Day 1:
Arrive in Zurich, Switzerland. Check into your Zurich hotel, then, the rest of the day is free to explore this exciting city. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.

Day 2:
Zurich–St. Gallen. Travel to St. Gallen, where guided sightseeing shows off the city’s main highlights and visits the baroque Convent of Saint Gall with its magnificent cathedral and rich medieval library, the oldest library in Switzerland. (B)

Day 3:
St. Gallen–Tectonic Arena Sardona–St. Moritz. Pass through scenic “Heidiland” today and discover the Swiss Tectonic Arena Sardona, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and dramatic demonstration of mountain building through continental collision. Included boat trip on scenic Walensee. (B)

Day 4:
St. Moritz. Excursion to Swiss National Park & Müstair. Today, an excursion into Swiss National Park reveals picture-perfect landscapes and pristine beauty. Then, on to the quaint border village of Müstair. Here, join an included guided tour of the Cloister of St. John, an ancient Benedictine monastery known for its exceptional collection of Carolingian art. (B)

Day 5:
St. Moritz–Bernina Express Train to Tirano, Italy–Bellinzona, Switzerland. All aboard the Bernina Express train to travel along the UNESCO World Heritage Via Albula/Bernina route through scenic alpine terrain from St. Moritz to Tirano. Then, continue by motorcoach to lovely Bellinzona, skirting the shores of stunning Lake Como. (B)

Day 6:
Bellinzona. Excursion to Lugano & Monte San Giorgio. In Bellinzona, join the included sightseeing tour of the town center and Castelgrande, and peek behind its historic walls to discover the reason for these mighty fortifications. The town once represented the most important defensive line between the strategic Gotthard Pass and Lombardy. Take a stroll in lakeside Lugano, then, an included excursion to explore fascinating Monte San Giorgio, site of fine fossil records of marine life from the mid-Triassic period. Visit the Fossil Museum and enjoy time at leisure. (B)

Day 7:
Bellinzona–Lucerne–Berne. Across the Gotthard massif and along the 4 Cantons Lake. Stop in Lucerne for a visit including the wooden covered bridge. Continue to Berne. (B)

Day 8:
Berne. Excursion to La Chaux-de-Fonds/Le Locle. This morning, discover the rich history of Berne, the Swiss capital, as you stroll with a Local Guide through medieval alleys and along the Old City’s characteristic covered arcades. This afternoon, travel to La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle for insight into what life was like here in the 19th century when the area blossomed as a center for watch-making. Return to Berne. (B)

Day 9:
Berne–Gruyére. Excursion to Lavaux. Drive south today and visit the medieval hilltop castle of Gruyére. Continue toward Lake Leman, then relax and watch the world of the Lavaux glide by on a pleasure ride through the vineyards. Marvel at the views of the terraced vineyards, lake, and mountains beyond. Then, stop at one of the best-known wine cellars for a wine-tasting session. (B)

Day 10:
Berne. Excursion to Jungfrau. The Jungfrau/Aletsch region of the Swiss Alps offers spectacular landscapes and a wide range of habitats—from Mediterranean-style steppe to bare rock-top mountains, all in harmonious balance with the surrounding cultural landscape. See it all on the included ride on the Jungfraubahn to the “Top of Europe.” (B)

Day 11:
Berne–Entlebuch Biosphere Reserve–Zurich. No region in the heart of Switzerland can match the Canton of Lucerne for natural treasures. No surprise, then, that UNESCO considers it a model region for sustainable development. This mystical world promises tranquility, inspiration, and relaxation. Pristine moorland, idyllic alpine meadows, and the majestic Schrattenfluh with its extraordinary rock formations promise memorable views and unforgettable experiences. Enjoy an included cable-car ride from Sörenberg to Rothorn, highest peak in the Canton of Lucerne, then return to Zurich. (B)

Day 12:
Zurich. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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6/30/2012 - 7/12/2012	$2,639
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Dates and prices do not include international air travel. When planning your trip, allow one extra day before tour date for travel between the USA and Europe.Prices based on double room occupancy.Single room supplement: $660No triple room reduction.

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