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Best of Switzerland

Best of Switzerland

A ten-day jaunt through the countryside and cuisine of Switzerland is the ideal way to see (and taste) all things Swiss. This small nation packs a punch with its mountainous landscapes, glacial lakes, picturesque cities and food staples that are so tough to beat. Beginning in Zurich, head to historic St Gallen, lakeside Lucerne, adrenaline-filled Interlaken and cheese-obsessed Gruyeres before finishing in the nation’s quaint capital, Bern. Here, the outdoors has never looked so good and chocolate has never tasted so smooth, so it’s time to test it out yourself.

Activities

  • St Gallen – Abbey of St Gall & Library
  • Lucerne – Boat Cruise & Mt Pilatus Golden Circle Tour
  • Gruyeres – Maison de Gruyere Fromagerie Cheese Factory
  • Gruyeres – Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory
  • Bern – Leader-led orientation walk
  • Bern – Zytglogge (Clock tower) tour

Highlights

  • Find out why the Swiss are known around the world for their cheese and chocolate, with visits to producers of both in La Gruyere region.
  • Your local group leader will provide expert advice on how to make the most of your free time, as well as giving you orientation walks around each place so you can get your bearings.
  • Discover the Top of Europe in the Jungfrau region. With 2 free days to choose your own adventure, you can take the day as relaxed or as thrill-seeking as you want to explore this highland haven. Also your hotel here is surrounded by stunning mountain views.
  • Take in the breathtaking alpine views from the summit of Pilatus Mountain with your small group, reached via the steepiest cogwheel railway in the world.
  • With plenty of free time to explore at your own pace in Bern, you’ll discover why this city is considered as one of the most beautiful and laidback capital cities in the world.

07/02/2023 through 09/19/2024
07/02/2023 through 09/22/2024

Day 1 Zurich
Day 2 Zurich / St Gallen
Day 3 Lucerne
Day 4 Mt Pilatus / Lucerne
Day 5-6 Jungfrau region
Day 7 Bulle
Day 8 Gruyere/Bulle
Day 9 Bern
Day 10 Bern

Bern

The superb city of medieval magic is the capital of Switzerland. Home of the many embassies, international organisations, the seat of Federal Government and Federal Congress, Berne also has a definite artistic side. Explore the magnificent museums filled with art treasures; enjoy the famous Berne Symphony Orchestra or visit the cosy, historical basement pubs, Kellerlokale.

First founded in 1191 and nearly destroyed in its entirety in 1405 when the great fire razed the wooden built town, the city of Berne is today constructed in hardier sandstone and stands as an unchanged paeon of carefully conserved medieval architecture.

Berne is in itself a living museum, the craftsmanship of which is emphasised in her artisans like the stone masons who still ply their trade in the open for all to see. Each one of the city’s 13 magnificent museums yields an adventure into artistic and cultural endeavour without peer. From the largest Paul Klee collection in the world at the Kunstmuseum to literature through the ages at the Stadtbibliothek to the special experience that is the Symphony Orchestra performing in the
superb Gothic cathedral whose 254 steps take the intrepid visitor to the top of the highest church tower in Switzerland, Berne is a magical voyage of discovery.

Set within the medieval atmosphere is the largest and most modern sheltered shopping centre in Europe. The 6 kms of arcaded passageways direct the visitor to a network of exclusive boutiques and stores, and the quaint old-town shops.
Top off an enchanting day with a visit to one of Berne’s historical Kellerlokale or a good cabaret show and dancing.

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