As one of our favorites, this unique trip starts in Milan – Italy’s high-powered financial, industrial and fashion capital, followed by some soothing days along Lake Como. Lake Como is the perfect place to unwind and relax before your journey takes you to Switzerland, where you will discover the diverse Graubünden region and its interplay between pristine wilderness and top notch, modern tourism infrastructure. The last night will be spent in the vibrant city of Zurich where you will discover the historic old town.
After your overnight flight you will arrive in Milan – Italy’s style capital, the city which boasts plenty of history, art and culture. You will be transferred to your hotel directly from the Airport.
Overnight Milan in the Hotel NH Milano Touring or similar
Today you have an exciting time ahead: After breakfast in the hotel, you will explore Milan’s most significant and historical landmarks during a walking tour. Visit sites like Sforza Castle, Piazza della Scala (known for the famous Scala Theater), Piazza dei Mercanti and the Duomo, the symbol of Milan and third biggest Cathedral in Europe. Early afternoon you will be transferred to Lake Como, located on the Swiss-Italian border, where you can relax and unwind during some time at leisure.
Overnight Lake Como in the Hotel Metropole Suisse or similar
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel before you will be admiring Como on a guided walking tour. Next, you will be taken by ferry to the picturesque shoreline village of Bellagio, where you will enjoy a group lunch and some leisure time to explore the village. Bellagio is one of the most glamorous and romantic destinations in the Lombardy Region.
Overnight Lake Como in the hotel Metropole Suisse or similar
After breakfast you will be picked up by mini coach and brought to your hotel in Celerina, located in the Swiss canton of Graubünden.
Today’s highlight will be a horse carriage ride to Val Rosegg, which is a stunning glacial valley in Pontresina in the Upper Engadine valley. During the horse-drawn carriage ride you will admire the beautiful valley with its waterfalls, wildflowers (seasons permitting) and the impressive alpine scenery. At the Hotel Roseg Glacier – you will have lunch and taste some of the local Graubünden specialties accompanied with wine.
Dinner on own and overnight in Hotel Chesa Rosatsch or similar.
After a delicious breakfast you are going to cross the Alps in 1st class style on the highest railway link between Northern and Southern Europe.
The very best leg of the journey begins after Pontresina as the train approaches the top of the Bernina Pass. Without cog wheels the train ascends towards the magnificent alpine scenery; glaciers, snow and heady peaks surround the 7400 ft pass crossing. As you cross down the other side of the pass towards the village of Poschiavo, the fragrances of southern climes begin to mix with the bracing alpine air.
On arrival in Poschiavo, disembark the train where you will have some time to discover an unspoiled, miniature vacation world that reflects the valley’s culture with its traditional, natural foods and handicrafts, its welcoming friendliness, and its unforgettable natural treasures. Enjoy a lunch at one of the charming restaurants before you return the same way back to Celerina by the impressive Bernina Express.
Overnight in Hotel Chesa Rosatsch
Today you will be transferred from Celerina to Laax by Minicoach. On the way you will stop to take the cable car up to Mount Diavolezza. An impressive view from Piz Palü across the Bellavista to Piz Bernina will await you. The cable car climbs up on the right to this glacier viewpoint at almost 9850 feet above sea level.
Afterwards your journey by coach will continue to Churwalden where you will have lunch in a restaurant with local specialties.
If you have the courage, after lunch, a really fun experience awaits you: You will take a chairlift to the start of the toboggan ride, which is the longest in Switzerland.
Later in the afternoon arrive in the hotel where you will have dinner.
Overnight in the Hotel Laax Signia.
After breakfast you will have time at leisure for hiking. One of our recommendations is a 30 minute hike to Lake Cauma where you might still be lucky enough to go for a swim, a picnic or just relax and soak in some sun. Water lovers in particular consider the idyllic landscape around Lake Cauma to be a paradise.
Alternatively, try the hike to the Il Spir viewpoint above the Rhine Gorge where you will see an amazing view of the “Grand Canyon of Switzerland”.
If you are seeking more adventure, you could also walk along the world’s largest treetop walk (Baumwipfelpfad) which connects the two villages of Laax Murschetg and Laax Dorf.
Yet another option is to stay at the hotel and enjoy some down time at the hotel Spa – which is known for history, delight and relaxation.
Dinner in Laax and overnight in the Hotel Laax Signia
After breakfast the mini coach will bring you to Zurich where you will have some time for lunch on your own before you will enjoy a walking tour of the historic old town of Zurich with its churches, historic squares and hidden-away places in the afternoon.
If you wish, you can stay in the old town where you have time for some shopping – maybe some Swiss chocolates to bring back before you will meet the group for a Farewell dinner in Zurich.
Overnight in Zurich in Hotel Glockenhof or similar
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