Switzerland and Austria
From CAD $6,039 Was CAD $7,105
Guarantee
Group Tour
Easy
Rating
(10 reviews)
Experience Overview
One of our most popular trips going to Austria and Switzerland. The Alps take center stage on this journey.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 5 Dinner (D)
- 12 Breakfast (B)
Be My Guest
- Salzburg: The Wastlbauer farm is located amidst the beautiful district of the three lakes just outside Salzburg and has been run by the same family since 1786. It is now managed by Eva who runs the farm in line with the principles of permaculture and self-sufficiency. There is almost 2.000m2 vegetable production inside and outdoors - all tended by hand, there are 350 chickens, 5 sheep, 2 donkeys, 2 rabbits, 10 cats and a puppy dog on the farm. The farm produces certified organic eggs and vegetables and has regional cooperation with diary and meat farms. Guests will visit and have dinner with Eva and members of her family.
Iconic Experience
- Vienna: Walk through the first district, Inner Stadt, as your Local Specialist reveals the historic core of the city. Tour the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
- Innsbruck: Nestled amidst majestic mountains, Innsbruck is a beautiful city offering a unique combination of nature, history, and culture. Stroll the streets of the picturesque Old Town and learn about its history with your Travel Director.
- Innsbruck: Visit the magical Swarovski Crystal Worlds. This attraction features installations by international artists, designers and architects who have interpreted the crystals in their own ways.
- Chillon Castle: View the beautiful fortress of Chillon Castle, set on a rocky islet on Lake Geneva and widely regarded as one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Europe.
- Lucerne: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the Lion Monument, Old Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Zürich: Join Diana and her team of socially engaged local guides, for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience. Uncover the old town of Zürich during a fun and educational walking tour with the wonderful organization who are raising awareness on social issues such as food insecurity and supporting local change makers and the community.This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 10 & 12: Reduced Inequalities & Responsible Consumption and Production.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Vienna and Salzburg
- Discover Innsbruck, Stresa, Zermatt, Lucerne and Zürich
- Visit Swarovski Crystal World
- View the Golden Roof and Hofburg Palace in Innsbruck, the Matterhorn and Jungfrau mountains (weather permitting), Chillon Castle, the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne
Stays With Stories
- Zermatt: Enjoy panoramic views of the unique mountain landscape of the Alps at the Hotel Ambassador in Zermatt. The view of the majestic Matterhorn peak accompanies you into a world of comfort: luxurious beds, state-of-the-art facilities and personalized service.
Trip Details
Product Code: 20060
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, 55+
Tour Operator:
Trafalgar (CA)
Supplier Code: 176.883A
Starts: Vienna, Austria
Finishes: Zurich, Switzerland
Duration: 13 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $6,039 ($465 /day)
Itinerary
Waltz your way through Vienna, the 'City of Music' — a fitting introduction to an unforgettable journey through some of Europe's most enchanting landscapes. This evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner.
Accommodation: Premier Inn Wien City Hauptbanhof
Meals: Dinner
Admire the grand boulevards and beautiful Baroque façades on a guided sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist, who will take you to see the State Opera, Hofburg, St. Stephen's Cathedral and Parliament. Immerse yourself in the centuries-old history, before spending free time soaking up the Kaffee culture of the city. This evening, you may wish to embrace the talents of Vienna and attend a Viennese concert in one of the city's magnificent performance venues.
Accommodation: Premier Inn Wien City Hauptbanhof
Meals: Breakfast
The enchanting landscapes of the Vienna Woods and Lower Austria provide a picturesque backdrop for your drive to Salzburg. See the impressive Benedictine Melk Abbey and learn about its royal connections. Arriving in Salzburg, embark on an enchanting walking tour of its Old Town with a Local Specialist. Later, travel to the Wastlbauer farm, just outside Salzburg, where you will Connect With Locals. You will be met by Eva Filmoser who are your hosts for an exclusive Be My Guest experience and family dinner.
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Salzburg City
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, you'll drive into the mountains of Tyrol with a stop at the magical Swarovski Crystal World on your way to Innsbruck. Here you'll have an opportunity to admire Emperor Maximilian I's Golden Roof, St. James Cathedral and see the Olympic ski jump.
Accommodation: Grauer Bär
Meals: Breakfast
Spend your free time exploring Innsbruck's iconic sites and delving into Tyrol's complex history and culture, or simply relax and admire this dazzling city with its magnificent Alpine backdrop.
Accommodation: Grauer Bär
Meals: Breakfast
This morning, cross the Swiss border and travel through the enchanting landscapes of the Engadine Valley. Arriving in the chic winter sports resort of St. Moritz, you'll have the afternoon on our own to explore the scenic landscape or perhaps take the Bernina line train.
Accommodation: Reine Victoria
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Drive via the Maloja Pass, past Lake Como, to Lake Maggiore. Explore the lakeside town of Stresa, before perhaps joining an Optional Experience to discover the Borromean Islands? Then, head towards the Simplon Pass en-route to Zermatt, where you'll dine at your Stays with Stories hotel.
Accommodation: Ambassador
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Spend a full free day soaking up Zermatt's crisp mountain air and panoramic vistas. Relax in beautiful surroundings or consider an Optional Experience to the Klein Matterhorn for the most spectacular mountain views.
Accommodation: Ambassador
Meals: Breakfast
Continue your journey through the Rhône Valley, arriving on the tranquil shores of Lake Geneva with a photo stop at Chillon Castle. Then, following the lake shore, continue to Montreux, set against the pristine backdrop of snow-covered peaks and vineyards.
