- Day 1 : ARRIVAL IN ZURICH
- Day 2 : ZURICH
Depart from the hotel for a guided walk around Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city and financial hub.
Enjoy a scenic 2-hour boat cruise on Lake Zurich, with stops at charming lakeside villages.
Arrive in Rapperswil, a picturesque town with a medieval castle. Time for a stroll and lunch.
Return to Zurich by train (35 minutes). Free time afterwards.
(Note: Transfers may be by public transport, depending on group size.)
- Day 3: ZURICH - LUCERNE - ZURICH
Total Distance: 280 km
Depart Zurich and head to Grindelwald, a charming resort in the Bernese Alps. Enjoy a coffee before taking the cable car up to Grindelwald First, where you'll walk along a scenic path and cross the footbridge over the emptiness for stunning views of glaciers. Lunch is included, with vegetarian options available.
Afterward, continue to Lucerne. Explore the city's highlights, including the Kapellbrücke (Chapel Bridge), the Town Hall, and the picturesque pedestrian streets with elegant shops. Take time to wander and enjoy the city before returning to Zurich in the evening.
Optional cost: For a full-day adventure, consider a visit to Mount Titlis. Take a rotating cable car to the summit for breathtaking views over the Alps and glaciers.
Note: Weather conditions may affect the cable car rides, and an alternative excursion will be offered if necessary.
- Day 4: Zurich – Lugano – Como – Milan
Total Distance: 290 km
Scenery: Stunning alpine landscapes, lakes, and charming villages.
We depart Zurich early, crossing the Swiss Alps and heading toward the Italian-speaking region of Ticino. First, we stop in Lugano, a beautiful lakeside city, for some free time to explore and have lunch.
Next, we continue to Como, known for its picturesque lakeside gardens and the impressive Como Cathedral, where you'll have time to stroll and take in the views.
Finally, we arrive in Milan. After visiting the famous Duomo Square and Milan Cathedral, enjoy dinner at Porta Venezia, a lively area with a wide variety of restaurants.
We’ll then head to the hotel to relax after a day full of sightseeing.
Note: Due to roadworks, we might stop in Como instead of Morcote.
- Day 5: MILAN - PISA - ROME
Travel from Milan to Pisa to visit the Piazza dei Miracoli and the Leaning Tower. Afterward, continue your journey to Rome, passing through the ancient Etruscan regions, with an evening arrival in Rome.
(Note: Arrival times may vary if travelers from Nice join en route.)
- Day 6: ROME
Visit Vatican City and St. Peter’s Basilica, then explore the Imperial Forums.
In the evening, stroll through the charming Trastevere district, enjoying its medieval churches, shops, and cozy trattorias.
Return to the hotel later.
- Day 7: ROME - FLORENCE
Distance: 320 km | Scenery: Apennine Mountains, Tuscan vineyards
Arrive in Florence and start with a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views of the city.
Take a 2.5-hour walking tour of Florence’s key sights:
- Duomo
- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio
- Straw Market
- Piazza Repubblica & Palazzo Vecchio
Enjoy free time in the afternoon to visit museums or explore the markets.
End the day with a delicious dinner of Tuscan specialties.
Return to your hotel for the night.
- Day 8: FLORENCE - VENICE
Travel through the Apennines and Po Valley to Venice.
Upon arrival at Tronchetto Gate, take a boat to the Island of Venice, where you’ll have a guided tour of St. Mark’s Square and visit the Murano Glass Factory for a glassblowing demonstration.
After some free time to explore the city, return to the mainland and transfer to your hotel in Mestre.
- Day 9: VENICE DEPARTURE
After breakfast, check-out at 10:00 a.m.
Leave your luggage at reception to explore the city, and retrieve it later at your convenience.
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