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- Day 1 ARRIVE IN ZURICH, SWITZERLAND Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Zurich. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for the welcome dinner at the hotel. (D)
- Day 2 ZURICH-LUCERNE Board the train for your journey from Zurich to Lucerne. Lucerne is one of Switzerland's most idyllic medieval cities, surrounded by a beautiful lake and nestled amidst snow-capped Alps. The rest of the day is at leisure to discover the delights of this charming city, such as the famous wooden bridge and the picturesque town center. (B)
- Day 3 LUCERNE-INTERLAKEN-GOLDENPASS EXPRESS TRAIN TO MONTREUX-LAUSANNE Depart Lucerne on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express. Cross Brunig Pass en route to Interlaken and spend some time strolling through the quaint streets, or aim a little higher with an optional excursion by funicular to the Harder Kulm for lunch and magnificent views of the legendary Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. From Interlaken, take the GoldenPass Express train for your unforgettable journey to Montreux, then continue to Lausanne. (B)
- Day 4 LAUSANNE-MONTREUX-TÄSCH-ZERMATT AREA Discover the delightful Swiss mountain region of Zermatt. En route, stop to visit the town of Montreux, situated on the shores of Lake Geneva, surrounded by vineyards against the breathtaking backdrop of snow-covered Alps. Enjoy some free time, or consider an optional guided excursion to Chillon Castle, standing as solid as the rocky island on which it has endured on the water's edge for nearly four centuriesincluding a wine tasting of local wine. Continue your journey by train to Zermatt. (B,D)
- Day 5 ZERMATT AREA-GORNERGRAT EXCURSION An included excursion takes you to the famous Gornergrat, traveling on board Europe's highest rack railway. The views of the Matterhorn from its summit are nothing short of spectacular. The rest of the day is at leisure in Zermatt--with a variety of interesting shops, cafés, bars, and picturesque streets to explore. (B)
- Day 6 ZERMATT AREA-GLACIER EXPRESS-ST. MORITZ The train journey today aboard the spectacular Glacier Express is, without a doubt, one of the main highlights of the tour. Enjoy unforgettable views as you make your way through the unspoiled natural beauty of the Alps on the direct route to the world-famous mountain resort of St. Moritz. This picture-perfect town is more than just a holiday resort,it was also the birthplace of Alpine winter tourism (in 1864) and has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. Stretch your legs this evening, and admire the beautiful chalets decorated with gorgeous geraniums. (B,L,D)
- Day 7 ST. MORITZ. BERNINA EXPRESS EXCURSION TO TIRANO, ITALY Take the Bernina Express train (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to Tirano for one of Europe's most spectacular and breathtaking train rides. Travel across the lofty Bernina Pass via the Swiss Poschiavo area to Tirano in the Italian Valtellina, witnessing an array of beautiful mountain streams, glaciers, and alpine scenery along the way. (B)
- Day 8 ST. MORITZ-ZURICH Leave St. Moritz for the journey back to Zurich. Enjoy some time at leisure and take a stroll around the city center. Perhaps indulge in some chocolate tasting or follow the course of the river Limmat until it reaches the banks of Lake Zurich. Tonight enjoy a farewell drink at your hotel to say goodbye to your travelling companions. (B)
- Day 9 ZURICH Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Name: Scenic Switzerland by Train
Brand: Cosmos
Quality: Tourist Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Zurich
End City: Zurich
Notes: One piece of luggage per person, not exceeding 23 kg/50 lbs will be transported from the lobby of your overnight hotel to the next overnight hotel on travelling days. As for the hand luggage, a small backpack/handbag containing essentials for the day (such as water, raincoat, essential medication, money, etc.) to carry during the train journeys and daily activities is recomended. This rail tour requires guests to walk between hotels and train stations. Uneven terrain and stairs in some train stations and included experiences may pose challenges for guests with physical limitations or those reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs. High altitudes may be challenging for some guests, particularly those with pre-existing heart or blood pressure conditions. Maximum elevation is 10,100 ft. (3086 m) at Gornergrat and 5,978 ft (1,822 m) at St. Moritz.
Meals: Buffet breakfasts daily; 3 dinners
