Europa Magistral
Duration
17 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Start city
Paris
Available
April 2025 / March 2026
Cities to visit: Paris; Burgundy; Beaune, Burgundy; Lyon, Ródano Alpes; Geneva; Chillon Castle; Gruyeres; Leysin; Interlaken; Aareschlucht; Chiasso; Lugano; Burglen; Lucerne; Einsiedeln; Vaduz; Feldkirch; Lake Constance; Lindau; Munich; Salzburg; ; Vienna; Bratislava; Region Of Carinthia; Venice, Véneto; Florence; Rome
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Detailed day by day description
Introduction
Dear Traveler: thank you for choosing us to perform this Tour! We hope you enjoy your trip.
Here we give you a guidance on their tour with the information that we believe may be of your interest. The information is indicative, may exist variations on designated hours.
TRANSFER from the airport, if you have it included or purchasing. Our transfer will be waiting for you with a poster on behalf of Europamundo or its name to the output of the custom (after collecting your luggage)..
Remember to inform us by phone if you lost your connection flight or expected delay of their arrival, in your VOUCHER figure the phone of the transfer.
IMPORTANT: If you had additional nights upon arrival the hotel will have your reservation, but his travel guide normally will not be until the night before the start of the tour.
Day
Welcome to Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
IMPORTANT:
-Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
-If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information board with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
-During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. If these activities are available on the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.
Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.
IMPORTANT:
-Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
-If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information board with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
-During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. If these activities are available on the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.
Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.
París –día libre.- Nuestro guía le ofrecerá como actividad opcional para complementar su visita a París un Paseo por el Sena en barco y Barrio Latino. Si prefiere, puede tomarse el día libre y pasear siguiendo su criterio.
Total distance covered: 310 km.
Scenery: Stunning views of Lake Geneva, with vast lakes and towering snow-capped mountains in the distance.
Note: Please keep your passport handy as there may be border controls when entering Switzerland.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Lyon. We’ll head into the mountainous regions as we make our way to Switzerland.
10:00 a.m. – Geneva, the capital of the French-speaking part of Switzerland. This city on the shores of Lake Geneva is home to the European headquarters of the United Nations, the International Labour Organization, the Red Cross, and many other international organizations. Our bus will pass by the Palace of Nations, stroll through the beautiful English Garden with its famous flower clock, and admire the Jet d’Eau, Europe’s tallest fountain.
12:45 p.m. – Departure from Geneva. We’ll follow Lake Geneva, passing through stunning vineyard landscapes and snowy mountains in the horizon.
01:45 p.m. – Lausanne, a city in western Switzerland crossed by four rivers that carry water from the Alps into Lake Geneva. Lausanne is where the International Olympic Committee was founded in 1894 and has hosted its headquarters ever since. We’ll stop at the Olympic Park, on the shores of the lake, an iconic spot dedicated to sports and Olympic culture.
02:30 p.m. – Departure from Lausanne.
03:30 p.m. – Gruyeres. Time to stroll through the center of this picturesque walled town, famous for producing the cheese that bears its name. Nearby are some of Switzerland’s major chocolate manufacturers, such as Nestlé. We’ll visit the Cailler Chocolate Factory and enjoy a sweet tasting.
06:00 p.m. – Departure from Gruyeres.
06:45 p.m. – Arrival in Fribourg, a bilingual French/German city with a charming old town.
Note: Due to the limited number of hotel options in Fribourg, accommodation may sometimes be arranged in a nearby town.
Scenery: Stunning views of Lake Geneva, with vast lakes and towering snow-capped mountains in the distance.
Note: Please keep your passport handy as there may be border controls when entering Switzerland.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Lyon. We’ll head into the mountainous regions as we make our way to Switzerland.
10:00 a.m. – Geneva, the capital of the French-speaking part of Switzerland. This city on the shores of Lake Geneva is home to the European headquarters of the United Nations, the International Labour Organization, the Red Cross, and many other international organizations. Our bus will pass by the Palace of Nations, stroll through the beautiful English Garden with its famous flower clock, and admire the Jet d’Eau, Europe’s tallest fountain.
12:45 p.m. – Departure from Geneva. We’ll follow Lake Geneva, passing through stunning vineyard landscapes and snowy mountains in the horizon.
