Situated beneath the Matterhorn, the world’s most photographed mountain and a great Swiss symbol, Zermatt offers a perfect blend of old world charm, coziness and luxury. Chalet-style hotels and quaint wooden cowsheds harmonize with elegant hotels and sophisticated restaurants and nightclubs. Horse-drawn sleigh rides and electric taxis on otherwise traffic-free streets complete the atmosphere of this mile-high alpine village.
The skiing matches the scenery - spectacular. The excellent intermediate skiing extends to the glacier, where views of the Matterhorn are stunning. Experts will have moguls galore and can indulge in the many high altitude off-piste runs. Beginners won’t miss out either as the Sunnegga ski area offers great snow and encouraging gentle slopes. Lunch in Italy is a popular excursion, since the Italian resort of Cervinia is linked to Zermatt by ski lift and is included on the same lift pass.
Old weathered farmhouses stand among modern hotels and buildings, creating a unique and picturesque view, no matter where you look. Zermatt sits at an elevation of 5,315 feet, at the end of a long valley surrounded by three major ski areas - the Sunnegga, Gornergrat and Klein Matterhorn - with lifts reaching up to almost 13,000 feet.
The entire area is favored by a southern exposure, is often sheltered from the wind, and is generously endowed with snow. More than 75 lifts provide access to over 150 miles of groomed runs, with a good blend of beginner, intermediate and advanced terrain, as well as over 30 on-mountain restaurants and bars to enjoy. It is even possible to ski to Cervinia, Italy, for lunch!
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Zurich and transfer to Zermatt.
Days 2-7: Free for winter sports & sightseeing activities. (B).
Day 8: Depart Zermatt this morning for transfer to airport and return home today. (B).
Notes:
Airfare is included in the tour price.
Package price includes:
- Round trip air from New York to Zurich;
- Train transfers between airport and resort;
- 7 nights lodging in a Zermatt 3-star hotel in January;
- Buffet breakfast daily;
- All local taxes and services.
Other price quotes include: Chicago $1212, and Seattle $1497. Quotes also available from other departure cities.
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