EUROPE HIGHLIGHTS. 11Days 8Nights Switzerland & Bavaria - Alps Winter Wonderland ENG

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1 EUROPE 11Days 8Nights Switzerland & Bavaria - Alps Winter Wonderland Munich / Fussen / St Gallen / Appenzell / Lucerne / Aletsch Arena / Zermatt / Montreux / Berne / Zurich VALIDITY: OCT MAR 2017 HIGHLIGHTS ENG

2 ENTRANCES / FEES INCLUDED ALETSCH ARENA SNOW FUN INCLUSIONS HOTELS ACCOMMODATION Premium tourist class hotels, majority with free wifi (at least at the lobby). 1N Munich - Marriott or sml 1N Fussen region - Luitpoldpark or sml 1N St Gallen - Radisson Blu or sml 2N Aletsch Arena- Art Furrer Royal or sml (Exclusive to ) 1N Valais region- Bristol or sml 1N Montreux - Grand Hotel Suisse & Majestic or sml 1N Berne - Holiday Inn Bern Westside or sml *Daily hot breakfast served in all hotels. DAY 01 Check in at KLIA DAY 02 Arrival Munich ( - / - / Western dinner) Munich city tour (Germany) Start a walking tour of the Bavarian capital in the old town, passing by the beautiful National Theatre, happening Hofbrauhaus area with stop at the Viktuelienmarkt street market before reaching the centre point of Munich, the fabulous Marienplatz with the contrasting old and new town hall and the golden statue of Virgin Mary. A short photostop at the Konigplatz (where time permits) follows. DAY 04 Fussen -154km - St Gallen (Hotel breakfast / Western lunch / Western dinner) Appenzellerland Highlights tour Enjoy a morning drive from Fussen and upon arrival in St Gallen, marvel at the beautiful carvings inside St Gallen Cathedral and visit Stiftsbibliothek, the Abbey Library. The library,oldest in Switzerland, is one of the most important monastic libraries in the world. Adjourn to nearby village town of Appenzell for an interesting yodelling class & pick up some talerschwingen (coin rolling) skills as well. Visit to Appenzell cheese factory and finish off the tour for some fine Appenzell beer tasting. (where time permits) Marienplatz, Munich DAY 03 Munich -131km - Fussen (Hotel breakfast / Western lunch / Western dinner) BMW Museum tour (Germany) This tour offers a fascinating presentation of the company, brand and product history of BMW with about 125 automobiles, motorcycle and engines on display. Neuchwanstein Castle, Fussen (Germany) The inspiration behind Cinderella's Castle in Walt Disney World. Reach the entrance via a horse drawn carriage and marvel at the opulent interior and expansive view of the Hohenschwangau valley below. (If weather conditions hinder safe access to the castle entrance, the Castle will be viewed from a vantage point and we will visit another castle instead.) Abbey Library, St Gallen DAY 05 St Gallen - 143km - Lucerne - - Aletsch Arena (Hotel breakfast / Chinese lunch / Hotel dinner) Lucerne city tour The walking tour of "Festival City" covers world famous Chapel Bridge, Water Tower, the Lion Monument and the quaint Old Town. Enjoy the scenic beauty of Lake Lucerne In the afternoon, board the ever reliable Swiss train to Morel for a cableway ride to the Aletsch Arena and check into the fantabulous Hotel Royal suites in Riederalp.

3 DAY 06 Fussen -154km - St Gallen (Hotel breakfast / Western lunch / Hotel dinner) Snow Fun Day at Aletsch Arena After breakfast, collect your skiing outfits and gears for some skiing fun (ski lessons can be arranged at your own costs). Some may want to try some sledding (if available). After lunch, we take a cable car up to Eggishorn for a spectacular viewing of the UNESCO World Heritage Aletsch Glacier, the largest glacier in the Alps over 23km long. Return to Riederalp for an awesome snowshoeing experience, taking a short hike to a rustic hut while appreciating the snowy wilderness. Enjoy some warm raclette to cap an unforgettable fairytale snow fun experience. Snow fun in Riederalp DAY 07-47km - (Hotel breakfast / - / Hotel dinner) Zermatt & Matterhorn viewing tour Enjoy carless Zermatt Village, a picturesque cluster of rustic chalets beneath the Matterhorn. Stroll through the village and discover your favourite Zermatt /Matterhorn photo spots. No trip here is complete without boarding Europe's highest rack railway to 10,272ft Gornergrat for a breathtaking close up view of the iconic Matterhorn, Switzerland's most famous Alpine peak. Transfer to the spa village of Leukerbad in the late afternoon. DAY km - Montruex (Hotel breakfast / Western lunch / Western dinner) Leukerbad Thermal Spa, Valais Entrance to a thermal spa and indulge yourself fully against the remarkable backdrop of snowy mountains.stroll this lovely village before lunch. Montreux orientation Stroll the elegant Montreux lakeside promenade along Lake Geneva and look out for the statue of the late Queen Frontman, Freddie Mercury. A few km away, have a photostop outside the medieval Chillon Castle, one of Europe s most famous castles. (In December, we will visit the Montreux Christmas Market, one of the best in Switzerland. ) DAY 09 Montreux - 41km - Broc - 62km - Berne (Hotel breakfast / Chinese lunch / Western dinner) Cailler-Nestle Chocolate Factory, Broc Entrance into Cailler-Nestle Chocolate Factory in Broc for a visit that encompass viewing a show, touring the production line and of course satisfy your cravings in the eat all you can chocolate tasting section. Berne city tour Enjoy a walk around the World Heritage Site Old Town by River Aare. Browse part of the 6km covered shopping arcade, view Zytglogge Clock Tower, and take in panaroma view of Old Town from Rosengarten and warm up to the lovely bears in Bear Park to complete the tour of Switzerland's capital city. DAY 10 Berne - 127km - for home (Hotel breakfast / - / - ) Zurich orientation tour Have a walking tour of Switzerland's financial capital Zurich Fraumunster & Grossmunster churches and the pedestrian Niederdorf old town. Thereafter shopping time at the world famous shopping street, Bahnhofstrasse. (If time permitted) Transfer to airport for evening flight home. DAY 11 Arrival home Zermatt Aloine Alpine Village Arrival at KLIA with sweet memories.

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6 FRANCE SWITZERLAND Zurich Bern St Gallen Lucerne GERMANY Munich Fussen Montruex Aletsch Arena Leukerbad Zermatt ITALY AUSTRIA Hotel Royal, Riederalp KEY ITINERARY FEATURES Bilingual commentaries with high emphasis on English Comprehensive inclusions with sufficient free time for your preferred activity. Meticulously planned logistics for a well paced journey A mixture of Special Cuisines, Western, Chinese and meals on your own to optimize your dining pleasure. DINING SPECIALS Restaurant Schnuggebock Fondue, Rosti, Air dried meat * Specific restaurants mentioned will be replaced if closed for private events. Gornergrat station, Zermatt Terms & Conditions / 1. Flight details, itinerary, hotel and meals which are stated on the itinerary above subject to change according to different departure dates without prior notice. Any changes after booking, will be informed accordingly. 2. The sequence of itinerary, meals and hotel arrangement are subject to the final adjustment of the local ground operator. 3. Triple room sharing will be based on extra roll in bed basis. 4. To ensure the benefit of consumers, please refer to the standard Terms & Conditions at the back page of your invoice. For Agent use: Tour Code / : ESWMUC Printed Date 30 June 2016 The above itinerary is subject to change ; i) Subject to the final confirmation and the local tour operator final discretion. Hovewer, the night stay, number of meals and sightseeing places will remain unchanged.