SWITZERLAND &
AUSTRIA 14 DAYS FROM $3,580 US Details below or
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Uncover the beauty of Switzerland and Austria on a trip through picturesque Alpine landscapes. See fascinating sights in a range of cities including Salzburg, Vienna and Innsbruck, and visit some of the world’s most famous winter resorts such as St. Moritz, Cortina and Zermatt.
Day 1 DEPART HOME Overnight flight to Zurich.
Day 2 ARRIVE ZURICH
Welcome to Zurich! After check-in, your Travel Director takes you on an orientation of Switzerland's financial capital. This evening, meet with your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and trip briefing.
Day 3 ZURICH - LIECHTENSTEIN - SALZBURG
A scenic drive along Lake Zurich brings you to Liechtenstein where you stop at the capital Vaduz. Follow the Arlberg route into the Tyrol, past the pretty skiing area around St. Johann and the Wilder Kaiser Mountains to Salzburg. This impressive city is dominated by Fortress Hohensalzburg. Tonight, join your companions for a delightful Be My Guest dinner at a local Gasthof.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Be My Guest dinner)
Hotel: Austria Trend Europa (F)
Day 4 SALZBURG - VIENNA (2 NIGHTS)
Your expert Local Guide shows you a wealth of fascinating sights during your walking tour including Mozart's family house and the Domplatz. Admire breathtaking scenery as you travel past Lake Mondsee and through the Wachau Valley en route to Imperial Vienna.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Austria Trend Parkhotel Schönbrunn (SF)
Day 5 VIENNA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Vienna is a beautiful city featuring grand palaces and buildings such as State Opera, the Hofburg, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Parliament and the Imperial Boulevards. Marvel at all these wonderful sights with your expert Local Guide. Stroll through the oldest part of the city - ‘Am Hof’. Spend time afterwards exploring on your own. Tonight, why not visit a nearby village for dinner at a lively 'Heurigen' inn.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 6 VIENNA - PIBER STUD FARM - ST. VEIT
Admire galleried courtyards and Renaissance squares in Graz. Visit the Lippizaner Stud Farm at Piber, which breeds athletic white stallions for the Spanish Riding School. Later arrive at your hotel in St. Veit where you dine this evening.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Romantik Hotel Post (F)
Day 7 ST. VEIT - INNSBRUCK
The Alpine scenery is breathtaking as you drive into Italy via Carbonin and Lake Misurina to the Tre Croci Pass. Explore Cortina d'Ampezzo, the Olympic skiing resort set in the heart of the Dolomites. Traverse spectacular mountain passes as you cross back into Austria. At Innsbruck, admire the Golden Roof, St. Jakob's Cathedral, the Hofburg Palace and the Olympic ski-jump during your orientation tour. Join your fellow travelers this evening for a Highlight Dinner of Tyrolean specialties at a local restaurant.
Day 8 INNSBRUCK - ST. MORITZ
This morning travel over the border into Switzerland and cross the enchanting Engadine. Arrive later in the fashionable winter sports resort of St. Moritz, where you are free this afternoon to explore the pristine landscape!
Day 9 ST. MORITZ - STRESA - ZERMATT (2 NIGHTS)
Traverse Alpine landscapes to Thusis and follow the San Bernadino route to Bellinzona, famous for its three castles. Continue via Locarno to the shores of Lake Maggiore and explore the scenic town Stresa. See the beautiful Borromean Islands as you head towards the Simplon Pass. Arrive later In Zermatt, and enjoy a fondue dinner at your hotel tonight.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Albana Real (F)
Day 10 ZERMATT FREE TIME
Spend your free day relaxing in the shadows of the magnificent Matterhorn or perhaps consider a mountain trip for fantastic views of the surrounding Alpine peaks.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 11 ZERMATT - GENEVA - LAKE GENEVA (EVIAN)
A spectacular drive through the Rhône Valley brings you to Lake Geneva where you view Lord Byron's Castle of Chillon. Admire the sights of Geneva during your orientation tour including the Reformation Monument, the old Cathedral, the Jet d’Eau fountain and the United Nations building. Follow the southern shores of Lake Geneva to Evian, renowned for its pure mineral water.
Day 12 LAKE GENEVA (EVIAN) - BERNE - INTERLAKEN - LUCERNE (2 NIGHTS)
Travel via Berne, the Federal capital of Switzerland, to Interlaken in the Bernese Oberland, where you see the mighty Jungfrau (subject to weather conditions). Interlaken is one of the oldest and most popular tourist resorts in Switzerland. Cross the Brünig Pass to the charming town of Lucerne.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Astoria (F)
Day 13 LUCERNE ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME
Lucerne is a beautiful medieval town set against an impressive backdrop of mountains. See the Chapel Bridge and visit the Lion Monument, built in memory of Louis XVI's Swiss Guard, during your orientation tour. Spend free time afterwards exploring the old town, shopping for and chocolates, or consider an excursion up a nearby mountain! Tonight, celebrate with your traveling companions at a Farewell Dinner.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Day 14 ZURICH - HOME
Say goodbye to Europe and your new found friends at the end of this amazing vacation. Airport transfer is available to Zurich Airport. Conditions apply.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
What's Included
Sightseeing Highlights Sightseeing Highlights
Zurich Orientation of Switzerland's financial capital.
Liechtenstein Visit the capital, Vaduz.
Salzburg Sightseeing includes the Domplatz, Mozart's birthplace and 'The Sound of Music' locations.
Wachau Valley See Melk Abbey and Dürnstein Castle.
Vienna View St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg, Opera and Parliament.
Graz Orientation includes the galleried courtyards and Renaissance 'Landhaus'.
Piber Visit the Lippizaner Stud Farm (when open).
Cortina d'Ampezzo Visit this Italian ski resort town in the Dolomites.
Innsbruck Orientation includes the Golden Roof, the Hofburg Palace and St. Jakob's cathedral.
St. Moritz Visit this exclusive mountain resort.
Stresa Visit this lakeside resort.
Zermatt Ascend by electric mini-bus and taxi to our Zermatt hotel. View the Matterhorn (weather permitting).
Geneva Orientation includes the Jet d'Eau and the United Nations building.
Lake Geneva View the Castle of Chillon.
Berne Visit the federal capital city.
Interlaken Enjoy views of the Jungfrau (weather permitting).
Lucerne Orientation includes the walled old town and the impressive Lion Monument.
Insider Highlights Insider Highlights
Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure experience, unique to your itinerary, courtesy of your expert Travel Director.
Be My Guest dinner in a local Gasthof in Salzburg.
Local Speciality Visit the Lippizaner Stud Farm at Piber which breeds stallions for the Spanish Riding School.
Dining Highlights Dining Highlights
Welcome Reception with your Travel Director in Zurich including Welcome Drinks and a light meal..
12 hot buffet breakfasts.
3 three-course dinners.
Be My Guest dinner at a local Gasthof in Salzburg.
Local highlight restaurant dinner with wine in Innsbruck.
Farewell Dinner with wine in Lucerne.
Travel Highlights First Class Travel Highlights
First class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and provate facilities.
All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included
Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and onboard restroom.
The services of one of our professional Travel Directors throughout your journey.
A qualified Local Guide in Salzburg and Vienna.
Audio headsets for all guided visits and included sightseeing
Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake booklet and map.
Departure Dates: April - October
Prices From approx $3,580 US
per person based on double occupancy
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