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Winter Wonderland and Snow Trains

Sat 6 March 2027 - Sat 13 March 2027: An 8 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Austria with Jones Holidays, staying at Vienna House by Wyndham Martinspark Dornbirn.

    WINTER WONDERLAND AND SNOW TRAINS

    6 – 13 March 2027

    Saturday – Saturday

    8 Days

    From £1,569

    Experience the magic of an unforgettable Winter Wonderland through Austria, Germany and Switzerland. We’ll journey through snow-dusted landscapes and storybook towns, enjoying some of Europe’s most iconic rail and cultural highlights along the way.

    From the spectacular Glacier Express journey between Brig and Chur and the scenic shuttle train from Täsch to Zermatt, to a guided tour of the Appenzeller Cheese dairy and a visit to the historic Abbey of St Gallen, this enchanting itinerary delivers breathtaking alpine scenery with authentic local experiences across Germany, Switzerland and Austria.

    HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

    • Scenic winter landscapes and charming towns as you travel through Germany

    • Magical Switzerland, with pristine snow-covered mountains and valleys

    • Immerse yourself in Austria’s classic winter charm and alpine traditions

    • A memorable rail journey into the famous, car-free resort of Zermatt

    • Travel aboard one of the world’s most famous panoramic trains, the Glacier Express

    • Discover the secrets behind Switzerland’s most famous Appenzeller Cheese

    • Visit Abbey of St Gallen UNESCO World Heritage Site, rich in history and grandeur.

    DAY ONE – Arrival

    We depart from your home early and travel south to Dover for your crossing to Calais.

    On arrival we continue our journey to our first hotel the Mercure Hotel Saarbrücken Süd in Germany. A set three course dinner menu will be served this evening.

    DAY TWO – Travel to Switzerland

    Today we travel to Switzerland taking in the breathtaking views. Switzerland is one of the world’s prettiest countries. Its landscape of impressive mountain ranges and beautiful villages. We make comfort stops on route and arrive at our hotel where we enjoy dinner this evening and settle in for our 2 nights stay.

    DAY THREE – Shuttle Train Taesch-Zermatt

    This morning after breakfast we make our way to Taesch where we join the shuttle train and travel through the fascinating mountains to Zermatt.

    Zermatt is one of Switzerlands most popular tourist destinations, it’s the home of the Matterhorn one of the most famous mountains in the world. The village itself is car free, which means you can stroll around in tranquillity. With plenty of cafes you’ll be warm and cosy whilst you enjoy the views. You could take a stroll and check out the Kirchbrucke Bridge – the river below is called Mattervispa, St Mauritius Church would also make an interesting visit whilst you are here and dates to the 15th century with a ceiling painted to depict Noah’s Ark by Paolo Parente.

    After we have soaked up all the beauty of Zermatt, we once again join the Shuttle and head back to Taesch and our hotel with time to relax before dinner this evening.

    DAY FOUR – Glacier Express and Austria

    This morning we pack up and depart our hotel after breakfast.

    We’ll travel to Brig, the capital of the German-speaking Valais. The name is derived from the Celtic word "briga" for hill fortress. The founding of the city around 1250 was the beginning of a brilliant economic rise to become a trading metropolis, to which Kaspar von Stockalper made a significant contribution. It secured the movement of goods between France and Lombardy. Today, Brig serves as a starting point for hikes around the large Aletsch Glacier, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. The landscape here transitions from the eternal ice of the high Alps to green valley’s full of wine-growing areas.

    Here we board the world-famous Glacier Express from brig to Chur.

    The Glacier Express is a classic among the panorama trains through Switzerland, so you’ll have the best view of the unique mountain landscape.

    Arriving in the picturesque old town of Chur with its 5000-year settlement history and sights such as the episcopal castle and the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. This historic, well-preserved district is completely car-free and can be explored comfortably on foot.

    Meeting our coach we then make our way to Dornbin and our next hotel in the westernmost Austrian state of Vorarlberg.

    DAY FIVE – Werdau

    Today you have the day in Werdau, Enjoy a day at leisure in Werdau. You may wish to explore the town’s historic centre, take a gentle stroll in the surrounding parks, or simply relax and enjoy the facilities at your hotel.