01:45 p.m. – Lausanne, a city in western Switzerland crossed by four rivers that carry water from the Alps into Lake Geneva. Lausanne is where the International Olympic Committee was founded in 1894 and has hosted its headquarters ever since. We’ll stop at the Olympic Park, on the shores of the lake, an iconic spot dedicated to sports and Olympic culture.
02:30 p.m. – Departure from Lausanne.
03:30 p.m. – Gruyeres. Time to stroll through the center of this picturesque walled town, famous for producing the cheese that bears its name. Nearby are some of Switzerland’s major chocolate manufacturers, such as Nestlé. We’ll visit the Cailler Chocolate Factory and enjoy a sweet tasting.
06:00 p.m. – Departure from Gruyeres.
06:45 p.m. – Arrival in Fribourg, a bilingual French/German city with a charming old town.
Note: Due to the limited number of hotel options in Fribourg, accommodation may sometimes be arranged in a nearby town.
Total distance covered: 309 km.
Scenery: This stage offers spectacular views of year-round snow-capped peaks and beautiful lakes.
Tip: Bring some warm clothing for the boat ride to enjoy the experience on deck.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Fribourg. We’ll take a charming and scenic route through the canton of Bern, passing hills, forests, and green fields. We’ll make a photo stop along the way, either at Schwarzenburg Castle or, depending on accommodation, at a viewpoint over Lake Thun or Lake Brienz.
09:30 a.m. – Interlaken. We’ll stop for a stroll in this tourist town nestled between lakes Thun and Brienz, from which it takes its name.
10:30 a.m. – Departure from Interlaken.
11:15 a.m. – Aare Gorge. Admission will be included to walk along the pathways and tunnels of this stunning 200-meter-deep, 1.4 km-long gorge carved into limestone by the Aar River. Lunch will be included.
01:00 p.m. – Departure from Aare Gorge. We’ll head toward one of Switzerland’s most spectacular mountain passes: the Susten Pass, with its eternal snow and glaciers. We’ll stop along the way to take in the breathtaking high mountain glacial scenery. Surrounded by these impressive landscapes, we’ll continue toward the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland, crossing the famous 17 km-long Gotthard Tunnel.
04:00 p.m. – Gandria. Brief stop in this charming village on the shores of Lake Lugano, known for its traditional architecture, narrow, steep streets, and picturesque setting.
04:45 p.m. – Gandria. We’ll board a boat (ticket included) for a cruise on the lake to Lugano, the main city of Italian-speaking Switzerland.
05:30 p.m. – Arrival in Lugano, a major financial hub and popular tourist destination, famous for its mild climate, lakeside promenade, parks, and vibrant cultural life. You’ll have free time to explore the city.
06:30 p.m. – Departure from Lugano.
07:00 p.m. – Arrival in Chiasso, a Swiss city on the border with Italy.
Note:
-Until the end of May and from the beginning of October, the Susten Pass may be closed due to snow. In that case, we’ll travel via the Brünig Pass, which is also very scenic.
-In winter, the Aareschlucht Falls are closed, so we’ll visit the charming towns of Brienz and Meiringen instead.
-Occasionally, accommodation may be in the metropolitan area of Como.
Scenery: This stage offers spectacular views of year-round snow-capped peaks and beautiful lakes.
Tip: Bring some warm clothing for the boat ride to enjoy the experience on deck.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Fribourg. We’ll take a charming and scenic route through the canton of Bern, passing hills, forests, and green fields. We’ll make a photo stop along the way, either at Schwarzenburg Castle or, depending on accommodation, at a viewpoint over Lake Thun or Lake Brienz.
09:30 a.m. – Interlaken. We’ll stop for a stroll in this tourist town nestled between lakes Thun and Brienz, from which it takes its name.
10:30 a.m. – Departure from Interlaken.
11:15 a.m. – Aare Gorge. Admission will be included to walk along the pathways and tunnels of this stunning 200-meter-deep, 1.4 km-long gorge carved into limestone by the Aar River. Lunch will be included.
01:00 p.m. – Departure from Aare Gorge. We’ll head toward one of Switzerland’s most spectacular mountain passes: the Susten Pass, with its eternal snow and glaciers. We’ll stop along the way to take in the breathtaking high mountain glacial scenery. Surrounded by these impressive landscapes, we’ll continue toward the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland, crossing the famous 17 km-long Gotthard Tunnel.
