breakfast for Switzerland's beautiful Bernese Oberland.
Interlaken
is a delightful destination for memorable holidays and conventions. The
town is located between the lakes of Thun and Brienz, you will agree
that it is indeed a delight to spend some hours simply wandering on its
main streets, lined with exclusive shops and stores amidst enchanting
natural settings. For those who wish to enjoy the tallest mountain range
in Europe, we drop you off at the foot of Jungfrau, where you can take
an optional tour to ascend the massive white
rock - Jungfrau. A breadth stopping train ride from Lauterbrunnen to
Wegen and Kleine Scheidegg station. The spectacular scenery unfolds
before your eyes as if it were a scroll of perfect water colour
painting. At the top of the Europe, enjoy the facilities that is
available such as: Husky Dog sledges; Snow walk; Ice cave; Carvings of
ice sculptures, movie room; souvenirs stalls, photo saloon and 3
restaurants and bar/cafe. After which we assemble again to continue with a breadth-taking scenic drive
through the Wassen; Gadmen Rosentaul route for Lauterbrunnen valley.
Probably one of the most beautiful of the glacial valleys in the
European Alps with scenic attractions include the 4000 meter snow-capped
peaks and imposing waterfalls. Located 796 m above sea level - the
lively centre at the entrance to the valley, with its famous landmark,
the sparkling Staubbach Waterfall.

In the
afternoon, we are in the capital of the country Berne. It is a UNESCO
World heritage, walking with your tour manager from the rail station
through arcades of shops and stores, we see a compact mediaeval
cityscape, with its unique 12 C Golden clock tower, the Renaissance
fountains and largely preserved sandstone facades, to which the romantic
Swiss capital owes its charm. Cross the River Aare, we come to the Bear
pit, for the glimpse of those cute cuddly animals, the bear is Berne
heraldic symbol and therefore, do not forget a memorial snap shot, as a
proof that you were here.
(Optional rail to Jungfrau needs to be pre-booked. Please inform your
agent if you wish to book otherwise, there may be no seats at the last
minute.)
(Continental
Breakfast / Western
Dinner)
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4
Lucerne / Angels Valley and Pasture / Mount Titlis
/ Visp
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A short drive to the picturesque township that has represented Switzerland
in countless colanders and post cards, we are here in Lucerne. it is an
essential stop for all travellers to Switzerland,
simply
for its uniqueness. Enjoy the scenes around the lake with graceful
swans; the ever green
mountains, occasionally snow-capped and the changing vegetation around. wander
through the cobble stone streets in the old town, spot the ornate
fountains in every corners or together with your tour manager, visit the
monuments such as the Wounded Lion, memory of the heroic death of the
Swiss mercenaries at the Tuileries in 1792; The Kapellbruck - Chapel
Bridge constructed first half of the 14th century as a part of the city's
fortifications, the Jesuit Church, built in 1666/67, the first and finest
baroque churches in the country and finally the old wall with its medieval
watch towers. There are also the Richard Wagner House , Picasso Museum if
you care to rush to, rather than shopping for the Swiss cotton materials,
watches or folklore souvenirs. For those who wish to conquer yet another
Swiss massive mountain range, here is your chance to do so. We bring you
through the village of Stans and up to the forest of the pines and
ever-green. It is here about 1000 meter where we have to stop for there
is no road further ahead.
You
are in Engelberg, also fondly known as the "Angle's mountain". Here at
the end of the road, is the "Angle's pasture" where in the height of
summer, wild flowers grow in abundant, transforming it into a explosion
display of colours and plants of all shapes. Roam around the township of
Engelberg to browse around the stall selling all that is Swiss. Why not
pay for the ticket over the counter and you can soon be transported by
three stages of cable car all the way up to the top of the world at
10'000 feet above the water level of lake Lucerne. It is also here you
could experience the world's first revolving cable car, a massive jumbo
size that could carry over 80 skiers or visitors alike. Once on top of
the summit at 3020 meter, there will be the Ice Palace; the Panorama
balcony; the Ski and Sledge slopes; and of course the restaurants and
the cinema showing you the colours of Engelberg at different seasons.
