2018 Regular excursions from Zurich

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1 2018 Regular ecursions from Zurich Program subject to change! BOZRH01 - The Best of Zurich *CHF Price/person Details (lunch not included) Departure Arrival OR duration Day Frequency Languages *** Discover Zürich, business and cultural hub of Switzerland and consecutively awarded "City with the world's best quality of life" on this two hour classic city tour. Sit back and rela on a comfortable, airconditioned coach as your guide points out the highlights of this unique city! Pass by the castle-like National Museum, the shopping avenue Bahnhofstrasse, Zürich's famous financial district and the renowned Opera House. Photo stop at the picturesque Lake Zürich before riding up-hill by cogwheel train into the "Zürichberg" district with its noble five-star Hotel Dolder Grand and many superb mansions of glorious past times. Enjoy breathtaking views to the city, the lake and the snowcovered Alps. Cruising the university quarter you see the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zürich) and Zürich's art museum before reaching the charming Old Town. Picture stop with view to the patriarchal guild houses, St. Peter church with Europe's largest clock-face, the cathedral Grossmünster and the Fraumünster church with the world-famous stained glass windows by Marc Chagall. After an introduction to the Old Town scenic drive back on Limmatquai. The Best of Zurich April to October: airport pick-up possible upon registration - departure place to be confirmed During winter season (November April) the tour may end in the Old Town. 10:00 13:00 15:30 12:15 15:15 17:45 April - October April - October Audio: CN, JA, RU, SP Block out dates : , , , , , , , MEZRH01 - The Zurich Eperience - Outstanding city tour of Zurich Eperience the town on this unique city tour with detailed commentaries in one of eleven languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Russian, Chinese, Arabic and Hindi. The reinvented Trolley, an air-conditioned Panorama bus takes you on a 100-minute round trip to the sights of Switzerland s largest city. The route leads across the famous Bahnhofstrasse and the banking center to the lake with a view of the snowcapped mountains, part of the old town with its magnificent guild houses and the churches St. Peter, Grossmünster and Fraumünster. You ll see the university quarter and the residential area Zürichberg, the National Museum and the Kunsthaus. At the two most scenic viewpoints we will make a short photo stop. The Zurich Eperience - Outstanding city tour of Zurich :45 12:00 14:00 2 hours 01 Apr 18 > 31 Mar 19 Audio: EN, GE, SP, FR, IT,PO,JA, RU, CN,AR, HIN Block out dates : , , , , , MEZRH02 - COMBO TOUR - Zurich TROLLEY Eperience city tour with train trip up to Uetliberg Top of Zurich The perfect combination - a most informative City Tour of Zurich and a train trip up to Top of Zurich, the Uetliberg - Zurich s highest vantage point. Eperience the eclusive city tour on board the unique Classic Trolley a highly interesting and very comprehensive city tour (almost 2 hour) awaits you, spoken in the language of your choice (see The Zurich Trolley Eperience Tour). Following the city tour, you will enjoy the train ride up to the wooded Uetliberg Top of Zurich (871 m/2613 ft) where a marvellous panoramic view of Zurich, the lake and the surroundings awaits you. After leaving the train, a short walk will take you up to the look-out terrace and Hotel-Restaurant UTO Kulm. Climb the viewing tower (900 m/2700 ft) for an even better view! Combo Tour - Zurich trolley tour with train up to Uetliberg 'Top of Zurich' :45 12:00 14:00 at least 4 hours 01 Apr 18 > 31 Mar 19 Audio: EN, GE, SP, FR, IT,PO,JA, RU, CN,AR, HIN Block out dates : , , , , , MEZRH03 - CIRCLE TOUR - The Zurich Eperience city tour and Lake Cruise Eperience the eclusive city tour on board the unique Classic Trolley a highly interesting and very comprehensive city tour awaits you, spoken in the language of your choice (see The Zurich Trolley Eperience Tour). Following your city tour, at the lake piers (Bürkliplatz) you will board a modern lake cruise ship for a 1 ½ hour cruise on Lake Zurich. Rela on board while passing picturesque villages and stately villas. Enjoy the fresh lake air and gorgeous views of the city in one direction and the snow-covered mountain in the other. Tour ends at the Lake (Bürkliplatz). Circle tour :45 12:00 14: to 4 hours 01 Apr18>21Oct18 All year 01 Apr18>21Oct18 Audio: EN, GE, SP, FR, PO, JA, RU, CN On request: IT Block out dates : , , , , , MEZRH04 - Cityrama - The Great Tour of Zurich On a guided city tour of Zurich we show you a section of the Old Town, the famous Chagall windows, the historical Limmatquai, the commercial center and university district. Along the Höhenstrasse that offers spectacular views into the Alps and to Lake of Zurich, we reach Rapperswil, the City of Roses with its unique attractions for visitors: the rosegardens, the castle, the deer park on Lindenhof and the picturesque Old Town. Guided stroll through the Old Town and some time at leisure. Enjoy a 2 hour cruise on Lake of Zurich (unescorted). First possible arrival at Zurich Bürkliplatz is 3.25 p.m. During winter season when no boats are operating you will return to Zurich by modern S-Bahn rail link along the Gold Coast, the romantic lakeside route. Cityrama - The