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Classic Bernina Express
Enjoy a scenic Swiss holiday, travelling through snowy mountain meadows, alongside rushing streams and through traditional Alpine villages on board the Bernina Express. The Bernina Express isn't quick but it is spectacular. The descent from Ospizio Bernina down to Tirano in Italy, has to be one of the most stunning rides in Europe: glaciers and towering peaks on one side and steep, wooded valleys on the other.
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Itinerary - 4 Night Holiday by Rail
Day 1
Strasbourg
Travel to Paris by Eurostar. Enjoy a couple of hours free time in Paris and then hop straight on the high speed TGV Est train to Strasbourg (journey time 2 hours 20 minutes).
Check in at the Best Western Monopole Metropole Hotel which is right by the station for your overnight stay. Spend the rest of the day discovering the sights and sounds of Strasbourg. Famous for housing a number of European institutions, this city is filled with plenty of exciting sightseeing opportunities and of course gourmet delicacies. Visit the Notre Dame cathedral, the 17th century Palais des Rohan and Petite France, home to Strasbourg's prettiest and most photogenic streets and buildings.
Day 2
Strasbourg to Chur
After breakfast take the TGV Lyria train onwards to Zurich before connecting on to the Swiss Railways Intercity Train to Chur.
On arrival in Chur check in to the Romantik Hotel Stern.
The "oldest city in Switzerland", Chur, is situated in a deep valley formed by the Rhine, has a rich and powerful history and was founded by the Romans in 15BC.
Day 3
Bernina Express
After an early breakfast, depart from Chur on the Bernina Express to Tirano via St Moritz. The train crosses the Alps and offers breathtaking views from the panoramic carriages. Ride over spectacular viaducts, through sheer rock gorges and switch-back tunnels, alongside mountain streams and glaciers.
Be sure not to miss the impressive Landwasser Viaduct, which will appear on your right just before St Moritz. The train climbs up the 2253 metre high Bernina Pass and the entire trip is narrated. Food is available to buy on the train. This whole area is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Enjoy lunch in Tirano at the end of the line, or stop a little earlier in Poschiavo which has a lovely choice of cafés and restaurants before returning for your second night in Chur.
The line finishes in the Italian border town of Tirano and after time for a bite to eat you board the train back to Chur to spend your second night at the ABC Hotel.
Day 4
Chur to Lucerne
Leave Chur in the morning and travel via Thalwil to picturesque Lucerne.
Check in to the Waldstaetterhof Hotel, situated right opposite the station and where you will stay overnight.
After checking in to the hotel you have time to spend the afternoon in charming Lucerne. You can explore the old town's classical Swiss architecture, including the stunning Baroque Jesuit church and the medieval Chapel Bridge. Or just enjoy the waterfront by hiring a bike or wandering along the elegant promenade.
Day 5
Lucerne to London
After a morning in Lucerne, take the train to Basel before connecting on to the high speed TGV Lyria train to Paris and then home on the Eurostar.
Tgv to Strasbourg
Best Western Monopole Metropole Hotel
Chur
Romantik Hotel Stern
Landwasser Viaduct
Lucerne
Waldstaetterhof Hotel
Basel
Railbookers recommends
- Ask for a price to upgrade your rail travel between Paris and Strasbourg to first class for larger seats and a more comfortable journey.
- Extend your holiday by adding an extra night in Lucerne or stopping off for a night or two in the elegant city of Basel, situated on the River Rhine.
- Please call our Travel Consultants for details
Strasbourg
Home to the European Parliament, and part of France's Alsace-Lorraine region, Strasbourg is a combination of French and German culture. Visit the charming Petite France area to admire the canals and historic houses, or take one of the futuristic trams to see the European Parliament buildings.
Chur
Chur is one of the oldest cities in Switzerland, dating back more than five thousand years. It is situated in a deep valley and is almost entirely surrounded by Alpine peaks. Chur has an attractive Old Town and is home to numerous buildings and other monuments that are now listed as Swiss Heritage Sites of National Significance. Don’t miss a visit to the Gothic cathedral or the Graubünden Museum of History.
Lucerne
Lucerne is a picturesque city in the centre of Switzerland, set on Lake Lucerne and offering lovely views of the distant Alps. There is plenty of classic Swiss architecture to see from the half-timbered houses of the Old Town, to the elegant spires of the city’s churches and the medieval wooden bridges, the most famous of which is the Chapel Bridge, originally built in 1333. There is also a great market on Tuesdays and Saturday mornings, set in arcades along the River Reuss.
Best Western Monopole Metropole Hotel 
The Best Western Monopole Metropole Hotel in Strasbourg is a traditional hotel with a choice of contemporary or typically Alsatian style bedrooms. All areas of the hotel are non-smoking. The hotel is close to the main TGV station in Strasbourg, and a short walk from the Petite France area.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Bar
- Non-smoking Floors
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Non-smoking Rooms
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Romantik Hotel Stern
The Romantik Hotel Stern is a historic hotel with 64 comfortable and modern bedrooms. The hotel has a traditional Swiss restaurant. The hotel is situated in the centre of Chur.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Bar
- Restaurant
Room Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Room Service
- TV
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Waldstaetterhof Hotel
The Waldstaetterhof Hotel has 78 comfortable ensuite bedrooms. The hotel is situated opposite the railway station in the centre of Lucerne, offering easy access to all of the city's main sights, attractions, bars and restaurants.
Hotel Facilities
- Laundry
Room Facilities
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Room Service
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Waldstaetterhof Hotel
“ Comfortable contemporary hotel located close by the railway station in Lucerne - perfect for a stopover. ”
Matthew - Mar 2008
“ Superb little hotel which could not be better located for the train station and exploring picturesque Lucerne. ”
Christian - Mar 2011
4 Night Holiday by Rail
This holiday includes Eurostar travel from London to Paris, onward train travel from Paris to Strasbourg, overnight accommodation with breakfast in Strasbourg, a 4 day Swiss Rail Pass train travel to Chur via Zurich, 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Chur, return travel on the Bernina Express between Chur and Tirano, train travel from Chur to Lucerne, overnight accommodation with breakfast in Lucerne and return train travel via Basel and Paris to London.
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Romantik Hotel Stern
“ Traditional hotel in the heart of Chur, this hotel is typically Swiss chalet with a warm welcome and "alpine" decor. ”
Matthew - Apr 2009