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Key Data from your inquiry:
Type of Tour:
Self-Guided (Train)
Nr. of travelers:
4 adults
Accomodation:
nice hotels
Where to go?
entire Switzerland
Must-Sees?
entire Switzerland
Arrival/Departure
Zurich / Zurich
Tour Start:
same day
Interests:
We'd like a fun week with our two adult children.
Level of fitness:
half-day hikes are fine
Comments:
We enjoy nature and beautiful sites as well as hiking. We enjoy nice dinners (but nothing too elaborate as son is not a huge foodie) and visiting different towns/ places. Children have not been to Europe.
Trip Itinerary:
We kindly ask for your understanding that the final tour itinerary including our detailed recommendations can only be provided after your confirmation and down payment.
Day 1: Arrival in Zurich
Zurich Airport is very well connected to the city center. With only about 15 min to the city center, you can already benefit from your Swiss Travel Pass. Your hotel will be located directly at the main train station - perfect for your day of arrival to still walk around, stretch out your legs after your flight and get an impression of Switzerland's biggest city. The famous Bahnhofstrasse and the Old town are in walking distance.
Day 2: Zurich → Engadin valley
On your way to the Alps, you will pass the beautiful Lake Walen from where the mighty seven Churfirsten arise. A short boat cruise will bring you to the Seerenbachfalls, the highest waterfalls in Switzerland. It is only a short walk to get closer to this natural spectacle. A small farm restaurant invites to linger around.
If you would like to do some shopping or equip yourselves for your next days in the mountains, you might want to stop by at the Landquart fashion outlet.
Day 3: Explore the Engadin
The Engadin Valley is a true nature and outdoor paradise. St. Moritz was not without reason the birthplace of winter tourism and hosted the Winter Olympics twice. Despite its cosmopolitan atmosphere, it is the culture and tradition of this luxurious Alpine resort that has made it what it is today.
Go on a train ride on the Bernina tracks to Alp Grüm or even to Tirano in Italy. Offering breathtaking views on the surrounding peaks and glaciers this UNESCO world heritage doesn't leave any wishes open.
For the active family members: We have plenty of hiking suggestions for every fitness level. Our tip: Rent yourself an (E-) mountain bike to explore the Bernina valley a little closer.
For cheese lovers: Have a break at the alpine cheesery Morteratsch and follow every step of making this swiss delicacy with your own eyes
Day 4: Engadin → Zermatt
Today we will add another highlight to your travel memories: The famous Glacier Express train ride. Over its entire length, the Glacier Express leads over 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels over the Swiss Alps.
On your trip from St Moritz, the train winds its way through remote valleys, past sheer rock faces, idyllic mountain villages, over the Landwasser Viaduct, and through the Rhine Gorge, the Grand Canyon of Switzerland.
Day 5: Zermatt
You will have the chance to discover Zermatt on the foot of Switzerland's natural landmark - the Matterhorn. Very popular is the 5 lakes hike in the morning to get a perfect reflection of the surrounding mountains.
Also, take up the cable car to the Glacier Paradise, Europe's highest cable car station (3883 meters). One of the highlights is certainly the platform with a view over 38 four-thousand-meter peaks and 14 glaciers of the Swiss, Italian and French Alps.
Possible Extension: Zermatt → Montreux: +1 day
Continuing your train ride along the Valais (Valley) the language will change from German to French. Stretch out your legs to discover the castles in Sion. Arriving at the Montreux Riviera you can enjoy the afternoon on the shores of Lake Geneva.
For cultural interested family members: A visit to the famous Chillon Castle
For wine lovers: Explore the vine terraces of Lavaux (another UNESCO world heritage) and go on a degustation tour. Many beautiful located restaurants invite you to stick around.
