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St Gallen - Abbey District

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Highlights

Explore Switzerland's oldest city and one of the most authentic, Chur. The city was first established in the 13th century and with its exceptional location, takes history to a while new level.

Mount Rigi, known as the "Queen of the Mountains". One of the most popular alpine excursions in Switzerland. The summit offers breath‐taking 360‐degree views over 13 lakes. A short cruise on Lake Lucerne will connect at Vitznau where the cogwheel train climbs to the summit.

Take the world‐famous Glacier Express to Zermatt. Enjoy some of the spectacular scenery Switzerland has to offer. Along the deep Rhone valley, the Glacier Express travels through an incredibly fascinating part of the Alps.

Take the Voralpen Express and journey to Eastern Switzerland and to St. Gallen, whose Abbey district is a UNESCO world heritage site. The train traverses the 99 metre high Sitter Viaduct and the rolling landscapes of the "Toggenburg".

7 days

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Overview

Start your journey in the lovely city of Lucerne. See the iconic Chapel Bridge, one of the oldest wooden footbridges in Europe, and enjoy a relaxing stroll along the sparkling Lake Lucerne. Join an exciting trip to Mount Rigi, known as the “Queen of the Mountains”. The Voralpen Express will then take you to St. Gallen, with a medieval charm, a compact metropolis set between Lake Constance and Appenzellerland. Discover its traffic-free old town, the monastery district and the Abbey Library, a UNESCO world heritage site.

Continue onto Chur, the pretty alpine town which have many relaxing views of mountains, streams and forests. Then take the Glacier Express to the car-free village of Zermatt which offers a rich variety of mountain romance 365 days a year. From the icy blue winter, to fresh turquoise in spring, to glistening summer and the glowing palette of autumn - Zermatt remains exceptional no matter the season.

Inclusions

2 nights in Lucerne in a 5* Hotel

1 night in St.Gallen in a 5* Hotel

1 night in Chur in a 5* Hotel

2 nights in Zermatt in a 5* Hotel

8 Day Swiss Travel Pass in 1st class

Daily Breakfast

Glacier Express from Chur to Zermatt with seat reservation

Voralpen Express from Lucerne to St.Gallen

Self-guided excursion to Mount Rigi

Lucerne Guest Card

Freedom of Choice Days

Freedom of Choice

Our Freedom of Choice program offers flexibility, by allowing you to choose from different options on pre-selected days.

Our per person price includes one tour on each Freedom of Choice day, as follows:

One "Freedom of Choice" tour on day 3
One "Freedom of Choice" tour on day 6

Expand the itinerary below for more details.

Please note, if more than one room is selected during the booking process, our team will contact you afterwards to discuss options.

Itinerary

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Day 1 Lucerne

Independent travel to Lucerne.

Known as the gateway to central Switzerland. Lucerne is situated on the famous lake with its namesake and is embedded within an impressive mountainous panorama. Thanks to its attractions, its souvenirs and watch shops, the beautiful lakeside setting and the nearby mountains Lucerne remains one of the most popular places to visit in Switzerland.

Highlights of the city include the fully restored Chapel Bridge – one of Europe’s oldest wooden bridges and landmark of Lucerne.

Overnight stay in Lucerne in a 5-Star Hotel.

Chapel Bridge, Lucerne

Day 2 Lucerne Mount Rigi Lucerne

Breakfast at the hotel.

Self-guided xcursion to Mount Rigi, known as the "Queen of the Mountains". One of the most popular alpine excursions in Switzerland. The summit offers breath‐taking 360‐degree views over 13 lakes. A short cruise on Lake Lucerne will connect at Vitznau where you will board the cogwheel train that climbs to the summit. Return via cogwheel on the other side to Arth Goldau and onwards to Lucerne.

Overnight stay in Lucerne in a 5-Star Hotel.

Breakfast

Mount Rigi overlooking Lake Lucerne

Day 3 Lucerne St. Gallen

Breakfast at the hotel.

Board the Voralpen Express and journey to Eastern Switzerland and to St. Gallen, whose Abbey district is a UNESCO world heritage site. The train traverses the 99 metre high Sitter Viaduct and the rolling landscapes of the "Toggenburg".

