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Bourg-en-Lavaux: Enjoy Swiss hospitality with a vineyard owner and savor the flavors of local wines, cheeses, and breads, all set against the enchanting views of the Lake Geneva. Brienz: Learn about Switzerland’s wood-carving heritage at the Jobin wood sculpture museum in Brienz. Montreux: At the foot of the Alps this town boasts one of the most beautiful walks along Lake Geneva, join your Travel Director for an orientation before time at leisure this evening. Geneva: Spend the day taking in the spectacular views of Geneva. Bern: Explore Switzerland’s capital and see the Cathedral of St. Vincent, clock tower and Ogre Fountain. Brienz: Join your Travel Director for a leisurely drive along Lake Brienz. Marvel at the natural beauty of this region as you view the peaks of Bernese Oberland. Switzerland: Marvel at the Alpine landscape as you drive past breathtakingly beautiful mountains and valleys. Lucerne: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the Lion Monument, Old Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe. Zürich: During an orientation, your Travel Director will show you some of the highlights of this beautiful lakeside city. Zürich: Join Diana and her team of socially engaged local guides, for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience. Uncover the old town of Zürich during a fun and educational walking tour with the wonderful organization who are raising awareness on social issues such as food insecurity and supporting local change makers and the community.This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 10 & 12: Reduced Inequalities & Responsible Consumption and Production. Explore Geneva, Lucerne, Zurich and Montreux Scenic Drive along Lake Brienz and through the Alps Discover Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux, Gruyères, Bern, Lucerne and Zurich See Panorama Bridge in Sigriswil Scenic Train Ride from Montreux to Gstaad View the Swiss Alps in Interlaken and the Lion Monument, Chapel Bridge in Lucerne An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Optional Experiences and free time On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

Meals

4 Dinner (D) 8 Breakfast (B) 1 Lunch (L)

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

Accommodation

Royal Manotel Mona Montreux The Hey Astoria Hyatt Place Airport

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Trafalgar through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your client’s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

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Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

Others

Other activities and services are not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Geneva
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Welcome To Geneva

Launch your love affair with Switzerland in the sophisticated lakeside city of Geneva, an international city with all the charm of its Swiss traditions. After checking in to your hotel you’ll have time to relax after your flight, or explore and discover the city. This evening, make your way to a dinner at a local restaurant to meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers to get a taste of the adventures to come.
Day 2 Day 2: Journey To Lausanne And Montreux
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Journey To Lausanne And Montreux

Start your day with a morning orientation of the city, after it’s just a short hop along the lake and you’re in vibey Lausanne where you’ll have some free time. You might choose to visit the Olympic museum dedicated to the spirit of olympism or take a stroll through the old town to admire the majestic 12th-century Gothic cathedral. Next, we venture to Montreux, nestled between steep hills. Enjoy an orientation tour and the evening is yours to spend as you wish. Perhaps enjoy a cruise to Lake Geneva, including a visit to the Charlie Chaplin museum?
Day 3 Day 3: Venture To Gruyères And Lavaux Connect With Locals
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Venture To Gruyères And Lavaux Connect With Locals

The fromage heartland of Switzerland beckons this morning. You’ll head to the picture-perfect town of Gruyères where you can enjoy some free time. The 13th-century castle dominates the medieval town as you stroll down its cobblestone streets. Don’t forget to sample the famous local cheese before we leave. Lunch is in the heart of Lavaux with views of the vineyards, Lake Geneva and the beautiful Alps. If you can tear your eyes away from the stunning setting, you’ll Connect With Locals on this exclusive Be My Guest experience. Afterwards, we return to Montreux. You could choose to relax this afternoon, but we know you won’t be able to resist an Optional Experience to the enchanting Chillon Castle on the shores of Lake Geneva.
Day 4 Day 4: Golden Pass Train And Journey To Bern And Interlaken
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Golden Pass Train And Journey To Bern And Interlaken

The glamour of yesteryear and epic Alpine views are the stars of the show this morning as you take the Golden Pass Line Train from Montreux to Gstaad. Enjoy time on your own exploring Berne and see the parliament of Switzerland. Follow in the footsteps of Yoon Se-Ri and Ri Jeong-Hyeok from the popular romantic Korean drama series Crash Landing On You (CLOY), walk across the breathtaking Panoramabrücke Sigriswil (Sigriswil Panorama Bridge), a 340 meters long suspension bridge overlooking Lake Thun, where Ri Jeong-Hyeok asks Yoon Se-ri to take a photo of him and his fiancée. Continue to Interlaken in the heart of the Swiss Alps, located at the foot of a trio of famous peaks – the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for dinner at your hotel.
Day 5 Day 5: Explore The Sights Of Lake Brienz Dive Into Culture
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Explore The Sights Of Lake Brienz Dive Into Culture

This morning, spend some time at leisure or you can choose to join an Optional Experience to Grindelwald and Jungfrau Mountain.
Day 6 Day 6: Cross The Brünig Pass To Lucerne
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Cross The Brünig Pass To Lucerne

Say a fond farewell to Interlaken as you journey through enchanting Alpine forests and peaks tracing the epic beauty of Brünig Pass. Join your Travel Director for a drive along the shores of Lake Brienz and enjoy superb views of the peaks of the Bernese Oberland. Next we travel to Lucerne, soak up the relaxed lakeside atmosphere during your orientation. Cross the wooden Chapel Bridge, visit the solemn Lion Monument, commemorating the Massacre of the Swiss Guards in 1792, and maybe spend some time shopping in the Old Town. Make a stop in Brienz and Dive Into Culture as you gain insights into its centuries-old wood carving tradition. Consider joining our optional experience as we join local farmers for a wonderful carriage ride through a typical Alpine dairy farming community. Return to Lucerne later, in time for dinner at your hotel this evening.
Day 7 Day 7: Enjoy Mountain Views In Lucerne
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Enjoy Mountain Views In Lucerne

With a full day to explore Lucerne your way, you’ll be thrilled with whatever you choose to do. Your Travel Director is on hand to share their local tips on how best to spend your day, whether that’s finding a few sweet treats to take home or choosing that Swiss watch you’ve always wanted as a memento of your magical time in Switzerland. There’s plenty of time to live out your winter wonderland fantasy on our Optional Experience visit to Mount Titlis.
Day 8 Day 8: Discover Cosmopolitan Zürich Dive Into Culture
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Discover Cosmopolitan Zürich Dive Into Culture

We’ll continue to Zürich to discover its historic center including the Munster Bridge, Paradeplatz, Lindenhof Square and other enchanting locations in Zürich’s Old Town. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience for a social impact guided walking tour of old town Zurich. This experience addresses the Sustainable Development Goals 10 & 12 - Reduced Inequalities & Responsible Consumption and Production. This evening, toast to your epic journey during your Farewell Dinner.
Day 9 Day 9: Farewell Switzerland
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Farewell Switzerland

For now, it’s farewell to Switzerland and newfound friends at the end of an enchanting Swiss holiday you won’t forget. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.

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Swiss Delight (9 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Swiss Delight (9 Days)

Day 1: Welcome To Geneva

Day 2: Journey To Lausanne And Montreux

Day 3: Venture To Gruyères And Lavaux Connect With Locals

Day 4: Golden Pass Train And Journey To Bern And Interlaken

Day 5: Explore The Sights Of Lake Brienz Dive Into Culture

Day 6: Cross The Brünig Pass To Lucerne

Day 7: Enjoy Mountain Views In Lucerne

Day 8: Discover Cosmopolitan Zürich Dive Into Culture

Day 9: Farewell Switzerland

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