DAY 1

• GENEVA

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• Here we Go!
• A welcome package with a city map, train tickets (if relevant), local contact list, various brochures of the destinations you will be visiting and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be waiting for you upon arrival at the first hotel on your trip.
• An English-speaking representative will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby for your added comfort. The representative will assist in checking in and walk you through the welcome package documents, your itinerary and answer your questions.
• Transfer from the airport to your hotel in a private vehicle with driver.

DAY 2

• GENEVA

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• City Streets and Tasty Treats
• Meet your guide for a private walking tour inspired by chocolate and cheese. During this gastronomic tour, you will stop at many of Geneva’s top chocolate and cheese boutique artisan shops to discover some of the finest Swiss chocolate and cheese specialties. Among the marvels created by the chocolatiers are delicious traditional Pavés de Genève (Geneva paving stones), which make for ideal gifts to take home to your family and friends. Your tour begins on the shores of Lake Leman along Geneva's right bank featuring stunning views of the Alps beyond and the towering Jet d'Eau – the world's tallest fountain. Continue along Geneva's park-like promenades and across the Rhone River into Geneva's ritzy shopping and banking district.  From there, the tour moves onto the Old Town which presents itself like a Gothic maze of cobblestone streets.  The Old Town is home to many historic structures including Saint Peter’s Cathedral, the Town Hall, Halle de Rive and the Place Neuve. Your walking tour will conclude with your guide escorting you back at your hotel. This tour includes multiple chocolate and cheese tastings.
• The Patek Philippe Museum in Geneva is considered one of the world's foremost horology museums. Meet your English-speaking guide and private driver for a guided tour of the museum. Located in an entirely restored Art Deco building in the area of Plainpalais, in Geneva, the museum houses over four centuries of watchmaking divided into two important collections: the extraordinary antique collection from the 16th century, which includes the earliest ever watch made and the Patek Philippe collection from 1839 onwards. The latter bears testament to over 165 years of manufacturing the world's finest watches and intricate movements and includes the most complicated timepiece ever made, the Caliber 89. This astonishing museum is a logical and faithful conclusion to a true legacy of genius, and a must visit for any watch aficionado.

DAY 3

• GENEVA TO BERN

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• See the Signature Sights in Style
• Enjoy a private transfer from Geneva to Bern with vehicle and English speaking driver.
• Enjoy a half day tour of Bern with an English-speaking guide and private vehicle. Stroll through the UNESCO World Heritage Site and explore all the greatest sights, but also the little alcoves, fountains, towers, and arcades. Traverse the city's Old Town, which extends from the loop of the river Aare, across the "Moränenhügel" westwards to the site of the medieval fortifications. Continue with a visit to the western city gate and tour the Clock Tower. Here you will enjoy a unique view over the rooftops and streets of Bern. Also, discover ancient technology and benefit from the performance of the clockwork figures (1530; begins 4 minutes before every full hour) and workings of the astronomical clock. The tour includes the entrance fee to the Clock Tower.

DAY 4

• BERN

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• Pedal Through the Past
• Meet your English-speaking driver for a fascinating private tour to the Emmental Valley. Enjoy the ride through the valley where the famous Emmental cheese is produced. This region is distinguished by gentle green pastures, soft hills, and tiny villages. These settlements feature quaint farmhouses that hide beneath large roofs and colorful flower beds. Relax while you travel through this intimate countryside until you arrive at Affoltern to meet your guide at the Emmental cheese dairy. Here you will learn the secrets of cheese production and see the Emmentaler dairy show!

DAY 5

• BERN TO INTERLAKEN

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• A Dazzling Drive
• Meet your private English-speaking driver for a transfer from Bern to Interlaken. Approximate travel time is 45 minutes.
• The center of Interlaken can't be thought of without horse and carriage rides! Enjoy a peaceful 1-hour ride in a carriage and enjoy an all new experience.

DAY 6

• INTERLAKEN

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• Just a Walk in the Park
• Meet your private English-speaking driver to take in some of the world's most famous and dramatic scenery. A short drive takes you to Lauterbrunnen and on to Stechelberg, passing en route impressive waterfalls, quaint villages, flowers, meadows and pine trees. At Stechelberg, board Europe's longest aerial cable car to the top of Mt. Schilthorn. The difference in height from the ground station to the very top is 7,000 ft for which you need exactly 1010 seconds traveling time (just under 17 minutes). Linger over an awe-inspiring view stretching from the Black Forest in Germany to the mighty Mont-Blanc massive in France and, of course, the magnificent Mt. Jungfraujoch group with its eternal ice and snow. Lunch can be purchased at the Piz Gloria revolving restaurant located 10,000 ft in the sky, made famous by the 007 James Bond film "On Her Majesty's Secret Service". After lunch, set out on the Birg terrace towards the cliff pathway known as the THRILL WALK, which leads down into the vertical walls of the imposing rock massif. The steel structure clings to the rock, and then swings under the observation platform and the cable car to end below the cable car station, and is an incredible adrenaline rush for adventure seekers. End the day by returning along the same route by private vehicle and driver to Interlaken.

