Highlights

Gems of Switzerland      

10 Nights | 11 Days

EUW 24 E

 

Destination

Switzerland

Continent

Europe

Location

Switzerland is bordered by the countries of Austria, France, Italy, Liechtenstein and Germany.

Capital City

Bern

Language

French, German, Italian

Currency

Swiss Franc

Season

April to Mid of October

Airport

Zurich Airport | Geneva Airport | Bern Airport | Lugano Airport

Time Zone

GMT +1

Dial Code

+41

Tour Type

Family Tour | Honeymoon Tour | Couple Tour | Leisure Tour | Adventure Tour

Package Itinerary

Day 01Arrive Zurich – Basel

Upon arrival at Zurich Airport, transfer to the train station right below the airport and connect to your train taking you to Basel – The capital of art and culture alike. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and the rest of the day is free for you to explore and learn more about this lovely and lively city. The hotel will present to you a Basel card which allows you free access to all the public transport systems available. Over Night stay at Basel.

Day 02Basel City Tour

After B/F, enjoy exploring the various aspects the city has to offer. Some of the must see sights are: Solitude Park overlooking the Rhine promenade, crossing the Rhine via the oldest bridges, enjoys the view of the city from the Pfalz – the vantage point behind the cathedral. Finally you could stop to see the Les Trois Rois, a luxury hotel steeped in history and the oldest hotels here. The evening is free for you to relax and indulge in some great bargain shopping here. Over Night stay at Basel.

Day 03Basel Excursions

Another day in Basel and you have several options today. If you are an art buff, there are several museums and theatres you can visit and spend time at, or you could indulge in a boat cruise that takes you to the confluence point from where you can see a part of Germany and France whilst being in Swiss waters. However should you have a valid Schengen visa you can also take a day tour into the Black forest of Germany or into the Alsace region of France. Should you however wish to spend more time in Basel itself, you could walk around the city and try lunch at any of the many trendy eateries and spend time browsing around in the local markets. "Lackerli" (sweet biscuit) is a Basel specialty and a must buy here. Freie Strasse is the shopping street with more than 150 retailers housed here and is a great place to spend some time too. Basel is quite famous for its nightlife, with its wild parties or clubbing until dawn. Over Night stay at Basel.

Day 04Basel – Interlaken

After B/F, check-out from Basel Hotel and take the train departs to Interlaken. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and check in. Later in the evening, make your way to the Harder Kulm. The trip up the mountain in the funicular is quite spectacular. Over Night stay at Interlaken.

Day 05Interlaken Excursion Mount Jungfraujoch

After B/F, it’s time to head to the station and head off to the Top of Europe – to the Jungfraujoch. Upon arrival at the top, you can walk around on the Glacier; spend time in the Sphinx there looking at all the peaks around you. On a clear day you can see as far as the Mont Blanc (of France). Visit the Ice Palace and finally enjoy a hot meal in the restaurant there. Later in the afternoon take the train back to Interlaken and the rest of the evening is free for you to either walk around town, shop at Bucherer or any of the shops there else depending on the day of the week, you could also enjoy a Dinner cruise on the lake. For those who would like to gamble away, the famous Casino Kursaal awaits you. Over Night stay at Interlaken.

Day 06Interlaken Excursion Schilthorn

After B/F, take an excursion trip to Schilthorn by the cable car. Your first stop is the car free village of Murren where we recommend you get off, enjoy a cup of coffee and then proceed up to the peak. This is also the place where the famous James Bond movie was shot. You can enjoy some continental or Indian food at the 360 degree revolving restaurant up there. Later in the evening its time to return back to Interlaken but a strong recommendation is a stop at the Trummelbach Falls en route. Over Night stay at Interlaken.

Day 07Interlaken

After B/F, the day is free to explore the region in detail. You could take the boat cruise on the Brienz and visit the Ballenberg Open Air Museum which houses more than 100 original buildings from all over Switzerland and creates an atmosphere of how Switzerland was in the bygone days. Or make a full day trip to Lausanne, visit the Olympic Museum in Ouchy and head to Geneva. Over Night stay at Interlaken.

Day 08Interlaken – Lucerne

After B/F, check out from Interlaken and head towards the train station to board the train taking you to Lucerne. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and check in. Relax and later in the afternoon you could either walk around the city or opt for the 40 min train ride covering the Chapel Bridge, the town square, the Lion Monument and much more, or make a trip to Schaffhausen and the Rhine Falls, stopping at the 14TH Century Village Stein Am Rhine along the way. The Swiss Museum of Transport is also worth visiting here in Lucerne, which has been voted the most popular museum and theme park for the whole family in any weather. Over Night stay at Lucerne.

Day 09Lucerne Excursion Pilatus

An excursion up the Dragon Mountain is in store for you this morning. We suggest that if you are traveling in May, than the 1 hour boat ride is quite unique. The boat takes you from Lucerne to Alpnachstad from where you hop on to the world's steepest cogwheel railway that takes you to Pilatus Kulm. Prior to May month, you will need to take the train from Lucerne to Alpnachstad directly and then connect to the cogwheel train. Spend time at the peak and should you take the morning cogwheel train, you may be able to hop out at one of the stops along the way and see, a farmer bake bread and make some fresh cheese in the mountains. At the top there are some restaurants offering some mouthwatering food and soups. On the way back we recommend you take the cable car to Kriens from where Bus NR 1 takes you to Lucerne in 15 min. However, prior to that you must stop at the Pilatus Seilpark, which is Switzerland’s biggest suspension – Rope Park and a great hit with kids and adults alike. The rest of the evening is free for you to walk around the city. Over Night stay at Lucerne.

Day 10Lucerne Excursion Titlis

Today you visit the glacier paradise Titlis offering an eternal snow and ice experience on the highest viewpoint in Central Switzerland all year round. Ascending the world's first revolving gondola Rotair is like being an eagle.  You change 3 different cable cars to reach the peak where you can enjoy a pizza at the highest Pizzeria in the world and much more. The ice flier is a big hit with the family. With loads to do at the peak, more than half a day is a must. Return back to Lucerne. Later, spend rest of the time at any of the restaurants dotting the city or just walking along the lake. Over Night stay at Lucerne.

Day 11Lucerne – Zurich – Air – Onward Destination Journey

After B/F, check out from Lucerne and head to the train station to connect to your train taking you to Zurich Airport to board flight departing for onward destination journey.