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The Best of Austria & Switzerland

Name: The Best of Austria & Switzerland
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 4619 USD
Availability: InStock

Country:

Austria

Flight:

Not included

Favorite

Tour id:

51294

Operator:

Globus
Length:

11 days
Group size:

46 pax
Age:

5 to 80
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Relaxing
- Easy
- Moderate
- Serious
- Heart-pumping

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Itinerary

The hills are alive with the sound of music, the aroma of strudel, and the taste of schnitzel! In addition to the fables, falsettos, and tastes of two of Europe’s most scenic countries, a symphony of sights awaits your arrival on this scenic tour of Austria and Switzerland. Palaces and castles, peaks and glaciers, grand scenery, and moving movie scenes are all on the itinerary. As you make the stunning journey from melodious Vienna to metropolitan Zurich, you’ll experience the breathtaking scenery in a variety of ways. Cruise down the dreamy Danube, board the Glacier Express train for the car-free mountain resort of Zermatt, and frolic in the filming locations of The Sound of Music. At the end of your eye-opening and ear-pleasing vacation, “So long, farewell” will be the hardest notes to sing!

Tour program

Day 1

ARRIVE IN VIENNA, AUSTRIA

Welcome to Vienna! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)

Day 2

VIENNA

City of Dreams VIENNA Guided sightseeing includes Schönbrunn Palace and Heldenplatz. Free time this afternoon. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEMS Vienna’s spectacular Schönbrunn Palace served as the summer home of the Habsburg dynasty. This UNESCO World Heritage Site preserves the imperial home and glittering life of Austrian royalty in Vienna and the extravagant gardens surrounding the palace.

Day 3

VIENNA–KREMS–MONDSEE–SALZBURG

The Blue Danube KREMS Take a delightful Danube River cruise.
MONDSEE Visit the Parish Church.
SALZBURG Guided walking tour includes Mirabell Gardens, the Great Festival Hall, and Residenz Square (B)
193 mi / 310 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
EPIC RIDE Sit back and relax and watch the world go by during a leisurely cruise along one of the most scenic sections of the Danube, Europe’s second largest river. Wunderbar!

Day 4

SALZBURG

The Birthplace of Mozart SALZBURG Enjoy a free day to explore Salzburg. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEMS The birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Salzburg, will put a song in your heart as you explore its charmingly splendid gardens, and medieval and Baroque architecture along the pedestrian Altstadt (Old Town). Salzburg’s scenic Alpine landscape and architectural treasures has earned this Austrian jewel the reputation as one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Day 5

SALZBURG–INNSBRUCK–ST. MORITZ, SWITZERLAND

Heavenly Hills of Switzerland INNSBRUCK Walk through the Old Town to the Golden Roof. Free time to browse before driving
into the Swiss Engadine en route to St. Moritz. (B,D)
236 mi / 380 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Pass through the spectacular beauty of Swiss Engadine on your way to St. Moritz. Take in the alpine vistas surrounding this paradise of deep blue lakes and rolling green meadows, forests, snow-capped summits, and endless sky in one of Switzerland’s most stunning valleys.

Day 6

ST. MORITZ–CHUR–TÄSCH–ZERMATT

All Aboard in the Alps CHUR Take the Glacier Express train to Zermatt with dinner served on board. (B,D)
149 mi / 240 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
EPIC RIDE Don’t let the name fool you. While its speed won’t take your breath away, the Glacier Express train to Zermatt delivers a slow, breathtaking ride through some of Switzerland’s most stunning scenery. Traveling the rails over 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels, you’ll take in each passing postcard scene while reaching an altitude of 6,670 feet above sea level.

Day 7

ZERMATT

Peak Perfection ZERMATT Enjoy a free day. (B,D)

FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE Spend the day leisurely strolling around car-free Zermatt or join an excursion to the Matterhorn Glacier, an Alpine paradise of sky slopes, panoramic vistas, ice carvings and unique views. An amazing experience you do not want to miss.

Day 8

ZERMATT–BERN

Poetry in Motion ZERMATT Mountain train ride to Täsch.
CHILLON Take a guided visit of the castle and enjoy a wine tasting. (B)
155 mi / 250 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
CULTURAL GEMS Poised on a diminutive island on Lake Geneva and protected by a natural moat is the striking site of Chillon Castle. Discover the Castle’s secrets as you stroll through it on your guided tour. What better way to complete your visit than with a wine tasting for good measure!

Day 9

BERN–INTERLAKEN–LUCERNE

Coming up Roses in Bern BERN Guided walking tour. includes a stop at Bear Park, panoramic views of the city from the Rose Garden and the Old Town.
INTERLAKEN Free time for lunch en route to Lucerne. (B)
75 mi / 120 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CITY SIGHTS Explore the “City of Fountains” Bern - the capital city of Switzerland, dating back to the 12th century. Take in the medieval architecture in the Altstadt (Old Town) with its 6 kilometres of arcades and animated clock tower, and panoramic views of the city from the Rose Garden and Bear Park.

Day 10

LUCERNE

Lion Hearts in Lucerne LUCERNE Walking tour includes the Lion monument, the Old Town, and the Chapel Bridge. Private boat cruise this evening followed by farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

LOCAL FAVORITE
EPIC RIDE Lucerne looks on top of the stunning lake Vierwaldstättersee, the “lake of the four forested Cantons.” This evening a private panoramic cruise on the lake will highlight the sheer beauty of Lucerne and its surroundings. To top off the evening and the tour, enjoy a farewell dinner with your travel companions.

Day 11

LUCERNE–ZÜRICH AIRPORT

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
A morning complimentary transfer to Zurich Airport in time for homebound flights leaving no earlier than 10 am. Extra nights are available in Zurich. (B)
42mi/ 68km

Tour Details

transport

Motorcoach. Free wi-fi available on your motorcoach and in most hotel lobbies.

insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

optional

CLASSICAL AUSTRIAN DINNER
CLASSICAL CONCERT
CLASSICAL AUSTRIAN DINNER AND CONCERT
SPECTACULAR BERCHTESGADEN
PONTRESINA AND THE ROSEG VALLEY
MATTERHORN GLACIER PARADISE
SWISS FOLKLORE
MOUNT PILATUS
TRÜMMELBACH WATERFALLS

flights

International flights are not included.

others

VIENNA - Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit Schönbrunn Palace and Heldenplatz

MONDSEE - Visit the church from The Sound of Music

SALZBURG - Guided walking tour, visit Mirabell Gardens and Residenz Square; Globus Local Favorite dinner at the St. Peter Stiftskeller

INNSBRUCK - Walk through the Old Town to the Golden Roof

CHUR–ZERMATT - Globus Local Favorite By Glacier Express train (first-class with panorama windows) including lunch

ZERMATT–TÄSCH - By mountain train

CHILLON - Guided visit of the castle

BERNE - Guided walking tour, stop at the Rose Garden and the Bear Park

INTERLAKEN - Take pictures of the Jungfrau

LUCERNE - Walking tour including the Lion Monument & Chapel Bridge; Globus Local Favorite private cruise with a drink and farewell dinner at a local restaurant

Headsets throughout the tour

others

Other activities and services are not included.

meals

Full buffet breakfast daily, 5 Dinners

guide

Averaging over a decade... we’d like you to meet a Tour Director, who is representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

Good to know

Currency

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Euro

Austria

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Customer reviews

Overall

Itinerary

4.9

Guide

4.9

Transport

Accommodation

4.2

Food

Operator

Faq Tour

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Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.

What documents are required to participate in the tour?

You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.