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Contrasts of

8 days - 7 nights | 1 Country(ies)

$3595 twin share

$620 single supplement

Start date: 03 July 2022 Contrasts of Switzerland

DAY 1: 03 JULY 2022 of the world's most unforgettable rail the sights of this lakeside on your own. Arrive Zurich journeys from the comfort of the Glacier Stroll through the ancient maze of medieval Zurich is our springboard to a spectacular Express. Cross hundreds of bridges and the streets and quiet squares or consider a journey through Switzerland. Explore its mix Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres above sea cruise - enjoying views of the lakeside of ancient heritage and modern verve during level. Enjoy an included lunch on board as villages. your orientation tour before joining your you journey past lakes and glaciers bound Meal(s):Breakfast Travel Director and fellow travellers this for the resort town of Zermatt, at the foothills (s): Warwick evening for a Welcome Reception to launch of the imposing Matterhorn. Enjoy views of your Swiss experience. the at the Ambassador Hotel, one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories'. DAY 6: 08 JULY 2022 Meal(s):Welcome Reception Meal(s):Breakfast, Lunch (2 Hotel(s): Mövenpick Hotel(s): Alpen Resort Nights) Picture-perfect landscapes are our constant DAY 2: 04 JULY 2022 companion as we journey from Geneva DAY 4: 06 JULY 2022 Zurich – St. Moritz along the Golden Pass route. We stop at Our love affair with the snow-capped peaks Zermatt Orientation and Free Time Interlaken in the heart of the , of Switzerland begins on a scenic train Join your Travel Director for an orientation located at the foot of a trio of famous peaks journey via to the stylish resort of St. walk around this -free resort before - the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Spend Moritz, set against the beautiful backdrop of spending the rest of the day on your own, some time at leisure and enjoy superb views Lake St. Moritz. Admire the inspiring natural indulging in the tranquil mountain of the peaks of the . We setting and perhaps travel on one of atmosphere. Consider an Optional follow the Brünig Pass to the lakeside town Switzerland's most spectacular rail routes Experience to the Klein Matterhorn, of Lucerne in , where we across the Bernina pass this afternoon, ascending over snow-capped mountains to will stay for the next two nights. The evening before dining at your hotel tonight. 's highest cable car station. is free to spend as you wish, but you could Meal(s):Breakfast, Dinner Meal(s):Breakfast choose to show off your vocal talents and learn how to yodel during an optional fun- Hotel(s): Reine Victoria packed Swiss folklore show with DAY 5: 07 JULY 2022 dinner. DAY 3: 05 JULY 2022 Zermatt – Geneva Orientation Meal(s):Breakfast We board a train to sophisticated Geneva St. Moritz – Glacier Express – Hotel(s): Astoria where your orientation will include views of Zermatt (2 Nights) the Old Town, Jet d'Eau and the Flower Embrace the glamour and romance of a Clock, paying tribute to the city's centuries- bygone era. the epic alpine old watchmaking traditions. Later, explore landscapes drift past as you chug along one Contrasts of Switzerland

DAY 7: 09 JULY 2022 Lucerne Orientation and Free Time Mountain top peaks surround you as you wander through the medieval streets of Lucerne on an orientation walk. Visit the poignant , built in memory of the who bravely defended Louis XVI during the . View the covered wooden Chapel Bridge spanning the with its decorated wooden panels, which chronicle the history of Lucerne. Later consider an Optional Experience to a nearby mountain peak, or explore the Old Town and shop for delicious . Tonight, we join our Travel Director and fellow travel companions for a Farewell Dinner with wine in a local restaurant. Meal(s):Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

DAY 8: 10 JULY 2022 Lucerne – Depart Zurich We say a fond farewell to Switzerland and newfound friends at the end of a remarkable Swiss holiday. Your Travel Director will give you tickets for the short train journey from Lucerne to , which can be used at your convenience for the onward journey. Meal(s):Breakfast ¬ HIGHLIGHTS ¬

