7 days to Lugano and Lucerne with the Wilhelm Tell Express

A wonderful contrast of two lake side resorts

 

 

           '' Enjoy cruising on Lake Lugano with its Mediterranean
          feel and enjoy the historical lakeside resort of Lucerne''

 

Enjoy the first 3 nights in the lakeside resort of Lugano and if you are looking for a lazy day take on the boat a short distance to Gandria for a long lunch at one of several restaurants overlooking the lake. For one of the best views of Lugano a visit by funicular rail to Monte San Salvatore is included. 

On day four you travel on Wilhelm Tell Express - this first class journey starts with reserved seats in the panoramic carriages to Flüelen where you board the historic paddle steamer on your 2 3/4 hour cruise to Lucerne with dish of the day served on board. During your 3 nights in this historical town there are many places to explore and a visit to Mount Pilatus on the world's steepest cog railway has been included. Pilatus has just undergone extensive renovation work including a new panorama viewing gallery, enlarged terrace and Ibex bar.


3 nights in Lugano and 3 nights in Lugano:
Prices from £940 per person staying in 3 star hotels
Supplement for 1st class on request

 

YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES:

  • Scheduled flights from London to Zurich

  • 1st class rail travel from Zurich airport to Lugano

  • 6 nights' bed and breakfast accommodation as described based on 2 people sharing

  • Funicular rail journey to Monte San Salvatore

  • 1st class rail/boat travel from Lugano to Lucerne on the Wilhelm Tell Express

  • Pilatus mountain excursion via the worlds steepest cog railway

  • 2nd class rail travel from Lucerne to Zurich airport

  • FREE Half fare card giving you half or reduced price travel within Switzerland

  • Financial protection ATOL 3148. Booking conditions apply

 

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