Lake Geneva & Golden Pass Tour Extension

Available on our Burgundy, the River Rhône & Provence cruise – see page 58

NEW

FOR 2022

Lake Geneva & Golden Pass Tour Extension

Stay on the elegant shores of Lake Geneva. See picturesque Annecy, cruise the sophisticated Montreux Riviera and experience the thrill of Glacier 3000 and the magnificent Golden Pass, one of the world’s most scenic mountain rail journeys.

Your itinerary

DAY 8 – Annecy

We depart the ship in Lyon and head towards Switzerland. As we leave the city behind for the landscapes of the Haut-Rhone you’ll enjoy some of Europe’s most wonderful scenery. Enjoy some free time and lunch at leisure in the delightful alpine town of Annecy with its quaint cobbled streets and winding canals. We continue our scenic drive, arriving in either Montreux or Lausanne on the edge of spectacular Lake Geneva, the largest lake in Switzerland. (B) + Included Experience – Visit to Annecy

DAY 9 – Chillon Castle & Lausanne

After breakfast we drive to Chillon Castle, the striking medieval fortress dating back to the 12th century. We enjoy a guided tour with a local expert learning more of its fascinating past and exquisite surroundings. Later we embark on a superb lake cruise with lunch to Lausanne, where the afternoon is at leisure. (B, L) + Included Experiences – Guided tour of Chillon Castle, lake cruise with lunch & visit to Lausanne

DAY 10 – Glacier 3000 & the Golden Pass

This morning we head to Col du Pillon and take a memorable cable car ride into this world-famous alpine landscape. Prepare for an onslaught of jawdropping views from all sides as we ascend 3000 metres to Glacier 3000. There’s free time for lunch and to enjoy some of the activities on offer. Later we drive to the smart resort of Gstaad in the heart of the Bernese Oberland to board the magnificent Golden Pass train, one of the world’s greatest rail journeys back to Montreux. (B) + Included Experiences – Visit Glacier 3000 & journey on the Golden Pass train

DAY 11 – Return home

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. (B)

Please note: The tour extension operates on reverse order cruises from Avignon to Lyon only.

Our hand-picked hotels

Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic

This superb hotel is located on the picturesque shores of Lake Geneva, in Montreux.

Hotel Mirabeau

This traditional and elegant hotel is superbly located in the heart of Lausanne just a short walk from the centre and the lake’s shore.

3NIGHTS FROM £799

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Your extension includes

• 3 nights with breakfast in excellently located hotel in either

Montreux or Lausanne

(B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch Prices are per person. For departure dates, prices and flights, please call or visit our website.

YOUR EXPERIENCES • 3 visits including the alpine town of Annecy and Montreux &

Lausanne on Lake Geneva • Guided tour of Chillon Castle • Cruise on Lake Geneva with lunch • Journey on the Golden Pass

Panoramic train • Cable car to Glacier 3000 with option to take the suspension bridge Peak Walk