ALPINE ADVENTURE, BERNINA AND GLACIER EXPRESS

Tour Code - 6060

13 days Munich to Zurich 
Munich Area, Innsbruck, Cortina Area, Merano, St Moritz, Lake Como, Torino, Zermatt Area, Lake Lucerne, Zurich

Experience the stunning Alpine mountain range that stretches across the borders of several European countries. Visit Munich; Innsbruck, Austria; and befiore heading to Cortina and Merano. On board the Bernina Express from St Moritz to Tirano. In Switzerland highlights include Lake Lucerne, nestled amid the snow-capped mountains; the famous Chillon Castle on the lake; and Zermatt, one of Switzerland’s best-known resorts. Enjoy the superb panoramic views of mountain forests, Alpine meadows, rushing streams, and picture-postcard villages on the Glacier Express train ride from Zermatt to Andermatt.  Cross Brunig Pass and continue to Interlaken then to Zurich where your holiday ends with breakfast.

Meals
Breakfast - 12
Lunch - 0
Dinner - 4

Standard Features
Sightseeing: Visits to Linderhof Castle, Innsbruck, Kitzbuhel, Bolzano, St. Moritz, Zermatt, Lucerne, Interlaken, Zurich.

Scenic Highlights: Ammergau Alps, Inn Valley, Grossglockner, Dolomites, Swiss Alps, Engadine National Park, Lake Como, Gran San Bernardo.

Guides: Local Guide for city sightseeing in Munich, Torino, Berne.
Transportation: Bernina Express train from St. Moritz to Tirano; Glacier Express train from Zermatt to Andermatt.

Hotels:Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges.

Meals: Buffet breakfasts (B), 4 dinners (D)

01

MUNICH AREA, GERMANY.
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore this delightful Bavarian capital. Why not spend some time at the Marienplatz to marvel at the world-famous Glockenspiel or join the locals at a traditional Biergarten? Later, meet up with your Tour Director and fellow travellers.

02

MUNICH AREA-INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA.
A fascinating itinerary today. First, a Local Guide will show you the main highlights of the Capital of Bavaria. Then, head south to visit Linderhof Castle, set deep in a forested valley in the Ammergau Alps. The smallest of the three fairytale palaces commissioned by King Ludwig II and inspired by Louis XIV's Versailles, the rococostyle Linderhof is surrounded by splendid Italian Renaissance gardens with landscaped sections similar to an English garden. Next, journey into Austria through the scenic Inn Valley to Innsbruck for an overnight and to admire its fascinating town centre and historic Golden Roof. (B,D)

03

INNSBRUCK-KITZBUHEL-CORTINA D'AMPEZZO AREA, ITALY.
More glorious Alpine landscapes as you head to medieval Kitzbuhel with its classic Tyrolean chalets and striking cobblestone centre dating back to the 9th century. Later, motor to Grossglockner Pass the highest in Austria and featuring thrilling views of 3,797.8 metres (12,460 feet) high Grossglockner Mountain, lush dairy pastures, and picturesque villages. On through the splendid Dolomites scenery to the celebrated Cortina d'Ampezzo winter resort for an overnight. (B)

04

CORTINA D'AMPEZZO AREA-CANAZEI-LAKE CAREZZA-BOLZANO-MERANO AREA
This morning, travel west through the spectacular Dolomites, then over Falzarego and Pordoi Passes. Stop in the pretty ski resort of Canazei before a break at Lake Carezza to admire its brilliant rainbow colours and to search for the beautiful mermaid who, according to legend, hid here from the romantic pursuits of a powerful wizard. On to Bolzano, "Gateway to the Dolomites," with time to visit the South Tyrolean Archaeological Museum and its famous "Iceman" mummy exhibit. Later, head for the Merano area for the night. (B)

05

MERANO AREA-GLORENZA-ST. MORITZ, SWITZERLAND
Enjoy a morning break in Glorenza, the smallest fortified city in Tyrol and ideally situated where Switzerland, Austria, and Italy meet. Via Tubre, descend into Engadine National Park, one of the most beautiful mountain areas in the world. Deep blue lakes, airy larch forests that turn golden in the autumn, 3,658 metres (12,000 feet) high peaks, and quaint villages with characteristic Grisons-style homes usher you on to glamorous St. Moritz, the oldest and most famous winter resort in the world. (B,D)

06

AT LEISURE IN ST. MORITZ.
A whole day to do as you please in this stylish Swiss spa resort, known for its stunning mountain scenery and superb shopping. Why not join an optional excursion? (B)

07

ST. MORITZ-BERNINA EXPRESS TO TIRANO, ITALY-LAKE COMO.
Today, experience a memorable trip aboard the Bernina Express. Crossing the Alps to Tirano in Italy, this spectacular rail journey takes you to altitudes greater than 1,999 metres (6,560 feet). Later, rejoin your motorcoach and head via Chiavenna to the shores of Lake Como, Italy's third-largest lake and one of the deepest in Europe. (B,D)

08

LAKE COMO-TORINO.
Travel southeast today through the Po Valley to Torino (Turin), birthplace of Fiat automobiles and home to the intriguing Shroud of Turin. Upon arrival, sightseeing with a Local Guide includes all the major sites. This evening, consider an optional dinner. (B)

09

TORINO-AOSTA-MARTIGNY,SWITZERLAND-SION-TASCH-ZERMATT AREA.
A pleasant drive through the Aosta Valley, known as the smallest region in Italy and a favourite winter sports area. Cross Gran San Bernardo Pass and down into Switzerland. Via ancient Martigny and Sion, one of the country's largest winemaking regions, head to charming Tasch for two overnights. (B,D)

10

AT LEISURE IN THE ZERMATT AREA. 
Take a short train ride to car free Zermatt set at the foot of the Matterhorn. Spend the entire day in one of Switzerland's best-known resorts, strolling along the narrow, traffic-free streets lined with a variety of shops, cafes, and bars. Later, enjoy an optional ride on Europe's highest rack railway to 3,130.9 metres (10,272 feet) Gornergrat for breathtaking views of the Alps. (B)

11

EXPRESS TRAIN TO ANDERMATT-LUCERNE.
Today, another highlight of your tour: the worldrenowned Glacier Express. This is Switzerland's most famous mountain railway, which passes over hundreds of bridges and through dozens of tunnels to give unique panoramic views of the Swiss Alps and surrounding valleys, forests, Alpine meadows, rushing streams, and pictureperfect villages. Board the Glacier Express in Zermatt and leave it in Andermatt in the St. Gotthard massif, 1,435.9 metres (4,711 feet) above sea level. Rejoin your motorcoach for the descent into the dramatically different landscape of lovely Lake Lucerne. (B)

12

LUCERNE-INTERLAKEN-BERNE-ZURICH. 
Cross Brunig Pass this morning and continue to Interlaken. Along the way, take photos of the Jungfrau massif with its three legendary peaks: Jungfrau, Monch, and Eiger. Travel through some of the country's best farmland to its stately capital of Berne, where sightseeing includes Bear Park and the Federal Palace. Then, an easy drive to Zurich for a final overnight. (B)

13

ZURICH.
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Dates and Prices. Rates are per head in US$:

 Optional Gratuity :  US101

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