Alpine Adventure
Itinerary
Discover some of Europe’s most sought-after destinations and experiences on this 14-day train holiday. Explore the picturesque streets of and the magnificent Kölner Dom in Cologne before travelling to Munich and then on to the Alpine haven of Innsbruck. In Salzburg, you’ll have the opportunity to visit Mozart’s birthplace and much more. From there, it’s on to glitzy St. Moritz, where you’ll board the famed Bernina Express for a panoramic, roundtrip journey to Tirano. Take the legendary Glacier Express all the way to Zermatt and marvel at the most photographed mountain in the world: Matterhorn. Experience what life is like from the summit of Jungfraujoch before ending your trip in Basel.

Travel by train from London to Brussels, Brussels to Cologne. On arrival, visit the magnificent Kölner Dom or try the popular Mühlen Kölsch beer in one of the city’s many amazing beer gardens. (Overnight in Cologne)
Accommodation Options

Pullman Cologne

Hilton Cologne

Marriott Hotel Cologne

Mercure Hotel Koeln City Friesenstrasse

Novotel Koeln City

Wasserturm Hotel Cologne, Curio Collection by Hilton

Welcome to Munich! On arrival in the Bavarian capital, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Head out and begin strolling through the picturesque streets to get your bearings. Of course, no visit to Munich is complete without a visit to a beer hall! The Hofbräuhaus am Platzl is undoubtedly the most famous of these, where you can sample some Weisswürste (white sausage) with your beer. (Overnight in Munich)
Accommodation Options

Hotel Bayerischer Hof

Sofitel Munich Bayerpost

Mercure Hotel Muenchen City Center

Le Meridien Munich

Eurostars Book Hotel

Eurostars Grand Central

Today you will take a direct train to the beautiful city of Innsbruck, a scenic Alpine haven surrounded by mountains in the heart of the Tyrol. Enjoy wonderful views of the Austrian countryside along the way. On arrival, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. (Overnight in Innsbruck) B
Accommodation Options

AC Hotel Innsbruck

Spend the day at leisure today exploring stunning Innsbruck. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, Innsbruck has gained a reputation as an impressive Austrian holiday destination due to its fantastic winter sporting events and impressive historical monuments. Visit the Hofkirche Innsbruck or the Goldenes Dachl (Golden Roof), both popular landmarks dedicated to Maximilian I, before indulging in some local cuisine. (Overnight in Innsbruck) B
Accommodation Options

AC Hotel Innsbruck

Board your train to Salzburg. Try the restaurants on the right side of the river around Linzergasse for a real taste of Salzburg. For an adventure into Austrian beer, head to the atmospheric Mullner Brewery, known officially as the Augustiner Braustubel. (Overnight in Salzburg) B
Accommodation Options

Holiday Inn Salzburg City
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Hotel am Mirabellplatz

Boutiquehotel Amadeus

Hotel Mercure Salzburg City

Use your included Salzburg Card to experience all the sightseeing that’s possible throughout the city. Visit the Salzburg Museum, Mozart’s birthplace, Salzburg Zoo, take the cable car to Untersberg, St. Peter’s Monastery, and much more! (Overnight in Salzburg) B
Accommodation Options

Holiday Inn Salzburg City
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Hotel am Mirabellplatz

Boutiquehotel Amadeus

Hotel Mercure Salzburg City

Travel by train to St. Moritz and relax while taking in all the lovely scenery along the way. Upon arrival, the rest of the day and evening can be spent at your leisure. St. Moritz is famous for its champagne climate and glamorous skiing scene. (Overnight in St. Moritz) B
Accommodation Options

Hauser Swiss Quality Hotel St. Moritz

Board the iconic Bernina Express train for your day trip to Tirano. This is the ideal journey for people who want to experience the Bernina Express and Tirano in a short amount of time. Travel over the summit of the Bernina Pass, over Alp Grüm, past Puschlaversee, and over the Brusio spiral viaduct to Tirano. Return to St. Moritz along the same route. (Overnight in St. Moritz) B
Accommodation Options

Hauser Swiss Quality Hotel St. Moritz

Board the Glacier Express from St. Moritz to Zermatt. This incredible route takes you through the three cantons of Valais, Uri and Graubünden. Along the way, you’ll experience amazing panoramic views of the passing landscapes. Relax onboard as the train ride slowly weaves more than 150 miles across 291 bridges and through 92 tunnels in the picturesque Swiss Alps to the foot of the Matterhorn in Zermatt. (Overnight in Zermatt) B
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Schweizerhof Hotel Zermatt

3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat

Best Western Hotel Butterfly

Hotel Bristol Zermatt

Spend today at your leisure discovering this pedestrianized village famed for its landscapes. In the evening, perhaps indulge in some traditional Swiss cuisine such as fondue or raclette. (Overnight in Zermatt) B
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Schweizerhof Hotel Zermatt

3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat

Best Western Hotel Butterfly

Hotel Bristol Zermatt

Take the train to Interlaken. On arrival, make your way to your hotel and check in for two-night stay. Located in between the Jungfrau, Eiger and Mönch mountains, ever-verdant Interlaken boasts incredible scenery and a friendly atmosphere. (Overnight in Interlaken) B
Accommodation Options

Lindner Grand Beau Rivage

Hotel Royal St Georges Interlaken - Mgallery

Climb to Europe's highest altitude railway station on Jungfrau Mountain, at a colossal 11,332 feet high. The journey takes you to Kleine Scheidegg, before reaching the station at Eigergletscher, which is well known for its mountain restaurant and Huskies. At Jungfraujoch, take in the breath-taking views of the Black Forest in Germany and the Vosges Mountains in France. Also enjoy the fascinating glacier and ice gallery at the top. After a spectacular day sightseeing, return to the hotel for the second night of your stay in Interlaken. (Overnight in Interlaken) B
Accommodation Options

Lindner Grand Beau Rivage

Hotel Royal St Georges Interlaken - Mgallery

Travel by train to Basel. Once settled, explore on your own. Why not check out the medieval old town centre's around Marktplatz and the 16th-century Town Hall or 12th-century Gothic cathedral? (Overnight in Basel)
Accommodation Options

Novotel Basel City

Hotel Euler Basel

Steinenschanze Stadthotel

Rheinfelderhof

Der Teufelhof Basel

Schweizerhof Hotel Basel
Check out of your hotel and travel from Basel to Paris by train. Then, board Eurostar in Paris to London. B

Trip Details
Trip Highlights
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See the magnificent Kölner Dom in Cologne
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Explore the picturesque streets of the Bavarian capital of Munich
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Experience the scenic Alpine haven of Innsbruck
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Visit Mozart’s birthplace and St. Peter’s Monastery in Salzburg
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Enjoy the glamorous lifestyle and champagne climate in St. Moritz
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Take in views of the Swiss Alps from the Bernina Express en route to Tirano
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Climb onboard the legendary Glacier Express
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Marvel at the view of Matterhorn in Zermatt
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Travel to the summit of Jungfraujoch for incredible views
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Discover Basel’s medieval old town centre's around Marktplatz
What's Included
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Rail travel as per itinerary
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1 night accommodation with breakfast in Cologne
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1 night accommodation with breakfast in Munich
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2 nights accommodation with breakfast in Innsbruck
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2 nights accommodation with breakfast in Salzburg
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2 nights accommodation with breakfast in St. Moritz
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2 nights accommodation with breakfast in Zermatt
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2 nights accommodation with breakfast in Interlaken
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1 night accommodation with breakfast in Basel
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Salzburg Card
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Seat reservations onboard the Bernina Express
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Seat reservations onboard the Glacier Express
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Day trip to Jungfraujoch