Trafalgar > Contrasts of Switzerland

Contrasts of Switzerland
9 Days starting from $1,999

Countries Visited:
Switzerland, Switzerland

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Length: 9 Days
Type: First Class 2008
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: STGV
   
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Zurich, St. Moritz, Zermatt, Geneva, Interlaken, Lucerne

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • Details
  • SPECIALS

Sightseeing Highlights
  • Zurich: Orientation tour of this lakeside city.
  • St. Moritz: Orientation of this mountain resort.
  • Zermatt: Orientation of this car free mountain resort.
  • Geneva: Orientation including the United Nations building, the Reformation Monument, the Flower Clock and the Jet D’Eau.
  • Interlaken: Stop in this beautiful resort renowned for its views of the Jungfrau.
  • Lucerne: Orientation tour including the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge.
  • Scenic drives Zurich via Chur to St Moritz, St Moritz to Zermatt on the Glacier Express, Zermatt to Geneva on the upper Rhone valley, Geneva to Lucerne on the Golden Pass route with a stop in Interlaken.

Dining Highlights
  • A Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Zurich
  • 7 Hot Buffet breakfasts
  • 3 three-course dinners
  • Farewell Dinner in Lucerne
11 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary))
First Class Travel Highlights
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • Orientation tours and transfers on Trafalgar’s air-conditioned coaches.
  • Zurich Airport transfers will be provided by complimentary hotel shuttle bus service on Day 2 and by train from Lucerne on Day 9.
  • You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Group transfers on arrival at Zurich Airport will operate at 09.30, 11.00 and 12.30. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Zurich Airport at 08.30.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

Explore Hidden Treasures - New for 2007
  • Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Zurich.


  • Day 2 - Arrive Zurich A regular complimentary shuttle bus service operates between the airport and your hotel. After check-in , time to relax before meeting your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Drink. (Welcome Drink)

    Hotel: Moevenpick Airport.


  • Day 3 - Zurich – Chur – St. Moritz This morning we have an orientation tour of lakeside Zurich, revealing its charm and beauty. Then we take our train via Chur to St Moritz, the sophisticated mountain resort, passing snow-capped mountains and sparkling lakes. This evening dinner is at our hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) 

    Hotel: Baeren


  • Day 4 - St Moritz – Glacier Express – Zermatt (2 nights) All aboard one of the most spectacular train journeys in the world – the immensely comfortable air-cushioned and air-conditioned Glacier Express! An 8 hour railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2,033 metres in altitude. We travel along a beautiful route passing Alpine lakes and glaciers en route to the unique resort of Zermatt, dominated by the Matterhorn. We will walk the short distance to our charming hotel where tonight we will enjoy dinner. Afterwards its fun to explore the chalets and bars of this lively winter and summer resort! (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) 

    Hotel: Style (2 nights)


  • Day 5 - Zermatt at leisure Our Tour Director will show us around this charming car free resort and will also show us one of the Hidden Treasures of the town! Time to relax in the clean mountain air or window shop or maybe take a cable-car ride to have even more stunning views of the Alpine landscapes.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) 


  • Day 6 - Zermatt – Geneva This morning’s train journey takes us out of German-speaking Switzerland to the international city of Geneva on the lake of the same name. Capital city of la Suisse Romande (French-speaking Switzerland) containing the headquarters of a number of international organisations such as the Red Cross, Geneva is a fascinating city to visit. We’ll enjoy an orientation tour highlighting the Reformation Monument, the Flower Clock and the Jet d’Eau. We will also enjoy a short walking tour of the old town. Later, you may wish to enjoy a delicious dinner of Swiss specialities in a restaurant overlooking a view of Europe’s highest mountain – Mont Blanc! See our Tour Director for advise on where to eat dinner this evening…  (Buffet Breakfast) 

    Hotel: Cornavin


  • Day 7 - Geneva – Interlaken – Lucerne (2 nights) Another stunning day of scenery as we take our train on the Golden Pass line. We’ll stop in Interlaken beside the glassy lakes of Thun and Brienz before travelling through the Brunig Pass to lakeside Lucerne for our leisurely two-night stay. This evening, why not learn to yodel at a fun-packed Swiss Folklore show? (Buffet Breakfast ) 

    Hotel: Schiller (2 nights)


  • Day 8 - Lucerne orientation & at leisure After breakfast we enjoy an orientation tour around this medieval city highlighting the Lion Monument, built in memory of Louis XVI''s Swiss Guard, and the wooden Chapel Bridge. Later with time on your own, you may wish to take an optional excursion to a nearby mountain peak, famed for its splendid views. Or perhaps choose to explore the old city and shop for Swiss watches, cuckoo clocks and delicious Swiss chocolates. Tonight we will all get together for our final night and enjoy a Farewell Dinner with wine all together in a local restaurant! (Buffet Breakfast/ Farewell Dinner)


