France & Switzerland (Europamundo) — 8 Days

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We ll transfer you to the hotel and you ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.

We ll immerse ourselves in the rich history of France at the magnificent Palace of Versailles (admission not included), renowned for its stunning gardens. On our return to Paris, we ll visit Montmartre , a charming bohemian neighborhood famous for its artists, painters, and cabarets.

To fully appreciate the grandeur of Paris, we ll embark on a panoramic city tour with a local guide, showcasing the city s impressive avenues and iconic monuments. Afterward, we ll return to the hotel. For those interested, there is an optional variety show in the evening. ?

We ll start our day in central PARIS, beginning with a visit to the iconic Eiffel Tower . You´ll have the chance to go up to the second floor of this famous iron landmark (tickets included). Afterwards, we ll enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the Seine , which will last approximately one hour and fifteen minutes.

You ll have a free afternoon to explore the city at your own pace (transfer back to the hotel not included). Note: If wait times at the Eiffel Tower are too long, we might reschedule the visit to a different time (or on Sunday) for your convenience.

Today, we ll journey to the heart of France , passing through the Bourgogne region, renowned for its picturesque vineyards and world-class wines. Our first stop will be Beaune , a charming town in the center of Burgundy known for its flower-filled streets, hospice, and wine museum.

After some free time for lunch and a walk, we ll continue to Lyon, the former capital of Roman Gaul, located on the banks of the Rhône River. Lyon´s historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage site. We ll take a cable car up to Notre-Dame de Fourvière , where we can enjoy a stunning view of the city. You ll have some free time to explore at your leisure.

Note: In some cases, part of the group will stay in Chambéry, a city near Lyon. In these instances, we ll travel to Chambéry in the evening for an overnight stay. In the morning, you ll have time to visit this medieval-style city, the capital de la Saboya, known for its beautiful historic center and impressive castle.

Today, we ll travel to Switzerland . Upon arrival in Geneva , we ll pass by the Palace of Nations (the European headquarters of the United Nations) and explore the pretty English Garden with its flower clock and admire the Jet d Eau, the tallest fountain in Europe. After lunch, we ll continue our journey through Switzerland, traveling along the scenic routes by Lake Geneva and Lake Neuchâtel .

We ll drive along the Three Lakes region, enjoying views of magnificent vineyards set against the mountain backdrop. We ll stop in Neuchâtel , where you can enjoy a walk by the lake, explore the historic town center, or visit the beautiful 10th-century castle. Our journey will conclude in Zurich, where we ll arrive in the late afternoon.

Note: Depending on the number of passengers traveling from Geneva to Zurich, this part of the trip may be done by train, in which case there will be no stop in Neuchâtel.

With our guide, we ll explore Zurich, the most populous city in Switzerland , and its financial and cultural heart. Known for its banks, Zurich has been twice recognized as the city with the best quality of life in the world. Afterwards, we ll embark on a scenic cruise of nearly two hours on Lake Zurich , with brief stops to

for its medieval castle. We ll return to Zurich by train, providing an opportunity to experience the efficiency and punctuality of the Swiss railway system. Note: Depending on the number of travelers, transfers to and from the city center may be via public transport.

Today´s journey features stunning landscapes with tall mountains and pristine lakes. We ll enjoy breathtaking scenery in the Interlaken region. Our first stop will be Grindelwald , where we ll have time for a coffee before taking the cable car up the mountain. Once there, we ll walk along a winding path leading to a suspended bridge.

For those who are adventurous, crossing the bridge offers spectacular views of the surrounding glaciers. We ll have lunch on the mountain (included) before heading back down. Our next destination is Lucerne , one of Switzerland´s most beautiful cities, where you ll have time to explore and

Note: The guide will offer an optional full-day excursion, starting in the morning. After some free time in Lucerne, we ll take a rotating cable car to the summit of Mount Titlis. At over 3,000 meters above sea level, the alpine summit offers breathtaking views of the glacier and the Alps.

We ll depart from Zurich and travel to the French region of Alsace, where we ll visit its capital, Strasbourg a charming city that beautifully blends French and German influences. You ll have time to

Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories. Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night. Europamundo General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance and Excursion : Versailles in Paris (entrance not included).

City tour in : Paris. Transfer : Montmartre District in Paris, Versailles Palace in Paris (entrance not included). Ticket admission : 2nd Floor Eiffel Tower in Paris.

Funicular : Lyon, Cable Car to Grindelwald First. 1 Lunch or Dinner Included in : Lucerne. EXPECTED HOTELS See the hotels provided for this trip in the final part of the brochure and on the website "My Trip" .