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Alpine Magic & Cities of Central Europe
Switzerland & Central Europe in 19 Days, 17 Nights in Destination
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Explore Switzerland's stunning landscapes by rail before ticking Berlin, Prague, Vienna and Budapest off your bucket list on this unforgettable journey from the Swiss Alps to the heart of Central Europe.
Trip Highlights
- Montreux
- Interlaken
- Lucerne
- St. Moritz
- Zermatt
- Zurich
- Vienna
- Budapest
- Prague
- Berlin
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Accommodation: 17 Nights
Itinerary
Discover Switzerland by train. From cosmopolitan Zurich, explore the scenery of Lucerne and take the GoldenPass Panoramic Train from Interlaken to Montreux. Ride the Glacier Express railway to luxurious St. Moritz before heading to Germany to explore Berlin. Stroll through Prague's fairytale streets and discover Vienna's artistic legacy. Finally, get to know the Hungarian capital of Budapest.
Ready to discover the spectacular cities and landscapes of Switzerland? Arrive at your departure airport, ready to catch a flight to Zurich.* Night on board.
* If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Touch down in Zurich, famous for being the global center of finance on the north shore of the beautiful lake with the same name. Take a train from the airport to your hotel, which is walking distance from the train station. The rest of the day is free to enjoy at your leisure. Why not walk around the historic old town and enjoy a warm beverage in one of the many cafes or enjoy an international array of gastronomic offerings from restaurants across the city. Overnight stay in Zurich.
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Alexander hotel Zurich or similar
1018 Reviews
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After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and walk together to the train station to take a train to Lucerne. Sited on Lake Lucerne, it is embedded within an impressive mountainous panorama and majestic snow capped Alps. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour of this pretty Swiss city. Discover the well-preserved medieval architecture, walking in the footsteps of many artists and royal figures who lived and passed by in the 1800s. The rest of the day is at your leisure to discover this beautiful lakeside town. We recommend an Optional Mount Rigi Excursion* for an incredible view of Lucerne and the surroundings. Overnight stay in Lucerne.
*Optional Mountain Excursion to Rigi: With breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views, Mount Rigi offers a first-class mountain experience whatever the season.
Why not upgrade your trip with our package of 3 excursions, available in the next step of the booking process!
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Astoria Lucerne or similar
853 Reviews
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Activities
Walking Tour of Lucerne
Moderate
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Mountain Excursion to Rigi
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Pack of 3 Excursions - The complete experience!
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Breakfast at the hotel. Walk to the train station with your guide to board a train to Interlaken. From there take the GoldenPass Panoramic Train to Montreux. Switzerland’s four language and cultural regions are one of the country’s best-known peculiarities. The journey with the GoldenPass links German-speaking and French-speaking Switzerland, making it possible to experience the change from one culture to another as a gradual process. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walking tour of Montreux, known as the pearl of the Swiss riviera. Next, board a short train to Vevey, a quaint Swiss town on Lake Geneva, where you will check in to your hotel. The evening is at leisure to explore the town, take in the breathtaking views of the Alpine panorama, enjoy some warming local delicacies in one of the many restaurants or cafes. Overnight stay in Vevey.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Astra or similar
330 Reviews
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Activities
GoldenPass Panoramic Train
Light
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Walking Tour of Montreux
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, get to the train station walking accompany by your guide and leave Vevey behind as you will head back to Montreux by train. From the lake to the mountains and vineyards, the Montreux Riviera offers a postcard landscape. It’s an authentic little piece of paradise that has attracted many artists, writers and travelers in search of beauty, tranquility and inspiration. Continue your awe-inspiring Swiss adventure by train to Zermatt. Upon arrival, enjoy time at your leisure to discover this renowned mountain resort that lies at the foot of the Alpine Matterhorn. We recommend an optional afternoon excursion to Mount Gornergrat*. Overnight stay in Zermatt.
*Optional Mount Gornergrat Afternoon Excursion: Surrounded by no fewer than 29 peaks above 13,000 feet, such as the majestic Matterhorn and the Dufourspitze as well as the third-longest glacier of the Alps, Gornergrat will reward you with a unique opportunity to encounter and take in these unparalleled views over this snowy wonderland.
Why not upgrade your trip with our package of 3 excursions, available in the next step of the booking process!
