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Switzerland has so much to offer the discerning traveller; beautiful Alpine scenery, world-class service; fabulous cuisine; numerous museums; concert halls; opera houses and a rail network that is the envy of the rest of Europe. We have selected hotels in our favourite lakeside and mountain locations, each is perfect for a restorative short break and can be effortlessly combined with a stunning scenic rail journey.
Short Break
Lugarno, Switzerland
The grande dame of Lugano for over a century, the Splendide Royal is still the best hotel in the centre of town. The spacious public areas retain a slightly faded elegance from the golden era of travel at the end of the 19th Century.
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Concierge
Short Break
Bern, Switzerland
deluxe
The Schweizerhof has a great location next to the station in the heart of the Old Town and a legacy going back 150 years.
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Kirker Concierge
Short Break
Zurich, Switzerland
Located in the heart of the old town, fronting directly onto the River Limmat, this traditional luxury hotel has been recently renovated to introduce an element of modern design to the original historic features.
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Kirker Concierge
Short Break
Interlaken, Switzerland
Dating back to the 14th century, the Hotel Interlaken has an elegant façade whilst the interior combines historic features with modern design.
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Rail
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Kirker Concierge
Short Break
St Moritz, Switzerland
superior
This traditional hotel is just five minutes’ walk from the Chantarella funicular and has 82 bedrooms, some with balconies and wonderful views of St. Moritz Lake and the Engadin mountains.
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Rail
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Kirker Concierge
Short Break
Zermatt, Switzerland
deluxe
This historic hotel dates back to 1876 when the oldest families of the village decided to work together and build a hotel to make the most of the burgeoning tourist trade. The result is a grand hotel on a more intimate scale and in the traditional Alpine style with a commanding position in the centre of Zermatt.
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Kirker Concierge
Short Break
Zermatt, Switzerland
superior
The Julen is a charming, traditional alpine chalet in the heart of Zermatt.
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Kirker Concierge
Short Break
Zurich, Switzerland
The Glockenhof offers good quality accommodation in an excellent location in the heart of the city; it is next to the Bahnhofstrasse shopping street and just 10 minutes’ walk from the main train station.
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Kirker Concierge
Short Break
Wengen, Switzerland
superior
Located in a picturesque and quiet location just above the village and surrounded by its own gardens, the Beausite Park has wonderful views of Wengen and the Jungfrau.
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Kirker Concierge
Short Break
Sils Maria, Switzerland
Perched in a wonderful position above the village of Sils Maria, in between two lakes and flanked by mountains and forests – the views from Waldhaus Sils are truly spectacular. Opened in 1908, this historic grand hotel is still owned and run by the same family ensuring a very personal, friendly and altogether Swiss experience.
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Kirker Concierge
Cultural Tours & Music Holidays
Lausanne
Switzerland is justly celebrated for its world-class hospitality, spectacular mountain railways and serene lakeside towns, but few outsiders are aware of the exceptional wines produced here, as less than 2% of Swiss wine production is exported.
Wine Holidays
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Cultural Tours & Music Holidays
Geneva
Join readers of New Scientist magazine to discover the world's greatest physics laboratory, accompanied by particle physicist Darren Price.
Science
5 nights price from £3579 per person
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Guest Lectures
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Tailor-made Holiday
Basel, Lucerne, Interlaken, Montreux, Paris
This flight-free itinerary combines high-speed Eurostar and TGV to reach Basel in around 6 ½ hours via Paris. Visit one of the many art galleries before continuing to Lucerne, from where you may ascend mountains, cruise the crystal-clear waters or meander the mediaeval streets.
8 nights from £3,698 per person
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Rail tickets
Transfers in Paris
Accommodation in Basel
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Tailor-made Holiday
Lucerne, Interlaken, Lausanne
For the ultimate lakes and mountains experience we recommend combining Lucerne, Interlaken and Lausanne using Switzerland's efficient and scenic rail network.
7 nights from £2,998 per person
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Flights
Rail Pass
Accommodation in Lucerne
Accommodation in Interlaken
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Our expert reservations team regularly travel to a wide range of destinations to explore new cities, visit hotels and to research museums, galleries and restaurants so that we can offer the most up-to-date advice and recommendations.
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