Bernina & Glacier Express. (3 Nights & 4 Days) Cities Covered: Switzerland, St. Moritz

Transcription

1 Bernina & Glacier Express (3 Nights & 4 Days) Cities Covered: Switzerland, St. Moritz

2 Visit Switzerland once, become a storyteller for life Switzerland is all about a great combination of the rural and urban mix, Its rustic beauty and urban architecture keeps surprising you. Land of four languages and mountains takes you on the epic journey and eclectic experiences. Visit St. Moritz once, become a storyteller for life St. Moritz is an alpine resort town in the Engadin, a valley in Switzerland. Twice a host of the Winter Olympics, St. Moritz has a world-championship bobsled run made of natural ice and an outdoor Olympic ice rink. Local ski and snowboard complexes such as Corviglia, Corvatsch and Diavolezza encompass a variety of downhill runs suitable for skiers from intermediate to expert.

3

4 Shopping & Nightlife: Places to visit: Things to do: Bahnhofstrasse Aletsch Glacier Cruise Tour This is the most famous exclusive and expensive shopping avenue in the world. The largest glacier in the alps and with a length of 23 kilometers. The best place to do some adventurous hiking. Experience cruise tour from Jet d'eau to lake Geneva along Castle Chillon. A must have experience. Chillon Castle Emmental AOP Show Diary Island castle located in lake Geneva, the most visited castle in Europe and Switzerland. Completely in the village character, This is a place to learn and discover.mix of modern and traditional techniques of dairy farming.the most popular Cheese village in Switzerland. Favarger Food and Drink- Geneva Freitag Fashion and Accessories- Zurich. Heidihaus Souvenirs and GiftsHeididorf Creux du Van Maienfeld and Kiosk Art and Crafts -Fribourg Giant natural rocky formation, 160 metres deep and 1400 meters wide, Popular tourist spot. Hiking in Matterhorn Most coveted train journeys in the world. Epic alpine scenery awaits the visitors of this mythical train journey. Take a Hike-Stroll in the shadow of the iconic Matterhorn on the Zermatt Lake Trail, take in the country's history on the Swiss Path along Lake Luzern, or marmot hiking through Swiss National Park in Graubunden. Jungfraujoch Trip to Salt Mines The most epic Alpine journey from Zurich to the top of Europe. A small train takes visitors inside the mines, where all mining locations are depicted and explored. The unusual trip, a must have experience. Glacier Express Trekking Mount Blanc Trek in the Alps from French border and experience the amazing environment.

5 Day Wise Itinerary Day 1 Arrival in Zermatt Your Switzerland holiday package will begin with your arrival in Zermatt Settle in for a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel From the border / airport / any other destination in Switzerland, you will transfer to Zermatt by train From the station, take a short walk to your hotel and check-in Afterwards, you will set out to explore Zermatt, located in the Valais Canton at an altitude of 1,600 metres. The main attraction in this green valley is the elegantly curved mountain - the Matterhorn. Zermatt is also one of the world's most popular ski resorts Day 2 Zermatt - St. Moritz with Glacier Express Have a delicious breakfast at the hotel On arrival, you will take a short walk from the St. Moritz railway station to your hotel and check-in Today, you will travel to St. Moritz by the Glacier Express. This is a mesmerising rail journey from the eastern to the western Swiss Alps providing a fantastic alternative to a flight over the Alps. The Glacier Express will travel through Europe's most beautiful scenery - you will cross several bridges and go through many tunnels while traversing the Alps. You will also pass through the imposing Rhine Gorge, over the Oberalp Pass (2,033 metres) and along the deep valley of the Rhone Have a pleasant overnight stay at the hotel Day 3 St. Moritz - Lugano with Bernina Express Relish a wholesome breakfast at the hotel and prepare to travel from St. Moritz to Lugano via Tirano by the Bernina Express After arriving in Tirano, you will board a Bernina Express bus to Lugano, a small town on the border of Italy where the Alps meet the Mediterranean. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in Settle in for a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel This Swiss scenic train will take you along the adventurous and historical trails in the country. It has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 2008 and will let you enjoy the enchanting mountain landscapes of Switzerland Day 4 Departure from Lugano This will be the last day of your amazing Switzerland tour package After a sumptuous breakfast, you will be able to enjoy some free time in Lugano before you leave for the airport

6 Package Inclusions Rail ticket 2nd class: border/airport?-?zermatt?-?st.?moritz?-?lugano?-?border/airport 50% discount ticket for most trains, buses, boats and mountain railways Accommodation fir 1 night in Zermatt Accommodation fir 1 night in St.?Moritz Accommodation fir 1 night in Lugano Daily breakfast Seat reservation on the Glacier Express Seat reservation on the Bernina Express train from St.?Moritz to Tirano Seat reservation on the Bernina Express bus from Tirano to Lugano Swiss Coupon Pass 2 for 1 dine & discover deals Package Exclusions Airfare and taxes Any meals apart from the one mentioned in the itinerary Any tours apart from the one mentioned in the itinerary Any tips, gratuities, telephones, laundry Service tax extra as applicable Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions or itinerary Peak season surcharges Visa and travel insurance Important Notes Upgradation to first class for the travel period April, May and June for all markets except India (not valid in April and May) and Thailand (not valid in April) Use your Swiss Coupon Pass for 2 for 1 upgrade on the Bernina Express and a Gornergrat experience Upgrade to first class rail at CHF 150 Lunch on Glacier Express (a three-course menu) for CHF 43?For children from 0-2 years the seat reservation is not included, extra charges apply Service tax extra as applicable Minimum 2 pax traveling together All confirmation subject to availability at the time of booking Rates are subject to change Surcharges apply on Block out dates, Fairs, Exhibition, High Season, Weekend (Friday, Saturday & Sunday), National & Public Holidays