  • Day 9 - Lucerne – Zurich – USA Trafalgar bids you a fond farewell before a short journey by train takes us to Zurich airport where we catch our flights for our onward journey to the USA. Please do not schedule any flights before 10.30am. (Buffet Breakfast)



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A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

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All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations).
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.
  • Zurich
  • St. Moritz
  • Zermatt
  • Geneva
  • Interlaken
  • Lucerne
  • Lugano
All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations).
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Travel during the Value Season and Save up to 50% off the cost of summer tours.

New to Trafalgar? Receive a complimentary pre or post night.

Traveled with Trafalgar before? Choose between a complimentary pre or post night OR double your Trafaglar Club Discount to 10% off of the land tour rate.

Offer ends July 31, 2008

*Terms and Conditions: All prices quoted are in US dollars and are per person, land only, based on double occupancy. Special Offer is valid on all new air-inclusive 2008/09 Europe Value Season (November 2008 – April 2009) bookings, except Trafalgar’s City Breaks tours Winter in London and London & Paris, when deposited by July 31, 2008. To receive the complimentary pre- or post- night mention code: TVLSN13 when booking. To receive the double Trafalgar Travel Club Discount of 10% (on land portion of tour only) mention code: TVLSN23 when booking. Double Trafalgar Travel Club Discount of 10% valid for past Trafalgar passengers only and not valid on Egypt or Israel tours. Offer combinable with brochure discounts but are not valid with any other promotional offer. Subject to availability, not valid on groups, cannot be booked online and can be withdrawn at any time. Other conditions may apply. †Per day, per person price of $111 is based on Trafalgar’s Christmas in Paris vacation. CST# 2077132-20


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Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts.

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT - Save up to 10%

Many Trafalgar tours sell out months before the departure date, so book NOW to avoid disappointment.The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the Land-only portion of your trip. Below is our Early Payment Saving options - pay between:

4-6 months SAVE 2.5%

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All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Greek Cruises, Egypt, European Express tour and extra night accommodation.*When booking our Basel to Amsterdam River Cruise please check our River Cruise brochure for the savings and discounts exclusions. Conditions apply.

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SAVE ON YOUR 2nd TOUR - Save 5%

Book two Trafalgar holidays, each 8 days or longer for a reduction of 5% off the land portion of the tour with the shortest duration. Take three tours and save on two! Ask your travel professional for suggestions on your perfect tour combination.

IMPORTANT: Tours are combinable with second and subsequent additional tours. Tours must be booked at the same time. Discount is per person only and does NOT apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt and extra night accommodation or any combination of a tour plus a cruise or rail journey as shown in brochures. Please see our Trafalgar brochures for their saving or discount exclusions. Conditions apply.

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TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Save 5%

A party of five or more friends - Travel with 5 to 8 friends or family members on the same tour and everyone will receive a discount of 5% off the Land portion of the tour.

A party of 9 or more friends - Further significant savings are available for larger groups of friends and families traveling together. Ask your Travel Agent for full details.

IMPORTANT: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach, so book early! These discounts cannot be combined with any other rooming, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. Names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. These discounts do not apply to extra night accommodation, are not combinable with our Frequent Traveler offer and are not available on Winter tours, Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and Greece tours. Conditions apply.

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YOUNG TRAVELER AGES - SAVE 10%

Share your holiday memories with your family and take advantage of a discount on the Land-only portion of your tour. Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by and adult (limit of one young traveler per room).

On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveler must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS DISCOUNTS, and is limited to one young traveler discount per room. It also does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey or Israel tours, extra night accommodation or London and gateway accommodation. Conditions apply.

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SINGLE TRAVELER room share and save

One of the great benefits of Escorted Travel is the ease of traveling solo, and with Trafalgar we make it simple by offering the following options:

Guaranteed Room Share

When traveling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a 'room sharing' basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a 'twin room' basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends and a positive way to stretch your vacation budget further. If we fail to match you we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

This service does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, European Express tour, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and extra night accommodation. Conditions apply.

Single Supplement Value

If you prefer the privacy of your own room, you'll appreciate our low single room supplement.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT

Travel with three people, sharing one room and each of you will receive a discount off the land-only portion of your tour price. Each itinerary page will list the price reduction, see the tour of your choice.

Triple room discounts are based on sharing a twin-bedded room with an extra bed which may be a rollaway. This discount is applicable to itineraries featuring the Triple Room Reduction offer only.


   
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