Trains of Switzerland

• Return international full-service flights (economy class), departure city surcharges may apply

• 11 nights of 3 and 4-star hotel accommodation

• Enjoy 11 meals including daily breakfast

• English-speaking tour leader throughout tour
• Private luggage transfer from hotel to hotel
• Airline taxes and surcharges
• Parking, city tax and toll fees

• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicles
• Travel in second-class rail cabins in Switzerland

• Return coach transfers in St Moritz on day 8 and 9

• All of the above, plus the following:
• 6 additional nights in hotel accommodation
• 6 additional meals
• Enjoy free time at beautiful Lake Como
• Take a boat excursion to Bellagio, the most famous town in Lake Como
• Enjoy a scenic funicular ride from Como to the Village of Brunate
• Take a boat excursion to the lakeside town of Tremezzo
• Discover Milan on a half day guided tour
• Marvel at Lake Garda and its charming villages
• Visit the small historic town of Sirmione
• Discover fairy-tale like Borghetto - one of the ‘most beautiful villages in Italy’
• Explore Venice on a half-day sightseeing tour
• Enjoy a day at leisure in magical Venice

• Arrive Early: Arrive up to 60 days before your tour starts (does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stay Behind: Return up to 60 days after your tour concludes (does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stopover Packages: Break up the long-haul flight with a stopover at a fantastic location (see checkout for details)
• Optional Tours: Optional experiences and tours are available to add to your itinerary (see checkout for details)
• Flight Upgrades: Upgrade to Business Class (see checkout for details)
• Guaranteed Airline: Fly with a guaranteed airline (see checkout for details)

Today depart for Zurich, Switzerland!

Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some departures may occur on day 2 to arrive day 2. Flight times will be indicated on your final documentation which you will receive prior to departure.

Meals included: In-Flight

Upon arrival into Zurich, make your way to the hotel. Relax for the remainder of the day in this cosmopolitan city, which combines creative urban life with the freedom of nature.

Overnight: Hotel Alexander or similar, Zurich

Meals included: None

This morning, take the local train to Interlaken, enjoying the scenery along the train route. As the name suggests, this typical Swiss town is located in between two lakes and offers the best in outdoor sports activities, from rafting to hiking, skiing to paragliding. Upon arrival check in at the hotel and then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Metropole or similar, Interlaken

Meals included: Breakfast

Today enjoy a free day at leisure in Interlaken. Explore the village and its stunning mountain surroundings, or perhaps take an optional trip by cable car and mountain railway to the Jungfraujoch, also known as the “Top of Europe” (not included).

Optional Activity: Cable Car and Mountain Railway to the Jungfraujoch - $320 per person
Enjoy a guided tour to Jungfraujoch today - the summit offers the best views over the Eiger and the Mönch from the Sphinx Terrace. The historic railways of the Jungfrau Mountains are an absolute joy. The network of narrow-gauge railways, cogwheel trains, aerial cable cars and funiculars offer the chance to discover idyllic villages and stunning mountain scenery. You will have plenty of time to explore the fantastic glacial Ice Palace and have lunch at your leisure.

Overnight: Hotel Metropole or similar, Interlaken

Meals included: Breakfast

Today journey on the Panoramic Express, part of the famous Golden Pass Line. This spectacular train route travels via Gstaad – a favoured holiday spot of many celebrities (total trip approx. 2.5 hours). Montreux is located on Lake Geneva and protected by high mountain peaks. It’s famous for its mild climate and subtropical vegetation. After checking in, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

The town's promenade is lined with flowers, sculptures, Mediterranean trees and grand Belle Époque buildings. Offshore is a medieval island castle, Château de Chillon, this fairytale castle is built on a rock standing off the shore of Lake Geneva and offers visitors a true experience of medieval splendour (entrance not included).

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Eden Palace Au Lac or similar, Montreux

Meals included: Breakfast

This morning, take the InterRegional mainline train from Montreux to Visp and from there the local train to Zermatt (total trip approx. 2.5 hours). Arrive in Zermatt and transfer to the hotel. Zermatt, nestled at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn Glacier, is a charming car free town, where you can relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air and awe-inspiring views of the peak.

