Exploring the Alpine Countries Austria - Germany - Switzerland

Highlights
Vienna, Danube Cruise, Salzburg, Mozart Dinner Concert, Munich, Oberammergau, Innsbruck, Bavarian Castles, Black Forest, Bern, Chateau de Chillon, Zermatt, Lucerne

Collette Experience

  • Begin your vacation with a special dinner in the quaint wine-making village of Grinzing.
  • Shop for world-famous hand-carved cuckoo clocks when you overnight in Germany's beautiful Black Forest region.
  • Spend two nights in the Alpine village of Zermatt, Switzerland at the foot of the Majestic Matterhorn.

    • Call 1 (800) 999-2599 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8723808

    Tour Operator
    Collette Vacations
    Offer
    Offer valid through 12/31/2009
    Duration
    13 Days
    DayDestinationDescription
    Air 1Overnight Flight Overnight Flight : Half timber houses, vineyards, yodelers and the world's finest classical music await you. You'll explore Europe's most picturesque countries: Austria, Germany (Bavaria), and Switzerland following your overnight flight.
    Day 2Vienna Arrive Vienna, Austria : Your tour begins in Vienna. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers at a special welcome dinner, complete with local entertainers, in the quaint wine making village of Grinzing.
    Day 3Vienna Vienna : You'll get to know Vienna this morning during a special tour that showcases its architectural marvels. You will visit the incredible Schoenbrunn Palace and see impressive St. Stephan's Cathedral. This afternoon enjoy free time to explore - stroll the streets or even visit a museum.
    Day 4Salzburg Vienna - Salzburg : LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. Enjoy a lovely cruise along the Danube, one of the most picturesque waterways in Europe. Later, visit the Benedictine Melk Abbey before continuing to the "City of Music," Salzburg. Tonight, enjoy a Mozart Dinner Concert at the centuries-old St. Peter's Restaurant.
    Day 5Salzburg Salzburg : Discover the splendor of Salzburg with a leisurely-paced walking tour of the Old Town. Some of the amazing sights you will see include the Cathedral, Mozart's birthplace and Mirabell Gardens.
    Day 6Oberammergau Salzburg - Munich, Germany - Oberammergau : Today you travel to Germany. In Munich, you'll feel the energy of this lively and fascinating city during a tour that highlights Olympic Park, the world-famous Glockenspiel, and Marienplatz, a beautiful square surrounded by shops, restaurants and cafes. Later in the day you'll arrive at your home for the next two nights - the quaint village of Oberammergau, renowned for wood carvings and the Passion Play.
    Day 7Oberammergau Oberammergau - Innsbruck, Austria - Oberammergau : Today you'll enjoy the scenery of the spectacular Bavarian Alps en route to enchanting Innsbruck. You'll walk through the charming pedestrian streets and see landmarks such as The Golden Roof with your local guide. You may find it easy to understand why this city, during the 14th century, was the center of European culture and politics as you wind through the narrow cobblestone streets.
    Day 8Black Forest Oberammergau - Black Forest : Today fairy tales come to life with a picture stop at Bavaria's most famous castle, Neuschwanstein. Next, you are off to Titisee, located in the heart of the stunning Black Forest. Don't forget to shop for authentic cuckoo clocks, Hummels and wood carvings!
    Day 9Zermatt Black Forest - Bern, Switzerland - Zermatt : Welcome to Switzerland! During your first stop you will take a panoramic tour of Bern where Albert Einstein worked out the details of his theory of relativity. Later, visit one of the most photographed castles in the world, the Chateau de Chillon, located on serene Lake Geneva. Your day ends in the relaxing village of Zermatt in the Swiss Alps. Take a stroll and breathe in the fresh Alpine air.
    Day 10Zermatt Zermatt - Gornergrat Railway : After an orientation tour of this mountain resort village you will travel on the famous Gornergrat Railway which offers an incredible view of the famed Matterhorn. The balance of the day is yours to relax or shop the many stores in the village.
    Day 11Lucerne Zermatt - Grimsel Pass - Lucerne : Views of glaciers, crystal clear rivers and snow-capped mountains will invigorate you as you travel through the spectacular scenery of the Grimsel Pass. Your final destination is the "Swiss Paradise on the Lake," the city of Lucerne.
    Day 12Lucerne Lucerne : This morning, embark on a scenic walking tour of this picturesque town, including a stroll through the romantic old town. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to explore the best Lucerne has to offer. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner at a lovely local restaurant, toasting the end of an incredible tour.
    Day 13Tour ends Lucerne - Tour Ends : Your tour ends today in Lucerne.
    Dates/Pricing

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    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    04/15/2010$2,599.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    Lodging
    Hotel De France
    Renaissance Salzburg
    Hotel Wittelsbach
    Hofgut Sternen
    Hotel Schweizerhof
    Waldstaetterhof
    Disclaimer
    Note
    Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call your Travel Agent for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.