Accommodation: Mona Montreux
Meals: Breakfast
Travel via Bern to Interlaken, set in the heart of Switzerland in the shadow of the mighty Jungfrau. Then, cross the Brünig Pass to lakeside Lucerne, where you’ll view the ancient wooden Chapel Bridge suspended over the Reuss and visit the poignant Lion Monument to pay tribute to the brave Swiss Guards who lost their lives defending Louis XVI during the French Revolution.
Accommodation: Grand Europe
Meals: Breakfast
Snow-capped peaks surround you as you wander through the medieval streets of Lucerne, lined with colorful muralled façades. Spend a full day on your own exploring the Old Town, enjoy a leisurely Swiss lunch or consider an Optional Experience ascending a nearby mountain for panoramic views.
Accommodation: Grand Europe
Meals: Breakfast
You'll continue to Zürich to discover its historic center including the Munster Bridge, Paradeplatz, Lindenhof Square and other enchanting locations. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience for a social-impact guided walking tour of the old town Zurich. This evening, toast to your epic journey over dinner with your fellow travelers.
Accommodation: Mövenpick Airport
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before checking out. Transfers are available from your hotel to Zurich Airport every 20 minutes between 4:00 am and noon and from 4:00 pm to 11:30 pm.
Meals: Breakfast
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Tour Operator
Trafalgar (CA)
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Reviews
Henrelie Gindap - Traveled, October 2024
Switzerland and Austria 2024 Tour. Trafalgar Tour Company was really Fabulous and really valued for money and the company really makes everyone travels matter. The itinerary for Switzerland and Austria was fantastic and really Valued for money….. I only wish that we could spent two or more day in each highlighted cities or locations the itinerary we had…. But definitely I recommend it to anyone who wanted to travel Switzerland and Austria…. And even better of your future Tour Director is *Personal information removed by Feefo*….. she was so fabulous and indeed made everyone travel matters.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/27/2024
John Skomorucha - Traveled, June 2024
Fun amongst the Alps. After 4 excursions with Trafalger, it is still well organized. We liked the fact that we rarely handled our luggage. It was very nice. There were some "hiccups" along the way but *Personal information removed by Feefo* the tour guide handled it well. (she even remembered my birthday!) I will say that there was only air conditioning in one hotel and that was in the nicest hotel (*Personal information removed by Feefo*) when we stayed in Montreux. (View from balcony photo attached) I have to mention *Personal information removed by Feefo*, our coach driver, handled his vehicle perfectly even when going down the winding mountain roads. There was plenty of coach riding. Again, *Personal information removed by Feefo* was well organized by handling the tickets and entry to all the attractions.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/22/2024
Barbara Denisi - Traveled, July 2024
Our trip was superb. Our bus was beautiful and we traded seats every day so everyone got to see from every perspective. Our tour guide, *Personal details removed by Feefo* was marvelous. She shared lots of interesting information, had memory contests, with prizes (chocolate), and had a wonderful sense of humor. She made every day fun. Our hotels were beautiful with really delicious breakfast buffets. There was a nice balance of activities and free time. Our fellow tourists were compatible and good sports. We would travel Trafalgar again.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/23/2024
Lou Ann Gray - Traveled, May 2024
Wonderful tour thanks to our Guide , *Personal information removed by Feefo. Service was excellent thanks to *Personal information removed by Feefo* organizational skills and dedication to her job. Our tour guide, *Personal information removed by Feefo* was fabulous!!!! Very personable , and professional she took a personal interest in every guest! She explained the itinerary in total and made arrangements for additional events when possible. It was fast paced but great!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/15/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, July 2024
The tour director, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, added great detail and background to the trip. His personality and service made the trip very enjoyable.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/10/2024
Judith Emerson - Traveled, March 2024
It’s the only way to go. Excellent hotels great food. Best ever tour guide *Personal information removed by Feefo* and best competent driver *Personal information removed by Feefo* would recommend to all and sundry.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/20/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2024
The snow holiday with an 11 out of 10. Nothing to worry about. Fantastic trip with the excellent *Personal information removed by Feefo* as tour director. There was not a thing *Personal information removed by Feefo* did not know and his attention to detail was amazing. His first concern was always the safety and welfare of each member of the tour group. *Personal information removed by Feefo* made the tour a lasting happy and enjoyable memory.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/27/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, March 2024
Trafalgar team was outstanding. Trafalgar was wonderful. *Personal information removed by Feefo* and *Personal information removed by Feefo* were wonderful. *Personal information removed by Feefo* used WhatsApp to keep us informed about each day and expectations. *Personal information removed by Feefo* shared so much interesting history and information prior to arrival at the sights. *Personal information removed by Feefo* was always helpful, cared for our luggage and maneuvered the coach in tight areas. Wonderful team. *Personal information removed by Feefo*, the travel director, and *Personal information removed by Feefo*, the driver, were wonderful. *Personal information removed by Feefo* sent a pdf everyday outlining the day’s itinerary and the next, including times, weather, expectations, etc. using WhatsApp. Everywhere we went they were expecting us and well prepared. We saw sights we would not have seen had we traveled on our own. We did not need to worry about anything except when to be on the coach. I would highly recommend Trafalgar.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/06/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, August 2024
Itinerary is excellent!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/24/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, May 2024
Very tight seating with not enough leg room. Not every seat had phone chargers. Whatever seat that had most of them were not working. Not worth the money. Some hotels were not up to the standard.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/21/2024
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