DAY 7

• INTERLAKEN TO LUCERNE

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• All Aboard!
• Enjoy traveling by train without having to navigate the system with the burden of heavy luggage. Your baggage will be transferred from your Interlaken hotel to your next hotel with same day delivery thanks to the Swiss Traveling Bellboy Service. Simply use your luggage tag and have your bags ready at the front desk first thing this morning. The service includes a customized luggage tag and private baggage transfer.
• Board a train with service from Interlaken to Lucerne. Approximate travel time is 2 hours.
• Explore the picturesque storybook city of Lucerne, a charming city with many faces, with your private English-speaking guide. Situated on banks of Lake Lucerne, the city has a long and fascinating history. Begin with a stroll across the 14^th century Chapel Bridge and cross the Mill Bridge to see the macabre “Dance of Death” paintings. Pass by the Musegg Wall, the old city ramparts and the stately Town Hall, displaying suits of armor reminiscent of the Middle Ages. Continue to the Lion Monument, built in tribute to the Swiss Guards who defended the Royal Palace in Versailles during the French Revolution. An optional visit to the Swiss Transport Museum can be arranged. Famous for its huge collection of rail vehicles, aircraft cars, bicycles, and motorbikes as well as other exhibits and models connected with the history of transport and communication. Entrance fees are not included as this is a scenic orientation tour, any entrance fees required must be paid locally.
• Chocolate is often synonymous with Switzerland – a must taste experience for anyone with a sweet tooth. Enter a chocolate lover’s paradise and enjoy a private tour of the Max Chocolatier chocolate-making facilities with a tasting to follow. The experienced chocolatiers are always on hand to tell the stories behind the unique flavors they create.
• Please note that your tour will be conducted by a member of Max Chocolatier, and transportation to and from the venue is not included. Please make your own way to and from the Chocolate Shop.

DAY 8

• LUCERNE

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• Breathe the Mountain Air
• Breathe in the refreshing clear air of Bernese Oberland, and head into the high Alpine wonderland outside of Lucerne with your private English-speaking driver for a full day exploring the picturesque lakes, glacial valleys, and snow-capped peaks. Relax and enjoy the scenic wonders roll by your window as you travel along Lake Lucerne to the ancient Celtic settlement of Alpnachstad. Continue past Lungern Lake into the Aare valley, home to the shimmering beauty of Lake Brienz. Stop in its namesake town, the quaint village of Brienz, and peruse the local stores for various hand-carved wood items. Continue by private vehicle to the valley of 72 waterfalls, where cascades gush down the vertical cliff faces of the Lauterbrunnen valley. The most famous landmark is the thundering Staubbach Falls. Continue to Interlaken to gaze upon magnificent views of Jungfrau summit, the “Queen of the Alps”. Enjoy one last look at the high Alpine country on your return drive to Lucerne at the end of the day.

DAY 9

• LUCERNE TO ZURICH

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• Strolling the Magical Streets
• Meet your private driver and settle in for a transfer by private vehicle from Lucerne to Zurich. Approximate transfer time is 45 minutes.
• Explore the city center of Zurich on a relaxing walking tour through Switzerland’s largest city and one of the world’s most important financial centers. With your private guide, wander along the streets and take in a good overview of Zurich’s many sides. Stroll through the business district, lined with ample shopping opportunities, through the Old Town, and along the lake to recharge amongst the greenery of the city’s recreational areas on the outskirts. Visit Fraumünster to see Chagall’s stained-glass church windows, and stop at the lake for a wonderful panoramic view of the city. Please note, as this is an orientation tour, admissions (if desired) are payable on the spot.
• Kronenhalle is favorite local restaurant, situated in the heart of Zürich’s city center. A world-famous institution since 1924, the restaurant and legendary bar specializes in European dishes and serving up gastronomical delights. The restaurant also serves one of the best chocolate mousses in Zürich. The meal is not included, to be paid locally.

DAY 10

• ZURICH
• Until Next Time…
• Meet your English-speaking driver for a private airport transfer.

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