Swiss Capitals

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 typically at 14:00 p.m. If you need early room access, consider booking an additional night at the start of your trip.
If you have booked additional nights, your room will be prepared upon arrival, but your trip guide will generally only contact you when the scheduled activities begin. At reception, you’ll find a sign with contact details and assistance hours for our staff. Until the tour begins, your schedule is free, and the hotel staff can assist with any inquiries.
Optional activities: During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. We recommend booking these activities well in advance through the Europamundo app or your "My Trip" link to ensure availability. Last-minute bookings may result in limited availability (e.g., tickets, coach seats).
Note: The timings in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust schedules as needed to make sure you have the best experience.

Total distance covered: 304 km.
Scenery: Beautiful landscapes throughout the day; meadows, hills, picturesque villages and great views over Lake Geneva.
Note: We recommend wearing warm clothes to enjoy the boat ride on the deck.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Zurich. We’ll travel through beautiful landscapes.
09:45 a.m. - Bern. The capital of the country and one of the most beautiful historic cities in Switzerland. We’ll go to the Rose Garden viewpoint to admire the beautiful landscape of the city. Free time to explore and have lunch.
01:00 p.m. – Departure from Bern. We’ll head towards the French-speaking region of Switzerland.
01:45 p.m. - Fribourg. A historic bilingual city with an interesting and historic town center.
02:45 p.m. – Departure from Fribourg.
04:15 p.m. – Nyon. Arrival in this small Roman city on the shore of the lake. After some time to walk around, we’ll travel to France by boat on Lake Geneva (commonly known in France as lac Léman) at approximately 04:40 p.m. The journey will last about 20 minutes. This boat ride offers a delightful opportunity to enjoy the lake (in some cases, we may take the reverse service, Yvoire-Nyon).
05:00 p.m. – Yvoire. Arrival in this beautiful medieval village with fortified gates, a castle, flowery streets, and beautiful views over the lake.
06:30 p.m. – Departure from Yvoire.
07:30 p.m. – Geneva.
Note: Accommodation will usually be in the French outskirts of the town.

Total distance covered: 202 km.
Scenery: Very beautiful scenery on Lake Geneva. Great lakes, with tall snowcapped mountains in the distance. In the afternoon, we’ll travel through the mountains alongside beautiful villages with wooden houses.
After breakfast, we’ll include a panoramic tour of Geneva with our guide or a local guide; this city at the south-western end of Lake Geneva is home to the European headquarters of the United Nations, the International Labour Organization, the Red Cross, and numerous other headquarters of international entities. We’ll visit the Palais des Nations (headquarters of the United Nations in Europe), the beautiful English Garden with its flower clock, admire the Jet d’Eau, the tallest fountain in Europe, and will have a chance to stroll around the old city and have lunch.
12:45 p.m. – Departure from Geneva. Our route will follow Lake Geneva amidst magnificent vineyard scenery (a UNESCO World Heritage site).
02:15 p.m. - Chillon Castle. Arrival at this fantastic medieval castle built on the waters of Geneva Lake. Tickets included.
03:15 p.m. – Departure from Chillon Castle. On our route, we’ll pass by the cosmopolitan city of Montreux.
04:00 p.m. - Gruyeres, a very picturesque walled tourist village famous for its cheese production, near which there are some of the main Swiss chocolate factories (NESTLÉ among others). We’ll visit the Cailler factory, with a tasting included!
05:45 p.m. – Departure from Gruyeres. Magnificent mountain views. We’ll cross areas with scenic villages and wooden architecture.
06:45 p.m. – Arrival in Leysin, a beautiful holiday village known for its winter sports resort and hiking opportunities. Dinner will be included.
Note: At times, accommodation may be arranged in another Swiss town nestled in the heart of the Alps, often Martigny.

Total distance covered: 340 km.
Scenery: This section of our route through the Alps offers the most breathtaking views, featuring towering peaks that remain snow-covered year-round and beautiful alpine lakes.
Suggestion: Bring warm clothes and comfortable shoes; we’ll ascend to the high mountains where you can walk along the suspension bridge! It is also advisable to bring a raincoat. If the day is sunny, remember to use sunscreen.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Leysin. High mountain landscapes of great beauty will surround us, and you’ll be able to see ice and snow throughout most of the year.
09:00 a.m. – We’ll take the cable car up to the Glacier 3000 mountain station, one of the most spectacular points in Switzerland. From its terraces, you’ll be able to admire the alpine landscapes. You’ll be able to walk on the suspension bridge between two mountain peaks, enter the Ice Cathedral, or enjoy the Fun Park.
11:30 a.m. – Departure to Interlaken through beautiful mountain and lake scenery.
01:15 p.m. – Interlaken. A small town situated between two lakes and dominated by impressive mountain scenery. Time for lunch.
03:00 p.m. – Departure from Interlaken.
03:45 p.m. – Aare Gorge. We’ll include admission to this impressive gorge and walk along its path.
04:45 p.m. – Departure from the Aare Gorge. We’ll take the Susten Pass, one of the most beautiful roads in Switzerland between glaciers that will lead us to the Italian-speaking region.
07:45 p.m. – Accommodation in Chiasso, a Swiss city on the Italian border.
Notes:
-Occasionally, due to weather conditions such as rain or strong winds, the cable car to Glacier 3000 may not operate. The ascent is not authorized for children under 2 years old.
-The Susten Pass Road is typically closed from mid-October until the end of May. In such cases, the journey will follow alternative routes.
-Due to the lack of hotel availability in Chiasso, accommodation may sometimes be provided in the Como area.

Total distance covered: 270 km.

Scenery: Beautiful lakes, valleys, and alpine mountains. We’ll cross the Gotthard Road Tunnel, which is 16,918 meters long.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Chiasso.
08:45 a.m. - Lugano. Arrival in the capital of Italian Switzerland. We’ll have free time to stroll along the elegant avenues and enjoy the views on the shores of Lake Lugano.
10:00 a.m. - Departure from Lugano. We’ll journey to the heart of Switzerland, passing through the Gotthard Road Tunnel.
12:00 p.m. – Bürglen. We’ll visit the tiny village where William Tell was born and see the 16th-century chapel with paintings illustrating his life. If you wish, you can also visit the William Tell Museum.
12:45 p.m. - Departure from Bürglen.
01:00 p.m. - Altdorf. We’ll arrive at the place where the legendary story of William Tell was born. Free time for lunch and a stroll.
02:45 p.m. - Departure from Altdorf towards Lucerne.
03:45 p.m. - Lucerne. Arrival in one of the most beautiful Swiss capitals. We’ll have time to visit the Kapellbrücke, the Town Hall Square with its watchtower, and walk through the shopping area or along the lake shore.
06:30 p.m. - Departure from Lucerne.
07:30 p.m. - Zurich.

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.