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Derby or similar
246 Reviews
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Mount Gornergrat Afternoon Excursion
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Breakfast at the hotel. Prepare for an exciting day ahead as you set off on the famous Glacier Express*, one of the most scenic train rides in the world! Journey through the inspiring landscapes of the Alps as you travel from Zermatt to St. Moritz, an unforgettable journey of around 7.5 hours. Pass through 91 tunnels, across 291 bridges and climb as high as 2033 meters as the Glacier Express crosses the Oberalp Pass. The journey includes panoramic windows to ensure ample opportunities to kick back and take in the views! Arrive in St. Moritz and coach transfer from the station to the hotel. St. Moritz is the most luxurious alpine resort in Switzerland so be sure to get out and explore the upmarket eateries and glamorous streets. Overnight stay in St. Moritz.
*The possibility to book a 3-course meal is available in the next step of the booking process. Important: it is not guaranteed that you will be able to buy lunch directly on the train as the availability is limited. We recommend to either contract the optional meal or to take your own food for the train journey.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Laudinella or similar
856 Reviews
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Activities
Glacier Express Train
Light
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3 Course Menu - Glacier Express
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Breakfast at the hotel. Explore the wonderful St. Moritz today at your leisure. Mostly renowned for hosting the Winter Olympics twice and one of the most prominent ski resorts in Europe, St. Moritz is a luxury alpine resort town in Switzerland’s Engadin valley. Known as the ‘Top of the World’ for being almost 6,500 feet above sea level, enjoy the year-round offerings including high-end restaurants, spas and fantastic shopping. Why not head to Tirano on our optional excursion on the Bernina Express*. Overnight stay in St. Moritz.
*Optional Bernina Express Train: Bernina Express is a panoramic train from St Moritz to Tirano. Enjoy one of the most impressive scenic rail journeys Switzerland offers. Travel over circular viaducts and pass through winding tunnels before reaching Tirano in Italy which is the end of the Bernina Express rail line. You’ll have free time in Tirano to discover this Italian mountain town before heading back to St. Moritz on a regional train.
Why not upgrade your trip with our package of 3 excursions, available in the next step of the booking process!
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Laudinella or similar
856 Reviews
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Activities
Bernina Express
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Breakfast at the hotel. This morning take a coach transfer to the station to take a train to Chur. Upon arrival enjoy some free time in the Switzerland’s oldest city, discovering its fine mountain setting, twisting alleys and historic buildings. Make the most of your last day in Switzerland, why not do a spot of shopping in it numerous boutiques, check out the many restaurants and bars and get your cultural fill at museums and galleries in the largely traffic-free Old Town. Finally, continue your journey back to Zurich to enjoy a guided walking tour of the Old Town to end your Swiss adventure on a high. Overnight stay in Zurich.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Alexander hotel Zurich or similar
1018 Reviews
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Activities
Walking Tour of Zurich
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel.* Bid farewell to the charming culture and unforgettable landscapes of Switzerland. At the indicated time, take the train to the airport for a flight to Berlin. Touch down in Berlin, the stylish and historic German capital. Transfer to your hotel, get settled and, if time allows, get to know the city at your leisure. Overnight stay in Berlin.
* Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Aletto Kudamm or similar
1012 Reviews
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Tuck into a hearty German breakfast at the hotel and set off on an exciting panoramic city tour of East and West Berlin, to uncover the history and sights of the capital! Take an iconic photo at the majestic Brandenburg Gate, visit the poignant Holocaust Memorial and stroll along the leafy Unter den Linden Avenue. Discover Museum Island, the Red Town Hall, the Nikolai Quarter. Trace the turbulent history of the city at Checkpoint Charlie and see the fragmented remains of the Berlin Wall, noticing the contrasts between the different sides of the city. See the Forum of Culture and the idyllic Tiergarten Park. Potsdamer Platz shows you a modern side of the city before you spend the remainder of the day at your leisure. It's time for a well-deserved German beer after a day of sightseeing! Overnight stay in Berlin.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Aletto Kudamm or similar
1012 Reviews
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Activities
Berlin City Tour
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day exploring Berlin at your leisure. Why not visit the brilliant amazing cultural treasures at Museum Island or spend the day exploring the flower gardens of the Tiergarten. Overnight stay in Berlin.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Aletto Kudamm or similar
1012 Reviews
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Breakfast at the hotel. Self-transfer* to the train station to catch a train to the Czech capital of Prague, a journey of around 4.5 hours. Arrive in Prague, known for its fairytale old town, lively nightlife and nicknamed the 'City of a Hundred Spires'. Self-transfer to the hotel and spend the remainder of the day exploring at your leisure. Overnight stay in Prague.
