Switzerland by Train with Luxury & Style (10 Days): A Sample Itinerary

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DavidTravel Itinerary Highlights include:

Discover majestic Switzerland, with excursions on Europe’s highest railways for stunning views of the Jungfrau and Aletsch Glacier, and peaceful drives through William Tell’s charming countryside. Explore the dungeons of the Castle of Chillon, and drive along the shores of lovely Lake Geneva on this breathtaking 10-day journey through mountains, gorges, valleys and forests.

• Travel by train throughout Switzerland

• Enjoy a cruise on Lake Lucerne to Alpnachstad and board the steepest cogwheel railway going up to Mt. Pilatus Kulm for panoramic views of the Swiss Alps and Lucerne

• Visit the Ice Palace and the Sphinx Terraces in Jungfraujoch and take in the breathtaking view of Aletsch Glacier, the largest river of ice in Europe

• Visit Chillon Castle, an impressive medieval stronghold immortalized by Swiss lore and poetry

Overview:

Mixing expansive greenery, slick cities and buckets of fresh air, Switzerland is a stylish tourist destination offering countless outdoor adventures and contemporary urban breaks.

Top ski resorts include Zermatt, Verbier and celebrity-studded St Moritz, while white-capped mountain peaks set against blue skies make a wonderful backdrop for summertime hiking. The ancient capital Berne provides superb opportunities for sightseeing, shopping and traditional folk entertainment, while Zürich leads the way in arts, design and nightlife - from opera and world-class theatre to stylish bars and nightclubs.

Small, mountainous and wealthy, Switzerland is renowned for its enviable quality of life in a country that ticks along like clockwork. Its products are sought after the world over, from delicious cheese and chocolate to luxurious watches whose timekeeping is as sharp as a Swiss Army Knife - another popular export from this sophisticated Alpine nation.