Discovering Europe one train at a time
08/01/2020 · By Rashmi Guha Ray
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2024 Tour code: GYJ24
About the tour
Spectacular scenery accompanies us all the way as we travel by rail through the heart of the Swiss Alps on the world-famous Glacier Express and Bernina Express.
Explore charming and historic Swiss towns such as Zermatt and Chur and get up close to the mighty Matterhorn as we immerse ourselves in the rich culture and awe-inspiring natural beauty of Switzerland.
Experience the unspoilt, traditional Swiss village of Kandersteg, nestled in an incredible landscape of imposing mountains.
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What’s included
Itinerary
Meeting our companions at London St Pancras, the Eurostar awaits as we are whisked through the scenic French countryside to Paris, before heading east to Strasbourg. The compact but captivating historic centre of this Alsatian city is dotted with grand squares and picturesque narrow waterways. We head to a local restaurant for our first dinner together and enjoy the cuisine of the Alsace.
**Please note: For departures 11/05/2024 & 22/06/2024 these will be overnight in Mulhouse (not Strasbourg).
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4.6 / 5 · 265 reviews
TW
Submitted 29/Jun
From start to finish the trip was well planned. The administration was comprehensive and helpful. The tour guide contacted each traveller before the journey commenced and provided lots of additional itinerary information and advice. The hotels were good and the itinerary did not disappoint. There were a couple of free days but with optional choices for those seeking more trips. The company app was very useful: it had weather information, currency conversions, hotel locations and much more. The other travellers were great fun and we had a wonderful time. The scenery was amazing and the trip was an absolute pleasure, which we recommend highly to others.
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CH
Submitted 27/Jun
Well organised with a very knowledgeable Tour Manager. Return journey home was 13.5 hours and involved 4 trains and a coach transfer which we found quite arduous. Hotels were very good and comfortable
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Avril Griffiths
Submitted 26/Jun
Fabulous trip, with a great tour guide. We didn’t have to worry about a thing, all arrangements made for us
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A Palmer
Submitted 24/Jun
I had a wonderful time. The wildflower meadows and the Glacier Express were stunning and our tour guide was brilliant.
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D Raynor
Submitted 23/Jun
Excellent Holiday
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Ian
Submitted 22/Jun
All good, exactly as described in the brochure,
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