b'DiscoveriesExperience Switzerlands stunning peaks and deep blue Jungfrau Expresslakes on this all-inclusive holiday, featuring an epic journey8 DAYS from 1,899ppto the Top of Europe.1,699 ppAll Inclusive YOUR ITINERARYDays 1-2. Strasbourg and Wilderswil, the epitome of a Swiss alpine villageMeeting our Tour Manager at London St Pancras, we travel by Eurostar toTO PARISParis. From the French capital, we change trains and continue by rail to theSWITZERLAND FROM 1Alsace city of Strasbourg for the first night of our holiday. Theres time to lookSTRASBOURGaround the city after checking into our hotel. After a free morning to discoverBern BrienzStrasbourg on Day 2, we travel by train into Switzerland. Look out for the turquoise waters of Lake Thun before we reach our destination for a six-night,Interlaken 6 Wilderswil6all-inclusive stay. Wilderswil is a quintessentially Swiss village in a pretty alpineLauterbrunnenvalley surrounded by the Mnch, Eiger and Jungfrau mountains.Kleine Scheidegg Schynige PlatteJungfraujochDay 3. A day in InterlakenThis morning, there is time to explore nearby Interlaken by rail. Uncover this attractive resort town at leisure. Set between two sparkling blue lakesLakeWHATS INCLUDED:Brienz and Lake ThunInterlaken has a variety of cafs, bakeries and shops. The towns historic centre is compact, so its easy to discover the medieval 7 nights 3-Star hotel monastery, castle and ancient square on foot before we return to Wilderswil. accommodationEurostar StandardDay 4. Schynige Platte or lakeside LucerneStandard Class rail travelOn departures from April to mid-June, we explore the lakeside town of All rail, cruise and coach travel Lucerne with its 14th-century Kapellbrcke. On departures from mid-June,throughout your tourwe take a scenic journey on the Schynige Platte Railway. With restored 19th- Expertise of a UK Tour Manager century carriages hauled by a vintage electric locomotive, the railway has a nostalgic Belle poque feel. At the top of the mountain, enjoy panoramicfrom start to finishviews from what is considered the best place to see the Jungfrau. Breakfast and dinner each day,6 picnic lunchesDay 5. A free day in Wilderswil and the Swiss Alps Beer, wine and soft drinks each day Take things at your own pace today. If youd like to take it easy, walk aroundwith dinner in Wilderswilthe quintessentially Swiss village of Wilderswil or watch the world go by from aSwiss Travel Card for 50% traditional caf. If youre feeling more adventurous, you could use your Swissdiscounted fares on free days A magnificentTravel Card to uncover the villages of the beautiful Lauterbrunnen Valley. for rail, boat and most mountain holiday - highlightsDay 6. To the Top of Europe aboard the iconic Jungfrau Express railway journeyswere JungfraujochA journey on the legendary Jungfrau Express to the Top of Europe is anAll guided tours and excursionsunsung gem of Swiss mountain railways and the highlight of our holiday. From and Interlaken. Kleine Scheidegg, we board our incredible journey to Europes highest railway Jane, 2024 station. Our route takes us through a tunnel dug into the rocks of the EigerTour Code: SIS| per person based onmountain before arriving at Jungfraujoch. Here, youre free to admire the2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers awe-inspiring peaks from the Sphinx observatory, be wowed by the Aletschfrom 230.Glacier, or maybe head to Lindt Swiss Chocolate Heaven shop to see how JUNGFRAUJOCH Swiss Chocolate is made. You could also visit the Alpine Sensation exhibition2025 Departures: which pays tribute to the miners who built the railway over 100 years ago.APR, MAY, JUN, JUL, AUG, SEP, OCTJUNGFRAU EXPRESS INTERLAKEN LAKE BRIENZDay 7. A relaxing morning on Lake BrienzToday, we take the train to Interlaken for a scenic cruise aboard a traditionalComfortable Explorer Ratedboat on Lake Brienz. As we set sail on the lakes glacier-fed waters, were1 2 3 4encircled by magnificent mountains and vivid green forests. On arrival in the village of Brienz, theres free time to have a look around. We take the train back to Interlaken after lunch, and youre free to do some final sightseeing. Secure your place nowwith a 400pp depositDay 8. Homeward boundAfter our last breakfast in Switzerland, we take the train to Interlaken. On theFor more information on way, look back at the stunning Swiss sights we have enjoyed from our base in Wilderswil surrounded by views of the Eiger, Mnch and Jungfrau. Fromdates and prices,Interlaken, we continue by rail to Paris and board the Eurostar to London.visit greatrail.com/SIS44Call 01904 527168 to speak to our team SWITZERLAND 45'