What are the options for airport transfers?

Transfers are complimentary if we provide the flights; otherwise, they are chargeable.

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The cost for optional excursions starts at EUR 50 and can vary.

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Please inform us of any dietary needs in advance so we can accommodate them.

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What is the activity level of this trip?

A considerable amount of activity is required, and you may need to climb up full flights of steps, navigate uneven terrain, or stand for prolonged periods of time.

Need 2 separate prices and programs. Ist – 2 nights and 3 days & 2nd – 3 nights / 4 days. Period of Travel - Any dates between 15 Aug-24 till 15 Sep'24. Pax - 10-11 People. Nights - 2 N / 3 D and 3 N / 4 D. Meals - All meals. Visa - Advice Visa Fee separately. Hotels - Good 3 star hotels.

This is an eleven (11) day tour. We will not be able to alter the tour. We have departures on August 7, 2024, August 14, 2024, August 21, 2024 and August 28, 2024.

How can I ensure my hotel requests are met?

Requests for hotel accommodations will be noted, but room types can't be guaranteed.

Are flights included with the tour package?

Flights are not included; you will need to arrange them on your own.

What is the minimum age for the tour?

The average age of travelers on Globus tours is around 55 years.

Do you have accommodations for single travelers? If so, on average what percentage of your travelers are single? I would not want to be the ONLY single traveler in a group

This is one of our small group tours. We only allow 26 guest on this tour with limited space for single travelers. There can be up to 5 single travelers. You will not be alone even if you are the only single traveler. Everything is done as a group.

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The Best of Austria & Switzerland

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From Vienna to Zurich

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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 46
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Vienna
Vienna
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner at a local restaurant)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (NH Belvedere)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner at a local restaurant
Day 2
Vienna
Vienna
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (NH Belvedere)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour with Local Guide featuring Vienna's celebrated landmarks
- Guided walking tour of Schönbrunn Palace including Baroque rooms and gardens (Globus choice excursion)
- Cultural visit to Kunsthistorisches Museum with highlights of art collections (Globus choice excursion)
Optional Activities
- Classical Austrian Dinner
- Classical Concert
- Classical Austrian Dinner and Concert
Landmarks
Schönbrunn Palace
Kunsthistorisches Museum
Day 3
Vienna - Mondsee - Salzburg
Vienna - Mondsee - Salzburg
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Basilika of St. Michael in Mondsee
- Guided walking tour of Salzburg including Mirabell Gardens, Great Festival Hall, and Residenz Square
Landmarks
Basilika of St. Michael
Mirabell Gardens
Residenz Square
Day 4
Salzburg
Salzburg
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel NH Salzburg City)
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion in Salzburg
Day 5
Salzburg - Innsbruck - St. Moritz
Salzburg - Innsbruck - St. Moritz
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Laudinella)
Included Activities
- Orientation walk through Innsbruck Old Town to see the Golden Roof
Landmarks
Golden Roof
Day 6
St. Moritz - Chur - Täsch - Zermatt
St. Moritz - Chur - Täsch - Zermatt
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on board Glacier Express), Dinner (Dinner on board Glacier Express with a view)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Seiler Schweizerhof)
Included Activities
- Glacier Express train ride to Zermatt (first-class with panorama windows including lunch)
Day 7
Zermatt
Zermatt
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Seiler Schweizerhof)
Optional Activities
- Excursion to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
Landmarks
Matterhorn
Day 8
Zermatt - Bern
Zermatt - Bern
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Best Western Plus Hotel Bern), Hotel 4* (Holiday Inn Bern Westside)
Included Activities
- Local mountain train from Zermatt to Täsch
- Guided visit of Chillon Castle
- Wine tasting experience at Chillon Castle
Landmarks
Chillon Castle
Day 9
Bern - Interlaken - Lucerne
Bern - Interlaken - Lucerne
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Astoria), Hotel 4* (Ameron Hotel Flora)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Bern
- Stop at Rose Garden for panoramic view
- Stop at Bear Park
- Free time in Interlaken to take pictures of the Jungfrau
Landmarks
Rose Garden
Bear Park
Zytglogge
Jungfrau
Day 10
Lucerne
Lucerne
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at a local restaurant)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Astoria), Hotel 4* (Ameron Hotel Flora)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Lucerne including Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge
- Private panoramic boat cruise on Lake Vierwaldstätterse with a drink
- Farewell dinner at a local restaurant
Landmarks
Lion Monument
Chapel Bridge
Day 11
Lucerne - Zurich Airport
Lucerne - Zurich Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Complimentary transfer to Zurich Airport

