Country Roads of Switzerland - Classic Group
Country Roads of Switzerland - Classic Group
$6975
Country Roads of Switzerland - Classic Group
14 Days Starting and ending in Zurich, Switzerland
Visiting: Lucerne, Bern, Montreux, Geneva, Zermatt, Lugano, St. Moritz, Grindelwald, Zürich
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Tour code:
E728N26
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Country Roads of Switzerland - Classic Group" tour and experience the enchanting beauty of Switzerland's snow-capped peaks, serene lakes, and charming villages. Begin your journey in Zurich and explore the historic city of Lucerne, ascend Mount Stanserhorn via a solar-powered cable car, and marvel at the panoramic views. Discover the medieval architecture of Bern, the picturesque town of Gruyères, and the stunning vineyards of Lake Geneva. Enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Geneva, visit the iconic Chillon Castle, and ride the Glacier Express through the heart of the Swiss Alps. With guided tours, local culinary delights, and ample leisure time, this tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Lucerne
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation Name: Astoria Lucerne
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Switzerland, a land of snow-capped summits and romantic lakes that has attracted poets, musicians and travelers for centuries. Arrive into Zürich airport and transfer to your hotel in Lucerne. Meet your Travel Director and travel companions for a pleasant dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 2: Ascend The Summit Of Mount Stanserhorn
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation Name: Astoria, Lucerne
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore Mount Stanserhorn on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, as an open-top cable car powered by solar panels takes you up the summit. Admire unrivaled views of the surrounding mountains and, on a clear day see as far as Alsace in France and the Black Forest in Germany. Walk along beautiful scenic pathways, keeping an eye out for marmots and other native animals, with the chance to hear a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger, to learn about local wildlife and flora. Return to the beautiful 14th century city of Lucerne to see its storybook wooden bridges, Baroque church and sorrowful Lion Monument. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure to walk along the lake or perhaps shop for a special timepiece or chocolate.
Day 3: Bern, Gruyères And Montreux
Location: Bern
Accommodation Name: Eden Palace Au Lac, Montreux
Meals Included: Breakfast
In Bern, your Local Expert, a local English teacher, shows you the Cathedral of St. Vincent, Federal Palace and floral displays. Gather at the clock tower to watch the mechanical procession of painted figures before viewing the Ogre Fountain. Your travels continue into the wide, green valleys of the Vaud Alps with snowy summits filling the horizon. Continue through vineyards and alpine meadows to the fortified town of Gruyères, that gives its name to the well-known cheese. Enjoy time on your own to explore the pretty main street and 13th century castle. From Montreux, travel along the shores of Lake Geneva to visit a winery. Admire the stunning panorama overlooking the lake and savor a tasting of tantalising, local wines. Delight in a delicious Farm-to-Table light dinner, made from locally sourced produce, and learn how the family that owns the farm is preserving the estate for future generations on this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.
Day 4: Lake Geneva And The Swiss Countryside
Location: Montreux
Accommodation Name: Eden Palace Au Lac, Montreux
Meals Included: Breakfast
On the western bay of Lake Geneva, visit Chillon Castle for a special tour of the former home to the Dukes of Savoy, immortalized by Lord Byron's 'Prisoner of Chillon.' Keep a look out for where the writer is rumoured to have left his mark. Return to Montreux where the rest of the day is free for you to explore on your own or relax as you wish at your quayside hotel.
Day 5: Geneva And Scenic Lake Cruise Relaxed Start
Location: Geneva
Accommodation Name: Eden Palace Au Lac, Montreux
Meals Included: Breakfast
Follow the shores of the lake to the international city of Geneva, seeing the Jet d’Eau and Floral Clock. Next, relax in first-class comfort on the waters of Lake Geneva during a highlight cruise. This evening, enjoy time at leisure on the promenade of your lakeside resort.
