12-Day 3-Country Imperial Alps

A 12-Day Journey from Vienna to Zürich through Austria, Bavaria & Switzerland
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Duration

12 Days / 11 Nights

Price

$4,928

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183+ Booked

PACKAGE

Itinerary

Embark on a 12-day coach journey through Europe. Explore Vienna, Salzburg, Munich, Dachau, Neuschwanstein, Innsbruck, St. Moritz, Glacier Express, Mount Stanserhorn, and Lucerne, ending in Zürich. Relaxed pacing blends culture, imperial history, castles, and Alpine scenery.

Itinerary Details
  1. Day 1
    Welcome to Vienna

    Arrive in Vienna, Austria’s imperial capital. Meet your tour director and transfer by coach to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy a warm welcome and free time to relax or take an evening stroll through the historic city center.

    Overnight in Vienna.

  2. Day 2
    Vienna and the Habsburgs

    After breakfast, explore Vienna on a guided tour. Drive along the Ringstrasse to see the State Opera, Hofburg Palace, Parliament, and City Hall. Visit Schönbrunn Palace, the imperial summer residence. Afternoon free for leisure.

    Overnight in Vienna.

  3. Day 3
    Vienna to Salzburg via Melk and Mondsee

    After breakfast, depart Vienna and travel through the scenic Wachau Valley. Stop in Melk to admire its Benedictine Abbey, then visit Mondsee with its lakeside church from The Sound of Music. Arrive in Salzburg in the evening.

    Overnight in Salzburg.

  4. Day 4
    The City of Mozart

    After breakfast, explore Salzburg on a guided tour of its UNESCO-listed Old Town. Visit Mirabell Gardens, Salzburg Cathedral, and Getreidegasse. Enjoy a cultural experience highlighting Mozart and the city’s musical heritage. Afternoon free.

    Overnight in Salzburg.

  5. Day 5
    Salzburg to Munich

    After breakfast, travel by coach to Munich, Bavaria’s capital. Enjoy an orientation tour of Marienplatz, the Glockenspiel, and Olympic Park. Evening free to explore the city and savor authentic Bavarian cuisine.

    Overnight in Munich.

  6. Day 6
    Explore Munich and Dachau

    After breakfast, visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, a moving and educational experience. Return to Munich for free time to explore museums, beer halls, or shopping districts.

    Overnight in Munich.

  7. Day 7
    Munich to Innsbruck via Neuschwanstein and Oberammergau

    After breakfast, travel through Bavaria to Neuschwanstein Castle, the inspiration for Disney’s castles. Stop in Oberammergau, famed for its painted houses, then continue into Austria, arriving in Innsbruck for your overnight stay.

    Overnight in Innsbruck.

  8. Day 8
    Beautiful Innsbruck

    After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Innsbruck, set in the heart of the Alps. See the Golden Roof, Imperial Palace, and Old Town. Afternoon free for optional excursions, such as a cable car ride to Nordkette for panoramic alpine views.

    Overnight in Innsbruck.

  9. Day 9
    Engadine Valley to St. Moritz

    After breakfast, travel through the scenic Engadine Valley into Switzerland. Arrive in St. Moritz, a glamorous alpine resort known for luxury and mountain scenery. Enjoy free time to explore the lakeside town.

    Overnight in St. Moritz.

  10. Day 10
    Glacier Express Route to Lucerne

    After breakfast, board the Glacier Express for one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys via Andermatt through dramatic alpine landscapes. Continue by coach to the lakeside city of Lucerne.

    Overnight in Lucerne.

  11. Day 11
    Stanserhorn: Dinner at the ‘Roof of Europe’

    After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed start before ascending Mount Stanserhorn via the CabriO open-top cable car. Take in breathtaking views and enjoy a memorable summit experience, often called the “Roof of Europe.

    ” Return to Lucerne for overnight.

  12. Day 12
    Lucerne to Zurich

    After breakfast, depart Lucerne for Zurich. Enjoy a brief orientation tour of Switzerland’s largest city before your journey concludes.

    End of services in Zurich.

Tour Highlights
    • Arrive in Vienna, Austria’s historic and cultural capital.
    • Airport transfer to hotel, enjoy a smooth and comfortable ride.
    • Welcome briefing, meet your guide and overview the journey.
Accommodations
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Vienna with breakfast
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Salzburg with breakfast
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Munich with breakfast
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Innsbruck with breakfast
  • 1 night hotel accommodation in St. Moritz with breakfast
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Lucerne with breakfast
Package Includes

Coach Tour:

  • Services of a professional tour manager / local guide
  • Air-conditioned coach transportation throughout the tour
  • All applicable hotel taxes and service charges

 

Accommodation:

  • 11 nights hotel accommodation with daily breakfast

 

Exclusive Experiences:

  • Guided sightseeing tours in Vienna, Salzburg, Munich, Innsbruck & Lucerne
  • Entrance to Schönbrunn Palace
  • Visit to Melk Abbey (exterior or interior as per schedule)
  • Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site visit
  • Entrance to Neuschwanstein Castle
  • Glacier Express route journey (reserved seating where applicable)
  • Mount Stanserhorn CabriO cable car experience
  • Summit dinner on Stanserhorn
  • All cultural and meaningful travel experiences as outlined in the itinerary.

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Journey Highlights

What Travelers Are Saying About Our Tours

Our self-drive Switzerland tour was absolutely incredible. The routes through the Alps were breathtaking, and every hotel was perfectly chosen. Everything flowed so smoothly, and we loved having the freedom to explore at our own pace. We’re already planning our next Swiss adventure!

Emily T. 3 days ago

The chauffeur-driven tour was pure comfort from start to finish. Our driver was professional, knowledgeable, and made every transfer effortless. We enjoyed Switzerland’s mountain views and lakeside towns without worrying about directions or timing. It was truly a first-class experience.

Michael E. 5 days ago

Our coach tour of Switzerland was seamless and beautifully organized, from start to finish. We visited iconic cities and stunning alpine landscapes without any stress. The guides were excellent, and everything was perfectly timed. It made experiencing Switzerland easy and unforgettable indeed.

Robert N 7 days ago

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