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Milan
1night
Italyit
Hotel Milano Scala
Standard Double
Included
Standard Double
Standard Double
Up to 2 guests
1 double / twin beds
22 m²
Breakfast included
Plans for Milan

Day 1: Arrival
Welcome to Milan, the fashion capital of Italy! Upon arrival to Milan you are met by your driver and taken to your downtown hotel.

There are no planned activities for you for today day, so you can relax and recover after the flight. If you would like to do some looking around, we suggest visiting the world famous shopping and fashion avenue, Quadrilatero della Moda.

Day 2: Milan Sightseeing  and Departure
Following breakfast and check-out, meet your guide at the hotel lobby and have a 3-hour walking tour of Milan to learn more about the city’s history and reputation as a fashion capital.

You start with visiting to world-known Milan Duomo, the Gothic cathedral and the highest sight in the city which took about six centuries to build. Then you walk through nearby-located Galleria Vittorio Emanuele and reach La Scala Theatre. Prepare to be wowed by the prestigious Milan opera house (no entrance is included).

You continue with picturesque Brera district to feel the historical atmosphere of the city. Explore the public areas, with stories of its 15th-century owners ringing in your ears. After all you make a stop at Castello Sforzesco to see history and style combined with Milanese flair.

*Please note: Milan Cathedral is a sacred religious site thus the dress code for visiting it is applied just as when you visit any church in Italy: no shorts – no uncovered knees and shoulders, no backpacks.

*Note: The unique treasure of Milan - Leonardo da Vinci’s legendary fresco “The Last Supper” located in the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is not included in the city tour due to its limited availability. Please, ask your travel specialist about available tickets for your tour date.

Following the tour, meet your private driver who transfers you rail station to catch the train to Como.

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Included experiences1 Experience
Half Day Private City Tour with Duomo
Included
3h
Half Day Private City Tour with Duomo
Want to add more experiences
Milan car services
Arrival & departure transfers are included in your trip
Milan car services
Arrival & departure transfers are included in your trip
Arrival
Private Transfer Sedan
Included
Departure
Private Transfer Sedan
Included
Included
Milan
Central Station
Milan, Italy
1 h
Como, Varenna
San Giovanni
Como, Varenna, Italy
Como
2nights
Italyit
Palace Hotel Como
Superior Double
Included
Superior Double
Superior Double
Up to 2 guests
1 double / twin beds
23 m²
Breakfast included
Plans for Como

Day 2: Arrival in Como
Upon arrival in Como you have a check-in at the hotel and the rest of the day at your leisure.

Day 3: Tour of Como 
Following breakfast at the hotel, meet with your local guide in the hotel lobby and start your Como tour. 

Como town boasts several artistic monuments from different historical periods.

During the city tour you see the medieval walls surrounding the historic center, stroll through the ancient streets in the heart of the town, and admire beautiful Romanesque and Baroque churches. You see the Piazza Volta and Piazza Duomo with its charming old Town Hall building and its characteristic bell tower. You also enjoy public boat tour as well as a Como-Brunate funicular ride.

The highlight of the tour is visit of the superb 600-year old Como Cathedral. Nearby is the Palazzo Terragni, an example of the modern rationalist architecture.

After the tour you are guided back to the hotel and have the rest of the day free.
 
Day 4: Departure 
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Como.

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Included experiences1 Experience
Walking Tour with Como Cathedral & Boat Ride
Included
Half day
Walking Tour with Como Cathedral & Boat Ride
Want to add more experiences
Como car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Como car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Included
Como, Varenna
Lugano Central
Como, Varenna, Italy
30 min
Lugano
Como S. Giovanni
Lugano, Switzerland
Lugano
2nights
Switzerlandch
Hotel Lugano Dante Center
Standard Double
Included
Standard Double
Standard Double
Up to 2 guests
1 double / twin beds
20 m²
Breakfast included
Plans for Lugano

Day 1: Arrival
Upon arrival, you check in to the hotel and have the rest of the days free.

Day 2: Sightseeing Tour
Following breakfast, you meet your private guide in the hotel lobby and start a 2-hour walking tour.

