The Complete Foour Seasons Collection 2019/2020

5 DAYS

DEPARTS Thursday 28 November 2019

FARE From London St Pancras International: Standard Class rail travel including Standard Eurostar Single Traveller Supplement 4 nights’ bed, breakfast and evening meal Eurostar Standard Class rail travel

£995 £105

booked a special departure called the ‘Glühwein Express’, also featuring a warming glühwein in the hostelry at the mountain’s peak. Returning to Wernigerode, we have some free time to discover the sights, sounds and smells of the Wernigerode Christmas Market , beautifully nestled within the market square in front of the picturesque town hall. Wander amidst the quaint half-timbered buildings sampling the delights of traditional German advent, overlooked by Wernigerode’s stunning castle. (B,D) DAY 4 A rare treat today! The Rübeland Railway was originally built in the 1880s to connect Blankenburg with Tanne in the Harz Mountains, some 30 kilometres away. Although the line was closed gradually, a 14 km section of track has been preserved

Standard Class rail travel to Hanover and return All transfers, excursions & admissions as detailed Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager GUARANTEED FARE

DAY 5 Leaving Hanover we join the high- speed railway line to Cologne. In Brussels we join the Eurostar service to London St Pancras. (B)

from Blankenburg to Rübeland itself. Today, we travel on the Prussian preserved steam locomotive 95-027, named ‘Queen of the Mountains’ on a scenic route with tight turns, tunnels and the Krockstein Viaduct. When we arrive at Rübeland we enjoy a little free time to stretch our legs and explore this charming village before our coach transfer to Hanover. Here we can experience the magical atmosphere of the extensive Christmas market in the historic Old Town and along Lister Meile before our final night in the InterCity Hotel by the station. (B,D)

HOTELS Maritim Berghotel Braunlage

This 4* hotel is located in the mountain resort of Braunlage at the foot of the Wurmberg mountain on the edge of the Harz National Park. Amenities include the Roof Garden café, with stunning views of the Harz, a restaurant, bar and Old English Pub, plus leisure facilities including a swimming pool. For this tour we have chosen Superior Rooms with balcony and views across Braunlage. InterCity Hotel, Hanover This contemporary 4* hotel is ideally situated next to Hanover railway station and is perfectly located for exploring the nearby historic centre. The hotel has a modern restaurant and bar. The comfortable bedrooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks.

or call 01538 382323 – to book or to request a detailed tour itinerary

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