7 Visa Guidelines for Switzerland Visa Guidelines for St. Moritz Costing & Departure Dates Comfort: HUB Land Only Single Twin Sharing 58,800 51,030 Triple Sharing 50,960 Child with Bed Child without Bed Infant Child with Bed Child without Bed Infant Departure Dates to Deluxe: HUB Land Only Single Twin Sharing 71,960 60,550 Triple Sharing 56,700 Departure Dates to Hotel Details Name Category Rating Sarazena Comfort 3 Star Soldanella Comfort 3 Star Colorado Comfort 3 Star Schweizerhof Deluxe 4 Star Steffani Deluxe 4 Star

8 Booking Conditions Asia, Cruise Included Packages, Middle East and Islands An interest free non-refundable amount of INR 10,000* per person at the time of booking 50% of total tour cost by 25 days from date of departure of the Tour 100% of total tour cost by 15 days from date of departure of the Tour Europe, Cruise Included packages and Rest of the World An interest free non-refundable amount of INR 25,000* per person at the time of booking 60% of total tour cost by 35 days from date of departure of the Tour A non refundable amount of INR 40,000* per person by 45 days before departure or at time of Visa processing (whichever is earlier) non-refundable 100% of total tour cost by 25 days from date of departure of the Tour USA, Cruise Included packages An interest free non-refundable amount of INR 25,000* per person at the time of booking A non refundable amount of INR 35,000* per person by 45 days before Visa processing / application/ documentation 60% of total tour cost by 45 days from date of departure of the Tour 100% of total tour cost by 35 days from date of departure of the Tour * In case of cruises, 100% of the cruise cost to be paid at the time of booking & will be forfeited in case of any cancellations, irrespective of time of cancellation. India packages A non-refundable amount of INR 5,000 by 45 days or more prior to the departure 30% of total tour cost between 44 days and 22 days prior to the departure 100% of total tour cost by 21 days or less prior to the departure Cancellation Policy Asia, Cruise Included Packages, Middle East and Islands Booking amount + Visa charges + Cruise amount (if applicable) if cancellation is made from booking date up to 25 days from date of departure of the Tour 50% of total tour cost if cancellation is made from 24 to 16 days from date of departure of the Tour 100% of total tour cost if cancellation is made 15 days or less from date of departure of the Tour Europe, Cruise Included packages and Rest of the World Booking amount + Visa charges + Cruise amount (if applicable) if cancellation is made from booking date up to 35 days from date of departure of the Tour INR 40,000 per person* if cancellation is made from 35 to 26 days from date of departure of the Tour 100% of total tour cost if cancellation is made 25 days or less from date of departure of Tour or No Show USA, Cruise Included packages Booking amount + Visa charges + Cruise amount (if applicable) if cancellation is made from booking date until 45 days from date of departure 60% of the tour cost if cancellation is made from 45 to 36 days from date of departure of the Tour 100% of total tour cost if cancellation is made 35 days or less from date of departure of Tour or No Show *In case of cruises, 100% of the cruise cost to be paid at the time of booking & will be forfeited in case of any cancellations, irrespective of time of cancellation. India packages A non-refundable amount of INR 5,000 by 45 days or more prior to the departure 30% of total tour cost between 44 days and 22 days prior to the departure 100% of total tour cost by 21 days or less prior to the departure Notes Minimum operating strength is required to operate any departure date. Payment for land component (towards hotel, transfers and sightseeing in foreign country) will be taken as per Rate of Exchange (ROE) on the day of making full and final payments. In the event of increase in the ROE taken into account the prices defined may be amended.

9 A surcharge may be applicable for certain departures. Any other items not mentioned in the Inclusions list are not included TUI India will not bear any cancellation charges of domestic air travel, domestic hotel and any other services booked by customer. Due to operational reasons, the routing of the tours may be amended. However, all mentioned services will remain unchanged. The 3rd person sharing the room is provided with an additional mattress or a rollaway bed Cost of deviation and cost of extension of the validity on your ticket is not included Porter fees at hotels, airports and seaports is not included Cost of expenses of personal nature such as, laundry, telephone calls, room service, alcoholic beverages, mini bar charges etc., is not included In case of unavailability in the listed hotels, arrangement for an alternate accommodation will be made in a hotel of similar standard Check-in at hotels is 1400 hours and check-out is 1000 hours Missed or delayed flights can lead to changes in itinerary and will be at the clients' expense should the case arise Terms & Conditions The applicable Rate of Exchange for initial payment/ booking amount shall be determined by the prevailing rate on the date/- day of booking and balance payment will be charged as per the prevailing rates on that particular day The taxes and visa charges mentioned are as on date and in the event of any changes may be amended Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to increase in surface transportation and land arrangements which may come into effect prior to departure Itinerary is subject to change / swap without any prior notice Any further increase in the air fare due to an increase in the fuel Price, change in Government regulations, taxes, etc., charged by the airline will be borne by the passengers. TUI India will not be responsible for the same The hotels are subject to change without prior notice. In case of unavailability in the mentioned hotels, alternate accommodation will be arranged in a similar category hotel

10