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Italy – Switzerland – Principality of Liechtenstein
8 days / 7 nights
Milan – (Lake Maggiore) – (Verona) – Principality of Liechtenstein – Zurich – (Lucerne) – (Stein am Rhein and Rhine Falls) – Bern – Turin – Milan
Top highlights
Main highlights of the route
Milan with a guide
Sforza Castle, Via Dante, the Duomo, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and La Scala Theatre.
Swiss classics
Zurich, Bern and scenic optional trips to Lucerne, Montreux and Gruyères.
Principality of Liechtenstein
A stop in a small Alpine country and a visit to the historic center of the capital.
Italian lakes
Lake Maggiore, Isola Bella, Lake Garda and Sirmione are available as additional experiences.
Turin finale
The Baroque historic center, the royal palaces of the Savoy dynasty and the Mole Antonelliana.
Tour program by day
Day 1 • Milan
Arrival in Milan
Departure from Chisinau. Arrival in Milan. At the airport, meeting with a company representative holding a sign of the Operator. Transfer and accommodation at the hotel. Free time. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 • Free day
Leisure and free time
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 • Milan
Milan
Breakfast at the hotel. Meeting with the group escort. Panoramic walking tour of Milan with a Russian-speaking guide, including an introduction to the central part of the city, a visit to the medieval fortress of Sforza Castle, a walk along the central Via Dante, and, in addition, an exterior view of the masterpiece of Gothic art — the Duomo Cathedral. We will pass through the world-famous Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II shopping arcade and finish the tour in front of the legendary opera theatre La Scala, considered a center of world classical music.
Free time. Optional excursions are organized for those who wish: La Scala Theatre Museum, where part of the excursion includes a visit to the theatre hall itself. Excursion inside the Duomo Cathedral. Trip to Lake Maggiore with a boat ride and a visit to Isola Bella, with its amazing botanical garden and the palace of the Borromeo dukes.
Return to the hotel. Free time. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 • Milan – Verona
Milan-(Verona)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free time for shopping. For those who wish, an optional excursion to Verona — one of the most amazing cities in the world, the birthplace of Romeo and Juliet.
The excursion to Verona includes an additional opportunity to visit Lake Garda, at one of the most famous European lake resorts with natural thermal springs — the town of Sirmione. Return to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 • Liechtenstein – Zurich
Liechtenstein-Zurich
Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out from the hotel with luggage. Transfer to Zurich. On the way, a stop in the Principality of Liechtenstein. Liechtenstein is a small charming country with an area of about 160 sq. km. Three quarters of the country are occupied by mountains. Tour of the historic center of the capital with the group escort.
Transfer to Zurich — the financial center of Switzerland. Guided tour of the historic center of the city. Free time. Accommodation at a hotel in the Zurich area. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 • Rhine Falls – Stein am Rhein – Lucerne
(Rhine Falls - Stein am Rhein - Lucerne)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free time or, for those who wish, in the first half of the day an optional trip to the Rhine Falls and the fairytale town of Stein am Rhein, located on the bank of the Rhine River.
In the second half of the day, an optional excursion to Lucerne is organized. Tour of the historic part of Lucerne, with its famous wooden bridges and old spires looking into the waters of the Reuss River. Free time. Return to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7 • Bern
Bern
Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out from the hotel with luggage. Transfer to Bern, the capital of Switzerland. A walk with the escort through the city center gives the opportunity to see the main sights, the Bear Pit with live bears, the Clock Tower and the tallest cathedral in the country.
For those who wish, a visit to the most photogenic Alpine village of Gruyères with tasting of the famous cheese. Transfer to Italy, with an optional stop on the way in one of the most luxurious resorts of Switzerland — the town of Montreux, located on the shore of Lake Geneva.
The longest lakeside promenade, stories and monuments connected with talents such as Freddie Mercury, Nabokov and others, and the most visited attraction in Switzerland — Chillon Castle — all this is in Montreux. Accommodation at a hotel in the Piedmont region, in the surroundings of Turin. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8 • Turin – Milan
Turin - Milan
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the center of Turin.