04:00 p.m. – Gandria. Brief stop in this charming village on the shores of Lake Lugano, known for its traditional architecture, narrow, steep streets, and picturesque setting.
04:45 p.m. – Gandria. We’ll board a boat (ticket included) for a cruise on the lake to Lugano, the main city of Italian-speaking Switzerland.
05:30 p.m. – Arrival in Lugano, a major financial hub and popular tourist destination, famous for its mild climate, lakeside promenade, parks, and vibrant cultural life. You’ll have free time to explore the city.
06:30 p.m. – Departure from Lugano.
07:00 p.m. – Arrival in Chiasso, a Swiss city on the border with Italy.
Note:
-Until the end of May and from the beginning of October, the Susten Pass may be closed due to snow. In that case, we’ll travel via the Brünig Pass, which is also very scenic.
-In winter, the Aareschlucht Falls are closed, so we’ll visit the charming towns of Brienz and Meiringen instead.
-Occasionally, accommodation may be in the metropolitan area of Como.
Total distance covered: 212 km.
Scenery: Panoramic views from the highway, featuring lakes and mountains.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Chiasso after breakfast.
09:30 a.m. – Bellinzona. Free time in the capital of Italian-speaking Switzerland, renowned for its three medieval castles, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perched on the hills, these castles played a key historical role as Alpine fortifications.
10:30 a.m. – Departure from Bellinzona, heading towards the German-speaking region of Switzerland. We’ll cross the Gotthard Pass, with a photo stop at a breathtaking viewpoint.
12:45 p.m. – Arrival in Altdorf, the capital of the canton of Uri and the birthplace of William Tell. It is also one of the founding cantons of independent Switzerland. You’ll have time to stroll and enjoy lunch.
02:00 p.m. – Departure from Altdorf.
02:45 p.m. – Lucerne, the tourism capital of Switzerland. You’ll have the chance to visit iconic landmarks such as the Kapellbrücke, the Lion Monument, the cathedral, the Jesuit Church, and the charming old town. The rest of the afternoon will be yours to explore. Optionally, you can take a cruise on Lake of the Four Cantons to experience the city from the water as well.
Scenery: Panoramic views from the highway, featuring lakes and mountains.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Chiasso after breakfast.
09:30 a.m. – Bellinzona. Free time in the capital of Italian-speaking Switzerland, renowned for its three medieval castles, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perched on the hills, these castles played a key historical role as Alpine fortifications.
10:30 a.m. – Departure from Bellinzona, heading towards the German-speaking region of Switzerland. We’ll cross the Gotthard Pass, with a photo stop at a breathtaking viewpoint.
12:45 p.m. – Arrival in Altdorf, the capital of the canton of Uri and the birthplace of William Tell. It is also one of the founding cantons of independent Switzerland. You’ll have time to stroll and enjoy lunch.
02:00 p.m. – Departure from Altdorf.
02:45 p.m. – Lucerne, the tourism capital of Switzerland. You’ll have the chance to visit iconic landmarks such as the Kapellbrücke, the Lion Monument, the cathedral, the Jesuit Church, and the charming old town. The rest of the afternoon will be yours to explore. Optionally, you can take a cruise on Lake of the Four Cantons to experience the city from the water as well.
Total distance covered: 190 km.
Scenery: Beautiful Swiss landscapes.
Notes:
-Make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the meadows of Heidi’s village.
-Remember to bring Euros for your time in Feldkirch, a little town in Austria near the Swiss border where we’ll be staying the night.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Lucerne. We’ll travel around Lake Lucerne, also known as the Lake of the Four Cantons.
09:15 a.m. - Einsiedeln. Its immense baroque abbey is the main point of pilgrimage in Switzerland. You’ll have time to visit it if you wish and to take a stroll around the city.
10:15 a.m. – Departure from Einsiedeln. We’ll travel eastward towards the border of Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria, passing through beautiful landscapes of hills and lakes. We’ll drive through the picturesque village of Maienfeld, the inspiration for the novel/story of Heidi, famous for its cartoon adaptation.
11:30 p.m. - Heididorf. We’ll stop at the place where "Heidi’s House" is located, a picturesque spot with beautiful landscapes that we’ll reach via a pedestrian path (tickets not included).
