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Jewels of Alpine Europe

13 days  |  15 days with Salzburg extension  |  Estimated monthly payments as low as $162

Group size
15–38 travelers
Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars

367
Activity level

Discover Alpine wonders across five countries, from cozy villages to grand vistas.

Explore the heart of Europe, where snowcapped peaks meet lakeside charm. Stroll across Lucerne’s medieval Kapellbrucke, ride the scenic Bernina Express past glaciers and viaducts, and stand in awe beneath Mont Blanc in Chamonix. Cruise Italy’s Lake Como, flanked by grand villas and dramatic cliffs, and wander the storybook streets of Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz. In Innsbruck, marvel at the Golden Roof and colorful Old Town before ending in Munich, home to bustling beer halls and Baroque architecture. With every stop, you’ll uncover cultural gems and stunning alpine scenery—all wrapped in crisp mountain air and rich seasonal beauty. To follow the sound of music, take us up on the extension to Salzburg’s Baroque spires and echoes of Mozart.

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Your tour package includes

  • 11 nights in handpicked hotels
  • 11 breakfasts
  • 5 dinners with beer or wine
  • 7 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Director & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach
  • 1 train ride

Included highlights

  • Kapellbrücke
  • Interlaken
  • Chamonix
  • Mont Blanc
  • Lake Como cruise
  • Bernina Express train ride
  • Liechtenstein
  • Munich Residenz
  • Glockenspiel

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to Zurich today.

Lucerne Region

Day 2: Arrival in Zurich & transfer to Lucerne Region

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Welcome to Switzerland—or, as they say in the local dialect, gruezi (“GROO-tsee”)! Transfer to the Lucerne region and get settled into your hotel. Then, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner, served with beer or wine.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars

Overall average based on 367 traveler ratings

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Trip of a Lifetime!

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Melissa, traveled in Jun 2025

The views and towns/villages visited on this trip were incredible! Every coach ride was filled with beautiful and outstanding scenery - like out of postcard with lush green landscape, rolling mountains and hills, and countless lakes and rivers. Megeve, Annecy, and Chamonix in...

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Thanks for the amazing review! We're so glad you loved the scenery, the charming towns, and had such a great time with your group and...

The good, the bad and the ugly!

3 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Jun 2025

3 people found this review helpful

Pros: Paula was an excellent tour guide. She is top notch, very personable and knowledgable. The bus and the drivers were fantastic! We met some great people and had a lot of fun. Cons: the food included with the tour was mediocre. (the bad)The hotels ( the ugly) ranged from...

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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are so glad to hear that Paula and the bus drivers made a positive...

Jewels of Alpine

4 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Jun 2025

This was a beautiful tour. I especially liked the first few days of the tour with all of the beauty. It would be nice to switch the tour around and start in Munich and Salzburg and save the best for last. The bus sometimes was a little too much, but I loved that we got out every...

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Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback! We’re so glad to hear that you found the tour beautiful and especially...

Poor Tour Guide

2 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Jun 2025

Our tour guide did not know the territory so he had very little to add at any of the locations and was more interested in getting a head count of us at each stop than anything else.

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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience with your Tour Director did not meet...

3 out of 5 stars

4th-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Jun 2025

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Great Tour

4 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in May 2025

I very much enjoyed the Jewels of Alpine tour. Our Tour Director, Laura was fantastic and went above and beyond for the group consistently. Our driver Laurent was also excellent and I felt very safe on the bus with him at the wheel, especially during the alpine drives. Both...

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Lucerne Region - Grand Hotel Europe

This Belle Époque hotel is located near the lake promenade. Guests enjoy a restaurant, bar, and outdoor terrace. Nearby, you’ll find Lake Lucerne, Chapel Bridge, and the Swiss Museum of Transport.

French Alps - Novotel Megève Mont-Blanc

This charming hotel is located in Megève. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, an on-site restaurant, and a fitness center. Nearby, you'll find the Eglise Saint-Jean Baptiste, the Ècole De Ski Oxygène, and the Chapelle Sainte Anne.

Lake Como Region - NH Pontevecchio

This scenic hotel is located in Lecco, on the shores of Lake Como. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, a gym, and restaurant. Nearby, you’ll find walking paths, Palazzo Delle Paure, and Villa Manzoni.

St. Moritz - Hotel Laudinella

This rustic hotel is located in the Upper Engadin Valley of St. Moritz. Guests enjoy a restaurant, pool, and spa with turkish bath. Nearby, you’ll find Lake St. Moritz, the Lake of Staz, and the Segantini Museum.

Austrian Alps - Hotel Edelmanns

This stylish hotel is located in the Austrian Alps town of Tirol, just outside of Innsbruck. Guests enjoy the sauna, fitness center, and impressive bar. Nearby you'll find the Dorfpark, Innsbruck Botanical Garden, and the...

Munich - Holiday Inn Munich City Centre

This centrally-located hotel is located in the heart of Munich. Guests enjoy the fitness center, Finnish style sauna, and an on-site restaurant. Nearby, you’ll find the Au-Haidhausen district, Marienplatz, and Residenz.

Salzburg - Hotel Mercure Salzburg City

This elegant hotel is located in Salzburg. Guests enjoy a delightful on-site restaurant with a terrace, and a relaxing bar. Nearby, you'll find the Hohensalzburg Fortress, Mozart's Birthplace, and the beautiful Mirabell Palace...

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Flights

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