Glacier Express Christmas Magic
Glacier Express Christmas Magic
Glacier Express Christmas Magic
6 Days Starting in london and ending in London, UK
Visiting: London, Interlaken, Bern, Lake Thun, Bernina Express, Lucerne, Rigi
Tour operator:
Tour code:
regxx
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
From:
$2662 (USD)NB: Prices correct on 20-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
Join us this holiday season on the journey of a lifetime as we glide through the heart of the snowy Swiss Alps on the world’s slowest express train, the Glacier Express. Lose yourself in the magical festivities and enjoy a Christmas like no other, taking in the wintery scenery aboard a Lake Thun cruise and the breathtaking views of the Alps on Europe’s first-ever cogwheel railway to the top of Mount Rigi. The popular sites are popular for a reason – they’re stunningly beautiful, and are truly worth the visit. Whilst spending the holiday season in this wonderful land, enjoy traditional Swiss dishes, including their Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinners. We have plenty of time to enjoy the local celebrations along with several additional excursions, complementing our Glacier Express journey. Relax in the beautiful resort of Interlaken, with a special horse-drawn carriage trip along the famous Hohematte, on this incredible festive tour you’ll never forget!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Dec 23 London St. Pancras International – Interlaken
Location: London, Interlaken
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Carlton Europe Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
We journey from London St. Pancras International to Paris by Eurostar and join connecting trains to Interlaken. Our hotel is within walking distance from the station where we check in and enjoy a relaxing evening.
Day 2 : Christmas Eve Bern And Lake Thun Cruise
Location: Bern, Lake Thun
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Carlton Europe Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we travel by train to Bern, the beautiful capital of Switzerland, which enchants visitors with its high-quality lifestyle and unique atmosphere.
Must-see sights include: an ornate clock tower, the Gothic cathedral rising above the old town, panoramic views at the rose garden, and numerous fountains scattered around the city. Next, we take the train to Thun for a cruise on Lake Thun. Enjoy the winter scenery when we return to Interlaken by train for a traditional Swiss Christmas Eve dinner, followed by mulled wine and dressing the Christmas tree.
Day 3 : Christmas Day Interlaken
Location: Interlaken
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Carlton Europe Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Merry Christmas! Horse-drawn carriages are a special feature of Interlaken, so we have included a ride along the famous Höhematte to the old town centre. Take in the most popular sights before returning to our hotel to enjoy a special Christmas dinner.
Day 4 : Boxing Day The Glacier Express
Location: Bernina Express
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Carlton Europe Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a world of winter mountain scenery as we travel by train to Chur and board the legendary Glacier Express to Brig. This amazing railway journey takes us through the alpine heart of Switzerland, passing through tunnels and across bridges. You will want to keep your camera at the ready throughout our journey to capture this stunning winter landscape of frosty mountain forests and glittering alpine meadows blanketed in freshly fallen snow. This is the perfect way to spend Boxing Day. We travel by train back to Interlaken where we enjoy dinner this evening.
Day 5 : Dec 27 Lucerne And Mount Rigi
Location: Lucerne, Rigi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Carlton Europe Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We join the GoldenPass Line to the picturesque city of Lucerne today, including a visit to the Chapel Bridge with the water tower – the landmark of Lucerne and the most photographed monument in Switzerland. After a couple of hours to enjoy the sights, we take a boat trip on Lake Lucerne and then join the cogwheel railway up Mount Rigi, which offers breathtaking views across the Alps with Lake Lucerne below. We travel by train back to Interlaken and enjoy dinner at the hotel this evening.
Day 6 : Dec 28 Interlaken - London St. Pancras International
Location: Interlaken, London
Meals Included: Breakfast
We depart in the morning, retracing our route to Paris by train where our Eurostar connection returns us to London St. Pancras International.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Fully Guided
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International Travel
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for five nights at the Carlton Europe Hotel.
Check out our Q&As
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Fully escorted by our experienced drivers/crews. And in most towns and cities we either include or offer optional sightseeing tours with expert local guides to help you get the most from your visits.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Some tours carry a supplement for solo travellers, please ask for details if the Single price is not shown
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Dates & Availability
Monday - Saturday
Dec 23, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
Leger Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of leger holidays charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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