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Best of Switzerland |
9 day
tour from US$1299
Tour Type: Regional Europe |
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Highlight |
Itinerary |
What's
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Optionals |
Dates
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HIGHLIGHT |
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Highlights:
- Zurich
- Liechtenstein
- St. Moritz
- Locarno
- Stresa
- Zermatt
- Lake Geneva
- Montreux
- Geneva
- Berne
- Interlaken
- Brienz
- Lucerne
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1 - Arrive Zurich
On arrival at Zurich airport you are met and transferred to your
hotel. After check-in, we delight in a late afternoon sightseeing
tour of this lakeside city revealing its charm and beauty. This
evening, we enjoy a welcome drink with our Tour Director and fellow
travelling companions.
Hotel: Renaissance
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2 - Zurich – Liechtenstein – St. Moritz
After breakfast, snow-capped mountains and sparkling lakes surround
us as we drive to the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein where we
visit its capital, Vaduz. From here we continue our journey via the
spectacular ski-resort of Davos and make our way up to the Fluela
Pass (when open), and past picturesque Susch to our overnight hotel
in St. Moritz. This evening, dinner is at our hotel (Buffet
Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Crystal
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3 - St. Moritz – Italian Lakes (Baveno)
We ascend the Julier Pass and along the San Bernadino Route to
Bellinzona. Then we continue our journey to the Italian Lakes via
Locarno to pretty Stresa for time at leisure or perhaps to shop for
Italian souvenirs. Later, we check in at our hotel in Baveno from
where you may wish to take a cruise to visit the picturesque Isola
Bella. Dinner will be served at our hotel tonight. (Buffet
Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Simplon
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4 - Italian Lakes (Baveno) – Zermatt
We drive towards the majestic Simplon Pass, 6,600 feet high. Later,
we arrive at Tasch where we board the electric mini-buses and taxis
which take us up to the picturesque village of Zermatt, still a
traditonal Swiss village of wooden chalets and window boxes. Here
there's time at leisure in the serenity and crisp alpine air of this
Alpine haven, so why not take a mountain ride for fantastic views of
the Matterhorn? This evening, we will enjoy dinner at our hotel.
(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Alpenroyal
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5 - Zermatt – Montreux – Geneva
Our day begins with a drive through the Rhône Valley to Lake Geneva
where we view Byron's Castle of Chillon. From here we will continue
to Montreux and see the major sights. Next our journey takes us via
Lausanne to the cosmopolitan city of Geneva for the night. On our
arrival we enjoy an orientation tour highlighting the Reformation
Monument, United Nations' Building and the Jet d'Eau Fountain.
Tonight, why not enjoy an exciting and special dinner out with your
travelling companions? (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Nash-Rex
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6 - Geneva – Berne – Interlaken – Brienz – Lucerne (2
nights)
This morning time to shop before we head off over the Brünig Pass
on our approach to lakeside Lucerne in its beautiful setting for two
relaxing nights. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Schiller (2 nights)
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7 - Lucerne orientation & at leisure
After breakfast we enjoy an orientation tour around this medieval
city highlighting the Lion Monument, built in memory of Louis XVI's
Swiss Guard, and Chapel Bridge. Later with time on your own, you may
wish to take an optional excursion to a nearby mountain peak, famed
for its splendid views. Or perhaps join in the fun of a Swiss
folklore show, or simply choose to explore the old city and shop for
Swiss watches, cuckoo clocks and delicious Swiss chocolates. Dinner
is included at our hotel this evening. (Buffet Breakfast /
Dinner)
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8 - Lucerne – Depart Zurich
This morning time to bid farewell to Switzerland and new-found
friends as we transfer you to Zurich Airport for your return flight
home. (Buffet Breakfast) Please do not schedule any flights before
10.30am.
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Note
This tour will visit France and Italy for a short period.
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WHAT'S
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Best of Switzerland What's Included
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Sightseeing
Highlights
- Zurich:
Sightseeing tour including the medieval Old Town.
- Liechtenstein: Visit
the capital, Vaduz.
- St. Moritz: Visit the
exclusive mountain resort.
- Locarno: See this
beautiful resort on Lake Maggiore.
- Stresa: Visit this
lovely lakeside resort.
- Zermatt: Ascent by
electric mini-bus and taxi to your Zermatt hotel. View the
Matterhorn (weather permitting).
- Lake Geneva: View the
Castle of Chillon.
- Montreux: Orientation
highlights the major sights.
- Geneva: Orientation
including the Jet d'Eau Fountain. View Mont Blanc (weather
permitting).
- Berne: Visit the Bear
Pits.
- Interlaken: Visit the
lakeside resort near the Jungfrau.
- Brienz: See local
wood-carvers at work.
- Lucerne: Orientation
including the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge.
- Scenic drives through
the Fluela and Julier Passes, the Engadine Valley and
Maloja Pass, the Italian Lake District, along the shores
of Lake Maggiore, the Simplon Pass, the Rhône Valley,
along the shores of Lake Geneva, the Bernese Oberland and
Brünig Passes.
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Dining
Highlights
- A welcome drink with your Tour
Director in Zurich
- 7 Buffet breakfasts
- 5 three-course dinners
12 meals in total (see day-by-day
itinerary))
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First
Class Travel Highlights
- The services of one of Trafalgar's
top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
- Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar's
luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats and
washroom.
- You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms
with private facilities.
- All hotel service charges and
tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
- A stylish travel bag and wallet
containing tour documents and helpful information.
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Airport
Transfers
- London Gateways:
Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and
central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your
transfers to and from the airport are included. It's that
simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your
airport and Central London.
