b'LandmarkFeel on top of the world on a fantastic exploration of the breathtaking Swiss Alps, travelling on mountain9 DAYS from 3,699pprailways and indulging in five-star luxury. 3,499 ppYOUR ITINERARYBaselDay 1. London to the picture-perfect Alsace town of ColmarTO/FROM Boarding the Eurostar, we travel to Paris and then continue by rail to Colmar.PARIS SWITZERLANDAfter checking in to our hotel, there is time to wander this picture-book town.1 FROM COLMAR Brienz Rothorn Day 2. A morning to explore Colmar and onwards to Grindelwald RailwayAfter a free morning, we travel by First Class rail to Grindelwald, passing the shores of Lake Thun enroute. In Grindelwald, our five-star hotel welcomes usInterlaken Brienzwith views of iconic peaksthe ideal setting for an all-inclusive holiday. Schynige Platte 7 GrindelwaldDay 3. Panoramic views from Grindelwald First mountain JungfraujochToday we board a cable car for a scenic journey to the summit of Grindelwald First mountain. Ascending in the sky gondola reveals panoramas of the magnificent Alps. At the top we have great views across the snow-dappledWHATS INCLUDED:peaks of the Eiger, Mnch and Jungfrau, swathes of forests and far-off villages. 8 nights 4 & 5-Star hotel Day 4. A free day to explore stunning Swiss scenery accommodation With a scenic paradise on our doorstep and a charming village and a railway Eurostar Plusstation only a few feet from our accommodation, you have plenty of options First Class rail travelon this free day. You could take a train to the town of Spiez, set beside Lakewhere availableThun, known for its handsome medieval castle. Alternatively, you could enjoy All rail, cruise and coach travel beautiful views on a cable car trip to nearby Mnnlichen. throughout your tourExpertise of a UK Tour ManagerDay 5. To the Top of Europe on the Jungfrau Railway from start to finishA trip to the Top of Europe on the Jungfrau Railway is set to be a highlightEurostar light mealsof our holiday today. We set out on a remarkable journey to Jungfraujoch,Breakfast and dinner each day,Europes highest train station and, at the top, the vistas are awe-inspiring. The6 picnic lunches Aletsch Glacier stretches as far as the eye can see and we have exclusive entryBeer, wine and soft drinks each day to the interior of the Ice Palace, carved inside the glacier with ice sculptures. with dinner in GrindelwaldDay 6. Schynige Platte Railway and the Alpine Botanical Garden Swiss Travel Card, permittingWe travel on the Schynige Platte Railway to the Alpine Botanical Garden today.50% discounted fares on freeTravelling in an open-coach cog railway through alpine meadows on our waydays for rail, boat and most up, we soak up views of Jungfrau Mountain. At the summit, there is free timemountain railway journeysin the Alpine Botanical Garden. It has around 800 different species of alpineAll guided tours and excursionsflora including the legendary edelweiss flower, a symbol of the Swiss Alps.Day 7. Brienz-Rothorn Mountain Railway and scenic lake cruise Tour Code: GIS| per person based onAnother scenic rail journey takes us to Interlaken, a town set between two2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers lakes and surrounded by mountains. This beautiful location sets the stagefrom 350.for the rest of our day. We head to Brienz, for a steam-hauled ascent of the2025 Departures: Brienzer Rothorn mountain above turquoise Lake Brienz. The cog railway journey is magical, with views of the Emmental Alps. Free time at the summitMAY, JUN, AUG, SEP, OCTis followed by a scenic cruise back to Interlaken, on a traditional boat. Day 8. Exploring the Jungfrau massif at leisure Everyday Traveller RatedToday is a chance to explore with your Swiss Travel Card. One option is a1 2 3 4rail trip to Mrren for the cable car to the summit of the Schilthorn. Other appealing locations include Bern, Montreux, or Lucerne.Secure your place nowDay 9. Homeward bound with a 750pp depositThis morning, we leave Grindelwald to begin our First Class journey, via BaselFor more information on to Paris, where we join the Eurostar back to London, recalling the wonderful sights we have witnessed on our Swiss holiday. dates and prices,visit greatrail.com/GISSWITZERLAND 17'