Zurich

Fly direct from Teesside to Zurich before journeying by trai to Weggis, where you will stay for the next three nights at the 4* Hotel Rössli Gourmet & Spa. 

Weggis is a charming, picturesque vacation spot nestled along the shores of Lake Lucerne and at the base of the famous Rigi mountain. It provides a serene and relaxing escape with stunning views of both the lake and the surrounding mountains.

Travel to Lucerne by train and explore the city known as the gateway to central Switzerland. 

Sited on Lake Lucerne, you can enjoyed the impressive mountain panorama before taking a relaxing lake cruise to Brunnen. Brunnen lies directly on beautiful Lake Lucerne, located on the corner of the lake with stunning views to the Gotthard peaks.

Mount Rigi, known as the “Queen of the Mountains” or the “Swiss Family Mountain,” provides breathtaking 360˚ views of the surrounding peaks, including Mount Pilatus, as well as stunning vistas of 13 lakes and expansive mountain ranges. There’s something for everyone on Mount Rigi: hike the scenic trails, relax at the mineral baths in Rigi Kaltbad, or savor a meal at one of the many restaurants. 

You will travel on the Luzern–Interlaken Express, known as one of the top panoramic train routes in Switzerland taking in crystal clear mountain lakes that gather the waters from rivers and waterfalls.  

You’ll then journey to Grindelwald, where you’ll stay for the next four nights at the 4* Hotel Sunstar Grindelwald and where you’ll be able to enjoy direct views of the imposing Eiger north face.

Today is a free day to explore the area and take advantage of the Swiss Travel Pass.  Free day in Bernese Oberland to discover Grindelwald and the surrounding area making use of the mountain railways discounts available with the Swiss Travel Pass. 

Take an included day trip to Interlaken for some exploration, followed by a cruise on Lake Thun to the quaint city of Thun. 

 Interlaken is nestled between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz and known for its range of adventure sports available here and its many top excursion destinations. Lake Thun is particularly popular for boat trips, sailing and surfing. A cruise on Lake Thun is an experience and relaxation at the same time: giving views of  the peaks of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.

Today is a free day to explore the area on an optional excursion to the Jungfraujoch Top of Europe. 

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Travel to Jungfraujoch which provides incredible views with on one side, the Mittelland spreads out and offers a view as far as the Black Forest and the Vosges, while on the other, the Aletsch Glacier, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, comes into view, bordered by 4,000m peaks.

Fly direct from Teesside to Zurich before journeying to Klosters, where you will stay for the next seven nights at the 4* Hotel Sunstar. 

Klosters blends the allure of a celebrated Alpine resort—frequented by King Charles—with the charm of an untouched Graubünden village. This picturesque village, with its quaint chalet-style architecture, provides a tranquil retreat after your mountain adventures.

Today is a free day to explore the area and take advantage of the Swiss Travel Pass. Maybe take a train journey to Chur, the oldest town in Switzerland. Visit the Old Town with its cosy cafés and wide range of shopping opportunities, as well as museums and galleries. 

Crossing the Alps in the Bernina Express is certainly one of the most spectacular ways to do it. Along the way to Tirano, the Bernina Express rolls over the 65-metre-high Landwasser Viaduct, the signature structure of the Rhaetian Railway and the UNESCO World Heritage site.

Today is a free day to explore the area and take advantage of the Swiss Travel Pass., maybe explore neighbouring Davos, the highest town in the Alps. There are many activities to suit everyone including wellness and relaxation, adventure, shopping, hiking, and swimming in Lake Davos.

Travel by train to St. Moritz, one of the most famous resorts in the world. Chic, elegant and exclusive with a cosmopolitan ambiance, St. Moritz boasts top-class restaurants while Lake St. Moritz offers a great place to relax surrounded by mountains to enjoy the sunshine and watch people fishing, windsurfing, and sailing. 

Travel on from Filisur to Andermatt on the the iconic Glacier Express, the slowest express train in the world which takes you through the heart of Switzerland. Highlights include The Oberalp Pass, the highest point on the line at 2,033 metres above sea level and the Rhine Gorge with impressively steep cliffs and spectacular rock formations. 

A free day to explore the area and take advantage of the Swiss Travel Pass , maybe explore Klosters and the surrounding Davos Klosters mountains including Parsenn Klosters, Jakobshorn and Madrisa.