Great tour of Zurich During winter season when no boats are operating you will return to Zurich by modern S-Bahn rail link along the Gold Coast, the romantic lakeside route - Reduced to 3.25 hours 11:00 15h30 1 Apr 18 > 31 Mar 19 Live: EN, SP BOZRH02 - Zurich & surroundings Combine culture with nature on this etended city tour. Take a seat and rela in a comfortable, airconditioned coach while your multilingual guide points out the major attractions of Switzerland's biggest city. Cruise the beautiful surrounding area, cross Lake Zürich by ferry and ride a cable car up to the viewpoint Felsenegg with stunning views of the town, the lake and the snow-capped Alps. Highlights along your drive through the city centre are the castle-like National Museum, the shopping avenue Bahnhofstrasse, Zürich's famous financial district and the renowned Opera House. Photo stop at the picturesque Lake Zürich before entering the university quarter with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zürich) and Zürich's art museum. In the charming Old Town your guide shows you the patriarchal guild houses, St. Peter's church with Europe's largest clock-face, the cathedral Grossmünster and the Fraumünster church with the world-famous stained glass windows by Marc Chagall. The journey continues along the Gold Coast to Meilen where you board the ferry to cross the pristine waters of Lake of Zurich to Horgen. Move on to Adliswil for a ride to the viewpoint Felsenegg by the only aerial cable car in the Canton of Zurich. Enjoy incredible views overlooking Zurich, the lake and the snow-capped Alps before heading back to Zürich. Zurich & surroundings Aerial cable car to Felsenegg included (replaced by the Dolderbahn cogwheel train during revision) 13:00 17:15 Live: EN, SP Felsenegg Cable car revision - CLOSED : March 2018; March 2018; March 2018 During that period, the Felsenegg cable car is replaced by the Dolderbahn cogwheel train!!! The Dolderbahn cogwheel train takes customers to a viewpoint at the noble Zürichberg quarter offering superb views of the city, the surroundings and the snow-capped Alps. Block Out Dates : smtravel@dmcgva.ch 1

2 2018 Regular ecursions from Zurich BOZRH03 - Zurich tour with Cruise & Chocolate Sit back, rela on a comfortable, air-conditioned coach and let us show you our city. Pass by the castle-like National Museum, the shopping avenue Bahnhofstrasse and Zürich's famous financial district. Picture stop at "Enge" harbour to enjoy beautiful vistas of the crystal-clear Lake Zürich. Continue passing by the renowned Opera House to the "Zürichberg" district and eperience the ride uphill by cogwheel train (Dolderbahn) to a viewpoint where the noble five-star Grand Hotel Dolder is located. Take in breath-taking views of the city, the lake and the snow-covered Alps before cruising the university quarter. Passing the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zürich) and Zürich's art museum, you reach the charming Old Town. Admire the medieval streets, the patriarchal guild houses, Zürich's town hall and its emblematic churches on an entertaining stroll. Along the picturesque Limmat river you reach the pier to board the boat for a pleasant one-hour cruise on the pristine waters of Lake Zürich. A lovely stroll along the shores takes you to the headquarters of the worldfamous chocolate factory Lindt & Sprüngli. A great shopping opportunity awaits you at the Lindt Chocolate Shop - heaven for all chocolate lovers and hard to resist. Browse the immense assortment and buy some of the most delicious Swiss chocolate as a gift for your friends and families back home. The tour ends with the coach ride back to the Sihlquai coach parking. Zurich tour with Cruise & Chocolate hour public lake cruise Visit Lindt Chocolate Shop with free sample (no factory visit) 13:00 18: Apr 18 > 19 Oct 19 Block Out dates : , , , , , , BOZRH04 - Zurich Sunset Tour - Up to 16 persons Enjoy a cozy night in Zürich on this eclusive small group tour! We start with a short introduction drive through the city. Heading towards the lake you get a glimpse of the world famous shopping avenue "Bahnhofstrasse" (from mid November to early January you can marvel at the beautiful Christmas decoration called "Lucy in the sky with diamonds"). Reaching the small town of Kilchberg you will have a great shopping opportunity at the chocolate shop of the headquarters of famous Lindt factory. Browse the immense assortment and buy some of the most delicious Swiss Chocolate at best conditions. We continue to Adliswil, another town of Zürich's rural suburbs where we take the only aerial cable car in the canton to reach the hilltop station "Felsenegg". Located on the Albis chain, the area is one of the most important recreational zones of greater Zürich. It's only a short hike (*) through the magical wood to get to the restaurant overlooking Lake of Zürich. Enjoy the breathtakingly views on the terrace and delight a choice of appetizers while freshing-up with a glass of white wine in summer or warming-up with the freshly prepared "Glühwine", a traditional hot, spicy wine in winter. Then step inside this cosy Swiss restaurant and get seated on the traditionally, decorated table. An assorted bowl of salad is followed by the outstanding, original Swiss cheese-fondue. To complete your gourmet eperience a home-made chocolate cake is served. Satisfied in all sense, drive back to