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Sonne or Hotel Butterfly or similar, Zermatt

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is a free day in beautiful Zermatt, giving you time to explore the town and its surroundings at leisure. Or alternatively you can take an optional full day excursion to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Station (not included).

Optional Activity: Full Day Tour to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Station - $150 per person
Enjoy a guided tour by cable car to Europe’s highest aerial cableway and Summit Station at 3883m. Enjoy the panoramic views over the largest glaciers of the Alps and 38 impressive mountain giants of the Swiss, French and Italian Alps. Enjoy free time at leisure to explore the mountain and town.

Overnight: Hotel Sonne or Hotel Butterfly or similar, Zermatt

Meals included: Breakfast

Today experience another inspiring train journey. Board the slowest express train in the world: The Glacier Express to St Moritz. The train winds its way up to over 2,000m at the Oberalp Pass, through an unspoilt landscape of glaciers, ancient forests, rushing mountain streams and valleys, passing through 91 tunnels and across 291 impressive bridges. It will be a truly unforgettable journey.

Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. St. Moritz is the number one alpine holiday destination - its name is a registered trademark and stands for style, elegance and class. The city first became famous thanks to its mineral springs, which were discovered 3,000 years ago and established the town as a summer spa resort early on.

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Baren or Hotel Steffani or similar, St Moritz

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast take the Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Tirano (approx. 4 hours). One of the world’s most famous trains, the Bernina Express allows travellers uninterrupted panoramic views across mountains, lakes and meadows. Crossing the Alps in style, the train climbs to an impressive 2,223m to the Bernina Pass and offers breathtaking vistas as you ride over impressive viaducts and past galleries hewn from sheer rock. There are beautiful views of rushing mountain streams, glaciers and even an alpine garden en route to the terminus in Tirano, which lies just over the Italian border. The line is recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.


On arrival in Tirano, spend some free time exploring this quaint Italian town in Northern Italy - a departure point for one of the most scenic train routes in Europe. Afterwards, take the Bernina Express bus from Tirano Station to Lugano Station. This special bus with its large panoramic windows takes you on a journey through scenic countryside and villages. Lugano is a welcoming town that boasts a historic centre and attractive shops and restaurants to explore.


Please note:
• For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Walter Au Lac or similar, Lugano (or Hotel Internazionale or similar, Bellinzona)

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast take the local train from Lugano (or Bellinzona in for April 2024 departures) to the beautiful city of Lucerne (approximately 2 hours), nestled amongst lakes and soaring peaks in the heart of central Switzerland. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore. You could take a romantic walk through the city centre, admire the medieval Chapel Bridge with its gable paintings, or enjoy a delicious lunch (not included) at one of the many traditional restaurants.

Please note:
• For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Drei Konige or Hotel Waldstatterhof or similar, Lucerne

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is a free day in Lucerne, allowing you time to further explore the historic city and its picture-postcard setting. Alternatively take the opportunity to join an optional full day excursion to Mt Rigi and the special cogwheel train ride up to the summit (not included).

Optional Activity: Full Day Tour to Mt Rigi - $210 per person
Take a guided tour to Mt Rigi. On arrival at the top of the mountain, enjoy time at leisure in Rigi Kulm, taking in the panoramic views across the Alps, thirteen different lakes and the entire Swiss Mittelland through to Germany and France.

Overnight: Hotel Drei Konige or Hotel Waldstatterhof or similar, Lucerne

Meals included: Breakfast

Today take a local train to Zurich (approx. 1 hour), arriving in the bustling metropolis in time for a leisurely lunch (not included) at one of the city’s many excellent restaurants. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. This evening why not head to one of the many fondue restaurants in town for dinner (not included). Cheese, meat or chocolate - Fondue is the national dish of Switzerland and should not be missed!

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Alexander or similar, Zurich

Meals included: Breakfast

Today enjoy the last morning in Zurich, before you make your own way to Zurich Airport for your return flight back to Australia (or New Zealand).

