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Mountains, Valleys and Lakes of Switzerland

10 days
Start and end in Zurich
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 18
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Highlights

  • Meet the group over dinner in Zurich
  • Explore Schaffhausen's Old Town by the Rhine
  • Sample Swiss chocolates in Lucerne
  • Make your own cheese in Einsiedeln
  • Ride the Jungfrau Railway to 'Top of Europe'

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Zurich (Switzerland)
  2. Day 2 Zurich – Schaffhausen – Appenzell
  3. Day 3 Appenzell – St Gallen – Appenzell
  4. Day 4 Appenzell – Lucerne – Lucerne Region
  5. Day 5 Lucerne Region – Einsiedeln and Mount Rigi – Lucerne Region
  6. Day 6 Lucerne Region – Eggiwil – Bern
  7. Day 7 Bern
  8. Day 8 Bern – Thun and Interlaken – Grindelwald
  9. Day 9 Grindelwald – Jungfraujoch – Grindelwald
  10. Day 10 Grindelwald – Zurich
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Number of tours

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Age Range

18 to 80 years old

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Customer Reviews

  • Stephanie
    · May 23rd, 2023
    It is very clear that Flavio Lazzaretto shows enthusiasm for his home country of Italy. His knowledge, professionalism and sense of humour takes his tours to the next level. He made the tour very memorable. I also felt very safe while our driver Ettore was behind the wheel. I would highly recommend and hope to take another tour with Flavio in the future!
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  • Cheryl
    · May 20th, 2023
    Flavio Lazzaretto Was an excellent guide. His knowledge and enthusiasm for the places visited was infectious. Flavio added a culinary experience to the tour. His he was generous with his time, always willing to help and made the tour highly enjoyable.
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  • WayneCarter
    · October 14th, 2019
    Flavio is a fantastic tour guide. He looks after his guests extremely well and goes out of his way to make the tour and holiday very memorable. Nothing seems too much trouble. He is even a really good bloke!! We would recommend him to anyone seeking to have a great holiday with a well-informed guide. Wayne and Julie Carter
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    Mary

    Asked on July 7th, 2024

    What time do you arrive back in Zurich on Day 10

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    • Back-Roads TouringOperatorWritten July 2024

      This tour will arrive back into Zurich at 16:00 on the 02nd of September.

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Tour ID: 247126

  • Currency
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    Switzerland
  • Plugs & Adapters

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    Type J
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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before October 17th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 17th, 2025, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Back-Roads Touring. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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