Venice Simplon Orient Express, Glacier Express and Bernina Express

Outbound Travel – London to Zermatt

Take your flight from London to Zurich. On arrival, take the train from Zurich airport to the village of Visp. From Visp the train starts to climb up into the mountains, revealing views of the iconic Matterhorn on arrival in the car-free village of Zermatt. Alternatively, take a leisurely two-day train journey beginning at London St Pancras, boarding the Eurostar to Paris Nord, then travelling from Gare de Lyon to Basel for an overnight stay.

Zermatt

Experience the charming Swiss car-free village in the mountains on your free day in Zermatt. Gain access to the higher mountains by rail (the Gornergrat) and by cable-car, or stay closer to the ground on one of the many hiking trails. The mighty Matterhorn dominates the impressive mountain panorama. The village centre has plenty to offer with many restaurants, cafes and bars. Optional excursions available at supplement.

Meals: Breakfast

Glacier Express to St Moritz

Board the magnificent Glacier Express for a panoramic journey that begins with a steady descent into the upper Rhone Valley, travelling through green meadows and river gorges. The train then climbs steadily back into the snow-capped mountains reaching the journey's highest point, before descending along the beautiful Rhine Valley. 'The Slowest Express Train in the World' passes Chur and spirals up again into the mountains, crossing vast viaducts, burrowing through tunnels and rising above the clouds on the way to St Moritz. Optional lunch aboard the Glacier Express (two or three course menu). Note: No Glacier Express trains run between 12th October and 5th December.

Meals: Breakfast

St Moritz

Enjoy a free day in St Moritz, the playground of the rich and famous. Walking trails and nature are available alongside the glamour. The nearby lakes and mountainous landscapes make this famous town a beautiful place for a wander. Optional excursions available at supplement including the Muottas Murgl funicular (included with Local Travel card) and a walking tour of St Moritz.

Meals: Breakfast

Bernina Express to Venice

Head south on this 100-year-old UNESCO World Heritage route. Meandering through tunnels and bridges, above deep ravines and past stunning waterfalls, travelling through the rugged landscape of the Engadine Valley, then through the Albula Tunnel and over the Bernina Pass. The train crosses into Italy and continues to Milan and then Venice, where you transfer to your hotel for the night.

Meals: Breakfast

Venice

Enjoy a free day in Venice, the romantic city on the water. Take a gondola ride, marvel at the gothic architecture, visit an art gallery, and sip an Aperol spritz amongst the winding streets. In San Marco Square discover historic cafes where famous guests have visited. Optional excursions available at supplement.

Meals: Breakfast

Venice Simplon Orient Express

A very special journey aboard the Venice Simplon Orient Express, travelling from Venice to Paris. This iconic train has carriages dating from the 1920s and 1930s with stunning restored art deco details. Every carriage has a personal steward, Italian waiters serve fine dining meals prepared fresh by French chefs, and live entertainment plays into the evening. In the morning you can choose to have breakfast brought to your cabin by your steward.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Paris to London

Choose to have breakfast brought to your cabin by your steward for a decadent breakfast in bed, or stroll to the 1920s Restaurant Car for a breakfast to savour, coffee or tea, eggs, truffle and smoked salmon are all on offer. The Venice Simplon Orient Express arrives at Gare de L'Est in Paris at around 1pm. Transfer to Gare du Nord to take the Eurostar back to London St Pancras.

Meals: Breakfast