12:30 p.m. – Departure from Heididorf. We’ll enter the small independent country of Liechtenstein.
01:00 p.m. - Vaduz. You’ll have time to stroll and enjoy lunch in the charming capital of Liechtenstein, under the graceful shadow of its castle.
02:30 p.m. – Departure from Vaduz.
03:00 p.m. - Feldkirch. Arrival to explore this charming walled city with a beautiful medieval center and a castle in Austria, near the borders of Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Germany. You’ll have free time, during which, if you wish, you can opt for an excursion to the delightful village of Appenzell, known for its painted façades and local beer.
Scenery: Beautiful Swiss landscapes.
Notes:
-Make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the meadows of Heidi’s village.
-Remember to bring Euros for your time in Feldkirch, a little town in Austria near the Swiss border where we’ll be staying the night.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Lucerne. We’ll travel around Lake Lucerne, also known as the Lake of the Four Cantons.
09:15 a.m. - Einsiedeln. Its immense baroque abbey is the main point of pilgrimage in Switzerland. You’ll have time to visit it if you wish and to take a stroll around the city.
10:15 a.m. – Departure from Einsiedeln. We’ll travel eastward towards the border of Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria, passing through beautiful landscapes of hills and lakes. We’ll drive through the picturesque village of Maienfeld, the inspiration for the novel/story of Heidi, famous for its cartoon adaptation.
11:30 p.m. - Heididorf. We’ll stop at the place where "Heidi’s House" is located, a picturesque spot with beautiful landscapes that we’ll reach via a pedestrian path (tickets not included).
12:30 p.m. – Departure from Heididorf. We’ll enter the small independent country of Liechtenstein.
01:00 p.m. - Vaduz. You’ll have time to stroll and enjoy lunch in the charming capital of Liechtenstein, under the graceful shadow of its castle.
02:30 p.m. – Departure from Vaduz.
03:00 p.m. - Feldkirch. Arrival to explore this charming walled city with a beautiful medieval center and a castle in Austria, near the borders of Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Germany. You’ll have free time, during which, if you wish, you can opt for an excursion to the delightful village of Appenzell, known for its painted façades and local beer.
Distancia total realizada: 480 Km.Paisajes: Muy hermosos paisajes toda la etapa: Montañas, bosques, lagos, hermosos pueblos en ruta.
Notas: Recomendamos lleve consigo ropa de abrigo para disfrutar en la cubierta durante el paseo en barco . Los horarios en los meses de invierno serán modificados de cara a aprovechar la luz solar.
07:30 hrs Munich -Salida. Paso a Austria.
10:00 hrs Salzburgo -Llegada. Tiempo para pasear en su bellísimo centro monumental y almorzar.
13:00 hrs Salzburgo –salida-. Seguimos pequeñas carreteras que nos permiten disfrutar de magníficos paisajes entre montañas y lagos.
14:00 hrs . - St. Wolfgang . Lugar de peregrinación en hermoso pueblo junto a lago.
15:00 hrs St. Wolfgang –salida-.
15:45 hrs . - Traunkirchen – Llegada-. Embarcamos aquí para realizar un pequeño crucero en este bonito lago entre montañas. Divisamos los cuatro castillos del lago. Duración del crucero aproximadamente 45 minutos.
16:30 hrs Gmunden , desembarcamos en esta población y continuamos nuestra ruta hacia la capital de Austria.
20:30 hrs .- Viena –Llegada-.
Notas: Recomendamos lleve consigo ropa de abrigo para disfrutar en la cubierta durante el paseo en barco . Los horarios en los meses de invierno serán modificados de cara a aprovechar la luz solar.
07:30 hrs Munich -Salida. Paso a Austria.
10:00 hrs Salzburgo -Llegada. Tiempo para pasear en su bellísimo centro monumental y almorzar.
13:00 hrs Salzburgo –salida-. Seguimos pequeñas carreteras que nos permiten disfrutar de magníficos paisajes entre montañas y lagos.
14:00 hrs . - St. Wolfgang . Lugar de peregrinación en hermoso pueblo junto a lago.
15:00 hrs St. Wolfgang –salida-.
15:45 hrs . - Traunkirchen – Llegada-. Embarcamos aquí para realizar un pequeño crucero en este bonito lago entre montañas. Divisamos los cuatro castillos del lago. Duración del crucero aproximadamente 45 minutos.
