10D Wonders of Austria and Switzerland

HIGHLIGHTS

3 Countries

Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein

6 Cities

Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Lucerne, Bern, Schaffhausen

Includes:

Return economy class airfare with airport taxes & fuel charges

Accommodation, meals & transfers as per the itinerary

Licensed tour guide & driver

Sightseeing & admission fees as per itinerary

Complimentary basic travel insurance plan for Singapore citizens / residents / employment pass holders

ITINERARY

DAY 1: SINGAPORE - VIENNA

Troop down to Singapore Changi Airport where you will set off to Vienna, the beautiful capital of Austria otherwise

also known as Wien.

Note

You will assemble at the airport on the night of Day 1. However, the flight only departs after midnight.

DAY 2: VIENNA

Highlights: Ringstrasse, Opera House, Hofburg, Parliament Building, Town Hall, Burgtheater, Schonbrunn Palace

Today, embark on a city tour to view significant landmarks from Ringstrasse to Opera House, Hofburg, Parliament

Building, Town Hall and Burgtheater. The Burgtheater was largely destroyed in a bombing raid in 1945 and 1

month later, on April 12, 1945, it was further damaged by a fire of unknown origin. Thereafter, head to a major

Viennese attraction, Schonbrunn Palace. Schonbrunn Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Austria's most

visited attraction. This Baroque synthesis of different arts, consisting of a palace and gardens, has been in the

possession of the Habsburgs for centuries, and has been restored to its original condition.

DAY 3: VIENNA - MONDSEE - SALZBURG

Highlights: Basilica St Michael, Mirabell Palace, Residence Square, Mozart Square, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s

Birthplace

This morning, head to Mondsee. The town is home to the historic medieval Basilica St Michael, commonly known

as Mondsee Abbey. This church reached international fame because the spectacular wedding scene in the “Sound of

Music” was filmed inside. Continue to Salzburg, the hometown of Mozart. Enjoy the expansive view of the

breathtaking countryside, where the well-loved musical, “The Sound of Music”, was based on. Discover this

delightful musical city at your leisure and rejoice in sights like Mirabell Palace, Residence Square, Mozart Square

and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s birthplace at No.9 Getridegasse Street.

DAY 4: SALZBURG - INNSBRUCK - VADUZ - LUCERNE

Highlights: Golden Roof, Swarovski Crystal shop, Vaduz Town Centre

This morning, visit Innsbruck, which features the Golden Roof in the old town. For those who adore all things

Swarovski, your calling is right here as you visit the Swarovski Crystal shop. Next, cross the border and make a

brief stop at town centre of charming Vaduz, capital city of Liechtenstein, which is one of the world’s richest

countries. Then, move on to Switzerland arriving at the composed township of Lucerne. Tonight, savour a Swiss

combo fondue dinner of cheese, meat and chocolate.

DAY 5: LUCERNE

Highlights: Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument

This morning, take a walking tour to Chapel Bridge and the stirring Lion Monument, carved from a limestone cliff in

memory to the Swiss guards that died defending the French King. Thereafter, you may opt to while the day away

with a cuppa or well, there's always shopping. Luxury brands, watches, music boxes, famous Swiss chocolates and

more, there’s (almost) something for everyone. You may also choose to take an optional excursion to the top of Mt

Titlis at your own expense.

DAY 6: LUCERNE - BERN - INTERLAKEN

Highlights: Clock Tower, Bern Bear Park

Begin your trip with a scenic drive to Bern, the capital of Switzerland. Upon arrival, proceed to Bahnhofplatz and

commence your tour of the city. The best way to explore this compact historical precinct is on foot; so embark on a

walking tour and take in its genteel streetscape of Renaissance-style fountains and cobblestone laneways. Keep

your eyes peeled for the 16th-century astronomical Clock Tower with its ornate decorations. A short walk away, you

will find house No. 49, once Albert Einstein’s home where he had written the groundbreaking “Theory of Relativity”

in 1905. Not to be missed is a visit to the iconic Bern Bear Park, dedicated to the bear which is the protagonist of

Bern’s coat of arms. Thereafter, make your journey to Interlaken, an integral and breathtaking attraction of the

Swiss Alps. Here, you can catch gorgeous views of Jungfrau mountain in the Bernese Oberland region. Stroll

through the town and indulge in a cuppa or 2 at one of the many chic sidewalk cafes.

DAY 7: INTERLAKEN

Today, spend the morning at leisure to revel in this spellbinding resort town. Alternatively, you may choose to take

an optional journey to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe at your own expense.

DAY 8: INTERLAKEN - RHINE FALLS - ZURICH

Highlights: Rhine Falls

After days of alpine peaks and valleys, it is time for a change in scenery. Travel to Schaffhausen to witness the

natural grandeur of Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall in Western Europe. Thereafter, proceed to Zurich for your

overnight stay.

DAY 9: ZURICH - SINGAPORE

Spend the morning at leisure, and perhaps take some parting shots of Zurich before you transfer to the airport for

your flight home.

DAY 10: ARRIVE IN SINGAPORE