12 Days Magnificent Alpine Lakes Tour Package
Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
Priced From: $10,395 pp dbl. occ.
Dates: Jul, Aug, Sep

Journey to a land of snow-capped mountains and medieval castles, extravagant cuisine and ancient towns rich in history. Revel in breathtaking views of the magnificent Matterhorn as it rises bold and stark above green valleys and cerulean lakes fed by ancient glaciers. Experience the finest in opulence at palatial hotels and lavish feasts in cosmopolitan cities. Allow the siren song of the Alps to seduce you. Once you hear its sweet melody, it will stay with you always.

Itinerary

Days 1 - 3 - Depart for Geneva, Switzerland

Explore the treasures of Lausanne, including the gothic Cathedral of Notre Dame. In Montreux, visit the 13th-century Chillon Castle, and in international Geneva, discover the beautiful churches and museums of Old Town.

Days 4 & 5 - Gruyeres, Bern & Interlaken

Sample Gruyères’ world-famous cheeses, visit its historic castle, and discover Bern’s ornate Clock Tower, bridge and cathedral. Delight in spectacular views as a train takes you to the top of Jungfraujoch which dominates the peaks of Eiger and Mönch. Then explore an ice cave and view the massive rock face called the sphinx. On return, pass through the resort town of Grindelwald.

Days 6 & 7 - Zermatt

Enjoy stunning Alpine scenery as you travel over Susten Pass to Andermatt. Board the Glacier Express for majestic views of the Matterhorn, Monte Rosa and Corner Glacier, and delve into the region’s mountaineering history at the Alpine Museum in Gornergrat.

Day 8 - Ascona

Travel from Zermatt to Ascona, the elegant, visitor center of Lake Maggiore with its castles and alpine splendor. On the way, cross Simplon Pass traveling through tunnels, mountains and valleys of awe-inspiring beauty.

Days 9 & 10 - Bellagio, Italy

Cruise from Stresa to the Borromean Islands in Lake Maggiore, site of lavish villas and gardens. Explore Isola Bella, dominated by the 17th-century Borromeo Palazzo on Lake Maggiore, and beautiful Bellagio on Lake Como. At Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo, delight in neoclassical architecture and period
furniture. While at Bellagio, stroll quaint streets and romantic gardens.

Days 11 & 12 - Milan

In sophisticated Milan, a bustling city of history, culture and elegance, your guide leads you through the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie to view da Vinci’s masterpiece, The Last Supper.

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