Lake Lucerne — Central & Northern Europe — Page & Moy Europe Holiday Collection 2008 online holiday brochure

CENTRAL & NORTHERN EUROPE 6 days from �599 Lucerne Lake Lucerne � 4-star lakeside hotel � Flexible sightseeing � explore independently � Pre-bookable Swiss Tour Pass � Includes porterage Mount Pilatus Meal arrangements 5 nights bed and breakfast Also included � The services of an experienced Page & Moy Tour Guide � Hotel porterage Travel Arrangements Departure Dates & Prices Holiday Number: EECHL 2008 22 May 24 July 28 August 25 September Price Per Person �599 �659 �659 �639 Based in the enchanting and picturesque lakeside resort of Lucerne, this relaxing holiday allows plenty of time to explore the best of Switzerland's magnificent alpine scenery. ITINERARY DAY 1 UK/Lucerne We fly to Zurich, meet our Tour Guide and transfer to Lucerne and the hotel on the shores of the lake for our five-night stay. DAYS 2 � 5 Lucerne We have four days to relax and enjoy this captivating Swiss resort. It's a joy to stroll around the colourful streets and pause for a drink in one of the welcoming cafes. Highlights of the city include the distinctive wooden bridge that spans the River Reuss; the mediaeval market square lined with intricately painted houses, and the ornate churches of the Old Town. The transport system in Switzerland is second to none, so why not take advantage of the pre-bookable Swiss Tour Pass to help you explore the surrounding area? Here are just a few suggestions of places to visit: Four Forest Canton Lake Cruise the full length of Lake Lucerne with its breathtaking scenery of green meadows, orchards, sheer cliffs and steep-roofed farmhouses. Vitznau & Mount Rigi Summit Take the lake cruiser to Vitznau and join the Mount Rigi cog railway for an exhilarating journey up to the 1,752 metre summit for panoramic views of the Alps. Alpnach, the Pilatus Summit & Kriens Cruise to Alpnach, then board the mountain train to the summit of Mount Pilatus. It's a thrilling journey aboard the world's steepest cog railway, with gradients of up to 48% and views of flower-studded meadows, waterfalls, curious rock formations and countless alpine peaks. From here, take the cable car down to Kriens and the local bus back to Lucerne. Brienz & the Rothorn Summit Travel by train to Brienz, an attractive town in the Bernese Oberland renowned for its woodcarving workshops; then join the cog railway to the summit of Mount Rothorn. The train climbs 1,678 metres, navigating six tunnels and two galleries on the way. DAY 6 Lucerne/UK We transfer to Zurich airport for the homeward flight. YOUR HOTEL Grand Hotel Europe (4-star), 5 nights bed and breakfast. This traditional Swiss hotel was built in 1872 on the shores of Lake Lucerne and has offered superior accommodation to holidaymakers ever since. The hotel is set in a beautiful position a 15 minute walk from the town centre. All guest rooms have been recently refurbished in contemporary style. The hotel facilities include a large, graciously furnished dining room, cosy lobby bar, elegant lounges and a spacious terrace with wonderful views of the lake and mountains beyond. Deposit �100 per person Prices are based on the shared occupancy of twin or double rooms with private facilities. Scheduled flights by British Airways between London Heathrow and Zurich; departing at 0940h and arriving back at 1630h. Supplements per person Single rooms �90 Holiday Insurance � please see page 162 Please see pages 157-159 for details of items not included in the holiday price and our price policy. Transfers Transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 90 mins Regional connecting flights to London also available Please see pages 6-7 for details. For details of airlines and approximate flight timings please see pages 160-161. Make your own way Save �150. Please see page 6 for further details. SWISS TOUR PASS Why not take full advantage of Switzerland's superb transport system to explore the region? The Swiss Tour Pass gives you unlimited travel throughout the rail, bus and boat network for four days. It covers scenic routes, local trams and buses in 38 towns and cities. It also offers a 50% discount on most mountain railways and cable cars and allows free entrance to over 400 museums and exhibitions throughout the country. The Pass must be pre-booked and costs �120 per person Second Class or �175 per person First Class. Zurich LUCERNE Vitznau Alpnach Brienz SWITZERLAND Lucerne To view dates & prices click here To book click here 139

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