Lesser Explored Southern Swiss Pearls with Bernina Express

8 NIGHTS/ 9 DAYS

OVERVIEW


  • Geneva
  • Panoramic City Tour
  • United Nations
  • WTO
  • UNICEF
  • Shores of Lake Geneva
  • Mini Train Ride
  • Saint Peter’s Cathedral
  • Town Hall
  • Montreux*
  • Chateux de Chillon
  • Traditional Swiss Hot Chocolate
  • Zermatt*
  • Matterhorn Glacier
  • Gondola
  • Furi
  • Panoramic Views of Alps
  • Glacier Palace
  • Main Street- Bahnhofstrasse
  • Kierchplatz
  • Mountaineer’s Cemetery
  • Church Bridge
  • Chur*
  • Panoramic Bernina Express
  • Milan
  • Duomo de Milano
  • La Scala Theatre
  • Walking tour Central Milan
  • Fast-track Leonardo’s Last Supper
  • Church Santa Maria della Grazie
  • City of Romeo & Juliet- Verona

  • Any International Flights to/from as well as any domestic Flights within the country/countries of visit are not included in this package.
  • Whereever flights are required, our travel experts will assist you in finding, opting or booking the best connections to go well with your trip.
  • You may opt to book the flights yourself or have us book your flights for you.

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  • 2 to 3 Star Branded Reputed Hotel Chains or Locally Owned Hotels or Similar

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  • 3 Star Branded Reputed Hotel Chains or Similar

  • PREMIUM PLUS
  • 3 to 4 Star Branded Reputed Hotel Chains or Similar

  • LUXURY
  • 4 to 5 Star Branded Reputed Hotel Chains or Similar

  • EXOTIC
  • 5 to 7 Star Branded Reputed Hotel Chains or Similar

INCLUSIONS

  • European one way train tickets with confirmed seat reservations in 2nd class between Geneva, Montreux, Zermatt, & Chur and between Turano & Milan respectively as per itinerary.
  • A memorable day aboard the Bernina Express on the highest railway across the Alps and a picturesque journey of a lifetime.
  • Eight night premium accommodation in decent hotels with with two nights stay in Geneva, Zermatt, Milan and one night stay each in Montreux & Chur with closest possible walking access to facilities, certain places of interest and landmarks with choices of various hotels.
  • Buffet breakfast with selection of continental and American for 5 days as per hotel spread.
  • Private exclusive hotel, station and airport return transfers in both Geneva & Milan by exclusive vehicle with efficient luggage space with a representative carrying a placard and complete point to point transfers.
  • Skip the Line/Priority access to major areas of sightseeing during your itinerary as per outline inclusions with professional English speaking guide services.

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  • Premium Geneva City tour including a view of the United Nations buildings and International organizations, St. Peter’s Cathedral, lake Geneva, Old Geneva town, a panoramic drive and a ride on the mini-train.
  • A fully guided premium excursion of Milan including visits to Galleria Vittorio Emmanuele, the world’s most elegant shopping mall.
  • Entrance tickets to the Duomo and La Scala Theatre and Museum alongside a one hour walking tour of central Milan.
  • Fast-track admission to Leonardo’s Last Supper in the church of Santa Maria della Grazie.
  • A fabulous day out of Milan offering a chance to explore the romantic city of Romeo & Juliet- Verona and enjoy unrivalled panoramas around Italy’s largest lake including a tour escort, local guide in Verona, and whisper sound system.
  • Premium services of a qualified and professional tour and excursions manager during almost all the tours.
  • All applicable taxes for hotel, transportation & sightseeing.

ITINERARY


At Geneva Airport, TCI representative will be waiting for you with your private car who will then drive you directly to your hotel. Welcome to Geneva, Embedded between nearby Alpine peaks and the hilly terrain of the Jura, the French-speaking city of Geneva lies in the bay where the Rhone leaves Lake Geneva. With its humanitarian tradition and cosmopolitan flair, the European seat of the UNO and headquarters of the Red Cross is known as the capital of peace.

Today post breakfast, 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 and 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. The rest of the evening will be at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Geneva hotel.

Today after breakfast, we will drive you to the railway station in your private vehicle and then you will board the super fast nonstop train to Montreux. Upon arrival in Montreux, Please make your way to your hotel which will be at a short walk from the station. After arrival and C/I, proceed on your own to explore the Chateau de Chillon which is on the outskirts of the city, spend some time visiting the magnificent structure. This medieval fortress is situated directly on the shores of Lake Geneva and is one of Switzerland’s most recognizable attractions. Back in Montreux, take time to sample a traditional Swiss hot chocolate and indulge in local culture. TCI’s destination experts will help plan an evening for you here. Refresh overnight at your Montreux Hotel.

