Day 1
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Arrival in Zurich - Transfer to Lucerne - Lake Lucerne Cruise
Arrival at Zurich Airport. Take Train to Lucerne (using your swiss pass). Upon arrival make your way to the hotel and check in. Relax and later in the afternoon you could either walk around the city or opt for the 40 min train ride covering the Chapel Bridge, the town square, the Lion Monument and much more, or visit the Swiss Museum of Transport which has been voted the most popular museum and theme park for the whole family in any weather. In the evening you can go for a cruise on Lake Lucerne (included in Swiss Pass). Relax on a round trip on the lake and enjoy the spectacular scenery of Central Switzerland. See the historic sites along the bay of Lucerne or sail all the way to Flüelen and experience some of the most breath-taking panoramas anywhere in the Alps. Overnight in Lucerne. |
Day 2
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Full Day Tour of Mount Titlis
Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast and take an exciting morning tour of Mount Tiltis. Board your train and travel to Engelberg from where you will board a gondola that drives up to the Trubsee. Continue your journey to Mount Tiltis on Tiltis Rotair cable car, the world’s first revolving gondola. While in the cable car, admire the majestic glaciers of the Central Switzerland’s highest mountain. Also visit the glacier cave and enjoy a ride on the Ice Flyer Chairlift. The Ice Flyer chair lift sweeps you smoothly and safely over crisp, virgin snow fields and icy depths Immerse yourself in the sweet world of chocolate at the Chocolate Shop which is located on the 3rd floor of the Titlis mountain station. Enjoy a pizza at the highest Pizzeria in the world and much more. The ice flier is a big hit with the family with loads to do at the peak, more than half a day is a must. Return back to Lucerne later in the afternoon or early evening and spend the rest of the time at any of the restaurants dotting the city or just walking along the lake. Overnight in Lucerne. Excursion to Mt Titlis - Valid with Swiss Pass |
Day 3
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Full Day Excursion to Jungfraujoch
Enjoy a delightful breakfast and board the famous Jungfrau train and travel to Kliene Scheidegg via Lauerbrunnen. Reach the beautiful Swiss snow peaks Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe which is the highest station of Europe. Get panoramic views over the borders of Switzerland on the Sphinx vantage terrace? 3571 m. Tour on the history & construction of the Jungfrau Railway at the Alpine Sensation. See the impressive ice sculptures, 30 metres under the surface of glacier at the Ice Palace. Enjoy the fun Snow activities like the summer skiing & snowboarding, sledge & zip line & also have a unique shopping experience at Top of Europe. Dive into the fascinating world of chocolate. Visit the Lindt Swiss Chocolate Heaven at 3,454 metres above sea level offering selection of Lindt's finest chocolate. Enjoy a hot meal in one of the 5 restaurants there. You may also explore the range of international restaurants. Return back to Lucerne. Excursion to the Jungfraujoch - Valid with a Swiss Pass |
Day 4
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Lucerne - Zurich - Rhine Falls
Post breakfast check out and make your way to the station to take your train to Zurich. Upon arrival in Zurich check-in to hotel. Later board the train to Schaffhausen. Schaffhausen to the Rhine falls is around 15 mins by public transport which is free on your Swiss Pass. Europe’s biggest waterfall, the Rhine falls measure 75 feet (23 m) high and 490 feet (150 m) wide. A dramatic series of falls unlike those in the more mountainous areas, they are one of the most popular sights in all of Switzerland. It is best to see them in the early summer, when the falls are fed by the melting mountain snows. Return back to Zurich in the evening. We recommend you take a walk along the Lake, shop at the many malls and stores dotting the promenade or take a half day trip to the Alpamare water park that is open till late. |
Day 5
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Transfer from Zurich to Venice
Check-out from your hotel in the morning and reach the train station to take your high-speed train to Venice. Upon arrival at Venice, you can opt for a transfer or reach the hotel on your own and check-in. Relax for some time. Rest of the day is free for you to explore Venice on your own. One-way transfer from Airport to Hotel – Private One-way Transfer from Zurich to Venice by High-Speed Train One-way transfer from Venice Train Station to Hotel - On Your Own
