13 Days Exploring the Alpine Countries Tour Package
Austria - Germany - Switzerland
Duration: 13 Days / 12 Nights
Priced From: $2,549 pp dbl. occ.
Dates: Aug - Oct, Apr
Discover storybook castles and glittering palaces amidst stunning Alpine vistas as you explore Austria, Germany and Switzerland. Travel through the Black Forest, visiting Oberammergau, famous for the Passion Play and expert woodcarvers. Enjoy a Mozart dinner concert at centuries-old St. Peters Restaurant in Salzburg, city of music. Cruise beautiful Lake Lucerne and the Danube River. Enjoy two nights in the alpine village of Zermatt, Switzerland, at the foot of the Matterhorn.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Overnight Flight
Half timber houses, vineyards, yodelers and the world's finest classical music await you. You'll explore Europe's most picturesque countries: Austria, Germany (Bavaria), and Switzerland following your overnight flight.
Day 2: Arrive Vienna, Austria
Your tour begins in Vienna. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers at a special welcome dinner at the historic Altes Presshaus Restaurant, located in the quaint wine making village of Grinzing.
Day 3: Vienna
You'll get to know Vienna this morning during a special tour that showcases its architectural marvels. You will visit the incredible Schoenbrunn Palace and see impressive St. Stephan's Cathedral. This afternoon enjoy free time to explore - stroll the streets or even visit a museum.
Day 4: Vienna - Salzburg
LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. Enjoy a lovely cruise along the Danube, one of the most picturesque waterways in Europe. Later, visit the Benedictine Melk Abbey before continuing to the “City of Music,” Salzburg. Tonight, enjoy a Mozart Dinner Concert at the centuries-old St. Peter’s Restaurant.
Day 5: Salzburg
Discover the splendor of Salzburg with a leisurely-paced walking tour of the Old Town. Some of the amazing sights you will see include the Cathedral, Mozart’s birthplace and Mirabell Gardens.
Day 6: Salzburg - Munich, Germany - Oberammergau
Today you travel to Germany. In Munich, you’ll feel the energy of this lively and fascinating city during a tour that highlights Olympic Park, the world-famous Glockenspiel, and Marienplatz, a beautiful square surrounded by shops, restaurants and cafes. Later in the day you’ll arrive at your home for the next two nights - the quaint village of Oberammergau, renowned for wood carvings and the Passion Play.
Day 7: Oberammergau - Innsbruck, Austria - Oberammergau
Today you’ll enjoy the scenery of the spectacular Bavarian Alps en route to enchanting Innsbruck. You’ll walk through the charming pedestrian streets and see landmarks such as The Golden Roof with your local guide. You may find it easy to understand why this city, during the 14th century, was the center of European culture and politics as you wind through the narrow cobblestone streets.
Day 8: Oberammergau - Black Forest
Today fairy tales come to life with a picture stop at Bavaria’s most famous castle, Neuschwanstein. Next, you are off to Titisee, located in the heart of the stunning Black Forest. Don’t forget to shop for authentic cuckoo clocks, Hummels and wood carvings!
Day 9: Black Forest - Bern, Switzerland - Zermatt
Welcome to Switzerland! During your first stop you will take a panoramic tour of Bern where Albert Einstein worked out the details of his theory of relativity. Later, visit one of the most photographed castles in the world, the Chateau de Chillon, located on serene Lake Geneva. Your day ends in the relaxing village of Zermatt in the Swiss Alps. Take a stroll and breathe in the fresh Alpine air.
Day 10: Zermatt - Gornegrat Railway
After an orientation tour of this mountain resort village you will travel on the famous Gornergrat Railway which offers an incredible view of the famed Matterhorn. The balance of the day is yours to relax or shop the many stores in the village.
Day 11: Zermatt - Grimsel Pass - Lucerne
Views of glaciers, crystal clear rivers and snow-capped mountains will invigorate you as you travel through the spectacular scenery of the Grimsel Pass. Your final destination is the “Swiss Paradise on the Lake,” the city of Lucerne.
Day 12: Lucerne
This morning, embark on a scenic walking tour of this picturesque town, including a stroll through the romantic old town. This afternoon enjoy a relaxing cruise on beautiful Lake Lucerne. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner, toasting the end of an incredible tour.
Day 13: Lucerne - Tour Ends
Your tour ends today in Lucerne.
Tour Highlights
Vienna, Danube Cruise, Salzburg, Mozart Dinner Concert, Munich, Oberammergau, Innsbruck, Bavarian Castles, Black Forest, Bern, Chateau de Chillon, Zermatt, Lucerne
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