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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to Venice with Glacier and Bernina Express

Zermatt ➡ St. Moritz ➡ Venice ➡ London

Your journey begins onboard the Venice Simplon-OrientExpress from London to Venice

LONDON

English Channel

Travel from Paris to London direct on Eurostar

PARIS

FRANCE

Travel overnight on the Venice Simplon-Orient -Express through stunning Alpine scenery from London to Venice via Paris

KEY 1

Nights stay Flight to UK Glacier Express from Chur to Zermat

Spend 2 nights in Zermatt before returning to Zurich for your flight to the UK

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SWITZ.

CHUR

AUSTRIA

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2 ST. MORITZ TIRANO

G0RNERGRAT

ITALY

VENICE

MILAN

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Day trip to Gornergrat from Zermatt Bernina Express from Tirano to St. Moritz

DAY 1 - YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN ZERMATT

Fly to Zurich, and on arrival take the train from the airport to Zermatt via Visp, enjoying some spectacular scenery en route. Once arrived check-in for a two-night stay. DAY 2 - GORNERGRAT DAY TRIP

At a time of your choosing take a ride up to 3090m above sea level on the historic Gornergrat cog railway. As the train climbs over bridges and through a fragrant forest of fir trees passengers are awarded a spectacular view of the iconic Matterhorn mountain.

DAY 3 - ST. MORITZ

Arrive in St. Moritz following your flight from the UK to Zurich then a train ride from Zurich to Chur and crossing over the Landwasser Viaduct. Upon arrival, check into your hotel for a two-night stay. Beyond the slopes, St. Moritz offers visitors plenty of attractions. With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, it is a fabulous destination for cultural tourism and sightseeing regardless of the season.

DAY 4 - ST. MORITZ

Why not take a scenic day trip in the Graubünden region on your own or ride the local funicular to Piz Nair? If you’d rather simply relax and enjoy the town, spend some time strolling around the gorgeous lake or dining in one of the many restaurants.

DAY 5 - BERNINA EXPRESS TO VENICE

Climb aboard the famous Bernina Express train from St. Moritz through the Swiss Alps as it makes its way to Tirano. From Tirano, catch a local train to Milan then a high-speed train to magical Venice. Along the way, you’ll experience why this journey is loved by so many travellers. DAY 6 - VENICE

Begin exploring this romantic city full of history and culture. Enjoy a ride on a Gondola and admire the city’s architecture from the water.

9 DAYS

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HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

• One night aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-

Express in a private Twin Cabin • Seat reservations on the Glacier and Bernina

Express trains • 8 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • Day trip on the Gornergrat cog railway • Small group tour of the Doges Palace and Golden

Basilica in Venice • Small group walking tour in Venice • Zurich to UK airfare

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Venice - Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli & Gran Canal St. Moritz - Hauser Swiss Quality Hotel Zermatt - Schweizerhof Hotel

Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

DAY 7 - VENICE

After breakfast spend a full day discovering the gems of Venice with a small group tour of the ancient Doges Palace, then the priceless treasure that is the Golden Basilica. DAY 8 VENICE SIMPLON - ORIENT EXPRESS

Take your included transfer from your hotel in Venice to the train station and board the luxurious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for your overnight journey to London! Enjoy a delicious lunch and a welcome cocktail as the train passes through beautiful landscapes. Have your afternoon tea before being shown to your private compartment and in the evening, you will be served a wonderful four course dinner. Retire to your cabin, now transformed into a cosy bedroom, for a good night’s rest DAY 9 YOUR HOLIDAY ENDS IN LONDON

You’ll continue your journey onboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in the morning and afternoon and then arrive in London.

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