* Transfers to/from train stations are not included. You will have the possibility to add private transfers from/to the stations to the hotels in the next step of the booking process.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Harmony or similar
19 Reviews
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Breakfast at the hotel. Set off on a city tour of Prague, nicknamed the 'Golden City'. See the famous Powder Tower and explore the Old Town. Reach Old Town Square home to the famous Astronomical Clock, one of the most popular sights in Prague, and the Church of Our Lady Before Tyn. Finish the tour at the iconic Charles Bridge. The remainder of the day is free at your leisure to explore the sights and sample the local cuisine at your own pace. Alternatively, enjoy an optional folklore-themed dinner* in a traditional Czech restaurant. Overnight stay in Prague.
*Optional Folklore Dinner: Enjoy dinner at a typical Czech restaurant which includes dance and live music performances, a truly unforgettable evening basking in Czech culture.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Harmony or similar
19 Reviews
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Activities
Prague City Tour
Moderate
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Czech Folklore Dinner
Light
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After breakfast at the hotel self-transfer* to the train station to catch a train to Vienna, a journey of around 5.5 hours. Travel through the beautiful landscapes of Bohemia and Moravia towards Austria and its capital, Vienna. Arrive in Vienna, an imperial city famed for its artistic legacy and for being the home town of Mozart and Beethoven. Self-transfer* to the hotel and spend the remainder of the day exploring at your leisure. We recommend heading to the historic centre to enjoy the charming atmosphere. During the summer the riverbanks come alive with lively bars and restaurants, so be sure to check this out if the weather is pleasant. Overnight stay in Vienna.
* Transfers to/from train stations are not included. You will have the possibility to add private transfers from/to the stations to the hotels in the next step of the booking process.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Austria Trend Hotel Beim ... or similar
891 Reviews
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Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the entire day at your leisure; take this time to further discover the city at your own pace. Alternatively, we recommend you take part in our optional excursion visiting Vienna and the Schönbrunn Palace*. Overnight stay in Vienna.
*Optional Tour of Vienna and the Schönbrunn Palace: Walk along the main avenue, Ringstrasse, and pass the famous Vienna Opera House and Hofburg Palace, the former winter residence of the imperial family. Visit the monumental buildings of the Museum of Art History and the Museum of Natural History, as well as the neoclassical Parliament, the Burgtheater and the City Hall. To end the tour, discover Austria's most popular attraction and World Heritage Site, Schoenbrunn Palace and its gardens (admission without queues).
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Austria Trend Hotel Beim ... or similar
891 Reviews
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Activities
Tour of Historical Vienna & Schönbrunn Palace
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Breakfast at the hotel. Catch a train this morning to travel to Budapest, the capital of Hungary, a journey of around 3 hours. After enjoying the changing landscapes of the Danube Delta arrive in Budapest and self-transfer* to the hotel. The city is famously divided in two by the River Danube Buda and Pest, each with its own distinctive atmosphere. Spend the afternoon at your leisure. Overnight stay in Budapest.
* Transfers to/from train stations are not included. You will have the possibility to add private transfers from/to the stations to the hotels in the next step of the booking process.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Baross City Hotel or similar
973 Reviews
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, set off on an enthralling guided tour of Budapest, beginning with Heroes Square, the largest and most impressive in the city and an emblem of Pest's Golden Era. Next, see the National Opera Theatre and the amazing Parliament building, a true icon of the city on the banks of the Danube. Continue the tour across the river, in the Castle District, where you can enjoy the sweeping views from Castle Hill and the amazing architecture of the Fisherman's Bastion. Cross Margaret Bridge to visit the Király Baths before ending the tour at the oldest and most photographed bridge in the city, the glorious Chain Bridge. Spend the remainder of the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in Budapest.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Baross City Hotel or similar
973 Reviews
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Activities
Budapest City Tour
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure in Budapest. Why not take in the views from Fisherman's Bastion or stroll along the riverside promenade. Spend the remainder of the day at your leisure or take part in our optional Danube River cruise*. Overnight stay in Budapest.
