A new tour based in the city of Innsbruck, the old provincial capital of Tirol, which has preserved its medieval centre with narrow twisting streets.

OUTLINE ITINERARY

Tuesday) Morning departure by Eurostar from London St Pancras to Brussels, thence onward to Cologne for our overnight stop. Evening free in the city.

Wednesday) We continue on by train to Munich, and thence to Innsbruck.

Thursday)  A day exploring the various tramways around Innsbruck and a visit to the tram museum.

Friday) Via the scenic Karwendelbahn back into Germany and Garmisch Partenkirchen with a ride on the Zugspitzbahn to the summit of the highest Alpine peak in Germany.

Saturday) A short mainline rail journey to Jenbach for the fascinating steam rack operated Achseebahn, followed by a narrow gauge steam run along the Ziller valley to Mayhrhofen.

Sunday)  A free day to enjoy the town, perhaps return to Jenbach or take a mainline train over the Brenner Pass towards Italy.

Monday) After breakfast we depart for Cologne.

Tuesday) A leisurely start before we join a train for Brussels, returning to London early evening.

OUR HOTELS

We will be based at the Hotel Leipziger Hof, situated fairly close to the main railway station. For our overnight stops at Cologne we will stay at the HotelLudwig, again conveniently situated close to the station. As usual the tour is arranged on a bed and breakfast basis so that we can enjoy local restaurants. Tour price is £1095 per person sharing twin / double room, with £150 single supplement if required. This includes travel with the group from London, excursions as outlined above, and seven nights hotel accommodation.

Deposit £200 per person please.