France and Switzerland with Alsace and Black Forest
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 9-day tour across the enchanting landscapes of Europe. This multi-day tour is designed to offer you an immersive experience of Europe's rich history, stunning architecture, and delectable cuisine. From the wine region of Bourgogne in France to the cosmopolitan city of Zurich in Switzerland, and from the picturesque Alsace region to the financial hub of Frankfurt in Germany, this tour promises a blend of cultural immersion and scenic beauty. Explore medieval castles, marvel at towering cathedrals, and indulge in local delicacies. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or a nature lover, this tour has something for everyone.
Included
Basic travel insurance
LYON
: CAMPANILE CENTRE LYON BERGES DU RHONE or APPARTCITY LYON CITE INTERNATIONALE or TRIBE LYON CROIX ROUSSE
LEYSIN
: ALPINE CLASSIC HOTEL LEYSIN or CAMPANILE MARTIGNY or CENTRAL RESIDENCE
CHIASSO
: MOVENPICK ALBERGO TOURING or CRUISE or HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS LUZERN-KRIENS
ZURICH
: MOVENPICK AIRPORT or INTERCITY ZURICH AIRPORT or MERCURE ZURICH CITY
ESTRASBURGO
: AC MARRIOTT STRASBOURG or HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS BADEN DADEN or LEONARDO OFFENBACH FRANKFURT
PARIS
: NOVOTEL EST - BAGNOLET or GREET PARIS PTE ITALIE
We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.
Meals as stated
1 Dinner Included in: LEYSIN
Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.
Ticket admission: Chillon castle, Cailler chocolate factory , Aareslucht gorges , Triberg Falls , Heidelberg castle including pharmacy and wine cellar
Funicular: Lyon, cable car to Glacier 3000 , Heidelberg
Destinations
Reims
Lugano
Geneva
Basel
Paris
Beaune
Strasbourg
Luxembourg
Frankfurt
Gruyères
Zurich
Lyon
Lucerne
Fribourg
Baden-Baden
SpeyerMap
Attractions
Consortium Museum
Basel Town Hall
La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
Heidelberg Palace
Speyer Cathedral
Lucerne Needle Dam
Tell-MuseumDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Bourgogne - Beaune - Lyon - Chambery
- Paris
- Beaune
- Lyon - Arrival day
- More
- Consortium Museum
- La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
- More
Kick off your European adventure in the heart of France, the wine region of Bourgogne. Explore the charming city of Beaune, known for its flower-filled streets, hospice, and wine museum. Continue to Lyon, the capital of Roman Gallia, where you'll take a cable car to Notre Dame de Fourvière for a panoramic view of the city. In the evening, we'll head to Chambery, a medieval-style city with a beautiful historic center and a large castle.
Day 2 – Day 2: Geneva - Chillon Castle - Gruyeres - Leysin
- Lyon
- Geneva
- Gruyères
- Leysin
- More
Travel to Switzerland and explore Geneva, where you'll see the Palace of Nations and the English Garden. Visit the magnificent Chillon Castle, built in the waters of the lake, and the picturesque village of Gruyeres, famous for its cheese. Indulge your sweet tooth with a visit to the Cailler Chocolate Factory, where you'll enjoy a tasting session. End the day in Leysin, a beautiful holiday village with spectacular views.
Day 3 – Day 3: Leysin - Glacier 3000 - Aareslucht Gorges - Chiasso
- Leysin
- Interlaken
- More
Experience high mountain scenery as you ride the cable car up to Glacier 3000. Walk on the suspended bridge between two mountain peaks, enter the Ice Cathedral, or have fun in the Fun Park. Stop in Interlaken for lunch before heading to the Aareslucht Gorges. End the day in Chiasso, a Swiss town on the border with Italy.
Day 4 – Day 4: Chiasso - Lugano - Burglen - Lucerne - Zurich
- Lugano
- Lucerne
- Zurich
- More
- Lucerne Needle Dam
- Tell-Museum
- More
Visit Lugano, the cosmopolitan capital of Italian Switzerland, and enjoy a stroll by its beautiful lake. Continue to Burglen, the birthplace of William Tell, and explore its 16th-century chapel and museum. In the neighboring city of Altdorf, you'll find traces of Tell's history. Proceed to Lucerne for some free time to explore this beautiful city by the lake. The day ends in Zurich, where you'll arrive at the end of the day.
Day 5 – Day 5: Zurich - Basel - Colmar - Riquewihr - Ribeauville - Strasbourg
- Zurich
- Basel
- Strasbourg
- More
- Basel Town Hall
- More
Leave Zurich for Basel, an important city on the banks of the Rhine. Walk through its old town and admire its cathedral. Continue to the Alsace region in France and stop in Colmar, a city with unique architecture and colored wooden houses. Visit two of the most beautiful villages of Alsace: Riquewihr and Ribeauville. Arrive in Strasbourg in the evening and explore the Cathedral and Petite France area.
Day 6 – Day 6: Strasbourg - Freiburg - Triberg Falls - Gengenbach - Baden-Baden
- Strasbourg
- Fribourg
- Baden-Baden
- More
Spend some time in Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace, before heading to Germany. Visit Freiburg, a university city with a medieval center and cathedral. Explore Triberg, a picturesque town in the Black Forest known for its cuckoo clocks, and visit the Triberg Falls, the highest in Germany. Continue to Gengenbach, a small town with a beautiful central square. Stay overnight in Baden-Baden, a spa city that attracted nobles and upper bourgeoisie from all over Europe.
Day 7 – Day 7: Baden-Baden - Speyer - Heidelberg - Frankfurt
- Baden-Baden
- Speyer
- Frankfurt
- More
- Heidelberg Palace
- Speyer Cathedral
- More
Leave Baden-Baden for Speyer, a city on the banks of the Rhine River. Visit its great Romanesque cathedral and walk through the old quarter. Continue to Heidelberg, where you'll take a cable car to its impressive castle. After lunch, walk through the old town and its Markt Platz. Arrive in Frankfurt in the afternoon, a large financial city known for its modern skyscrapers, old town, and vibrant nightlife.
Day 8 – Day 8: Frankfurt - Luxembourg - Reims - Paris
- Frankfurt
- Luxembourg
- Reims
- Paris
- More
Travel to Luxembourg, a cosmopolitan city that combines a rich history with modernity. Explore its old town, fortifications, the Grand Ducal Palace, and the Notre-Dame Cathedral. After lunch, head to France and stop in Reims, known for its impressive Gothic cathedral. Arrive in Paris at the end of the day.
Day 9 – Day 9: Paris
- Paris - Departure day
- More
After breakfast, your memorable 9-day tour across Europe concludes. We hope you enjoyed your journey and look forward to welcoming you back on your next adventure.
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