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Day 6
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Walking Tour + Afternoon Gondola Ride
We proceed with a romantic and relaxing afternoon. Outdoors visit with the Tourist Guide of the area between Piazza San Marco and the Rialto Bridge, passing by some special places: Teatro la Fenice, Scala del Bovolo, Rialto Bridge. Later take a Gondola Ride, cruising through the Grand Canal, passing by some special places: Teatro la Fenice, Scala del Bovolo, Rialto Bridge. At the end embarking on a gondola (up to 6 people per gondola) for a fascinating 35 minutes ride on the Grand Canal (S. Maria della Salute area) and minor canals (Fenice area) - The tour ends with the landing at the station Bauer. Overnight stay at hotel. Afternoon in Venice - Gondola Ride (35 min) (Starts from Common Point)
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Day 7
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Venice to Florence + Afternoon Tour of Pisa
Today check-out from your hotel and walk to the nearby train station to take your train from Venice to Florence. Upon arrival at Florence, walk to your hotel and check-in. Later head out through the picturesque Tuscan countryside to the charming city of Pisa. Once we arrive in Pisa, your knowledgeable guide will lead you to the emblematic Piazza dei Miracoli where they will regale you with the wonders of the square. Your eyes will be drawn to the Leaning Tower that you can explore from the outside as well as the exterior of the Baptistery and other striking monuments before we make our way inside the Cathedral. Return back to your hotel by afternoon. Later this evening you are free to relax or explore Florence on your own. Overnight stay at hotel. One-way Train from Florence to Venice (2nd Class) One-way transfer from Venice Hotel to Train Station - On Your Own The Highlights of Pisa from Florence - Shared Transfers |
Day 8
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Florence to Rome - Rome by Night Tour
Today check-out from your hotel and make your way to the train station to take your train from Florence to Rome. Arrive at Rome and you will be transferred to your hotel. Check-in and relax for some time. Rome comes alive at night and you will not miss the opportunity to see its most beautiful monuments illuminated. In the evening you will be taken to enjoy this panoramic Rome Illuminations tour which starts at around 1900 hours. You’ll be taken past the magnificent world-famous Colosseum, the largest amphitheatre in the world and a true testament to the wonders of Roman engineering. This brilliant monument would have been home to many of the great gladiator battles of old, fought before the Caesars of their time. Marvel at the mighty Arc of Constantine, which still stands tall after nearly 2,000 years and takes pride of place between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill. Overnight stay at hotel. Rome by Night Tour - Seat in Coach (starts from Common Point) One-way High Speed Train Ticket from Rome to Florence One-way transfer from Rome Train Station to Hotel - On Your Own One-way transfer from hotel to Train Station - On Your Own |
Day 9
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Sistine Chapel and Vatican
Spend the afternoon being taken around the Vatican City, exploring the sites and artwork which this brilliant city has to offer! HIGHLIGHTS: * See inspiring artwork by world renowned artists * Enjoy a guided tour through the Sistine Chapel * Appreciate some of the most beautiful architecture in the world Take a trip to the Vatican Museums followed by the world-famous Sistine Chapel, where you’ll be able to see some of the world’s most renowned Renaissance art by some of history’s most well-known artists. The Vatican Museums attract millions of tourists every year and it’s clear to see why. Come and see for yourself, the beautiful artwork and artefacts which inhabit the museums from Vincent van Gogh’s Pietà, after Delacroix, which is housed in the Collection of Modern Religious Art, to the Augustus of Prima Porta in the Braccio Nuovo. Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel - Skip the Line Tickets Only |
Day 10
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Departure from Rome
Today check-out from your hotel. You will be transferred to the airport to catch your return flight back home. Your holiday ends with sweet memories. One-way transfer from City Center Hotel to Rome Airport (FCO) |