Swiss Sational: Switzerland & Lake Como By Design
Swiss Sational: Switzerland & Lake Como By Design
Swiss Sational: Switzerland & Lake Como By Design
8 Days
Visiting: Arrive In Zurich, Zurich, Excursion To Rhine Falls, Berne, Chillon Castle, Lake Geneva, Lugano, Excursion On Lake Como, Europe
Tour operator:
Tour code:
FL-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Swiss chocolate or cheese? Train hopping through vineyards or thoughtful reflections at a thermal spa? Wine a little or a lot?! The sky’s the limit in Switzerland! Mountains of possibilities await you thanks to complimentary YourChoice Excursions on this 8-day vacation from Zurich to Lugano. A Swiss adventure that is so cool, it “Bernes!”Why This Trip is Head and Yodels Above the Rest: •An elevated Alpine adventure where mountains soar and wines pour.•An inspired itinerary that delivers postcard-perfect scenery, must-see sights, and lesser-known delights.•Included YourChoice Excursions in Geneva and Lugano. •What’s the Matterhorn? Not a thing!
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Zurich
Location: Arrive In Zurich
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Zurich! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
ARRIVE IN ZURICH Welcome to Zurich! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)ZURICH-CITY-CENTER.jpg
Day 2: Zurich,Excursion To Rhine Falls
Location: Zurich, Excursion To Rhine Falls
Meals Included: Breakfast
ZURICH Orientation walk of the Old Town includes sights of the Fraumünsterkirche.RHINE FALLS Take pictures of the waterfalls.
ZURICH–EXCURSION TO RHINE FALLS ZURICH Orientation walk of the Old Town includes sights of the Fraumünsterkirche.RHINE FALLS Take pictures of the waterfalls. (B)RHINE-FALLS.jpg
Day 3: Zurich,Berne,Chillon Castle,Lake Geneva
Location: Zurich, Berne, Chillon Castle, Lake Geneva
Meals Included: Breakfast
BERNE Guided walking tour includes the Old Town, a stop at Bear Park and a panoramic view of the city from Rose Garden. CHILLON Guided visit of the castle.
ZURICH–BERNE–CHILLON CASTLE–LAKE GENEVA BERNE Guided walking tour includes the Old Town, a stop at Bear Park and a panoramic view of the city from Rose Garden. CHILLON Guided visit of the castle. (B)CHILLON.jpg
Day 4: Lake Geneva
Location: Lake Geneva
Meals Included: Breakfast
LAKE GENEVA LAKE GENEVA YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice:
Day 5: Lake Geneva,Lugano
Location: Lake Geneva, Lugano
Meals Included: Breakfast
LAKE GENEVA Take a gondola ride to the pinnacle of glacial terrain at Glacier 3000 for soaring sights high above Lake Geneva. Explore the spectacular scenery and endless skies with a walk on the glacier or spend time at the fun park during your visit.
LAKE GENEVA–LUGANO LAKE GENEVA Take a gondola ride to the pinnacle of glacial terrain at Glacier 3000 for soaring sights high above Lake Geneva. Explore the spectacular scenery and endless skies with a walk on the glacier or spend time at the fun park during your visit. (B)LAKE-GENEVA-GLACIER-3000.jpg
Day 6: Lugano
Location: Lugano
Meals Included: Breakfast
LUGANO LUGANO YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice:
Day 7: Lugano,Excursion On Lake Como
Location: Lugano, Excursion On Lake Como
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
LUGANO: Drive to Lake Como. Embark on a boat cruise to take in the sights around Como's dazzling lake all the way to Bellagio. Marvel at matchless views of the Italian Alps as you float past forested hills, charming lakeside villages, peaceful bays, exotic gardens, and the elegant villas of the glitterati. Next continue on to the town of Como for some free time.This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant
LUGANO–EXCURSION ON LAKE COMO LUGANO: Drive to Lake Como. Embark on a boat cruise to take in the sights around Como's dazzling lake all the way to Bellagio. Marvel at matchless views of the Italian Alps as you float past forested hills, charming lakeside villages, peaceful bays, exotic gardens, and the elegant villas of the glitterati. Next continue on to the town of Como for some free time.This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant(B,D)LAKE-COMO-BELLAGIO.jpg
Day 8: Lugano
Location: Lugano
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast in the morning. (The nearest airport is Milan.)
LUGANO Your vacation ends with breakfast in the morning. (The nearest airport is Milan.) (B)LUGANO.jpg
Meals
Breakfast Daily, 2 Dinners
Accommodation
Zurich:Courtyard by Marriott Zurich NorthLake Geneva:Moevenpick Hotel LausanneLugano:De La Paix
UNESCO Sites
Lavaux (Vineyard Terraces)|Old City of Berne
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Globus requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.