Lake Garda via the Alps
Travel through the Swiss Alps to scenic Lake Garda. From snowy Alpine peaks to lush mountain meadows, combined with the the peace and calm of a holiday on Lake Garda.
Holidays can be tailor-made for you to include different hotels, lengths of stay, departure dates and additional cities. Please call for details.
| Choose your holiday below: | Price per person | |
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| 4 Night Holiday By Air + Rail | from £549 | |
| 5 Night Holiday By Rail | from £629 |
Itinerary - 4 Night Holiday By Air + Rail
Days 1-2
Take Eurostar from London to Paris, where you transfer onto the train to Zurich. On arrival in Zurich check-in at the Hotel du Théâtre.
The Hotel du Théâtre in Zurich is a historic hotel which was a theatre during the 1950s.The hotel has 50 contemporary and individually designed and furnished bedrooms, a cinema, an audio book library and a relaxing lounge. The hotel is in the centre of old Zurich. A short walk from the train station.
Day 2 - Travel through the Alps to Desenzano
Swiss Alps by Train
Take the train from Zurich, which travels through the scenic Swiss Alps to Desenzano. You will travel through snowy passes, over vast viaducts, and alongside lakes. Enjoy views of traditional Swiss villages, lush mountain meadows and glimpses of waterfalls.
Days 2-5 - Desenzano
On arrival in Desenzano check-in at the Villa Rosa Hotel.
The Villa Rosa Hotel is an elegant hotel with 62 neo-classical style bedrooms, every bedroom has a private balcony. The hotel has a swimming pool, fitness centre and a bar. The hotel is set on the shore of Lake Garda, near to the historic town of Desenzano.
Day 5 - Desenzano to London
Take the train from Desenzano to Verona, where you take a flight with British Airways in Euro Traveller Class to London.
Zurich
Located on the shore of Lake Zurich, Zurich has plenty of activities to suit every visitor. Shop along the famous Bahnhofstrasse, relax beside the lake, absorb the culture in the Kunsthaus Zürich or visit the zoo.
Desenzano
Situated on the southern shore of the picturesque Lake Garda in northern Italy, Desenzano is a charming town, with good beaches and views across the lake.
Turin
The foodie capital of Italy, Turin is a cultural gem. Sample the gourmet delights in one of the many restaurants, visit Italy's National Cinema Museum set in the Mole Antonelliana.
Hotel du Théâtre 
The Hotel du Théâtre in Zurich is a historic hotel which was a theatre during the 1950s.The hotel has 50 contemporary and individually designed and furnished bedrooms, a cinema, an audio book library and a relaxing lounge. The hotel is in the centre of old Zurich. A short walk from the train station.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Lift
- Bar
- Concierge
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Villa Rosa Hotel 
The Villa Rosa Hotel is an elegant hotel with 62 neo-classical style bedrooms, every bedroom has a private balcony. The hotel has a swimming pool, fitness centre and a bar. The hotel is set on the shore of Lake Garda, near to the historic town of Desenzano.
Hotel Facilities
- Swimming Pool
- Bar
- Fitness Centre
- Restaurant
- Terrace
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Minibar
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
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4 Night Holiday By Air + Rail
This package includes Eurostar travel from London to Paris, onward train travel from Paris to Zurich, 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Zurich, train travel from Zurich to Desenzano, 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Desenzano, train travel from Desenzano to Verona, British Airways flight in Euro Traveller Class from Verona to London.
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Add extra nights to your holiday, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your holiday!
Terms
Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room, and based on best price British Airways flights in Euro Traveller Class.
Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay
by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
Holidays including flights are operated by our sister company Travel Definitions Limited which is ATOL protected, number 9040.
Supplements apply: 30-31 Dec 2010.
Supplements apply and minimum 3 night stay: 31 Dec 2010.
Itinerary - 5 Night Holiday By Rail
Days 1-2
Take Eurostar from London to Paris, where you transfer onto the train to Zurich. On arrival in Zurich check-in at the Hotel du Théâtre.
The Hotel du Théâtre in Zurich is a historic hotel which was a theatre during the 1950s.The hotel has 50 contemporary and individually designed and furnished bedrooms, a cinema, an audio book library and a relaxing lounge. The hotel is in the centre of old Zurich. A short walk from the train station.