Lugano is situated in southern Switzerland’s Italian-speaking Ticino region, right on the border of Switzerland and Italy. Its Swiss-Mediterranean mix of cultures is closely related to Italy’s northern Lombardy region. Together with your guide you explore the main attractions of this wonderful city and experience the mix of cultures reflected in architecture and cuisine.

After the tour you return to the hotel and have rest of the day at leisure.

Day 3: Departure
After breakfast you check out from your hotel and depart from Lugano.

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Included experiences1 Experience
Lugano Private Walking Tour
Included
Half day
Lugano Private Walking Tour
Want to add more experiences
Lugano car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Lugano car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Included
Visp
Visp, Switzerland
2 h 24 min
Zermatt
Zermatt, Switzerland
Layover at Visp
Visp
Settled at the confluence of the rivers Rhone and Vispa, the charming city of Visp should be included in your Switzerland itinerary without a shade of doubt. It boasts picture-perfect surroundings, authentic architecture, plenty of unique sights and places to visit, as well as numerous activities to enjoy. The main highlight of any Visp tour is undoubtedly exploring the mind-boggling nature and spectacular mountainous regions nearby. However, while in the city, don't miss the chance to visit the authentic flea and farmers markets, stroll around the bustling Bahnhofstrasse, fitted with charming restaurants and an abundance of shops, enjoy a performance at La Poste theater, or set simply walk around soaking up the ambiance of this postcard-like city.
Zermatt
2nights
Switzerlandch
Wellness Alpenhof Hotel
Standard Double
Included
Standard Double
Standard Double
Up to 3 guests
1 double / twin beds
20 m²
Breakfast included
Plans for Zermatt

Day 6: Arrival Zermatt
Zermatt is famous not only for being a popular ski resort. This lovely village is located in the southern canton of Valais which is home to some of the world's most spectacular mountains, including Matterhorn.

Upon arrival, you walk to your hotel for check-in and have the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 7: Day Trip to Gornegrat 
After breakfast you walk to the railway station, where you board a cogwheel train equipped with large windows which allow you to enjoy a journey across the highest open-air railway in Europe. The Gornergrat Bahn is the cog railway which was the first in the world to be fully electrified. Nowadays regenerative braking system of this eco-friendly railway generates electricity on the descent and so saves energy.

After about 45 minutes you reach the station of Gornergrat which is considered to be the highest open-air railway station of Europe at an altitude of 3, 090 m (10,135 ft). Gornergrat observation platform is accessible all year round and offers one of the finest panoramas in Switzerland. From there you have a glorious view of more than 20 four-thousand m (13,123 ft) peaks, one of which is Matterhorn. A truly unforgettable experience you cannot miss!

Please, note: It is important to wear something warm and wind/rain protective when going to Gornergrat. The temperature there is usually lower than in the cities even in summer. In case you feel too cold you can always go inside the restaurant which is close to the observation platform. The trains to/from Gornergrat are heated well.

After some free time in Gornergrat you have a train ride back to Zermatt. The rest of the day is free.

Day 8: Departure 
In the morning after breakfast you check out from the hotel, walk to the railway station and depart from Zermatt.

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Included experiences1 Experience
Day Trip to Gornergrat
Included
Half day
Day Trip to Gornergrat
Want to add more experiences
Zermatt car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Zermatt car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Included
Zermatt
Zermatt Central Station
Zermatt, Switzerland
5 h 30 min
Chur
Chur Central Station
Chur, Switzerland
Chur
1night
Switzerlandch
ABC Swiss Quality Hotel
Superior Double
Included
Superior Double
Superior Double
Up to 2 guests
1 double / twin beds
22 m²
Breakfast included
Plans for Chur
Day 1: Arrival
Upon arrival, you walk to your cozy hotel, which is easily accessible on foot, for check-in. The evening is free, so you can explore this lovely Alpine city on your own, stroll through the largely car-free Old Town enjoying its historic buildings, galleries, boutiques and restaurants.

Day 2: Departure
Following breakfast you check out from the hotel and depart from Chur.
map
Want to add more experiences
Chur car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Chur car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Included
Chur
Chur
Stresa
Stresa
Stresa
Stresa
2nights
Italyit
Hotel Regina Palace
Standard Double
Included
Standard Double
Standard Double
Up to 2 guests
1 double / twin beds
24 m²
Breakfast included
Plans for Stresa

Day 8: Arrival in Stresa and Islands Tour
Upon arrival in Stresa, meet your driver who takes you to the hotel for check-in. 