Day 6: Martigny, Sion And Zermatt Relaxed Start
Location: Zermatt
Accommodation Name: Resort Alex, Zermatt
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey into the upper Rh��ne Valley to Martigny to view the Roman Amphitheater. Continue to the town of Sion, dominated by two rocky peaks, each crowned with episcopal fortresses, and see the cathedral and Old Town Hall. Complete your journey via cogwheel train to the traffic-free mountain resort of Zermatt. This evening, take your pick from a selection a local restaurants for your Dine-Around evening, with a chance to delight in traditional fondue.
Day 7: Zermatt At Leisure Relaxed Start
Location: Zermatt
Accommodation Name: Resort Alex, Zermatt
Meals Included: Breakfast
Zermatt in the summertime offers many leisure possibilities: try swimming, hiking or relaxing in the fresh alpine surrounds. Perhaps take a trip to the Klein Matterhorn, see the Matterhorn from the church bridge or sample the delicious cakes known as Kuchen?
Day 8: The Italian Lake District To Lugano
Location: Lugano
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Täsch for a scenic drive to Brig, where you'll commence your ascent of the Simplon Pass, taking in magnificent views over the Alps from the 2,000-meter summit. Cut through northern Italy, stopping along the shores of Lake Maggiore. The afternoon is at your leisure. Perhaps join an experience to the stunning Isola Bella?
Day 9: The Glamour And Glitz Of St. Moritz
Location: St. Moritz
Accommodation Name: Crystal, St. Moritz, Steffani, St. Moritz
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey to the three Fortifications at Bellinzona to meet your Local Expert, for a fascinating insight into this UNESCO World Heritage Site. These castles are enchanting examples of fortified medieval architecture of the Alps. Your travels continue through the Grisons Region, traveling via San Bernardino and the town of Tiefencastel, as you follow the young Rhine River. Head east towards the Julier Pass and the glamorous resort of St. Moritz, set in the Engadine Valley with the majestic Grisons Alps towering above.
Day 10: Leisure Time In St. Moritz Relaxed Start
Location: St. Moritz
Accommodation Name: Crystal, St. Moritz, Steffani, St. Moritz
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a day at leisure to jostle with the jet-setters in this elegant resort or perhaps take an exciting train journey over the Bernina pass. To help you make the most of your day, your Travel Director will provide you with a mountain railways pass, offering free travel on all cable cars, funiculars and chairlifts (when available) in Engadine St. Moritz.
Day 11: The Glacier Express
Location: Grindelwald
Accommodation Name: Romantik Schweizerhof, Grindelwald
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Step aboard the Glacier Express to experience one of the world’s great railway journeys. Cross the Landwasser Viaduct before heading down through the Oberalp Valley to rejoin the coach at Andermatt. Drive through the dramatic Schöllenen Gorge passing the Devil's Bridge. Marvel at the Wetterhorn Peaks as you travel along the Grindelwald Valley. Follow the sparkling Lütschine River to Lauterbrunnen, at the head of the Valley of Waterfalls, and see the Staubbach Falls plunge 300 meters from the plateau above.
Day 12: Grindelwald At Leisure Relaxed Start
Location: Grindelwald
Accommodation Name: Romantik Schweizerhof, Grindelwald
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a full day at your leisure to explore Grindelwald, a charming village nestled in the Bernese Alps. Perhaps take a cogwheel train ride to the summit of the Jungfrau mountain, where you can marvel at the panoramic views of the surrounding alpine splendour. The Jungfraujoch, known as the "Top of Europe," offers stunning vistas and a chance to explore the Ice Palace and the Sphinx Observation Deck. Alternatively, hike one of the many trails that wind through the lush valleys and up into the high mountains, where the diverse flora and fauna are a delight for nature enthusiasts. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, spend your day shopping in the quaint village shops or simply soaking in the serene beauty of the area.
