Splendid Swiss (Flights Not Included) Package Starts From* 115,522
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Splendid Swiss (Flights not Included) Package starts from* 115,522 8 Nights / 9 Days - Summer Dear customer, Greetings from ThomasCook.in!! Thank you for giving us the opportunity to let us plan and arrange your forthcoming holiday. Since more than 120 years, it has been our constant endeavour to delight our clients with the packages which are designed to best suit their needs. We, at Thomascook, are constantly striving to serve the best experience from all around the world. It’s our vision to not just serve you a holiday but serve you an experience of lifetime. We hope you enjoy this holiday specially crafted for your vacation. Tour Inclusions Meals included as per itinerary Sightseeing and Transfers as per itinerary Places Covered 2 Nights 2 Nights 2 Nights 1 Night 1 Night Lucerne Interlaken Zermatt Montreux Geneva www.thomascook.in Daywise Itinerary Upon arrival at Zurich Airport proceed to Zurich Flughafen (Airport) train station which is beneath the airport centre and validate your Swiss pass at the SBB travel centre in the Check-in 3 area. Zurich airport also boast of Observation Decks B and E which are brilliant destinations for family excursions in Switzerland, providing excitement and fascination for both young and old visitors to Zurich Airport alike. It offers an array of world firsts, providing exciting insights into the complex connections at Zurich Airport. The observation walkway - allows visitors to Day 1 watch the pilots in the cockpit. Multimedia binoculars - called Airportscopes - have been developed specially for observation deck B. They provide background information on fixed and mobile points of interest at Zurich Airport. The flight information pillars display interesting facts about the aircraft at the stands around Dock B. Make your way to Lucerne via the Swiss Pass. The ticket counters are open from 06:15 hrs to 22:00 hrs. Next proceed to take the train to Lucerne. Check into the hotel. Free to recoup after a long flight. Depending on the arrival flight timing, if time permits do visit "Stanserhorn" Today we recommend to in the wind in your hair with the world's first cable car which has a roofless upper deck - CabriO. Enjoy the headwind and the view as you begin your ascent in the open funicular railway that rumbles just as it did 120 years ago - then change at the Kälti middle station and ride up to the Stanserhorn on the top deck of the futuristic CabriO cable car. (Stanserhorn is another activity which is free with Swiss Pass for the promotional year of 2018) Did you know: Switzerland was the origin of instant coffee-nescafe was created by nestle in 1938. The nestle company, started by Swiss Businessman Henri nestle in 1867. Recommendation: In the evening explore the spectacular sights and cultural delights of Lucerne on your own. Stroll the intimate tangle of alleyways in search of impressive monuments like Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke) and the ancient Jesuit Church. Gaze at the metropolitan Culture and Congress Center and delve into the rich historical heritage of the city. Don't forget the Lion Monument! Breakfast at the hotel. Today explore one of the famous Swiss Peaks. The Titlis is a mountain in Central Switzerland, to be reached by a revolving cable car. At 3032 m, you can enjoy the eternal snow and the beautiful views. This is an ideal trip if you have kids who want to play in the snow. The Titlis is a high alpine attraction and viewing point. The cable car to the Titlis departs from the town of Engelberg, about 45 minutes from Lucerne. The last section of the cable car features a Day 2 revolving cable car, allowing you to enjoy the views all around. Later you proceed to the Sunny Side of Engelberg, Switzerland! Brunni is Flawless; gorgeous; angelic; breathtaking; seamless…….and serene! "A short walk or an even shorter "Free" bus ride, from the Engelberg Train Station takes you to the BRUNNI valley-station. A five Minute cable-car ride from the BRUNNI valley-station to RISTIS, unfolds a carpet of lush greenery, an informal restaurant, with indoor and outdoor seating, serving delicious sumptuous fare. Intelligently created interesting, play areas for adults and children. Toboggan rides that re-live the "Alice in Wonderland" moments and open pathways, that promise absolute tranquility. The journey doesn't end here - a short "open chair-lift" ride, (8-10 minutes) from RISTIS - BRUNNI transports you to the top where you will find a wonderful water-body, an exquisite Lake, akin to an infinity pool. You could actually swim in this Lake if you wish to! Walk around the lake on the ticklish path, where one can walk barefoot while taking in the incredible