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CYCLING ALONG THE GOLDENPASS LINE BY REGULAR BIKE OR ELECTRIC BIKE 9 DAYS/ 8 NIGHTS

DAILY DEPARTURES FROM MAY 2 TO OCTOBER 18, 2020

Discover the beauty and wonderful contrasts of on a relaxed cycling holiday that follows the famous Golden Pass railway line. Travel through blissful Alpine pastures and pretty villages with magnificent views of many lakes and mountains.

ITINERARY

DAY 1 SWITZERLAND Arrival at a Swiss airport and transfer by rail to Montreux. Afternoon at leisure. Enjoy this famous lakeside town on the shores of Lake . Accommodation: Montreux/Vevey for 1 night

DAY 2 MONTREUX/VEVEY – GRUYÈRES / CHARMEY From Montreux cycle to neighboring Vevey to take the rack railway up to Mont-Pèlerin thus avoiding a steep ascent. Tranquil roads lead from here to the region that produces the famous Gruyère cheese. (B)

Distance traveled: 40KM Accommodation: Charmey for 1 night

DAY 3 CHARMEY – GSTAAD (40 KM) Your ride through Saanenland will be accompanied by the sound of cowbells, as the area is dominated by the milk and cheese trade. Narrow roads lead through an authentic and typical Swiss region with fantastic views towards the high peaks of the Alps. (B) Accommodation: Gstaad / Saanen for 1 night

DAY 4 GSTAAD – LAKE THUN (40 - 50 KM) You will always have the option of taking the train today as the famous Golden Pass train line more or less follows the same route. Riding through the Simmental with its artfully decorated wooden houses will leave you with impressions of a picture postcard region. Take the boat from Spiez to . (B) Accommodation: Interlaken for 2 nights

DAY 5 LAKE THUN – AT LEISURE Some leisure time to explore this picturesque region. Enjoy a leisurely cruise on the lake, visit famous peaks such as the Jungfraujoch or Schilthorn or chose one of the many signposted hiking rails the region is so famous for. (B)

DAY 6 LAKE THUN – LAKE (55 KM) From here follow the southern shores of Lake Brienz. There are some steep climbs en route. If time allows enjoy a stop in Meiringen famous for its Sherlock Holmes Museum, the Reichenbach falls and its meringue. From here take the train to avoid the steepest climb over the Brünig pass. (B) Accommodation: in for 1 night

DAY 7 – (35 KM) Follow the shores of Lake Sarnen towards Mount , Lucerne’s house mountain. At its foot you will have reached the shores of and can cycle along its shore, bay after bay, towards Lucerne. (B) Accommodation: Lucerne for 2 nights

DAY 8 LUCERNE Mountain excursions, lake cruises, city tours, museum visits – there is a multitude of activities available in this popular lakeside resort. (B)

DAY 9 LUCERNE Rail transfer to airport and return journey home. (B)

INCLUSIONS

 8 night accommodation in selected hotel category with daily breakfast  Rail journey from your starting point in Switzerland to Montreux and from Lucerne back to airport in economy class  Bike rental - 24 gear  Boat ride Spiez- Interlaken  Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel  Swiss coupon pass*  Detailed itinerary and travel documents including a guide book and map

Not included: Flights - optional excursions - meals - local city taxes to be paid on the spot - travel insurances -anything not mentioned in the above “inclusions” section.

Swiss Coupon Pass Let you be regaled in a great selection of restaurants, discover touristic corners and attractions of Switzerland and experience genuine Swiss traditions during various sightseeing trips. With the Swiss Coupon Pass you experience the diversity of Switzerland and profit from “2 for 1”offers and other great discounts in 11 different destinations (representing a total value of over CHF 1’800 in different discounts). Let yourself be inspired by our broad selection of offers which will accompany you on your trip through Switzerland. Destinations: | | Geneva | Interlaken| Lucerne | Lugano | Montreux | St. Gallen | St. Moritz | Zermatt | Zurich

PRICE IN CAD, PER PERSON FOR THE LAND ONLY 3* accommodation Double Single Period May 2nd-15th $2869 $3670 Oct 10th-18th Standard room May 16th –Jun 14th $2949 $3749 Aug 29th –Sep 10th Sept 11th – Oct 9th On request On request * Jun 15th–Aug 28th $3055 $3859 PRICE IN CAD, PER PERSON FOR THE LAND ONLY 4* accommodation Double Single Period May 2nd-15th $3305 $4279 Oct 10th-18th Standard room May 16th –Jun 14th $3435 $4409 Aug 29th –Sep 10th * Jun 15th–Aug 28th $3520 $4495

* Close out dates from July 1 – July 20 due to Montreux Jazz Festival

UPGRADE AND OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS SUPPLEMENTS Per person in Cad Upgrade to first class rail travel $49 Upgrade to E-Bike $290 Meet and greet service and transfer () $40 Optional excursion to Jungfraujoch (starting from Interlaken OST) $195 (Jan-May/Sep- Oct) $215 (Jun-Aug) (starting from Lucerne) $80 Superior Package – Enhance your stay by upgrading to superior hotel On request categories depending on location 3* up to 5*

**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment.