Transfer: Take a direct train from Zurich to Lucerne using the Swiss Travel Pass.
Check-in: Unwind at this beautiful lakefront hotel. Enjoy the stunning views of Lake Lucerne right from your room.
Explore Lucerne's old town, the Chapel Bridge, and the Lion Monument.
Visit the Swiss Transport Museum (entry included with the Swiss Travel Pass).
Relax by Lake Lucerne or enjoy a stroll along the promenade.
Day 2: Day Trip to Lauterbrunnen
Transfer: Use your Swiss Travel Pass to take a scenic train to Lauterbrunnen.
Visit the stunning Staubbach Falls and the charming village of Lauterbrunnen.
Take the train to nearby villages like Wengen or Grindelwald, both accessible with your pass.
Head back to Lucerne by evening.
Day 3: Engelberg – Mount Titlis DDLJ
Transfer: Take a train from Lucerne to Engelberg (Swiss Travel Pass covers the train ride).
Enjoy the famous cable car ride up to Mount Titlis, offering panoramic views of snow-capped mountains. Relive iconic scenes from Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge.
Visit a local shop in Engelberg to buy Swiss DDLJ cowbells.
Explore Engelberg and return to Lucerne
Day 4: Mount Rigi & Transfer to Lake Como, Italy
Start8 AM : Enjoy a scenic boat ride from Lucerne to Vitznau on Lake Lucerne, included in your Swiss Travel Pass.
Board the cogwheel train from Vitznau to the summit of Mount Rigi, taking in stunning vistas along the way.
Note: Boat ride and cogwheel train are the main experience here, so return to Lucern on time after taking a few pictures on top to catch the train to Lake Como at 4 pm
Transfer : Direct 3h train from Lucern to Como s. Giovanni (included) After arriving in Como, take bus C30 to Lezzeno (online booking not available so not included)
Check-in : Settle into your hotel with stunning Lake Como views, relax, and take in the serene beauty of the lake.
Day 5: Lugano and Bellagio with Enchanting Boat Cruise
Lake Tour 9 am: Embark on a full-day tour of Lake Como, Lugano, Bellagio, and cruise experiences. Discover charming lakeside towns, enjoy breathtaking views, and explore the beauty of the area by boat.
Relax after 6 pm: After the tour, return to the hotel and relax by the lakeside.
Day 6: Lake Como Winery Tour
11 am Winery tour with tasting: With the guide of the winemaker you will enjoy 3 fine wines paired with local food delicacies, white wine with local ham and olive oil, red wine with local cheese and other sophisticated pairings. Naturally leavened bread made with special flour accompanies each tasting. You will learn about local viticulture as well as the stages of wine production. (1.5 hours)
Optional Activities Near Hotel Villa Aurora(not included) :
Kayaking on Lake Como: Rent a kayak for a relaxing paddle across the lake's crystal-clear waters.
Hiking in the Surrounding Hills: Enjoy scenic walks or hikes with panoramic lake views.
Explore Lezzeno Village: Wander through the quaint streets of this charming lakeside town.
Day 7: Transfer to Milan
Morning Departure: Travel from Lake Como to Milan by train.
Explore Milan: After checking into your hotel in Milan, spend the day exploring the city’s landmarks, such as the Milan Cathedral (Duomo), the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and the historic La Scala Opera House.
Day 8: Transfer To Nice, France
Transfer: Take a direct bus from Milan to Nice (Bus is the only option available on this route)
Check-in at 4 pm: Unwind at this beautiful sea view apartment. Enjoy the stunning views of Mediterranean right from your room.
Day 9 : Nice to Jewels of Provence Full-Day Tour with Transfers
Discover the best of Provence, from lavender fields and vineyards to charming medieval towns, on a day trip from Nice. Visit Antibes, Grasse, Gordon, Saint Paul de Vence, and Tourrettes-sur-Loup.
After a hotel pickup from Nice, begin your tour in Antibes, stroll along Billionaire's Pier, and admire the luxury yachts.
Shop colorful wares at a traditional Provencal market.
Grasse, visit Fragonard Perfumery while you’re exploring the world's capital of perfume.
Saint Paul De Vence - famous for artists like Matisse, Picasso, and Chagall.
Stop for lunch and then go to Gourdon, an ancient town with a fortified gate &narrow streets
End your tour in the medieval village of Tourrettes-sur-Loup, this village became a meeting point for artists in the 1920s and remains an artistic haven on the Riviera.
Day 10: Eze Village and Monaco
Transfer: Take a public bus or train from Nice to Èze (about 30 minutes).
Explore Èze Village: Stroll through the narrow, cobblestone streets of this medieval village perched on a hill with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Transfer: Continue your journey from Èze to Monaco (around 15 minutes by train or bus).
Visit Monte Carlo Casino: End your day with a visit to the iconic Monte Carlo Casino, known for its glamorous atmosphere and architectural beauty. Even if you're not gambling, you can explore the stunning interiors and enjoy the ambiance.
Return to Nice: Take a short train or bus ride back to Nice in the evening (about 20-30 minutes).
Day 11: Return flight from Nice
Morning: Browse local markets like Cours Saleya Market for souvenirs, local crafts, oils, and soaps made from lavender grown in Provence.
Sample Socca, a traditional chickpea pancake, and explore the charming streets of Nice's Old Town.
Return: After soaking in the last bits of French Riviera charm, head to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport for your return flight, carrying memories of your scenic journey across Europe.
