Alpine Adventure: Austria, Liechtenstein, Italy, Switzerland
Salzburg, Austria
Salzburg – Innsbruck – Vaduz – Lake Como – Zermatt – Lausanne – Lucerne
Travac’s Alpine Adventure is a magical journey that takes you into the very heart of the Tyrolean Alps! Your holiday will commence in the enchanting postcard city of Salzburg, Austria’s Sound of Music capital and the birthplace of Mozart. Salzburg sits on the border of Germany with breathtaking views of the Eastern Alps. Home to one of Europe’s largest intact medieval fortresses, Salzburg boasts an abundance of gardens, Baroque churches, and charming old town delights. You’ll then continue to the Baroque alpine city of Innsbruck, the largest town in the Alps, nestled at the foot of the Nordkette mountain range. You will have the opportunity to take in Innsbruck’s incredible historical landmarks such as the Golden Roof, the Court Church with its stunning bronze statues, the Imperial Palace and Ambras Castle, all of which evoke the grandeur of the Habsburg empire’s bygone greatness. From Innsbruck you will travel to Lake Como, one of the most elegant and scenic lakes in all of Europe. Set against the dramatic foothills of the Alps in northern Lombardy, Lake Como has long attracted artists, aristocrats, and travellers to its gorgeous towns, lush gardens, and deep blue waters. On your way, you will stop in Vaduz, Liechtenstein to take in its lovely views along the Rhine. After your time in Lake Como you will visit Zermatt, known for its spectacular pyramid-shaped Matterhorn peak, the most famous mountain in Europe. You will then travel through the spectacular scenery of Switzerland to the vibrant city of Lausanne, located on Lake Geneva. Home to the International Olympic Committee, Lausanne is notable for its beautiful lake views, medieval character, and fantastic museums. Finally, you will venture to Lucerne, where you will be treated to a cruise along Lake Lucerne and have free time to explore this storybook city.
Competitively priced at $6689 + taxes of $1150 per person based on double occupancy, this tour has limited space. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Ottawa
Today you will depart Ottawa for your flights to Munich. You will be served a dinner and a continental breakfast on board the overnight flight to Europe.
Day 2
Arrival in Salzburg
After arriving in Munich, you will be transferred to your hotel in Salzburg, where you will have time to orient yourself with the neighbourhood.
Salzburg sits on the border of Germany with breathtaking views of the Eastern Alps. Home to one of Europe’s largest intact medieval fortresses, Salzburg boasts an abundance of gardens, Baroque churches, and charming old town delights. Here you can truly experience romance in Mozart’s birthplace. The city’s old town is one of the best-preserved city centres north of the Alps and was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. Salzburg is also famous for once being home to the real Von Trapp family, while The Sound of Music was filmed at various sites in and around the city.
Day 3
Salzburg
After breakfast, we will embark on a tour of the city, including to iconic sites from the Sound of Music (B).
Day 4
Salzburg to Innsbruck
Today we will travel from Salzburg to the Tyrolean capital of Innsbruck. Innsbruck is often referred to as the capital of the Alps. Steeped in centuries of colourful history, Innsbruck features a range of fine examples of Imperial splendour bestowed on the town by numerous Habsburg rulers with a penchant for architecture and creative arts. Visitors are taken on a journey back in time with an enchanting array of splendid architectural gems from the Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Neo-Classical period. Your afternoon will be free to explore this beautiful alpine city known for its joie-de-vivre. (B)
Day 5
Innsbruck
After breakfast, we will depart for our half day walking tour of Innsbruck. Nestled at the foot of the Nordkette mountain range, Innsbruck is a compact city with a cosmopolitan urban centre that boasts a diverse arts scene, impressive imperial and modern architecture, and beautiful alpine vistas. You will see historical landmarks such as the Golden Roof, the Court Church with its stunning bronze statues, the Imperial Palace and Ambras Castle all of which evoke the grandeur of the Habsburg empire’s bygone greatness. Innsbruck also impresses with its visionary urban design to make any modern architecture enthusiast’s heart beat faster.
The remainder of your day will be free to enjoy the area at your leisure. (B)
Day 6
Innsbruck
Today is a free day to enjoy Innsbruck. An optional tour will be offered today ($). (B)
Day 7
Innsbruck to Lake Como
Today we will travel from Innsbruck to Lake Como. Lake Como is one of Italy’s most elegant and scenic destinations, set against the dramatic foothills of the Alps in northern Lombardy. Shaped like an inverted “Y,” the lake is famous for its deep blue waters, steep mountains, and a necklace of picturesque towns, each with historic villas, waterfront promenades, and charming old streets.
A stop will be made in Vaduz, Liechtenstein on route. Vaduz is the small, refined capital of Liechtenstein, nestled in the Rhine Valley between Switzerland and Austria. Dominated by Vaduz Castle perched high on a hillside, Vaduz is a culturally rich city with sweeping views of the mountains. (B)
Day 8
Lake Como
This morning, we will embark on a boat cruise of Lake Como. Your afternoon is free, your Travac Tours Director will have suggestions on how to spend your time. (B)
Day 9
Lake Como to Lausanne
Today we will travel from Lake Como to Lausanne. On route, we will visit the town of Zermatt, a mountain resort known for its spectacular pyramid-shaped Matterhorn peak. After a walking tour and some free time in the area, we will continue to Lausanne. (B)
Day 10
Lausanne
Today you will have a walking tour of Lausanne. Lausanne is an elegant, hillside city on the northern shore of Lake Geneva, with sweeping views of the water and the Alps beyond. Built on a series of terraces, the city is known for its medieval streets, lively atmosphere, and as the headquarters for the Olympic Games. (B)
Day 11
Lausanne to Lucerne
After breakfast, we will travel from Lausanne to the historic city of Lucerne. Lucerne is one of Switzerland’s most picturesque cities, set at the point where Lake Lucerne flows into the Reuss River. Its Old Town is renowned for its medieval architecture and colorful frescoed facades, giving the city a fairy-tale atmosphere.
Upon arrival in Lucerne, we will embark on a walking tour of the city’s car-free Old Town. (B)
Day 12
Lucerne
This morning, we will embark on a boat cruise of Lake Lucerne. After the cruise, the remainder of your day will be yours to spend at your leisure. A farewell dinner is included tonight. (B, D)
Day 13
Lucerne
Today is a free day to enjoy Lucerne. An optional tour will be offered today ($). (B)
Day 14
Return to Canada
After breakfast, we will travel to the Zurich airport for our return flights to Ottawa. (B)
Itinerary and hotels are subject to change.
Hotel Information
Hyperion Hotel Salzburg or similar
Hotel Address
Rainerstraße 4, 5020Salzburg, Austria
+43 662 2342140
Adlers Hotel Innsbruck or similar
Hotel Address
Brunecker Str. 1, 6020Innsbruck, Austria
+43 512 563100
B&B Como City Center or similar
Hotel Address
V.le Innocenzo XI, 15, 22100Como, Italy
+39 031 260485
Hôtel de la Paix or similar
Hotel Address
Av. Benjamin-Constant 5, 1003Lausanne, Switzerland
+41 21 310 71 71
Hotel Continental Park or similar
Hotel Address
Murbacherstrasse 4, 6003Lucerne, Switzerland
+41 41 228 90 50