Landmarks
Schönbrunn Palace
Kunsthistorisches Museum

Landmarks
Basilika of St. Michael
Mirabell Gardens
Residenz Square

Landmarks
Golden Roof

Landmarks
Matterhorn

Landmarks
Chillon Castle

Landmarks
Rose Garden
Bear Park
Zytglogge
Jungfrau

Landmarks
Lion Monument
Chapel Bridge

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

NH Belvedere
Hotel 4*
Days 1, 2
Hotel NH Salzburg City
Hotel 4*
day 4
Laudinella
Hotel 3*
day 5
Seiler Schweizerhof
Hotel 4*
Days 6, 7
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
Hotel 4*
day 8
Holiday Inn Bern Westside
Hotel 4*
day 8
Astoria
Hotel 4*
Days 9, 10
Ameron Hotel Flora
Hotel 4*
Days 9, 10

All accommodations are subject to change

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Traveler Moments

Traveler Reviews

5.0

Overall rating based on 334 Reviews

Itinerary
4.9
Transport
5.0
Guide
4.9
Accommodation
4.2
Food
4.0
Tour Operator
5.0

Karen5.0•August 2026
An excellent well organised and informative tour. Nicely paced and fun. Beautiful destinations, choices and scenery.
Traveled in June 2018
Hope4.0•June 2026
For a large group, this was a very nice tour. It hit the highlights of Austria and Switzerland for sure.
Traveled in May 2026
Robert5.0•October 2023
We were completely satisfied with our Globus tour. Our tour guide was above and beyond.
Traveled in September 2023
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Ann5.0•October 2023
Great places to visit and an exception travel tour guide
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Raymond5.0•October 2023
Tour director especially good, wanting to please everyone. Bus driver excellent!
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Anonymous5.0•October 2023
Marci Zdenka was a supper wonderful guide, helpful in every way and fun to be with. She knew her history and full of...
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Mike5.0•October 2023
This was my second Globus tour this year...2023. What I liked most about this tour was and the Normandy tour earlier...
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Sylvia5.0•October 2023
This was our first trip with Globus. We were extremely pleased with this experience. It was well organized and had...
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Anonymous5.0•October 2023
Vienna, Zermatt, Berne and Lucerne were all fantastic. Pity we couldn't have extra nightin all those places
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William5.0•September 2023
Guide Zdenka was excellent. She was always doing all she could to help us with any problems which presented. She had...
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Traveled in September 2023
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Isabella
Asked on March 24th, 2025
What are the options for airport transfers?
Flights / Transfers
Transport
- GlobusOperator•Written March 2025
  Transfers are complimentary if we provide the flights; otherwise, they are chargeable.
M
Myriam
Asked on January 29th, 2025
How much do optional excursions cost?
Price / Availability
- GlobusOperator•Written January 2025
  The cost for optional excursions starts at EUR 50 and can vary.
A
Ali
Asked on January 24th, 2025
What should I do if I have special dietary requirements?
Meals
- GlobusOperator•Written January 2025
  Please inform us of any dietary needs in advance so we can accommodate them.
A
Axel
Asked on September 4th, 2024
What happens if my flight changes after booking?
Flights / Transfers
- GlobusOperator•Written September 2024
  It's important to notify us immediately to adjust any transfers accordingly.
M
Morgan
Asked on August 20th, 2024
What is the activity level of this trip?
Tour Details
- GlobusOperator•Written August 2024
  A considerable amount of activity is required, and you may need to climb up full flights of steps, navigate uneven terrain, or stand for prolonged periods of time.
M
Monique
Asked on July 27th, 2024
Need 2 separate prices and programs. Ist – 2 nights and 3 days & 2nd – 3 nights / 4 days. Period of Travel - Any dates between 15 Aug-24 till 15 Sep'24. Pax - 10-11 People. Nights - 2 N / 3 D and 3 N / 4 D. Meals - All meals. Visa - Advice Visa Fee separately. Hotels - Good 3 star hotels.
Accommodation
Group size
Meals
Price / Availability
Visa
- GlobusOperator•Written July 2024
  This is an eleven (11) day tour. We will not be able to alter the tour. We have departures on August 7, 2024, August 14, 2024, August 21, 2024 and August 28, 2024.
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Dimitri
Asked on July 7th, 2024
How can I ensure my hotel requests are met?
Accommodation
- GlobusOperator•Written July 2024
  Requests for hotel accommodations will be noted, but room types can't be guaranteed.
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Mar
Asked on June 21st, 2024
Are flights included with the tour package?
Flights / Transfers
- GlobusOperator•Written June 2024
  Flights are not included; you will need to arrange them on your own.
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Karel
Asked on June 9th, 2024
What is the minimum age for the tour?
Age Range
- GlobusOperator•Written June 2024
  The average age of travelers on Globus tours is around 55 years.
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Cheryl
Asked on January 31st, 2024
Do you have accommodations for single travelers? If so, on average what percentage of your travelers are single? I would not want to be the ONLY single traveler in a group
Accommodation
Group size
Single supplement
- GlobusOperator•Written February 2024
  This is one of our small group tours. We only allow 26 guest on this tour with limited space for single travelers. There can be up to 5 single travelers. You will not be alone even if you are the only single traveler. Everything is done as a group.

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