    DAY SIX – Appenzeller Cheese Guided Tour and Abbey of St. Gall

    Today after breakfast we make our way to Appenzeller Cheese Dairy, where we enjoy a 1-hour tours to find out exactly how Appenzeller® cheese is made and what the secret is?

    We then make our way to Stiftsbezirk St Gallen. The Abbey of St. Gall has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1983 and has plenty of impressive treasures just waiting to be discovered in its library, vaulted cellar and new exhibition hall.

    Your ticket gives you access to all three exhibitions, including the original map of the Abbey of St. Gall from the 9th century, which is being displayed as an original for the very first time.

    The map of the Abbey is the earliest preserved visualisation of a monastic compound produced in the Middle Ages. It is thought to have been drawn up sometime between 819 and 826 in the monastery of Reichenau on Lake Constance and is in the possession of the Abbey Library of St. Gall.

    We than make our way back to the hotel with time to relax before dinner this evening.

    DAY SEVEN – Travel to Germany

    After breakfast we depart Dornbirn and make our way to our overnight hotel back in Germany, just on the French border. We will be greeted with a welcome glass of fresh fruit juice. Dinner this evening will be a set 3-course menu.

    DAY EIGHT - Departure

    This morning we make our way back to Calais for our late afternoon crossing to Dover and home.

    YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

    Luxury coach travel

    Home pick-up

    7 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

    Outbound ferry crossing – Dover/Calais

    Return ferry crossing – Calais/Dover

    Welcome glass of fresh fruit juice on arrival at the Mercure Hotel Saarbrücken Süd

    Tea/coffee after dinner [no coffee specialities] at the Mercure Hotel Saarbrücken Süd

    Welcome Tea/Coffee on arrival at Hotel Kristall-Saphir

    Tea/coffee after dinner at the Hotel Kristall-Saphir

    Porterage on arrival and departure at all hotels

    Tea/coffee after dinner at the Vienna House by Wyndham Martinspark Dornbirn

    Glacier Express - Brigg - Chur (long journey)

    Shuttle train Taesch-Zermatt Return Journey

    Guided Tour at Appenzeller Cheese

    Entrance to Abbey of St Gall - This ticket is for the entire Abbey including 3 exhibitions & 90 min guided tour which includes a visit to 2 exhibitions.

    MERCURE HOTEL SARRBRUCKEN SUD, GERMANY

    This 3-star Superior hotel in the south of Saarbrücken is located on the French border. It offers modernized rooms with new Mercure bedding and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. All rooms at the Mercure Hotel Saarbrücken Süd include air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a work desk. Hotel has a lift.

    All single rooms are double or twin for sole use

    HOTEL KRISTALL-SAPHIR, SWITZERLAND

    Situated in the middle of the breathtaking mountains in the Saas-Fee/Saas Valley holiday region, this house offers you closeness to nature, every room is fitted with a desk, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a balcony with a mountain view. Some rooms will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. All units include a wardrobe. Hotel has a lift.

    VIENNA HOUSE BY WYNDHAM MARTINSPARK DORNBIRN

    Located in the centre of Dornbirn, this 4-star design hotel Vienna House by Wyndham Martinspark Dornbirn features unique modern architecture and a bar. Free WiFi is available. All rooms are Air-conditioned and are individually designed and have a flat-screen satellite TV and a desk with 2 USB ports and HDMI cable. The private bathroom has a hairdryer. The hotel has a lift.

    PLEASE NOTE: As the UK is no longer in the European Union, there are changes being brought in by Europe it is ESSENTIAL that you read SECTION 14 of our BCH ABTOT Trading Charter (& Booking Conditions) this will inform you of all the up-to-date documents required for travelling into Europe.

    Passport & Visa Requirements:https://www.gov.uk/browse/abroad/passports

    ETIAS Vis system:www.etiasvisa.com

    Health:https://www.nhs.uk

    JONES HOLIDAYS cannot accept any liability for the consequences of your failure to have the relevant documents when travelling into Europe, so please ensure that you read all the necessary information and apply for any documents required.

