Splendid Swiss (Flights Not Included) Package Starts From* 115,522

Splendid Swiss (Flights not Included) Package starts from* 115,522

8 Nights / 9 Days - Summer Dear customer,

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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. There's also fun at the playground for children.

www.thomascook.in Breakfast in the hotel. Later you can make your way to Zermatt with the Swiss Pass. Welcome to Zermatt! Zermatt lies at the foot of the Matterhorn. The town's touristic development is closely linked to what is most probably the world's most famous mountain. The vacation destination is a car-free zone, has preserved its original character and offers nearly Day 5 unlimited possibilities as far as excursions are concerned. Check in at the hotel and rest of the day free. Do enjoy the town of Zermatt - The town, at an elevation of around 1,600m, lies below the iconic, pyramid-shaped Matterhorn peak. Its main street, Bahnhofstrasse is lined with boutique shops, hotels and restaurants, and also has a lively après-ski scene. There are public outdoor rinks for ice-skating and curling.

Post breakfast experience something truly magical. The Matterhorn - mystical, majestic, the mountain of mountains. No one can escape its fascination. Neither locals nor guests. Triangular. A cragged rock "tooth" ranging into the heavens. Standing alone on the horizon. A magnet for alpinists, aesthetic emblem, mountain with ideal proportions. Rugged rock with magical light. Day 6 At 4,478 metres, the majestic Matterhorn - certainly the most famous mountain in Europe - looms over the breathtaking Alpine panorama. This Switzerland landmark is at the border of the western Swiss canton of Valais between Zermatt and the Italian resort of Breuil-Cervinia, and offers a paradise for all nature-lovers looking for peace and quiet. Its symmetric pyramid shape, the rocky tooth reaching the sky and the light reflections of the nearby Stellisee make the Matterhorn's landscape a unique natural spectacle in Zermatt.

www.thomascook.in Breakfast at the hotel and then you will make your way to another beautiful Swiss Region - Montreux. Check in at the hotel and later witness one of the Circular restroom window with the most beautiful view. Visit to Glacier 3000 Day 7 Breakfast at the hotel and then make your way to Gstaad or Les Diablerets with the Swiss pass. PostBus from Gstaad or Les Diablerets to Col du Pillon, then aerial cableway to the summit station Glacier 3000 Cableway, architecture, adventure and Alpine mountain scenery - visitors experience all of it and then some on this journey to a unique glacier world. Already the first glimpse of the summit station designed by architect Mario Botta is spectacular. Immediately, a stunning panorama of no fewer than 24 snow-capped 4000-metre giants reveals itself: Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau, Matterhorn, Grand Combin and even Mont Blanc in the distance. Peak Walk by Tissot - the world's first suspension footbridge spanning two summits, sledge dogs, snow bus, hiking on the glacier plateau, Alpine Coaster (highest toboggan run) climbing park Gemskopf, summer loipe (cross-country ski track) and helicopter glacier flight are the many activities the Glacier has to offer.

Post breakfast, you will travel to the last final destination in Swiss: Geneva! Welcome to Geneva! Like the swans that frolic on its eponymous Alpine lake (Europe's largest), Geneva (Genève) is a rare place. Slick, cosmopolitan and constantly perceived as the Swiss capital (it isn't), the people of Switzerland's second-largest city chatter in almost every language among streets paved by gold Day 8 Check in at the hotel and rest of the day free for shopping or relaxing activities. Despite its small size, Geneva rivals London and Paris as a major shopping destination in Europe. Geneva specializes in the finer things in life and, though they are not cheap, the selection is staggering and makes for world class window shopping - practically a national sport in Switzerland. Geneva's watch industry dates back to mid 1600's and Geneva remains a world leader with many top brand watchmakers located right in the city, including Patek Phillipe, Frank Muller, Swatch, Omega and Piaget, just to name a few. Don't expect a discount, but the quality is immaculate and the designs second to none. Geneva is a chocolate lover's paradise. You need only skip off to the local grocery store to find a delectable assortment of Swiss morsels. For the ultimate experience check out one of the many decorative specialty shops featuring everything from truffles to chocolate stuffed pastries and fruits. OR

Discover the International Geneva through the world's peacemaking organizations. Hear all about the peaceful site and diplomatic places such as Red Cross, UN, Unicef, WTO. Let yourself enjoy the beautiful shores of Lake Geneva, its attraction as the famous fountain Jet d'eau and the flower clock. Explore Geneva old town on our mini-train, you will be taking a step back in time with Saint Peter's cathedral: known as the church where John Calvin gave his inspiring sermons during the mid-16th century. The imposing Romanesque-Gothic church with a neoclassical facade still dominates the center of the international Swiss town. On this stroll, you will also explore Place Bourg-de-four, original market place, the arsenal and the town hall; lose yourself in the grandeur and beauty of this culturally influential town. (Supplement cost to join the tour would be approx EUR 44 Per adult and EUR 22 Per child - duration of the tour would be 2 hours)

www.thomascook.in Breakfast at the hotel and rest of the day at leisure till your onward flight to the next destination. Please note today you will have to make your own way to the airport. (Incase you require a private transfer the supplement cost will be EUR 125 /- Per vehicle per way)

Day 9

www.thomascook.in Accomodation

Hotel Ibis Styles Or Similar (Standard) Destination : Lucerne | 2 Nights

Hotel Weisses Kreuz Or Similar (Standard) Destination : Interlaken | 2 Nights

www.thomascook.in Hotel Testa Grigia Zermatt Or Similar (Standard) Destination : Zermatt | 2 Nights

Hotel Helvetie Or Similar (Standard) Destination : Montreux | 1 Night

www.thomascook.in Hotel Astoria Or Similar (Standard) Destination : Geneva | 1 Night

Hotel Ameron Flora Or Similar (Deluxe) Destination : Lucerne | 2 Nights

www.thomascook.in Krebs Interlaken Or Similar (Deluxe) Destination : Interlaken | 2 Nights

Hotel Allalin Zermatt Or Similar (Deluxe) Destination : Zermatt | 2 Nights

www.thomascook.in Hotel Eden Palace au Lac Or Similar (Deluxe) Destination : Montreux | 1 Night

Hotel Diplomate Or Similar (Deluxe) Destination : Geneva | 1 Night

www.thomascook.in Inclusion

Sightseeing and Attraction:

Lake Lucerne Cruise (Ticket only)

Value Add on's with Swiss Pass:

Excursion to Schiltron Piz Gloria Open Cable Car Stanserhorn (Ticket - CabriO)

Rail Europe:

8 Days Consecutive Swiss Pass 2nd Class (Adult Saver) Excursion to Mt. Titlis + Lake Brunni Excursion to Matterhorn Glacier 3000 (Entrance Ticket)

Exclusion

Visa Fees and Travel Insurance City Tax/Tourist Tax (this is to be paid directly at the hotel in EUR) Tips and porterage Any services not mentioned in the inclusions list

www.thomascook.in Meal

Daily Breakfast except on Day 01

One Beverage Voucher at the Show Cheese Factory in the Engelberg Monastery

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