Zürich. Zurich Sunset Tour with cheese Fondue No child reduction Visit Lindt Chocolate Shop with free sample (no factory visit) Aerial cable car ride to viewpoint Felsenegg 4-course dinner consisting of: Appetizer incl. typical drink / salad bowl / cheese fondue all you can eat / chocolate cake Small group ecursions (ma 16 pa) 15:45 20:30 6 (driver-guide) BOZRH05 - Rhine Falls Drive through picturesque landscape with gently rolling vineyards and charming farming villages to reach the splendid medieval castle Laufen! Enjoy your leisure time at the mighty Rhine Falls - Europe's biggest waterfall and one of Switzerland major attractions! Delight unique views from the panoramic lift and see how an average of 700'000 liters of water per second plunge across a width of 150 meters into the basin below. The Belvedere panoramic trail brings you to the viewing platform right above the falls where you feel the spindrift of the rumbling waters. Those seeking for the ultimate adventure might take the optional, thrilling boat ride in the fizzy waters below the falls. On the way back we pass Schaffhausen with its well-known Munot Fortress from the 16th century. Important: Way back via Germany ==> PASSPORT MANDATORY! Rhine Falls - Europe's biggest waterfalls Free airport pick-up and drop-off (12h15 - to be confirmed) Entrance to Castle Laufen Rhine Falls eperience with Belvedere Way back via German territory - passport required! 09:00 12:45 apr 18 > oct 18 BOZRH06 - Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein Eplore in the morning Zürich's Old Town on your own or take the AM option! Drive through picturesque landscape with gently rolling vineyards and charming farming villages to reach the splendid medieval castle Laufen! Enjoy your time at the mighty Rhine Falls - Europe's biggest waterfall and one of Switzerland major attractions! Delight unique views from the panoramic lift and see how an average of 700'000 liters of water per second plunge across a width of 150 meters into the basin below. The Belvedere panoramic trail brings you to the viewing platform right above the falls where you feel the spindrift of the rumbling waters. Those seeking for the ultimate adventure might take the optional, thrilling boat ride in the fizzy waters below the falls. Continue via Schaffhausen with its well-known Munot Fortress to the medieval town of Stein am Rhein. Learn about the well-preserved old town on a stroll and see the many distinctive medieval buildings such as the church, the former monastery of St. Georgen, the town houses, the gates and towers as well as the town hall and armory. Most of these half-timbered frame houses are made of stone with delicate wooden window frames and stun visitors with their eceptional frescoes. After some time at leisure drive back in the evening via Zürich to Lucerne. Rhine Falls - Europe's biggest waterfalls & charming medieval town Free airport pick-up (time to be confirmed) Entrance to Castle Laufen Rhine Falls eperience with Belvedere 13:15 18:30 Apr 18 Oct 18 > Mar 19 MEZRH05 - Lucerne tour A pleasant ride over Albis-Pass and along the Lake of Lucerne takes you to the city of Lucerne. After a short panoramic tour of the town, the afternoon (appro. 6 hours) is all yours... Lucerne offers a wide range of attractions for everybody. The list is impressive: the Old Town, the famous Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument, the City Train the new attraction. In addition there s the Lake promenade, Europe s largest Transport Museum, the IMAX film theatre, and the Picasso Museum. You won t run out of places to visit! Meet your guide in the late afternoon for the return coach journey to Zurich. Lucerne Tour Transportation museum entrance fees not included 10:00 19h00 All year ecept Nov 5-16, 18 smtravel@dmcgva.ch 2

3 2018 Regular ecursions from Zurich BOZRH07 - Lucerne & Yacht Cruise The most charming Swiss city combined with a luury panorama yacht cruise? Enjoy the coach ride over the Albis Pass and along the shores of Lake of the Four Cantons to Lucerne. On a short City Tour your guide points out the main sights like the Chapel Bridge, Town-hall, Jesuit Church and the Culture and Convention Center. On a short stroll, you visit the Lion Monument and get in depth information from your guide followed by si hours of leisure time to eplore this unique city on your own. Included in your tour rate is a one hour boat cruise with the luury panorama yacht "Saphir" on beautiful Lake Lucerne. By the professional audio-guide system (English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Russian / Arabic / Hindi / Japanese / Chinese / Korean) you will get interesting information in your language about the history of the lake, the town and surrounding mountains! Enjoy the rest of your time on a stroll through the lovely Old Town with perfect shopping opportunities. Lucerne & Yacht Cruise h audio guided yacht cruise on Lake Lucerne (EN,FR,GE,IT,SP,RU,AR, HI,JA,CN,KO) 5h time at leisure in Lucerne 09:30 19:00 All year Ecept Jan 18 estimated date for maintenance, SP (ecept during leisure time in Lucerne and the boat cruise) MEZRH06- Lucerne Folklore Tour This tour begins with a pleasant ride to the city of Lucerne. After a short panoramic tour of the town, you will proceed to a typical Old Town Restaurant where traditional Swiss dishes will be served. You will start with a cheese Fondue, followed by a hearty