- Important – Please Note: Passengers
will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports
providing the following conditions are met:
- You are staying at a London hotel,
booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night
prior to the date of your departure.
- Flights are either booked by
Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your
Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
- Only one included transfer both
inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar.
Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
- Only one included transfer both
inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar.
Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
- Heathrow Express operates between
05.10-23.30. Gatwick Express operates inbound services between
05.20-23.45 and outbound services from 04.30-23.45. Transfers
outside of these times are at the passengers own expense.
- In the event of unforeseen events
(road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not
be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
- No refund is available for
passengers not utilising this service.
- Why not upgrade to a Hotelink
transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London
hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the
additional upgrade price per person when booking)
- European Gateways: With
Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and
departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day
of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your
Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the
transfer times shown.
- Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who
book Trafalgar's Land+Air package and who arrive or depart
outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and
departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
- Passengers arriving before or
leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a
transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar
providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post
tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of
transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
- Land only passengers arriving or
departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but
whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer times
below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details
must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the
flight departure.
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Best of Switzerland Optional Excursions
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Note:
All optional excursions listed are for
2004/2005 please use the information as a guide only.
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- LAKE MAGGIORE. Borromean Islands - Isola Bella Palace Tour
A private launch takes us to the world-renowned islands of Lake
Maggiore. We see the Isola Madre, the Isola dei Pescatori, and on
the Isola Bella we visit the palace of the Borromean princes.
30.00 (€)
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CH1
- LUCERNE. Lake Cruise
Widely considered to be the most lovely of the mountain lakes, much
of the shoreline of Lake Lucerne can only be fully appreciated from
the water. Admire the spectacular homes of the fortunate few,
privileged to live on its scenic shores, as we cruise gently by.
36.00 (sf)
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CH1a
- Happy Hour Cruise
Like CH1 and includes 2 drinks
46.00 (sf)
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CH2
- LUCERNE. Swiss Experience
Enjoy an unforgettable trip along the lake to nearby mountain
slopes, and ascend by cog-wheel railway and cable car to spectacular
alpine views. The mountain air will whet your appetite for a
delicious lunch with drink included (one of the courses will be a
cheese fondue), in one of Switzerland’s most atmospheric
restaurants. Yodelling and alpine horns will contribute to your
enjoyment of the accompanying traditional folklore show. (On certain
departures the ascent as well as the descent of the mountain will be
by cable car only).
146.00 (sf)
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- LAKE GENEVA. Cruise & visit to Yvoire
Leaving the elegant guays of Geneva, our steamer cruises past the
palatial mansions of the rich and famous, stopping at picturesque
villages before arriving at our enchanting French destination -
Yvoire. We explore its winding streets, lined with the old stone
houses of former fishermen and dominated by the ancient ‘château’
of the Count and Countess. Then our motorcoach takes us through the
rich fields of the Savoy back into Switzerland.
51.00 (sf)
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CH5
- LAKE GENEVA. Mount Salève tour with Lunch/Dinner
Leaving Geneva for the French Alps we ascend the Salève mountain by
cable-car for breathtaking views of city, lake and the highest
mountain peaks. Our Savoyarde restaurant, perched on the limestone
ridge, affords a memorable experience of French regional cuisine.
Nearby walks will give you the opportunity to enjoy the alpine flora
and views of Mont Blanc.
94.00 (sf)
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- LUCERNE. Mount Pilatus
A scenic lakeshore drive brings us to our cog-wheel railway, where
we board our train to the summit of Lucerne’s most well-known
mountain. Here you have time to explore, admire the many sweeping
views and breathe in the fresh mountain air. Later a series of cable
cars will bring us gradually down through fields and forests to the
foot of this majestic mountain. (On certain departures the ascent as
well as the descent of the mountain will be by cable car only)
77.00 (sf)
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CH17
- LUCERNE. Lake Cruise & Mountain Excursion
On certain departures, for operational reasons CH1 and the mountain
trip will be combined.
103.00 (sf)
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CH21
- LAKE GENEVA. Excursion and Fondue Dinner in the Old Town of
Lausanne
The second Roman-founded town on Lac Leman invites us for an evening
visit. We see famous Ouchy on the lake shore, Switzerland’s
largest gothic Cathedral and enjoy a dinner which includes a
delicious and typical meat fondue and fine French wines.
92.00 (sf)
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- ZERMATT. Klein Matterhorn Excursion
A unique electric taxi service will drive us to the foot of
Zermatt's highest and most spectacular mountain ride. Enjoy stunning
views as we ascend to Furi and Trockener steg before boarding
Europe's highest cable car to arrive on the snow-capped top of the
world at 12,400 feet. A magnificent panorama of the highest peaks in
Switzerland, Italy and France will make this an unforgettable
experience.
85.00 (sf)
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CH25
- LUCERNE. Carriages and Countryside
A chance to meet the Swiss, as local farmers take us on a delightful
countryside tour in horse drawn carriages. Enjoy stunning scenery as
we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a working farm
where local drinks and snacks will be served at a 17th century barn.
62.00 (sf)
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CH26
- ST. MORITZ. Bernina Express
We drive along the Engadine Valley to the start of the spectacular
Bernina Pass. Here we will board our panoramic train for
breathtaking vistas of timeless glaciers as this narrow gauge
railway winds its way over the Southern Alps. At Journey’s End a
local hostelry welcomes us for a delightful taste of various local
vintages.
67.00 (sf)
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*These prices are correct at
the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at
the time of booking.
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