Magical Switzerland Summer 2012 - Flights Inclusive

MILAN

Welcome to Milan, the second largest city in Italy and also its business, design, fashion and music capital. It is also rich in art, history and culture. Upon arrival, enjoy some free time to unwind from your flight relaxing at the hotel followed by a comfortable overnight stay.

Meals: Dinner

SWITZERLAND - SWISS MINIATURE AND LUGANO

After enjoying breakfast, proceed to Switzerland, a landlocked country in the cultural and geographical centre of Europe. Renowned for its snow-capped Alps, lush green meadows and fresh water lakes, the prosperous country of Switzerland is blessed with a distinct character and dynamism. Today we visit the Swiss Miniature - an open-air miniature park located in Melide, on the shores of Lake Lugano. In an area of 14,000m2, visitors can admire more than 120 models at a scale of 1:25 which represent the most important buildings, monuments and transportation means in Switzerland. A 3,560m long model railway with 18 trains runs through the park. It is fascinating to watch the variety of trains that run along the tracks, cross bridges and stop by at stations. Boats are also in motion on the lakes, cable cars and funiculars go up and down the mountains and cars move along the highway. For garden lovers, the whole park is beautifully decorated with a selection of 1,500 different plants and over 15,000 flowers. We also have time free to soak in the relaxed atmosphere of the colorful city of Lugano, famously called the Monte Carlo of Switzerland. Nestled along the banks of Lake Lugano, this scenic city is the heart of the Italian speaking region of the country. Besides being the commercial hub of the south, Lugano is also home to some famous historic monuments and museums. Later proceed to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner

SWITZERLAND - MT. TITLIS WITH ICE FLYER AND SNOW PARK AND LUCERNE

After a scrumptious breakfast, begin the adventurous journey to Mt. Titlis. On a hair-raising and unforgettable 45 minutes long ride to the top, switching three different cable cars, the ride is nothing short of awe-inspiring as you will witness the scenery change from green meadows and scenic lakes to snow clad mountains. The last leg of the ride is on the famous Rotair, which is the world's first revolving cable car that offers beautiful panoramic views of the surrounding glaciers, mountains and scenery. Once atop Mt. Titlis, what awaits visitors is breathtaking views of the Alps from either the sun terrace or from the famous south face window of the mountain. However, there is more. Also enjoy a thrilling ride on the famous Ice Flyer and visit the Snow Park where you can enjoy thrilling rides on the snow (weather permitting). After the great Mt. Titlis experience, proceed to Lucerne by train, a beautiful city located at the northern tip of Lake Lucerne, where you will see the Lion Monument called Lowendenkmal built in memory of the Royal Swiss Guards. Thereafter, stroll along the banks of Lake Lucerne to experience attractions like the Kapellbrucke - The Chapel Bridge and the Spreuerbrucke, the two traditional wooden bridges of Lucerne. Spend some free time shopping at the famous 'Bucherer' for Swiss watches, jewelry and souvenirs and enjoy a comfortable overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner

GOLDEN PASS LINE, INTERLAKEN AND JUNGFRAUJOCH

After breakfast today, we board the Golden Pass Line which is one of the most picturesque trains in Switzerland. We visit Interlaken, a world famous Swiss town located in the Bernese Oberland Mountains, between the lakes of Thun and Brienz. Later we explore Jungfraujoch, often referred to as the Top of Europe. Jungfraujoch makes for a memorable encounter with snow and ice, and has all it takes to become the high point of any tour of Europe. Tourists are often amazed at the scenic splendour they witness from The Cog-Wheel Train, which climbs up to a height of 11333 feet to reach Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in the world, The Cog-Wheel train is one of the best, most incredible train journeys in the world. The views of Switzerland from atop the mountain are breathtaking. Finally, return to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner

BERNE AND GENEVA

After a hearty breakfast, proceed by train to Berne, the capital of Switzerland. Upon arrival embark on a city tour of Berne which still retains its old world charm in the Clock tower, the Bear Pit, the Parliament Buildings and Gothic Fountains. Later, we proceed by train to Geneva and begin our city tour with a stop at the English Gardens Jardin Des Anglais for a stroll past the lakefront. Witness the famous Jet D Eau, which is a 476 feet high jet of water on the lake. Thereafter, we see the Brunswick Monument, Palais De Nations, the European Headquarters of the UNO, Red Cross Museum, National Monument, Floral Clock, Ariana Museum and the World Trade Organization, followed by a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner

