Day 1 : ZURICH
Welcome to Europe. Upon arriving at the airport, we will be waiting
to transfer you to your hotel. Check the information boards in the hotel
reception area for details of the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow
travelers.
Day 2 : ZURICH - RAPPERSWILL - ZURICH
TODAY’S HIGHTLIGHT: Zurich. Cruise on the Lake Zurich. Train.
With our guide, we will have a tour of ZURICH, the most populated city
of Switzerland, and the country’s financial and cultural capital. The city of
the banks has twice been declared the city with the best quality of life in the
world. Afterwards, we will include a cruise of almost two hours on Lake
Zürich. The boat makes brief stops to allow us to see the villages on the
way. We get off in RAPPERSWILL, a picturesque little village overlooked
by its mediaeval castle. We go back to Zurich by train and appreciate
the efficiency and punctuality of the Swiss railways.
Note: Depending on the number of travelers, the transfers to the center
and from the station may be made on public transport.
Day 3 : ZURICH - GRINDERWALS - ZURICH
TODAY´S HIGHLIGHTS: Admire the fantastic landscapes. Cable car included
to Grindelwald. Lunch included.
Today´s journey has beautiful landscapes with high mountains and lakes.
Breathtaking scenery in the region of Interlaken. We will stop in GRINDELWALD
where we will have time for a coffee before taking the cable car up to
mountain. We will walk along the winding path which will lead us to the
suspended bridge. Dare to walk across the bridge amongst the fantastic scenery
enjoying glaciers all around us. We will have lunch up in the mountain
(included) before heading back down. We continue to LUCERNE, one of
the most beautiful cities in Switzerland. In the evening we have time to stroll
around enjoying the city. Return to ZURICH and free time in the city before
going to the hotel.
Note: The guide will offer you the possibility of a full day optional
visit, leaving in the morning and, after some free time to discover Lucerne, we
take a rotating cable car to reach the top of Mount Titlis. At the alpine
summit, at over 3000m above sea level, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the
glacier and the Alps.
Day 4 : ZURICH - BERNE - PARIS
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Explore Bern, the capital city of Switzerland.
We will embark on a scenic journey to BERN, capital city of the
confederation built around a bend in the Aare River, with its medieval
architecture well preserved in the Old Town. Time to take a stroll. Next, we
journey back to France. Enjoy beautiful lake views on our trip to PARIS.
We will arrive in the evening.
Day 5 : PARIS
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Transfer to Versailles Palace. Funicular ride
included to Montmartre district. City tour in Paris.
Early in the morning, we will leave for Versailles, the immense palace
of the kings of France. After that, we will return to Paris at lunch time where
we provide a transfer to the Montmartre district. We will ascend by
funicular to the hill and admire the spectacular view of Paris from the
top. This
neighborhood is known for its painters, artists, and its cabarets… Sit down
for lunch and enjoy a magical atmosphere. Then, a scenic guided tour to
discover the history, main boulevards and the
breathtaking monuments of Paris will take place. Return to hotel. Optionally
you can attend a variety show
Day 6 : PARIS
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Eiffel Tower and boat cruise in the City of
Lights.
We go to the center of Paris, starting by the Eiffel Tower area. You
will have the opportunity to go up to the second floor of this remarkable metal
monument (ticket included). Then, we enjoy a boat cruise along the
River Seine, which divides the north of Paris from the south. Enjoy a free
afternoon to explore as you choose.
Day 7 : PARIS
After breakfast, end of our services.