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10 Day Alpine Lakes and Scenic Trains
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Take in the views while aboard the Bernina and Glacier Express Trains!
Climb aboard legendary Alpine railways and set out on a journey across the captivating Alpine landscapes of Switzerland and Italy. Ride two legendary train routes – the Glacier Express and the Bernina Express. Relax in some of Europe’s most stunning and exclusive resort villages, including Zermatt, St. Moritz, and Lake Maggiore, Italy. Explore Lucerne, the "Swiss Paradise on the Lake.” Ascend Pilatus on a unique excursion along the steepest railway in the world, soaking in the scenery from 7,000 feet above sea level. These are the Alpine views you’ve been dreaming of.
*14 nights in the same stateroom: + $100pp (double occupancy)
*14 nights in the same stateroom: +$200pp (single occupancy)
*There are only a limited amount of staterooms available on each sailing where moving is not going to be necessary.
Your Tour Includes
- 4 Handpicked Accommodations
- 14 Meals (8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners)
Must-See Inclusions:
- Enjoy stunning Alpine views on the Glacier Express train.
- Soak up the mountain air for two nights in the Alpine village of Zermatt.
- Explore the "Swiss Paradise on the Lake," Lucerne.
Cultural Experiences:
- Cruise through Lake Maggiore and visit one of the beautiful Borromean Islands.
- Journey through the Bernina Pass on one of the world’s most scenic railways.
- Stroll the lakeside boulevards of St. Moritz.
Culinary Inclusions:
- Indulge in local products over lunch on a family-owned farm in Val di’ Ossola.
- Sit down for dinner on the Isola dei Pescatori in Lake Maggiore.
- Enjoy a meal on the Glacier Express train paired with breathtaking scenery.
- Savour a delicious lunch featuring locally grown products and herbs from the Val Posciavo region.
Priority Access
» Priority check-in
» Priority access to specialty restaurant reservations
» Priority line at the Guest Services desk
» Priority line at the Shore Excursions desk
» Priority access to tenders ashore in select ports
» Priority disembarkation
Premium Dining
» Expanded 24-hour room service breakfast menu
» Pinnacle Class ships: Private dining venue for breakfast and dinner with an expanded menu
» All other ships: Priority seating in the Dining Room for breakfast and dinner with an expanded menu
Exclusive Amenities
» Complimentary stateroom upgrade
» Dedicated concierge service
» Welcome glass of sparkling wine on embarkation day
» Premium bathrobes
» Club Orange keycard
» Exclusive Club Orange tote bag (one per stateroom)
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Chapel Bridge
Chapel Bridge is the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe. It is unique in containing a number of interior paintings dating back to the 17th century, although many of them were destroyed along with a larger part of the centuries-old bridge in a 1993 fire.
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Day: 1
Breathtaking Alpine vistas await as you travel through Italy and Switzerland.
Day: 2
Lake Maggiore, Italy
Stay: Zacchera Hotels
Included Meal: Dinner
Welcome to the tranquil resort area with crystal clear waters set against the backdrop of the Alps, known as Lake Maggiore. As arrival times will vary, there is no scheduled sightseeing today. Spend the day as you wish, exploring the area independently. As the evening approaches, leave your hotel to board a private boat for a cruise to Isola Dei Pescatori. On the island, toast to the start of your journey with your fellow travellers over a welcome dinner.
Day: 3
Lake Maggiore, Italy
Stay: Zacchera Hotels
Included Meal: Breakfast
This morning, set sail to Isola Bella, known as the “beautiful island.” With an expert guide beside you, journey into the Borromeo Palace — a lakeside Baroque beauty adorned with an exotic garden. The rest of the day is yours. Perhaps you’ll take time to stroll the cobbled streets of Stresa or soak up the sun along the waterfront.
Day: 4
Lake Maggiore - Val d’Ossola - Zermatt, Switzerland
Stay: Hotel Alex
Included Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Take on the day as you depart Italy and make your way to Switzerland. Visit a family-owned cow farm in Val d’Ossola, where you’ll meet the owners and learn about life on the farm and their family business before enjoying some homemade products over lunch. Continue towards Switzerland and enjoy scenic mountain views on a drive through the Simplon Pass, used for centuries as a main trading route between northern Italy and Switzerland and by Napoleon to cross the Alps. Complete your day in the unique, car-less village of Zermatt.
Day: 5
Zermatt, Switzerland
Stay: Hotel Alex
Included Meal: Breakfast
Start your morning by joining a walk with your Tour Manager to get familiar with the quaint mountain village of Zermatt. With free time for the rest of the day, perhaps you’ll follow your curiosity to uncover history in the Matterhorn Museum or follow your adventurous side to the Gornergrat Railway to experience elevated views of the Matterhorn.
Day: 6
Zermatt - St. Mortiz, Switzerland
Stay: Hotel Steffani
Included Meal: Breakfast & Lunch
This morning, experience the world-renowned Glacier Express train.* This iconic train route takes you through some of Switzerland’s most beautiful landscapes, offering breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains, deep valleys, dense forests, and gurgling streams. Your final stop is St. Moritz, with the afternoon at leisure to relax or stroll the lakeside boulevard.
Day: 7
St. Moritz - Le Prese - St. Moritz
Stay: Hotel Steffani
Included Meal: Breakfast & Lunch
Begin the day with a scenic motorcoach ride from St. Moritz to Le Prese, following the valley as it opens into the dramatic landscapes of the southern Alps. Arrive in this charming village set between steep mountainsides and the tranquil shores of Lago di Poschiavo. Spend time at a family-owned farm that cultivates aromatic herbs from the sun-drenched slopes of the Val Posciavo region. Learn about the careful processing of the organic herbs in the company’s own factory, the Erboristeria Biologica, and top off the visit with a delicious lunch featuring farm-grown products. After some time to relax, board the regional train for a relaxing return journey to St. Moritz, travelling along the same UNESCO-listed Bernina route and passing iconic sights such as the Morteratsch glacier.
Day: 8
St. Moritz - Lucerne, Switzerland
Stay: Hotel Astoria Lucerne
Included Meal: Breakfast
Today, travel to Lucerne, considered by many to be one of the most beautiful cities in the country. Make a stop at the renewed Lion Monument, carved from sandstone to commemorate heroic soldiers of the Swiss Guard. The “Swiss Paradise on the Lake,” nestled among breathtaking mountains and a picturesque lake, is yours to explore. The evening is yours to relax or you may choose to join an optional evening cruise on the lake.
Day: 9
Lucerne, Switzerland
Stay: Hotel Astoria Lucerne
Included Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
This morning, join a locally guided tour through Lucerne’s Altstadt (Old Town), passing through the covered 14th-century Chapel Bridge. Along the way, see the famous Water Tower that once served as a prison. Then, it’s your choice! Choose to take a short funicular ride to exciting views over Lucerne and the lake from the famous Gütsch viewpoint -OR- connect with Lucerne’s natural and cultural heritage at the engaging Museum Lucerne. Later, enjoy the splendour of pure nature while gliding over a clear landscape in panoramic gondolas and spectacular cable cars. Ascend Pilatus** on a unique excursion along the steepest railway in the world. From the top, soak in the magnificent Alpine views from 7,000 feet above sea level. Enjoy leisure time at the summit, where you can stroll along the walkway for new vantage points. Venture back down the mountain by panoramic gondola for another bird’s-eye view. Gather tonight for a farewell dinner featuring Swiss specialties.
Day: 10
Lucerne, Switzerland
Your tour ends in Lucerne after breakfast.
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