France and Switzerland with enchanted Alsace (2026)
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Paris, France
Paris, France Paris, France
Dijon, France
Dijon, France Dijon, France
Beaune, France
Beaune, France Beaune, France
Lyon, France
Lyon, France Lyon, France
Geneva, Switzerland
Geneva, Switzerland Geneva, Switzerland
Lausanne, Switzerland
Lausanne, Switzerland Lausanne, Switzerland
Gruyères, Switzerland
Gruyères, Switzerland Gruyères, Switzerland
Friburg, Switzerland
Friburg, Switzerland Friburg, Switzerland
Interlaken, Switzerland
Interlaken, Switzerland Interlaken, Switzerland
Meiringen, Switzerland
Meiringen, Switzerland Meiringen, Switzerland
Lugano, Switzerland
Lugano, Switzerland Lugano, Switzerland
Chiasso,Mendrisio, Switzerland
Chiasso,Mendrisio, Switzerland Chiasso,Mendrisio, Switzerland
Bellinzona, Switzerland
Bellinzona, Switzerland Bellinzona, Switzerland
Bavaria, Germany
Bavaria, Germany Bavaria, Germany
Lucerne, Switzerland
Lucerne, Switzerland Lucerne, Switzerland
Zurich, Switzerland
Zurich, Switzerland Zurich, Switzerland
Basel, Switzerland
Basel, Switzerland Basel, Switzerland
Colmar, France
Colmar, France Colmar, France
Riquewihr, France
Riquewihr, France Riquewihr, France
Strasbourg, France
Strasbourg, France Strasbourg, France
Champagne, France
Champagne, France Champagne, France
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2 Adults
Nights 6
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Destinations 21

Paris - Burgundy - Beaune - Lyon

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!

Lyon - Geneva - Lausanne - Gruyeres - Fribourg

Today, we’ll travel to Switzerland. In Geneva, we’ll pass by the Palace of Nations (the European headquarters of the United Nations) and stop at the beautiful English Garden with its flower clock before admiring the Jet d’Eau, the tallest fountain in Europe. You’ll then have free time to explore and enjoy lunch. We’ll continue along the shores of Lake Geneva, passing vineyard-covered hills and snow-capped mountains, until we reach Lausanne, a city in western Switzerland that is home to the International Olympic Committee. We’ll stop at the Olympic Park, a lakeside landmark dedicated to sports and Olympic culture. Afterward, we’ll head to the walled town of Gruyeres, world-renowned for its cheese. Nearby, we’ll find some of Switzerland’s top chocolate producers, including Nestlé. We’ll visit the Cailler Chocolate Factory, with a tasting included! We’ll then continue to Fribourg, a bilingual French-German city with a charming old town.Note: Occasionally, accommodation may be arranged in a nearby city.

Fribourg - Interlaken - Aare Gorge - Lugano - Chiasso

We’ll depart along a small, scenic road through the Bern canton, 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 overlooking Lake Thun or Lake Brienz. We’ll then continue to Interlaken, a tourist town nestled between two lakes. Afterwards, we’ll head to the Aare Gorge, where we’ll explore its impressive ravines (tickets included), followed by lunch (included). Next, we’ll journey toward one of Switzerland’s most spectacular mountain passes—the Susten Pass—with its eternal snow and glaciers. We’ll stop en route to take in the majestic glacier scenery. Surrounded by dramatic peaks, we’ll continue toward the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland, passing through the famous Gotthard Tunnel and stopping in Gandria, a charming lakeside village on Lake Lugano, known for its traditional, narrow, and steep streets. From there, we’ll board a boat (tickets included) to Lugano, the main city in Italian-speaking Switzerland, famous for its mild climate and beautiful lakeside promenade. Finally, we’ll head to Chiasso, arriving in the late afternoon.Note: -From late May to early October, the Susten Pass may be closed due to snow; in this case, we’ll travel through the equally stunning Brünig Pass.-Occasionally, accommodation will be in the Como metropolitan area.