Something for everyone: A boat cruise on Lake Geneva
Possible Extension: Montreux → Bernese Oberland: + 1 day
Today everything will be about treating your taste buds: From Montreux, you will take the Golden Pass to get to the Maison Caillier. A tour through the history of Swiss chocolate incl. a degustation will make you understand what Swiss chocolate is all about.
But save some appetite: Gruyère, home to the famous Gruyère AOP cheese is only a stone's throw away. Stroll through this medieval town and enjoy a delicious fondue before leaving for the Bernese Oberland
Day 6: Bernese Oberland
Grindelwald is located on the foot of the notorious Eiger North Face. The last alpine challenge is feared and admired for centuries. Right next to it rise the snowy peaks of the Mönch and Jungfrau.
Rafting (optional): The mighty Lütschine offers some of the best whitewater rafting in the Swiss Alps. Straight from the start below the Eiger north face, continuous class III-IV rapids surge down from the mountains and out into the Interlaken valley and the Lake of Brienz. It is an exhilarating rush from start to finish.
+CHF 140 per Person
Paragliding (optional): Experience the Jungfrau Region from an eagle's perspective during a tandem paragliding flight. Together with your tandem pilot, you walk a few steps down the slope and already you are floating in the air, enjoying the spectacular view of the Eiger North Face and the mountain world of the Jungfrau Region.
+ CHF 190 per Person
If you'd rather hike a little, I would recommend the Eiger Trail at the bottom of the Eiger Northface as well as a short walk on the Männlichen mountain.
Day 7: Bernese Oberland→ Lucerne
There is no better way to cross the blueish Lake Brienz than by boat. Go on a short walk to explore the beautiful Giessbach Falls.
Lucerne's Old Town is rated every year among the most beautiful towns in the world. Stroll around before you we will invite you on a boat cruise on Lake Lucerne. Those who are interested in the history of Switzerland might want to hop off and hike part of the Switzerland trail or visit the meadow where the legendary oath of Rüttli was taken and therefore a confederation of the first three cantons was formed.
As a final highlight, we will include the oldest cogwheel train of Switzerland up to the top of Mount Rigi, the queen of all mountains. Enjoy once more the scenery of the Alps and Lake Lucerne.
Day 8: Lucerne → Zurich Airport
The airport is very well connected from Lucerne which will allow you to maybe get some souvenirs or just enjoy a hot coffee on the shores of the Lake.
We are confident that this itinerary will provide some exclusive memories for you and your family until it is time to say: "Ade, Au revoir, ciao and hope to CYou again in Switzerland"
Price Quote & Inclusions:
Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich ****
Superior Double Room
Edelweiss Swiss Quality Hotel ****
Standard twin bedded room
Hotel Aristella swissflair ****
Panorama double room
Eiger Selfness Hotel ****
Lifestyle Comfort
Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern ****
Deluxe double room lakeview
* breakfast included
** all hotels upon availability
Boat Cruise Lake Walen, Lucerne and Brienz
Glacier Express
Cable Car Klein Matterhorn
Cable Car Männlichen
Optional:
Maison Cailler
Wine Tour Lavaux
Rental car - Premium all-around carefree protection
• Fully comprehensive insurance with refund of the excess.
• Refund in the event of damage to the glass, roof, tyres and underbody, including sump and clutch.
• Refund of towing costs.
• Refund of costs for loss of/damage to vehicle keys and documents.
• Vehicle theft protection with refund of the excess.
• Reimbursement of damage and theft of car radio and navigation system (mobile or built-in) in connection with burglary damage.
• Refund of accident processing charge.
• Customary liability coverage.
• Additional liability insurance in the amount of EUR 7.5 million.
• Accident Insurance (PAI) with a coverage of 20.000 EUR for each passenger of the rental car in case of invalidity only
• All local taxes.
• Airport fees.
Swiss Travel pass
- Unlimited travel by train, bus and boat
- Free admission to more than 500 museums
and more...
24h emergency number for last-minute requests or any problems arising
approx. CHF 2 490 per Person
for 7 nights
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