    Currency in Germany - Euro

    Currency in Switzerland – Swiss Franc

    Currency in Austria – Euro

    Winter Wonderland and Snow Trains

    YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

    Luxury coach travel

    Home pick-up

    7 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

    Outbound ferry crossing – Dover/Calais

    Return ferry crossing – Calais/Dover

    Welcome glass of fresh fruit juice on arrival at the Mercure Hotel Saarbrücken Süd

    Tea/coffee after dinner [no coffee specialities] at the Mercure Hotel Saarbrücken Süd

    Welcome Tea/Coffee on arrival at Hotel Kristall-Saphir

    Tea/coffee after dinner at the Hotel Kristall-Saphir

    Porterage on arrival and departure at all hotels

    Tea/coffee after dinner at the Vienna House by Wyndham Martinspark Dornbirn

    Glacier Express - Brigg - Chur (long journey)

    Shuttle train Taesch-Zermatt Return Journey

    Guided Tour at Appenzeller Cheese

    Entrance to Abbey of St Gall - This ticket is for the entire Abbey including 3 exhibitions & 90 min guided tour which includes a visit to 2 exhibitions.

    MERCURE HOTEL SARRBRUCKEN SUD, GERMANY

    This 3-star Superior hotel in the south of Saarbrücken is located on the French border. It offers modernized rooms with new Mercure bedding and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. All rooms at the Mercure Hotel Saarbrücken Süd include air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a work desk. Hotel has a lift.

    All single rooms are double or twin for sole use

    HOTEL KRISTALL-SAPHIR, SWITZERLAND

    Situated in the middle of the breathtaking mountains in the Saas-Fee/Saas Valley holiday region, this house offers you closeness to nature, every room is fitted with a desk, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a balcony with a mountain view. Some rooms will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. All units include a wardrobe. Hotel has a lift.

    VIENNA HOUSE BY WYNDHAM MARTINSPARK DORNBIRN

    Located in the centre of Dornbirn, this 4-star design hotel Vienna House by Wyndham Martinspark Dornbirn features unique modern architecture and a bar. Free WiFi is available. All rooms are Air-conditioned and are individually designed and have a flat-screen satellite TV and a desk with 2 USB ports and HDMI cable. The private bathroom has a hairdryer. The hotel has a lift.

    PLEASE NOTE: As the UK is no longer in the European Union, there are changes being brought in by Europe it is ESSENTIAL that you read SECTION 14 of our BCH ABTOT Trading Charter (& Booking Conditions) this will inform you of all the up-to-date documents required for travelling into Europe.

    Passport & Visa Requirements:https://www.gov.uk/browse/abroad/passports

    ETIAS Vis system:www.etiasvisa.com

    Health:https://www.nhs.uk

    JONES HOLIDAYS cannot accept any liability for the consequences of your failure to have the relevant documents when travelling into Europe, so please ensure that you read all the necessary information and apply for any documents required.

    Currency in Germany - Euro

    Currency in Switzerland – Swiss Franc

    Currency in Austria – Euro

    HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

    General

    Rooms

    Accessibility

    4 star

    Tea/coffee making facilities

    Lift

    Bar

    Television

    Wheelchair accessible

    Restaurant

    Hairdryer

    Lounge

    Wi-Fi


    DAYS

    TOUR DATE

    DEPARTS

    TERMS

    SUPPLEMENT

    8

    6 – 13 MAR 2027

    SATURDAY

    £1569

    £180 SINGLE

    JONES HOLIDAY INSURANCE

    £92


    Why Travel with Jones Holidays?

    With our warm, friendly hosts, comfortable coaches, and attention to detail, your holiday will be smooth, enjoyable, and filled with good company. Let us take care of everything.

    At Jones Holidays, we believe solo travellers deserve fair prices and peace of mind. That's why our Single Supplement Price Promise ensures you only pay what we pay—nothing more. If hotels charge us a single supplement, we’ll pass it on without adding a penny extra; that’s our promise to you.

    Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply. Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office. If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

    B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

    DAY ONE

    D

    We depart from your home early and travel south to Dover for your crossing to Calais.

