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Best of Switzerland 2010

An alpine paradise filled with snow-capped mountains, sparkling lakes, and gorgeous cafestles. Get acquainted with charming Zurich, Italian-speaking Lugano, cosmopolitan Geneva, and lovely Lucerne.

Highlights

  • Zurich
  • Liechtenstein
  • St. Moritz
  • Lugano
  • Zermatt
  • Lake Geneva
  • Geneva
  • Berne
  • Interlaken
  • Brienz
  • Lucerne

    Whats Included

    Sightseeing Highlights

  • Zurich: Sightseeing tour including the medieval Old Town.
  • Liechtenstein: Visit the capital, Vaduz.
  • St. Moritz: Visit the exclusive mountain resort.
  • Italian Lakes See beautiful Lake Maggiore.
  • Lugano: Orienation tour of the resort on the lovely lake of the same name.
  • Zermatt: Ascent by electric mini-bus and taxi to your Zermatt hotel.the Matterhorn (weather permitting).
  • Lake Geneva: View the Castle of Chillon.
  • Geneva: Orientation including the Jet d'Eau Fountain. View Mont Blanc (weather permitting).
  • Berne: See the federal capital city.
  • 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.

    Dining Highlights

  • 7 Hot Buffet breakfasts
  • 4 three-course dinners
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Lucerne. 12 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary))

    First Class Travel Highlights

  • First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
  • Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
  • The services of one of Trafalgar's top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and a Welcome on Tour book.
  • Airport transfers are provided on Day 2 and Day 9 (conditions apply)

    Important note:
    This tour will visit France and Italy for a short period. Some passengers may require double entry visas. Please speak with your travel agent to assess your specific requirements.

  • Call (850) 385-3366 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8692910
    Tour OperatorTrafalgar Tours
    OfferOffer valid through 12/31/2009
    Duration
    9 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1Depart USA Depart USA :
    Overnight flight to Zurich.
    Day 2Zurich Arrive Zurich :
    Welcome to Zurich, the financial center of Switzerland. After check-in, we enjoy a late afternoon orientation tour of this lakeside city revealing its charm and beauty. Early this evening we enjoy a Welcome Drink and tour briefing with our Tour Director and meet our fellow traveling companions.

    Hotel: Renaissance
    Day 3St. Moritz 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 charming and famous ski resort of Klosters and make our way up to the Fluela Pass (when open), and past picturesque Susch to our overnight hotel in St. Moritz, the renowned winter sports resort. This evening, dinner is at our hotel. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Laudinella
    Day 4Lugano St. Moritz - Bellinzona - Lugano :
    We ascend the Julier Pass and drive along the San Bernadino route to Bellinzona in the Italian-speaking canton of Ticino. Soon we arrive in the balmy lakeside resort of Lugano with its luxuriant gardens, elegant cafesino and traffic free squares of open air cafes. Perhaps take a walk beside the lake or take an excursion to some of the nearby Italian Lakes with their elegant villas and gardens. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Holiday Inn
    Day 5Zermatt Lugano - Zermatt :
    Via Lake Maggiore and through a small section of Italy to Domodossola 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, where our Tour Director will reveal a Hidden Treasure! Then time at leisure in the serenity and crisp air of this Alpine haven, so why not take a mountain ride for fantastic views of the Matterhorn which still attracts mountaineers every summer from all over the world who attempt the difficult ascent. (Buffet breakfast / Highlight dinner)

    Hotel: Albana Real
    Day 6Lake Genevea Zermatt - Geneva - Lake Genevea (Evian) :
    Our day begins with a drive through the Rhone Valley to Lake Geneva where we view Byron's Castle of Chillon which lies right beside the waters of the lake. From here we will drive to the international city of Geneva which is located on the far western side of the vast Lake Geneva. Here our sightseeing tour will show us the Reformation Monument, the old cathedral, the Jet d'Eau fountain and the United Nations building. Then we drive along the southern shores of Lake Geneva to Evian, renowned for its pure mineral water, to our hotel tonight. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Hilton Evian les Bains
    Day 7Lucerne Evian - Berne - Interlaken - Brienz - Lucerne (2 nights) :
    This morning we head north towards Berne, the Swiss capital, and then to Interlaken - lying between the lakes of Thun and Brienz and overlooked by the Jungfrau Mountain. Time for a spot of lunch before continuing over the Brunig Pass on our approach to lakeside Lucerne in its beautiful setting for two relaxing nights. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Radisson Blu (2 nights)
    Day 8Lucerne Lucerne orientation and 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. Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your Tour Director and fellow travelers. (Buffet breakfast / Farewell dinner)
    Day 9Return USA Lucerne - Zurich - USA :
    This morning time to bid farewell to Switzerland and our Tour Director and newfound friends as our vacation comes to an end. There is a transfer available to Zurich airport, conditions apply. (Buffet breakfast)

    Please do not book flights which depart before 10.00am.
    Dates/Pricing
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    DateDescriptionPrice FromQuote
    April 16, 2010Land Price$1,890.00 (USD)Quote
    April 23, 2010Land Price$1,890.00 (USD)Quote
    April 30, 2010Land Price$1,975.00 (USD)Quote
    May 07, 2010Land Price$1,975.00 (USD)Quote
    May 14, 2010Land Price$1,975.00 (USD)Quote
    May 21, 2010Land Price$1,975.00 (USD)Quote
    May 28, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    June 04, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    June 11, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    June 18, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    June 25, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    July 02, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    July 09, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    July 16, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    July 23, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    July 30, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    August 06, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    August 13, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    August 20, 2010Land Price$1,999.00 (USD)Quote
    August 27, 2010Land Price$1,975.00 (USD)Quote
    September 03, 2010Land Price$1,990.00 (USD)Quote
    September 10, 2010Land Price$1,990.00 (USD)Quote
    September 17, 2010Land Price$1,990.00 (USD)Quote
    September 24, 2010Land Price$1,990.00 (USD)Quote
    October 01, 2010Land Price$1,975.00 (USD)Quote
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