Italy, Switzerland & Germany
Discover 3 countries with different cultures: Rome, Venice, Milan, Zurich, Munich and Frankfurt.
Experience Rome, Milan, Zurich, Munich and Frankfurt, starting point for the lovely Rhine Valley.
Starting your 12-day journey in Rome – explore «the Eternal City». Colosseum, Vatican, Roman Forum, the Trevi Fountain, everywhere the eyes are pampered with history and art. Next stop is Venice – the city for lovers with romantic streets, hidden squares and idyllic canals offers to this city a unique atmosphere. Travelling by train to Milan, which is well known for shopping and cultural highlights such as the Cathedral or Leonardo Da Vincis’s world-famous painting The Last Supper. Zurich, the smallest metropolis, is an ideal starting point for excursions in the holiday paradise Switzerland. The train takes you to Munich with its cozy beer gardens and on to Frankfurt, from where you can visit the picturesque Rhine Valley.
from CHF 1'598.–
Tour Programme
1st day: Arrive in Rome
Arrive in Rome by flight and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Rome.
2nd day: Explore «the Eternal City»
Explore «the Eternal City». In Rome, you cannot help but deal with the history of the city. Vatican, Roman Forum, the Trevi Fountain, everywhere the eyes are pampered with history and art. Speaking of pampering: Browse through the lively markets and enjoy an aperitif in Trastevere, the nightlife district of the locals. You will love it, promise! Overnight in Rome.
3rd day: Train ride to Venice
Train ride to Venice - the city for lovers. Romantic streets, hidden squares, small islands and idyllic canals give this city a unique atmosphere. Overnight in Venice.
4th day: Visit the Doge's Palace
Visit the Doge's Palace and enjoy the unique view over the lagoon city from the observation deck of the Campanile. How about a romantic gondola ride through the canals or a boat trip to Muralto to the world famous glass blowing shop? Overnight in Venice.
5th day: Depart Venice
Depart Venice by train to Milan, which is well known for shopping and cultural highlights such as the Cathedral or Leonardo Da Vinci's world-famous image The Last Supper. Overnight in Milan.
6th day: Train ride to Zurich
Train ride to Zurich, the smallest cosmopolitan city. Find out for yourself why Zurich is one of the cities with the highest quality of life. Art, culture, shopping, a lively nightlife and swimming in the lake make this city unique. Overnight in Zurich.
7th day: The Rhine Falls, Europe's largest waterfall
Use the day to get to know Switzerland better. How about a trip to the Rhine Falls, Europe's largest waterfall in nearby Schaffhausen or a day trip to Lucerne on the beautiful Lake Lucerne? Both destinations are easy to reach by train. Overnight in Zurich.
8th day: Train ride to Munich
Train ride to Munich, the capital of Bavaria. The city of Munich has a lot of attractions to offer for all ages and tastes – whether you are interested in history, architecture or art. Make sure to visit one of the famous beer gardens. Overnight in Munich.
9th day: Castles Neuschwanstein and Linderhof
Join a day tour to the famous dream castles Neuschwanstein and Linderhof of King Ludwig II of Bavaria. You will be blown away! Excursion details see page 29. Overnight in Munich.
10th day: Train ride to Frankfurt
Train ride to Frankfurt. The financial metropolis surprises with a large range of shopping and the «Römer», a restored square with picturesque half-timbered houses. Overnight in Frankfurt.
11th day: Rhine Valley
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Rhine Valley with its vineyards and picturesque little villages by bus and boat. See mighty medieval castles, the Loreley and sample delicious local wines. Overnight in Frankfurt.
12th day: Transfer to the airport
End of your journey. Transfer to the airport of Frankfurt.
This tour can also be booked in the opposite direction.
This tour can also be booked in the opposite direction.
Prices & Services
Prices per Person in CHF
This package is only bookable for non-European residents
from CHF 1'598.–
Our Price Includes
- 2 nights in Rome incl. breakfast
3* hotel: Villa delle Rose | 4* hotel: Starhotels Metropol - 1 night in Venice incl. breakfast
3* hotel: Pantalon | 4* hotel: Continental - 2 nights in Milan incl. breakfast
3* hotel: Canada | 4* hotel: Sanpi - 2 nights in Zurich incl. breakfast
3* hotel: Rütli | 4* hotel: Glockenhof - 2 nights in Munich incl. breakfast
3* hotel: Mirabell | 4* hotel: Concorde - 2 nights in Frankfurt incl. breakfast
3* hotel: Manhattan | 4* hotel: Manhattan (3*) - Transfer airport–hotel in Rome and hotel–airport in Frankfurt
- Rail journey incl. seat reservation Rome–Venice–Milan–Zurich–Munich–Frankfurt with Eurail 3 Country Select Pass 6 days in 2nd class
Hotels
3
Villa delle Rose
This charming hotel is located just a few steps from the train station. 37 individually decorated ro…
from CHF 70.–
4.5
Starhotels Metropole
Comfortable hotel, only 300 m from the railway station. 236 modern rooms with TV, free wi-fi, safe, …
from CHF 113.–
3
Pantalon
The hotel is located in an originally Venetian quarter. 15 smaller rooms with TV, free wi-fi, miniba…
from CHF 68.–
3
Canada
Very well maintened hotel, centrally located, 10 min. from the cathedral. 37 comfortable rooms with …
from CHF 69.–
4
Sanpi
Close to the railway station. 79 tastefully decorated rooms with TV, free wi-fi, safe, minibar, air …
from CHF 80.–
3
Sorell Hotel Rütli
Very attractived hotel at the entrance to the charming old town. 58 inviting, spacious, comfortable …
from CHF 137.–
4
Glockenhof
Well maintained and renovated first class hotel, centrally located. 106 modern, comfortable rooms wi…
from CHF 197.–
3
Mirabell
Modern non-smoking hotel, a few minutes' walk from the main train station. 69 comfortably furnished …
from CHF 87.–
4
Concorde
Well-kept boutique hotel in an excellent location in the historic old town. 72 comfortable rooms wit…
from CHF 119.–
4
Manhattan
Hotel with a charming ambience in a central location opposite the main train station. 55 stylishly f…
from CHF 78.–
Additional Services in Rome
Private transfer from train station
Rome - Private transfer from train station Termini – hotel or vice versa. Privat taxi (1-3 persons) or minibus (5-8 persons).
Price per car/route from CHF 52.-
Coliseum and Gladiators
An experience that will be remembered. See how the gladiators fought 2000 years ago and feel like the old fighters as you enter the arena with unknown fate. »When: Mon, Thu, Fri and Sat at 1.30 pm in English. Duration: approx. 1h30.
Price per person: from CHF 62.-
Hop-on Hop-off City Tour
Go as you please and discover Rome at your own pace. You are able to get on and off the bus as you like. Multilingual audio tape commentary (incl. English). Daily.
Price per person 1 day from CHF 40.-
Additional Services in Venice
Public transportation
Vaporetto tickets for the whole island (incl. train station). The card must always be scanned when boarding the boat.
Price per ticket for 24 hours: adults from CHF 33.-
Gondola tour
Round trip on the water with the traditional Venetian gondola (5-6 persons). You will have the opportunity to discover the true, romantic Venice with its beautiful bridges and romantic lanes. » When: Several times a day. Duration: approx. 30 min.
Price per person: from CHF 45.-
Lagoon Islands
Boat trip to the lagoon islands of Murano (incl. visit to a glass factory), Burano and Torcello. » When: daily 1.4.-31.10. at 9.30 o'clock and at 14.30 o'clock, from 1.11.19-1.4.20 at 14.00 o'clock (excl. holidays), in D/F/E/I. Duration: approx. 3¾ hrs.
Price per person from CHF CHF 26.-
Additional Services in Munich
Public transportation tickets
The tickets are valid for the entire public transportation (excl. airport) for 1 day or 3 days. Children under 6 years are free of charge.
Price per ticket for 1 day from CHF11.-
Day Trip to the Castles of Neuschwanstein & Linderhof
Day trip to the two dream castles of King Luedwig II: Neuschwanstein and Linderhof. Commentary in English. »When: daily. Duratikon: approx. 10 hours. Entrance fee for the castles and lunch are not included.
Price per person: from CHF 76.-
Combinations with Switzerland Packages
Combine your trip to Italy, Switzerland & Germany with any Package in Switzerland, i.e.
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