SWITZERLAND
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Glacier Express © Schweiz Tourismus Christof Sonderegger
The Glacier Express & Two Countries at Their Best
Hotel Kristal-Saphir Saas-Fee, Valais Plus
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Set in the picturesque mountain village of Saas Almagell, the family-run and spacious Hotel Kristal-Saphir offers stylish accommodation with spectacular views of the Swiss Alps. Easy access to the hotel includes a lift to all floors. En suite guest rooms feature a walk-in shower, hairdryer, safe, TV and free Wi-Fi. After a busy day sightseeing, relax in the hotel’s sauna, steam room or Jacuzzi. The sleek hotel restaurant ‘1659’ offers a chef-inspired menu using the best local produce. In the summertime, the spacious restaurant terrace is open for guests to enjoy a meal or drink and soak up the views. Guests can explore the area with free use of all cable cars up to 3,100 metres.
Our twin centre tour includes two nights close to the prestigious resort of Zermatt and three nights in chic Klosters, connected by one of Switzerland’s best scenic train rides across the Alps, the stunning Glacier Express! We also spend a day in the Principality of Liechtenstein, complete with a guided walking tour, a sightseeing Citytrain tour, a visit to the Postal Museum and a wine tasting! PACKAGED ITINERARY Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Zermatt Driver’s Day Off Today we make the short journey to Zermatt where we have the day free to explore the pedestrianised town, with its chic shops, leading to the Matterhorn Museum. This museum provides a wonderful insight into the history of both the mountain and the village itself and is an excellent introduction to the area. After a short visit, why not experience the Matterhorn first-hand by boarding the train to the summit of the Gornergrat at over 3,000 metres above sea level. Day 3 Glacier Express After breakfast, we depart our hotel and travel through the valley to Brig to board the Glacier Express for our 5.5 hour journey on the slowest express train in the world! We travel through snow-capped mountains and enjoy stunning views of glaciers, sparkling streams and waterfalls as we make our way towards Chur, where our coach (and luggage!) will meet us this afternoon to transfer us to the Silvretta Parkhotel, our home for the next 3 nights. Day 4 Davos & Klosters Driver’s Day Off If a further driver’s day off is required, we can explore the local areas of Davos and famous Klosters, known as a playground for princes, using the local trains, which are free for us to use courtesy of our Davos/Klosters Inclusive card , allowing convenient and easy access to the surrounding area. Day 5 Principality of Liechtenstein We spend today in Liechtenstein, a 25 kilometre-long principality between Austria and Switzerland. Upon arrival, we embark on a guided walking tour, learning more about Liechtenstein along the way. We then visit the Postal Museum, where we discover the history of Liechtenstein’s postal service through a collection of rare stamps, historic documents and machines. We also receive a souvenir stamp to remember our travels! Our day continues with a sightseeing tour on the Citytrain, taking in the old town, vineyards, Liechtenstein Castle and Rhine Park Stadium. Our journey also takes us to the Prince of Liechtenstein Winery, where we enjoy a tasting and receive a souvenir wine glass, decorated with the Princely coat of arms, to take home. Day 6 Departure After breakfast, we begin our journey home.
• Lift to all floors • Bar • Restaurant • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge
Nights 1 & 2
Silvretta Parkhotel Klosters, Graubunden
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Located in the heart of Klosters, the 4 star Silvretta Park has a traditional wooden exterior and a spacious reception area. All 94 bedrooms are well-furnished and include TV and hairdryer. There is a cosy piano bar, lounge and three restaurant areas serving a varied selection of cuisine to suit all tastes. There are also leisure facilities comprising an indoor swimming pool, sauna and wellness suite available to guests with a small charge levied for the use of the hotel’s bowling alley.
• Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is off-site & free of charge
Nights 3, 4 & 5
5 Nights Half Board Based on Saturday arrivals Inclusions
• 3 Nights Half Board at Silvretta Parkhotel • Porterage & welcome glass of fruit juice • Choice of buffet menu • Tea/coffee after dinner • Davos/Klosters Inclusive card allowing free use of trains in resort • Liechtenstein in a day, including guided walking tour, entrance to Postal Museum & souvenir stamp, Citytrain sightseeing tour, Prince of Liechtenstein Winery tasting & souvenir glass
• Return short sea crossing 2 Nights Half Board at Hotel Kristal-Saphir • Porterage • Choice of main • Tea/coffee after dinner • Return transfer (Taesch-Zermatt) • One way journey on Glacier Express (Brig-Chur) • Saastal Visitor Card allowing free use of buses and selected cable cars
Why not add an additional day to your itinerary exploring the magical village of Saas-Fee with its glacier and cable cars. Bus travel is free for guests staying more than 1 night with the local visitor card.
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