Please note: If your flight departs early, breakfast will be arranged for pick up from the hotel reception the night before.

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

Please note: Some flights may arrive in Australia (or New Zealand) +1 day later.

Today depart for Zurich, Switzerland!

Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some departures may occur on day 2 to arrive day 2. Flight times will be indicated on your final documentation which you will receive prior to departure.

Meals included: In-Flight

Upon arrival into Zurich, make your way to the hotel. Relax for the remainder of the day in this cosmopolitan city, which combines creative urban life with the freedom of nature.

Overnight: Hotel Alexander or similar, Zurich

Meals included: None

This morning, take the local train to Interlaken, enjoying the scenery along the train route. As the name suggests, this typical Swiss town is located in between two lakes and offers the best in outdoor sports activities, from rafting to hiking, skiing to paragliding. Upon arrival check in at the hotel and then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Metropole or similar, Interlaken

Meals included: Breakfast

Today enjoy a free day at leisure in Interlaken. Explore the village and its stunning mountain surroundings, or perhaps take an optional trip by cable car and mountain railway to the Jungfraujoch, also known as the “Top of Europe” (not included).

Optional Activity: Cable Car and Mountain Railway to the Jungfraujoch - $320 per person
Enjoy a guided tour to Jungfraujoch today - the summit offers the best views over the Eiger and the Mönch from the Sphinx Terrace. The historic railways of the Jungfrau Mountains are an absolute joy. The network of narrow-gauge railways, cogwheel trains, aerial cable cars and funiculars offer the chance to discover idyllic villages and stunning mountain scenery. You will have plenty of time to explore the fantastic glacial Ice Palace and have lunch at your leisure.

Overnight: Hotel Metropole or similar, Interlaken

Meals included: Breakfast

Today journey on the Panoramic Express, part of the famous Golden Pass Line. This spectacular train route travels via Gstaad – a favoured holiday spot of many celebrities (total trip approx. 2.5 hours). Montreux is located on Lake Geneva and protected by high mountain peaks. It’s famous for its mild climate and subtropical vegetation. After checking in, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

The town's promenade is lined with flowers, sculptures, Mediterranean trees and grand Belle Époque buildings. Offshore is a medieval island castle, Château de Chillon, this fairytale castle is built on a rock standing off the shore of Lake Geneva and offers visitors a true experience of medieval splendour (entrance not included).

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Eden Palace Au Lac or similar, Montreux

Meals included: Breakfast

This morning, take the InterRegional mainline train from Montreux to Visp and from there the local train to Zermatt (total trip approx. 2.5 hours). Arrive in Zermatt and transfer to the hotel. Zermatt, nestled at the foot of the mighty Matterhorn Glacier, is a charming car free town, where you can relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air and awe-inspiring views of the peak.

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Sonne or Hotel Butterfly or similar, Zermatt

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is a free day in beautiful Zermatt, giving you time to explore the town and its surroundings at leisure. Or alternatively you can take an optional full day excursion to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Station (not included).

Optional Activity: Full Day Tour to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Station - $150 per person
Enjoy a guided tour by cable car to Europe’s highest aerial cableway and Summit Station at 3883m. Enjoy the panoramic views over the largest glaciers of the Alps and 38 impressive mountain giants of the Swiss, French and Italian Alps. Enjoy free time at leisure to explore the mountain and town.

Overnight: Hotel Sonne or Hotel Butterfly or similar, Zermatt

Meals included: Breakfast

Today experience another inspiring train journey. Board the slowest express train in the world: The Glacier Express to St Moritz. The train winds its way up to over 2,000m at the Oberalp Pass, through an unspoilt landscape of glaciers, ancient forests, rushing mountain streams and valleys, passing through 91 tunnels and across 291 impressive bridges. It will be a truly unforgettable journey. Upon arrival, check in your hotel and then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. St. Moritz is the number one alpine holiday destination - its name is a registered trademark and stands for style, elegance and class. The city first became famous thanks to its mineral springs, which were discovered 3,000 years ago and established the town as a summer spa resort early on.

