Aerial of Lucerne © Switzerland Tourism Ricardo Perret
Park Hotel
Park Hotel, Winterthur The welcoming 4 star Park Hotel is located in the centre of this elegant city, opposite the City Park and within an easy stroll of the Old Town. There is a stylish bar and lounge, a smart restaurant,
and a terrace area for guests to enjoy. • 4 star • 73 bedrooms • Lift • Terrace area • Coach parking nearby
Lake Lucerne • Winterthur • Zurich • Lake Constance • St Gallen
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Zurich and The Lakes of Switzerland
8 days from £1076 including:
Ideally located in the small elegant city of Winterthur, this scenic tour takes in meadows, mountains and lakes across the region. Highlights include the spectacular Lakes of Contance, Zurich, Zug and Lucerne, as well as picturesque lakeshore cities and towns.
• Return short Channel crossings • 1 night half board on the outbound journey • 5 nights half board in Winterthur with: Hot buffet breakfast 3 course evening meals with choice After dinner tea/coffee each night • Lake Lucerne cruise • Walking tour of central Zurich • 1 night half board on inbound journey 2027 price per person Apr to Oct (excl. Jul & Aug) £1076 Prices based on a Monday arrival. Lucerne Carnival takes place at the end of February/ beginning of March. Details on request.
Day 5 Full day exploring the region, beginning in the historic city of St Gallen with its stylish old town dominated by the Abbey of St Gall. Cross the border into Germany and on to the charming city of Constance. Explore the historic Niederburg area which is home to the main sights in the old town Day 6 Take the short journey to Zurich and discover the squares and alleyways of its mediaeval centre. A guided walking tour is included to enhance the visit. Travel down the length of Zurichsee and take the bridge across to Rapperswil, with time at leisure in this attractive lakeshore town. Day 7 Leave Switzerland and stop for an overnight stay in the Metz area. Day 8 Short Channel crossing to Dover and home.
Day 1 Channel crossing. Overnight in the Metz area. Day 2 Travel on to Switzerland and Winterthur for a 5 night stay. Day 3 A day at leisure to explore Winterthur’s many sights, including the various museums and art galleries, or simply stroll the historic old town with its pavement cafes and numerous shops. Two of the city’s main parks are within an easy walk of the hotel. Day 4 Full day excursion to Lucerne, via Zugersee and some free time in the pretty lakeshore town of Zug. In Lucerne, take time to discover the elegant old town, Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge. End the day with a relaxing cruise on Lake Lucerne is highly recommended.
View over Lake Lungern from Br ü nig Pass
Hotel Paxmontana
Hotel Paxmontana, Flüeli-Ranft The historic 3 star Paxmontana Hotel is well placed for exploring Lucerne and the Bernese Oberland. Its distinctive Art Deco style and dramatic location never fails to impress. Guest bedrooms are simple yet charming and all with balcony. • 3 star superior • 83 bedrooms • Lift • Gardens, terrace and panoramic views • Coach parking nearby
Lake Lucerne • Brünig Pass • Interlaken • The Bernese Oberland
Built in 1896 the Hotel Paxmontana is an architectural masterpiece that sits on a plateau with magni cent views onto Lake Sarnen and the surrounding mountains. It o ers period charm and stylish, modern comforts. Guest bedrooms are simply furnished and all with balcony and view. This great location is the perfect base from which to explore nearby Lake Lucerne, the wonderful Brünig Pass and the Bernese Oberland. Lucerne and the Bernese Oberland
8 days from £952 including:
• Return short Channel crossings • 1 night half board on the outbound journey • 5 nights half board in Flüeli Ranft with: Welcome drink with Alphorn Buffet breakfast 4 x 3 course dinners with choice from night 2 1 Swiss evening meal • 1 night half board on inbound journey 2027 price per person Apr to Oct £952
Day 1 Channel crossing and overnight in the Metz area. Day 2 Through France, cross into Switzerland and on to the Hotel Paxmontana, for a 5 night stay Day 3 A morning at leisure to relax at the hotel and enjoy the views. In the afternoon take a short excursion down to the village of Sarnen and its nearby lake. Day 4 A full day excursion around Lake Lucerne. The shore is peppered with a succession of pretty towns and villages and surrounded by imposing Alpine peaks.
Day 5 A full day, via the Brünig Pass, into the fabulous Bernese Oberland to Interlaken. Additional stops can include Grindelwald, Brienz or Meiringen, with its Sherlock Holmes Museum. Day 6 A full day to Lucerne City with its beautiful old town, Lion Monument and ‘Chapel Bridge’. We recommend a guided walking tour followed by an afternoon at leisure, or take a relaxing boat cruise on Lake Lucerne. Day 7 Depart Switzerland and overnight in the Metz area. Day 8 Short Channel crossing to Dover and home.
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