Back to Engelberg once again, we continue to Visp, at
the foot of yet another range of mountains.
(Continental
Breakfast / Western
Dinner)
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Day 5 Zermatt / Matterhorn resort / Les Bains de Lavey Spa &
hot-spring / Visp
South-bound
this morning towards the country road where every turn is a picture post
card. Few alpines resorts in Switzerland, among them Zermatt, is one of
the "Green" resorts. |
Only electric vehicles
and taxis are allowed. Access to Zermatt from Täsch cog-wheel
station. The up market shops and restaurants is indeed made for the
rich and famous. We could stroll to the end of the road for the
spectacular view of “Pyramid?shaped snow capped mountain that you
have long to see ?The Matterhorn. Continue to the hot sulphur
springs of Lavey on the Rhone River Discovered quite by chance by a
fisherman in 1831, it is now the up market Spa and beauty centre of
the country. Surrounded by impressive mountain ranges. Several
swimming and spa pools, steam rooms, whirlpools and rest rooms are
at your disposal with just a 3 hour ticket paid at the door. In
addition you'll find fun pools and a 70-m long slide for children,
as well as a 25-m Olympic pool for those with athletic ambition. All
pools have a temperature of 28-42°C and contain thermal water from
local springs. Later, guests can enjoy culinary delights in various
bars and restaurants. The coffee bar at the entrance of the bath is
the perfect place to enjoy afternoon cafe and croissant. Feel
hungry? Stop for a snack at the self-service restaurant. Visit the
new grill-pizzeria and enjoy the lovely terrace. In the later
afternoon, we return to Visp where dinner is served.
(Continental
Breakfast / Western
Dinner)
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Day 6
Lausanne / Chillon Castle / Vevey / n / Patek Philippe horology
experience /
Geneva orientation
Our first stop this
morning, is the medieval castle of Chillon. Personified by Lord
Byron at the age of 24, with his lengthy and poetic recital of
this stone structure on the cliff. Coming face to face with this
building, one could see why was he such a poor romantic soul. In
Vevey city, we say hello to Charlie Chaplin, in his garden by
the main entrance to Switzerland’s popular Nestle ’s Food museum.
Passing by Lausanne city, finally we come face to face with the
symbol of the lake and the city, the jet d'eau near the English
Garden of Geneva. The cosmopolitan ambiance is reflected in the
area where U.N. congress and offices are located. synonymous with
Switzerland apart from the mountains, lakes and banking,
undoubtedly the main revenue of the country is of the Watch
making. We come to a building erected in the early 20th century,
to witness the creativity of the Patek Philippe. Her museum
exhibits important collections of horology and enamelling of
Genevese, Swiss and European origin, dating from the 16th to the
20th century. A large collection of ancient antique watches and
clocks that are simply scintillating and dazzle with gems and
diamonds, indeed a feast to your eyes. There is a library
dedicated to horology and its related subjects that are
essentially composed of watches, musical automata and portrait
miniatures painted on enamel as well as the Geneva based firm’s
prestigious creations since its foundation in 1839.
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Day 7
Geneva / Nemours
Goodbye Switzerland, as we head northwards today.
Arrival Nemours for overnight.
(Continental Breakfast )
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Day 8
Fontainebleau / Paris Sud / Calais / Dover / London Euston
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A brief stop for
pictures at Fontainebleau castle. It was also the favourite “home"
to
Napoleon. After our photo stop, continue to Calais for ferry to
Dover. Arrival London Euston this evening where tour terminates.
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Breakfast
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Note: Break away from tour on Day 8 and
to stay in Paris is
permitted, but do inform the booking agent well before you come on the
tour. We could also make reservation for your hotel in Paris or your
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