The Best of Austria & Switzerland
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through the heart of Europe, where history, culture, and natural beauty converge. This multi-day tour will take you from the imperial grandeur of Vienna to the Alpine splendor of Switzerland, with a host of captivating destinations in between. Explore the birthplace of Mozart in Salzburg, cruise along the scenic Danube River, and marvel at the architectural treasures of Berne. Experience the thrill of a train ride through the Swiss Alps, and enjoy a leisurely boat cruise on Lake Lucerne. With guided tours, free time for personal exploration, and a variety of cultural and natural highlights, this tour offers a rich and diverse travel experience.
Included
Full buffet breakfast daily; 1 lunch; 4 three-course dinners
jain, vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, meat
Motorcoach. Free wi-fi available on your motorcoach and in most hotel lobbies.
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The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19,
after 1 March, 2023
, we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators – like airlines – have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe.
The Globus family of brands previous policy – requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 –
remains in effect until 1 March, 2023
. Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated.
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The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021:
- Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination.
- For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel:
1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands.
2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands.
A SAFE & WARM WELCOME:
We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements.
BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE:
We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technology—including our Go Beyond Devices in Europe—enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions.
FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH:
To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests.
TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS:
Traveling with the Globus family of brands removes many of the “touch points” of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels.
COMMITMENT TO CLEAN:
As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures.
PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH:
The Globus family of brands has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operation—from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.
VIENNA - Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit Schönbrunn Palace and Heldenplatz
MONDSEE - Visit the church from The Sound of Music
SALZBURG - Guided walking tour, visit Mirabell Gardens and Residenz Square; Globus Local Favorite dinner at the St. Peter Stiftskeller
INNSBRUCK - Walk through the Old Town to the Golden Roof
CHUR–ZERMATT - Globus Local Favorite By Glacier Express train (first-class with panorama windows) including lunch
ZERMATT–TÄSCH - By mountain train
CHILLON - Guided visit of the castle
BERNE - Guided walking tour, stop at the Rose Garden and the Bear Park
INTERLAKEN - Take pictures of the Jungfrau
LUCERNE - Walking tour including the Lion Monument & Chapel Bridge; Globus Local Favorite private cruise with a drink and farewell dinner at a local restaurant
Headsets throughout the tour
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Vienna
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Vienna
- Vienna - Arrival day
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Your European adventure begins in the beautiful city of Vienna. Meet your tour director and fellow travelers at a welcome dinner in a local restaurant at 6 pm. Enjoy the local cuisine and get ready for the exciting journey ahead.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Vienna
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Vienna
- Vienna
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- Heldenplatz
- Schönbrunn Palace
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Discover the City of Dreams on a guided tour, including the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, the summer home of the Habsburg dynasty, and the historic Heldenplatz. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon to explore at your own pace.
Day 3 – Day 3: From Vienna to Salzburg via Krems and Mondsee
Day 3 – Day 3: From Vienna to Salzburg via Krems and Mondsee
- Vienna
- Melk
- Mondsee
- Salzburg
- Krems-Land District
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- Gut Aiderbichl Henndorf
- Red Bull Hangar-7
- Burgruine Thürndl
- Donauturm
- Mirabellgarten
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Cruise along the beautiful Danube River in Krems before visiting the Parish Church in Mondsee. Continue to Salzburg, where a guided walking tour awaits, featuring the Mirabell Gardens, the Great Festival Hall, and Residenz Square.
Day 4 – Day 4: A Day in Salzburg
Day 4 – Day 4: A Day in Salzburg
- Salzburg
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Enjoy a free day to explore Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart. Wander through its charming gardens, admire the medieval and Baroque architecture, and soak up the city's unique atmosphere.
Day 5 – Day 5: From Salzburg to St. Moritz via Innsbruck
Day 5 – Day 5: From Salzburg to St. Moritz via Innsbruck
- Salzburg
- Innsbruck
- Samedan
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- Golden Roof
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Travel to Innsbruck, where a walk through the Old Town and a visit to the Golden Roof await. Enjoy some free time before continuing to the Swiss Engadine and the glamorous resort town of St. Moritz.
Day 6 – Day 6: From St. Moritz to Zermatt via the Glacier Express
Day 6 – Day 6: From St. Moritz to Zermatt via the Glacier Express
- Chur
- Samedan
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- Toboggan adventure mountain Pradaschier
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Board the Glacier Express for a breathtaking train ride from St. Moritz to Zermatt. Enjoy lunch on board as you take in the stunning Swiss scenery.
Day 7 – Day 7: Free Day in Zermatt
Day 7 – Day 7: Free Day in Zermatt
Day 7: Free Day in Zermatt
Enjoy a free day in Zermatt. You can choose to relax in this car-free town or join an optional excursion to the Matterhorn Glacier for panoramic vistas and ice carvings.
Day 8 – Day 8: From Zermatt to Chillon via Täsch
Day 8 – Day 8: From Zermatt to Chillon via Täsch
- Bern
- Corsier-sur-Vevey
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- Chillon Castle
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Take a mountain train ride from Zermatt to Täsch. Then, head to Chillon for a guided tour of the castle and a wine tasting.
Day 9 – Day 9: From Chillon to Lucerne via Berne and Interlaken
Day 9 – Day 9: From Chillon to Lucerne via Berne and Interlaken
- Interlaken
- Lucerne
- Corsier-sur-Vevey
- Bern
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- UNESCO - Bern Old Town
- Rose Garden Bern
- Bear pit
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Travel to Berne for a guided walking tour, including a stop at Bear Park and panoramic views from the Rose Garden. After lunch in Interlaken, continue to Lucerne.
Day 10 – Day 10: Exploring Lucerne
Day 10 – Day 10: Exploring Lucerne
- Lucerne
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- Chapel Bridge
- Lion Monument
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A walking tour of Lucerne includes the Lion monument, the Old Town, and the Chapel Bridge. In the evening, enjoy a private boat cruise on Lake Lucerne, followed by a farewell dinner.
Day 11 – Day 11: Departure from Zurich
Day 11 – Day 11: Departure from Zurich
- Lucerne
- Zürich - Departure day
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Your European adventure concludes with breakfast. A complimentary transfer will take you to Zurich Airport for your homebound flight. Safe travels until we meet again!
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