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Annecy & the Mont Blanc Express
Take the spectacular Mont Blanc Express through the Alps on this scenic rail holiday including stays in Lausanne, Chamonix and Annecy.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: Lausanne
London to Lausanne
Eurostar to Paris Gare du Nord, metro transfer to Gare de Lyon, then a direct TGV Lyria service to Lausanne.
- Day 2railovernight: Chamonix
Lausanne to Chamonix via the Mont Blanc Express
Regional train to Martigny, then the narrow-gauge Mont Blanc Express through the Trient Gorge and across the French border, transferring at Vallorcine to a regional service to Chamonix. Check in for a 2-night stay.
- Day 3railovernight: Chamonix
Chamonix
Free day exploring Chamonix, with options including the Montenvers cogwheel railway, the l'Aiguille du Midi cable car, the Musee Alpin, or the QC Terme Spa.
- Day 4overnight: Annecy
Chamonix to Annecy
Free morning in Chamonix, with hiking or snow-shoeing options, then a scenic coach journey to Annecy. Check in for a 3-night stay.
- Day 5overnight: Annecy
Annecy
Explore Annecy's cobbled streets and canals, or take a boat cruise on Lake Annecy, including the Palais de l'Ile.
- Day 6overnight: Annecy
Annecy
Second day in Annecy, including the Chateau d'Annecy with panoramic views over the town and lake.
- Day 7railovernight: Lyon
Annecy to Lyon
Unreserved rail journey of around 2 hours from Annecy to Lyon.
- Day 8rail
Lyon to London
Direct TGV service from Lyon Part Dieu to Lille, connecting with the Eurostar back to London.
Included
- All rail journeys, in standard class
- Seat reservations where required
- 7 nights' hand-picked hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Easy-to-follow travel documentation
- Despatch of tickets by email
- Proactive rerouting in case of strikes or disruptions
