A truly breathtaking journey through the Swiss countryside awaits on this short break. A three day Alpine getaway will showcase the very best of Switzerland's natural beauty, with a spectacularly scenic ride aboard the Glacier Express, nicknamed 'the slowest express train in the world'.
You'll ride this iconic red train from your base in enchanting Chur, Switzerland's oldest city, to the luxurious resort town of St Moritz, passing over the Landwasser Viaduct enjoying panoramic views of the majestic Alps as you go.
Stay three nights in Chur, enjoying an entire day free to explore its charming streets at your own pace, with an included Chur Guest Card offering discounts on local transport and museums like the Graubünden Art Museum and Graubünden Natural History Museum.
End your trip in style with a scenic rail journey back to Zurich, relishing the serene landscapes of lush valleys and snow-capped hills and bringing your short break in Switzerland to a memorable conclusion.
* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a twin room, flying from LHR on 8 October 2024, subject to availability. Hand baggage only included. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement from £150pp. Deposit £200pp. Upgrade to First Class rail from £100pp. Upgrade to 4-star hotel from £120pp. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Not suitable for those with mobility issues. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd and Fred.Holidays, operator terms and conditions also apply.
* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a twin room, subject to availability. Hand baggage only included. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement from £160pp. Deposit £200pp. Upgrade to First Class rail from £100pp. Upgrade to 4-star hotel from £120pp. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Not suitable for those with mobility issues. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd and Fred.Holidays, operator terms and conditions also apply.
This morning you'll depart the UK and head to Zurich by air. On arrival at Zurich airport you'll travel by rail to Chur. This train journey lasts around an hour and a half, skirting the edges of Lakes Zurich and Wellensee before arriving in Chur.
You'll take a short walk from the station to the hotel, enjoying your initial glimpse at life in this enchanting Alpine city. Chur is the oldest city in Switzerland and is quaint, compact and easy to get around.
Today it's all aboard the Glacier Express, also known as 'the slowest express train in the world'.
Your two-hour ride on one of Europe's most iconic trains will take you to St Moritz, over the magnificent Landwasser Viaduct and along the UNESCO Heritage Albula line - an incredible feat of engineering, perfectly framed by the train's large-scale windows.
On arrival in St Moritz you'll have some free time to explore this chic resort town and have some dinner in a local restaurant before retracing your route by regional train and returning to Chur.
You'll have the whole day free today to explore Chur at your own pace.
Your holiday includes a 'Chur Guest Card' which you can use to explore the city by public transport and get discounts on local attractions and museums. Perhaps you'll head to the Graubünden Art Museum, where you can explore a collection of 8,000 pieces of art housed across two historical villas, or the Graubünden Natural History Museum where you'll discover many interesting facts about the flora, fauna and geology of the region.
You'll also have the chance to buy half-price local rail tickets to explore the wider area and perhaps venture out to nearby towns like Davos.
This morning, after a final breakfast, you'll check out of your hotel and start your homeward journey.
You'll begin your journey by rail, gliding back along the edges of Lakes Wellensee and Zurich, with a quick change of trains at Zurich main station, before arriving into the airport at Zurich for your flight home.
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* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a twin room, subject to availability. Hand baggage only included. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement from £160pp. Deposit £200pp. Upgrade to First Class rail from £100pp. Upgrade to 4-star hotel from £120pp. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Not suitable for those with mobility issues. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd and Fred.Holidays, operator terms and conditions also apply.