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Mangata TravelTravel Concierge612-708-5121http://mangatatravel.combeth@mangatatravel.com
A Swiss Alps AdventureOCT 13, 2016 - OCT 24, 2016
Page 2 of 19TRIP SUMMARY
3:13 PM Depart from MSP Airport - Minneapolis Airport
6:20 AM Arrive at Amsterdam Airport - Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
9:35 AM Depart from Amsterdam Airport - Schiphol
11:05 AM Arrive at Zurich Airport - Airport
12:47 PM Train From Zurich Airport to Lucerne - Zurich Airport Train Station
Check in at Hotel Des Balances - Hotel Des Balances
Enjoy Beautiful Lucerne and Its Surroundings - Lucerne
Check out at Hotel Des Balances - Hotel Des Balances
Golden Pass Panoramic Train - Montreux
8:05 AM Golden Pass Panorama Train From Lucerne to Interlaken Ost - Interlaken
1:08 PM Golden Pass Panorama From Interlaken Ost to Zweisimmen - Zweisimmen
2:25 PM Golden Pass Panorama Train From Zweisimmen to Montreux - Montreux
Check in at Fairmont Le Montreux Palace - Fairmont Le Montreux Palace
Montreux Options - Castle
Check out at Fairmont Le Montreux Palace - Fairmont Le Montreux Palace
Montreux to Zermatt Train - Zermatt
9:10 AM Train From Montreux to Visp
10:41 AM Train From Visp to Zermatt
Check in at Hotel Testa Grigia - Hotel Testa Grigia
Gornergrat Excursion - Gornergrat
Travel to Switzerland - October 13
Lucerne - October 14
Lucerne - October 15
Montreux - October 16
Montreux - October 17
Zermatt - October 18
Zermatt - October 19
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Check out at Hotel Testa Grigia - Hotel Testa Grigia
The Glacier Express Train Journey - Glacier Express
8:52 AM Glacier Express Panorama Train From Zermatt to St Moritz - Glacier Express
Check in at Hauser Hotel, St. Moritz - Hauser Hotel, St. Moritz
The Bernina Express - Bernina/ Glacier Express
9:30 AM Bernina Express Train From St Moritz to Tirano - Bernina/ Glacier Express
2:03 PM Bernina Express Train from Tirano to St Moritz - Bernina/ Glacier Express
Check out at Hauser Hotel, St. Moritz - Hauser Hotel, St. Moritz
9:57 AM Train From St. Moritz to Zurich - Zürich
Check in at B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa - B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa
Enjoy a Day of Leisure in Zurich - Zürich
Check out at B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa - B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa
1:35 PM Depart from Zurich Airport - Airport
4:49 PM Arrive at JFK International Airport - John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
6:40 PM Depart from JFK - John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
8:59 PM Arrive at MSP Airport - Minneapolis Airport
St. Moritz - October 20
St. Moritz - October 21
Zurich - October 22
Sunday - October 23
Monday - October 24
Page 4 of 19TRAVEL TO SWITZERLAND - OCTOBER 13
LUCERNE - OCTOBER 14
3:13 PM
Departure
Depart from MSP Airport
CONFIRMATION NUMBER
2DKBCOAIRLINE
KLMFLIGHT NUMBER
6064
Minneapolis AirportMinneapolis, MN, US
6:20 AM
Arrival
Arrive at Amsterdam Airport
CONFIRMATION NUMBER
2DKBCOAIRLINE
KLMFLIGHT NUMBER
6064
Amsterdam Airport SchipholAmsterdam Airport Schiphol, North Holland,NL, 1118
9:35 AM
Departure
Depart from Amsterdam Airport
CONFIRMATION NUMBER
2DKBCOAIRLINE
KLMFLIGHT NUMBER
1957
SchipholSchiphol, North Holland, NL
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11:05 AM
Arrival
Arrive at Zurich Airport
CONFIRMATION NUMBER
2DKBCOAIRLINE
KLMFLIGHT NUMBER
1957
AirportAirport Shoppingcenter, Kloten, ZÜRICH,CH, 8302
12:47 PM
Departure
1 hr
Train From Zurich Airport to Lucerne
Journey by train from Zürich's airport to Lucerne. Lucerne is one of Switzerland'smost idyllic medieval cities, surrounded by a beautiful lake and nestled amidstsnowcapped Alps. The rest of the day is at leisure to discover the delights of thischarming city and enjoy your beautiful hotel.
The best Zurich Airport to Lucerne option leaves at 12:47pm. There are otheroptions but most require a train change at the Zurich main train station.