In the afternoon meet your private guide at the hotel lobby to take a ferry and explore two stunning Borromean Islands – Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori.  

The Islands are jaw-droppingly beautiful. Loved by Ernest Hemingway and, in more recent times, by the English Royals, this Archipelago is made up of the monumental Isola Bella, with its 17th-Century Palazzo Borromeo, surrounded by scenic gardens, the picturesque Isola dei Pescatori (Fishermen’s Island).  Admire the beautiful scenery of the lake and visit the superb sights on the islands.

After the tour you return to the hotel and have the rest of the evening at leisure.

Day 9: Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto
Following breakfast at the hotel, meet your private driver and have a short transfer to Villa Taranto. 

The lakeside garden was created in the 1930s with thousands of species of trees and flowers from all over the world. 

Meet your private guide and enjoy a 2-hour walking tour inside gardens. 

From spring to autumn there are always flowers in bloom, with “special events” for certain species which are particularly spectacular in their season: the tulip week is in April, dahlias are at their best between July and October. 

After the tour, you are taken back to the hotel in Stresa and the rest of the day is at your leisure.

Day 10: Departure from Stresa
This is the last day of your amazing Italian lakes and Switzerland Alps tour!  After breakfast your driver meets you at the hotel lobby and takes you to the airport for your flight back home. We wish you a safe flight and hope to work on your future vacations!

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Included experiences2 Experiences
Half Day Guided Borromean Islands Tour
Included
Half day
Half Day Guided Borromean Islands Tour
Half Day Tour to Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto
Included
Half day
Half Day Tour to Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto
Want to add more experiences
Stresa car services
Arrival & departure transfers are included in your trip
Stresa car services
Arrival & departure transfers are included in your trip
Arrival
Private Transfer Sedan
Included
Departure
Private Airport Transfer Sedan
Included
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Best of Italian Lake Region and Scenic Switzerland
Private tour
Milan
1night
Italyit
Hotel Milano Scala
Standard Double
Hotel Milano Scala
Included
Standard Double
Standard Double
Up to 2 guests
1 double / twin beds
22 m²
Breakfast included
Plans for Milan
Plans for Milan

Day 1: Arrival
Welcome to Milan, the fashion capital of Italy! Upon arrival to Milan you are met by your driver and taken to your downtown hotel.

There are no planned activities for you for today day, so you can relax and recover after the flight. If you would like to do some looking around, we suggest visiting the world famous shopping and fashion avenue, Quadrilatero della Moda.

Day 2: Milan Sightseeing  and Departure
Following breakfast and check-out, meet your guide at the hotel lobby and have a 3-hour walking tour of Milan to learn more about the city’s history and reputation as a fashion capital.

You start with visiting to world-known Milan Duomo, the Gothic cathedral and the highest sight in the city which took about six centuries to build. Then you walk through nearby-located Galleria Vittorio Emanuele and reach La Scala Theatre. Prepare to be wowed by the prestigious Milan opera house (no entrance is included).

You continue with picturesque Brera district to feel the historical atmosphere of the city. Explore the public areas, with stories of its 15th-century owners ringing in your ears. After all you make a stop at Castello Sforzesco to see history and style combined with Milanese flair.

*Please note: Milan Cathedral is a sacred religious site thus the dress code for visiting it is applied just as when you visit any church in Italy: no shorts – no uncovered knees and shoulders, no backpacks.

*Note: The unique treasure of Milan - Leonardo da Vinci’s legendary fresco “The Last Supper” located in the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is not included in the city tour due to its limited availability. Please, ask your travel specialist about available tickets for your tour date.

Following the tour, meet your private driver who transfers you rail station to catch the train to Como.

map
Included experiences1 Experience
Half Day Private City Tour with Duomo
Included
3h
Half Day Private City Tour with Duomo
Want to add more experiences
Milan car services
Arrival & departure transfers are included in your trip
Milan car services
Arrival & departure transfers are included in your trip
Arrival
Private Transfer Sedan
Included
Departure
Private Transfer Sedan
Included
Included
Milan, Central Station
1 h / 1st Class Seat
Como, Varenna, San Giovanni
Como
2nights
Italyit
Palace Hotel Como
Superior Double
Palace Hotel Como
Included
Superior Double
Superior Double
Up to 2 guests
1 double / twin beds
23 m²
Breakfast included
Plans for Como
Plans for Como

Day 2: Arrival in Como
Upon arrival in Como you have a check-in at the hotel and the rest of the day at your leisure.

