Tauck The Alps of Austria, Italy and Switzerland

Switzerland travel adventures – from soaring panoramas of the Alps to the serene beauty of her lakes, all who journey there enjoy a transformational experience. Explore the best of Switzerland – picturesque mountains, chic alpine resorts, and four distinct cultures – plus a glimpse of northern Italy’s fashionable lake district. Travel into the Alps in a private domed observation car on the renowned Glacier Express and climb mighty mountains by cogwheel train to car-less Zermatt. Stay in world-famous resort towns such as St. Moritz, set amidst inspiring beauty. Cruise aboard a private boat to the Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore. Stunning scenery, centuries of rich history and warm, welcoming people await on a Tauck Switzerland travel journey.

2008 Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Welcome to the best in Switzerland travel
A drive through the vineyard country high above Lake Geneva, from Geneva to Montreux, is a wonderful introduction to Tauck's Switzerland travel adventure. Tour departs: 11:00 AM from Geneva International Airport. Meet your fellow alpine travelers at our welcome cocktail reception and dinner tonight at your hotel in Montreux on the shores of Lake Geneva.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Lodging: Hotel Royal Plaza Montreux, Switzerland

Day 2 – Meadows to Mountains, it's a Switzerland travel day
Lord Byron made Château de Chillon famous in his epic poem, The Prisoner of Chillon. Visit it today en route to Gruyères, known for its cheese. A cogwheel train takes you high into the mountains to the car-free resort town of Zermatt for a two-night stay at a five-star resort.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Mont Cervin Palace, Zermatt, Switzerland

Day 3 – High above the clouds in the Alps
Weather permitting, travel higher into the mountains by cogwheel train to Gornergrat (elevation is 10,225 ft.) for spectacular views of the Matterhorn. Coffee or an aperitif is sublime before returning to Zermatt. and your fabulous resort.
Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: Mont Cervin Palace, Zermatt, Switzerland

Day 4 – Lovely Lakes and la dolce vita
From Switzerland travel through majestic Simplon Pass en route to Italy’s Lake Maggiore. A private water taxi to Isola Bella, owned by the noble Borromeo family, provides the opportunity to visit their impressive palace and gardens. Back in Switzerland travel to Lake Lugano for a two-night stay.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Grand Hotel Eden, Lugano, Switzerland

Day 5 – A leisurely day in lakeside Lugano
Explore this gem of a lakeside resort town as you please today. There is much to see, do and savor here. Your Tauck Director will have many pleasurable activities to suggest.
Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: Grand Hotel Eden, Lugano, Switzerland

Day 6 – Switzerland, Italy, Switzerland
Journey through an ever-changing, wonderfully scenic landscape – from Switzerland travel to Italy where you'll relish the views of Lake Como before climbing into the mountains and crossing the Maloja Pass. A highlight of any Switzerland travel adventure is the scenic road to glamorous St. Moritz, with its lovely vistas of sparkling lakes and mighty mountains. It’s a picture-postcard, perfect day!
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains, St. Moritz, Switzerland

Day 7 – All aboard a magical train ride into the Alps
Ride Switzerland’s world-famous Glacier Express high into the Alps today and view majestic mountains from the comfort of a panoramic domed observation car. This excursion by train, surrounded by magnificent mountain scenery, is a highlight of any Switzerland journey. A two-night stay in the charming alpine village of Grindelwald awaits you.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: Grand Regina – Alpin Well & Fit Hotel, Grindelwald, Switzerland

Day 8 – Journey to the top of the world, the "jewel in the crown"
Switzerland travel adventures take on new meaning as you climb to Jungfraujoch by cogwheel train today. Visit its famous Ice Palace and take time to savor the astounding views of the lofty peaks of the Eiger, Jungfrau and Mönch – a most memorable Switzerland travel experience. Spend the remainder of the afternoon and evening in the Swiss ski resort town of Grindelwald.
Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: Grand Regina – Alpin Well & Fit Hotel, Grindelwald, Switzerland

Day 9 – Sophisticated cities and a World Heritage Site
Descend from the majestic Alps, bound for the cities of Berne and Lucerne. Berne, Switzerland’s capital, is noted for its charming architectural styles– the Old City of Berne is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A two-night stay in Lucerne provides time for in-depth exploration of this charming, cosmopolitan city set on the shores of lovely Lake Lucerne – your hotel is set in the heart of Old Town.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern, Lucerne, Switzerland