Turin is the capital of the XX Winter Olympic Games and the place where the famous Shroud of Turin is kept. Walk through the Baroque historic center of Turin with the group assistant: Piazza Castello — the heart of the city, Palazzo Reale, the royal palace of the Savoy dynasty, and Palazzo Madama, the Cathedral with the Chapel of the Sacra Sindone, where the Shroud of Turin is kept, and the Mole Antonelliana.
Free time. Optionally, an excursion to the Royal Palace is organized — recognized as one of the most luxurious royal residences in Europe. Royal apartments, works by the favorite court architects of the Kings of Savoy, whose names today belong to the history of world architecture.
The Royal Armoury is famous for 62 colors of marble and houses one of the richest collections in the world of cold arms and firearms. You will see a unique exhibition of foot and equestrian armour from the personal collection of King Carlo Alberto.
While in the Royal Palace, you will be able to enter the chapel of the Duomo Cathedral and see the most famous Baroque dome by Guarino Guarini, where the Shroud was kept until 1997.
Transfer to Milan by bus or train. Transfer to the airport.
Program details
Price, supplements and important conditions
The program price includes
Accommodation in 3-4* hotels on a breakfast basis
Group transfer airport-hotel-airport airport, for all flights at Malpensa Airport
Transport service according to the program with a Russian-speaking assistant
Excursions with a Russian-speaking licensed guide in Milan and Zurich
Visits to Turin, Bern and Liechtenstein with a Russian-speaking assistant
Optional excursions and additional payments
Entrance tickets to museums
La Scala Theatre-Museum — 25 euro, entrance ticket included in the price
Excursion to Milan Cathedral, Duomo — 20 euro
Excursion to Lucerne — 60 euro
Trip to the Waterfalls + Stein am Rhein — 60 euro
Excursion to Verona — 55 euro
Trip to Lake Garda — 10 euro
Lake Maggiore — 50 euro, boat included in the price
Entrance ticket to the Palace and Botanical Garden — 17 euro, Isola Bella
Visit to the city of Montreux — 10 euro
Visit to the town of Gruyères — 10 euro
Excursion to the Royal Palace — 35 euro, entrance ticket included in the price
Mandatory payments
Tourist tax in hotels
Headphones — 15 euro for the whole week
Supplement for transfer from/to Bergamo Airport — 45 euro/person one way
Children under 4 years old cannot participate in the tour
Notes
* If the program indicates two or more hotels of the same category, the company reserves the right to make the final choice of the hotel where the tourist will stay
* During international exhibitions and Olympiads, as well as international-level sports competitions, accommodation may be provided in hotels in the suburbs or surrounding areas
* The order of excursions may be changed for technical reasons
* Group transfer is provided only on the start and end dates of the program. When booking extra nights, an individual transfer must be booked, or tourists must travel independently
* Please note that in case tourists do not show up at the start of the tour or refuse the tour services unilaterally, the company reserves the right to cancel all services without refunding the cost
* When transfers are provided at the beginning and at the end of the tour, escort services may not be provided.
Travel FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The program lasts 8 days and 7 nights.
Where does the trip start?
Departure is from Chisinau, with arrival in Milan.
Which cities are included in the main route?
The program includes Milan, Liechtenstein, Zurich, Bern, Turin and return to Milan.
Is there free time during the tour?
Yes, free time is included on different days of the program, including time for shopping and independent walks.
Which excursions are included?
Included are excursions with a Russian-speaking licensed guide in Milan and Zurich, as well as visits to Turin, Bern and Liechtenstein with an assistant.
Which excursions are optional?
Optional excursions include La Scala, the Duomo, Lucerne, Rhine Falls, Stein am Rhein, Verona, Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore, Montreux, Gruyères and the Royal Palace.
Are breakfasts included?
Yes, accommodation is provided in 3-4* hotels on a breakfast basis.
Is group transfer included?
Yes, group transfer airport-hotel-airport is provided for all flights at Malpensa Airport on the start and end dates of the program.
Is there a mandatory headphones fee?
Yes, headphones are paid separately and are mandatory — 15 euro for the whole week.
Is there a tourist tax?
Yes, tourist tax in hotels is paid separately and is mandatory.
Can small children join the tour?
Children under 4 years old cannot participate in the tour.
Can the order of excursions change?
Yes, the order of excursions may be changed for technical reasons.