12 Day Swiss Alpine Jewels - Saturday Departure
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Geneva
Zurich
First Class
12 days
22 people
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DAY 1, Saturday - Depart for Switzerland
Depart for Geneva, Switzerland
DAY 2, Sunday - Arrive in Geneva, Transfer to Lausanne
Welcome to Switzerland! Upon arrival in Geneva, transfer to the lakeside city of Lausanne. Rest of the day is at leisure. Tonight, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Lausanne
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Monday - Cailler Chocolates, Home Hosted Lunch & Wine Tasting
After a scenic orientation drive, arrive at renowned Maison Cailler in the village of Broc. The scent of freshly made chocolate follows you on your walk through the manufacturing process, ending with tastings of this treat. Next, on to hilltop Gruyere, home of Switzerland's most famous cheese. Time to stroll through the small medieval village with its towering 13th century castle. Stop for a home hosted lunch at a family-owned winery. Savor a delicious meal and taste a selection of exceptional wines
Overnight: Lausanne
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4, Tuesday - Chillon Castle, Cogwheel Train to Zermatt
Traveling along the shores of Lake Geneva, arrive at the 13th century Chillon Castle built by the House of Savoy. The journey continues through the Alps. On the final stretch of your journey, travel on a cogwheel train into the heart of the mountain resort of Zermatt, dominated by the famous pyramid-shaped Matterhorn. Later, take a walking tour through the village before dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Zermatt
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5, Wednesday - Gornergrat Mountains, Discover Zermatt
Board a cogwheel railway. The train winds slowly over bridges, galleries and tunnels. From the summit of Gornergrat, view panoramic vistas of the Matterhorn, glaciers and Monte Rosa, before returning to Zermatt. This afternoon, discover Zermatt renowned for skiing, climbing and hiking. Walk along the main street packed with fashionable boutiques and cafes
Overnight: Zermatt
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Thursday - Simplon Pass, Private Cruise on Lake Lugano
Departing Zermatt, the scenic journey begins from the Alpine town of Brig over the Simplon Pass, with views of the Swiss and Italian Alps. At the summit, view the Simplon Hospice. Beyond the Pass, pause in the town of Stresa on Italy's Lake Maggiore before continuing to Lugano in southern Switzerland's Italian-speaking Ticino region. The rest of the day is at leisure. Tonight, a private sunset panoramic cruise on Lake Lugano is followed by a traditional Swiss-Italian dinner at a local restaurant
Overnight: Lugano
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7, Friday - Travel to St. Moritz, Horse-drawn Carriage Ride
Travel to the resort city of St. Moritz, which hosted the Winter Olympics twice. Nestled on an aquamarine lake and blessed with hot mineral springs, the town is also a spa getaway. From here, take a carriage ride into the Roseg Valley at the base of the Alps, known for its rich variety of flora and fauna. Return to St. Moritz, with free time to explore, before dinner tonight
Overnight: St. Moritz
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8, Saturday - Travel to Interlaken, Aare Gorge
Depart St. Moritz, and travel through the heart of the Swiss Alps to Interlaken, passing ice-capped mountains and stone-built villages. At each turn of your journey, you'll be in awe of new breathtaking panoramas. Along the way, stop to visit Aare Gorge, located in the Bernese Oberland. This natural wander, carved by the Aare River over thousands of years, features towering rock walls that rise to 656 feet high. Continue to Interlaken, a chic resort town with views of Jungfrau. Check into your hotel, and spend the evening at leisure
Overnight: Interlaken
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9, Sunday - Lauterbrunnen Valley, Staubbach Falls, Jungfraujoch Top of Europe
Take a morning drive to Lauterbrunnen Valley, situated between rock faces and mountain peaks with its 72 thundering waterfalls. Stand before Staubbach Falls that plunges dramatically from an overhanging rock. In the afternoon, embark on the Jungfraujoch Top of Europe tour. A cogwheel train takes you to the peak of Jungfraujoch, at an elevation of 11,332 feet above sea level. Marvel at the breathtaking scenery that surrounds you including the world-famous triple peaks of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Free time to explore before the descent to Grindelwald and back to Interlaken. Tonight, have dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Interlaken
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 10, Monday - Bern, Lakeside Lucerne
Travel towards Lucerne and stop in Bern, the capital of Switzerland, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a stroll through the Old Town and view the late Gothic Cathedral, the Muenster, with its stunning portal and its depiction of the Last Judgment. Afterward, continue to Lucerne and check into your hotel. Time to explore this city on your own
Overnight: Lucerne
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 11, Tuesday - Lucerne Tour, Lake Lucerne Cruise
Today's tour is highlighted by a visit to the Lion Monument and the 14th century medieval Chapel Bridge. Stop to view the covered Spreuer Bridge with its macabre paintings depicting the "Dance of Death." See the historic houses in the well-preserved medieval Old City. This evening, take a cruise on Lake Lucerne and admire the beautiful views. At dinner tonight, share memories of your journey through Switzerland and bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: Lucerne
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 12, Wednesday - Depart Switzerland
Transfer to the airport in Zurich for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Tour Highlights
Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals.
†Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
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Optional tours and gratuities.
Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, we recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM.
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Hotel de la Paix Lausanne
This first class hotel is situated in the heart of Lausanne.
Hotel National Zermatt
This first class hotel is located in the center of Zermatt.
Hotel National Zermatt
This first class hotel is located in the center of Zermatt.
Hotel National Zermatt
This first class hotel is located in the center of Zermatt.
Hotel Pollux
This first class hotel is situated in the heart of Zermatt.
Hotel Pollux
This first class hotel is situated in the heart of Zermatt.
Hotel Lido Seegarten
This first class hotel is nestled at the foot of Mount Bré, directly on the shores of Lake Lugano.
Hotel Lido Seegarten
This first class hotel is nestled at the foot of Mount Bré, directly on the shores of Lake Lugano.
Hotel Lido Seegarten
This first class hotel is nestled at the foot of Mount Bré, directly on the shores of Lake Lugano.
Hotel Lido Seegarten
This first class hotel is nestled at the foot of Mount Bré, directly on the shores of Lake Lugano.
Hotel Lido Seegarten
This first class hotel is nestled at the foot of Mount Bré, directly on the shores of Lake Lugano.
Park Hotel Principe
This superior first class hotel is nestled amidst lush gardens, just ten minutes from downtown Lugano.
Park Hotel Principe
This superior first class hotel is nestled amidst lush gardens, just ten minutes from downtown Lugano.
Park Hotel Principe
This superior first class hotel is nestled amidst lush gardens, just ten minutes from downtown Lugano.
Park Hotel Principe
This superior first class hotel is nestled amidst lush gardens, just ten minutes from downtown Lugano.
Park Hotel Principe
This superior first class hotel is nestled amidst lush gardens, just ten minutes from downtown Lugano.
Park Hotel Principe
This superior first class hotel is nestled amidst lush gardens, just ten minutes from downtown Lugano.
Park Hotel Principe
This superior first class hotel is nestled amidst lush gardens, just ten minutes from downtown Lugano.
Park Hotel Principe
This superior first class hotel is nestled amidst lush gardens, just ten minutes from downtown Lugano.
Park Hotel Principe
This superior first class hotel is nestled amidst lush gardens, just ten minutes from downtown Lugano.
Park Hotel Principe
This superior first class hotel is nestled amidst lush gardens, just ten minutes from downtown Lugano.
Park Hotel Principe
This superior first class hotel is nestled amidst lush gardens, just ten minutes from downtown Lugano.
Villa Sassa Hotel, Residence & Spa
This first class hotel is located in the city center of Lugano.
Villa Sassa Hotel, Residence & Spa
This first class hotel is located in the city center of Lugano.
Villa Sassa Hotel, Residence & Spa
This first class hotel is located in the city center of Lugano.
Villa Sassa Hotel, Residence & Spa
This first class hotel is located in the city center of Lugano.
Villa Sassa Hotel, Residence & Spa
This first class hotel is located in the city center of Lugano.
Crystal Hotel
This first class hotel is set in the picturesque town of St. Moritz.
Hotel Steffani
This first class hotel is set in the heart of St. Moritz.
Hotel Steffani
This first class hotel is set in the heart of St. Moritz.
Essential by Dorint Interlaken
This first class hotel is located in Interlaken, near the Interlaken West train station.
Hotel Wilden Mann Lucerne
This first class hotel is situated in the heart of Lucerne.
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