Day 3: Tour of Como 
Following breakfast at the hotel, meet with your local guide in the hotel lobby and start your Como tour. 

Como town boasts several artistic monuments from different historical periods.

During the city tour you see the medieval walls surrounding the historic center, stroll through the ancient streets in the heart of the town, and admire beautiful Romanesque and Baroque churches. You see the Piazza Volta and Piazza Duomo with its charming old Town Hall building and its characteristic bell tower. You also enjoy public boat tour as well as a Como-Brunate funicular ride.

The highlight of the tour is visit of the superb 600-year old Como Cathedral. Nearby is the Palazzo Terragni, an example of the modern rationalist architecture.

After the tour you are guided back to the hotel and have the rest of the day free.
 
Day 4: Departure 
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Como.

map
Included experiences1 Experience
Walking Tour with Como Cathedral & Boat Ride
Included
Half day
Walking Tour with Como Cathedral & Boat Ride
Want to add more experiences
Como car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Como car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Included
Como, Varenna, Lugano Central
30 min / 2nd Class Seat
Lugano, Como S. Giovanni
Lugano
2nights
Switzerlandch
Hotel Lugano Dante Center
Standard Double
Hotel Lugano Dante Center
Included
Standard Double
Standard Double
Up to 2 guests
1 double / twin beds
20 m²
Breakfast included
Plans for Lugano
Plans for Lugano

Day 1: Arrival
Upon arrival, you check in to the hotel and have the rest of the days free.

Day 2: Sightseeing Tour
Following breakfast, you meet your private guide in the hotel lobby and start a 2-hour walking tour.

Lugano is situated in southern Switzerland’s Italian-speaking Ticino region, right on the border of Switzerland and Italy. Its Swiss-Mediterranean mix of cultures is closely related to Italy’s northern Lombardy region. Together with your guide you explore the main attractions of this wonderful city and experience the mix of cultures reflected in architecture and cuisine.

After the tour you return to the hotel and have rest of the day at leisure.

Day 3: Departure
After breakfast you check out from your hotel and depart from Lugano.

map
Included experiences1 Experience
Lugano Private Walking Tour
Included
Half day
Lugano Private Walking Tour
Want to add more experiences
Lugano car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Lugano car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Included
Visp
2 h 24 min / 2nd Class Seat + 2nd Class Seat
Zermatt
Layover at Visp
Visp
Settled at the confluence of the rivers Rhone and Vispa, the charming city of Visp should be included in your Switzerland itinerary without a shade of doubt. It boasts picture-perfect surroundings, authentic architecture, plenty of unique sights and places to visit, as well as numerous activities to enjoy. The main highlight of any Visp tour is undoubtedly exploring the mind-boggling nature and spectacular mountainous regions nearby. However, while in the city, don't miss the chance to visit the authentic flea and farmers markets, stroll around the bustling Bahnhofstrasse, fitted with charming restaurants and an abundance of shops, enjoy a performance at La Poste theater, or set simply walk around soaking up the ambiance of this postcard-like city.
Zermatt
2nights
Switzerlandch
Wellness Alpenhof Hotel
Standard Double
Wellness Alpenhof Hotel
Included
Standard Double
Standard Double
Up to 3 guests
1 double / twin beds
20 m²
Breakfast included
Plans for Zermatt
Plans for Zermatt

Day 6: Arrival Zermatt
Zermatt is famous not only for being a popular ski resort. This lovely village is located in the southern canton of Valais which is home to some of the world's most spectacular mountains, including Matterhorn.

Upon arrival, you walk to your hotel for check-in and have the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 7: Day Trip to Gornegrat 
After breakfast you walk to the railway station, where you board a cogwheel train equipped with large windows which allow you to enjoy a journey across the highest open-air railway in Europe. The Gornergrat Bahn is the cog railway which was the first in the world to be fully electrified. Nowadays regenerative braking system of this eco-friendly railway generates electricity on the descent and so saves energy.

