Itinerary
- Day 1
Zurich
You'll arrive at Zurich International Airport where your driver will be waiting for you. The transfer to your hotel takes you through the city, and you can check in starting at 14:00 (2:00 PM). After dropping your bags, the rest of the afternoon and evening are yours to explore Zurich at your own pace. Walk through the old town, check out the lakefront, or just relax at a café and get oriented.
- Start point
- Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland (Zurich international Airport )
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore hotel and surrounding area
- Day 2
Northern Switzerland and Black Forest
You're heading out on an excursion through Northern Switzerland and into the Black Forest. Stop at a cuckoo clock workshop first to see how these intricate clocks come together, then you'll have free time at Titisee in the heart of the Black Forest. The drive continues through impressive spruce forests before reaching the Rhine Falls, where an optional boat cruise is available if you'd like to get closer to the water. You'll return to Zurich by coach in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Excursion to Northern Switzerland and Black Forest
- Cuckoo clock workshop demonstration
- Free time at Titisee
- Visit to Rhine Falls
- Coach transportation
Optional Activities
- Boat ride at Titisee
- Boat cruise at Rhine Falls
- Black Forest Cake and local food at Titisee
Landmarks Titisee Rhine Falls Black Forest - Day 3
Jungfraujoch
This full-day trip takes you to Jungfraujoch, the Top of Europe. You'll start with a coach ride to Interlaken with views of the surrounding mountains, then explore the Swiss village. After that, the cogwheel train carries you up to Europe's highest altitude railway station. You can visit the Sphinx Observatory, the Ice Palace, and walk through the Alpine Sensation corridor. The coach brings you back to Zurich by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Coach transportation to Interlaken
- Scenic drive via Lucerne
- Free time in Interlaken
- Transfer to Grindelwald
- Shopping stop in Grindelwald
- Cable car to Eigergletscher
- Cogwheel train ride to Jungfraujoch
- Access to Alpine Sensation corridor
- Access to Sphinx Observation Deck
- Access to Jungfraujoch Plateau
- Access to Ice Palace (weather permitting)
- Guided tour throughout
- Return coach to Zurich
Optional Activities
- Additional exploration and activities at Jungfraujoch summit
Landmarks Jungfraujoch Interlaken Sphinx Observatory Eigergletscher Grindelwald Kleine Scheidegg Lauterbrunnen - Day 4
Interlaken
After breakfast, you'll walk to Interlaken station Ost and join your tour. The journey to Interlaken continues, and you can check in to your hotel from 14:00 (2:00 PM). Spend the rest of the day exploring the village and nearby attractions at whatever pace works for you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
Optional Activities
- Explore nearby attractions in Interlaken
Landmarks Interlaken 
- Day 5
Zermatt and Matterhorn
You're heading to Zermatt for the day, where you'll explore Switzerland's most famous mountain. The car-free village gives you up to six hours to walk around, take in the Matterhorn views, and try local restaurants for lunch. Your private guide takes you on the Gornergrat mountain railway where you'll see the Matterhorn, Gorner Glacier, and Monte Rosa. First-class train tickets and the mountain railway are included, then you'll return to Interlaken.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- First-class train tickets for tour and guide
- Gornergrat mountain railway tickets
- Private guide throughout tour
- Access to Zermatt village
- Photography assistance by guide
- Mobile hotspot with unlimited 4G data
- Information booklet about Switzerland
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Zermatt
- Additional exploration of Zermatt village
Landmarks Matterhorn Zermatt Gornergrat Monte Rosa Gorner Glacier - Day 6
Lake Blausee
This half-day takes you to Lake Blausee nature park. You'll ride the scenic train for an hour through the Kander Valley, then hop on a local bus for 10 minutes to reach the park entrance. You have up to three hours to explore the crystal-clear lake, hiking trails, and trout farm, with an optional guide available. Lunch is served at the on-site restaurant (not included in the tour). You'll return to Interlaken by train and bus.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- First-class train tickets for tour and guide
