Overview
Itinerary
Fly into Zurich Airport by midday then enjoy an orientation tour of Zurich. Wander through the shop-lined streets of this retail hotspot. Explore the famous shopping strip of Bahnhofstrasse and discover the high-end brands that feature in what is one of the world's most expensive shopping streets. Admire the Gothic beauty of the Grossmunster Church, which is said to be built on the graves of the city's patron saints, Felix and Regula.
Your local guide will then take you to the picturesque boulevard of Limmatquai. This famous street follows the Limmat River from the historic Old Town, past modern fashion boutiques and numerous mouth-watering cafes, chocolatiers and gourmet restaurants before arriving on the shores of Lake Zurich.
Afterwards, travel through the undulating countryside to Lucerne. Stay Two Nights: Lucerne, Hotel Monopol (or similar) (D)
Insider Experience: Travel to the peak of Mt Pilatus along the world's steepest cog-wheel railway, enjoying sensational views of flower-filled pastures, rocky mountain ledges and snow-tipped peaks.
Insider Experience: Indulge in a two-night stay at the Swiss chalet-style Hotel Sonne, which boasts a relaxing spa with incredible views of the stunning Matterhorn.
After breakfast this morning, set out on a guided morning tour of the town. As part of your exploration, you'll discover the charming Hinterdorf (Old Village), home to around 30 traditional chalet-style barns and shops constructed between the 16th and 18th centuries. Enjoy time at leisure this afternoon and evening to explore this gorgeous city even further. (B)
Insider Experience: Travel aboard the Glacier Express narrow-gauge train along the iconic route to the luxury alpine resort town of St Moritz.
This morning set out on a journey into Austria, travelling via the small alpine town Kitzbuhel on the way to Salzburg, birthplace of the famed composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Soak in the city's atmosphere with an afternoon at leisure, perhaps visiting Mirabell Gardens, where scenes for ‘The Sound of Music' were filmed back in the 1960s. Stay Two Nights: Salzburg, Hotel Imlauer and Brau (B)
Enjoy a tour of the city and the Old Town, where melodies drift from bustling coffee houses.
This afternoon you have the opportunity to take part in an optional excursion through the Bavarian Alps up to the historically significant site - The Eagle's Nest.
This evening indulge in a special dinner with your fellow travellers. (B/D)
After breakfast, travel via Mondsee to Budapest where your tour concludes. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Travel to the peak of Mt Pilatus along the world's steepest cog-wheel railway
- Enjoy a two-night stay at Zermatt's Hotel Sonne, with views of the Matterhorn
- Travel aboard the Glacier Express to St Moritz
- Two nights in Lucerne, Zermatt and Salzburg; one night in St Moritz
- Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Leader and local guides
- Explore seven towns, villages and cities
- Prices include transfers and tipping
- 11 meals - 7 breakfasts and 4 dinners
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Prices are for land only. Flights not included
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Travelmarvel Europe (2024)
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