Lake Como – Jewel of the Italian Lakes by First Class Rail

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Set in the foothills of the Italian Alps, Lake Como is one of Italy’s most romantic and picturesque holiday destinations. Charming villages and towns are dotted all along the wishbone-shaped lake, surrounded by soaring mountains, exotic flowers and classical villas. The stunning views from all over Lake Como, combined with its tranquil beauty, have inspired g...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Scenic rail journeys through the Gotthard Pass and Simplon Pass in Switzerland
    • Explore Zurich
    • Either take the picturesque ferry journey on Lake Como explore the delightful small town of Bellagio
    • Visit Lake Geneva

What's this trip about?

    Set in the foothills of the Italian Alps, Lake Como is one of Italy’s most romantic and picturesque holiday destinations. Charming villages and towns are dotted all along the wishbone-shaped lake, surrounded by soaring mountains, exotic flowers and classical villas. The stunning views from all over Lake Como, combined with its tranquil beauty, have inspired generations of composers, artists and poets, such as Verdi, Shelley and Byron.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityZurich
End CityLondon

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Train & Rail Journeys
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Nature
  • Trains & Rail

Trip includes

    • First Class return rail travel from London to Como, via Zurich and Montreux (Standard Premier service on Eurostar)
    • 6 nights' accommodation at 3 and 4-star hotels with breakfast each day, including 4 nights in a double room at the Hotel Metropole in Bellagio and overnight stays at the Hotel Continental in Zurich and at the Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic in Montreux
    • Private taxi transfers in Paris

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Itinerary

Day 1 – By rail to Switzerland

Immerse yourself in the buzz of central London this morning before stylishly escaping into the English countryside for the start of your holiday on board the Eurostar service to Paris. Recline with a drink and light meal in the comfort of your Standard Premier Class s...

Day 2 – Free time in Zurich – Through the Swiss Alps to Como

This morning after breakfast you might like to take a stroll along the banks of the River Limmat to explore some of Zurich’s main attractions. The Old Town is an ideal starting point, where you can explore churches and burgher houses and onto the elegant Bahnhofstrass...

Days 3, 4 and 5 – Bellagio, Como, Villa Carlotta, Varenna, Montre Bre, Brunette & Bergamo

Enjoy relaxing at your hotel or strolling around Bellagio, described as la Perla del Lago (the pearl of the lake) and perfectly situated where the arms of the lake come together. Its narrow cobbled streets, breath-taking views and glorious villas make it an enchanting...

Day 6 – Lake Como to Lake Geneva

You bid farewell to charming Bellagio as you head south by ferry or taxi to Como where you board the Euro City service for the short journey south-west to Milan. As you arrive into Milan’s impressive Centrale Station change trains for your onward Euro City service for...

Day 7 – Montreux to London

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast this morning before you return to Montreux station for the onward journey by Inter Regio service to Lausanne for your connecting super-fast TGV service through France and back to Paris. Enjoy the comfort of your 1st Class journey with an at...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,343
Price per day$192
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

Accommodation

Hotel Continental Zürich

The Hotel Continental Zürich (4-star), formerly Sofitel Zürich and part of the MGallery collection, provides a real taste of life in downtown Zurich. The hotel is ideally located just 5 minutes from the main train station and the shopping area on Bahnhofstraße. This smart hotels has a unique, Swiss chalet-inspired decor throughout and benefits from 2 restaurants, a bar, garden and lounge. All 138 en-suite rooms enjoy decor which evokes warmth and coziness and feature shower, bath-tub, WC, air-conditioning, international satellite TV, telephone, WIFI, minibar, tea and coffee facilities and a safe.

The Hotel Metropole

Built in the mid-19th Century, The Hotel Metropole (3 star) enjoys a beautiful position in the historical center of Bellagio, set directly in front of the enchanting Lake Como with a wonderful view of the surrounding mountains. Guests can benefit from the hotel's position 3 minutes from the ferry departure point and can enjoy a drink and take in the views from the roof garden, lounge bar or sun terrace. The air-conditioned rooms are well equipped with a telephone, Satellite TV, minibar, safe and hairdryer and have a beautiful view of Lake Como with some rooms featuring a balcony or terrace.

Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic

The Grand Hotel Suisse-Majestic is a traditional Belle-Époque 4-star superior hotel, originally built in 1870 and located right in the center of Montreux, just a few steps from the Railway Station. The hotel has 140 rooms and benefits from fabulous views of Lake Geneva and the Alps from its summer terrace. All the comfortable en-suite rooms in this stylish hotel feature air conditioning, television, minibar, radio and telephone.

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