In the early afternoon, enjoy one of your pre-selected Freedom of Choice option.

Overnight stay in St. Gallen in a 5-Star Hotel.

Breakfast

Freedom of Choice Options

Appenzeller Dairy Show :
Visit a traditional Appenzell cheese dairy. Independent travel by bus to the heart of the unspoiled hilly landscape of the pre‐Alps, where the famous Appenzeller cheese is made: in the demonstration area of the dairy show, you will find out why Appenzeller cheese is the most full‐flavoured cheese.

St Gallen City Walking Tour:
Discover the historic old town of St. Gallen on a guided walking tour to learn about the city and its great history.

Appenzeller Dairy Show, St. Gallen

Day 4 St. Gallen Chur

Breakfast at the hotel.

Independent travel by train to the capital of Graubunden and the oldest town in Switzerland. Chur has a history dating back 5,000 years. The historic Old Town is very much worth visiting and is completely car‐free. Enjoy the cultural and culinary amenities of this Alpine town!

Overnight stay in Chur in a 5-Star Hotel.

Breakfast

Chur

Day 5 Chur Zermatt

Breakfast at the hotel.

Take the world‐famous Glacier Express to Zermatt. Enjoy some of the spectacular scenery Switzerland has to offer. Along the deep Rhône Valley, the Glacier Express travels through an incredibly fascinating part of the Alps.

Overnight stay in Zermatt in a 5-Star Hotel.

Breakfast

Glacier Express

Day 6 Zermatt

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy one of you pre-selected Freedom of Choice options.

Overnight stay in Zermatt in a 5-Star Hotel.

Breakfast

Freedom of Choice Options

Gornergrat Self-guided Excursion:
Self-guided Excursion. Gornergrat, one of the most famous and truly spectacular experiences combining a cogwheel train ride from Zermatt to an altitude of 3089m. An iconic view of the Matterhorn awaits, along with 29 other 4,000m peaks. There are several stops on the way which are starting points for various hiking and walking trails.

Matterhorn Glacier Paradise self-guided excursion:
Visit the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. One of the highest vantage points in Europe at 3,883m ‐ right next to the Matterhorn. A series of gondolas and cable cars are taken to the summit where breathtaking views await. The Glacier Palace is a highlight where a mystical world of ice and snow showcase impressive sculptures made of ice.

Gornergrat Railway, Matterhorn

Day 7 Zermatt

Breakfast at your hotel.

Today your journey ends. Indpendent travel back to your ending point in Switzerland.

Breakfast

Additional information

Please be advised that the seat reservation for the Glacier Express is non-refundable once confirmed. An additional deposit will be necessary to secure this service, and our team will reach out to you with further information.
We work with a selection of hotels in each location. All bookings are subject to availability, which means our team will confirm your specific hotels upon confirmation and payment of deposit. The package price is based on 4-star accommodation. Itinerary bookable in reverse.
Blackout dates may apply.
Covers unlimited travel by train, bus and boat from days 1 ‐ 7

Excluded

International airfares and taxes
Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
Visa expenses, processing and issuance fees
Meals other than as specified in our holiday package
Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.),
Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurant or boat staff, etc.
Or any other travel expense that has not been included in our holiday package

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Who are Entire Travel Group?

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Entire Travel Group is proudly Australian family owned and operated and as it stands today represents 50 years of experience, progress, and evolution. We proudly support the community with our long-term commitment to many important charity organisations. We were awarded the best operator in our class at the most recent National Travel Industry Awards.

Is Entire Travel Group industry accredited?

Entire Travel Group is both ATAS and CATO Accredited. ATAS is actively administered by the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA). The Council of Australian Tour Operators (CATO) is the trade association representing the land supply sector of the Australian Travel Industry.

Does Entire Travel Group have industry awards?

Entire Travel Group was honoured at the 2023 National Travel Industry Awards with Most Oustanding Wholesaler - Product / Service.

As our team works tirelessly to deliver exceptional holiday experiences, it was exciting to have this acknowledged with the highest recognition. The award is also a testament to the quality of our partners around the globe, and we take this opportunity to thank them for their tremendous support of our customers.

