Globus Spectacular Switzerland(ZH)
9 days from Zurich to Zurich
Chocolate and Cheese. Alps and Alp horns. Precision timepieces and timeless scenery. There is so much to yodel about in sweet and scenic Switzerland. With snow-dusted peaks in view from Zurich to
Geneva to
Lucerne, this uplifting tour of
Switzerland has many elevating experiences in store. A stroll through the13th-century Gruyères Castle, a drive through the picturesque vineyards of the “Swiss Riviera,” and a tasting at the delectable Maison Cailler chocolate factory are just the beginning of your delightful ascent. You’ll also visit the resort towns of Gstaad and Interlaken before heading via mountain train to the “Top of Europe,” the nickname for Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station at more than 11,000 feet. This Alpine wonderland of ice and snow, complete with multiple viewing terraces and an Ice Palace, is not just high in elevation—it’s the highlight of this spectacular Swiss journey.
Itinerary (2023)
| Day 1 | ARRIVE IN ZURICH, SWITZERLAND |
| | Welcome to Zurich! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D) |
| Day 2 | ZURICH–BIEL/BIENNE–NEUCHÂTEL–GENEVA |
| | ZURICH Orientation walk in the Old Town includes the Fraumünsterkirche.BIEL/BIENNE Free time at the historical center.NEUCHÂTEL Free time for lunch en route to Geneva. (B) 174 mi / 280 km |
| Day 3 | GENEVA |
| | GENEVA Guided sightseeing includes Reformation Park and a walk through the Old Town. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B) |
| Day 4 | GENEVA–ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS, FRANCE–GRUYÈRES, SWITZERLAND–BROC–GRUYÈRE AREA |
| | ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS Free time to browse.GRUYÈRES [LF] Visit the castle and enjoy lunch with local specialties and a traditional dessert with meringue and double crème.BROC [LF] Visit Maison Cailler Swiss chocolate factory for a tasting. (B,L,D) 87 mi / 140 km |
| Day 5 | GRUYÈRE AREA–GSTAAD–INTERLAKEN–GRINDELWALD |
| | GSTAAD Orientation walk and free time to browse.INTERLAKEN Free time to explore.GRINDELWALD Free time this afternoon and evening. (B) 87 mi / 140 kmENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Grindelwald with an excursion to the Trümmelbach Falls. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time with your GlobusGO mobile app. |
| Day 6 | GRINDELWALD. EXCURSION TO THE JUNGFRAU |
| | GRINDELWALD [LF] Excursion to the Jungfrau Massif includes a mountain train ride to the top, Ice Palace, and the Jungfrau Passport. Free time. (B,D) |
| Day 7 | GRINDELWALD–BERNE–LUCERNE |
| | BERNE Guided walking tour includes a stop at Bear Park, panoramic views of the city from the Rose Garden and the Old Town. Free time for lunch.LUCERNE Free time late this afternoon and evening. (B) 112 mi / 180 km |
| Day 8 | LUCERNE |
| | LUCERNE Walking tour includes the Lion monument, the Old Town, and the Chapel Bridge. Farewell dinner this evening at a local restaurant. (B,D) |
| Day 9 | LUCERNE–ZURICH AIRPORT |
| | Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.Complimentary morning transfer to Zurich Airport. Schedule departing flights after 10 am. Extra nights are available in Zurich. (B) 42 mi / 68 km |
Included Globus Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 1 lunch, 4 three-course dinners
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