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Baren or Hotel Steffani or similar, St Moritz

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast take the Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Tirano (approx. 4 hours). One of the world’s most famous trains, the Bernina Express allows travellers uninterrupted panoramic views across mountains, lakes and meadows. Crossing the Alps in style, the train climbs to an impressive 2,223m to the Bernina Pass and offers breathtaking vistas as you ride over impressive viaducts and past galleries hewn from sheer rock. There are beautiful views of rushing mountain streams, glaciers and even an alpine garden en route to the terminus in Tirano, which lies just over the Italian border. The line is recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.


On arrival in Tirano, spend some free time to explore this quaint Italian town in Northern Italy - a departure point for one of the most scenic train routes in Europe. Afterwards take the Bernina Express bus from Tirano Station to Lugano Station. This special bus with its large panoramic windows takes you on a journey through scenic countryside and villages. Lugano is a welcoming town that boasts a historic centre and attractive shops and restaurants to explore.


Please note:
• For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Walter Au Lac or similar, Lugano (or Hotel Internazionale or similar, Bellinzona)

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast take the local train from Lugano (or Bellinzona in for April 2024 departures) to the beautiful city of Lucerne (approximately 2 hours), nestled amongst lakes and soaring peaks in the heart of central Switzerland. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore. You could take a romantic walk through the city centre, admire the medieval Chapel Bridge with its gable paintings, or enjoy a delicious lunch (not included) at one of the many traditional restaurants.

Please note:
• For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Drei Konige or Hotel Waldstatterhof or similar, Lucerne

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is a free day in Lucerne, allowing you time to further explore the historic city and its picture-postcard setting. Alternatively take the opportunity to join an optional full day excursion to Mt Rigi and the special cogwheel train ride up to the summit (not included).

Optional Activity: Full Day Tour to Mt Rigi - $210 per person
Take a guided tour to Mt Rigi. On arrival at the top of the mountain, enjoy time at leisure in Rigi Kulm, taking in the panoramic views across the Alps, thirteen different lakes and the entire Swiss Mittelland through to Germany and France.

Overnight: Hotel Drei Konige or Hotel Waldstatterhof or similar, Lucerne

Meals included: Breakfast

Today take a local train to Zurich (approx. 1 hour), arriving in the bustling metropolis in time for a leisurely lunch (not included) at one of the city’s many excellent restaurants. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. This evening why not head to one of the many fondue restaurants in town for dinner (not included). Cheese, meat or chocolate - Fondue is the national dish of Switzerland and should not be missed!

Please note: For your convenience, your luggage (one bag per person) will be transported directly from hotel to hotel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the day's scenic train journeys.

Overnight: Hotel Alexander or similar, Zurich

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is approximately a 235km travel day. After breakfast begin the drive to Lake Como in Italy. Along the way enjoy the remarkable scenic drive through the Swiss Alps and the travel through the Gotthard Tunnel (16km long). Continue along the breathtaking shores of Lake Lugano until arrival at Lake Como. Lake Como is the most spectacular of the region’s three major lakes and is surrounded by beautiful villages. Upon arrival in Como enjoy some time at leisure in this beautiful city known for the Gothic Como Cathedral (entrance not included) and a waterfront promenade.

Afterwards, enjoy a scenic funicular ride. A very popular excursion from the city of Como to the village of Brunate. This fun train made its first journey in 1894 and still today, every 30 minutes, it links the city with an extremely atmospheric panoramic point. The village of Brunate is situated approximately 700 metres above sea level and has always been a holiday destination for noble families from the Como and Milan areas who built numerous lovely villas in Art Nouveau style here. Brunate is also the ideal starting point for pleasant walks amidst greenery. From the viewpoint you can see the outline of the historic centre, the ancient Roman castrum and a view over the Alps and the Brianza plain.

Please note: if travelling on the 7th April 2025, accommodation will be overnight in Milan, instead of Lake Como (with no changes to sites visited).

