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Christmas in the Wonderful Swiss Alps
7 Days Starting and ending in France
Visiting: France, Collombey, Geneva, Zermatt, Gstaad
Tour operator:
Tour code:
w7xsa
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Interests:
Cultural, Festive and New Year, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Rail Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Experience the magic of Christmas in the Swiss Alps with this enchanting tour. Begin your journey with a local departure by coach, traveling through Northern France to the heart of Switzerland. Discover Geneva's cosmopolitan charm and the iconic Jet d'Eau fountain. Immerse yourself in the festive spirit at Montreux's Christmas market, nestled amidst snow-capped Alps. Explore the picturesque village of Zermatt, set against the backdrop of the majestic Matterhorn, and enjoy a cog railway ride to the Gornergrat for breathtaking views. Travel on the GoldenPass panoramic train to Gstaad, and visit the Gruyeres Cheese Factory for a taste of authentic Swiss cheese. Stay at the cozy Alp Art Hotel in Collombey, where breakfast and dinner are included, and celebrate with a special Christmas dinner featuring live entertainment. This unforgettable holiday combines stunning scenery, cultural experiences, and festive cheer in the heart of Switzerland.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Dec 22
Location: France
Local departure by coach or home connect service, then to Northern France for an overnight stay.
Day 2 : Dec 23
Location: Collombey
Accommodation Name: Alp Art Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We continue to our hotel In Collombey on the edge of the Swiss Alps, the Alp Art Hotel arriving in time for dinner.
Day 3 : Christmas Eve Geneva and Montreux
Location: Geneva
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning we will visit Switzerland’s most cosmopolitan city, Geneva, situated on the sparkling shores of Lake Geneva. Visit the old town and, of course, the world-famous water fountain Jet d’Eau which can be spotted from far away with its incredible height of 140 metres. We will then continue to Montreux, which is nestled in a sheltered bay, surrounded by snow-covered Alps. Experience the magical Christmas atmosphere with its glittering lights and discover the ambience of one of Switzerland's most beautiful Christmas markets. With all its attractions and more than 150 richly decorated chalets, the market is truly overflowing with gifts (Christmas market dates subject to confirmation).
Day 4 : Christmas Day Zermatt and the Gornergrat Railway
Location: Zermatt
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Merry Christmas! After breakfast we make the journey to Täsch where we board the shuttle train to Zermatt. The famous Alpine village lies at the foot of the Matterhorn – probably the world’s most famous mountain. Zermatt has preserved its original character and the traditional chalets which are lit up with twinkling coloured lights make Zermatt an idyllic picture of festivity. After some free time, we take the cog railway to the Gornergrat to enjoy the Panorama of the famous Matterhorn. In the afternoon, we take the train back to Täsch and travel by coach back to the hotel, where this evening we enjoy a Christmas dinner with live entertainment.
Day 5 : Boxing Day GoldenPass Panoramic Train, Gstaad and Gruyeres Cheese Factory
Location: Gstaad
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, we drive to Montreux and board the GoldenPass panoramic train to Gstaad, enjoying the amazing scenery along the way. Gstaad is a village in the Bernese Oberland located at 1,050m and the car-free village centre is lined with numerous exclusive shops, restaurants and hotels. All houses are built in chalet style, which gives the place a special charm. This afternoon we visit the famous cheese dairy in Gruyeres. In addition to a small sample of the cheese, during an audio guide tour you will learn about the production of this famous Swiss cheese.
Day 6 : Dec 27
Location: France
Meals Included: Breakfast
We depart the hotel this morning and travel to our overnight in northern France.
Day 7 : Dec 28
Location: France
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Alp Art Hotel in Collombey, offering wonderful views of the Swiss Alps. Overnight hotels in northern France will be in city-style hotels.
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Meals
Breakfast and dinner are included during the stay at the Alp Art Hotel.
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Transportation
Local departure by coach or home connect service, and travel by coach to various destinations including Northern France and Switzerland.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately.
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Optional Activities
Any optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes local departure by coach or home connect service to Northern France, followed by a journey to Switzerland. It features shuttle train rides to Zermatt and the Gornergrat, as well as the GoldenPass panoramic train to Gstaad.Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Alp Art Hotel in Collombey, offering wonderful views of the Swiss Alps.Overnight hotels in northern France will be in city-style hotels.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Alp Art Hotel in Collombey, offering wonderful views of the Swiss Alps. Overnight hotels in northern France will be in city-style hotels.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, breakfast and dinner are included during the stay at the Alp Art Hotel.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour includes local departure by coach or home connect service to Northern France, followed by a journey to Switzerland. It features shuttle train rides to Zermatt and the Gornergrat, as well as the GoldenPass panoramic train to Gstaad.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes visits to Geneva, Montreux, Zermatt, the Gornergrat Railway, and the Gruyeres Cheese Factory. Additionally, there is a Christmas dinner with live entertainment.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately.
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What can I expect during the visit to the Gruyeres Cheese Factory?
During the visit to the Gruyeres Cheese Factory, you will have an audio guide tour where you will learn about the production of Swiss cheese and enjoy a small sample of the cheese.
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What is special about the visit to Zermatt?
Zermatt is a famous Alpine village at the foot of the Matterhorn, known for preserving its original character. The traditional chalets are lit up with twinkling colored lights, creating an idyllic festive atmosphere.
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Do I have to do the excursions?
Certain excursions are included in the price of your holiday. If you choose not to go on an included excursion, for whatever reason, no refunds will be made.
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How much are the optional excursions?
This depends on which tour you book. Prices are given with the itinerary for the tour and sent out with Travel Documents 5 days before departure.
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Do I need to have travel insurance?
If you are a British citizen and are going on a UK holiday, you are not required to have insurance. If you are a non-British citizen and are going on a UK holiday, you are required to have an insurance policy in place or return a signed indemnity form to us prior to travel. For all travellers on European tours, you must either have a travel insurance policy in place or return a signed insurance indemnity form to us prior to travel.
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Will there be a toilet on-board the coach?
All main tour coaches have on-board toilets. Transfer vehicles to and from the interchange may not have on-board toilets.
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Can I pay for the optional excursions when I make my booking?
Optional excursions can be booked with your coach driver or Tour Manager and operate strictly subject to availability and demand. Some optional excursions are pre-bookable due to demand when making your reservation. The running order of included and optional excursions may be altered without prior notice.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, we do not. However, we only ever charge a supplement if a hotelier imposes this charge to us as a company. Single room supplements are a bone of contention within the travel industry and we would like to assure you that we proactively seek accommodation with low or no single room supplements for our guests.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive a detailed itinerary alongside travel documents, and these will be sent 5 days prior to travel.
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Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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