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SWISS ALPS Including 3 Scenic Trains ! August 16 - 25, 2014 Travel with You've been asking for it - so here it is! SWISS ALPS including 3 scenic trains ! August 16 - 25, 2014 Travel with "the Pauls" on this fun-filled, escorted adventure ... on our exclusive 9 day tour through the SWISS ALPS! So many people have requested we repeat our VIPP Adventure on this spectacular route, so especially for you –we have designed the "VIPP SWISS ALPS" ! Dramatic railways, scenic lakes, majestic Alpine mountain, and fairy tale picturesque little villages await! Travel aboard 3 of the most scenic, panoramic trains in the world: The Golden Pass, the Glacier Express and the Bernina Express Route trains ! Matterhorn Alpine Villages Montreux Lucerne Mt. Pilatus August 16 Depart the USA August 17 Arrive in ZURICH (Switzerland) – enjoy some free time to explore this lakeside town on your own. This evening, enjoy a dinner cruise on Lake Zurich and a Traditional Swiss Fondue! (D) Overnight Zurich August 18 Travel aboard the GOLDEN PASS panoramic train to enjoy breathtaking panoramic Alpine mountain views on our way to MONTREAUX, a legendary town on the shores of Lake Geneva. We continue on to the pedestrian village of ZERMATT where we will enjoy two full nights! (B, D) Overnight Zermatt August 19 After a short tour of this town situated at the base of the MATTERHORN, ride the spectacular Gornergrat railway up to the Matterhorn. Later in the day - sit back and spend the rest of the day at leisure to just soak up this magnificent scenery, enjoy a Bratwurst, wine or beer! (B) Overnight Zermatt August 20 Enjoy the natural beauty as we traverse bridges and tunnels while aboard the world famous narrow gauge GLACIER EXPRESS train, the most charming express train in the world, through the heart of the Alps. With forests, streams, deep valleys this is a mountain dream come true on our way to the splendors of St. MORITZ where we will overnight. (B) August 21 Embark on a journey thru the Bernina Pass while traveling on one of the most scenic trains in the world – the BERNINA EXPRESS enroute to Tirano (Italy). Enjoy spectacular views of both the Swiss & Italian Alps and the famed MORTERATSCH GLACIER. Then enjoy a FERRY RIDE across the waters of LAKE COMO’s stunning beauty before arriving at your lakeside hotel. Watch for George Clooney and other famous residents whose chateaus dot the lake! Overnight Lake Como, Italy.. (B, D) August 22 Complete our journey thru the Alps by traveling to LUCERNE (Switzerland).The afternoon is at leisure so maybe walk thru the romantic old town, or simply take in the beautiful scenery. (B) Overnight Lucerne. August 23 Today we explore the “Swiss Paradise on the Lake” with a walking tour of the city that includes the Old Town, Chapel Bridge, famous Water Tower, Lion Monument and more. (B) Overnight Lucerne August 24 Enjoy a leisurely day in Lucerne on your own today, or opt in for one of the optional tours to Mt. Pilatus, the countryside etc. Enjoy a FAREWELL DINNER tonight before bidding adieu to the Alps. (B, D) August 25 Flight back to the USA Or – choose to continue your adventure with an exciting RHINE RIVER Cruise ! Details available. VIPP Tour Includes: All hotel accommodations nightly (1 nt. Zurich, 2 nts. Zermatt, 1 nt. St. Moritz, 1 nt. Lake Como, 3 nts. Lucerne All transportation (air-conditioned motor coach Travel on 3 scenic TRAINS All sightseeing, travel, tours in bold. 12 meals ( 4 dinners – 8 breakfasts) Personally escorted by Tom & Rita Paul – for guaranteed fun! VIPP deluxe: $ 3079 / person (based on DOUBLE OCCUPANCY) (Includes all taxes) SINGLE RATE: $ 400 Additional TRIPLE RATE: Deduct $30 DEPOSIT: $ 400 / person (cash or check only) FINALPAYMENT due: June 1, 2014 Travel Protection / Cancellation waiver – STRONGLY Suggested: $230 / pp Cancel for any reason up to 48 hours before departure. .
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