The Alps offer some of Europe's most glorious and majestic landscapes. On this walking tour, you will traverse gentle slopes while absorbing the beauty of crystal blue lakes and glacial torrents. You will also see the Matterhorn up close.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 - Lausanne
Begin your Alpine walking tour with an overnight flight to Geneva.
Day 2 - Lausanne
Your Go Ahead representative will greet you at Geneva Airport and escort you to your hotel in Lausanne, where you can start exploring the city. Join your group tonight for a welcome dinner. (B, D)
Day 3 - Lausanne
Begin with a guided tour of Lausanne, a city nestled between Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps. Continue with a visit to the Chateau de Chillon followed by a walk through the winegrowing region of Montreux. (B)
Day 4 - Lausanne
Enjoy a free day in Lausanne or opt for a guided tour of the lovely town of Annecy. Crossing into France, begin by exploring Annecy’s cobblestone streets and scenic canal. Then enjoy lunch with your group and indulge in a restorative lake cruise. (B, L)
Day 5 - Zermatt
Transfer to Zermatt, your gateway to the Matterhorn. In Taesch, board a mountain train that brings you to the town of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn. Stretch your legs on this afternoon’s walk as your tour director introduces you to this famed ski resort. Dinner is included this evening. (B, D)
Day 6 - Zermatt
Take in Matterhorn’s peaks and grandeur today with an alpine walk and a gondola ride. Lunch is included. (B, L)
Day 7 - Interlaken
Enjoy the scenic splendor of the Alps as you continue on to Interlaken, a resort in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Enjoy dinner with your group. (B, D)
Day 8 - Interlaken
Embark on a full-day excursion to Grindelwald, a Swiss mountain village with a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains. Take in the views on a gondola ride and a walk. Then continue on to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Jungfraujoch, a windswept mountain pass known as the “Top of Europe.” (B)
Day 9 - Lucerne
Head north to the lakeside city of Lucerne. On a guided tour, visit the Löwendenkmal (Lion Monument), a sandstone tribute to fallen Swiss Guards; and stroll across the Kapellbrücke, a medieval covered bridge—the murals lining the ceiling are nearly identical to those painted in the 14th century. This evening, partake in a savory tradition at an optional Swiss Folklore Dinner, featuring specialties such as fondue and live entertainment. (B)
$79
Swiss Folklore Evening
Take part in a long-standing Swiss tradition at a festive dinner and show, featuring local Lucerne delicacies and fondue.
Day 10 - Lucerne
Enjoy a cruise around Lake Lucerne today, followed by a walk through the city’s alpine splendor. Join your group tonight for a Farewell Dinner. (B, D)
Day 11 - Lausanne
Transfer to the Zurich airport to board your flight home or extend your stay with a trip to Munich. (B)
Extend Your Stay
Add 3 nights,
$499 (Single room: add $159)
Munich is the world capital of beer and beer culture. Bavaria's capital and one of Germany's biggest cities, Munich has more than its share of great museums, architectural treasures, historic sites, and world-class shops, restaurants, and hotels. The same could be said of its abundance of lederhosen and oompah bands. But it's the overall feeling of Gemütlichkeit, or conviviality, that makes the city so special. Tourists flock to Munich year-round, but festival dates—especially Fasching, or Carnival, in the winter, and Oktoberfest in the fall—draw the most.