Bratwurst, which is a veal sausage, and Rosti-potatoes. A delicious dessert will be served later. During lunch you will be entertained with yodelling, singing, Alp horn-blowing and flag-throwing. The meal and program lasts about 1½ to 2 hours. The afternoon is yours to eplore Lucerne on your own. Lucerne Folklore Tour Lunch not included 10:00 9 hours 01 apr 18 > 31 oct 18 MEZRH07 - Mount Titlis - Glacier Paradise An adventure ecursion to the highest vantage point in Central Switzerland. A pleasant ride with our delue motor coach takes you to the mountain resort of Engelberg in Central Switzerland, where you will board the aerial cableway for a 45 minute journey from the green valley bottom to the high alpine glacier region at 3020 m/10000 ft which guarantees snow the whole year round. Enjoy a magnificent ride in the world's first ever revolving 'ROTAIR' gondola, which offers a 360 panoramic view into the Alps. 2 hour stay on the mountain. Visit the Ice Grotto, eperience the new 'Ice Flyer' - chair lift ride over the glacier with fantastic views into crevasses and ice falls and enjoy a snow slide on the 'Fun lift'. (These activities are included in our tour). After the descent to Engelberg we board our coach for a drive to Lucerne, time at leisure (appro. 1 hour) for sightseeing and shopping before the coach takes you back to Zurich. Mount Titlis - Glacier Paradise Ice-Flyer Mount Titlis included Ice Grotto Mount Titlis included 10:00 9 hours ecept 5-16 Nov. 18 MEZRH08 - MOUNT PILATUS the dragon mountain Golden Roundtrip Lucerne's "own" mountain has many stunning sides - and on the "Golden Round Trip" you eperience each and every one! A guided coach ride takes you to Kriens, your starting point for the Golden Round Trip. Travel independently by panorama gondola and aerial cableway to the summit of Mount Pilatus. Enjoy the ride in the new aerial cable car «Dragon Ride» which gives passengers the impression of flying thanks to their cockpitlike design and large windows. A uniquely impressive panorama of 73 Alpine peaks and countless lakes awaits you on Pilatus Kulm, some 2132 metres (7000 feet) above sea level. Several restaurants and a large sun terrace await you. A spectacular ride on the world's steepest cogwheel railway then takes you down to Alpnachstad, where you enjoy a pleasant 1 ¼ hour cruise to Lucerne. Here you have some leisure time before meeting your guide and returning to Zurich by coach. Winter period: Cogwheel railway and boat not operating both up and down by cableway. In lieu thereof you will receive a lunch voucher valid at the restaurants at Mt. Pilatus. Mount Pilatus - The Golden Roundtrip Winter period: Cogwheel railway and boat not operating both up and down by cableway In lieu thereof you will receive a lunch voucher valid at the restaurants at Mt. Pilatus. 10:00 9 hours ecept 5-16 Nov. 18 BOZRH08 - Mount Rigi - The Queen of the Swiss Mountains Go where the Swiss go and visit beautiful Mount Rigi! Enjoy on this partly guided ecursion the different means of transportation on this outstanding ecursion. The journey starts with a lovely coach ride crossing the Albis Pass and along beautiful Lake Lucerne to Weggis where you board the aerial cable car to Rigi Kaltbad. Change to Europe s first ever mountain railway up to Rigi-Kulm (6000ft / 1800m). You will be overwhelmed by the incredible panoramic view over the Swiss-Midland, the Alps and the 13 lakes around you. Hike to the top in summer, rent a sledge in winter (optional) or just enjoy the beauty of this unique scenery. Descent to Vitznau by cog-wheel train followed by a lovely one-hour boat ride to Lucerne. Time at leisure to stroll through the charming Old Town before the journey back to Zurich. Multilingual guide ecept from Weggis to Lucerne. You will receive timetable and detailed, written information from your guide. Mount Rigi Aerial cable car ride included Mountain cogwheel railway included 1 h boat ride Vitznau - Lucerne included 09:30 19:00 ecept Apr 18 & 5-16 Nov. 18 No guides on the mountains& boat BOZRH09 - Mount Stanserhorn - CabriO Gondola From Zürich we will take you on a scenic coach journey through the beautiful countryside via Albis Pass and along the shores of the Lake of the Four Cantons to Lucerne. On a short City Tour we visit the Lion Monument and show you the main sights of this charming town. Enjoy some time at leisure to eplore the Old Town before we continue to Stans. Here you will board the Vintage Funicular Train for an unforgettable ride through blooming meadows to the valley station of the World s first CabriO! The latest master piece of Swiss engineering is a unique open top aerial cable car which takes you up to Mt. Stanserhorn (6230ft / 1900m). The unimpaired view from the roofless upper deck of the gondola is truly memorable. On the top of the mountain, a magnificent panoramic view over ten lakes, 100 kilometers of the Alpine mountain range and three countries awaits you. Take the short hike to the peak and visit the marmot park to watch these cute animals play. Relish a typically Swiss dish in the revolving restaurant Rondorama (optional). After descending to Stans, take the public train back to Lucerne for some additional time in this lovely city. In the evening the coach takes you back to Zürich. Multilingual guide ecept the way up- and down the mountain and the train ride to Lucerne. You will receive timetable and detailed, written information from your guide. Mount Stanserhon - CabriO! Historical funicular train ride included World s first CabriO included Public train Stans - Lucerne included 09:30 19:00 May 18 > Oct 18 No guides on the mountains& boat smtravel@dmcgva.ch 3