This train does not accept reservations. Simply show your Swiss Rail first classpass after boarding.
TRAIN NUMBER
2649
Zurich Airport Train Station
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LUCERNE - OCTOBER 15
Check-in
Check in at Hotel Des Balances
The Hotel Des Balances - a four star superior property – is located in the beautifulheart of Lucerne’s Old Town. The ideal starting point for shopping and sight seeing.It has 56 tastefully renovated rooms and suites with a view of the famous ChapelBridge, Jesuit Church and Mount Pilatus. Enjoy market fresh creations in theRestaurant Balances with lounge, bar and terrace directly at the river Reuss.Individual premises impressively combine tradition and modern comfort andprovide the perfect framework for your stay. Treat yourself to incredible moments atthe Hotel des Balances.
A superior double lake-view room has been paid in full for 2 nights.
http://www.balances.ch/
Hotel Des BalancesWeinmarkt, Luzern, LUZERN, CH, 6000
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MONTREUX - OCTOBER 16
Enjoy Beautiful Lucerne and Its Surroundings
Lucerne has a picturesque lakeside setting, against an impressive mountainbackdrop. Architectural gems, such as the celebrated KKL Luzern by Jean Nouvelor the famous Chapel Bridge, abound.
Highlights:
Chapel Bridge – one of Europe’s oldest wooden bridges and landmark ofLucerne, faithfully restored to its original design after a serious fire.
Swiss Museum of Transport – one of the most diverse museums in Europe fortransport and communication, and the most-frequented museum in Switzerland.Has its own IMAX cinema on site.Lake Lucerne – the scenic beauty of the lake can be discovered on the manydifferent cruises offered by paddlewheel steamers and motor vessels.Pilatus, Rigi, Stanserhorn – excursion mountains made accessible bycableways, offering up picture-book panoramas of the regions around Lucerne.
LucerneLucerne, Lucerne, CH
Check-out
Check out at Hotel Des Balances
Hotel Des BalancesWeinmarkt, Luzern, LUZERN, CH, 6000
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Golden Pass Panoramic Train
Leave Lucerne this morning on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express. Cross Brunig Passen route to Interlaken where you stop for a visit. From Interlaken take the BLSRegioExpress train to Zweisimmen. Continue on the Golden Pass Panoramic foryour unforgettable journey to Montreux.
MontreuxMontreux, Vaud, CH
8:05 AM
Departure
1 hr 45 min
Golden Pass Panorama Train From Lucerne to Interlaken Ost
You have 2 First Class Panoramic Seats reserved on the Golden Pass Panoramafrom Lucerne to Interlaken Ost.
8:05 am to 9:55 am
BOOKED THROUGH
Rail Europe ReservationsTRAIN NUMBER
Golden Pass Panorama 2916
InterlakenInterlaken, Canton of Bern, CH
1:08 PM
Departure
1 hr 15 min
Golden Pass Panorama From Interlaken Ost to Zweisimmen
You have 2 First Class Panoramic Seats reserved on the Golden Pass Panoramafrom Interlaken Ost to Zweisimmen.
1:08 pm to 2:19 pm
BOOKED THROUGH
Rail Europe ReservationsTRAIN NUMBER
Golden Pass Panorama 4073
ZweisimmenZweisimmen, Canton of Bern, Switzerland
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MONTREUX - OCTOBER 17
2:25 PM
Departure
1 hr 45 min
Golden Pass Panorama Train From Zweisimmen to Montreux
You have 2 First Class Panoramic Seats reserved on the Golden Pass Panoramafrom Zweisimmen to Montreux.
2:25 pm to 4:13 pm
BOOKED THROUGH
Rail Europe ReservationsTRAIN NUMBER
Golden Pass Panorama 3123
MontreuxMontreux, Vaud, CH
Check-in
Check in at Fairmont Le Montreux Palace
Fairmont Le Montreux Palace is situated on the shores of Lake Geneva inSwitzerland, overlooking the Alps. Built in 1906, this Jewel of Belle-Époquearchitecture offers a traditional and elegant atmosphere, and personalized andattentive service in true Swiss style. Fairmont Le Montreux Palace is a unique five-star luxury hotel on Lake Geneva; member of Leading Hotels of the World andSuisse Deluxe Hotels.
