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Best of Switzerland (Bus Tour)

Summary:

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 mas...

Duration
9 Days
Countries
2
Next Departure
26-Apr-2025
Starting at
± EUR 3,566.00
Price per day
± EUR 396.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
Trafalgar Tours
Tour
Best of Switzerland
Travel Style
Bus Tour
Travel Quality
Comfortable Travel, Luxury Tour
Categories
tour category: Boattour category: Walking

Map: Best of Switzerland (Trafalgar)

Summary

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.

Day 1
Welcome To Zürich
Day 2
Journey To Lake Geneva
Day 3
Onwards To Chillon Castle And Zermatt Connect With...
Day 4
Zermatt Your Way
Day 5
Venture To The Italian Lake Maggiore
Day 6
Off To Alpine St. Moritz
Day 7
Journey To Lakeside Lucerne
Day 8
Admire Scenic Brienz And Interlaken Dive Into Cult...
Day 9
Homeward Bound

Countries (2): Italy, Switzerland

Travel Cities (9): Bern, Geneva, Interlaken, Lucerne, Montreux, Sankt Moritz, Stresa, Zermatt, Zurich

Highlights

Dining Summary

  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 8 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Lunch (L)

Be My Guest

  • Bourg-en-Lavaux: Enjoy Swiss hospitality with a vineyard owner and savour the flavours of local wines, cheeses, and breads, all set against the enchanting views of the Lake Geneva.

Dive into Culture

  • Brienz: Learn about Switzerland's wood-carving heritage at the Jobin wood sculpture museum in Brienz.

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: UNESCO World Heritage Listed Rhaetian RailwayTravel by train over the Bernina Pass 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.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

  • Zürich: Join Diana and her team of socially engaged local guides, for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience. Uncover the old town of Zürich during a fun and educational walking tour with the wonderful organisation who are raising awareness on social issues such as food insecurity and supporting local change makers and the community.This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 10 & 12: Reduced Inequalities & Responsible Consumption and Production.

Must-see 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

Included in Price

Whats Included

  • 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.

Travel Package

 

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Going to

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Zurich

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Interlaken

Group ToursThis is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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