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Switzerland:
Zurich, Interlaken & Lucerne
 
Introduction

Enjoy a wonderful Swiss vacation in three of Switzerland’s most popular cities! Centrally-located hotels and the services of a Local Host are included in all three cities. Morning guided sightseeing is included in Zurich and Lucerne. Start in Zurich and enjoy a walk through the Old Town to see Fraumünster Church and the Opera. You have plenty of time to cruise the lake and visit the attractive shops on the Bahnhofstrasse before entering the Alps by train (first-class) to Interlaken, where two full days at leisure offer the opportunity to visit the Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station. Then travel by train (first-class) to picture-book Lucerne, where you see the famous Chapel Bridge and the Lion’s Monument. An unforgettable Swiss Alpine vacation!  

Itinerary (10 days/9 nights)

Day One: Departure
Board your overnight transatlantic flight.

Day Two: Zurich
Arrive in Zurich. Balance of the day is at leisure.

Day Three: Zurich
Morning guided sightseeing; walk through the Old Town; see the Fraumünster Church and the Opera House.

Day Four: Zurich
Full day at leisure.

Day Five: Zurich-Interlaken
Travel to Interlaken by train (first-class); transfers from/to hotels are included.

Days Six-Seven: Interlaken
Two full days at leisure.

Day Eight: Interlaken-Lucerne
Travel to Lucerne by train (first-class); transfers from/to hotels are included. Guided sightseeing features Thorwaldsen’s Lion Monument, a walk through the Old Town and across the Chapel Bridge to the Jesuit Church.

Day Nine: Lucerne
Full day at leisure.

Day Ten: Lucerne-Home
Departure from Lucerne.

Zurich

Premium Package: Crowne Plaza Zurich
Situated in the trendy west district, this comfortable hotel offers superior facilities and well-appointed guestrooms, which all feature air-conditioning, minibar, and safe. The hotel has both gourmet and informal dining options with the addition of a garden restaurant during the summer. There is also a lobby bar and a health and fitness center with an indoor heated pool, sauna, and gym.

Interlaken

Premium Package: Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage
This gracious 101-room hotel offers a picturesque setting on the River Aare surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery. An elegant restaurant serves regional and international specialities and light snacks, and drinks can be enjoyed on the outside terrace. Other amenities include a lounge bar, a wellness area with an indoor swimming pool, free bicycle hire, and complimentary afternoon tea facilities in the lobby.

Lucerne

Premium Package: Radisson SAS Lucerne
This modern hotel enjoys a superb location directly on the banks of Lake Lucerne and is a perfect base from which to explore this beautiful city and its surroundings. The hotel’s 189 rooms all offer maximum comfort with airconditioning, safe, minibar, tea/coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Leisure facilities include a health club, an all-day dining restaurant, a trendy wine bar, and a retro-style cocktail bar.
Package Includes:

• 3 nights hotel accommodation in Zurich
• Guided sightseeing tour of Zurich
• Transfers to/from train stations
• Train from Zurich to Interlaken
• 3 nights hotel accommodation in Interlaken
• Train from Interlaken to Lucerne
• 2 nights hotel accommodation in Lucerne
• Guided sightseeing tour of Lucerne
• Train from Lucerne to Zurich
• Daily breakfast
Can airfare be arranged?
Yes, we can arrange airfare from your home city to Zurich and from Zurich to your home city.

Do you offer travel assistance?
Yes, the package includes assistance by local hosts.
Dates
Weekly departures are available.

Land Only Prices

Premium Package:
August 28-September 25, 2009 $2,319.00 per person

NOTE: Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

Tour Map

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