Suiza

Welcome to Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
IMPORTANT:
-Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
-If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information board with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
-During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. If these activities are available on the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.
Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.

Total distance covered: 155 km.
Scenery: Beautiful views in Lake Geneva, with large lakes and snow-capped peaks in the distance.
After breakfast, it will be time to embark on a panoramic tour of Geneva, a city on the shores of Lake Geneva that hosts the European headquarters of the United Nations, the International Labour Organization, the Red Cross, and many other international organizations. We’ll visit the Palais des Nations (United Nations headquarters in Europe), the beautiful English Garden with its flower clock, and admire the “Jet d’Eau,” the tallest fountain in Europe. You’ll then have free time to explore and have lunch.
12:45 p.m. – Departure from Geneva, following the shores of Lake Geneva, passing through vineyard landscapes and snow-capped mountains on the horizon.
01:45 p.m. – Lausanne, a city in western Switzerland crossed by four rivers that carry water from the Alps into Lake Geneva. Lausanne is home to the International Olympic Committee, founded here in 1894. We’ll stop at the Olympic Park, located by the lake, an iconic space dedicated to sports and Olympic culture.
02:30 p.m. – Departure from Lausanne.
03:30 p.m. – Gruyeres. There will be time to stroll through the center of this picturesque walled town, famous for the production of the cheese that bears its name. Nearby are some of Switzerland’s leading chocolate manufacturers (such as Nestlé, among others). We’ll visit the Cailler Chocolate Factory, and you’ll enjoy a sweet tasting.
06:00 p.m. – Departure from Gruyeres.
06:45 p.m. – Arrival in Fribourg for accommodation, a bilingual city (French/German) with a charming old town.
Note: Due to the limited number of hotel options in Fribourg, accommodation may sometimes be arranged in a nearby city.

Total distance covered: 309 km.
Scenery: This stage offers spectacular views of year-round snow-capped peaks and beautiful lakes.
Tip: Bring some warm clothing for the boat ride to enjoy the experience on deck.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Fribourg. We’ll take a charming and scenic route through the canton of Bern, passing hills, forests, and green fields. We’ll make a photo stop along the way, either at Schwarzenburg Castle or, depending on accommodation, at a viewpoint over Lake Thun or Lake Brienz.
09:30 a.m. – Interlaken. We’ll stop for a stroll in this tourist town nestled between lakes Thun and Brienz, from which it takes its name.
10:30 a.m. – Departure from Interlaken.
11:15 a.m. – Aare Gorge. Admission will be included to walk along the pathways and tunnels of this stunning 200-meter-deep, 1.4 km-long gorge carved into limestone by the Aar River. Lunch will be included.
01:00 p.m. – Departure from Aare Gorge. We’ll head toward one of Switzerland’s most spectacular mountain passes: the Susten Pass, with its eternal snow and glaciers. We’ll stop along the way to take in the breathtaking high mountain glacial scenery. Surrounded by these impressive landscapes, we’ll continue toward the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland, crossing the famous 17 km-long Gotthard Tunnel.
04:00 p.m. – Gandria. Brief stop in this charming village on the shores of Lake Lugano, known for its traditional architecture, narrow, steep streets, and picturesque setting.
04:45 p.m. – Gandria. We’ll board a boat (ticket included) for a cruise on the lake to Lugano, the main city of Italian-speaking Switzerland.
05:30 p.m. – Arrival in Lugano, a major financial hub and popular tourist destination, famous for its mild climate, lakeside promenade, parks, and vibrant cultural life. You’ll have free time to explore the city.
06:30 p.m. – Departure from Lugano.
07:00 p.m. – Arrival in Chiasso, a Swiss city on the border with Italy.
Note:
-Until the end of May and from the beginning of October, the Susten Pass may be closed due to snow. In that case, we’ll travel via the Brünig Pass, which is also very scenic.
-In winter, the Aareschlucht Falls are closed, so we’ll visit the charming towns of Brienz and Meiringen instead.
-Occasionally, accommodation may be in the metropolitan area of Como.