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In some cases, we are the sole representative in Australia for the overseas travel operator. In other circumstances the product developed has been exclusively built for Entire Travel Group and can’t be found elsewhere.

What’s unique about Entire Travel Group Holiday Packages?

They are not group tours with set departures - they are pre-designed, purpose built, independent holiday packages full of unique and memorable experiences.
Our holiday packages have been exclusively built for us in collaboration with our handpicked suppliers, who also offer full on-ground support for the clients.
We are offering unique travel experiences which cannot be found elsewhere.
Many packages include our “Freedom of Choice” options which allow you to tailor the holiday experience. Like a sommelier matching wine to a meal, we have used our experience to carefully select and offer the right experiences in each location.
They include our Peace of Mind Booking Plan.
A wide selection of our packages are compliant with the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Covid Safe Travels.

Our motto for Independent Holiday Packages is start your holiday when and with who you want!

Our Independent Holiday Packages are NOT group tours with set departure dates. Group Tours have specific set departure dates, and of course, you are travelling with unknown passengers in a coach. These tours are great for certain travellers and there are many reputable tour operators providing a wide range of options around the world.

At Entire Travel Group, our focus is Independent Holiday Packages. Available daily, they are pre-designed, purpose built, packaged itineraries full of memorable experiences delivered by our hand-picked local partners.

Our holidays suit every demographic, from couples to singles, to retirees to families and everyone else in between.

Why travel with Entire Travel Group?

Of Entire Travel Group's attributes, we have settled on "When Experience Matters" as the quality we believe adds the most value to our customers. We have the experience to ensure your itinerary makes the dream holiday possible. Our continually enhanced technology allows our team to provide a quality customer service experience, and our partnerships with outstanding operators ensure we are confident of the on-ground experience for our customers.

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How does the Peace of Mind Booking Plan work?

Our Peace of Mind Booking Plan allows you to book with confidence in the new international travel environment. With low deposits, a cooling off period and a flexibility period where you can cancel and rebook later, we really do have you covered.

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Is there a cooling-off period?

Look for packages with our Peace of Mind Booking Plan logo on the website.

We understand that occasionally plans may change, so we give you the confidence to proceed with a cooling off period.
You may cancel for any reason within 7 days, where you will receive a 100% refund of your $100 per person deposit.

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What is Freedom of Choice?

At Entire Travel Group we understand that our customers have their own personal tastes and interests - so throughout our packages look for “Freedom of Choice” which gives you the ability to tailor your holiday from the various experiences offered on selected days. Like a sommelier matching wine to a meal, we have used our experience to carefully select and offer the right experiences in each location.

The Freedom of Choice options are included in the package price, and the price remains the same regardless of the choice you make on each day.

Our Freedom of Choice program offers flexibility, by allowing you to choose from different options on pre-selected days in the itinerary.

Our per person price includes one tour on each Freedom of Choice day in the itinerary.
The price of the package remains the same regardless of the choice you make on each day.

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Book Now offers you the ability to make a reservation on our website for Holiday Packages that include our Peace of Mind Booking Plan. But it’s not just a static offer – you have complete flexibility from travel dates, passenger numbers, single supplements, room upgrades, optional extras, flexible booking terms and more.

Our team will contact our overseas suppliers and confirm all arrangements.
A Confirmation from our reservation system will be sent in the coming days.
The Booking Number on this confirmation supersedes the website reference.

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Can you book my international airfares?

On some Islands Holiday Packages (e.g. Fiji), it is practical to include flights, so where we have done this it is indicated by the plane icon.

However, on the majority of our Holiday Packages, we do not include international flights.

We found that many customers may prefer to:

Travel on a specific airline of their choice
Have the flexibility to book flights with Frequent Flyer points
Select flight dates that may be different to our Holiday Package start/end dates
Use a Travel Credit already held with the airline
Use their travel agent for this service

We are able to assist with flights on any Holiday Package, so please just notify us during the Book Now process or contact our team.

Should I take travel insurance?

Travel insurance is strongly recommended. During the Book Now process please confirm you require assistance, and our team will be in contact with you.

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