4 2018 Regular ecursions from Zurich BOZRH10 - Mount First Enjoy a morning drive to the Bernese Oberland, passing by five different mountain lakes and listening to interesting eplanations of your multilingual guide. After a picture stop at the famous village of Interlaken, we take you to the charming mountain resort Grindelwald. Take the cable car up to Mt. First to eperience the unique summit attraction "First Cliff Walk by Tissot". The trail with a 40-metre long one-rope suspension bridge at a dizzying height promises an etraordinary adrenalin kick. Grab a bite to eat on the spectacular sun terrace of the restaurant Berggasthaus First. Just a few steps aside, you find one of Switzerland's most thrilling activity: The First Flyer, a gigantic zip line, that gives you the feeling of flying down the hill over 800 meters with a maimum speed of 84km/h. Continue by Mountain Cart, a new fun sport vehicle with a comfortable seat, good tires and effective brakes. An eceptional ride on the rough track takes you to Bort, from where you complete your adventure by Trottibike Scooter. Curve down to Grindelwald through lovely alpine scenery passing by grazing cows and typical Swiss chalets. Enjoy some leisure time to eplore the alpine village Grindelwald before you take the train back to Interlaken, where you meet your tour guide again for the return trip to Zurich. Mount First - Top Adventure Aerial cable car Grindelwald - Mt. First included Suspension bridge "Cliff Walk" included Gigantic zip line "First Flyer" included Downhill drive with "Mt. First Mountain Car" included Trottibike scooter ride to Grindelwald included Public train ticket Grindelwald Interlaken included Child restriction: min. 10 years of age / min. 135 cm tall / min. weight of 25kg 08:00 20:00 05 May 18 > 28 Oct 18 No guides on the mountains& boat MEZRH09 - Engelberg - the great mountain village An ecursion to the ever popular summer and winter resort in the heart of Central Switzerland. Engelberg (Angel Mountain) was originally founded by the Benedictine monks and the imposing monastery dominates the centre of the village. The Baroque style monastery church, which houses the largest organ in Switzerland, is open for visits to the public. Enjoy a 3 ½ hour independent stay in this lovely mountain village to rela or stroll. On our return journey we stop in Lucerne (appro. 1 hour). Enjoy a short stroll and cross the famous Chapel bridge the landmark of Lucerne. Engelberg Tour Free visit in Engelberg village 10:00 19h00 ecept 5-16 Nov 18 MEZRH10 - INTERLAKEN - GRINDELWALD in the Bernese Oberland An ecursion to one of Switzerland's most magnificent Alpine regions. The guided coach tour takes you on scenic routes to Interlaken at the foot of the snow-covered Alps of the Bernese Oberland. After some time at leisure in Interlaken the coach takes you to the well-known holiday resort of Grindelwald, which is nick-named the 'Glacier Village'. You will have enough time to eplore this region on your own. An optional cable car ride (operates only May 7 - October 23, 2016) to the sunny terrace of Mt. First at 2 168m / 7113 ft is recommended - for a breathtaking panorama of the Bernese Alps and the First Cliff Walk by Tissot for those who wish to get the new summit attraction thrill. In the late afternoon meet your coach and guide for the return journey to Zurich. Interlaken - Grindelwald Free visit in Grindelwald village 08:30 20h00 34 Apr, Oct > Nov 18 Dec 18 > Mar 19 MEZRH11 - Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe An unforgettable Alpine tour to the majestic world of the Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe at 3'454 m /11'333 ft. A scenic coach tour takes us to the magnificent mountain world of the Bernese Oberland. After a short interlude in Interlaken you reach Lauterbrunnen where we board the cogwheel train for the most interesting mountain train trip via Kleine Scheidegg at the foot of the famous Eiger North Face to Jungfraujoch - Europe's highest railway station. Enjoy the incredible world of eternal snow and ice. Visit the Ice Palace, eperience the breath-taking panorama view from the Sphin Observation Terrace overlooking the Aletsch Glacier (Europe's longest glacier) and the snow-capped peaks of the neighbouring countries. The downhill mountain trip takes us to Grindelwald where our coach awaits us. Arrival in Zurich at appro. 8 pm. Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe JungfrauJoch Top of Europe train ticket included 08:30 20h00 34 Apr, Oct > Nov 18 Dec 18 > Mar 19 MEZRH12 - Eiger - Jungfrau Glacier Panorama View - Kleine Scheidegg This ecursion starts with a comfortable ride in a modern delue coach on scenic routes to a most enchanting alpine world of the Bernese Oberland. In Lauterbrunnen you will take the Wengernalp rack railway for a 45- minute trip up through idyllic alpine meadows and forests to the little village of Wengen, and then further on up to Kleine Scheidegg (2061 m / 6762 ft). Here you will find yourself in front of the most magnificent mountain backdrop of Mts Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The imposing Eiger North Face is within touching distance. Time for lunch, rela or do some hiking on the well-signed hiking trails for all levels of competence. The unaccompanied trip back down to the valley follows the north-west slopes of the Eiger to the famous resort of Grindelwald. Late afternoon departure to Zurich by coach with guide. Arrival in Zurich at appro. 