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Crisscross the Italian boot from the turquoise waters of the Amalfi Coast to the rolling hills, medieval villages and boutique wineries of Tuscany to the cultural capitals of Rome, Florence and Venice. Enjoy the personalized attention of private local guides, soaking up authentic, insider experiences at every stop.
Meeting point at Roma Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)
11 nights accommodations with daily breakfast
VIP Fast-Track service at Rome Airport (FCO) including arrival concierge, fast-track service through customs, and luggage assistance
Private pickup at Rome (FCO) airport and drop-off at accommodations in Rome via luxury car service
Choice between one of three Ancient Rome private guided tours including admissions and reserved entry tickets where applicable
Business class train from Rome to Naples
Private car service Amalfi Coast to Naples, with stop en route at Pompeii for 2-hr private guided tour, admission, stop for lunch at winery at foothills of Vesuvius
Choice between full-day private Amalfi Coast driving tour with private driver for up to 8 hours or hands-on cooking class with roundtrip private car service
Private transfer from accommodations in the Amalfi Coast to Naples train station via luxury car service
Business class train from Naples to Florence
Choice between half-day private guided city tour of renaissance Florence including optional tickets & reserved entry tickets to David at the Accademia or culinary walking tour including private guide for 3 hours and tastings
Choice between full day countryside tour through Tuscany including private driver for 8 hours, visit to 1-2 towns, wine tasting, tour and lunch or hands-on cooking class
Business class train from Florence to Venice
Private pickup at Venice train station and drop off at accommodations via boat service
Half-day private walking and canal tour of Venice for 3 hours (2 hour walking tour, 1 hour canal tour by private gondola)
Private pickup at accommodations in Venice and drop-off at Venice (VCE) airport via boat + car service
Italian Routes dedicated planning services and on-the-ground support while traveling
We’ll meet at 4 p.m. at our hotel in Luzern (Lucerne) for a “Welcome to Switzerland” meeting. Then we’ll take a meandering evening walk through Switzerland’s most charming lakeside town, and get acquainted with one another over dinner together. Sleep in Luzern (2 nights). No bus. Walking: light.
Enjoy an orientation walk of Zurich’s OLD TOWN, Switzerland’s center of banking and commerce. Then, leave Zurich and start your Swiss adventure. You’ll quickly discover that Switzerland isn’t just home to the Alps, but also to some of the most beautiful lakes. First, stop at the foot of the Jura Mountains in the picturesque town of Biel, known as Bienne by French-speaking Swiss, famous for watch-making, and explore the historical center. Next, enjoy a scenic drive to lakeside Neuchâtel, dominated by the medieval cathedral and castle. Time to stroll along the lake promenade before continuing to stunning Geneva, the second-largest city in Switzerland, with its fantastic lakeside location and breathtaking panoramas of the Alps.
Our morning drive takes us from Swiss lakes to Swiss Army. At the once-secret Swiss army bunker at Fortress Fürigen, we’ll see part of the massive defense system designed to keep Switzerland strong and neutral. Afterward, a short drive into the countryside brings us to the charming Alpine village of Engelberg, our picturesque home for the next two days. We’ll settle into our lodge then head out for an orientation walk. Our stroll through the village will end at the Engelberg Abbey, a Benedictine monastery with its own cheese-making operation. You’ll have free time to wander back before dinner together. Sleep in Engelberg (2 nights). Bus: 1 hr. Walking: light.
An unforgettable trip to the high Alpine wonderland of ice and snow is the true highlight of a visit to Switzerland. Globus Local Favorite At an amazing 11,332 feet, the JUNGFRAUJOCH is Europe’s highest railway station. Jungfrau’s 13,642-foot summit was first ascended in 1811 and in 1912 the rack railway was opened. There are lots of things to do here: enjoy the ALPINE SENSATION, THE PANORAMA 360° EXPERIENCE, and the ICE PALACE. Also receive your JUNGFRAU PASSPORT as a souvenir to take home with you. The round trip to the “Top of Europe” by MOUNTAIN TRAIN will take most of the day.
It’s market day in Lausanne! Enjoy browsing and packing a picnic lunch for our 11 a.m. boat cruise on Lake Geneva. A few miles down-shore we’ll dock at Château de Chillon, where we’ll have a guided tour of this delightfully medieval castle on the water. On our way back we’ll take time to peek into the vineyards surrounding Lutry before returning to Lausanne. Boat: 2 hrs. Bus: 1 hr. Walking: moderate.
