Europe Private Tour (ITA020) Switzerland - Italy on Bernina Express & Glacier Express (7 Days 6 Nights)

This morning, we will meet and pick you up at Zurich Airport (Zurich). Then we travel north to Shaffhausen to stroll through the charming old town, admire the Munot Fortress, and visit the Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall in Europe, where you can take a boat ride into the center of the falls. Next, visit the lovely town of Stein am Rhein to see the exquisitely beautiful ancient frescoes adorning the buildings. Afterward, we continue to the nearby candy-colored old town of Appenzell (about 1 hour's drive). Appenzell is an adorable, colorful little town where you can take photos of the stunning surrounding views. It is known as a fairytale cartoon town of the Swiss, surrounded by the Alps and lush green meadows. Overnight in Appenzell.

In the morning, travel to St. Moritz (ST.MORITZ), the most exclusive resort town in Switzerland and a world-renowned winter sports hub, nestled among the highest peaks of the Alps. Admire the beauty of Lake St. Moritz (Lake St. Moritz)—in summer, you will see stunning crystal-clear emerald waters, while in winter, the lake freezes over completely. We will take you to see all the highlights of St. Moritz and stay overnight in St. Moritz or nearby. Overnight in St. Moritz.

Travel on the scenic Bernina Express (BERNINA EXPRESS), one of the world's most beautiful train routes, running from St. Moritz to Tirano in Italy. The BERNINA EXPRESS is Switzerland's oldest scenic railway, offering panoramic observation cars traversing the heart of the Alps with year-round snow cover, passing gorges, streams, cliffs, 55 tunnels, and 196 bridges—widely regarded as the most picturesque rail route in the world. Arrive in Tirano (taking approximately 2.30 hours). Stroll through Tirano (while waiting for your van driver to arrive with your luggage). Then travel by private van to the area around Lake Como (COMO), Italy—a renowned center for Italy's famous silk industry and home to Lake Como (Lago di Como), celebrated as Italy's most beautiful lake and a luxury resort destination for celebrities worldwide. Overnight at Lake Como.

In the pleasant morning weather, we take you on a boat cruise to admire the beauty of Lake Como for about 45 minutes - 1 hour (weather permitting). Visit famous Como villas including Villa Carlotta, Villa del Balbianello, and Villa Monastero, chosen according to your preference. Stroll through charming little towns around Lake Como that you like and wish to visit, such as Menaggio / Lecco / Varenna or Bellagio. Please check the distances and your travel pace on site once again. Along the way, you can stop by Lake Lugano before heading to Bellinzona (if time permits). At the appropriate time, travel to Bellinzona, the famous capital of the canton of Ticino, known as the "City of Castles." Bellinzona has 3 major castles: Castelgrande, Castello di Montebello, and Castello di Sasso Corbaro. All 3 castles are inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Choose to visit them based on remaining time. Continue to Andermatt, a charming small town surrounded by mountains and the junction for the Glacier Express, Switzerland's most famous romantic train route. Overnight in Andermatt.

This morning, enjoy free time exploring Andermatt on your own. Then, we take you to your favorite Hotel Villa Honegg (a 1-hour drive). Relax at the hotel throughout the afternoon and evening with breathtaking views beyond description (hotel cost is not included; you must book it yourself well in advance as it fills up very quickly). Alternatively, if you wish to go up the mountains to admire the scenic views, you can choose to visit Mt. Pilatus or Mt. Rigi, and perhaps stop for some shopping in Lucerne, take photos with the wooden Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke) and the Lion Monument (Löwendenkmal), iconic symbols of Lucerne. Overnight at Hotel Villa Honegg.

Today, check out of the hotel at noon. Then, we take you to Zurich, a distance of 75 kilometers, taking about 1.5 hours. Shop along Bahnhofstrasse, a shopper's paradise. Visit St. Peter's Church (Kirche St. Peter). Stroll through the public Lindenhof square overlooking the river. Admire the stained glass windows at Fraumünster and Grossmünster church along the river in Zurich city center. Wander along Niederdorf and Oberdorf streets. If you love museums, we can take you to visit the Swiss National Museum (Landesmuseum), or you may enjoy a boat ride beside the museum. Overnight in Zurich.

7 Zurich Airport: Today there is no tour. We transfer you to Zurich Airport 3 hours before your flight for check-in. Have a safe flight back to Bangkok! If your flight is in the evening, we will take you sightseeing around Zurich and shopping before saying goodbye and returning to Thailand.