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The Best of Switzerland & the Bernina Express
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Staying in the stylish yet tranquil resort of Klosters, well known for being the winter playground of the British Royals, our packaged itinerary includes a wonderful trio of rail journeys for the best views of the breathtaking scenery including the Bernina Express and historic train to Davos Platz. That’s not all, we visit the beautiful towns of Davos and Chur.
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Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Davos Driver’s Day Off
Day 5 Bernina Express Today we drive to Tiefencastel station to board the Bernina Express and embark on a one-way trip through the mountains to Tirano, Italy. We transverse dramatic viaducts and glide past rushing mountain streams, picture postcard villages and even a mountain garden. The train climbs up to the 2,253-metre-high Bernina Pass, the magnificence of which is hard to translate into words! Our coach will meet us in Tirano for our return trip by coach to our hotel. Day 6 Departure After breakfast, we begin our journey home.
Today we travel to Davos using our Davos/Klosters Inclusive card , which permits free train travel between Davos and Klosters. Why not board the Schatzalp funicular railway to the botanical gardens, which feature around 3,500 different flower species from all over the world at a height of 1,861m, or embrace the opportunity to visit the Jakobshorn Mountain on the other side of the valley, before returning to our hotel in Klosters. Day 3 Chur Old Town Today we make the journey along the valley to the regional capital, Chur. We spend this morning exploring what is believed to be the oldest town in Switzerland, including its car-free old town. With three major churches and cathedrals, Chur has a fascinating history. In addition, why not take the cable car up to the high plateau of Brambrüesch to enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views. We return to our hotel in the afternoon through the majestic alpine passes, passing beautiful lakes and mountains. HOW ABOUT? Another option on this day is a return journey on the beautiful Arosa Bahn, which departs for the mountain Today, we have a wonderful day of heritage rail travel whilst soaking up the beautiful mountain scenery. We will have free time at the fascinating Albula Railway Museum to discover more about the history of Switzerland’s most spectacular railway line and to have lunch. This afternoon, we can look forward to a journey on the Landwasser Express from Filisur where we soak up incredible views from the viaduct base. After our return, we board the historic train for a nostalgic journey through the beautiful Graubünden region to Davos Platz passing through the Wiesen Viaduct and the Zügen Gorge. After an exciting day on the railway, we board our coach and return to our hotel. Day 4 Landwasser Viaduct & Historic Train Journeys resort of Arosa from the centre of Chur. Ask your Account Manager for details.
Silvretta Parkhotel Klosters, Graubunden
Located in the heart of Klosters, the 4-star Silvretta Park has a traditional wooden exterior and a spacious reception area. All 85 bedrooms are well furnished and include a TV, Wi-Fi, safe and hairdryer. There is a cosy piano bar, lounge and 2 restaurants serving a varied selection of cuisine to suit all tastes. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna and wellness suite and there is a small charge levied for the use of the hotel’s bowling alley. • Lift • Leisure facilities • Welcome soft drink • Choice of buffet menu • Coach parking is off-site & free of charge
INCLUSIONS • Return short sea crossing • Davos/Klosters Inclusive card • Entrance to Albula Railway Museum
• Circular journey on Landwasser Express Road train • One-way historic train journey Filisur to Davos Platz • One way journey on Bernina Express (Tiefencastel-Tirano) HOW ABOUT? For a Winter Bernina Express tour from this hotel please see pages 12-13 for more information or ask your Account Manager.
5 Nights Half Board Based on Monday arrivals
Chur
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