After about 45 minutes you reach the station of Gornergrat which is considered to be the highest open-air railway station of Europe at an altitude of 3, 090 m (10,135 ft). Gornergrat observation platform is accessible all year round and offers one of the finest panoramas in Switzerland. From there you have a glorious view of more than 20 four-thousand m (13,123 ft) peaks, one of which is Matterhorn. A truly unforgettable experience you cannot miss!

Please, note: It is important to wear something warm and wind/rain protective when going to Gornergrat. The temperature there is usually lower than in the cities even in summer. In case you feel too cold you can always go inside the restaurant which is close to the observation platform. The trains to/from Gornergrat are heated well.

After some free time in Gornergrat you have a train ride back to Zermatt. The rest of the day is free.

Day 8: Departure 
In the morning after breakfast you check out from the hotel, walk to the railway station and depart from Zermatt.

map
Included experiences1 Experience
Day Trip to Gornergrat
Included
Half day
Day Trip to Gornergrat
Want to add more experiences
Zermatt car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Zermatt car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Included
Zermatt, Zermatt Central Station
5 h 30 min / 2nd Class Seat
Chur, Chur Central Station
Chur
1night
Switzerlandch
ABC Swiss Quality Hotel
Superior Double
ABC Swiss Quality Hotel
Included
Superior Double
Superior Double
Up to 2 guests
1 double / twin beds
22 m²
Breakfast included
Plans for Chur
Plans for Chur
Day 1: Arrival
Upon arrival, you walk to your cozy hotel, which is easily accessible on foot, for check-in. The evening is free, so you can explore this lovely Alpine city on your own, stroll through the largely car-free Old Town enjoying its historic buildings, galleries, boutiques and restaurants.

Day 2: Departure
Following breakfast you check out from the hotel and depart from Chur.
map
Want to add more experiences
Chur car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Chur car services
Here you can add your arrival & departure car transfers, meet-and-greet services
Included
Chur
/
Stresa
Stresa
Stresa
2nights
Italyit
Hotel Regina Palace
Standard Double
Hotel Regina Palace
Included
Standard Double
Standard Double
Up to 2 guests
1 double / twin beds
24 m²
Breakfast included
Plans for Stresa
Plans for Stresa

Day 8: Arrival in Stresa and Islands Tour
Upon arrival in Stresa, meet your driver who takes you to the hotel for check-in. 

In the afternoon meet your private guide at the hotel lobby to take a ferry and explore two stunning Borromean Islands – Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori.  

The Islands are jaw-droppingly beautiful. Loved by Ernest Hemingway and, in more recent times, by the English Royals, this Archipelago is made up of the monumental Isola Bella, with its 17th-Century Palazzo Borromeo, surrounded by scenic gardens, the picturesque Isola dei Pescatori (Fishermen’s Island).  Admire the beautiful scenery of the lake and visit the superb sights on the islands.

After the tour you return to the hotel and have the rest of the evening at leisure.

Day 9: Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto
Following breakfast at the hotel, meet your private driver and have a short transfer to Villa Taranto. 

The lakeside garden was created in the 1930s with thousands of species of trees and flowers from all over the world. 

Meet your private guide and enjoy a 2-hour walking tour inside gardens. 

From spring to autumn there are always flowers in bloom, with “special events” for certain species which are particularly spectacular in their season: the tulip week is in April, dahlias are at their best between July and October. 

After the tour, you are taken back to the hotel in Stresa and the rest of the day is at your leisure.

Day 10: Departure from Stresa
This is the last day of your amazing Italian lakes and Switzerland Alps tour!  After breakfast your driver meets you at the hotel lobby and takes you to the airport for your flight back home. We wish you a safe flight and hope to work on your future vacations!

map
Included experiences2 Experiences
Half Day Guided Borromean Islands Tour
Included
Half day
Half Day Guided Borromean Islands Tour
Half Day Tour to Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto
Included
Half day
Half Day Tour to Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto
Want to add more experiences
Stresa car services
Arrival & departure transfers are included in your trip
Stresa car services
Arrival & departure transfers are included in your trip
Arrival
Private Transfer Sedan
Included
Departure
Private Airport Transfer Sedan
Included
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