Private Europe Tour (SWS004) Germany - Austria - Italy - Switzerland (Best Four)

We pick you up from Munich Airport at your scheduled arrival time and take you on a tour of Munich. Often regarded as a gateway to Europe, this capital of Bavaria is renowned as a hub of beer brewing and the global home of BMW automotive manufacturing.

We take you to discover the charm of Munich's Old Town, including iconic onion-domed churches, Nymphenburg Palace (the summer palace), the Siegestor triumphal arch, the National Theatre opera house, and Marienplatz—the heart of the Old Town surrounded by department stores. Don't miss the famous Glockenspiel with dancing figurines on the Old Town Hall tower, performing daily at 11.00 and 17.00.

After our tour, See You Again travels to Fussen for an overnight stay.

Wake up early in Fussen, the final town on the Romantic Road. We will take you to visit Neuschwanstein Castle, a stunning castle that enchanted even Walt Disney, who used it as the model for Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland.

Enjoy the breathtaking scenic views of the prominent castle surrounded by lakes and streams, often compared to a castle of 3 seasons—no matter which season you visit, it offers a wonderfully distinct landscape. Every room inside the castle is beautifully decorated.

Afterward, we will travel to spend the night in Innsbruck, Austria.

In the morning, See You Again takes you to explore Innsbruck, majestically framed by the Alps like a scene from a real-life fairytale, beneath wide, open skies. We visit the historic Old Town, home to the famous Golden Roof. If you wish, we can take a cable car ride for panoramic city views and explore several excellent local museums. Innsbruck is also the birthplace of the world-famous crystal brand Swarovski; if you would like to visit the Swarovski Kristallwelten in Wattens, we can easily take you there as it is not far away. Everything can be tailored to your group's preferences.

If time permits, we can take a scenic drive of about 2 hours into the Zillertal Alps to experience walking across the Olpererhütte suspension bridge (Hanging Bridge), offering an exhilarating thrill amidst breathtaking views beyond words.

Next, we travel to Hallstatt, Austria's most famous town, renowned as one of the most picturesque in the world with charming wooden houses cascading down to the lakeside against a backdrop of pristine nature and dramatic mountains—a destination beloved by Thai travelers. Here, we can visit the ancient salt mine (Salzwelten), dating back over 7,000 years, or head up to the 5 Fingers viewing platform if open.

Along the way, if time allows, we can also stop by Salzburg, depending on your preferred pace of travel. Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart, is nestled amidst the Alps and is renowned for its impeccably preserved Baroque architecture.

On our third day, we will stay overnight in Hallstatt or a nearby town, depending on hotel availability. Hotels in Hallstatt fill up very quickly due to limited supply, so we recommend booking early.

In the morning, depart for Cortina d’ Ampezzo in Italy, a ski resort town nestled in an Alpine valley that is part of the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, showcasing a charming blend of Italian and German architectural styles.

Visit Misurina Lake, where you will see the reflection of the surrounding mountains and lakeside hotels on the water, with mist floating above the peaks, creating a picturesque scene straight out of a painting.

Afterward, take a walking tour of Cortina d’Ampezzo, a ski resort town located in the Dolomites. It is Italy's only 'Best of The Alps' resort ranked as 1 of the 10 best ski resorts in the world, and served as a filming location for the James Bond 007 movie For Your Eyes Only. Situated at an elevation of 1,219 meters above sea level, it is known as the “Pearl of the Dolomites,” a year-round retreat favored by high society and famous for hiking and scenic mountain climbs.

hotel Overnight Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy

Depart along the Dolomite Road to explore Bolzano. Located in the northernmost region near the Italian-Austrian border, this town is surrounded by mountains, vineyards, apple orchards, and ancient castles, serving as the capital of South Tyrol. Bolzano was featured in a National Geographic documentary on the discovery of mummified human remains buried beneath the snow atop a high mountain peak in Tyrol, Austria, which were later brought to Bolzano and became known as the Iceman of Bolzano.

Enjoy a leisurely stroll around town and take a cable car up to admire the stunning mountain views, weather permitting and open.

Tonight, we will stay overnight in Bolzano, or you may choose to stay overnight in Sirmione.

We visit Sirmione, an ancient town dating back over 2000 years, beautifully situated on a peninsula extending into Lake Garda. Historically a retreat for wealthy Romans, it remains a lovely lakeside resort town today.

Next, we travel to Milan, the world's fashion capital, to visit the city's most iconic landmark: the Duomo di Milano. Ranked as the 3rd largest church in Europe, this grand Gothic cathedral took nearly 500 years to build.

Afterward, go shopping inside Galleria Vittorio Emanuele 2, one of the most stunning arcades in the world, affectionately known as Milan's "living room." In addition to luxury designer boutiques, it features sidewalk cafes where you can sip a cappuccino while watching stylish people pass by.

We can visit other sights according to your private tour preferences, time permitting.

Overnight in Milan tonight.