8 pm. Eiger - Jungfraujoch Glacier Panorama Wengernalp rack railway included 08:30 20h00 34 Apr, Oct > Nov 18 Dec 18 > Mar 19 MEZRH13 - Heidiland - The great country tour Heidi's world is not only a children's fairy-tale, it really eists! After a tour of Zurich we follow the lake to Rapperswil and visit the picturesque Old Town and its medieval castle - time at leisure. Then after crossing the Ricken Pass with its panoramic views of the Alps we reach the lovely Toggenburg region with the most picturesque scenery of green hills and valleys. In Vaduz, the capital of the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein you will have time at leisure. See the settings of Heidi s story in the Maienfeld area. In the summer months we can visit Heidi s village. A pleasant short walk leads to a collection of typical mountain houses, a village shop, and of course lots of little goats. Entry into the authentic Heidi House is optional. Our trip along Lake Walen takes us back to Zurich. Heidiland - Great Country Tour Heidi House entrance fees not included 11:00 18h30 01 Apr 18 > 31 Mar19 MEZRH14 - Black Forest - Titisee An ecursion to Northern Switzerland and the Black Forest, one of the most attractive landscapes of Southern Germany. Along Lake Schluchsee you reach Titisee, the very heart of the Black Forest. You will get a short introduction in how they bring those popular cuckoo clocks to sing, then you will enjoy time at leisure. Perhaps you wish to do a boat ride or enjoy the local food; the most known speciality is the Black Forest Cake, made with cherry brandy (almost NO calories...) Driving through very impressive spruce forests passing by Lenzkirch you return to Switzerland. There you will stop to admire the Rhine Falls, Europe s largest and most spectacular waterfalls. Enjoy! Important: Do not forget your passport! Black Forest - Titisee Tour in Germany : passport mandatory 12:15 19h May 18 > 31 Oct18 smtravel@dmcgva.ch 4

5 2018 Regular ecursions from Zurich BOZRH11 - NEW!! Titlis SKI - Snow Eperience From Zürich a scenic coach journey takes you through beautiful countryside and along the shores of the Lake of the Four Cantons to the charming town of Lucerne. On an introductory city tour you visit the impressive Lion Monument and your guide points out the most eminent landmarks like the Chapel Bridge, the Jesuit Church and the Concert & Congress Hall. Enjoy some time at leisure to eplore the Old Town before you continue to Engelberg. A breath-taking journey with the aerial cable car takes you to the middle-station Trübsee where your snow adventure starts. Slide down the hill on snow tubes and try skiing once in a lifetime on the beginner slopes definitely a memorable eperience you shouldn't miss. A Titlis Snow Park staff member provides the equipment and supervises the activities. Finish your adventure by taking the Rotair revolving cable car to the top of Mt. Titlis located on 3'000 meters above sea level. From the sun terrace, you can enjoy magnificent views of the Swiss Alps and take some photos as a souvenir for those back home. In the late afternoon, descent with aerial cable cars and drive back by coach via Lucerne to Zürich. Titlis Snow Eperience Aerial cable car to Snowpark at Trübsee included Snow Adventureiclu. Snow Tubing and rental of 1 hour basic ski equipment (ski, boots,sticks,helmet only) included 1 hour use of ski lift and Snowpark slopes included * Children from 10 years of age only 09:30 19h00 15 Dec 17 to Mar* 19 *Depending on snow conditions, SP No guide during snow activities ** Ski Class on request BOZRH12 - NEW!! Canyoning or Rafting - Jungfrau Region ** Escape the city for a full-day ecursion to one of Switzerland s most attractive Alpine regions, the idyllic Bernese Oberland and the magnificent Jungfrau region mountain world for an amazing ski adventure! Enjoy the early morning drive through beautiful countryside while listening to interesting eplanations of your multilingual guide. Grab a bite to eat during the picture stop at the famous mountain resort Interlaken before reaching the ski area at Grindelwald. You will be fitted with the necessary equipment and meet your professional instructor for an eciting afternoon on the gentle slopes at Bodmi Arena - a perfect learning environment for ski beginners! During your class see how your instructor demonstrates the correct techniques and then give it a try yourself and slide across the white snow. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the north face of the Eiger Mountain while skiing the well prepared slopes. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture these thrilling moments of a once in a lifetime eperience! Before starting the return journey you have some leisure time to eplore the alpine village Grindelwald. Canyoning** or Rafting ** - Jungfrau Region Equipment rental included Hot showers, toilets and changing rooms available at the base Canyonning/Rafting adventure fully guided with English-speaking, professional instructor included Please bring swimsuit ans a towel with you! 08:00 20:00 Operating dates depending on weather conditions Canyonning : 18 May 18 > 16 Sep 18 Rafting : 01 May 18 > 15 Sep 18, SP Canoying & Rafting instructors EN only No child discount available - Minimum age Canyoning 12 & Rafting 16 Ma. weight 125kgs - Swimming skills are required **The canyonning and Rafting activities are operated by our patner in Interlaken. By mediating/distributing/selling this product, it is accepted that SM Travel assumes no liability for the Canyonnig/rafting activities. SM Travel is only responsible for the guided transportation from Zürich to Interlaken and back. BOZRH13 - Into the Alps! Up to 16 persons Let us take you into the heart of the Swiss Alps! Journey in comfortable Minibus (ma. 16 passengers) over the Brünig Pass (1008m) to the Bernese Oberland. Visit to the impressive Aare Gorge. Walk through the gorge on a secure footbridge. This is an unforgettable nature adventure. Free time for lunch (optional) before we ascend through wild landscapes the Grimsel Pass. On the top, at 2165m, view over the Dead Lake. Continuation to the Rhone Glacier - altitude 2300m. Walk through the 100m long blue Ice Tunnel to reach the Ice Room - a fascinating eperience! After a coffee break (optional) we tackle the Furka Pass (2431m). Spectacular sight over the Gotthard massif and the Urseren Valley. Continuation via Realp through the Urseren Valley to Andermatt and through the Schöllenen gorges with the legendary Devil's Bridge at the foot of the St. Gotthard Mountain. Return to Zürich. Entire tour with multilingual guide. Into the Alps - Swiss Mountain Passes Several pass discovery : Brünig pass 1'008m Grimsel Pass 2'165m Furka Pass 2'431m 10:00 19:30 47 Jun 18 > Sep 18 Small group ecursions (ma 16 pa) BOZRH14 - Swiss Traditions - Appenzellerland - Up to 16 persons Unforgettable ecursion to a beautiful, idyllic region of Eastern Switzerland. Drive in a comfortable Minibus (ma. 16 passengers) on the panoramic highway along beautiful Lake Zürich to the Lindt Chocolate Shop where a great shopping opportunity awaits you. Buy some of the most delicious Swiss Chocolates at best conditions! On the journey we pass Rapperswil, well known for its medieval castle and on to the green and hilly region of Appenzell. In Stein you will visit the cheese factory where the famous Appenzeller cheese is made! Learn more about the cheese making and the ancient traditions of this typical region. You are invited for a cheese tasting before you continue to the picturesque village of Appenzell. During your time at leisure we suggest to enjoy a local speciality in one of the cozy Appenzeller Restaurants (optional). The pedestrian zone with its beautiful facades invites for a stroll and some shopping. Take the opportunity to visit the Museum of Appenzell (optional) and learn more about the traditions and the way of life in this part of Switzerland. You will be fascinated by its rich culture and interesting history. Before heading back to Zürich meet again your guide who will lead you to the square of the cantonal assembly, the "Landsgemeindeplatz", and eplain you about the particular, political tradition which is still alive in the canton of Appenzell. You will also make a short stop at a traditional bakery to learn more about the famous "Appenzeller Biberli" - a traditional delicious gingerbread with honey and nuts. Tour with English and German speaking driver-guide (ecept during your individual stay in Appenzell). Swiss Traditions - Appenzellerland Visit Lindt Chocolate shop Visit to Appenzeller cheese factory incl. Cheese tasting included Small group ecursions (ma 16 pa) 10:00 19: Apr 18 + Dec 18 May 18 > Oct 18 Nov 18 BOZRH15 - Mountains, cheese and chocolate - Up to 16 persons Unforgettable ecursion to a beautiful, idyllic region of Eastern Switzerland. Drive in a comfortable Minibus (ma. 16 passengers) on the panoramic highway along beautiful Lake Zürich to the Lindt Chocolate Shop where a great shopping opportunity awaits you. Buy some of the most delicious Swiss Chocolates at best conditions! On the journey we pass Rapperswil, well known for its medieval castle and on to the green and hilly region of Appenzell. In Stein you will visit the cheese factory where the famous Appenzeller cheese is made! Learn more about the cheese making and the ancient traditions of this typical region. You are invited for a cheese tasting before you continue via the picturesque village of Appenzell to Brülisau. Here you start the ride with the aerial cable car to the peak of the Panorama Mountain Hoher Kasten (1800m / 6000 ft). Enjoy the fascinating view over the gently rolling hills of the Appenzellerland, the Rhine Valley and the Vorarlberg (Austria). Take a walk through the Alpine Garden and visit the spectacular revolving restaurant (Lunch ecl.). After this unique eperience, a guided walk through the small town of Appenzell awaits you. The pedestrian zone with its decoratively painted wooden facades invites you for a stroll or some shopping during your time at leisure before heading back to Zürich. Entire tour with English and German speaking driver-guide. Mountains, Cheese and Chocolate Visit Lindt Chocolate shop Visit to Appenzeller cheese factory incl. Cheese tasting included Aerial cable cra to Mt Hoher Kasten with revolving restaurant included Small group ecursions (ma 16 pa) 10:00 19: Apr 18 + Dec 18 May 18 > Oct 18 Nov 18 smtravel@dmcgva.ch 5