•ORIENTATION of Zurich, St. Moritz, Zermatt, Geneva and Lucerne •VISIT Interlaken

•VIEW the Matterhorn and Jungfrau mountains (weather permitting), the Jet d'Eau in Geneva and the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge in Lucerne

Lauren Baxter & Mary Curtiis ffrom Travell Connecttiion

To Book your spot on this Fantastic Experience, Contact: Lauren Baxter 435-256-8891 [email protected] or Mary Curtis 435-256-8932 [email protected]

TERMS AND CONDITIONS TRIP PRICES – Prices are per person in US Dollars. Free ¬ INCLUDED ¬ WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED IN THE TRIP Vacation Host (TC) space is based on twin-share. Single supplement will be charged if TC is booked in a Single •Excess baggage room. •7 breakfasts SINGLE AND TRIPLE ROOM REQUEST – Trafalgar •Lunches and meals other than specified reserves the right to limit the number of single and triple (if •1 lunch available) rooms per group. •Expenses of personal nature and •3 dinners incidentals at the HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS – All accommodations are subject to availability and subject to change.

•Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing •Transportation, sightseeing and TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN – Travel insurance must be admissions other than specified purchased within 14 days of deposit for full coverage and •Daily breakfast and up to half your can only be purchased up until final payment. Cancellations evening meals •Tips and gratuities ($3-5, or Euro for all non-covered will be compensated in the form equivalent, per day, per person of a Trafalgar travel voucher for use on a future vacation, •Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi less the cost of insurance. Cancellations for all covered suggested for Travel Director and Coach reasons will receive a cash refund which is paid by the in most countries or alternative Driver and $2 per day, per person insurance company. Detailed Insurance coverage & policy transportation (such as rail journeys) can be found at www.trafalgar.com/insurance or contact suggested for Local Experts) Aon Affinity at 866.580.4869. Please read your insurance policy carefully. •Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and •Trafalgar's Travel Protection Plan is not trusted included and can be purchased for an Please be aware that it is in your best interest to purchase the program at time of deposit. Remember, if you purchase •Optional Experiences and free time additional charge, please inquire for the plan within 2 days of your initial trip deposit/payment details you will be covered for pre-existing conditions. The earlier •All porterage and restaurant gratuities effective date will protect you against unforeseen •This list is illustrative and not a complete circumstances that may arise at a later date and the Pre- Existing Condition exclusion. •Must-see sightseeing and surprise list of every item not included. extras PASSPORT AND VISAS – Each guest is responsible for GENERAL INFORMATION AND having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months beyond •An expert Travel Director and the conclusion of their trip; all necessary visas and permits; CONDITIONS and they must comply with entry, health or other professional Driver requirements of the countries visited. Some of our vacations Every endeavor is made to ensure all services are included enter a country more than once; therefore multiple-entry visas •All hotel tips, charges and local taxes as per your quote request, however it is your responsibility to may be required for some countries. The Operators and/or check all inclusions in the itinerary as any items not specified their employees and their agents are not responsible for •High-speed train from Zermatt to will incur supplemental charges. Trafalgar reserves the right passport, visa requirements, entry, health or other to vary itineraries should circumstances dictate, as well as Geneva. requirements of the countries visited or for any loss sustained cancel or reschedule any departure in accordance with by guests for failing to comply with laws, regulations, orders operating requirements, or circumstances beyond its control. and/or requirements of countries visited. •All rail service is reserved in standard The advertised trips require minimum numbers to depart. class. Should these not be met, Trafalgar reserves the right to CHANGE FEE – Upon confirmation of arrangements, any cancel arrangements. voluntary change in any component of the itinerary may result •Glacier Express Train from St. Moritz to in a $50 per person fee (airline penalties and fees, if Additional Terms and Conditions per Trafalgar's standard applicable, will be additional). booking conditions may apply—refer to appropriate Zermatt. brochure. •Golden Pass route train journey from Geneva to Lucerne. •Handcrafted Highlights •VIP entry to many sights