A magical trip through the heart of the Alps in three beautiful yet distinctly different countries: Austria, Italy and Switzerland
Trip duration:
9 Days / 8 Nights
Key places visited:
Germany, Austria, Switzerland & Italy
Activity level:
Moderate
Transportation:
Executive Class Coach
Accommodation:
Hand-picked Superior Hotels
Meals Included:
All Breakfasts
All Lunches
2 Dinners
Max group size:
20 Travellers
Trip price (pp):
EUR 2.800,-
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Day 1: Arrival in Munich, Salzburg
Day 2: The picturesque Salzkammergut lake district
Day 3: The top of Austria and into Italy
Day 4: The heart of the Dolomites
Day 5: Most beautiful valley
Day 6: Land of castles, wine and orchards
Behold the wonderful vistas in the high Alps, as we visit the Kitzsteinhorn glacier in the morning. The viewing platform is at 3,200 m (10,500 ft). We have lunch and afternoon free time in the lovely yet undiscovered town of Lienz, called “Sun City” and “Pearl of the Dolomites”. We then head into Italy through those Dolomites to Cortina d’Ampezzo.
We start today learning about how difficult mountain warfare was in the Italian Alps in WWI. After we have lunch at a wonderful rifugio with panoramic views we learn all about making and tasting gelato in the village where it was invented. A short scenic drive brings us back to Cortina and free time to shop and explore on your own.
Today we drive along the Great Dolomites Road, seeing the most impressive peaks. We also visit the woodcarvers in beautiful Val Gardena, a popular alpine sport area. We will have lunch, a walking tour and a visit to the iceman museum in historic Bolzano. It is a short drive through vineyards and orchards to serene and lovely Merano.
It is a Castles and Wine day today. We have all morning for the incredibly extensive gardens of Trauttmansdorff Palace. A special lunch at a local wine producer will be followed by a visit to the Tirolo Castle to learn about the history of the area. We are back in Merano in time for shopping, going for a walk or a visit to the thermal baths.
On the way to Switzerland we visit the intriguing Churburg, to learn about castle life in the middle ages. We then drive through the middle of the Swiss National Park, ending with a stop at the educative information center. From there it is a short drive to ritzy St. Moritz; we arrive early enough for strolling, shopping and gawking.
More time for St. Moritz before we head north over the pass to Davos, Europe’s highest city and host to the annual World Economic Summit. After lunch and time to explore the city, it is another scenic drive to Bad Ragaz, a famous spa town and our final stop. Before our Farewell Dinner, you have time for the pools or to try your luck at the casino.
We bring you safely to the Zurich airport for your return trip. Multiple departures from Bad Ragaz may be possible.
Adult: 18 & over - EUR 2.800,-
Single Supplement: EUR 600,-
Teen and child pricing available upon request.
20% of tour price to be paid at booking.
Balance is due 4 weeks prior to start of tour.
Please see our terms and conditions page for details.
Except optionals: We're planning a zeppelin trip, if you'd like to come on this please let us know so we can book your tickets.
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