Overnight: Just Hotel Lomazzo or similar, Como area

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is approximately a 80-Km travel day. This morning take a boat excursion to Bellagio, the most famous town of the lake, has narrow and steep lanes and offers unparalleled views of the lake. From Bellagio take another boat excursion to Tremezzo, an important tourist centre thanks to Villa Carlotta (entrance not included), an imposing neoclassical residence that was built in 1843 as a wedding gift for Charlotte of Prussia.

Please note: In the case of reduced heavy vehicle traffic during the summer season in Tremezzo, the boat excursion will travel from Bellagio to Bellano instead. Bellano is a place rich in history and culture and an excellent location for excursions around the lake.

In the late afternoon arrive at the hotel in Milan.

Overnight: Devero Hotel or similar, Milan

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour (approx. 3 hours) of Milan. Celebrated as the Italian capital of fashion and design, Milan is a city rich in art, history and culture. The tour begins from Sforza Castle (entrance not included) before walking towards the Duomo (entrance not included). On the way, admire elegant buildings along two of Milan’s iconic streets - the Via Dante and Via Dei Mercanti.

Piazza del Duomo is the heart of Milan, and the Duomo - where German influences are softened by the finesse of Italian artists - is one of its most significant Gothic style monuments. From the Piazza Duomo, the tour continues through the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, Italy’s oldest active shopping mall and a major landmark of Milan, before arriving at the Piazza Della Scala, home to one of the most famous theatres in the world; La Scala (entrance not included). The remainder for the day is free to enjoy at leisure.

Overnight: Devero Hotel or similar, Milan

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is approximately a 316km travel day. Today depart to Lake Garda, the largest Italian lake which is surrounded by mountains and is well known for its water sports and outdoor activities. It has both old charming villages and modern-day towns. Enjoy some of the small resort towns located around Lake Garda like Sirmione and Borghetto. Sirmione is one of the most popular holiday resorts on the shores of Lake Garda. The small historic town is located on the tip of a long peninsula protruding from the southern shore of the lake. It also has thermal springs and was a spa destination even in Roman times.

Borghetto sul Mincio is one of the “most beautiful villages in Italy” (Borghi più belli d’Italia) and it is one of those places that seem unreal like a fairy tale. Arrive here crossing the Visconteo bridge and discover a tiny village lying on the Mincio river, a perfect place for a romantic getaway. Borghetto is lined with stone houses, ancient watermills and views of the melancholic ruins of a medieval bridge and castle. Afterwards, be transferred to your hotel in the Venice area.

Overnight: Hotel Bristol, Lido di Jesolo or similar, Venice Area

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Tronchetto Pier in Venice, where you will be able to admire the beautiful buildings and canals of Venice by water bus (ferry). Upon arrival, be met by a local guide at the Piazza San Marco to start a guided tour of Venice (approx. 2 hours). The tour starts at the iconic St Mark’s Square, one of the most beautiful squares in the world, and the hub of Venetian life.

Around the square, you will see the famous St Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Bell Tower. The church was built to house the body of St. Marc, transported from Alexandria in 828AD. Inside the basilica you can admire glittering Byzantine Mosaics (entrance not included). The tour will continue onwards to Rialto Bridge, one of the most beautiful bridges and an icon of the city. Upon conclusion of the tour, enjoy an afternoon at leisure.

Overnight: Hotel Bristol, Lido di Jesolo or similar, Venice Area

Meals included: Breakfast

Today enjoy a free day in this magic Italian city. You may choose to visit one of the famous Venice islands, The island of Murano is renowned for its long tradition of glass-making, or Burano known for its brightly coloured fishermen's houses and its casual eateries serving seafood from the lagoon (not included).

Overnight: Hotel Bristol, Lido di Jesolo or similar, Venice Area

Meals included: Breakfast

Today make your own way to the airport at the appropriate time for the return flight to Australia (or New Zealand).

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

Please note: Some flights may arrive in Australia (or New Zealand) +1 day later.

 
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Please note: All countries and territories have different entry requirements in relation to vaccinations, quarantine/isolation periods and travel restrictions. Due to the evolving nature, we would ask all of our customers to monitor, meet and adhere to the specific requirements of their intended destination(s) in the lead-up to and immediately before travel, as well as any requirements post-travel upon their return.
 

