Private Europe Tour (SWT003) Grand Switzerland, 8 Days, 7 Nights

On the first day, we pick you up at Zurich Airport at the scheduled time and take you to explore the charming small old town of Stein am Rhein, a small town in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. Its medieval architecture has been well preserved, earning it the First Wakker Prize in 1972. The Rhine River flows through the town, and its attractions are clustered north of the train station.

We take you to see the ancient paintings in the old town area, filled with medieval buildings adorned with various fresco designs, along with restaurants and cafes lining both sides of the street.

After that, we take you on a Rhine River boat cruise to Schaffhausen, stroll through the old town, and visit the Munot Fortress.

Then visit Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall in Europe and a major attraction of Schaffhausen. The waterfall is 150 meters wide and over 23 meters high. Schloss Worth is located here, and there is also an island in the middle of the river where visitors can take a boat to view Rhine Falls up close.

Return to stay overnight in Zurich: sample hotel H+ Hotel Zurich

Depart for northeastern Switzerland. Take the cable car at the Ebenalp cable car station to visit an unseen highlight, the beautiful cliffside hotel Aescher Hotel (Berggasthaus Aescher-Wildkirchli) in the canton of Appenzell, which is open only in summer between May 1 and November 1.

After that, we take you to the nearby candy-colored old town of Appenzell, a charming and colorful little town, and take photos with the beautiful scenery around town. Spend time in this lovely town until the appropriate time, then head to the next town not far away.

Continue to St. Gallen to visit the most famous ancient library in Switzerland and see the prominent Roman Catholic church standing in front of the city.

Travel to stay overnight in another lovely town, Appenzell, known as a storybook town in Swiss fiction. It is located in the Ebenalp valley in eastern Switzerland near Liechtenstein, surrounded by the Alps.

hotel Overnight Appenzell : · example hotel Gasthaus Baren Schlatt

Spend the morning strolling through Appenzell, taking as much time as you like.

Then travel by van to ascend Rigi Kulm and enjoy the summit of Mount Rigi. Alternatively, you can choose to visit Pilatus, Titlis, or Stanserhorn instead. Each is equally beautiful and sure to leave a lasting impression.

In the afternoon, explore Lucerne and Lake Lucerne. See the wooden Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrucke), the Wasserturm water tower, and the poignant Lion Monument (Lowendenkmal), an iconic sight on a visit to Lucerne. Stroll through the city and stop to shop for souvenirs and watches at leading stores.

hotel Overnight Lucerne : · example hotel Hotel Balm

Set off by van to see the emerald-green lake at Blausee, a lake designated a World Heritage site by UNESCO. The lake is small, but its beauty is deeply impressive. Travelers must go up the mountain to Oeschinensee to see the lake in the middle of the valley, and can ride the Rodelbahn slide down from the mountain.