Chiasso - Bellinzona - Altdorf - Lucerne - Zurich

After breakfast, we’ll depart for Bellinzona, the capital of Italian-speaking Switzerland, renowned for its three medieval castles, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll have time to stroll through the picturesque streets of the town center. After, we’ll return to the German-speaking region of Switzerland, crossing the Gotthard Pass, where we’ll stop for a photo at a breathtaking viewpoint. Next, we’ll arrive in Altdorf, the capital of the Uri canton, known as the birthplace of William Tell and one of the founding cantons of independent Switzerland. You’ll have free time for lunch before we head to Lucerne, where you can visit the famous Kapellbrücke, the Lion Monument, the impressive cathedral, the Jesuit Church, and the charming old town. Lucerne is considered the country’s tourism capital. By evening, we’ll arrive in Zurich.

Zurich - Basel - Colmar - Riquewihr - Strasbourg

We’ll depart from Zurich and travel to Basel, a key city on the banks of the Rhine at the intersection of Germany and France. Here, you’ll have the chance to explore the old town, with its standout Town Hall Square and the impressive Cathedral that overlooks the Rhine River. Next, we’ll continue to Alsace, a French region historically contested between France and Germany. Alsace preserves its own German dialect, Alsatian, and features architecture and traditions with strong Germanic roots. We’ll stop in Colmar, a city renowned for its unique architecture, with colorful wooden houses and charming canals. Colmar is also famous for its white wine and excellent cuisine. You’ll have time for lunch and a leisurely walk through the city. In the afternoon, we’ll visit one of Alsace’s most beautiful villages: Riquewihr, a medieval town with cobblestone streets and colorful houses that look like they’re straight out of a fairy tale—and were, in fact, the inspiration for scenes in Beauty and the Beast. We’ll arrive in Strasbourg in the evening. We suggest taking a walk through the Cathedral and Petite France areas, both filled with charming spots and cozy restaurants.

Strasbourg - CHAMPAGNE - Paris

Time in STRASBOURG, the capital of Alsace. The city is home to the European Parliament. Its historic center is stunning, with picturesque medieval streets, its impressive Gothic cathedral, and its canals and flowers. We include a boat ride along the canals of the Petite France district.We then continue our route towards the Champagne region to visit a traditional Champagne winery (visit and tasting included) and discover the secrets of the world’s most famous sparkling drink.Continuation to PARIS, arrival at the end of the afternoon.

Paris

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
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Guide languages

Spanish
Portuguese
Day 1: Paris, Dijon, Beaune, Lyon
Day 2: Lyon, Geneva, Lausanne, Gruyères, Friburg
Day 3: Friburg, Interlaken, Meiringen, Lugano, Chiasso,Mendrisio
Day 4: Chiasso,Mendrisio, Bellinzona, Bavaria, Lucerne, Zurich
Day 5: Zurich, Basel, Colmar, Riquewihr, Strasbourg
Day 6: Strasbourg, Champagne, Paris
Day 7: Paris
  • Europamundo General Services: Travel by bus with Spanish and Portuguese speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.
  • Boat: Gandria/ Lugano
  • Ticket admission: Cailler chocolate factory, Aareslucht gorges
  • 1 Lunch Included in: Aare Gorge

Possible accommodations

PARIS
  • NOVOTEL P. D´ITALIE 4*
  • NOVOTEL EST - BAGNOLET 4*
LYON
  • NOVOTEL LYON GERLAND MUSEE DES CONFLUENCE 4*
FRIBURGO
  • IBIS BULLE - LA GRUYERE 3*
CHIASSO
  • MOVENPICK ALBERGO TOURING 3*
LUCERNA
  • HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS LUZERN-KRIENS 3*
ZURICH
  • RADISSON HOTEL & SUITES ZURICH 3*
  • MERCURE ZURICH CITY 4*
ESTRASBURGO
  • APPARTCITY CONFORT STRASBOURG CENTRE 3*
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