Total distance covered: 212 km.
Scenery: Panoramic views from the highway, featuring lakes and mountains.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Chiasso after breakfast.
09:30 a.m. – Bellinzona. Free time in the capital of Italian-speaking Switzerland, renowned for its three medieval castles, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perched on the hills, these castles played a key historical role as Alpine fortifications.
10:30 a.m. – Departure from Bellinzona, heading towards the German-speaking region of Switzerland. We’ll cross the Gotthard Pass, with a photo stop at a breathtaking viewpoint.
12:45 p.m. – Arrival in Altdorf, the capital of the canton of Uri and the birthplace of William Tell. It is also one of the founding cantons of independent Switzerland. You’ll have time to stroll and enjoy lunch.
02:00 p.m. – Departure from Altdorf.
02:45 p.m. – Lucerne, the tourism capital of Switzerland. You’ll have the chance to visit iconic landmarks such as the Kapellbrücke, the Lion Monument, the cathedral, the Jesuit Church, and the charming old town. The rest of the afternoon will be yours to explore. Optionally, you can take a cruise on Lake of the Four Cantons to experience the city from the water as well.

Total distance covered: 190 km.
Scenery: Beautiful Swiss landscapes.
Notes:
-Make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the meadows of Heidi’s village.
-Remember to bring Euros for your time in Feldkirch, a little town in Austria near the Swiss border where we’ll be staying the night.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Lucerne. We’ll travel around Lake Lucerne, also known as the Lake of the Four Cantons.
09:15 a.m. - Einsiedeln. Its immense baroque abbey is the main point of pilgrimage in Switzerland. You’ll have time to visit it if you wish and to take a stroll around the city.
10:15 a.m. – Departure from Einsiedeln. We’ll travel eastward towards the border of Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria, passing through beautiful landscapes of hills and lakes. We’ll drive through the picturesque village of Maienfeld, the inspiration for the novel/story of Heidi, famous for its cartoon adaptation.
11:30 p.m. - Heididorf. We’ll stop at the place where "Heidi’s House" is located, a picturesque spot with beautiful landscapes that we’ll reach via a pedestrian path (tickets not included).
12:30 p.m. – Departure from Heididorf. We’ll enter the small independent country of Liechtenstein.
01:00 p.m. - Vaduz. You’ll have time to stroll and enjoy lunch in the charming capital of Liechtenstein, under the graceful shadow of its castle.
02:30 p.m. – Departure from Vaduz.
03:00 p.m. - Feldkirch. Arrival to explore this charming walled city with a beautiful medieval center and a castle in Austria, near the borders of Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Germany. You’ll have free time, during which, if you wish, you can opt for an excursion to the delightful village of Appenzell, known for its painted façades and local beer.

Total distance covered: 195 km.
Scenery: Picturesque throughout the day; lakes and charming villages.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Feldkirch, re-entering Switzerland.
09:00 a.m. – St. Gallen. Time to explore this beautiful town with its medieval center. Its magnificent baroque cathedral houses the library (admission included), which holds 170,000 volumes, including manuscripts over a thousand years old and the 2,700-year-old Egyptian mummy of Schepenese. The rococo hall of the library is considered the most beautiful in Switzerland, and the Abbey District is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site.
11:00 a.m. – Departure from St. Gallen. We’ll continue our route along the shores of Lake Constance, situated between Germany and Switzerland.
12:00 p.m. – Constance. Free time to stroll and have lunch in this German city with a beautiful medieval old town, notable for its cathedral and Market Square.
02:15 p.m. – Departure from Constance.
03:00 p.m. – Stein Am Rhein. A very picturesque town on the banks of the Rhine, famous for its beautifully painted houses.
04:00 p.m. – Departure from Stein Am Rhein.
04:30 p.m. – Rhine Falls (admission included). We’ll make a stop to visit the most powerful waterfalls in Europe. We recommend an optional boat ride that will make you feel like you can almost touch the cascading waters.
06:00 p.m. – Departure from the Rhine Falls. We’ll travel by highway.
07:00 p.m. – Arrival in Zurich.

Total distance covered by train: 42 km.
Note: Today’s itinerary is unique, featuring a boat journey across Lake Zurich and a return trip by train. Depending on the number of travelers, transfers to and from the city center may be conducted using public transport. Please note that the boat schedules may change, and the itinerary may be adjusted accordingly.
09:00 a.m. - We’ll depart from the hotel for a tranquil day. Accompanied by our guide, we’ll take a leisurely walk-through Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city and its financial and cultural hub. Renowned for its banking industry, Zurich has twice been recognized as the city with the best quality of life in the world.
10:30 a.m. - We’ll embark on an approximately two-hour cruise on Lake Zurich. The boat will make brief stops, allowing us to admire the charming villages along the way.
12:30 p.m. - Rapperswil - Arriving in this quaint and picturesque village, famous for its medieval castle, there will be time to explore and enjoy lunch.
03:00 p.m. - We’ll return to Zurich by train, experiencing the efficiency and punctuality of the Swiss railway system. The journey back to Zurich will take just under 35 minutes. Afterward, you´ll have free time to explore the city on your own.

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.