Staying in the charming resort of Leysin, enjoy wonderful excursions including a paddle steamer cruise, a ride on a cable car and journey aboard the Belle Epoque Train, whilst benefitting from an included drinks package each evening in Switzerland.
Hotel Central-Residence, Leysin 3*
The modern exterior of the Hotel Central-Residence belies a traditional Swiss interior of wooden features and furnishings Traditionally decorated en-suite bedrooms Television Hairdryer Restaurant Lobby Bar Terrace with views across the valley Leisure facilities Indoor swimming pool Sauna & steam room Lift
Day 1
Following the Channel crossing we continue to our overnight dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation.
Day 2
FROM OVERNIGHT HOTEL TO LEYSIN
We complete the journey to our resort and enjoy a welcome aperitif on arrival, followed by dinner.
Day 3
VEVEY & MONTREUX
We make our way to Vevey which holds its weekly market on Tuesdays giving you the opportunity to browse the stalls and enjoy lunch before we board a scenic paddle steamer cruise to the elegant town of Montreux. Freddie Mercury was a former resident of the town and it is also famous for its annual jazz festival.
Day 4
A day at leisure in Leysin.
Day 5
CHOCOLATE & CHEESE!
This morning we depart on a scenic drive across the Col de Mosses to the village of Gruyères. Here we will discover how the famous cheese is made with a demonstration at La Maison du Gruyère. After some time in the village we make our way to Broc, home of the Cailler-Nestlé chocolate factory where we’ll find out about the chocolates made here, as well as enjoying a tasting.
Day 6
GLACIER 3000 & BELLE EPOQUE TRAIN
Today we head to Col du Pilon to embark on a cable car journey to Scex Rouge, known as Glacier 3000. You will be rewarded with a stunning panorama of no fewer than 24 snow-capped 4000m giants including the Eiger, Matterhorn and even Mont Blanc in the distance. After time to take in the views we descend and make our way to Gstaad where we board the beautiful Belle Epoque train for the journey back to Lake Geneva, whilst enjoying a glass of local wine.
Day 7
LEYSIN TO OVERNIGHT HOTEL
We depart our hotel and continue to our overnight dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation.
Day 8
Continue to Calais and complete the journey home.
TIME RESTRAINED DRINKS INCLUSIVE
Executive coach travel
Short sea ferry / shuttle crossings
2 overnights dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation
5 nights dinner, bed and buffet breakfast accommodation in Leysin
Free bar between 6pm 10pm each evening in Leysin (selected beers, wines & soft drinks)
Tea / coffee after dinner in Leysin
Porterage at mainstay hotel
Welcome aperitif
Scenic paddle steamer cruise to Montreux (2nd class)
Discover how Gruyère cheese is made
Tour and tasting at the Cailler-Nestlé chocolate factory
Glacier 3000 cable car ride
Journey aboard the Belle Epoque Train with glass of local wine
Free time in resort at leisure
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address | Contact Details |
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Cardiff West Services | Cardiff West Services Coach Park | |
Edwards Depot LLANTRISANT | Edwards Depot, Llantrisant, CF72 8QZ | |
Edwards, LLANSAMLET Depot | Travel Centre, Dyffryn Close, Llansamlet SA6 8QG | |
Magor Services | Magor Service Coach Park | |
Neath - Railway | Neath - Outside Railway Station | |
Newport RAILWAY STATION | Stops Q1 & Q1A outside the RAILWAY STATION,NEWPORT | |
Port Talbot Plaza | Port Talbot Plaza, Opposite British Legion PORT TALBOT | |
Pyle Cross | Pyle Cross, bus stop outside supermarket.Pyle Road | |
Sarn SERVICES | Sarn SERVICES - Coach Park |
From Price | Book Now | Call Back | Telephone | Favourites | |
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14 Aug 2021 | £1,049.00 | | | | ![]() |
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