Tour 09) SWISS HIGHLIGHTS WITH TYROL & BAVARIA – 8 nights / 9 days
Arrival Geneva – Lausanne – Montreux – Zermatt – Bern – Interlaken – Lucerne – Zurich – Vaduz – Innsbruck – Neuschwanstein – Füssen - Departure Munich
Day 1 – Arrival in Geneva – Lausanne
Arrival in Geneva and continue along the shores of beautiful Lake Geneva to Lausanne, a lively university and Olympic city. Enjoy the elegant lakeside setting and explore the historic Old Town, with its impressive cathedral and charming streets. The surrounding vineyards and views across Lake Geneva create a spectacular introduction to Switzerland. Overnight in Lausanne.
Day 2 – Lausanne – Montreux – Zermatt – Bern
Travel along the scenic shores of Lake Geneva to Montreux, famous for its elegant lakeside promenade and breathtaking Alpine views. Continue through the Rhône Valley towards Zermatt, the renowned car-free mountain resort beneath the iconic Matterhorn. Enjoy time to explore the village and admire its spectacular mountain surroundings. Continue to Bern, Switzerland’s charming capital, known for its UNESCO-listed Old Town, medieval arcades and famous Zytglogge clock tower. Overnight in Bern.
Day 3 – Bern – Interlaken – Jungfrau Region – Zurich
Continue to Interlaken, beautifully situated between Lakes Thun and Brienz and surrounded by the Bernese Alps. Enjoy time in this famous mountain resort, with an optional excursion to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe, one of Europe’s highest railway stations, offering spectacular high-Alpine scenery and glacier views. Continue to Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city. Explore the Old Town and enjoy the attractive setting on Lake Zurich. Overnight in Zurich.
Day 4 – Lucerne & Optional Mount Pilatus or Mount Titlis
Enjoy a full-day excursion to picturesque Lucerne. Discover the famous Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument, historic Old Town and beautiful Lake Lucerne waterfront. For an unforgettable mountain experience, choose an optional excursion to Mount Pilatus, with spectacular panoramic views, or Mount Titlis, famous for its glacier scenery and impressive cable-car journey. Return to Zurich in the afternoon or evening. Overnight in Zurich.
Day 5 – Zurich – Schaffhausen – Stein am Rhein – Vaduz – Innsbruck
Leave Zurich and travel to Schaffhausen to admire the impressive Rhine Falls, one of Europe’s most powerful waterfalls. Continue to the beautifully preserved medieval town of Stein am Rhein, known for its colorful historic facades. Cross into Liechtenstein and visit Vaduz, the small principality’s charming capital, beneath the dramatic Alps. Continue through the mountain scenery into Austria and arrive in Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol. Overnight in Innsbruck.
Day 6 – BEST OF INNSBRUCK: Sparkling Installations, Alpine Panorama & Tyrolean Traditions
Discover Innsbruck – THE CAPITAL OF THE ALPS - and its impressive combination of historic architecture and Alpine scenery. Visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds, a fascinating world of sparkling art, design and crystal installations. Later, take the cable car up to Nordkette with the “Top of Innsbruck” and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over Innsbruck and the surrounding Tyrolean Alps. In the evening, experience the traditional Tyrolean Folk Show with the Gundolf Family featuring regional music, dancing and customs combined with a delicious local meal. Overnight in Innsbruck.
Day 7 – Innsbruck – Neuschwanstein Castle – Füssen
Leave Innsbruck and travel through the spectacular Alpine landscape towards Bavaria. Visit Neuschwanstein Castle, the famous fairytale castle of King Ludwig II, dramatically perched above the village of Hohenschwangau. Enjoy time to admire the castle and surrounding mountain scenery before continuing to nearby Füssen. Explore its charming historic center, colorful buildings and medieval atmosphere. The combination of Bavarian culture and magnificent Alpine scenery makes this a memorable day. Overnight in Füssen.
Day 8 – Füssen – Munich – Munich City Tour
Travel from Füssen to Munich, Bavaria’s vibrant capital. Enjoy a comprehensive city tour featuring the historic Marienplatz, the impressive New Town Hall, Frauenkirche, the former royal residence and the elegant city center. Discover Munich’s famous Bavarian atmosphere and enjoy some free time for shopping, cafés or traditional cuisine. Depending on your interests and schedule, additional attractions such as the English Garden or the BMW area can be included. Overnight in Munich.
Day 9 – Munich & Departure
Enjoy a final morning in Munich before your departure. Depending on your flight time, there may be an opportunity for a relaxed breakfast, some last-minute shopping or a final stroll through the historic city center. Afterwards, transfer to Munich Airport for your departure flight, bringing your journey through Switzerland, Liechtenstein, the Austrian Tyrol and Bavaria to an end.