Lauterbrunnen Switzerland Highlight
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Jungfrau Mountain, Lauterbrunnen
by – loulou, Tour Manager, Europe Jungfrau mountain is one of the highest peaks in Switzerland. We take the steepest cable car cog railway (a special invention by the Swiss specifically for high altitude train journeys just like this one) to the top of the peak; and it is like walking into heaven. Up there is another world, crisp white snow and stunning 36... more »
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Swiss Chalet
The Swiss Chalet is one of Contiki’s exclusive special stopovers and can be found at the foot of the Swiss Alps in the village of Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland. Facilities The Chalet has huge a huge dining room with a great kitchen that is famous for it’s authentic Swiss fondue while there are also laundry facilities in the basement. With all the amenities of Camping Jungfrau (one of Europe’s ... more »
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Mt Titlis, Engelberg
Written by: Matt Vernick, Tour Manager, Europe Photo credit: “Titlis Rotair – Mt. Titlis, Switzerland”, Marlo Heresco, A Travel Artist Read more at Suite101: Swiss Skiing, Mt. Titlis Switzerland Mt Titlis is one of the most famous mountains in Switzerland and is offered as an optional excursion on some tours staying in Engelberg. Titlis’ claim to fame is that it... more »
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