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Swiss Christmas Markets & the GoldenPass Express

On this perfect pre-Christmas getaway, you'll discover the magic of the Swiss Christmas markets and Alpine snow-capped mountains, cosy wooden chalets, and colourful towns and villages. Spend time at the famous Christmas Markets in Basel and Bern and stay in stylish Montreux, with its wonderful Christmas market set out along the Lake Geneva shoreline. Sit back and relax as we travel on the GoldenPass Express Panoramic train from the banks of Lake Geneva to the famous resort town of Gstaad. The magical festive atmosphere is sure to get you into the Christmas spirit!

Tour Includes

  • Flights from London Heathrow to Basel, returning from Geneva, with 1 piece of checked-in luggage
  • 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 1 lunch and 2 evening meals
  • Luggage transfer between Basel and Montreux
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager

5 days from £1,499pp

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Make your own way to London Heathrow for the flight to Basel. On arrival, we take the train to our hotel in the centre of Basel for our overnight stay.

You’ll have free time this evening to explore the famous Christmas Markets in the festively decorated Old Town – look out for the magnificent Christmas Tree on Münsterplatz with its beautiful decorations! You are free to dine out in one of the many restaurants in Basel this evening.

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Basel Christmas Markets

After an included breakfast at the hotel, we take the train from Basel to Switzerland’s delightful capital city – Bern. Here you’ll find a wonderful festive atmosphere within the UNESCO World Heritage Old Town. Every year, Bern comes alive at Christmas with a delightful assortment of Christmas Markets dotted around its historic centre.

We enjoy a guided tour of Bern followed by some free time to explore before we take the train to Montreux. On arrival, our luggage will be waiting for us and we enjoy dinner at the hotel this evening.

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Bern Christmas Markets Bern Guided Tour

After breakfast, we take the cog railway from Montreux to Rochers-de-Naye, the local mountain which offers panoramic views of the Swiss and French Alps. Here you have the option to visit Santa’s House if you wish! We enjoy an included lunch at a restaurant at the summit before returning to Montreux.

Montreux is nestled in a sheltered bay on Lake Geneva, surrounded by snow-covered Alps. You’ll have time to soak up the magical Christmas atmosphere and enjoy the fairy tale ambience of one of Switzerland's most beautiful Christmas markets. There are more than 150 decorated chalets with gifts and tasty hand-made treats. There's nothing better than warming up with a glass of mulled wine along the Grand Rue!

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Rochers-de-Naye Cog Railway Montreux Christmas Market

After breakfast, we travel on the GoldenPass Express Panoramic Train from Montreux to Gstaad. The Panoramic Express travels on part of the famous Golden Pass Line, so sit back, relax and take in the views as we journey from the banks of Lake Geneva and climb to the town of Gstaad. From here, we take the local bus and cable car to Glacier 3000 where you’ll have free time.

The various look-out points at Glacier 3000 offer incredible views of 24 snow-capped peaks above 4000 metres including the Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau, the Matterhorn and even Mont Blanc in the distance. If you’re feeling brave, you could visit the Peak Walk by Tissot – the only suspension bridge in the world between two peaks! We return to Montreux and enjoy dinner at the hotel this evening.

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GoldenPass Express Glacier 3000

After breakfast, we take the train from Montreux to Geneva airport for the return flight to London Heathrow.

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Accommodation

You will stay for one night at the Gaia Hotel in Basel and three nights at the Hotel Helvetie, Montreux. 

Gaia Hotel

The 4-star family run Gaia Hotel Basel is centrally located in Basel. The hotel has free WiFi throughout the property, a bar, breakfast room and spa and sauna. Bedrooms feature flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, kettle, mini-bar and safety deposit box.

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  • 4 Star
  • Bar
  • Sauna or Steam Room
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  • TV
  • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
  • Safe Box
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  • Shower or Bath
  • Telephone
  • Free Wifi
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  • Room Service Available
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  • Bar
  • WiFi Available

Hotel Helvetie

The 3-star Hotel Helvetie is located in Montreux. Opened in 1865, the hotel has kept its old-world charm as shown by the main façade of the neoclassical building. The lakeside promenade, the Casino Barriere and the statue of Freddie Mercury and many shops are less than 5-minutes’ walk from the hotel. The hotel has a bar and restaurant, and free Wifi throughout. Bedrooms feature private bathroom with free toiletries, flat-screen TV, safe, mini-bar and a hairdryer.

Hotel Facilities

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  • 3 Star
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  • Lift
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  • TV
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  • Safe Box
  • Fridge
  • Shower or Bath
  • Telephone
  • Free Wifi
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  • 24 Hour Front Desk
Hotel
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Lift
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