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NEW Alpine Chocolate & Cheese

Hotel Central-Résidence

DESTINATION ITINERARY Day 1 Arrival in Leysin We travel southwards through Europe and cross the border into to arrive in the town of Leysin and check into the hotel. Day 2 & Vineyards 84km Today we explore the towns and villages around Lake Geneva. Firstly, we head to the picturesque town of . Take a gentle stroll around the town and along Lavaux. ©Switzerland Tourism - BAFU By-Line swiss-image.ch Marcus Gyger the lake shore to marvel at the views across the lake. Our next destination is the Lavaux vineyards, where we will PACKAGED ITINERARIES PACKAGED enjoy a wine tasting at the outstanding Vinorama. Lavaux includes more than a dozen villages, among 6 DAYS from only £299 them the lakeside district capital of Cully and hillside villages such as and . We then return along the lake shore to the elegant town of , Hotel Central-RésidenceNEW made famous by its yearly jazz festival, where there will Leysin, Valais be ample free time to explore the promenade or make SWITZERLAND use of the cable car to enjoy the excellent views. NO SINGLE Day 3 Leysin SUPPLEMENT BREATHTAKING We enjoy a day at leisure in Leysin. Wander around FOR SINGLE VIEWS this mountain village or relax using the hotel facilities. ROOMS For those wishing to go further afield, the Berneuse Gruyères (Choc Train) Cable Car is only a short distance from the hotel, The modern exterior of this 3 star hotel belies an interior which takes you up to the summit of the mountain for Lavaux with several cosy areas decorated in traditional Swiss style. Vinorama perfect views of Geneva and Mont Blanc on a clear day. The hotel has a large reception and bar/lounge area with Lake Geneva There is also an excellent value bus service that runs plenty of space for groups. The restaurant is also decorated Montreux (Choc train) Leysin regularly around the village to aid access, so we in a traditional wooden décor with a terrace allowing recommend that this is the driver's day off. outstanding views across the whole valley. Each of the 108 Day 4 Swiss Chocolate Train 34km bedrooms is decorated in a traditional wooden style with This morning we make our journey to Montreux to facilities including hairdryer and TV, and many have views over the valley. The hotel also has extensive leisure facilities board our train for the highlight of our stay. The famous Chamonix Swiss Chocolate Train winds its way through the including an indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room. majestic mountain countryside of western Switzerland to Ground 12 Lift 17 15 Bar the lovely town of Gruyères, celebrated for its cheese Floor Rooms production. En route, we enjoy a refreshing morning coffee and croissant before arriving in Gruyères. We 13 Restaurant 16 Free Onsite enjoy visits to the fabulous Gruyères Castle and Gruyères cheese factory before having some free time to explore the town. In the afternoon, we continue onwards to the headquarters of Nestlé, in Broc. Here we 6 Days Half Board FREE BAR visit the famous ‘World of Chocolate’, where the makers provide us with an insight into their history and 01 MAY 2014 – 20 OCTOBER 2014 methods through a short film and factory visit, Twin from £299.00 to £349.00 topped off with some chocolate sampling. No Single Supplement (Max 4) Day 5 Chamonix 92km Today, we head across the border to Chamonix via the Additional rooms Double for Sole Use Upgrade your stay beautiful mountain road giving us outstanding views as Based on Sunday arrivals to a free bar or inclusive package we cross the mountains. This chic mountain resort is from only £54 per person per stay. excellent, and there are several opportunities for For more details, please see our sightseeing including a cable car up the Aiguille du Midi Inclusions website or contact our Sales Team for amazing views of Mont Blanc or the more leisurely • Return short sea crossings glacier railway. Alternatively, why not relax in one of • 5 nights half board the cafés, and enjoy the views of the valley all around. • Porterage After free time here, we re-board our coach for the • Welcome aperitif Distances – Ports to Leysin return journey to our hotel. • Choice of menu Calais/Dunkirk 814/823km Day 6 Depart • Tea/coffee after dinner After breakfast it is time to say goodbye to the fresh • Free use of leisure facilities Hook of Holland/Rotterdam 950/919km mountain air of Switzerland and begin our journey back • Entrance & wine tasting at Lavaux Vinorama Zeebrugge 832km to the UK. • Return journey on Swiss Chocolate Train including a coffee & croissant Amsterdam 952km Distances are one way and approximate • Entrance to Gruyères Castle Distances are one way and approximate • Entrance to Gruyères cheese factory • Entrance to Nestlé factory, presentation & sample of chocolate

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