16:30 hrs Gmunden , desembarcamos en esta población y continuamos nuestra ruta hacia la capital de Austria.
20:30 hrs .- Viena –Llegada-.
09:00 a.m. - We’ll begin our panoramic tour of Vienna, guided by a local expert. This two-and-a-half-hour tour will showcase the famous Ringstrasse, Vienna’s main boulevard, the Opera House, the exterior of the Hofburg Palace, the Prater Gardens, Belvedere Palace, and the University. The tour will conclude at Schönbrunn Palace. Guests who wish to visit the palace can do so, while others will be transported back to the city center. We’ll make two stops during the tour.
07:00 p.m. - We’ll provide a transfer to Town Hall Square, where you can enjoy the evening lights and the vibrant atmosphere of the surrounding streets. Our guide will help you get acquainted with the area.
09:30 p.m. - Return to the hotel.
07:00 p.m. - We’ll provide a transfer to Town Hall Square, where you can enjoy the evening lights and the vibrant atmosphere of the surrounding streets. Our guide will help you get acquainted with the area.
09:30 p.m. - Return to the hotel.
Distancia total realizada: 310 km.
Paisajes: Agradables; poblaciones históricas en el recorrido.
Por la mañana traslado al mirador de Michelangelo donde podremos tener una de las vistas más bellas sobre la ciudad. Paramos para tomar una foto antes de dirigirnos a la ciudad. Tras ello, incluimos una visita panorámica de la ciudad con guía local, la visita dura aproximadamente dos horas, se realiza la mayor parte caminando por el centro histórico; admiraremos la catedral, las plazas, el Ponte Vechio sobre el Arno…. Tiempo libre posteriormente. Almuerzo incluido para los pasajeros que adquirieron media pensión.
16:30 hrs. - Florencia -Salida.
20:30 hrs . – Roma –Llegada-.
Paisajes: Agradables; poblaciones históricas en el recorrido.
Por la mañana traslado al mirador de Michelangelo donde podremos tener una de las vistas más bellas sobre la ciudad. Paramos para tomar una foto antes de dirigirnos a la ciudad. Tras ello, incluimos una visita panorámica de la ciudad con guía local, la visita dura aproximadamente dos horas, se realiza la mayor parte caminando por el centro histórico; admiraremos la catedral, las plazas, el Ponte Vechio sobre el Arno…. Tiempo libre posteriormente. Almuerzo incluido para los pasajeros que adquirieron media pensión.
16:30 hrs. - Florencia -Salida.
20:30 hrs . – Roma –Llegada-.
08:00 a.m. – After breakfast, we’ll include a panoramic tour of approximately two and a half hours through Italy’s capital, one of the oldest and most influential cities in Western civilization, an open-air museum in itself. We’ll pass by landmarks such as the Arch of Constantine, the Roman Forums, Circus Maximus, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Cosmedin with the Bocca della Verità (the Mouth of Truth), the Republican Temples, the Baths of Caracalla, the Aurelian Walls, the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, the Minor Basilica of Saint Mary in Domnica alla Navicella, the Pyramid of Cestius, Porta San Paolo, Tiber Island, Lungotevere Avenue with the Babylonian-style Jewish Synagogue, and the exterior of Castel Sant´Angelo.
This tour will conclude in Vatican City, an independent state within Rome and the heart of the Catholic Church. For those interested, our guide will offer an optional visit after the panoramic tour, providing deeper insight into St. Peter’s Basilica and the most notable rooms of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. The afternoon will be free.
06:30 p.m. - In the evening, we´ll include a transfer to Trastevere, a lively neighborhood known for its charming traditional restaurants. We’ll return to the hotel at approximately 08:30 p.m.
This tour will conclude in Vatican City, an independent state within Rome and the heart of the Catholic Church. For those interested, our guide will offer an optional visit after the panoramic tour, providing deeper insight into St. Peter’s Basilica and the most notable rooms of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. The afternoon will be free.
06:30 p.m. - In the evening, we´ll include a transfer to Trastevere, a lively neighborhood known for its charming traditional restaurants. We’ll return to the hotel at approximately 08:30 p.m.
Enjoy a full day of free time to continue exploring the city. Today, we recommend an optional excursion to Naples, Capri, and Pompeii.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
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