In the morning, head to Lake Como, one of Europe's most picturesque lakes. It is the third largest lake in Italy and, reaching depths of up to 400 meters, one of the deepest lakes in Europe. Lake Como has been a favored retreat for the wealthy and elite since Roman times. Today, it is dotted with charming villages such as Como and Bellagio, as well as splendid villas owned by celebrities and billionaires for you to admire.

If time permits, you can also visit Lugano, a lakeside city right on the Swiss-Italian border. With its unique Swiss-Italian ambiance, it is often celebrated as the “Swiss Riviera.”

hotel Overnight Lake Como or Lake Lugano, tailored to whether you prefer a leisurely or fast-paced trip.

In the morning, we depart for Switzerland. We will visit the most famous town for Swiss travel, Interlaken, the starting point to the popular Swiss peak, Jungfraujoch.

This town is located between 2 lakes, Lake Brienz and Lake Thun, offering a viewpoint to see 3 peaks: Jungfrau, Mönch, and Eiger.

Most leading holiday resorts in the area known as the Bernese Oberland are situated around these 3 mountains. The scenery is beyond words, making it one of the favorite holiday destinations for travelers from all corners of the world.

The town can be divided into 3 parts: Interlaken Ost (East) and Interlaken West, located about 1 kilometer apart, and Unterseen (on the opposite side of the West railway station).

Take a stroll along the main street, Höheweg, and you can also visit Mystery Park, a theme park featuring prominent circular domes resembling a science center. It explores unexplained mysteries of the world, such as the construction of the Egyptian pyramids, extraterrestrial life, and more.

hotel Overnight Interlaken (first night)

This morning, we take you up to the Jungfrau summit, rising to an altitude of 4,158 meters (13,642 feet). Renowned for its magnificent beauty and celebrated as the Top of Europe, this destination features Europe's highest observation point, an ice palace carved 30 meters beneath the glacier, and breathtaking views of the longest glacier in the Alps—stretching 22 kilometers in length and 700 meters thick, which never melts.

The ascent to Jungfraujoch can be made via the Glacier Express, known as the slowest express train in the world, running through scenic Alpine landscapes, tunnels, and bridges along snow-covered tracks.

The journey can begin from either Grindelwald or Lauterbrunnen station, passing through Kleine Scheidegg and Eigergletscher stations.

Before reaching the top, the train makes brief 5-minute stops at two stations: Eigerwand (on the north face of the Eiger) and Eismeer (on the south side). At the summit is the expansive observation terrace known as the Sphinx. Another highlight is the ice palace beautifully sculpted 30 meters beneath the glacier surface.

Alternatively, you can choose to visit Schilthorn, standing at 2,970 meters above sea level in Mürren. You can reach the mountain by taking a cable car to enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view, overlooking Mount Titlis, Jungfrau, Mönch, Eiger, the Alps, the Jura Mountains, the Black Forest in the Vosges Mountains, and Mont Blanc.

At the top of Schilthorn, there is the Piz Gloria restaurant, featuring a 360-degree revolving floor where one full rotation takes approximately 55 minutes. This location also had the honor of being a filming location for the James Bond 007 movie in 1960, starring George Lazenby, the first actor to play Bond.

hotel Overnight Interlaken (second night)

In the morning, depart to visit Lucerne, an essential Swiss travel destination flanked by Mount Rigi and Mount Titlis on the shores of Lake Lucerne.

Visit Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrucke) and Water Tower, the iconic landmarks of Lucerne and a historic wooden bridge dating back over 670 years, as well as the Lion Monument. Also visit Hofkirche, a landmark church featuring twin pointed spires and an important historical site in Lucerne.

If you wish, we can take you up Mount Pilatus, the "Dragon Mountain" and Lucerne's guardian peak, via the world's steepest cogwheel railway with a gradient of up to 45 degrees, making the ride up to Mount Pilatus both thrilling and picturesque.

After the tour, travel to stay overnight in Zurich to get ready for your flight home from Zurich Airport.

In the morning, we take you to Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall in Europe. An ancient waterfall approximately 14,000 - 17,000 years old formed by the Rhine River. Opposite Rhine Falls is Schloss Wörth, a historic castle that you can visit by taking the red line boat across the river.

Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland. Although it is not the country's capital, it enjoys global renown as a hub of business, banking, and culture. Zurich also boasts the world's best quality of life and is among the wealthiest cities in Europe, as well as the 2nd most expensive city in Switzerland after Geneva.

Zurich is truly unique with its blend of high quality living, natural surroundings, art, and year-round festive celebrations, giving the city a lively, joyful atmosphere for locals and visitors alike.

We explore the historic Lindenhof quarter, featuring the medieval Grossmünster church and Charlemagne Tower. Inside the church stands the largest organ in the canton of Zurich with 5,793 pipes, but the most breathtaking highlight is the stained glass work by artist Marc Chagall. The old town also features winding uphill alleyways lined with numerous small boutiques selling purely handcrafted goods along Schipfe street.

Afterward, we will transfer you to Zurich Airport at the scheduled time, or you may choose to fly back on your own the following day. Our tour concludes with you this evening, completing a full 11 days together.