6 2018 Regular ecursions from Zurich BOZRH17 - Berne Swiss capital - Up to 16 persons Board our comfortable minibus for this eclusive small group tour on scenic routes and through stunning landscapes to Berne, the Swiss capital. Discover the rural highlights of Entlebuch valley - Switzerland's first Unesco Biosphere. The unspoilt moorlands and idyllic Alpine pastures are home to many farmers. Crossing the border to the idyllic Emmental valley you reach Trubschachen. At the Kambly Eperience you eperience the origins of Switzerland's best-known premium biscuit brand, discover the art of fine biscuit making and watch the master confectioners at work. Indulge in unique flavors and try as many biscuits of the tantalizing variety you like! After this sweet rest continue through the typical Bernese back country towards the Swiss capital Berne. Time to burn some calories on an informative walk through the charming Old Town, designated UNESCO world cultural heritage. Marvel at the late Gothic Cathedral (Münster), stroll under the characteristic arcades to the clock tower (Zytglogge) and pay a visit to the Parliament building overlooking the beautiful River Aare. Time at leisure for lunch (not included) and some souvenir shopping. In the afternoon we continue our way through fascinating rural landscape with their rich heritage. The impressively vast roofs shelter prosperous Emmental farmhouses and the red of the geraniums in their windows is probably more intense than anywhere else in the world! See grazing cows on green hills producing best milk, the principal ingredient for the world famous Emmental Cheese. And this means our net stop, the show diary. Right on time for the highlight of the day, when the fresh cheese is taken out of the pot by hand. Watch through the big windows directly in the production hall and learn about the traditional production of an Emmentaler AOP - the biggest cheese in the world! Before leaving this charming place you will be invited to a cheese tasting. Drive back to Lucerne and Zürich. Entire tour with English and German speaking driverguide. Berne Swiss capital with Kambly biscuit and Emmental cheese tasting Visit Kambly Eperience (incl. Premium biscuit tasting) Visit show diary with cheese tasting, incl. soft drink Small group ecursions (ma 16 pa) 08:30 19: Apr 18 May 18 > Oct 18 Nov + Dec BOZRH18 - Swiss Ski Eperience (Jungfrau Region) Escape the city for a full-day ecursion to one of Switzerland s most attractive Alpine regions, the idyllic Bernese Oberland and the magnificent Jungfrau region mountain world for an amazing ski adventure! Enjoy the early morning drive through beautiful countryside while listening to interesting eplanations of your multilingual guide. Grab a bite to eat during the picture stop at the famous mountain resort Interlaken before reaching the ski area at Grindelwald. You will be fitted with the necessary equipment and meet your professional instructor for an eciting afternoon on the gentle slopes at Bodmi Arena - a perfect learning environment for ski beginners! During your class see how your instructor demonstrates the correct techniques and then give it a try yourself and slide across the white snow. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the north face of the Eiger Mountain while skiing the well prepared slopes. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture these thrilling moments of a once in a lifetime eperience! Before starting the return journey you have some leisure time to eplore the alpine village Grindelwald. Swiss Ski Eperience ,5 hours ski classes with professionnal instructor included Equipement rental (Ski, boots, sticks, helmet, jacket, pants, gloves) included 08:00 20:00 12 Dec 18 > Mar 18* *Depending on snow conditions, SP No guide during the transfer to Lauterbrunnen Super Saver Offers - Same Day Combination! Super Saver 1 (BOZRH01 + BOZRH06) 10h00 'The Best of Zurich' + 13h15 'Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein' Free airport pick-up (time to be confirmed) Entrance to Castle Laufen Rhine Falls eperience with Belvedere 09h00 18h30 Apr 18 + Oct 18 May 18 > Sep 18 Super Saver 2 (BOZRH05 + BOZRH01) 09h00 'Rhine Falls' + 15h30 'The Best of Zurich' Free airport pick-up and drop-off (12h15 - to be confirmed) Entrance to Castle Laufen Rhine Falls eperience with Belvedere Way back via German territory - passport required! 09h00 17h45 Apr 18 > Oct 18 Block out dates : , , , , , , , =daily 1=Monday 2=Tuesday 3=Wednesday 4=Thursday 5=Friday * 1st price is for adult *2nd price is for children from 6 to 15 years ***EN=English, GE= German, SP=Spanish, CN=Chinese, JA=Japanese, RU=Russian, HI=Hindi, KO=Korean, AR=Arabic Meals and beverages are at clients own epenses 6=Saturday Tour information - Children under 16 yo must be accompanied by an adult. - Meals and beverages are at clients own epenses. - We reserve the right to cancel any tours due to lack of demand - Program and schedules subject to alterations. Departure information - All tours are leaving from bus terminal SIHLQUAI, located 200 m behind Zurich main train station, right opposite Hotel Walhalla. - Clients are requested to take their seats 10 minutes prior to departure time - In the mountains it is often cold even thought the sun shines. Warm clothes, sunglasses and a pair of solid shoes are therefore recommended. - Tour prices are including Swiss VAT smtravel@dmcgva.ch 6