Overview
Destination:
Italy,
Switzerland,
Start:Zurich, Switzerland
Finish:Zurich, Switzerland
Finish:Zurich, Switzerland
Duration:9 days
Type:Group tour (max 45)
Tripcode:
109232
All the Best of Switzerland with a side visit to Italy. What could be better? Your travels will take you to Lake Geneva for local wine, cheese and delicious desserts in Lavaux, Lord Byron’s enchanting Chillon Castle and the pretty town of Brienz for a masterclass in Swiss wood carving.
Sightseeing highlights
- Discover Zürich, Bern, Zermatt, Interlaken and Lucerne
- Visit Chillon Castle and Brienz Woodcarving Museum
- View the Jungfrau and Matterhorn mountains (weather permitting), Lake Maggiore and Lake Como, the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne
- Scenic Train Ride from Tirano to Pontresina by UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rhaetian Railway
Iconic Experience
- Zürich: During an orientation, your Travel Director will show you some of the highlights of this beautiful lakeside city.
- Bern: Explore Switzerland's capital and see the Cathedral of St. Vincent, clock tower and Ogre Fountain.
- Chillon Castle: The beautiful fortress of Chillon Castle, set on a rocky islet on Lake Geneva, is widely regarded as one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Europe. Following his walk through the dungeons in 1816, Lord Byron wrote the poem 'The Prisoner of Chillon'. Look out for his name, which he carved into a pillar.
- Bernina Express: Board the famous Bernina Express train and travel through stunning landscapes en route to St. Moritz.
- Lucerne: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the Lion Monument, Old Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe.
Dive Into Culture
- Brienz: Learn about Switzerland's wood-carving heritage at the Jobin wood sculpture museum in Brienz.
What's Included
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 8 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Train from Tirano to Pontresina
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
Your Itinerary
Welcome to Zürich
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Journey to Lake Geneva
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Onwards to Chillon Castle and Zermatt Connect with Locals
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Zermatt Your Way
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Venture to the Italian Lake Maggiore
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Off to Alpine St. Moritz
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Journey to Lakeside Lucerne
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Admire Scenic Brienz and Interlaken Dive Into Culture
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Homeward Bound
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Tripcode: SWBOZM19
Price from
$5,695*
per person*
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