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 Switzerland
is a landlocked alpine country in Western Europe with an
area of 41,285 km² bordered by Germany, France, Italy,
Austria and Liechtenstein. Swiss confederation consists of
26 Cantons.
Switzerland comprises three basic topographical areas: the
Swiss Alps, the Swiss plateau or "middleland", and the Jura
mountains along the northwestern border with France. The
Alps are a high mountain range running across the
central-south of the country, comprising about 60 % of the
country's total area.
There are large lakes found here and the biggest Swiss
cities are in this area of the country. This region,
particularly the west, is also referred to as the "Seeland"
(the land of lakes) and the largest lake is Lake Geneva
(also called Lac Léman), in the West of Switzerland. The
Rhone River is the main tributary to Lake Geneva.
Swiss Alps: The Swiss
Alps are the central portion of the Alps mountain range that
lies within Switzerland. The Alps cover 61% of Switzerland's
surface area (41,285 km²) thus making her the second most
alpine country after Austria. The highest summit in
the Swiss Alps is the Dufourspitze, at 4,634metres (15,202
ft) near the Swiss-Italian border. The highest mountain
which lies entirely on Swiss territory is the Dom, at
4,545metres (14,911 ft).
Fresh mountain air, clear blue lakes and clean cultured
cities. If it’s skiing down glaciers or walking the hills,
touring or driving, from Zurich to the Alps, Geneva to
Lucerne, for chic European shopping or cosmopolitan café
culture, it’s all here for your dream holiday in
Switzerland.
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Fact File - Switzerland: |
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Location: |
Central Europe, East of
France and North of Italy |
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Area: |
Water: 1,520sq km
Land: 39,770 sq km |
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Capital: |
Bern |
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Time Zone: |
UTC +1 (daylight saving
time: +1hr, begins last Sunday in March; ends last
Sunday in October) |
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Currency: |
Swiss Franc (CHF) |
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Language: |
German, French,
Italian, and Romansch are national and official
languages |
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Religion: |
Roman Catholic 41.8%,
Protestant 35.3%, Muslim 4.3%, Orthodox 1.8%, other
Christian 0.4%, other 1%, unspecified 4.3% |
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Climate: |
Temperate, but varies
with altitude; cold, cloudy, rainy/snowy winters;
cool to warm, cloudy, humid summers with occasional
showers |
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Terrain: |
Mostly mountains (Alps in south, Jura in northwest)
with a central plateau of rolling hills, plains, and
large lakes |
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When to Go: |
Switzerland definitely
experiences seasons -- winter can bring a fair
amount of snow while summer can be sunny and sultry
but the weather is rarely extreme. Temperatures in
summer can climb to the 30s°C (90s°F) or even mid
30s°C (mid 90s°F).
June is the ideal month
for a tour of Switzerland, followed by either
September or October, when the mountain passes are
still open. During summer the country is usually
overrun with tourist traffic. September can be quite
rainy, but October offers sunny weather with
temperatures on their 20s°C (70s°F), which is
perfect for hiking in the Alps even in high
altitude. |
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7 Nights / 8 Days: Switzerland Tour Package |
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Day 01
Zurich – Engelberg |
On arrival in Switzerland - at Zurich airport, transfer to Engelberg
Dinner.Overnight in Engelberg. |
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Day 02
Engelberg - Jungfraujoch |
Breakfast. Depart for an Excursion to Jungfraujoch –Top of Europe.
100% guarantee of snow & ice! The Sphinx observation hall and terrace, the glistening Ice Palace, a walk on the eternal snows of the Jungfrau plateau. Amazing year-round attractions on the Jungfraujoch-Top of Europe!
The Ice Gateway links the Ice Palace with the glacier plateau. Experience the high-Alpine winterworld at close quarters - in all four seasons and in all weathers - from the shelter of this innovative new building.Lunch at Gletscher Restaurant on Jungfraujoch.
Return to hotel in the evening.Dinner. Overnight in Engelberg |
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Day 03
Mount Titlis |
Breakfast at the Hotel. Check out. Proceed for an excursion to Mount Titlis.
Mount Titlis: Travel from Engelberg to Mount Titlis in Central Switzerland with the world's first revolving cable car. The cable ride is 45 minutes. This glacier paradise at 10,000 feet offers a snow and ice experience on the highest viewpoint in Central Switzerland all year round.A ride on the Ice Flyer, a chairlift that spans the glacier crevasses of Mount Titlis. Entrance into the Glacier Grotto, a roundtrip excursion below the earth's surface Indian Lunch Proceed to Lucerne. Enjoy 01 hour evening cruise by the Night Boat on the Lake Lucerne.After the cruise proceed to Geneva . Dinner at Indian Restaurant.Overnight in Geneva. |
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Day 04
Geneva - Chamonix |
Breakfast at the Hotel . Full day trip to Chamonix.
Chamonix offers a multitude of slopes for all levels, each ski area having its own merit. Tremendously long slopes, skiing through the trees, freeride and off-piste, beginners slopes : an infinite number of possibilities for snowriders and mountain lovers alike.Whatever your skiing style or choice of ski speciality, come and join the ski professionnals who know how to teach you the essential techniques whilst making it a pleasure all the way. The lift pass Chamonix le Pass, provides access to the 3 main areas (excluding the top cable car at the Grands Montets) and to all the beginners slopes.The lift pass Unlimited, provides access to all Chamonix's ski areas, the Courmayeur and funivie Monte Bianco areas and also to the sightseeing lifts and trains: Aiguille du Midi, train du Montenvers et tramway du Mont-Blanc.Dinner at Indian Restaurant.Overnight in Geneva. |
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Day 05
Geneva - Zurich |
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out.Proceed to Visit Chocolate Factory ( inclusive of audio visual presentation, tasting section , sales shop ).Later visit to Cheese Factory in Gruyeres.Lunch and dinner at Indian Restaurant.Overnight stay in Zurich. |
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Day 06
Zurich |
Breakfast at the Hotel.Proceed to visit the Rhine Falls. Indian Lunch.Free time for shopping in Zurich.Overnight stay in Zurich. |
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Day 07
End of tour |
Breakfast . Transfer to Zurich airport for your departure flight. |
Tour Price Per adult on twin sharing basis : Rs.93500/
Tour Cost Includes:
- Round trip economy class airfare Chennai / Zurich / Chennai
- Swiss visa fees
- 2 Nights accommodation in Engelberg with breakfast
- 2 Nights accommodation in Geneva with breakfast
- 2 Nights accommodation in Zurich with breakfast
- 3 Indian Lunch , 5 Indian dinners as per itinerary
- Excursion to Jungfraujoch
- Excursion to Mount Titlis
- Visit to Rhine Falls
- Full day trip to Chaomanix
- Visit to Chocolate and Cheese Factory.
Tour Cost excludes
- Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephone charges, mineral water etc
- Usage of Mini Bar
- Tips and Porterage
- Any meals other than specified
- Any increase in the air fare , airport taxes which may come into effect prior to the departure
- Any other items not specified in Tours Includes.
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