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Switzerland & Austria
Experience the cultural elegance of Vienna and Salzburg, where imperial palaces, classical music, and alpine charm define Austria’s timeless allure. Journey into Switzerland to discover Lucerne’s lakeside beauty and Interlaken’s mountain grandeur before ending in cosmopolitan Geneva, framed by the Alps and Lake Léman. Together, these destinations create a seamless blend of art, nature, and sophistication at the heart of Europe.
Highlights of Switzerland & Austria
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Day 1 - Vienna
After landing in Austria's capital, your private driver will greet you at the airport to take you directly to your hotel in the old town. This afternoon, your local private guide will meet you at your hotel for a walking tour aruond the Vienna's old town. You will be able to get a sense of Vienna's history while seeing the top sites on a tour that is customized to your wishes. 
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Day 2 - Schönbrunn Palace & Lippizaner Stallions
Your full day in Vienna will allow you to get a deeper understanding of the city's culture. Start the day by heading to the impressive Schönbrunn Palace, where your entrance tickets will allow you to see the interior and the lavish gardens. This afternoon, you will get to see the world-famous Lippizaner Stallions at the Spanish Riding School as you take a quick tour of the stables.
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Day 3 - Salzburg
You will make your way to the Austrian Alps as you catch your high-speed, direct train to Salzburg this morning. Upon arrival, you can explore this charming alpine town, with popular options to see being the Hohensalzburg Fortress, Mirabell Gardens, and Mozart's Birthplace, which has been renovated into a museum.
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Day 4 - Hallstat
This morning, your private driver/guide will meet you at your hotel to take you to one of the most beautiful areas of Austria: Hallstat. As you drive to this beautiful town, you will see stunning scenery and traditional Austrian towns, while your private guide gives you in-depth insight about the region. 
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Day 5 - Head to Switzerland
After enjoying your final Austrian breakfast, it is time to head to Switzerland. You private driver will pick you up at your hotel to start the day. As the drive between Salzburg and Lucerne is a longer one, we have incorporated a stop in the beautiful Austrian town of Innsbruck, allowing you to wander the small old town at your own pace and find lunch. 
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Day 6 - Lucerne
When in Switzerland, enjoying the stunning nature is a top highlight. We have you on a self-guided round trip to summit Mount Pilatus. you will take boat, cogwheel railway, cable cars, and gondolas during your day as you experience some of the best views Switzerland has to offer. 
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Day 7 - Interlaken
You will head deeper into Switzerland's mountains today as you catch your direct, high-speed train to Interlaken. This afternoon, you can spend the afternoon relaxing in the charming town and enjoying the lovely views. For those who are looking for something more adrenaline-filled, you can enjoy a tandem paraglide flight to see the views from the sky. 
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Day 8 - Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald
The highlight near Interlaken is Jungfraujoch, or the "top of Europe." It gets its name due to having Europe's highest railway station, and you will take a loop that combines cogwheel trains and gondolas. Two charming towns you will see that are worth some time to wander are Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald. 
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Day 9 - Geneva
You will trade mountains for Switzerland's largest lake as you make your way into Switzerland's French region. Your private driver will pick you up with a final destination of Geneva. However, to break up the drive, we have incorporated additional time for you to stop at the Swiss Riviera, where you can enjoy time in Montreux, Lausanne, or Vevey. 
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Day 10 - Walking Tour & Lake Geneva
Start your furst full day in Geneva with a private walking tour of the city, which will be focused on the old town, where you will get an expert overview of Geneva's history. This afternoon, you can continue to wander the city at your own pace or enjoy lounging on the shores of Lake Geneva. 
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Day 11 - Chocolate Tasting Tour
As Swiss chocolate is world-famous, we have you set up on a small group walking tour that will allow you to dive into the world of Swiss chocolate. You will go on a chocolate-tasting journey to learn the origins of chocolate manufacturing and the history of chocolate in Switzerland as you tast chocolate in multiple forms from the city's best artisanal chocolatiers.
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Day 12 - Farewell!
Reminisce over the wonderful memories you have made in Austria and Switzerland as you enjoy your last breakfast in Europe. Your private driver will pick you up from your hotel to take you to the airport as you begin your journey home.
Photo Credit: Szymon Nitka / Znajkraj, DZT/Florian Trykowski, Francesco Carovillano, RTG/Hans Bauer, DZT/Dagmar Schwelle, Naturpark Altmühltal/Dietmar Denger
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