3) EXOTIC SWITZERLAND 07 NIGHTS/ 08 DAYS Places Covered: Interlaken - Lucerne - Pilatus - Wilhelm Tell Express - Lugano – Zurich

Switzerland is located at the centre of Europe and is a country of great versatility: historic
towns, Mediterranean coastal landscapes, alpine mountain regions, business hubs and four
different languages.
The cities are best explored on foot – meandering through the old towns of Bern or Zurich is a
wonderful experience. Basel has an impressive art scene, Lucerne's Chapel Bridge
(Kapellbrücke) is just crying out to be crossed, and the Olympic city of Lausanne is great for
exploring at any time.


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 Switzerland is located at the centre of Europe and is a country of great versatility: historic

towns, Mediterranean coastal landscapes, alpine mountain regions, business hubs and four
different languages.
The cities are best explored on foot – meandering through the old towns of Bern or Zurich is a
wonderful experience. Basel has an impressive art scene, Lucerne's Chapel Bridge
(Kapellbrücke) is just crying out to be crossed, and the Olympic city of Lausanne is great for
exploring at any time.
The Swiss mountains are simply breath-taking. There are few other places with such accessible
mountains that can also be admired from a distance. All of the Swiss mountains are wonders to
explore – the Piz Beverin in the canton of Graubünden, the Matterhorn – Switzerland's
landmark – in sun-blessed Valais, the Rigi in central Switzerland or the unique trio comprising
the Eiger, the Mönch and the Jungfrau in the Bernese Alps, to name but a few.
Although Switzerland is landlocked, this is soon forgotten due to all the magnificent lakes
Another advantage of Switzerland is that it can be easily explored using public transport. As you
travel by bus or train through towns, fields and forests, the beautiful scenery is definitely
something to be enjoyed – superb and unique!
There really is much more to Switzerland than just chocolate, clocks, cheese and pocket knives.
It is an absolute haven for travellers!
Facts & Figures:
Location: Land-locked country in Europe
Population: 8.039 million
Size: 41,285 km²
Public transport: Switzerland has an excellent train and bus network. Some cities also have
trams.
Climate: Mild climate with moderate hot spells, cold spells and humidity.
Best time to visit: Any time of year. Many tourists visit between May and September. However,
Switzerland is also great for a winter break in the snow.
Good to know: The currency here is the Swiss franc, as opposed to the euro of other European
countries.
Nice to know: Four languages are spoken in Switzerland: German, French, Italian and Romansh
are the national languages, alongside a multitude of different dialects.
Airport: Airports in Zurich, Geneva, Basel and Lugano. The largest airport is in Zurich.
Bus: Bus connections get you everywhere.
Railway: The Swiss railway, covers the whole country with first-class services to get you from A
to B.
Taxi: There is no shortage of taxi stands. However, travelling by taxi is expensive in Switzerland.

 DAY 01: ARRIVAL - INTERLAKEN

Arrival in Interlaken by train 1st class from the Swiss border or any Swiss airport.
Overnight in Interlaken.
DAY 02: INTERLAKEN
Day at leisure. Take the opportunity and book an optional excursion to the Jungfraujoch - Top
of Europe. The Jungfraujoch Railway will transport You up to the Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe -
at 3454 m/11'333 ft the highest railway in Europe. We can recommend another breath-taking
excursion to Schilthom / Piz Gloria (3000m/10'000 ft) with its unique revolving panorama
restaurant and its thrilling James Bond 007 history.
Overnight in Interlaken.
DAY 03: INTERLAKEN - LUCERNE
Rail trip by Brunig Express from Interlaken to Lucerne. Overnight in Luceme. Optional
overnight on Top of Mt. Pilatus on request.
 
DAY 04: LUCERNE
Today you take a lake Lucerne cruise from Lucerne to Alpnachstad, then up to the Pilatus Kulm
2132/7000ft by the steepest cogwheel railwayin the world (from May to November , during
winter you take the bus from Lucerne to Kriens and further with a panoramic gondola from
kreins Pilatus). Time at leisure. Overnight in Lucerne.
Optional overnight on Top of Mt.Pilatus on request.
DAY 05: LUCERNE - LUGANO
Board the historic Wilhelm Tell paddle steamer for the cruise to Fluelen (usually operated by
paddle steamer, sometimes by motor boat). Multilingual commentary on board the boat and
you receive a meal voucher worth CHF 19 redeemable on board the boat. From Flerelen you
continue your journey through the famous Gotthard tunnel to Bellinzona in panorama coach or
1st class couch. Change train and continue your journey to Lugano.
Overnight in Lugano.
DAY 06: LUGANO
Day at leisure. A big variety of attractive excursion opportunities are waiting for you such as e.g.
Swissminiatur in Melide.
 
Overnight in Lugano.
DAY 07: LUGANO - ZURICH
Take the train to Zurich. Day at leisure. Downtown Switzerland offers a range of things to do i.e.
excellent shopping or just relax at the beautiful lakeside.
Overnight in Zurich.
DAY 08: ZURICH - DEPARTURE
Return to Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland at your own request.

 Inclusions:

 Swiss pass 1 st class
 Excursion Pilatus
 Seat reservation for Wilhelm Tell Express including meal voucher on board the boat and a
souvenir.
 2 nights each in Interlaken, Lucerne + Lugano, room, bath or shower/WC, breakfast.
 1 night in Zurich, room, bath or shower/ WC, breakfast.
 Any additional tickets for optional excursions to travel by rail, boat, postal-coaches and cable
cars can be pur-chased at 25-50% of the regular fares.
Exclusions:
 International air fare
 Airport taxes
 Visa fees
 Government service tax
 Meals at hotels except those listed in above inclusions
 Travel insurance
 Expenses of personal nature such as tipping, porters, laundry etc
 Any other services not mentioned above