Swiss Cities
Quality not quantity
mostly off the beaten tourist paths
Self guided tour | 10 days, 9 nights, Hotels 4**** - inclusive B&B! |
We are happy to offer groups of 10 or more participants a reduced price. |
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Charming cities full of history, some even date
back to the ancient Roman
times. |
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1 pax/double | - | - | 2'520.00 | 2'520.00 | 2'520.00 | 2'520.00 | 2'520.00 | 2'520.00 | 2'520.00 | 2'520.00 | 2'520.00 | 2'520.00 | paid separately |
2 pax/double | - | - | 4'840.00 | 4'840.00 | 4'840.00 | 4'840.00 | 4'840.00 | 4'840.00 | 4'840.00 | 4'840.00 | 4'840.00 | 4'840.00 | paid together |
1 pax/single | - | - | 2'940.00 | 2'940.00 | 2'940.00 | 2'940.00 | 2'940.00 | 2'940.00 | 2'940.00 | 2'940.00 | 2'940.00 | 2'940.00 |
Extra nights for early arrival / late departure at the same hotel CHF 255.00 / B&B double room / double occupancy / all public transport in the area of Zürich and entry to most museums included!
If you have more than 9 participants in a group, please contact our head office. (For pricing)
All tours offered by the Switzerland Travel
Shop are conducted by Travelwell , our Destination Management Company
founded in 1974.
Zurich
Berne, Old Town (UNESCO World Culture Heritage)
Schaffhausen, Rhine Falls
Extra nights: For early arrival - before start of trip - you may book additional overnights at the same hotel - including public transport in the Zurich area - through Travelwell |
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1) Welcome in Switzerland | Overnight: Zurich (I) | incl.: B&B |
Arrival in Zurich | ||
2) Berne | Overnight: Zurich (I) | incl.: B&B |
Switzerland's capital city |
UNESCO World Culture Heritage: Berne old town | |
A walk through the old town of Berne - with stops at: - the Swiss Parliament - the "Zytgloggä" clock tower |
- Museum Paul Klee |
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3) Schaffhausen & St. Gall |
Overnight: Zurich (I) | incl.: B&B |
The eastern part of Switzerland |
UNESCO World Culture Heritage: St. Gall, Abbey Library | |
- Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall of Europe - Schaffhausen, the town with its facades, oriel windows and alleyways |
- St. Gall, with its picturesque old town and a rich historical heritage |
Lausanne
Ascona
Chur
4) Lac Lemon, Lausanne |
Overnight: Zurich (I) | incl.: B&B |
The city next to the vineyards of the Lavaux |
UNESCO World Culture Heritage: Vineyards of Lavaux |
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- A walk through the old town of Lausanne - The Olympic Museum presents the cornerstones of Olympic sports |
Lausanne Cathedral is the biggest in Switzerland. Built in the Gothic style, it has one of the finest stained-glass windows in Europe and the biggest organ in Switzerland It was constructed from 1'165 onwards, but not consecrated until 1'275 ac. |
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5) Locarno, Ascona |
Overnight: Zurich (I) | incl.: B&B |
By the old, very beautiful route, through the Gotthard summit tunnel, we take the "Treno Gottardo" to the south of Switzerland, the Italian-speaking part. Locarno / Ascona are the 2 towns we visit. There are 2 possibilities. You may spend part of the day in Locarno or you continue to Ascona and enjoy the southern atmosphere on the shores of Lake Maggiore. Back to the north, the "German-Switzerland", we take the train through the longest railroad tunnel in the world - 57 km / 35.5 miles long - the Gotthard Base Tunnel. | ||
6) Bergun & Chur |
Overnight: Zurich (I) | incl.: B&B |
The Albula Bernia Railway from Chur to Tirano (Italy) |
UNESCO World Culture Heritage |
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The Albula Railway Museum is located in Bergun and documents the UNESCO World Culture Heritage railway line.
The facts, the history, the construction, the economic and social changes that resulted from it. Showcased through original exhibits and multimedia rooms. The historic old town, mostly car-free, is well worth a visit. On the way back to Zurich, you may stop at Landquart and stroll through the Landquart Fashion Outlet. |
Basel, Town Hall
Ballenberg, Open Air Museum
Zurich, Rennweg
7) Basel | Overnight: Zurich (I) | incl.: B&B |
The town where the river Rhine leaves Switzerland. The special thing about, Basel you have to know is: This town has about 40 TOP museums. Here, you will find something really outstanding for every interest! For example: |
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- Beyeler Foundation - Art Museum - Tinguely Museum |
- Art Hall Basel - Museum of the cultures - The Toy World |
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8) Ballenberg & Interlaken |
Overnight: Zurich (I) | incl.: B&B |
After crossing the Brunigpass, the Openair Museum Ballenberg is the place to explore the different culture of Switzerland. A must! Continue your trip to Interlaken, where a unique Hands On Experience is awaiting you. Produce some Swiss Chocolate yourself.For dinner we suggest the Spycher in Interlaken, where you will enjoy a typical Swiss dinner and a very unique, entertaining Swiss folk show |
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9) Zurich | Overnight: Zurich (I) | incl.: B&B |
Your last day is the day to be spent in Zurich.
am: Guided City tour of Zurich 2 hrs. For your last evening, we suggest you to take the dinner cruise on the Lake of Zurich. The scenery and the lookouts towards the Alps are unforgettable. |
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10) Flight Home |
End of tour - travel onward or home |
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Departure from Zurich For late departures - in the morning guided City tour of Zurich 2 hrs. |
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Extra nights: For late departure - after end of trip - you may book additional overnights at the same hotel - including public transport in the Zurich area - through Travelwell |
Berne, House of Parliament
Lavaux, Wineyards (UNESCO World Culture Heritage)
St. Gall, Abbey Library (UNESCO World Culture Heritage)
One of a kind, exquisite and off the beaten paths!