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This travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 30th September 2025.
 
This travel offer is priced per person based on a twin share. 
 
Single Traveller Supplement  
For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement applies:
• 14-Day Package (2025 Dates): $2,200
• 20-Day Package (2025 Dates): $2,600
Please note: Accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability. 
 
Departure Dates  
2025
May: 19, 20
August: *4 
September: ^8, 30
 
Please note: See checkout for live dates and availability. 
 
Surcharges  
Please note:
• Dates/months with a * incur a high season surcharge of $280 per person. 
• Dates/months with a ^ incur a high season surcharge of $660 per person.  

Departure Cities  
Sydney, Melbourne, *Brisbane, *Adelaide, Perth or *Auckland. 
 
Departure City Surcharges  
• Brisbane: $100 per person
• Adelaide: $200 per person
• Auckland: $400 per person 
 
International Full-Service Flights
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
Please note: TripADeal cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation. 
 
Missed Flights  
If you fail to arrive for your outbound flight, you risk all flight and land arrangements in your destination being automatically cancelled by the airlines and land operator, respectively. Additional fees may apply to reinstate these services. If you will miss your flight for whatever reason, please contact TripADeal as soon as possible to make arrangements. 
 
Preferred Airline Surcharge  
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Emirates: $500 per person.
• Singapore Airlines: $500 per person.
• Qatar Airways: $500 per person. 
Please note:
• Preferred airlines are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your request, the above extra cost cost will be refunded.
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.

Arrive Early and Stay Behind Options
Arrive Early
Zurich, Switzerland - From $300 per person, subject to availability.
High season dates - From $500 per person, subject to availability.

Stay Behind
Zurich, Switzerland (14-Day Package Only) - From $300 per person, subject to availability.
Venice, Italy (20-Day Package Only)} - From $300 per person, subject to availability.
High season dates - From $500 per person, subject to availability.

Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• If you select to Arrive Early or Stay Behind in a city other than the one where the tour starts or ends, the package will include an internal flight to your destination. If you wish to forfeit this flight, please advise our friendly team at the time of purchase. Please note that the cost does not change when you choose to forfeit your connecting flight.
• Flight booking changes or cancellations after air tickets have been issued are not guaranteed and may incur additional fees and fare difference, subject to the airline cancellation and change policies.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high-season Arrive Early or Stay Behind can be purchased for an additional charge, subject to availability. For pricing, please refer to the cart.
• An Arrive Early or Stay Behind can only be booked up to 60 days prior to your package’s start date, or after your package's end date. Should you wish to arrive earlier or stay behind for more than 60 days, please contact us to request availability. Additional costs may apply.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
6 December 2024 - 31 January 2025
28 March 2025 - 27 April 2025
16 June 2025 - 20 July 2025
15 September 2025 - 12 October 2025
1 December 2025 - 31 January 2026
3 April 2026 - 20 April 2026
26 June 2026 - 17 July 2026
18 September 2026 - 9 October 2026
12 December 2026 - 26 January 2027
 
Stopover Packages 
• Doha, Qatar
• Dubai, U.A.E
• Singapore
Includes:
• 2, 3 or 5 nights in 4-star accommodation
• Daily breakfast
• Return airport transfers 
For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note: 
• When a pre and post-tour stopover is chosen, the same stopover location must be chosen each way, due to the airline used.
• When selecting an Arrive Early or Stay Behind in conjunction with a Stopover Package, the stopover will take place after the departure date you select for your Arrive Early or Stay Behind.
• Stopover packages are subject to availability.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Blackout dates apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
Singapore Grand Prix: September 2025
Doha Grand Prix: end November to start December 2025
Doha MotoGP: November 2025
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (for Dubai): December 2025
Christmas and New Years Eve: 22 December 2025 to 2 January 2026
Please note: The exact dates for 2025 are yet to be confirmed.
 
Flight Class Upgrades
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Please note: 
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• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.
 