A deluxe king lake-view room has been paid in full for 2 nights.
http://www.fairmont.com/montreux/?cmpid=google_rmp_search-branded_us-branded-e-revsh&gclid=CLCF0529o84CFYeVfgod6LYBNA
Fairmont Le Montreux Palace2 Avenue Claude-Nobs, Montreux, Vaud,CH, 1820
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ZERMATT - OCTOBER 18
Montreux Options
Relax and enjoy beautiful Montreux. Visit Lausanne, hang out at some vineyards,explore the village or take a tour to nearby Chillon Castle.
CastleChâteau de Chillon, Montreux, VAUD, CH,1820
Check-out
Check out at Fairmont Le Montreux Palace
Fairmont Le Montreux Palace2 Avenue Claude-Nobs, Montreux, Vaud,CH, 1820
Montreux to Zermatt Train
The journey takes you through the Rhone Valley and then, on the Glacier Expressroute climbing through rugged valley landscape, to Zermatt.
ZermattZermatt, Valais, CH, 3920
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9:10 AM
Departure
1 hr 15 min
Train From Montreux to Visp
Train is nonreservable. Enter first class car and show your Swiss Rail Pass.
9:10 am to 10:24 am
Train departures are hourly.
TRAIN NUMBER
1811
10:41 AM
Departure
1 hr 15 min
Train From Visp to Zermatt
Train is nonreservable. Enter the first class car and show your Swiss Rail Pass.
10:41 am to 11:50 am
Trains depart hourly.
TRAIN NUMBER
327
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ZERMATT - OCTOBER 19
Check-in
Check in at Hotel Testa Grigia
The Testa Grigia three-star hotel has recently been renovated and bids a warmwelcome to all guests who are looking for simple, quiet and modernaccommodation in the heart of Zermatt. Residents are free to come and go as theyplease in and out of this traditional old house, regardless of whether they aredressed for the mountains or for a night on the town.
The Testa Grigia is an ideal bed and breakfast option for single travellers, couplesand families. Residents can prepare themselves for the day ahead by making themost of the generous breakfast buffet with fresh bread, mountain cheeses, fruit andmuch more to enjoy. There are plenty of other options both on-site and nearby forlunch and dinner.
A superior double room including buffet breakfast has been paid in full for 2 nights.
http://testa-grigia.com/en/hotel/
Hotel Testa Grigia21 Bahnhofstrasse, Zermatt, Wallis, CH,3920
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ST. MORITZ - OCTOBER 20
Gornergrat Excursion
No matter how much you’ve seen of the Alps, if you haven’t taken the Gornergrat,you haven’t seen it all. This spectacular round trip excursion on the Gornergratbahnmountain rack railway from Zermatt will lead you to Gornergrat Railway Station onGornergrat and a viewing platform over 10,285 feet up. You’ll see stunning views of29 peaks, some rising over 13,000 feet. In operation since 1898, this 33-minute tripon Europe’s highest open-air cog railway is unparalleled for its breathtaking vistasand dramatic views of the Matterhorn.
Scenic doesn’t begin to describe it as you’re surrounded by pristine, snow-cappedpanoramas. Getting goosebumps? Probably due to both the awe-inspiring beautyas much as the crisp air. In fact, this fantastic location looks and feels so close toheaven, astronomers have often used it to study the stars. Gornergrat: even in aplace surrounded by peaks, it’s where spectacular reaches new heights.
Here’s what’s included:
Round-trip travel on the Gornergratbahn mountain cog railway from Zermatt tothe Gornergrat train station on Gornergrat.Access to the viewing platform, offering panoramic view of 29 mountain peaks.
Passes have been reserved for the Oct. 19 excursion.
Gornergrat
Check-out
Check out at Hotel Testa Grigia
Hotel Testa Grigia21 Bahnhofstrasse, Zermatt, Wallis, CH,3920
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The Glacier Express Train Journey
The train journey today aboard the spectacular Glacier Express is without a doubtone of the main highlights of the tour. Enjoy an unforgettable journey as it makes itsway through the unspoiled natural beauty of the Alps on its direct route from Zermattto the world-famous mountain resort of St. Moritz.
Glacier Express7 Bahnhofplatz, Brig, WALLIS, CH, 3900
8:52 AM
Departure
8 hr 15 min
Glacier Express Panorama Train From Zermatt to St Moritz
The Glacier Express Panorama First Class seats have been reserved from Zermattto St Moritz.
8:52 am to 5:05 pm.
BOOKED THROUGH
Rail Europe ReservationsTRAIN NUMBER
902
Glacier Express7 Bahnhofplatz, Brig, WALLIS, CH, 3900
Check-in
Check in at Hauser Hotel, St. Moritz
Hauser Hotel is a family business in its fourth generation with a passion for genuinehospitality. In this distinctive building at the heart of St. Moritz you will find thisfriendly hotel, which features an excellent restaurant, first-class confectionery andthe popular RooBar. Enjoy yourself here!
