INTERLAKEN PRE/POST TOUR

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1 INTERLAKEN PRE/POST TOUR Discover Interlaken and surroundings Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, is the starting point for numerous activities. By the beginning of the 19th century Interlaken in the Bernese Oberland had already become renowned for its impressive mountain scenery. Famous contemporaries such as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Felix Mendelssohn traveled in these mountains. Interlaken's success as a tourist destination was further enhanced by the completion of the Bernese Oberland Railway in 1890 and the Jungfrau Railway in As a vacation destination and convention location of international importance, Interlaken is an ideal starting point for countless excursions. Over 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chair lifts and ski lifts lead to 200 kilometers of slopes and a dense network of hiking trails. Excursion ships, including historic paddle steamers, ply the waters of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. 1

2 HOTELS Hotel Interlaken 4* This family owned four-star hotel has a unique ambiance and is situated next to the Japanese garden. Here you can relax in a pleasant atmosphere in the heart of Interlaken. The hotel is conveniently located on Höheweg just a 5-minute walk to the Congress Center, as well as to the Interlaken East train station, which serves as the starting point for all excursions in the Jungfrau region. In the restaurant Taverne, they serve a broad variety of fine Swiss specialties and international dishes. Relax on the terrace and enjoy the view of the Japanese garden, or treat yourself in our Kloster Lounge & Bar, where are served cocktails, beer from the region and selected wines. HOTEL INTERLAKEN 4* From to => Standard Single room CHF / person / room => Standard Twin/Double room CHF / person / room => Standard Triple room CHF / person / room => Standard Twin/Double room for single use CHF / person / room => Buffet Breakfast Included => Supplement for City tax Included 2

3 HOTELS Hotel Victoria Jungfrau 5*L The 5-star VICTORIA-JUNGFRAU Grand Hotel & Spa is situated in the scenic heart of Switzerland. It enjoys a privileged and picturesque location, between two beautiful lakes and at the foot of the eternally snow-capped Jungfrau. Opened in 1865, the hotel combines the style and sophistication of yesteryear with the most modern comforts and conveniences of the 21st century. Discerning clientele are assured an appealing ambience of easygoing elegance. The hotel comprises 212 luxury guest rooms, of which 95 are suites and junior suites. Attractive conference rooms can accommodate from 4 to 400 persons and offer state-of-the-art technical facilities. Guests can also choose from three renowned in-house restaurants "La Terrasse" (16 points GaultMillau), famous for its innovative French cuisine; the "Jungfrau Brasserie" (13 points GaultMillau), specializing exclusively in Swiss culinary creations; and "La Pastateca", which serves a remarkable range of pasta preparations. HOTEL VICTORIA JUNGFRRAU 5* From to & to => Double room for single use - Run of the house CHF / room / night => Double room for double use - Run of the house CHF / room / night => Buffet Breakfast, Use of the swimming pool, open-air salt-water Jaccuzzi, saunas, steam room & Use of fitness facilities Included => Supplement for City tax CHF 3,20 / room / night 3

4 ACTIVITIES 1/3 Excursion to Jungfrau and Snow Fun The Jungfraujoch-Top of Europe is the high point of any Swiss holiday. The highest railway station in Europe is located 3,454 metres above sea level. The visitors gain access to a high-alpine wonderland of ice, snow and rock, which they can admire from the viewing platforms on the Aletsch Glacier or in the Ice Palace. Snow Fun - Winter sport at 3454m - Zip Line : swoop on a steel cable over glacier crevasses - Sledge park : sledding fun in the middle of a glacier world - Skiing and snowboarding: equipment rental at the park Excursion to Trummelbach Falls and ascent to Schilthorn Trummelbach Falls Loud thundering and roaring in the interior of the mountain, gurgling, foaming and churning water: these are the Trümmelbach Falls. They are Europe's largest subterranean water falls and are located in the Lauterbrunnen Valley, often called the valley of 72 waterfalls. Ascent to the Schilthorn It takes you just 32 minutes by Cable car from Stechelberg to reach the summit of the 2970 m high Schilthorn. Enjoy the beautiful view of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau (UNESCO World Heritage) and on more than 200 other summits. 4

5 ACTIVITIES 2/3 Excursion to Ballenberg Museum Come in and have a look round the kitchens, bedrooms and parlours of houses and farm buildings from the 14th to 19th centuries reconstructed here in their natural state. In the extensive grounds, a total area of square meters, typical houses and settlement from almost every canton in Switzerland can be seen. In the workshops, craftsmen, using authentic tools, demonstrate old handcrafts and trades: from woodcarving, basket-weaving, spinning, weaving, bobbin lace making and forging to making cheese and baking. Ancient folk customs revwe revive ancient folk customs, from old-time costumes and dance to linen processing and our traditional autumn market.ive, from old-time costumes and dance to linen processing and our traditional autumn market. Coffee and Cake Cruise on Lake Thun Treat your sweet tooth, with a lovely boat ride and coffee and cake views of the beautiful mountain scenery all included. Indulge your sweet tooth with coffee and cake on a cosy afternoon cruise on MS Stockhorn. A wide selection of cakes and tarts and the splendid winter scenery await you Time table : Thun dep: 14:40 Thun arr. 17:20 5

