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14 Days Switzerland, Austria & Prague Tour Package
Sit back and take in the spectacular scenery from large picture windows as we travel in first class aboard the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St Moritz. This breathtaking triumph of engineering takes us from the southwest to the east of Switzerland, crossing more than 291 bridges and passing through 91 tunnels. We traverse some of the country’s most inaccessible mountains with an ease that medieval pilgrims would have considered an act of God. Itinerary Day 1 - Dpart Home Fly to Switzerland. Day 2 - Zurich Check into hotel and take a leisurely stroll along Bahnhofstrasse, considered the most beautiful shopping street in the world. Join your fellow travellers at a welcome reception and dinner. Hotel: Hotel Ascot Meals: Dinner Day 3,4 - Luzern Drive to Luzern. Visit Interlaken, Grindelwald, and Jungfraujoch on the train. Hotel: Hotel Palace Day 5,6 - Zermatt Drive to Zermatt, a quaint village at the base of the Matterhorn. Visit the neighbouring town of Täsch. Enjoy a picnic and wine tasting on a leisurely walking tour. Hotel: Hotel Alex Day 7 - St. Mortiz Board the Glacier Express to St. Moritz. Travel in first class through the unspoiled landscape rich in ancient forests, peaceful Alpine meadows, rushing mountain streams and mountain valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. Hotel: Hotel Crystal Day 8,9 - Salzburg Stop in Innsbruck to see Annasäule (St. Anna’s Column) and the 19thcentury Town Hall, before continuing to Salzburg. Stroll in Mozart’s footsteps on a walking tour of the city. Hotel: Hotel Sheraton Day 10,11- Vienna Visit Melk Abbey, an historic Austrian Benedictine abbey and one of the world’s most famous monastic sites. Continue to Vienna, a city of music, cafes, waltzes, parks, and pastries. Savour a slice of Sachertorte at a traditional Viennese coffee house. Tour the attic of St Stephan's cathedral and visit Artstetten castle. Hotel: Hotel Radisson SAS Day 12,13 - Prague Embark on your first-class train to Prague, the City of a Thousand Spires. See historic sights, such as Prague Castle, Old Town Hall, the Astronomical Clock, Charles Bridge and Pinkas Synagogue. Hotel: Hotel Grand Bohemia Day 14 - Arrive Home Meals: Breakfast Trip Highlights
Luxury Hotels Hotel Ascot On the banks of the River Limmat, surrounded by stunning alpine landscapes, lies the charming city of Zürich. Situated at the heart of the city's business and financial centre, the Hotel Ascot offers the perfect place to stay, whether on business or pleasure. Dine at Lawrence's Restaurant and awaken your appetite to delicious oriental and Mediterranean cuisine. Superbly located, only a few minutes walk from the shores of the tranquil Lake Zürich and the famous Bahnhofstrasse, the Ascot warmly welcomes its guests. The Palace Luzern, a five-star hotel in the deluxe category, is situated on the shores of Lake Luzern, framed by an idyllic alpine landscape and five minutes away from Old Town. Hospitality, a luxurious ambience and a century of hotel tradition are the keywords of this hotel. This large Belle Epoque 1906 hotel by the lake is one of the best in Switzerland, maintaining a regal air and a stiffly formal welcome. It has two towers and a mansard roof. The lobby has Ionic columns, high ceilings, and a massive chandelier. Each of the spacious guest rooms has an individual decor and is filled with luxuries and conveniences. The hotel contains many luxury extras such as splendid carpeting, sitting areas, and commodious bathrooms beautifully styled and equipped. Equipment: individually furnished rooms and suites. Restaurant, sauna, whirlpool, steam-bath, tepidarium, indoor swimming pool, indoor tennis and squash court, lounge-cocktail bar, meeting room, children's playing elephant JOYA. The ambiance of the 'Alex' reminds you of a luxurious cottage. The classic chalet hides world of surprises: well-turned furniture, rich curtains, velvet cushions, exquisite wood-carved works and valuable paintings of the Matterhorn as well as a bunch of playful details which create a passionate atmosphere of cosiness and comfortableness. The vast Alex lounge-bar with its niches 'Highlander' and 'Scottish Corner is the right place to enjoy the impressive choice of single malt whiskys and cigars. A short walk from the Corviglia cogwheel train, this large white-painted building looks oddly futuristic compared to the 19th-century structures around it. The interior combines comfortable alpine rusticity of knotty-pine Engadine-style cabinets and ceiling beams with wall-to-wall carpeting and informal furniture. All the midsize bedrooms are accented with either Swiss pine or walnut paneling. A cavernous 350 sq. m (3,767-sq.-ft.) fitness centre was added in the basement of the hotel. The lobby and some of the rooms have also been enlarged, although the rustic alpine decor is still intact. Adjacent to the magnificent Mirabell Garden and directly connected to the Salzburg Congress Centre, the Sheraton Salzburg Hotel offers comfortable surroundings and friendly service. Jog or walk along the scenic river Salzach nearby, stretch out at the fitness facility, or relax in the sauna. Come together and share the day’s adventure over dinner at one of the three restaurants. Relax in the privacy of your own guest room. Or make it a leisurely night by ordering dinner in. With our central location, The Sheraton Salzburg Hotel is a great venue for congresses, meetings, presentations, and events. Hotel Radisson SAS The Radisson SAS Palais Hotel is superbly located in the centre of the Austrian capital. Just a short distance away by foot, you will find famous attractions such as the State Opera, the Stephansdom and Vienna's fashionable shopping district. At the end of the 20th century the two former palaces were carefully incorporated into today's elegant 5 star hotel, offering all modern facilities and amenities. The hotel is situated only 15 minutes to all 3 of the main railway stations and only 20 minutes from the Vienna International Airport. The Grand Hotel Bohemia is a distinguished first class hotel completely refurbished with the atmosphere of Old Prague outside and the amenities of the 20th century inside. Located in downtown Prague, the hotel sits next to the Powder Gate at the start of the famous Royal Road and is within walking distance of Wenceslas Square and the Old Town Hall. Save time, money and stress! For reservations: Fill out the vacation planner to be contacted by our Switzerland vacation specialist. Contact: Travelwizard.com 9/08 |
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