A comfort double room including buffet breakfast has been paid in full for 2 nights.
http://www.hotelhauser.ch/en/hauser-st-moritz/
Hauser Hotel, St. Moritz7 Via Traunter plazzas, Sankt Moritz,Graubünden, CH, 7500
Page 15 of 19ST. MORITZ - OCTOBER 21
The Bernina Express
Take the Bernina Express train (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to Tirano for oneof Europe's most spectacular and breathtaking train rides. Travel across loftyBernina Pass via the Swiss Poschiavo area to Tirano in the Italian Valtellina,witnessing an array of beautiful mountain streams, glaciers, and alpine sceneryalong the way. Return and stay in St. Mortiz
Bernina/ Glacier ExpressBahnhofstrasse 25, Chur, GRAUBÜNDEN,CH, 7002
9:30 AM
Departure
2 hr 30 min
Bernina Express Train From St Moritz to Tirano
You have 2 First Class Panoramic Seats reserved on the Bernina Express from StMoritz to Tirano.
9:30 am to 12:00 pm
BOOKED THROUGH
Rail Europe ReservationTRAIN NUMBER
973
Bernina/ Glacier ExpressBahnhofstrasse 25, Chur, GRAUBÜNDEN,CH, 7002
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ZURICH - OCTOBER 22
2:03 PM
Departure
2 hr 15 min
Bernina Express Train from Tirano to St Moritz
You have 2 First Class Panoramic Seats reserved on the Bernina Express fromTirano to St Moritz.
2:03 pm to 4:20 pm
BOOKED THROUGH
Rail Europe ReservationTRAIN NUMBER
974
Bernina/ Glacier ExpressBahnhofstrasse 25, Chur, GRAUBÜNDEN,CH, 7002
Check-out
Check out at Hauser Hotel, St. Moritz
Hauser Hotel, St. Moritz7 Via Traunter plazzas, Sankt Moritz,Graubünden, CH, 7500
9:57 AM
Departure
Train From St. Moritz to Zurich
St. Moritz to Chur Train 1132 9:57am to 12:03pm Chur to Zurich Train 570 12:09pm to 1:23pm
Reservations are not taken for these trains. Enter the first class car and show yourSwiss Rail Pass to the attendant.
There are other train option times, approximately one per hour.
ZürichZürich, Zurich, CH
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SUNDAY - OCTOBER 23
MONDAY - OCTOBER 24
Check-in
Check in at B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa
An 11-minute walk from the Bahnhof Zurich Enge railway station, this hip boutiquehotel in a former 19th-century brewery is also 2.6 km from the Kunsthaus Zurichmuseum.
Airy rooms feature designer furnishings, modern lighting and parquet floors, plusminibars, Nespresso machines and free WiFi (high-speed for a fee). Suites addseparate living areas; some come with loft bedrooms and patios.
Amenities include complimentary breakfast and a lofty book-filled wine library with atapas bar and a 24/7 menu of light bites. Guests receive discounted rates for therooftop thermal pool and the adjacent Roman baths and wellness spa.
A queen room including breakfast and Wi-Fi has been reserved for 310 CHF pernight. The room is guaranteed to your credit card but has not been paid.
http://www.b2boutiquehotels.com/de/hotel/
B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa152 Brandschenkestrasse, Zürich, Zürich,CH, 8002
Enjoy a Day of Leisure in Zurich
ZürichZürich, Zurich, CH
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Check-out
Check out at B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa
B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa152 Brandschenkestrasse, Zürich, Zürich,CH, 8002
1:35 PM
Departure
Depart from Zurich Airport
AIRLINE
Delta Air LinesFLIGHT NUMBER
408
AirportAirport Shoppingcenter, Kloten, ZÜRICH,CH, 8302
4:49 PM
Arrival
Arrive at JFK International Airport
AIRLINE
Delta Air LinesFLIGHT NUMBER
408
John F. Kennedy International Airport(JFK)Jamaica, NY, US, 11430
6:40 PM
Departure
Depart from JFK
AIRLINE
Delta Air LinesFLIGHT NUMBER
2796
John F. Kennedy International Airport(JFK)Jamaica, NY, US, 11430
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8:59 PM
Arrival
Arrive at MSP Airport
AIRLINE
Delta Air LinesFLIGHT NUMBER
2796
Minneapolis AirportMinneapolis, MN, US
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