6 ACTIVITIES 3/3 Rafting Lutschine River Rafting on the Lütschine river by Interlaken in Bernese Oberland! A gift certificate! What a great idea! A spectacular alpine white water river with its beginning at the foot of the Eiger the Lütschine is one of Switzerland's premier rafting adventures. Great white water coupled with magnificent scenery makes this trip an unforgettable must-do experience of any visit to the Interlaken area. Tour description - Meeting point at our base in Interlaken - Welcome reception and getting dressed with the white water equipment - Your personal belongings will remain at our base - Shuttle to the put-in of the river (15 minutes) - Instructions, safety-talk and getting on the river - Rafting 15 km Lütschental - Bönigen - Taking out and shuttle back to the base - Getting dressed, drink and goodbye Duration Approx. 3hrs (approx. 1h30 rafting) Canyoning Saxetenbach An adventure excursion to the highest vantage point in Central Switzerland. A pleasant ride with our deluxe motor coach takes you to the mountain resort of Engelberg in Central Switzerland, where you will board the aerial cableway for a 45 minute journey from the green valley bottom to the high alpine glacier region at 3020 m/10000 ft which guarantees snow the whole year round. Enjoy a magnificent ride in the world's first ever revolving 'ROTAIR' gondola, which offers a 360 panoramic view into the Alps. During the 2 hour stay on the mountain visit the Ice Grotto, experience the 'Ice Flyer' - chair lift ride over the glacier with fantastic views into crevasses and ice falls and enjoy a snow slide on the 'Fun lift'. Tour description - Meeting point at our base in Interlaken - Welcome reception and getting dressed with the equipment - Your personal belongings will remain at our base - Shuttle to the entrance of the canyon (15 minutes) - Instructions, safety-talk and descent into the canyon - Jumps of 5m, slides of 5m, abseiling's of 15m - Going out of the canyon and return to the base - Getting dressed, drink and goodbye Duration Approx. 3hrs (approx. 1h30 canyoning) 6

7 INTERLAKEN PRE/POST TOUR Services - Tariffs based on 2015, subject to change in 2016: Transfer from Geneva hotel to Interlaken Mercedes E-Class max. 2 pax FROM CHF net per service Monospace max. 5 pax FROM CHF net per service Transfer from Geneva Hotel to station Mercedes E-Class max. 1 pax FROM CHF net per service Monospace max. 5 pax FROM CHF net per service Guide assistance at Geneva Station max. 1hr (English or Spanish speaking guide) Guide assistance FROM CHF net per service Train tickets from Interlaken to Geneva 1 st class FROM CHF net per person 2 nd class FROM CHF net per person Transfer from Interlaken station to hotel Monospace max. 5 pax FROM CHF net per service Guide assistance at Interlaken Station max. 1hr (English or Spanish speaking guide) Guide assistance FROM CHF net per service Excursion to Jungfrau and Snow Fun - 8hrs (English or Spanish speaking guide) Guide service for max 8 hours FROM CHF net per service 2nd class return ticket from Interlaken Ost to Jungfrau FROM CHF net per person Snow Fun Package - per adult FROM CHF net per adult Snow Fun Package - per child FROM CHF net per child Excursion to Trummelbach Falls and ascent to Schiltorn - 8hrs (English or Spanish speaking guide) 5-seater van - 8hrs & 150kms FROM CHF net per service Guide service for max. 8 hours FROM CHF net per service Entrance Fee to Trummelbach Falls FROM CHF net per person Ticket from Stechelberg Schilthorn, round trip FROM CHF net per person Excursion to Ballenberg Museum - 4hrs (English or Spanish speaking guide) Transfer in 5-seater from/to Interlaken/Ballenberg FROM CHF net per service Guide service for max. 4 hours FROM CHF net per service Entrance Fee to the museum Ballenberg FROM CHF net per person Coffee and Cake Cruise on Lake Thun - 4hrs (English or Spanish speaking guide) Transfer from/to Interlaken/Thun in 5-seater van FROM CHF net per service 2nd class Boat cruise ticket FROM CHF net per person 1st class Boat cruise ticket FROM CHF net per person Rafting on Lutschine River 3hrs Rafting Ticket FROM CHF net per person Canyoning in Saxetenbach 3hrs Canyoning Ticket FROM CHF net per person 7

8 INTERLAKEN PRE/POST TOUR Terms & conditions: Conditions of booking: Deposit will be required at reservation Full prepayment required prior to arrival Cancellation policy: Cancellation without fees until 45 days prior to clients arrival / Deducted administration fee of CHF Cancellation between 44 and 20 days prior to clients arrival = 50% of package price will be charged Cancellation less than 19 days prior to clients arrival = 100% of package price will be charge The final cancellation policy will be mentioned in our booking confirmation, according to the period, special conditions might be applied Please note that all reservations are on request and upon availability. All prices are subject to change without notice. We would be pleased to welcome you soon in Switzerland! SM Travel 1-3 Rue de Chantepoulet 1201 Geneva / Switzerland Phone : Fax : smtravel@dmcgva.ch Ovation Switzerland Rue de Lyon Geneva Switzerland 8