Sunday, June 22, 2008

The tour departs from Houston to Zurich, Switzerland.  On board the flight you will be treated to complimentary meals, drinks and a movie.

Monday, June 23, 2008

You’ll arrive in the Zurich airport and be greeted by Alpenfest.  We will board a first-class, Mercedes bus and travel with our expert driver, Hansi, to the delightful village of Flüeli-Ranft.  We will have the afternoon free in Flüeli-Ranft to unwind or discover the town.

Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Our first excursion will be a very special treat!  Relax, enjoy and discover interesting insight into the history and legends along the shores of the Lake of the Four Cantons.  This cruise is exceptionally beautiful and enjoyable.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

We’ll visit the town of Hergiswil and see the artistry of glass blowing, one of many traditional Swiss crafts.  Two museums reveal this history of glass blowing and the many uses of glass.  The remainder of the day will be spent enjoying the lovely city of Lucerne.  Your may choose from museums, shopping, music or nature.

Thursday, June 26, 2008

When you think of Switzerland, you naturally think of cheese.  Following a beautiful drive to Engelberg, we will visit a Schaukaserei for a cheese making demonstration.  Next, experience the thrill of riding the world's first revolving cable car up to Mount Titlis.  From the highest viewpoint in central Switzerland, this glacier paradise offers a year-round snow and ice experience.

Friday, June 27, 2008

The wonder and beauty of nature at its best is Trümmelbach falls!  Trümmelbach  consists of ten illuminated glacier waterfalls inside a mountain which is accessible by elevator.  The water originates from three mountain peaks and carries up to 20,000 liters per second.  After lunch, it’s ALL ABOARD!!  Chug, chug, toot, toot  as we take Switzerland’s oldest steam cog railway 1,678 meters up Rothorn Kulm.  Your reward is a spectacular mountain panorama.

Saturday, June 28, 2008

Travel to Kestert.  Relax on the bus, mingle with your new friends.  Then settle into your hotel room for the next seven nights.