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Vistas of Italy and Switzerland 2023

9 days
From Venice to Zurich
5.0
2 traveler reviews

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 18
Ages 18+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Venice

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome meal at a local restaurant)
  2. Day 2

    Venice to Sirmione

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Orientation tour of Venice's backstreets with Tour Leader
    • Traditional mask-making demonstration with local artisan
  3. Day 3

    Sirmione

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Light lunch at local farmhouse with fresh regional produce)

    Included Activities

    • Lunch at local farmhouse with fresh regional produce
    • Walking tour of Borghetto village

    Optional Activities

    • Local hot springs at hotel
    • Waterfront restaurant dinner
    Landmarks
    Borghetto
    Mincio River
  4. Day 4

    Sirmione to Lake Iseo

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Boat tour across Lake Iseo

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Carzano village and lakeside cafes
    Landmarks
    Lake Iseo
    Monte Isola
    Carzano
  5. Day 5

    Franciacorta Region

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch featuring dishes prepared during cooking class with wine tasting)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of traditional wine cellar at local farmhouse in Franciacorta region
    • Rustic cooking class with regional culinary instruction
    • Wine tasting over lunch
    Landmarks
    Franciacorta Region
  6. Day 6

    Iseo to Engadin Valley via Bernina Express

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Bernina Express train journey through the Swiss Alps

    Optional Activities

    • Free time to explore Tirano
    Landmarks
    Tirano
    Swiss Alps
    Engadin Valley
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  7. Day 7

    Engadin Valley to Interlaken via Glacier Express

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Glacier Express train journey from Andermatt
    Landmarks
    Andermatt
    Rhine Gorge
  8. Day 8

    Brienzer Rothorn or Schilthorn

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Final dinner together)

    Included Activities

    • Steam train journey to Brienzer Rothorn (summer) or cable car to Schilthorn (spring)

    Optional Activities

    • Paddle steamer cruise from Brienz to Interlaken (summer only)
    • Free time to explore Mürren (spring only)
    Landmarks
    Brienz
    Brienzer Rothorn
    Emmental Alps
    Mürren
    Schilthorn
  9. Day 9

    Interlaken to Lucerne to Zurich

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Chocolate tasting in Lucerne

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Lucerne
    • Lunch at leisure in Lucerne
    Landmarks
    Lucerne
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Silver Operator
Rating
4.5(155 reviews)
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
91%
Cancellation policy

Traveler Reviews

5.0
Overall rating based on 2 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.5
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    May 23rd, 2023
    It is very clear that Flavio Lazzaretto shows enthusiasm for his home country of Italy. His knowledge,...
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    Traveled in May 2023
  • Vistas of Italy and Switzerland 2023 reviewer 2
    May 20th, 2023
    Flavio Lazzaretto Was an excellent guide. His knowledge and enthusiasm for the places visited was infectious....
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    Traveled in May 2023
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Tour ID: 230763

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    Switzerland
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    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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Who is travelling?

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