- Local bus tickets for tour and guide
- Entry fees to Lake Blausee
- Private guide throughout tour
- Photography assistance by guide
- Mobile hotspot with unlimited 4G data
- Information booklet about Switzerland
Optional Activities
- Leisurely walk around the lake
- Romantic hiking trails
- Visit trout farm
- Children's playground
- Fresh trout lunch at restaurant
- Regional dishes at restaurant
Landmarks Lake Blausee Kander Valley - Day 7
Innsbruck
After breakfast, you'll walk to Innsbruck train station and join your tour. The journey takes you to Innsbruck where you can check in to your hotel from 14:00 (2:00 PM). Spend the afternoon getting to know the area or resting after your travels.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
Optional Activities
- Explore nearby attractions in Innsbruck
Landmarks Innsbruck 
- Day 8
Swarovski Crystal Worlds
You're visiting Swarovski Crystal Worlds, a park showcasing over 100 years of crystal-making. Walk through chambers of wonder and see the black mirror pool with 800,000 crystals. There are 18 uniquely designed rooms to explore, including the Chandelier of Grief, plus a crystal carousel and hedge maze. An observation deck gives you views of the Alps. If you're traveling with kids, there's a play tower and children's playground.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Roundtrip shuttle bus from Innsbruck
- Access to Swarovski Crystal Worlds
- Access to Chambers of Wonder
- Access to garden and play tower
- Access to Crystal Cloud
- Access to Labyrinth
- Access to Carousel
- Free parking on-site
- Free WiFi
Optional Activities
- Explore observation deck
- Visit Roman ruins on-site
- Additional time in any exhibition spaces
Landmarks Swarovski Crystal Worlds - Day 9
Innsbruck
You have a free day in Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol. Build your own itinerary based on what interests you. Explore historic sites in the city, head into the surrounding mountains for hiking or sightseeing, or spend time relaxing and taking in the alpine scenery.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore historic sites in Innsbruck
- Venture into surrounding mountains
- Relax in alpine scenery
Landmarks Innsbruck - Day 10
Munich
After breakfast, you'll walk to Innsbruck train station and join your tour. The journey takes you to Munich where you can check in to your hotel from 14:00 (2:00 PM). The rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
Optional Activities
- Explore nearby attractions in Munich
Landmarks Munich 
- Day 11
Neuschwanstein Castle
You're taking a guided trip to Neuschwanstein Castle. Your expert guide gets you straight to the castle grounds, skipping the ticket line. You'll learn about this fairy-tale castle, Bavarian history, and King Ludwig II. During the summer months, the tour includes a visit to the famous Marienbrücke bridge with impressive views, and a shuttle bus can take you there if you'd rather not walk.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Skip-the-line admission to Neuschwanstein Castle
- 35-minute English guided castle tour
- Guided tour around castle grounds
- Guided tour to Marienbr\xfccke
- Shuttle bus to Marienbr\xfccke (when operating)
Landmarks Neuschwanstein Castle Marienbr\xfccke - Day 12
Salzburg and Sound of Music
This full-day excursion takes you to Salzburg, Mozart's hometown. You'll drive through the Chiemgau with Lower Bavarian Alps views, then explore Salzburg's old city with time for shopping and sightseeing. From April through October, there's a lake cruise across Lake Wolfgangsee to the White Horse Inn and a pilgrim church, followed by a drive past Lake Mondsee where they filmed The Sound of Music. You'll return to Munich in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transportation in air-conditioned coach
- Live guide on the tour
- Drive through Chiemgau
- Exploration of Salzburg old city
Optional Activities
- Lake Wolfgangsee boat ride (Apr-Oct only)
- Visit to White Horse Inn (Apr-Oct only)
- Visit to pilgrim church on Lake Wolfgangsee (Apr-Oct only)
Landmarks Salzburg Lake Wolfgangsee Lake Mondsee Chiemgau - Day 13
Departure
After breakfast, you'll meet your driver for the transfer to the airport. You need to check out by 12:00 noon (noon), though late check-out is sometimes possible if you request it from the hotel in advance. Confirm with them before your departure day.
- End point
- München, Bavaria, Germany (Munich International Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
