Alpine Adventure, Bernina & Glacier Express (6060) - 2013

13 days from Munich to Zürich


Alpine Adventure, Bernina & Glacier Express
Lucerne, Switzerland at night
Lucerne, Switzerland at night
Stroll through the historic streets of Turin, Italy
Enjoy the beautiful scenery while visiting Berne, Switzerland
The gorgeous rolling hills of the Austrian countryside
Visit the iconic Matterhorn in the heart of the Swiss Alps
The Matterhorn in Zermatt, Switzerland
The Lion Monument or the Lion of Lucerne, is a sculpture in Lucerne, Switzerland
View Switzerlands most famous landmark, the majestic Matterhorn
A majestic view of the famous Italian Dolomites
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Optional Excursions

The following list of optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These optional excursions might or might not be available. Whether it's a special dinner, a local show or a special behind-the-scenes glimpse into an historical site, optional excursions are a wonderful way to enrich your vacation even further. Plus, they give you flexibility. We include the must-see sites and experiences, and we also understand that people take interest in different activities and may want to craft a more personal vacation by hand-picking optional excursions that appeal to them.

Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, days of operation, group interests, and general feasibility for your vacation. The approximate value listed gives you a good, general idea of what you can expect to pay but may vary once you are on your vacation. Some information provided might be in a foreign currency; you can use our online currency converter for exchange rate information.

Tyrolean Folklore Evening
A highlight during your stay in the Tyrol is a typical Tyrolean evening at a family run venue. Enjoy an evening of folk dancing, shoeplatteln, Tyrolean folk songs and yodelling with traditional instruments and brass band music. One drink per person is included - either beer, wine or soft drink.
Approximate value: €28 EUR per person


Basilica Of Superga
Whilst in Torino take advantage of joining an excursion with a local guide, to visit the impressive Basilica of Superga, which was built from 1717 to 1731 to fulfil a vow made by the King of Sardinia during the Battle of Turin. The Basilica is reached by a short rack railway and once on the hilltop a short walk uphill. There will be time to visit the church and also the Royal Crypt, which is the traditional burial place of members of the House of Savoy. The mountain on which the Basilica is found was the site of the Superga air disaster of Torino football team in 1949. The coach will accompany you back down from the top of the hill to the city centre.
Approximate value: €30 EUR per person


Flavours Of Piemonte
The restaurant we have chosen for you is situated in a small village just outside Turin. It is a very beautiful spot in the hillside and from the central square one has a lovely view over the valley. The cozy restaurant was opened in 2002 as a "lifetime dream" for the owner as she wanted to create a kitchen offering genuine homemade local dishes in an atmosphere like welcoming people into one's home. The cozy restaurant has conserved the original structure with wooden rafters, stone walls and floors in old Piemonte style. The menu we offer you varies according to the time of year, so one has the possibility to try really fresh locally cooked Tuscan dishes. There is a choice of desserts and a choice of local wines or beer plus mineral water and coffee or herb tea. At the end of the evening return back to the centre of Turin with memories of having tasted genuine Piemonte specialities.
Approximate value: €40 EUR per person


Gornergrat
Europe's highest mountain railway takes you to the Gornergrat (10,132 feet) in 40 minutes. The incomparable panoramic views embrace some of Switzerland's loftiest peaks, including the world-famous Matterhorn. Once the Gornergrat is reached you can have an incomparable panoramic view set against a forest of larches and firs.
Approximate value: €65 EUR per person


Dinner & Swiss Folklore
Contrary to belief, not all Swiss can yodel or blow the alp horn, but those you will see are real experts. At the Stadtkeller Restaurant, located in the old town of Lucerne, they will entertain you with merry melodies on the accordion and traditional dances whilst you enjoy a delicious meal and sample the Swiss Cheese Fondue.
Approximate value: €65 EUR per person


Mount Stanserhorn
A trip up the Stanserhorn mountain for breathtaking views is an experience not to be missed. The Mt. Stanserhorn Railway is a combination of an old-time funicular, which has romantic 100-year-old carriages (1893) with fringed curtains. Part of the ascent is by the new "global first" cable car ( a doubledecker cable car with an open top). Once on the summit of Mount Stanserhorn you will have an enchanting view of the Alpine Chains and a view of 10 swiss lakes. There is a sun terrace with a faboulous panorama and a relaxation area.
Approximate value: €57 EUR per person


Scenic Lake Cruise
An hour's guided cruise on the most beautiful lake in Switzerland gives you an introduction to this lovely city from a completely different aspect. With its many bays, it offers superb panoramas of the surrounding landscape. The cruise is operated on a comfortable private covered boat and a commentary will be given by one of the crew staff who will explain the history of all the enchanting villages and you will learn some interesting stories of the Swiss History.
Approximate value: €25 EUR per person


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