Switzerland Tours

Duration: 7 Nights/ 8 Days
Destinations Covered: Zurich - Bern - Geneva - Montreaux-Vevey - Jungfraujoch - Dubai
Tour Id: HV-028

Day 01 :
Arrive into Zurich - the City of Bridges
Visit the Rhine Falls
City tour of Zurich
Welcome to Switzerland - a country known for its spectacular mountain scenery, sparkling lakes and folklore traditions. Upon arrival you will be met by the Tour Manager outside the customs area. Our Scenic Switzerland Tour begins as we drive to Schaffhausen to visit the Rhine Falls, Europe's most powerful waterfalls. We then proceed to Zurich, Switzerland's largest city and financial centre, located on the wooded slopes of mountain ranges, at the confluence of two rivers. On your city tour of Zurich, see the elegant Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich's busiest street, lined with Banks, shopping arcades and exclusive boutiques. Also see the Swiss National Museum, St Peter's Church with the largest clock face in Europe and the famous churches of Fraumunster, known for its beautiful stained glass windows & Grossmunster with it's twin Romanesque towers. Later we drive to Lucerne. The evening is free to relax. Enjoy an Indian veg / non-veg dinner. Overnight at a luxury hotel in Lucerne.

Day 02 :
Day free
An option to visit Mt. Titlis,
Lucerne Hiflyer ride and a Lake Cruise
After a continental breakfast, the day is free. Or take this opportunity to visit Mt. Titlis, Lucerne, Hiflyer and a Lake cruise. We begin with an excursion to Mt. Titlis. Mt.Titlis at 10,000 ft is the highest peak in central Switzerland. As you journey to Mt. Titlis through a series of three different cable car rides, you will be amazed as the scenery changes from green meadows, scenic lakes to snow clad mountains. See over 200 cable cars with different flags of various nations. Lookout for cable car number 73 that carries the Indian flag! The last leg of the ascent will be in the world's first rotating cable car called the "Titlis Rotair". You have free time to play in the snow, visit the Ice Cave or just enjoy yourself. At the Terrace on top of the Mt. Titlis summit station, weather permitting, you could take an unforgettable ride on the "Ice Flyer" over the Titlis Glacier. You have an opportunity to get a picture at the Nostalgie Photo studio. Enjoy an Indian vegetarian lunch. We then proceed to Lucerne, one of the six most frequently visited cities in the world. Here we see the Lion Monument, 'Lowendenkmal', hewn from a limestone cliff to commemorate the bravery and loyalty of the Swiss Guards. We take you for a cruise on Lake Lucerne. Marvel at the city's attractive backdrop of snow-clad Central Alps. Then, (weather permitting) take an exhilarating ride on the Hiflyer, a hot air balloon that takes you 140 metres high for a breathtaking view of the Alps. You have free time at Schwanenplatz to shop for Swiss army knives, chocolates, watches, souvenirs, etc. You could take a stroll across the Kappelbrucke, the world's oldest covered wooden bridge, which leads you to the beautiful 17th century Jesuit Church. Enjoy an Indian veg / non-veg dinner. Overnight at a luxury hotel in Lucerne.

Day 03 :
City tour of Bern
Orientation tour of Geneva
After a continental breakfast, we depart on our journey to the town of Bern, the capital of Switzerland and the only Swiss city with a World Heritage status. We proceed for a city tour of Bern, with its picturesque fountains. See the famous bears of Bern at the Bear Pits, the Clock Tower, the Parliament Buildings, the Art Museum, Cathedral and Gothic Fountains. You have free time to stroll along the shopping arcades on one of Europe's longest shopping promenades. We then continue our drive to Geneva, an elegant city situated by the shores of Lake Geneva and backed by the Alps. On arrival, we take you on an orientation of Geneva. We drive through the Ariana Park area, past the Palais des Nations, the European arm of the UNO and the International Red Cross. See the famous Broken Chair and the Brunswick Monument. Drive over the famous Mont Blanc Bridge over the River Rhone and Lake Geneva. Stroll through the exquisite English Gardens. Remember to take pictures of your family at the Floral Clock, the symbol of Geneva and the Jet d'Eau, the World's tallest fountain shooting upto 145 meters. The evening is free to explore this exciting city on your own. Enjoy an Indian veg /non-veg dinner. Overnight at a luxury hotel in Geneva.