Today, board your train from Montreaux and upon arrival in Zermatt, C/I and then make your own way to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise which is the highest sightseeing point in Europe which is accessible by cableway. The Matterhorn Express gondola brings you to Furi where you change to the large cableway which takes you via Trockener Steg to the Klein Matterhorn. Finally, up there you take a lift to get to the highest sightseeing platform offering a panoramic view of the Alps including the 38 4,000-meter peaks (13,120+ ft) surrounding Zermatt. At the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise it also is possible to visit the Glacier Palace which is 15 meters under the glacier’s surface. Return to your hotel and rest overnight in Zermatt.

This morning, we recommend to spend the first half of the day by touring the village on your own, we recommend the following route and will assist with planning your morning in Zermat. Walk via Bahnhofstrasse which is the main street to the Kirchplatz, the church, on to the Bergsteigerfriedhof which is the mountaineer’s cemetery and then on to the Kirchbrücke, the church bridge from where you can take the best shots of the Matterhorn. On your way, you will see several traditional wooden chalets as some people still live there and the typical grain stores. Return to your hotel, C/O and then proceed to the railway station to board your evening train to Chur. Arrive in Chur and C/I at your hotel Refresh overnight.

Today after a sumptuous breakfast, C/O and get ready to have a memorable day aboard the Bernina Express. On the highest railway across the Alps, the Bernina Express climbs up to the glistening glaciers before descending to the palms of Italy far below. This rail link between Northern and Southern Europe builds bridges between regions with different languages and cultures.
The railway is unique, blending ideally with the alpine landscapes around the Albula and Bernina Passes. The train negotiates the 55 tunnels, 196 bridges and inclines of up to 70 per mille with ease. At the highest point on the RhB, 2,253 metres above sea level, you will find the Ospizio Bernina. Here, visitors can delight in the cultural and natural surroundings and enjoy the Alps at their most impressive. The railway line from Thusis – Valposchiavo – Tirano has UNESCO World Heritage status. Thanks to the modern panoramic cars, you will enjoy unrestricted views of the unspoilt Alpine panorama. Board your train from Tirano to Milan and once you arrive in Milan, our representative will pick you up in your private car and will drive you to your hotel where you can C/I and rest overnight

After a lovely breakfast, we proceed to the most fascinating areas of Milan which is Italy’s commercial powerhouse and one of the world’s fashion and design capitals We’ll visit the Galleria Vittorio Emmanuele, probably the world’s most elegant shopping mall, the impressive Sforza Castle with its crenellated battlements housing several museums, the Duomo, one of the largest religious buildings in the world and a jewel of the Northern Italian Gothic style. with over a hundred spires and 3,200 statues. We’ll also have a look around the La Scala theatre and museum, with its fascinating collection of musical instruments, costumes and portraits. However the highlight of this tour has to be an exclusive fast-track visit to Leonardo’s Last Supper in the Church of Santa Maria della Grazie. This famous and mysterious 15th Century fresco, lovingly restored after centuries of deterioration has enjoyed even greater popularity ever since its appearance in Dan Brown’s bestseller the Da Vinci Code.

Today after breakfast, we will depart Milan, head east through Lombardy and enter the Veneto region. Our first stop is at the romantic city of Verona, home to Romeo and Juliet. Here, a local guide will bring to life the many treasures that the city has to offer such as the world-famous Roman arena and the beautiful Piazza delle Erbe. We will then head north from Verona and arrive by Lake Garda, the largest of the Italian lakes in a glorious position surrounded by mountains. The countryside surrounding Garda has been brought to life over the centuries by poets and writers including Catullus, Joyce and Goethe. A chance to explore this enchanting town will be there before returning to Milan where you can spend the late evening on your own.

All great journeys have to come to an end but not before you grab a wonderful breakfast at your hotel and then later we will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the airport.

TERMS

  • For Geneva city tour, please note that the mini train is not operating in January, February, in heavy rain and during special demonstrations. In this case, the old town will be a walking tour. No food and drinks are included
  • Entrance into the Duomo Cathedral requires a strict dress code. TCI or supplier cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress. Please make sure your shoulders and knees are covered. Please note the number of steps to reach the top of each monument: Terraces: 153; Brunelleschi’s Dome: 310; from the Terraces to Giotto’s Bell Tower: 414.

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  • For Geneva city tour, please note that the mini train is not operating in January, February, in heavy rain and during special demonstrations. In this case, the old town will be a walking tour. No food and drinks are included
  • For most tours to Cathedrals, Basilicas, an appropriate dress must be worn in places of worship, no uncovered shoulders or knees allowed
  • This package does not include any station transfers, tours or guides and breakfast in Montreaux, Chur and Zermatt. Hotels will be provided at comfortable walking distances and guests will be guided to explore the towns on their own being smaller in size and manageable by foot to optimize guest experience and leisure time.

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