LAUSANNE AND MONTREUX

After breakfast today, we proceed by train to Lausanne, a city built on three hills. It offers a multitude of museums, monuments and buildings which you can discover. View the port of Ouchy, with its many parks and lakeshore promenades, as well as passing by the city centre full of shops, department stores, restaurants and small bistros up to the cathedral, surrounded by the Cite which testifies the rich past of this wonderful city. Later, we visit the beautiful town of Montreux Pearl of the Swiss Riviera. With the Spectacular Alps in the background, it is located in a setting of great natural beauty. Be enchanted by the picturesque narrow lanes and its wonderful waterfront. Later enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner

ONTO MILAN AND DEPART

After breakfast proceed to Milan, the second largest city in Italy and also its business, design, fashion and music capital. It is also rich in art, history and culture. We begin our orientation tour of the city of Milan with the breathtaking Duomo and its magnificent square. Milan's cathedral took almost 430 years to complete, from its 1386 inception to the finishing touches to the facade in 1813 under Napoleon, but the builders stuck tenaciously to the Gothic style. It is the third largest church in the world with more than 3,500 exterior statues and supported by 52 massive columns inside. Dozens of stained-glass windows create splashes of colored light in the otherwise gloomy interior. Perched at the top of the central spire of the Duomo, 108 m (354 ft) above ground level, the gilded copper Little Madonna has governed over Milan since 1774. For centuries, she reigned as the highest point in the city until the Pirelli Tower stole her title. We also see the Scala Museum and Theatre, proceeding to Galleria Vittorio Emanuele which is a double arcade in the center of Milan, Italy. The structure is formed by two glass vaulted arcades intersecting in an octagon covering the street connecting Piazza del Duomo to Piazza della Scala. The Galleria is named after Vittorio Emanuele II, the first king of united Italy. It was originally designed in 1861 and built by Giuseppe Mengoni between 1865 and 1877. The Galleria connects two of the most famous landmarks of Milan, The Duomo and the Teatro Alla Scala. Later, we bid adieu to Europe as we receive a transfer to the airport in time to board your flight back home. With an enriching experience of a lifetime, we leave with new friends and happy memories of one of the most beautiful continents on earth.

Meals: Breakfast

AMERON HOTEL FLORA

City: Lucerne

The modern furnished rooms of Ameron Flora feature air conditioning, mini-bars and satellite TV. Ameron Flora's French-style brasserie is dominated by warm reds and ivory and serves a rich buffet breakfast from 06:00. The breakfast includes 16 different sorts of jam, freshly baked croissants, smoked fish and egg meals with fried bacon. Italian coffee specialities complete the offer. The alternating menus at Brasserie Flora include an assortment of hors d'oeuvres, a freshly baked bread and a selection of innovative Italian and French dishes.

The Ameron Hotel Flora enjoys a prime location 150 metres from the Chapel Bridge and 300 metres from the train station and Lake Lucerne. It offers stylish rooms with panoramic mountains views. You can park your car on site and reach the historic Old Town or the KKL Culture and Congress Centre within a 5-minute walk.

Hotel Facilities

Restaurant | Bar | 24-Hour Front Desk | Newspapers | Terrace | Non-Smoking Rooms | Elevator | Safety Deposit Box | Soundproofed Rooms | Luggage Storage | Shops in Hotel | Allergy-Free Room Available | Air Conditioning | Restaurant (à la carte) | Restaurant (buffet) | Room Service | Meeting/Banquet Facilities | Business Centre | Laundry | Dry Cleaning | Breakfast in the Room | Ironing Service | Currency Exchange | Bicycle Rental | Shoe Shine | Car Hire | Tour Desk | Fax/Photocopying | Ticket Service | Concierge Service | Nightclub / DJ

Room Amenities
Rooms: Superior Double, Deluxe Double, Superior Single, Executive Twin

Air Conditioning | Desk | Heating | Shower | Hairdryer | Free toiletries | Toilet | Bathroom | Bath or Shower | Pay TV | TV | Telephone | Radio | Satellite TV | Mini bar | Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock

Dining
1 Restaurant | 1 Bar

Brasserie Flora: Italian fine dining restaurant

BB - Bar & Boulevard: Terrace bar that serves delicious french fare

Le Chalet: The place to enjoy regional food with a natural ambience

Internet: Free Wi-Fi Internet | Parking: At CHF 21 per day

IDEA MILAN BICOCCA

City: Milan

Idea Hotel Milano Bicocca is set in a quiet area a 10-minute bus ride from Garibaldi Train Station. It offers modern stylish rooms, and a free morning shuttle to Sondrio Metro Station. The rooms at Idea Hotel Bicocca are air-conditioned, and feature a TV with Mediaset Premium channels. Breakfast is a generous buffet including sweet and savory food.

This Idea Hotel is near Milan's Bicocca area and is well connected to the city centre. The Naviglio Martesana canal and the Arcimboldi Theatre are also within easy reach.

