Lakes & Mountains of Switzerland

Lakes & Mountains of Switzerland

9 days from only £699

Your base for this wonderful break is the picture poscard village of Hergiswil on the banks of Lake Lucerne, one of Europe's prettiest sights. Surrounded by soaring mountain peaks and lush Alpine scenery, you are sure to feel totally relaxed.

Holiday highlights
• Peaceful Hergiswil
• Lakeside Lucerne
• Scenic train journey to Grindelwald
• Traditional crafts at Brienz
• Lovely resort of Interlaken

Optional excursions
• Lakes Tour
• Scenic Mountain Railways
• Engelberg and Mount Titlis

Holiday Itinerary
Day 1 UK to Northern France - Across to Calais, then into Northern France for our overnight stay.
Day 2 Northern France to Hergiswil - Continuing south into Switzerland and arrival at Hergiswil in time for dinner. (B,D)
Days 3 to 7 Hergiswil - Enjoy time to relax in your pitcuresque resort, set amid majestic mountain scenery, which has a range of shops and cafés, as well as pretty gardens to enjoy. (B,D)
Day 8 Hergiswil to Reims - Heading back north for our final overnight stay. (B,D) 
Day 9 Reims to UK - Calais, Dover, then home.  (B)
Included Meals: B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

Included Excursions
Full Day Brienz, Interlaken & Grindelwald - A trip to the charming village of Brienz, the centre of Swiss woodcarving before heading to the popular resort of Interlaken and then an exhilarating ride to the mountain resort of Grindelwald by narrow gauge railway.
Full Day Mountain Magic - A chance to explore Switlerland's stunning mountain peaks and passes is one of non-stop scenic delights that will live long in the memory. An optional mountain train ride on the route of the famous Glacier Express is also offered.
Half Day Lucerne - A morning visit to beautiful Lucerne, full of medieval frescoed buildings, charming narrow streets, decorative fountains and numerous pavement cafés, with a local guide available for an optional tour of the city.

Seehotel Pilatus, Hergiswil
The popular Seehotel Pilatus has a great location on the lakeside, excellent leisure facilities and a pleasant relaxing garden with lake views for guests to enjoy.
• All bedrooms have private facilities, including radio, telephone, hairdryer and satellite TV
• Most bedrooms have balcony
• Dining room with superb lake view serving buffet breakfast and dinner with choice of two menus
• Tea/coffee after dinner
• Lakeside terraces and lawns
• Free use of Palm Park Bath Centre with large pool, sauna and whirlpool
• Lounge
• Bistro with bar
No. of rooms: 70 Lifts: 2 Official rating: 4 stars

Whats included
• 8 nights, daily breakfast, 7 dinners
• 3 included excursions