Accommodation Used:
3 & 4-Star Properties (Self-Rated): 14-Day Package
• Zurich: Hotel Alexander
• Interlaken: Hotel Metropole
• Montreux: Hotel Eden Palace Au Lac
• Zermatt: Hotel Sonne or Hotel Butterfly
• St Moritz: Hotel Baren or Hotel Steffani
• Lugano or Bellinzona: Hotel Walter Au Lac or Hotel Internazionale
• Lucerne: Hotel Drei Konige or Hotel Waldstatterhof
 
3 & 4-Star Properties (Self-Rated): 20-Day Package
• Zurich: Hotel Alexander
• Interlaken: Hotel Metropole
• Montreux: Hotel Eden Palace Au Lac
• Zermatt: Hotel Sonne or Hotel Butterfly
• St Moritz: Hotel Baren or Hotel Steffani
• Lugano or Bellinzona: Hotel Walter Au Lac or Hotel Internazionale
- Lucerne: Hotel Drei Konige or Hotel Waldstatterhof
• Como area: Just Hotel, Hotel Inverigo or Hotel Cruise
• Milan: Hotel Devero, Hotel Royal Garden, Hotel As Limbiate or Hotel Belstay Linate
• Venice area: Leonardo Royal Hotel, Hotel Holiday, Hotel Villa Patriarca or Hotel Bristol

Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.

Extra Nights
Not available at check-out. 
Please note: If you are interested in booking additional nights of accommodation pre or post-tour, please wait until you receive your travel documentation approximately 4-6 weeks before departure for the confirmed list of hotels. If booking your own additional accommodation directly with the hotel, please be aware that you may be required to change rooms at the start/end of your tour. 

Maximum Room Capacity
2 people.

Child Policy
• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.
• Valid for Children 8 years old and over.
Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.
 
Triple Share
Not available.
 
Bedding Configuration
Twin or Double Bedding (subject to availability).
 

Minimum group size 20, maximum group size 36 per vehicle.
 
Optional Tours/Activities
• Day 4: Cable Car and Mountain Railway to the Jungfraujoch - $330 per person
• Day 7: Full-Day Tour to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Station - $160 per person
• Day 11: Full-Day Tour to Mt Rigi - $210 per person 

Please note:
• Prices are based per person, are subject to availability, time permitting and weather conditions
• The optional tours listed above must be purchased on checkout or over the phone before submitting your passenger information form (subject to availability). 
• Some tours require minimum numbers to operate.
 

• Visa fees and requirements 
• Airport transfers
• Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer
• Optional gratuities/tipping 
• Optional activities/tours 
• Personal expenses
• City taxes in Italy
• Travel insurance 
• Venice City Centre Entrance Fee
 

CITY TAXES 
20-Day Package with Italy  
City taxes are payable directly to the hotel at check-in.
• Milan: Approximately €5 per person, per night.
• Como Area: Approximately €5 per person, per night.
• Venice Area: Approximately €3.10 per person, per night.  
 
Venice Historical Centre Entrance Fee
From the 25th of April, the city of Venice will be imposing an entrance fee to manage the influx of tourists. Visitors will be required to pay €5 per person to enter the city centre between the hours of 08:30 to 16:00. This fee will need to be paid via an online portal: https://cda.ve.it/en/ which will generate a QR code to be checked at checkpoints before entering Venice City Centre.

Please note: More information will be provided while on tour.
 
TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER 
Tour Guide
Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on the history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction where they are guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves it at the end of the tour; they do not travel with the group. 
 
Tour Leader
An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides at each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village and offer information on the place visited on the bus. However, they are not required to have specific art, architecture, or historical knowledge. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and, if caught doing so, can be fined. 

Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when required to enhance the experience of the destination featured. 
 
CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES
Switzerland
In May summer is knocking on the door with the average temperature for the month at 14°C. The highest temperature for the month is 20°C while the lowest temperature is 7°C. From July to August, the daytime temperature range is 18°C to 28°C. In September, temperatures begin to drop as summer begins to fade away. The average temperature for Zurich in September is 15°C. The highest temperature for the month is 20°C.

