Switzerland is a mountainous Central European country, home to numerous lakes, villages and the high peaks of the Alps. Its cities contain medieval quarters, with landmarks like capital Bern’s Zytglogge clock tower and Lucerne’s wooden chapel bridge. The country is also known for its ski resorts and hiking trails.
Departure from your home town, flight to land in Zurich (ZRH), The financial capital city of Switzerland.
Upon arrival, transfer to check in at hotel.
In the afternoon spent 4 hrs tour of Zurich together with a cable car ride to Felsenegg and a cruise on beautiful Lake Zurich.
First visit the main attractions of this busy cultural and commercial centre, including the medieval Old Town and elegant shopping avenue Bahnhofstrasse. Sit back as your knowledgeable guide points out all the top sights.. Pass by the Swiss National Museum, built in the style of a French Chateau, the shopping and business centre centred around the exclusive Bahnhofstrasse, the Limmatquai quarter and the the medieval Old Town with views up to the Lindenhof, a small hill where, in 1292, the brave women of Zurich saved the city from invaders. You'll also admire the largest church clock-face in Europe at St. Peter’s Church, see the patriarchal Guild Houses, and the beautiful Opera house. Finally, enjoy a photo-stop at the at the Fraumünster Church where you can admire the world-famous stained glass windows by Marc Chagall.
Continue, heading out of the city and into the countryside towards Aldiswil where you will embark on a panoramic cable car ride up to the renowned beauty spot of Felsenegg. Here you can enjoy some time to unwind as you take in the unforgettable and breath-taking views over Zurich, the lake and the snow-capped Alps.
Before the tour comes to an end, contemplate natures natural beauty with a relaxing cruise across the pristine waters of Lake Zurich before boarding the bus and returning to the hustle and bustle of Zurich along the picturesque Gold Coast. Back to hotel. Free & overnight. Lunch & Dinner on guest own account
Breakfast at hotel. This day begin by enjoying a scenic coach journey through the very best Swiss countryside on your way to Bernese Oberland. After a leisurely break in Interlaken, an astounding location between two lakes, board the thrilling cogwheel train in Grindelwald that trundles you up to Jungfraujoch (UNESCO as the World Heritage of the Swiss Alps) via Kleine Scheidegg. As you ascend, absorb the breath-taking views of the world-famous triple peaks of Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau – respectively, the Ogre, the Monk and the Maiden. Once at the top, lose yourself in the fascinating charm of this high-Alpine wonderland of ice, rock and snow. Experience the adventure tour “Alpine Sensation,” marking the 100-year anniversary of the Jungfrau Railway. Visit also the Sphinx Observation Terrace and Plateau, which boasts of the best vantage point over the snow-capped peaks, the various neighbouring countries and Europe’s longest glacier, the magnificent Aletsch Glacier. While you are up there, don’t forget to wander through the magical tunnels of the Ice Palace located deep in the heart of the glacier – an experience you will never forget. After that day of otherworldly sensations, on the way back you will pass the car-less holiday destination of Wengen and meet the coach in the charming Lauterbrunnen; you will discover great locations until the very last minute.
Transfer back to Zurich. Free and overnight. Lunch & Dinner on guest own account.
Breakfast at hotel. On this day, you will embark on a scenic coach journey through picturesque landscapes via the Albis Pass and along the shores of the Lake of the Four Forested Cantons (as Lake Lucerne is romantically called in German) to Lucerne. Enjoy a stop in this historic city for a brief tour of the main sights, including the Lion Monument, which was described by Mark Twain as ‘the most mournful and moving piece of stone in the world’. You will then have some time to explore the Old Town at your own leisure. Admire the frescoed façades and fairytale turrets of the narrow streets and marvel at the wooden Chapel Bridge. Afterwards, continue to Kriens, the picture-postcard alpine village nestling at the foot of Mount Pilatus. Here, hop on a panoramic gondola and enjoy a birds-eye view of the village below as you take the aerial cableway to reach the top, over 2,000 metres above sea level. Admire the breath-taking and spectacular view over the surrounding mountains and lakes, and enjoy free time to stop for a bite to eat or hike to the summit. Hold on to your hat as you prepare for another adventure as you board the world's steepest cogwheel railway (48% gradient) to descend Mount Pilatus to reach the lakeside hamlet of Alpnachstad, from where you will board a ferry for a scenic one-hour lake cruise to Lucerne.
After sightseeing, travel back to Zurich, free and overnight. Lunch & Dinner on guest own account.
Breakfast at hotel. This day travel first along the Schluchsee to the Titisee, which is in the heart of the Black Forest. Black Forest with its dense pine forests and secluded lakes in neighboring Germany, is a favorite holiday destination for many visitors. Here you will get an introduction of how the famous cuckoo clocks are being built. Enjoy time at leisure, do some shopping and taste the famous Black Forest Cake made with cherry brandy in one of the cafes. Back in Switzerland, visit the Rheinfall. Marvel at the roaring masses of water – up to 600 000 liters of water per second are thundering over the fall. On a short boat trip (payable directly) you can feel the spray on your face. Transfer back to Zurich after the tour. Free and overnight. Lunch & Dinner on guest own account.
Breakfast at hotel. This day form Zurich we follow the lake to Rapperswil and visit the picturesque Old Town and its medieval castle - time at leisure. Then after crossing the Ricken Pass with its panoramic views of the Alps we reach the lovely Toggenburg region with the most picturesque scenery of green hills and valleys.
In Vaduz, the capital of the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein you will have time at leisure. See the settings of Heidi’s story in the Maienfeld area. In the summer months (March 15 – November 15) we can visit Heidi’s village. A pleasant short walk leads to a collection of typical mountain houses, a village shop, and of course lots of little goats. Entry into the authentic Heidi House is optional. During winter time when Heidi’s village is closed we visit picturesque Werdenberg with the oldest buildings in Switzerland. Our trip along Lake Walen takes us back to Zurich.
After the tour, back to hotel. Free and overnight. Lunch & Dinner on guest own account.
Breakfast at hotel. Check out.
Transfer to Zurich airport, board the flight return to your home town or next destination.