Day 13: Rural Switzerland To Zürich
Location: Zürich
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Take in the spectacular lake views, as you journey to Brienz, famous for its woodcarving traditions. Visit the Jobin Swiss Woodcarving Center to trace the history of the trade back to the early days of the 19th century. Continue over the Brünig Pass and drive alongside the lakes of Lungern and Sarnen to return to Zürich. See the Bahnhofstrasse, Grossmünster, River Limmat and Frauenmünster on an orientation of the city with your Travel Director. Join your travel companions at a local restaurant. Your dinner is accompanied with wine - raise your glass to toast to your adventures.
Day 14: Depart Zürich
Location: Zürich
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your Swiss adventures come to an end this morning as you depart from Zürich airport.
What's Included
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Meals
Includes 13 breakfasts, 3 dinners with wine, and 2 additional dinners.
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Personal Radio Headsets
Personal radio headsets are provided to give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights without missing any commentary.
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Hotel and Restaurant Tips
Hotel and restaurant tips are included, along with all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
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Luggage Handling
Luggage is carried for you and promptly delivered to your hotel door.
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Insight Flourish
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, a local specialty representing the destination.
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Wi-Fi
Complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi is provided (where available).
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Airport Transfers
Transfers are available at scheduled times if your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates.
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Luxury Coach
Travel in the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
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Hand Sanitizer
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
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Local Expert Tours
Includes guided tours with local experts in various locations such as Bellinzona, Bern, and Chillon Castle.
What's Not Included
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Flights
Flights to and from the tour start and end locations are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions and activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and beverages are not included.
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Gratuities for Tour Director and Driver
Gratuities for the Tour Director and Driver are not included.
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Additional Transfers
Transfers outside the scheduled times or for flights not aligned with the itinerary start and end dates are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach featuring double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Enjoy sanitized coaches with physical distancing measures and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Accommodation
Stay in luxurious hotels such as Astoria Lucerne, Eden Palace Au Lac in Montreux, Resort Alex in Zermatt, Crystal in St. Moritz, and Romantik Schweizerhof in Grindelwald, offering comfort and elegance throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transportation in Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and an onboard washroom. The coaches are sanitized before the start of the tour and maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented, and hand sanitizer is freely available on board.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour?
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights' accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
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What kind of meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 13 breakfasts, 3 dinners with wine, and 2 additional dinners. Specific meals include a dinner in Lucerne, a Dine-Around evening in Zermatt, and a dinner featuring Swiss classics in Zürich.
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What kind of activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a variety of activities such as ascending Mount Stanserhorn on an open-top cable car, visiting Chillon Castle, exploring the town of Bellinzona, cruising on Lake Geneva, riding the Glacier Express, and visiting the Jobin Swiss Woodcarving Center. Additionally, there are opportunities for leisure activities like hiking, swimming, and shopping in various locations.
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Is there any free time during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes several opportunities for free time. For example, you will have leisure time in Lucerne, Montreux, Zermatt, St. Moritz, and Grindelwald to explore on your own or relax as you wish.
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Are tips and taxes included in the tour price?
Yes, hotel and restaurant tips are included, so you won't have to worry about how much to give or search for foreign currency. All taxes and porterage charges at hotels are also included.
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes stays at various hotels such as Astoria Lucerne, Eden Palace Au Lac in Montreux, Resort Alex in Zermatt, Crystal or Steffani in St. Moritz, Romantik Schweizerhof in Grindelwald, and Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle.
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Are there any special experiences included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes special experiences such as a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger on Mount Stanserhorn, a visit to a family-run winery overlooking Lake Geneva, and a tour of Chillon Castle with the Head of Collections.
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What kind of physical activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes various physical activities such as walking along scenic pathways on Mount Stanserhorn, exploring the town of Bellinzona, and hiking in Grindelwald. There are also opportunities for swimming and other leisure activities in Zermatt and St. Moritz.
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Is Wi-Fi available during the tour?
Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is available on the coach and in the hotels where you will be staying, allowing you to stay connected with friends and family.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Insight Vacations requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD 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 insight vacations 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.
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