Day 04 :
Onto Villars
Day free
An option to visit Glacier 3000
Montreaux-Vevey & Chillon Castle
After a continental breakfast we begin our scenic drive to Villars, a neat, unpretentious little resort town that attracts tourists the world over. At an elevation of 1300m on a natural balcony, Villars is known for its unspoiled natural beauty and enjoys maximum hours of sunshine and unrestricted views of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc. Beautiful mountain lakes and nature trails make Villars ideal for holidaymakers. On arrival, we check into our hotel. The day is free to explore the resort on your own. Or take an optional trip to Glacier 3000, Montreaux-Vevey & Chillon Castle. Have the most exciting experience of your life, especially if you love skiing. We travel to Les Diablerets, located at the foot of a majestic mountain range and renowned for its impressive ice-stream - one of the most beautiful glaciers in Switzerland. Proceed by train to Col De Pillon from where you can experience thrilling cable car rides to the top of the glacier. Today enjoy an Indian vegetarian lunch. We then visit the enchanting town of Montreux-Vevey, also known as the Pearl because of its sunny location on the shores of Lake Geneva. See the famous statue of Charlie Chaplin in Vevey. We then proceed to Chateau de Chillon, one of Switzerland's most beautiful sites, perched on a rock jutting out into Lake Geneva. This 13th century castle was made famous by Lord Byron in his poem "The Prisoner Of Chillon". We then return to our hotel. Tonight, enjoy an Indian veg / non-veg dinner. Overnight at a luxury hotel in Villars.

Day 05 :
Day Free
An option to visit Jungfraujoch
And Interlaken
After a continental breakfast, the day is free for you to relax and explore this quaint town on your own. Or take this opportunity to visit Jungfraujoch and picturesque Interlaken. Our scenic drive to Jungfraujoch, the highest altitude railway station in Europe at 11,133 ft. takes us along lovely lakes and mountain passes. Marvel at the changes in alpine scenery as your charming cog-wheel train takes you on a unique journey to Jungfrau, the very Top of Europe. At the Sphinx Terrace, you can view the Jungfrau Peak and the awesome Aletsch Glacier. Also visit the Ice Palace and see a beautiful display of sculptures. Enjoy an Indian vegetarian lunch. We then proceed to Interlaken, one of Switzerland's best-known health and pleasure resorts, nestled between lakes and splendid mountains. Here, you have free time to relax at the numerous cafes or shop for souvenirs, Swiss watches etc. Tonight, enjoy an Indian veg / non-veg dinner. Overnight a luxury hotel in Villars.

Day 06 :
Onto Zurich
After a continental breakfast, we proceed to Zurich. Experience Swiss scenery in all its breath-taking magnificence from the comfort of your seat. Enjoy the scenic beauty of unspoiled natural forests, lush pastures, mountain streams and beautiful valleys. On arrival, we check into our hotel. Enjoy an Indian veg / non-veg dinner. Overnight at a luxury hotel in Zurich.

Day 07 :
Onto Dubai - City of Gold
After a continental breakfast, the morning is free. Later, we check out of the hotel and proceed to the airport for our flight to Dubai. Arrive into Dubai late at night. Our local representative will be waiting outside the customs area to welcome you and take you to your hotel. Overnight at a luxury hotel Dubai.

Day 08 :
Enjoy duty-free shopping
Return home with wonderful memories
After a continental breakfast, the morning is free. Explore Dubai for some of the most exciting shopping in the world. We check out of the hotel at 1800 hours and drive to Dubai airport where your tour ends. Its time to say goodbye to all the new friends you have made. We hope you take back happy memories of your tour.