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The Alps Out Loud: Switzerland & Lake Como By Design 2023

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Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Countries Visited

Italy , Switzerland

Cities Visited

Berne , Geneva , Lake Como , Zurich

  1. Day 1
    ARRIVE IN ZURICH
    Welcome to Zurich! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
    Meals:   Dinner
  2. Day 2
    ZURICH–EXCURSION TO RHINE FALLS
    ZURICH Orientation walk of the Old Town includes sights of the Fraumünsterkirche.
    RHINE FALLS Take pictures of the waterfalls. (B)
    Meals:   Breakfast
  3. Day 3
    ZURICH–BERNE–CHILLON CASTLE–LAKE GENEVA
    BERNE Guided walking tour includes the Old Town, a stop at Bear Park and a panoramic view of the city from Rose Garden.
    CHILLON Guided visit of the castle and wine tasting. (B)
    Meals:   Breakfast
  4. Day 4
    LAKE GENEVA
    LAKE GENEVA YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice:

    GAZE: Glacier Sights & Gastronomical Delights
    Take a gondola ride to the pinnacle of glacial terrain at Glacier 3000 high above Lake Geneva lunch included!

    TASTE: Swiss Chocolate & Cheese, Please!
    The only thing more inspiring than Switzerland's stunning scenery is its food! A sweet adventure awaits you at the Maison Cailler chocolaterie (chocolate shop). Explore the story of Swiss chocolate through a series of interactive, multi-sensory experiences, and uncover a few secrets along the way! Continue on to the picturesque town of Gruyères for a lunch of Swiss delicacies. Stroll through its pedestrian center with Medieval cobblestones and fountains. A real charmer!

    SIP: Mountains Soar & Wines Pour
    Visit the lovely Lavaux region, one of Switzerland's most beautiful regions - carved by the Rhone Glacier and the masterful masonry of 12th-century Cistercian monks who built kilometers of stone walls and terraces that are still cherished and tended by the winegrowers today. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to bountiful vineyards where renowned wines are nurtured by sunlight reflected by the waters of Lake Geneva and the warmth of the stone walls by night. Hop on a Swiss train to experience mountains and the magic of Switzerland's second-largest wine-growing canton and take a stroll around the timeless vineyards!

    (B,L)
    Meals:   Breakfast   Lunch
  5. Day 5
    LAKE GENEVA–AOSTA–LAKE COMO
    AOSTA Free time.
    COMO Orientation walk. (B)
    Meals:   Breakfast
  6. Day 6
    LAKE COMO
    LAKE COMO YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice:

    STROLL: Amo Milano
    Depart from Como for the captivating cosmopolitan city of Milan. Follow your Local Guide for a walking tour and admire the magnificent Galleria and Piazza Duomo. Plus, enjoy free time to shop in Italy's capital of fashion.

    FLOAT: Villas, Villages & Vistas
    Embark on a one-hour boat cruise around Como's dazzling lake. Marvel at matchless views of the Italian Alps as you float past forested hills, charming lakeside villages, peaceful bays, exotic gardens, and the elegant villas. After the cruise, walk to the railway funicular station in Piazza De Gasperi. Operating since 1894, the train climbs quickly to Brunate, "the Balcony of the Alps" inviting you to take in views in every direction.

    (B)
    Meals:   Breakfast
  7. Day 7
    LAKE COMO
    LAKE COMO YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice:

    STROLL: Oohs, Aahs & Swiss Geez!
    Explore the center of Lugano with your Local Guide and take in views of its lovely lake. Enjoy free time before departing for Bellinzona. Hidden in a narrow valley at the entrance to three gorgeous Alpine passes, Bellinzona serves as a gateway to Italy from the north and the Alps from the south. Ascend by elevator to the vineyard-clad Castelgrande. Explore the castle grounds, stroll along the ramparts, and engulf yourself in amazing panoramas before enjoying a traditional lunch at a local grotto restaurant.

    FEAST: Pasta Perfetto in a Como Cucina!
    Welcome to a professional kitchen in one of the best locations on Lake Como. Master the art of making authentic Italian pasta when you prepare lunch with the chef, and learn how to perfectly combine traditional ingredients with a unique touch of innovation and creativity. Create a two-course menu of local specialties to enjoy with friends and family.

    COMO Farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,L,D)
    Meals:   Breakfast   Lunch   Dinner
  8. Day 8
    LAKE COMO
    Your vacation ends with breakfast in the morning. (The nearest airport is Milan.) (B)
    Meals:   Breakfast

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Inclusions

Meals:
Breakfast Daily, 2 Lunch, 2 Dinners

Health and Safety Protocols for Globus Tours

The world is waiting to be rediscovered! And Globus helps you reunite with your favorite destinations through our ongoing commitment to travel with the ease and confidence travelers have come to expect on tour with us. No matter where you travel, our global network of travel experts has you ready to reconnect.

And along the way, we’re step-for step with you to remove the worries and hassles that might make aspiring globetrotters hesitate when taking that first step in discovering dream destinations once again. With exceptional health and safety protocols and on-trip contingency plans for unexpected surprises, Globus travelers see more of the world with more peace of mind.

A SAFE & WARM WELCOME

Globus will conduct tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start and peace of mind throughout the journey. This includes proof of vaccination for all guests.

BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE

There may be times on tour or on the motorcoach when social distancing is required. We will take care in assuring any local guidelines are followed in a safe and comfortable way for our guests. For any cases where masks are required due to local guidelines, we ask that guests bring their own approved N95 (FFP2) masks for their own comfort and safety. Our wireless listening technology enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers during excursions.

FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH

To ensure a healthy environment for each of our guests and our team, our Tour Directors, Local Hosts, and motorcoach drivers are fully vaccinated, and Globus is also requiring that all travelers are fully vaccinated before joining the trips. Additionally, regular guest checks are conducted, and, when required by local guidelines, masks will be worn by our guests and by our team when accompanying guests. In all other cases, masks are optional for guests.

TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS

Traveling with Globus removes many of the “touch points” of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. Globus are further reducing risk with hands-free service, meaning all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. Globus will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels.

COMMITMENT TO CLEAN

As a part of Globus' commitment to clean, Globus is requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with hotel partners, on motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond already strict health and safety procedures.

PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH

Globus has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of operation- from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain their promise that each touch-point on tours and cruises are considered in their commitment to guest and team member well-being.

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Accommodations

Zurich: Courtyard by Marriott Zurich North
Situated in the business district of Oerlikon, this modern hotel is just a short walk from Zurich Oerlikon Station from which downtown Zurich can easily be reached by direct train in just under 10 minutes. Combining innovative design and a fresh, contemporary style, the 152 spacious guestrooms feature plush bedding and black-out curtains to ensure a great night's sleep. All air-conditioned rooms include a lounge chair, in-room safe, mini-refrigerator, and coffee/tea-making facilities. The inviting 'Kitchen & Bar at Courtyard' restaurant offers a seasonal all-day food and beverage service, and there is a 24/7 Grab n' go Market in the lobby for snacks and drinks. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and the fitness area is available to hotel guests 24/7.
Address:
Max Bill-Platz 19
Zurich , Switzerland
Lake Geneva: Modern Times
Located in the heart of the Lake Geneva's Riviera region, this contemporary 136-room hotel will delight with its unique cinematic theme dedicated to the revered comic actor and film-maker, Charlie Chaplin . Each air-conditioned guest room is equipped with a nespresso coffee machine, in-room safe and complimentary self service spring water fountains are located on each floor. The sophisticated Grill restaurant offers a range of high-quality dry-aged meat, seasonal vegetables and regional wines with a peaceful outdoor summer terrace in the Mediterranean garden where drinks can also be enjpyed from the trendy Times Bar. A local train station is located just a short stroll away from the property from which the picturesque town of Vevey can be easily reached in 10 minutes.
Address:
Chemin du Genévrier 20
Saint-Legier-La Chiesaz, , Switzerland
Lake Como: Barchetta Excelsior
Overlooking Piazza Cavour, this modern 84-room hotel is just steps away from the shores of Lake Como with free Wi-Fi access available throughout. Italian and international cuisine is served in the Bistro restaurant on the ground floor where drinks and light meals can also be enjoyed on the outdoor terrace during the summer season. The American lobby bar offers the perfect place to unwind and relax with a drink.
Address:
Piazza Cavour 1
Como , Italy

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Questions & Answers

Question: How many suitcases can I take with me on my trip?

Each person is allowed one "check-in," and one "carry-on." Remember to take all valuables with you as "carry-on", because electronic equipment, cameras, laptops, jewelry, business documents and money are not covered by the airlines' liability, so always carry them aboard with you.

Question: Is Airfare Included in the Price?

Airfare from your point of origin to and from the trip is not included in the land price.

Globus Tours Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
4.2
Accommodations
3.9
Itinerary
4.3
Professional Staff
4.5
Repeat with Operator
4.2
Value for Money
4

Ratings based off 9844 reviews about Globus Tours - currently showing 15 reviews with comments only

Excellent itinerary, outstanding guide, and a wonderful trip to a delightful country I would strongly recommend.

The tour cities and sites we visited were all great. The pace of the tour was good (not rushed with time to rest, shop or sight see on our own). Our tour director was fabulous (good communicator, knowledgeable, nice sense of humor). Our driver was a wonderful driver, I always felt safe. The extra excursions (I purchased all 4) were excellent and reasonably priced. I will use Globus again.

Globus Escapes are an economical way to travel during the off season. For me, I often prefer the off-season because there are fewer crowds. I especially appreciate the local tour guides in each area.

Great company. Makes traveling so enjoyable.

Globis is a very professional travel operator with exceptional tour directors. In our experience with them they deliver more tha what we expected.

An excellent choice of tour to restart traveling after the long Covid delay!

This was our 3rd tour with Globus and, as with our first 2, they exceeded our expectations.

I enjoyed my tour with Globus very much. The bus was very clean and new and comfortable. The driver was outstanding and our tour guide was excellent. She was very knowledgeable. I loved the itinerary and it was a perfect way to travel. I would use Globus again for a future tour.

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Globus was top notch. Our tour guide was exceptional. Everything was on time and we were able to get to many attractions early before the crowds.

This was our seventh trip with Globus and they continue to deliver first class experiences with incredible tour directors.

Autumn Cruse was absolutely fantastic to work with. She was dealing with about 8 women all living in different states and time zones! She deserves a medal and positive recognition from her employer. Good employees are very hard to find and retain these days. I look forward to working with her again.

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