*Optional Danube River Cruise from Budapest: Embark on a river cruise of the Danube and enjoy architectural views of the city from a different perspective. From the Parliament, to the many bridges and even the Royal Palace Walls, complete this romantic sail across the city with a glass of champagne.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Baross City Hotel or similar
973 Reviews
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Activities
Danube River Cruise from Budapest
Light
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Breakfast at the hotel.* It's time to bring your journey through Switzerland and Central Europe to an end. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to Canada.** Arrive in Canada and end your trip.
* Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
** If your return flight departs in the evening, your arrival in Canada will be on the following day.
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Departures from main Canadian airports.
International flights: Canada - Zurich, Zurich - Berlin, Budapest - Canada.
Round trip train ticket from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB station. Rail tickets to travel between cities*.
more information17 nights accommodation in Charm & Superior category hotels.
See hotels included17 breakfasts.
Round trip coach transfer from St Moritz train station to hotel. Transfer from Berlin Airport to hotel and from Budapest hotel to the airport.*
more informationGolden Pass Panoramic Train and Glacier Express Panoramic Train
See itineraryAir taxes and fuel surcharge.
City tours in Zurich, Montreux, Lucerne, Berlin, Prague & Budapest.
English-speaking tour leader from day 3 to day 8**. English speaking local guide during city tours.
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Not included
Tax, meals, drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
*Transfers to/from train stations are not included. You will have the possibility to add them to your program in the next step of the booking process.
*Tour leader in Centraleurope (Berlin, Prague, Vienna & Budapest).
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About Central Europe (Berlin, Prague, Vienna & Budapest):
* Transfers from the Train stations to the hotels and viceversa are not included.
**Please note: this part of the itinerary is an independent tour, not a group tour. It includes accommodation, some activities and some transfers, but you will not be accompanied by a guide throughout the entire trip, nor will you be traveling in a group.
Train tickets included in the program are in 2nd Class.
About Switzerland:
Important: It is mandatory that all passengers tag their luggage with labels on their bags that clearly indicate their full name and that they are traveling with Exoticca.
Please note We cannot guarantee seats together on the train, so you may have separate seats within your group.
New entry requirement in Switzerland: All international travelers before arriving in the country must fill the following form if they do not have a certificate from an EU or EFTA country or a third country connected to the EU Gateway: https://covidcertificate-form.
*Important: Airport transfers by car/coach are not included. You will receive a train ticket from Zurich airport to Zurich HB station (central station of the city) on your platform before your trip starts. Your hotel is located 5 minutes away from the station, within walking distance.
*Transfers to/from train stations are not included, except in St. Moritz where a coach will take you to your hotel and back to the station. All the hotels in Switzerland are walking distance from the stations and you will walk to/from them with your tour leader. There will be a dedicated vehicle to transfer your luggage between hotels, so you don't have to carry it with you on the trains between cities. Maximum 1 piece of luggage per person. Please note that you will have to carry any extra luggage you bring with you yourself, on the trains as well as during any tours you do upon arrival in cities prior to your hotel check-in.
Train tickets included in the program are in 2nd Class.
**A professional English-speaking tour manager will be travelling with the group in Switzerland from day 3 to day 8. City tours of Zurich, Montreux and Lucerne will be guided by a local english speaking guide.
The Glacier Express ticket does not include meals. The possibility to book a 3-course meal is available in the next step of the booking process. Important: it is not guaranteed that you will be able to buy lunch directly on the train as the availability is limited. We recommend to either contract the optional meal or to take your own food for the train journey.
Useful information
Entry requirements
Valid passport required.
Visa
No visa is required to enter the country.
Currency
Swiss Franc.
Language
German, French and Italian.
Electricity
220 V. Adapter required.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations.
Time zone
UTC +1
Other useful information
The Swiss drive on the right-hand side of the road.
Tourist Office website
www.myswitzerland.com/
Offer conditions
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility/require the use of a wheelchair and prefer to go at your own pace, please contact our customer service team at +1 888-488-0592 or via our contact form.
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