b'ClassicDelight in Switzerlands alpine scenery on this First Class holiday, based in two elegant resorts, and experience two9 DAYS from 3,499ppiconic rail journeys through epic mountain landscapes. 3,299 ppYOUR ITINERARY TO 1STRASBOURGDay 1. London to Basel: Your breathtaking holiday starts hereMeeting at London St Pancras, we board the Eurostar to Paris. Continuing Basel 1 SWITZERLANDby First Class rail via Strasbourg, we check in to our hotel in Basel.Day 2. Through the spectacular Rhine Gorge to St Moritz ChurToday we travel in First Class to St Moritz. From Basel, we pass lakes and mountains enroute to the historic town of Chur, then continue into the heart3 St Moritzof the Swiss Alps across deep ravines, scenic viaducts, past snow-cappedVisp Tiranopeaks to our four-star hotel in St Moritz, with spectacular views of the lake. 3 ZermattDay 3. Crossing the Alps in First Class onboard the Bernina ExpressAn iconic journey across the Alps into Italy awaits today aboard theUNESCO-listed Bernina Express. From First Class panoramic carriages, weWHATS INCLUDED:ascend the summit at over 7,300 feet above sea level, then pass Lago Bianco. At Alp Grm, we bask in views of the Pal Glacier before our arrival in Tirano, 8 nights 4-Star hotel where theres free time for you to explore this Italian valley town.accommodationEurostar PlusDay 4. Exploring the lakeside mountain town of St MoritzFirst Class rail travel where availableA free day in St Moritz presents many possibilities. The St Moritz resort card All rail and coach travelprovides free travel on the cable cars surrounding the town. Nearby, the Viathroughout your tourSerlas is one of the worlds most famous shopping streets. St Moritzs serene lake can be enjoyed on a gentle stroll or from our hotels terrace. Alternatively,Expertise of a UK Tour Manageryour Swiss Travel Card allows 50% discount on trains to explore further afield. from start to finishEurostar light mealsDay 5. A First Class Glacier Express experience in awe-inspiring scenery Breakfast each day, 1 lunch,Today we journey on the iconic Glacier Express. Europes most renowned6 dinnerstrain takes us the full length of its route, from St Moritz to Zermatt. PanoramicGroup luggage transfers between carriages provide front-row seats to the Swiss Grand Canyon and we zigzaghotels from St Moritz to Zermattup the Matter Valley, past meadows and waterfalls. The Matterhorn looms into view as we reach Zermatt where we check in to our hotel. Swiss Travel Card for 50% discounted fares on free days for rail, boat and Day 6. Viewing the Matterhorn from the Gornergrat Mountain Railway most mountain railway journeysWe experience the Gornergrat Mountain Railway today, Switzerlands originalAll guided tours and excursionselectric rack railway which first carried travellers up the mountain in 1898. Tracing their journey, we climb to over 10,000ft above sea level where an astonishing 29 peaks can be seen, including the majestic Matterhorn. TonightTour Code: GZJ| per person based onyou dine independently and could try one of Zermatts cosy restaurants. 2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers from 550.Day 7. Entering the magical wonderland of the Matterhorn glacierThis morning we travel by gondola to the highest cable car station in Europe.2025 Departures: At a height of more than 12,700 feet, the alpine wonderland of the MatterhornMAY, JUN, JUL, AUG, SEP, OCTGlacier Paradise provides monumental views of the snow-covered peak. The afternoon is free to spend exploring or relaxing at our hotel.Comfortable Explorer RatedDay 8. To the Alsace via idyllic lakes and the RhineWe leave Zermatt, travelling to Strasbourg on a scenic rail journey passing the1 2 3 4glistening Lake Thun and lakeside town of Spiez. After checking in to our hotel, there is time to explore the city and admire its Gothic cathedral.Secure your place nowwith a 700pp depositDay 9. Homeward boundOn our last morning, we travel by First Class rail to Paris, then change to theFor more information on Eurostar service back to London. You can then make your way home with memories of your unforgettable Swiss experiences.dates and prices,visit greatrail.com/GZJSWITZERLAND 13'