    On arrival we continue our journey to our first hotel the Mercure Hotel Saarbrücken Süd in Germany. A set three course dinner menu will be served this evening.

    DAY TWO

    B, D

    Today we travel to Switzerland taking in the breathtaking views. Switzerland is one of the world's prettiest countries. Its landscape of impressive mountain ranges and beautiful villages. We make comfort stops on route and arrive at our hotel where we enjoy dinner this evening and settle in for our 2 nights stay.

    DAY THREE

    B, D

    This morning after breakfast we make our way to Taesch where we join the shuttle train and travel through the fascinating mountains to Zermatt.

    Zermatt is one of Switzerlands most popular tourist destinations, it's the home of the Matterhorn one of the most famous mountains in the world. The village itself is car free, which means you can stroll around in tranquillity. With plenty of cafes you'll be warm and cosy whilst you enjoy the views. You could take a stroll and check out the Kirchbrucke Bridge - the river below is called Mattervispa, St Mauritius Church would also make an interesting visit whilst you are here and dates to the 15th century with a ceiling painted to depict Noah's Ark by Paolo Parente.

    After we have soaked up all the beauty of Zermatt, we once again join the Shuttle and head back to Taesch and our hotel with time to relax before dinner this evening

    DAY FOUR

    B, D

    This morning we pack up and depart our hotel after breakfast.

    We'll travel to Brig, the capital of the German-speaking Valais. The name is derived from the Celtic word "briga" for hill fortress. The founding of the city around 1250 was the beginning of a brilliant economic rise to become a trading metropolis, to which Kaspar von Stockalper made a significant contribution. It secured the movement of goods between France and Lombardy. Today, Brig serves as a starting point for hikes around the large Aletsch Glacier, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. The landscape here transitions from the eternal ice of the high Alps to green valley's full of wine-growing areas.

    Here we board the world-famous Glacier Express from brig to Chur.

    The Glacier Express is a classic among the panorama trains through Switzerland, so you'll have the best view of the unique mountain landscape.

    Arriving in the picturesque old town of Chur with its 5000-year settlement history and sights such as the episcopal castle and the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. This historic, well-preserved district is completely car-free and can be explored comfortably on foot.

    Meeting our coach we then make our way to Dornbin and our next hotel in the westernmost Austrian state of Vorarlberg.

    DAY FIVE

    B, D

    Today you have the day in Werdau, Enjoy a day at leisure in Werdau. You may wish to explore the town's historic centre, take a gentle stroll in the surrounding parks, or simply relax and enjoy the facilities at your hotel.

    DAY SIX

    B, D

    Today after breakfast we make our way to Appenzeller Cheese Dairy, where we enjoy a 1-hour tours to find out exactly how Appenzeller® cheese is made and what the secret is?

    We then make our way to Stiftsbezirk St Gallen. The Abbey of St. Gall has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1983 and has plenty of impressive treasures just waiting to be discovered in its library, vaulted cellar and new exhibition hall.

    Your ticket gives you access to all three exhibitions, including the original map of the Abbey of St. Gall from the 9th century, which is being displayed as an original for the very first time.

    The map of the Abbey is the earliest preserved visualisation of a monastic compound produced in the Middle Ages. It is thought to have been drawn up sometime between 819 and 826 in the monastery of Reichenau on Lake Constance and is in the possession of the Abbey Library of St. Gall.

    We than make our way back to the hotel with time to relax before dinner this evening.

    DAY SEVEN

    B, D

    After breakfast we depart Dornbirn and make our way to our overnight hotel back in Germany, just on the French border. We will be greeted with a welcome glass of fresh fruit juice. Dinner this evening will be a set 3-course menu

    DAY EIGHT

    B

    This morning we make our way back to Calais for our late afternoon crossing to Dover and home.
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    Bodelwyddan Bodelwyddan, Marble Church
    Broughton Broughton, Broughton Layby on A5104
    Chester, (Holiday Inn) Chester, Holiday Inn South - Layby Outside
    Chirk Chirk, Moreton Park Garden Centre
    Colwyn Bay Colwyn Bay, Railway Station
    Holywell Holywell, Bus Station
    Llandudno Junction Llandudno Junction, Train Station Car Park

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