Day 10 – Exploring Lucerne, Switzerland travel icon
Although a thoroughly modern city, Lucerne retains much of its old-world charm and a strong sense of its history. Surrounded by an alpine panorama, stroll over its medieval covered wooden bridges and discover the many Renaissance and Baroque fountains that dot the city. Cruise across Lake Lucerne for our very special farewell dinner at a waterfront resort.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern, Lucerne, Switzerland

Day 11 – Journey home as Tauck's Switzerland travel concludes
We wish you a safe and pleasant trip home as you journey from Lucerne to the airport in Zurich (approximately 34 miles). Tour ends: 9:00 AM at Zurich Airport. Allow a minimum of 2 ½ hours for flight check-in. Those with flights at other times should make their own arrangements for transportation to the airport.
Meals: Breakfast

Switzerland travel experiences make memories to last a lifetime
when you travel with Tauck – book now!

Prices
11 Days from $4,890 plus airfare

	Double	Single	Triple
2008 Price per Person	$4890	$5473	$4714

21 meals included.

International Airfare is additional. Call Tauck for special rates on international air for travel originating in the U.S. (subject to availability).

Please ask at time of booking about additional hotel nights before your tour begins and about our comprehensive Guest Protection Plan.

Inclusive Prices

Tour prices are per person in U.S. dollars. All accommodations, entertainment, special dinners, motor coach, rail transportation, luggage handling, admissions, services of Tauck Directors, train crew and drivers are included.

Hotel Accommodations – Tauck’s price includes all hotel accommodations with private baths. The Tauck standard is to provide the best available hotels without sacrificing value. Although the quality of accommodations may differ from place to place, this standard remains uncompromised. Two-bedded rooms are reserved in most hotels. Triples are two-bedded rooms plus a rollaway cot and are not recommended for comfort.

Single Hotel Accommodations – Since hotel rates are per room, the tour price for rooms occupied by one person is higher than those where two or more persons share the cost of a room. In Europe, most single rooms are smaller than double rooms and have only one bed.

Meals – Meals are included as specified in the itinerary. Meal codes are: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner.

Tauck Director – Each tour is conducted by a Tauck Director who remains with the group throughout the duration. Your Tauck Director is a professional, fully trained employee of Tauck.

Gratuities for luggage handling, bellmen, doormen, dining room servers, housekeepers, local guides, ship and train crew are included.

No Options Sold – Tauck’s price includes special dinners, entertainment, sightseeing and most activities. Tauck Directors sometimes assist with information on free-time activities, based on honest opinion and guidance, but will not sell you anything. This means better value and a more relaxed, pleasant experience for you.

Not Included

Airfare to the tour departure point and from the tour ending point is not included.
Airfare may be purchased from Tauck for travel originating in the United States.

Hotel Rooms Before & After Tours – Due to time schedules and the possibility of flight delays, many guests prefer to make hotel arrangements for the night preceding their tour. As a service, Tauck will make reservations before or after your tour. Rooms are reserved on a space-available basis and must be booked through Tauck to qualify for Tauck’s special rates. Hotel room charges will be added to the tour cost. Note: In most cases, airport transfers are not included for these bookings. Being well rested when a journey begins adds immeasurably to the enjoyment of the trip. We recommend that you arrive in Zurich a day before your tour starts; we will be happy to make hotel reservations for you. At booking, ask about extending your vacation with a longer stay in Vienna.

Tauck Director and Driver Gratuities – The customary gratuity to the Tauck Director and driver is not included. Such gratuities should be extended on a voluntary, individual basis and not as a group.

Personal Expenses such as phone calls, room service, alcoholic and bar beverages, laundry, airline excess luggage charges, visa fees and other optional incidental extras are not included and may be significant.

Luggage Responsibility – Although every effort is made to handle guests’ luggage carefully, we cannot be responsible, assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft, or fair wear and tear through hotel, airline and group carrier handling. It is important that you have adequate insurance. Refer to Tauck’s “Guest Protection.”

Switzerland travel experiences make memories to last a lifetime when you travel with Tauck – book now!

Inclusive Prices

Not Included

Switzerland travel experiences make memories to last a lifetime
when you travel with Tauck – book now!