Italy
Italy's climate is predominantly Mediterranean and is characterized by warm springs and hot, dry summers, which make for a pleasant atmosphere. The months of April through June and September to October are ideal for traveling to southern Italy with temperatures reaching up to 26°C during the warmest part of the day. However, in July and August, the average temperature rises above 25°C. In the northern regions, the average daily temperature in October is around 14.5°C, but it can still reach up to 19°C, providing a comfortable experience. However, temperatures begin to drop considerably during this month, especially at night, with an average minimum temperature of 10°C.
  
FLIGHTS
Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points
At TripADeal, we do not arrange seat selection. It is essential to highlight that some airlines do not allow pre-selected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the airline directly with seating allocation requirements and/or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the airline once you have your flight information.
 
Passport Validity
Customers must provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase or no later than 45 days before the departure date. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of the booking. Customers will be responsible for any costs and fees incurred in this instance.
 
COACH TOUR
Meals
Daily breakfast is included in the package. For meals not included, the tour leader (when available) will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. It is your responsibility to notify TripADeal of any dietary requests/requirements.
Please note: We will do our best to meet your requests/requirements; however, we cannot guarantee that we will always be able to.
 
Luggage
You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on tour. You must carry your own luggage from the vehicle to the hotel room and back to the vehicle. The driver will assist with the uploading and unloading of bags from the vehicle.
 
OTHER
Mobility
If you would love to travel with TripADeal and require wheelchair access please contact our friendly sales and service team to inquire on your behalf.
 
Fitness Level Required
A leisurely level of fitness will be required. Leisurely is described as light walking, including up multiple stairs, and occasional hiking, may involve uneven surfaces. Able to travel unassisted and get on and off vehicles and small boats. Suitable for most fitness levels and mobility. 
Please note: If you have any concerns, please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel.
 
Gratuities/Tipping
Land
Gratuities (tips) are not included for the services of the tour leader (when available) and driver throughout the tour. 

Please note: Tipping for services provided is always a matter of personal discretion; however, please be aware that many locals consider tipping part of their normal remuneration, and they may approach you for payment; there's no need to be intimidated by the request.
 
Sightseeing
Please note: If the entrance to a site is affected by changes in operating hours or public holiday closures, your itinerary, where possible, may be adjusted, or a similar activity will be offered in its place (subject to availability).
 
Shopping
Shopping overseas can be a daunting and confusing experience, especially when there is a language barrier. Please be very cautious when foreign currencies and prices are involved. If paying by credit card, please pay close attention to the amount you are being charged and keep all your receipts. Do not make any purchases you are not comfortable with or feel pressured into. If you are uncertain or need assistance with the language barrier, please seek assistance from your Tour Guide/Leader. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions regarding shopping for further information.
 

A tourist visa is not required if travelling in Europe on an Australian Passport for stays of up to 90 days. 

Important
• Please start arranging your visa three weeks before departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.
• Visa rules may have changed since Covid-19. Some countries and airlines may require you to obtain an additional visa before arrival. Please check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.

Please note: 
• Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.
• It is also important to note that some areas of employment, such as journalism, government authorities and charity organisations, may have additional restrictions in applying for Visas. This may, in turn, affect the type of application required.
 

Embarking on your next trip is exciting, and while you hope the unexpected does not happen, it is best to be prepared. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance when making your booking. Whether it’s a potential medical emergency, a flight cancellation, a delayed suitcase, or an unforeseen event, it's important to ensure you're adequately protected. For more information or advice visit https://www.tripadeal.com.au/travel-insurance

Voluntary Changes
Includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.
 • Changes - $100.00 per booking + additional charges from the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.
 
Name Changes Due To Passenger Error
If the incorrect name has been advised to TripADeal, charges of $100.00 per booking + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Supplier Fees
In the event the Travel Offer you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the Travel Offer due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. TripADeal has committed to these costs as your Agent and will endeavour to recover all funds committed and/or paid for your Travel Offer, but this may not be possible in all circumstances. If refunds are unavailable from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. If TripADeal cannot obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee. This fee is not revenue-raising and is paid to or withheld by our suppliers when recovering payments.