Swiss Mountain Top Views & St Anton Retreat
Pilatus Kulm Hotel © PILATUS-BAHNEN AG
Pilatus Cogwheel Train © PILATUS-BAHNEN AG
Innsbruck
The Chapel Bridge, Lucerne
St Gallen
Pilatus Cable Car © PILATUS-BAHNEN AG
This 6-day twin centre tour is a wonderful opportunity to soak up both Austria and Switzerland’s stunning mountain scenery and picturesque alpine resorts combined with visits to the cities of St Gallen and Innsbruck. We’ll explore the pretty medieval streets, baroque architecture, palaces and beautiful cultural landmarks. Imagine waking up to a view that will make your guests feel on top of the world!
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive in Lucerne and ascend to our mountain-top hotel by funicular.
Day 2 Golden Round Trip
Today we will experience the famous Golden Round trip for incredible views of the spectacular mountain scenery and photo opportunities along the way. We start our journey by descending by cable car to Kriens. From there, we board our coach to travel into the stunning lakeside town of Lucerne with time to explore – known for its medieval architecture and pretty Chapel Bridge. Our return journey is made by boat to the pretty town of Alpnachstad before we make our final journey aboard the funicular railway and ascend to our hotel.
Day 3 St Gallen and St Anton
This morning, we will travel to St Gallen where we will have free time to explore the city rich in historical and cultural sights. The old town’s Abbey Library has one of the most impressive collections of medieval manuscripts whilst the baroque styled cathedral is an 18th century masterpiece. There is also a wide choice of places to stop for lunch and shopping. In the afternoon, we leave St Gallen for the final leg of our journey to the Austrian resort of St Anton and check into our hotel.
Day 4 St Anton Driver’s Day Off
Today we spend the day at leisure in the resort of St Anton. Browse the shops or relax at one of the many cafés to enjoy views of the mountains and typically Tyrolean wooden houses. We can take advantage of our St Anton Summer Card which includes entrance to St Anton Museum and the complimentary use of local bus services. The St Anton Museum tells the story of the history of skiing and local life in the mountains.
Day 5 Innsbruck
This morning, we travel to the picturesque city of Innsbruck in Austria’s Tyrol region. On arrival, we will meet a local guide for a one hour guided walking tour of the Old Town including the city’s most famous sight, the Golden Roof. Afterwards, we have time to discover the city’s rich heritage including beautiful Baroque churches, narrow winding streets, unique shops and gabled houses. Or head for the opulent Hofburg Palace or funicular railway which takes you to the foot of the Nordkette Mountains. We then return to the hotel mid-afternoon.
Day 6 Departure
After breakfast, we begin our journey home.
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive in Lucerne and ascend to our mountain-top hotel by funicular.
Day 2 Golden Round Trip
Today we will experience the famous Golden Round trip for incredible views of the spectacular mountain scenery and photo opportunities along the way. We start our journey by descending by cable car to Kriens. From there, we board our coach to travel into the stunning lakeside town of Lucerne with time to explore – known for its medieval architecture and pretty Chapel Bridge. Our return journey is made by boat to the pretty town of Alpnachstad before we make our final journey aboard the funicular railway and ascend to our hotel.
Day 3 St Gallen and St Anton
This morning, we will travel to St Gallen where we will have free time to explore the city rich in historical and cultural sights. The old town’s Abbey Library has one of the most impressive collections of medieval manuscripts whilst the baroque styled cathedral is an 18th century masterpiece. There is also a wide choice of places to stop for lunch and shopping. In the afternoon, we leave St Gallen for the final leg of our journey to the Austrian resort of St Anton and check into our hotel.
Day 4 St Anton Driver’s Day Off
Today we spend the day at leisure in the resort of St Anton. Browse the shops or relax at one of the many cafés to enjoy views of the mountains and typically Tyrolean wooden houses. We can take advantage of our St Anton Summer Card which includes entrance to St Anton Museum and the complimentary use of local bus services. The St Anton Museum tells the story of the history of skiing and local life in the mountains.
Day 5 Innsbruck
This morning, we travel to the picturesque city of Innsbruck in Austria’s Tyrol region. On arrival, we will meet a local guide for a one hour guided walking tour of the Old Town including the city’s most famous sight, the Golden Roof. Afterwards, we have time to discover the city’s rich heritage including beautiful Baroque churches, narrow winding streets, unique shops and gabled houses. Or head for the opulent Hofburg Palace or funicular railway which takes you to the foot of the Nordkette Mountains. We then return to the hotel mid-afternoon.
Day 6 Departure
After breakfast, we begin our journey home.
Pilatus Kulm Hotel
Mount Pilatus, Lucerne, Switzerland
In an incredible mountain top location on Pilatus Kulm, this historic hotel dating back to the 1890s enjoys breathtaking mountain views. With a major refurbishment, the hotel offers comfortable guest rooms all with tea/coffee making facilities, TV, hairdryer, free Wi-Fi and bathroom toiletries. Offering a warm welcome and attentive service, the hotel also features two restaurants including the Queen Victoria and a bar.
Sporthotel St Anton
St Anton am Arlberg, Tyrol
The 4 star, family-run Sporthotel occupies a traditional Tyrolean building in the pedestrianised centre of the mountain town of St Anton, and is known for its warm hospitality. The comfortable bedrooms are tastefully furnished in an Alpine-country
style and are all equipped with a TV and hairdryer. Dining-wise, the hotel offers a steakhouse and a comfortable bar with wine cellar and a café-restaurant, where
guests can enjoy Austrian specialities. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam bath and infra-red cabin.
• Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is off-site & free of charge
Pilatus Kulm Hotel
Mount Pilatus, Lucerne, Switzerland
Nights 1 & 2 Half Board
Sporthotel St Anton
St Anton, Vorarlberg, Austria
Nights 3, 4, & 5 Half Board
Inclusions
• Return short sea crossing
• Ticket for Golden Trip excursion on 1 day
• St Anton Summer Card
• 1 hour guided walking tour of Innsbruck
Please refer to your quote for hotel inclusions.
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