Tour 12) IMPERIAL AUSTRIA & ALPINE DELIGHTS OF TYROL & SWITZERLAND – 9 nights / 10 days

Day 1 – Arrival in Vienna

Arrival in Vienna, Austria’s elegant imperial capital. After check-in, enjoy some free time to relax and take a first stroll through the historic city centre. Discover the atmosphere around St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Hofburg Palace, or admire the grand architecture of the Ringstrasse. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Austrian dinner and experience the charm of Vienna by night. Overnight in Vienna.

Day 2 – Vienna City Tour

Today’s city tour introduces Vienna’s most famous landmarks. See the Hofburg Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna State Opera and the magnificent Ringstrasse. Visit or admire Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburgs. Enjoy free time in the historic centre to explore elegant streets, traditional cafés and local shops, or simply soak up the atmosphere of Austria’s imperial capital. Overnight in Vienna.

Day 3 – Dürnstein, Danube River Cruise, Melk & Hallstatt – Salzburg

Travel through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Dürnstein, a charming medieval village surrounded by vineyards. Enjoy a scenic Danube River cruise before continuing to Melk and its magnificent Baroque abbey overlooking the river. The journey continues through the beautiful Salzkammergut to Hallstatt, spectacularly situated beside the lake and mountains. Afterwards, continue to Salzburg. Overnight in Salzburg.

Day 4 – Salzburg City Tour, Wattens & Swarovski Crystal Worlds – Innsbruck

Explore Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart and famous for The Sound of Music. See Mirabell Gardens, Mozart’s birthplace, Salzburg Cathedral and the historic Old Town beneath Hohensalzburg Fortress. Continue to Wattens and visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds, featuring spectacular crystal installations and artistic creations. Afterwards, travel to Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol, surrounded by impressive Alpine scenery. Overnight in Innsbruck.

Day 5 – 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 6 – Innsbruck – St. Moritz

Travel through spectacular Alpine scenery from Tyrol into Switzerland. The journey leads to St. Moritz, one of the world’s most famous mountain resorts, beautifully situated beside Lake St. Moritz in the Engadine Valley. Enjoy time to explore the elegant resort, stroll along the lake or discover its charming streets and boutiques while taking in the magnificent mountain panorama. 
Overnight in St. Moritz.

Day 7 – St. Moritz – Tirano – Lugano City Tour

Continue through the spectacular Alps towards Tirano, enjoying dramatic mountain landscapes and picturesque valleys along the way. From Tirano, continue south to Lugano in Switzerland’s Italian-speaking Ticino region. During the city tour, discover the attractive lakeside promenade, Piazza della Riforma, the historic Old Town and Mediterranean-style architecture. Mountains, palm trees and the lake create a distinctly southern atmosphere. Overnight in Lugano.

Day 8 – Lugano – Bellinzona – Flüelen – Lucerne City Tour

Travel north through Ticino to Bellinzona, famous for its impressive medieval castles and UNESCO-listed fortifications. Continue through the Swiss landscape to Flüelen, situated at the southern end of Lake Lucerne. Arrive in Lucerne and discover its picturesque Old Town, the iconic Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument. Enjoy beautiful views of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alpine peaks. Overnight in Lucerne.

Day 9 – Optional Mount Titlis – Lucerne – Zurich City Tour

This morning, enjoy an optional excursion to Mount Titlis, ascending by cable car into a spectacular high-Alpine world of snow, glaciers and panoramic mountain views. Later, continue to Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city. Discover the historic Old Town, Grossmünster, Limmat River and famous Bahnhofstrasse. Depending on time, enjoy some shopping or a relaxing walk before settling into Zurich. Overnight in Zurich.

Day 10 – Zurich – Return Flight

Depending on your departure time, enjoy a final morning in Zurich. Take a leisurely walk through the Old Town, browse the elegant shops along Bahnhofstrasse or relax beside Lake Zurich. Afterwards, transfer to Zurich Airport for your return flight, concluding your memorable journey through the highlights of Austria and Switzerland. Return flight.