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Day 1 - Zurich, Switzerland
Arrive in Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city and one with a
well-deserved reputation for offering a high quality of life,
among the best in the world. You are met and transferred to
your hotel, where you meet your fellow guests this evening
for dinner.
Day 2 - Zurich
Enjoy a guided walking tour of Zurich this morning, taking
in its alluring mix of modern and Old World architecture
while strolling its wide, pedestrian-friendly avenues. Zurich
is known for its churches, and your walk incorporates
several noteworthy ones, including the Fraumünster, with
its Marc Chagall-designed stained glass windows, and the
Grossmünster, supposedly founded by Charlemagne and
later playing a key part in establishing the Reformation in
Switzerland. After lunch at a local bierkeller (beer cellar),
gather for a sweet finish with a visit to an independent
chocolate producer. Learn about the fascinating history and
production of Swiss chocolate at the last manufacturer who
still starts with the raw cacao beans.
Day 3 - Lucerne
Travel to Lucerne, on the shores of its beautiful lake, and
stroll the streets of this medieval jewel. The city’s most
famous landmark is the Chapel Bridge, the oldest covered
wooden bridge in Europe. Its interior is decorated with vivid
paintings, many of which date back to the 17th century and
depict events from the city’s history. You also visit Corn
Market Square and the nearby Old Town Hall, built in 1602.
There is time for lunch at leisure or further exploration,
Continue to Alpnachstad and board the cogwheel train for a
ride on the world’s steepest railway to the top of Mt. Pilatus.
Descend via a cable car and alpine gondola. Continue to your
hotel in Bern, named for the bears that may still be seen in
Europe’s wilderness.
Day 4 - Bern
This morning, discover the charms of Switzerland’s intimate
capital, strolling delightful old streets and stepping inside
the Zytglogge for a private, guided visit of this legendary
medieval clock tower. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure,
free to relax or explore on your own. Tonight, dine at your
elegant hotel.
Day 5 - Interlaken
Travel to the pretty mountain village of Habkern and partake
in two Swiss traditions. Enjoy a special class with a yodel
teacher and a lesson in the history of the famous alphorn.
Once, these massive horns were used by herdsmen on the
mountain slopes to communicate with people in the valleys
below; today, they are enjoyed as musical instruments, and
your lesson includes the option to play one yourself. After
lunch, visit scenic Interlaken and cruise beautiful Lake Thun,
surrounded by the glory of the Alps. Return to Bern for an
evening at leisure.
Day 6 - Zermatt
Drive to Stans for a visit to the Culinarium Alpinum, a
center where chefs, schnapps distillers, farmers, butchers,
sommeliers, cheesemakers and master bakers come together
to help preserve Alpine culinary heritage. Join a guide for a
tour with tastings, culminating in a traditional Swiss fondue lunch.
Then, board the renowned Glacier Express, traversing
majestic scenery in your first-class carriage, and enjoying
dinner onboard before arriving in the mountain town of
Zermatt — a popular waypoint for Alpine explorers.
Day 7 - Zermatt
Today, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities:
Ascend to the Summit of Gornegrat Mountain by cog railroad to take in vistas of the Matterhorn and more.
Hike in the Zermatt Mountains with an expert guide to see picturesque alpine lakes that reflect jaw-dropping scenery.
Indulge in a Spa Experience, taking advantage of your hotel’s exceptional amenities for a relaxing massage.
Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.
Day 8 - Stresa, Italy
A short train ride takes you out of Zermatt today. Enjoy
lunch at a local restaurant in the spectacular Simplon Pass
before arriving in the Italian Lakes District and the beautiful
resort town of Stresa, nestled on the shores of Lake Maggiore.
Ernest Hemingway set portions of his World War I novel
A Farewell to Arms here, although he didn’t actually visit in
person until 1948. Settle in to your lakeside hotel and enjoy a
Scenic Sundower overlooking the glittering lake, followed by
a fine dinner.
Day 9 - Stresa
Drive to Orta San Giulio, a charming medieval town resting
upon a shimmering lake. The town occupies a promontory
commanding wide views over the lake and farther shore, and
its shaded streets are made for wandering. Take a boat to the
nearby island of San Giulio to see its Benedictine monastery
and church. Legend claims the island was once infested by
serpents and monsters that terrorized local villages, until
patron saint Julius of Novara arrived with a great storm at
his back and banished them forever. Return to Stresa in the
afternoon.
Day 10 - Stresa
This morning, relax and enjoy the amenities at your hotel,
stroll the local market in Stresa or just sit in a café and
watch the world go by. Later, board a private boat for a
tour of Lake Maggiore and its islands, renowned for their
impressive gardens. On beautiful Isola Bella, enjoy a special
farewell dinner with your fellow guests as the sun sets over
the surrounding mountains.
Day 11 - Milan
Transfer this morning to Milan Malpensa Airport for your
onward travel.