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Travel 55 offer you discount on Shearings holidays and tours
To book, call Shearings direct on 0844 824 3535 and quote S9990 for the Travel 55 discount price


Swiss Alpine Discovery
9 Day Coach Tour - 5% Discount

Tour Highlights
• Popular resort of Grindelwald • Charming Meiringen • Pretty Interlaken • Beautiful lakeside Lucerne
Lake Thun

Enjoy breathtaking scenery and marvel at some of Switzerland's most famous mountains on this spectacular alpine tour. Discover some of the most popular resorts in the stunning Bernese Oberland, before relaxing in the beautiful city of Lucerne.

Holiday Itinerary


DAY 1: UK to Reims

Dover, Calais, then an overnight stay in Reims.


DAY 2: Reims to Grindelwald
We continue towards Switzerland, reaching Grindelwald for a four night stay at the 4* Hotel Kreuz & Post, which is located right in the heart of Grindelwald, nestled between impressive giant cliffs and sunny mountain meadows. (B,D)


DAY 3: Meiringen
Today we travel to the charming resort of Meiringen, set in the heart of the Bernese Alps. Famous for the Reichenbach Falls, where Sherlock Holmes and his arch enemy fell to their deaths in English literature. Why not pay a visit to the world's first authentic replica of the living-room of Sherlock Holmes in Bakerstreet 221b or enjoy shopping along the main street. (B,D).

 

DAY 4: Grindelwald
Free time to relax and enjoy the dramatic scenery in Grindelwald or enjoy the facilities of your hotel. Grindelwald boasts an idyllic position on the slopes of the Schwarze Lütschine Valley. Join our optional excursion on the Jungfraujoch. The Jungrau railway runs through the heart of the mountains and up to the highest train station in Europe offering unbelievable views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. (B,D).

 

DAY 5: Interlaken
Today we travel north to Interlaken, as the name suggests, Interlaken is sited between the lakes. Its position at the foot of the mighty Eiger, Jungfrau and Mönch mountains has made it an essential visit of Swiss Alpine holidays for decades. Enjoy a walk along the 'Höheweg', which is Interlaken's main promenade and boasts many shops and boutiques, as well as colourful flowers and attractive parkland. Take our optional train ride to the top of the famous Schilthorn where you can enjoy amazing panoramic views of the surrounding snow-capped mountains. (B,D)


DAY 6: Grindelwald to Lucerne
We leave Grindelwald and head to Lucerne for a two night stay at the 3* Hotel Seeburg, located on the banks of Lake Lucerne. Today you have free time to relax in Lucerne. Enjoy an optional guided sightseeing tour of Lucerne or relaxing boat cruise. (B,D).


DAY 7: Lucerne
Enjoy leisure time in Lucerne, set on the Lake with the same name, with its medieval buildings, quaint narrow streets, sparkling fountains and pavement cafès. Take an optional three passes tour where you can sit back relax and take in the impressive scenery. (B,D).

 

DAY 8: Lucerne to Reims
To Reims for our overnight stay. (B,D)


DAY 9: Reims to UK
Calais, Dover then home. (B)

 

Optional Excursions • Scenic Jungfrau railway • Famous Schilthorn railway • Guided sightseeing in Lucerne • Relaxing cruise on Lake Lucerne



Swiss Alpine Discovery
2012 Departures - Tour Code ECCHAAC

• 8 nights, daily breakfast, 7 dinners

• 2 excursions

• Touring itinerary

• Departs: Saturday

Dep code A


Shearings Brochure Price in Black

Travel 55 Discount Price in Red
Quote Travel 55 Ref: S9990 + Tour Code

June 2
£899
£855
August 11
£1029
£978
June 16
£929
£883
August 25
£949
£902
June 30
£999
£950
September 15
£939
£893
July 7
£1019
£969
September 29
£929
£883
July 21
£1029
£978
 

 

Supplement Single Room £189
Prices shown are per person based on two people sharing a standard room.

 

 

To book, call Shearings direct on 0844 824 3535
and quote S9990 for the Travel 55 discounted price

All holidays subject to availability and to Shearings trading charter