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Day 1 Munich
Make your own way to the tour hotel in Munich. In the evening, meet your driver/guide and fellow travellers over a welcome dinner at a traditional Bavarian beerhall! (D)
Day 2 Munich & Salzburg
The capital of Bavaria, noted for its architecture and culture, Munich is worth exploring and today we take a guided tour with our guide to admire such sites as the Marienplatz (with its famous Glockenspiel), the Church of our Lady and the old Town Hall. We leave the city to the sombre Dachau Memorial Camp, which sits on the site of the former WWII concentration camp. Crossing the border into Austria, we arrive in dazzling Salzburg. The city illuminates in the evening, where you may enjoy a meal in one of the countless restaurants or cafes to absorb the lively atmosphere. (B)
Day 3 Salzburg
Made famous by Mozart and The Sound of Music, we take an enthralling morning tour of Salzburg, renowned for its baroque architecture and attractive Alpine setting. Today we visit the spectacular Hohensalzburg Fortress, St Peter’s Church, with its Rococo decorations, the Dom church and Mozart’s Birthplace. The afternoon is at your leisure to explore the city’s spires, splendid gardens or relax in its city squares. Tonight we have dinner in one of Salzburg’s oldest restaurants. (B,D)
Day 4 Austrian Tyrol & Berchtesgaden
We take pleasure in the scenic mountainous drive, head into Germany to visit the stunning village of Berchtesgaden, known for the historic 16th century salt mines and its deep glacial lake. For those who are not afraid to go underground, take an optional mine tour. This afternoon we travel back into Austria to our traditional accommodation in the Tyrol Valley, famed for its idyllic beauty. (B)
Day 5 Innsbruck & Mt Rigi
We wind through stunning alpine roads in the Tyrol Valley and stop to admire its delightful capital, Innsbruck. Here we have ample opportunity to wander around the historic city before crossing over into the Swiss Alps. Our scenic accommodation at Mt Rigi enjoys spectacular views of the Swiss Mountains and is only accessible by cog railway or gondola. Tonight we enjoy a traditional Swiss fondue dinner. (B,D)
Day 6 Swiss Alps & Lucerne
Wake up in the fresh Swiss mountain air, and enjoy a delicious breakfast before we catch a boat into the lakeside city of Lucerne for a walking tour. We visit the famous Lion Monument, Glacier Gardens, Chapel Bridge and the Hopfkirche and wander through the scenic quarter with its half timbered buildings, which have remain unchanged for over 350 years. You may return to the hotel by boat at your leisure. Tonight, another scrumptious Swiss Alpine dinner. (B,D)
Day 7 Brienz & Interlaken
We enjoy another awe-inspiring drive through pristine Swiss mountain scenery. We stop in the tiny village of Brienz, renowned for its exquisite wood carvings as we continue to the peaceful town of Interlaken, located at the foot of the towering trio of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau Mountains. (B)
Day 8 Interlaken
Today is at your leisure to take advantage of the many activities and sightseeing opportunities in the area. You may take an optional tour to the highest railway station in Europe on the Jungfraujoch. Alternatively, James Bond fans may travel to the famous revolving restaurant on the summit of the Schilthorn. (B)
Day 9 Zurich
We soak up the mountainous scenery as we drive along Brunig Pass on our journey to Zurich. Here we enjoy a walking tour of the ‘Old Town’ of Zurich. Enjoy a stroll down the 'Bahnhofstrasse,' one of the world’s most exclusive shopping avenues towards 'Paradeplatz' one of the city’s famous squares, where we gain a glimpse of the serene Lake Zurich. We visit Zurich’s 9th century church, as well as its most impressive landmark, Grossmunster, and its Romanesque style church. Tonight we enjoy our last hearty group meal. (B,D)
Day 10 Zurich
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel. End of services. (B)
This tour is also available in reverse from Zurich to Munich on different departure dates.
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