surrounding scenery! BRUNNI, it's perfect for everyone! The more adventurous could embark on a "mountain via-ferrata" or fly off on tandem para-gliding flights! In the evening, sail on the ever refreshing Lake Lucerne Cruise. Whether you're short on time or simply wish to view the snowy Swiss Alps from the water, this 60-minute cruise on Lake Lucerne is your ticket. Relax on the main or upper deck of the spacious 161-foot (49-meter) vessel while you listen to commentary about the majestic sights via your audio headset. With an expert captain at the helm, you'll motor past forested hillsides and verdant meadows nestled against looming mountain peaks. www.thomascook.in Post breakfast, kindly check out and proceed for your onward destination to Interlaken. Check into the hotel. Depending on the arrival timing, if time permits do visit "Outdoor Interlaken Base" Try Monster Scooter Ride: Monster Scooters are very easy and stable, suitable for anyone. You don't need to have bike skills to participate Day 3 in this great activity, exploring the Swiss Mountains. Monster Scooters are a fun way to explore the Swiss mountain scenery with the whole family. With wide tyres and handlebar brakes, these scooters are extremely stable and easy to use and don't require any biking experience. This guided evening tour begins in the small mountain village of Isenflu where we take a mountain cable car high into the alpine meadows before descending through the forest on the 45 minute scooter ride. The soft evening light brings new dimensions to the perfect views of the Jungfrau panorama. (Tour Operates daily: upto 30th Sep at 16:30 hrs (supplement cost is EUR 82 /- Per adults and EUR 55 /- Per child) Breakfast at the hotel. Day is free for exploring Interlaken on your own with your Swiss Pass. Today you can opt to enjoy any of the 3 activities. Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe Day 4 {Optional Cost is CHF 125 Per Person with Swiss Pass} At almost 3500 metres above sea level, the Jungfraujoch offers many unforgettable photo opportunities. The expanse of the Bernese Alps, the glistening blue world of eternal ice and the mystical wafting mists of the warm Fön wind. Pay us a visit and gather your own impressions from the roof of the Bernese Oberland. Jungfrau is a great snowy mountain, a center for tourism in the Bernese Oberland. Its spectacular North Face towers nearly 10,000 feet from the valley below. Jungfrau and its neighboring peak Monch (4099m) are separated by a col that holds an observatory and the railway station. At 3478 meters (11,412 feet), this is the highest point in Europe that is reachable by railway, from which Jungfrau's summit is a short, icy climb up the northeast ridge. By train from Interlaken via Lauterbrunnen and Kleine Scheidegg (change of trains at both the station). Round trip fare from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch (included with your peaks ticket). OR If your travel is between 1st May - 30th Aug 2018, go Rafting on River Simme River Rafting on the Simme is perfect for everyone who wants to get an introduction into this exciting adventure sport. There could not be a better place for this, then the amazing environment of the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland. (Duration of the tour is 5 hours - operates daily at 15:00 hrs from Outdoor Interlaken Base ( Supplement cost is approx EUR 119 per adult and EUR 119 per child) This Rafting Tour Involves small to mid size rapids class II-III which are very good as an introduction into this water sport. Swimming ability is recommended but not essential. The Tour is Great groups and families of all ages. Customers will need to paddle in some sections. The Transport from Interlaken takes approx. 30 min each way. There are a maximum of 8 clients in each boat and 1 guide. OR Did you know that Schilthorn Piz Gloria is free with Swiss pass for the year 2018 ! Avail of this splendid offer and enjoy the views from the top. At 2970 metres, the Schilthorn attracts visitors with a magnificent 360-degree panoramic view of the "Swiss skyline" including Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau and a delicious meal in the revolving restaurant Piz Gloria. Visitors can follow in James Bond's footsteps by visiting the interactive adventure exhibition "Bond World 007" or on the new "007 Walk of Fame". Unusual and truly bottomless perspectives open up on the "Skyline Walk" and the "Thrill Walk" at the intermediate stop Birg. Recommendation: We suggest you to end your evening with dinner at Harder Kulm. The journey takes ten minutes by cable car. The Harder Kulm offers a beautiful view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains as well as Lake Thun and Lake Brienz with folklore evenings are held regularly.