Day 2 - Travel through the Alps to Desenzano
Swiss Alps by Train
Take the train from Zurich, which travels through the scenic Swiss Alps to Desenzano. You will travel through snowy passes, over vast viaducts, and alongside lakes. Enjoy views of traditional Swiss villages, lush mountain meadows and glimpses of waterfalls.
Days 2-5 - Desenzano
On arrival in Desenzano check-in at the Villa Rosa Hotel.
The Villa Rosa Hotel is an elegant hotel with 62 neo-classical style bedrooms, every bedroom has a private balcony. The hotel has a swimming pool, fitness centre and a bar. The hotel is set on the shore of Lake Garda, near to the historic town of Desenzano.
Day 5 - Turin
Take the train from Desenzano via Milan to Turin, the journey time is approximately 3-4 hours). On arrival check-in at the Mercure Torino Crystal Palace.
The Mercure Torino Crystal Palace hotel in Turin is a modern hotel with 67 rooms and suites. The hotel also has an American bar. The hotel is located in the heart of Turin, right next to Porta Nuova train station.
Day 6 - Turin to London
Take the train from Turin to Paris, where you transfer onto the Eurostar to london.
Zurich
Located on the shore of Lake Zurich, Zurich has plenty of activities to suit every visitor. Shop along the famous Bahnhofstrasse, relax beside the lake, absorb the culture in the Kunsthaus Zürich or visit the zoo.
Desenzano
Situated on the southern shore of the picturesque Lake Garda in northern Italy, Desenzano is a charming town, with good beaches and views across the lake.
Turin
The foodie capital of Italy, Turin is a cultural gem. Sample the gourmet delights in one of the many restaurants, visit Italy's National Cinema Museum set in the Mole Antonelliana.
Hotel du Théâtre
The Hotel du Théâtre in Zurich is a historic hotel which was a theatre during the 1950s.The hotel has 50 contemporary and individually designed and furnished bedrooms, a cinema, an audio book library and a relaxing lounge. The hotel is in the centre of old Zurich. A short walk from the train station.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Lift
- Bar
- Concierge
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Villa Rosa Hotel
The Villa Rosa Hotel is an elegant hotel with 62 neo-classical style bedrooms, every bedroom has a private balcony. The hotel has a swimming pool, fitness centre and a bar. The hotel is set on the shore of Lake Garda, near to the historic town of Desenzano.
Hotel Facilities
- Swimming Pool
- Bar
- Fitness Centre
- Restaurant
- Terrace
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Minibar
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Mercure Torino Crystal Palace
The Mercure Torino Crystal Palace hotel in Turin is a modern hotel with 67 rooms and suites. The hotel also has an American bar. The hotel is located in the heart of Turin, right next to Porta Nuova train station.
Please note: There are currently construction works outside the hotel.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Bar
- Wake up calls
- Laundry
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
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SignSign at Hotel du Théâtre
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BedroomBedroom at Hotel du Théâtre
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ReceptionReception at Hotel du Théâtre
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Breakfast RoomBreakfast Room at Hotel du Théâtre
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ExteriorExterior at Villa Rosa Hotel
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Hotel du Théâtre
“ Comfortable smallish 3* rooms with a touch of style on the edge of the old town. ”
Richard - May 2009
Mercure Torino Crystal Palace
“ Perfect for stopovers due to it's proximity to Porta Nuova Station - for a longer break we have other hotels to make the most of Turin ”
Matthew - Sep 2009
5 Night Holiday By Rail
This package includes Eurostar travel from London to Paris, onward train travel from Paris to Zurich, 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Zurich, train travel from Zurich to Desenzano, 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Desenzano, train travel from Desenzano to Turin, 1 night hotel accommodation in Turin, train travel from Turin to Paris, and Eurostar travel from Paris to London.
Price per person for 5 night holiday:
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More dates and prices available – please call for details.
Add extra nights to your holiday, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your holiday!
Terms
Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room, and based on best price British Airways flights in Euro Traveller Class.
Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay
by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
Supplements apply: 20-27 Oct 2010, 30-31 Dec 2010.
Supplements apply and minimum 3 night stay: 31 Dec 2010.
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Hotel du Théâtre
“ Comfortable smallish 3* rooms with a touch of style on the edge of the old town. ”
Richard - May 2009