Hotel Facilities

Bar | 24-Hour Front Desk | Newspapers | Non-Smoking Rooms | Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests | Family Rooms | Elevator | Safety Deposit Box | Soundproofed Rooms | Heating | Luggage Storage | Business Centre | Laundry | Dry Cleaning | Fax/Photocopying | Shuttle Service (free)

Room Amenities
Rooms: Double Room | Triple Room | Quadruple Room | Twin Room

Air Conditioning | Work Desk | Heating, Shower | Hairdryer | Bathroom Amenities | Toilet | Bathroom | Pay TV | Telephone | Radio | Satellite TV

Dining

The hotel offers buffet breakfasts and has a bar.

Internet: Wired (and Wi-Fi) Internet Access (chargeable) | Parking: Available at EUR 10 per day

AMERON HOTEL FLORA

City: Lucerne

The modern furnished rooms of Ameron Flora feature air conditioning, mini-bars and satellite TV. Ameron Flora's French-style brasserie is dominated by warm reds and ivory and serves a rich buffet breakfast from 06:00. The breakfast includes 16 different sorts of jam, freshly baked croissants, smoked fish and egg meals with fried bacon. Italian coffee specialities complete the offer. The alternating menus at Brasserie Flora include an assortment of hors d'oeuvres, a freshly baked bread and a selection of innovative Italian and French dishes.

The Ameron Hotel Flora enjoys a prime location 150 metres from the Chapel Bridge and 300 metres from the train station and Lake Lucerne. It offers stylish rooms with panoramic mountains views. You can park your car on site and reach the historic Old Town or the KKL Culture and Congress Centre within a 5-minute walk.

Hotel Facilities

Restaurant | Bar | 24-Hour Front Desk | Newspapers | Terrace | Non-Smoking Rooms | Elevator | Safety Deposit Box | Soundproofed Rooms | Luggage Storage | Shops in Hotel | Allergy-Free Room Available | Air Conditioning | Restaurant (à la carte) | Restaurant (buffet) | Room Service | Meeting/Banquet Facilities | Business Centre | Laundry | Dry Cleaning | Breakfast in the Room | Ironing Service | Currency Exchange | Bicycle Rental | Shoe Shine | Car Hire | Tour Desk | Fax/Photocopying | Ticket Service | Concierge Service | Nightclub / DJ

Room Amenities
Rooms: Superior Double, Deluxe Double, Superior Single, Executive Twin

Air Conditioning | Desk | Heating | Shower | Hairdryer | Free toiletries | Toilet | Bathroom | Bath or Shower | Pay TV | TV | Telephone | Radio | Satellite TV | Mini bar | Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock

Dining
1 Restaurant | 1 Bar

Brasserie Flora: Italian fine dining restaurant

BB - Bar & Boulevard: Terrace bar that serves delicious french fare

Le Chalet: The place to enjoy regional food with a natural ambience

Internet: Free Wi-Fi Internet | Parking: At CHF 21 per day

IDEA MILAN BICOCCA

City: Milan

Idea Hotel Milano Bicocca is set in a quiet area a 10-minute bus ride from Garibaldi Train Station. It offers modern stylish rooms, and a free morning shuttle to Sondrio Metro Station. The rooms at Idea Hotel Bicocca are air-conditioned, and feature a TV with Mediaset Premium channels. Breakfast is a generous buffet including sweet and savory food.

This Idea Hotel is near Milan's Bicocca area and is well connected to the city centre. The Naviglio Martesana canal and the Arcimboldi Theatre are also within easy reach.

Hotel Facilities

Bar | 24-Hour Front Desk | Newspapers | Non-Smoking Rooms | Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests | Family Rooms | Elevator | Safety Deposit Box | Soundproofed Rooms | Heating | Luggage Storage | Business Centre | Laundry | Dry Cleaning | Fax/Photocopying | Shuttle Service (free)

Room Amenities
Rooms: Double Room | Triple Room | Quadruple Room | Twin Room

Air Conditioning | Work Desk | Heating, Shower | Hairdryer | Bathroom Amenities | Toilet | Bathroom | Pay TV | Telephone | Radio | Satellite TV

Dining

The hotel offers buffet breakfasts and has a bar.

Internet: Wired (and Wi-Fi) Internet Access (chargeable) | Parking: Available at EUR 10 per day

The world famous Milan Cathedral is one of the most exquisite Gothic structures in the world, whose construction began in 1386, and was rebuilt many times and finally completed to its present day form in 1805. The seat of the Archbishop of Milan, the Duomo is the most central site the city, and is most famous for its roof that is a forest of pinnacles and spires, sitting upon delicate flying buttresses.