The Location – A Surreal Paradise in the Heart of Europe

Zurich: Nestled in the foot of the Alps in the heart of Europe, Zurich is a lakeside cosmopolitan metropolis, blessed with paradisiacal natural beauty, alluring hordes of luxury travellers to revel in its magnificence. Apart from being a hub of art, culture, and history by featuring numerous awe-inspiring museums, the largest city of Switzerland offers the most lively nightlife in the country, keeping it abuzz round-the-clock.

Vevey: Set between Lake Geneva and Mount Pélerin as a “Pearl of the Swiss Riviera”, Vevey is a picturesque lakeside town enriched with sweeping vistas of the Alpine ranges, inviting writers, artists, and avid leisure travellers to bask in its breathtaking beauty. Amidst its serene natural ambience, the quaint Swiss town also offers access to a wide range of popular attractions, including the celebrated comedian Charlie Chaplin’s House, enthralling cruises on Lake Geneva, the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, and more.

8-Day Holiday Itinerary

Day 1: Touchdown at the Paradise with an Endearing Welcome

Upon arrival in Switzerland at Zurich Kloten International Airport (ideally after 4 pm local time), you’ll be escorted to the hotel. Relax and relish some oozing delicacies for dinner to replenish your energy for the exciting tours and activities coming your way the next day!

Day 2: A Perfect Start to Your Swiss Exploration

Wake up to the mesmerising Swiss morning with some wholesome continental breakfast and prepare yourself for an enthralling drive to Engelberg to visit Mt. Titlis. Following a delicious Indian lunch in Engelberg, enjoy an exciting drive to Lucerne to set out on a shopping spree and a delightful evening cruise on Lake Lucerne. Conclude your day with a lip-smacking dinner at an Indian Restaurant and return to Zurich to get some cosy sleep.

Day 3: Leisure or Excursion - What Would You Like?

Kickstart your day with a delicious continental breakfast to either spend your day at leisure or opt for a fabulous excursion to Interlaken. On the enthralling trip, drive to Grindelwald Grund/ Lauterbrunnen after exploring Interlaken to take a cogwheel train up to Jungfraujoch - The Top of Europe. After savouring the breathtaking beauty of the Alpine saddle, relish some delectable Indian delicacies for lunch on the top at Bollywood Restaurant. After the fascinating excursion, head back to Zurich to rejuvenate yourself with a mouth-watering dinner and some quiet sleep.

(Lunch only to be included for people opting for the optional package. Guests not opting for the excursion will get packed dinner on this day)

Day 4: A Surreal Boat Ride at Rhine Falls

Rise to a surreal Swiss morning in Zurich with a healthy continental breakfast to prepare yourself for a charming drive to Schaffhausen to visit “Europe’s largest waterfall”, the pristine Rhine Falls, where you could enjoy a captivating boat ride. Get down near the beautiful Zurich Lake as you return from Rhine Falls to freely explore the cosmopolitan metropolis and various attractions in the city centre while having a wholesome lunch on your own. Proceed for a savoury dinner as you are picked up post evening and drive back to the hotel for a deep slumber on your comfy bed.

Day 5: Relive Being a Kid with Charlie Chaplin

Relish a delectable continental breakfast to kickstart your day and check out of the hotel. Embark on an exciting journey to Bern, the de facto capital of Switzerland, where you have some free time to explore the city lined with marvellous Gothic fountains. See some interesting 12th-century architecture and take a quick photo-stop outside Albert Einstein's house. After having a delicious lunch on your own, resume your journey to reach Vevey to visit Charlie Chaplin’s house and museum. Complete your enthralling day with an oozing dinner at an Indian Restaurant followed by a relaxing overnight stay at a 4-star hotel in Vevey.

Day 6: A Field Day for Avid Photographers and Sports Fans

Begin your first morning in Vevey with a nutritious continental breakfast and get ready for a short trip to Lausanne to visit the awe-inspiring Olympic Museum. After exploring the museum, relish a serene Cruise on Lake Geneva with Local Lunch from Lausanne to Chillon Castle to click some fabulous pictures with the majestic Chateau De Chillon. Proceed back to Vevey and take the rest of the day off to explore the magnificent town, followed by a lip-smacking dinner at an Indian Restaurant and a comfy overnight stay in Vevey.

Day 7: Chocolate, Cheese, and DDLJ - A Fabulous Fusion!

Embark on a scenic drive to Gstaad to freely explore the picturesque town after waking up to a delicious continental breakfast at the hotel. Enliven your Swiss getaway experience by travelling to Saanen to visit the famous bridge from the iconic movie Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. Resume your fascinating Swiss exploration by driving to Gruyeres to relish a delectable lunch at an Indian Restaurant followed by an exciting tour of a cheese factory in the medieval town. Take a short drive to Broc to visit Cailler Chocolate Factory before returning to Vevey to savour a mouth-watering dinner at an Indian Restaurant and get some re-energizing sleep at the hotel.

Day 8: Farewell Switzerland!

Wake up to the final day of your fabulous Swiss Retreat with a wholesome continental breakfast, followed by check-out from the hotel. Bid adieu to the quaint town of Vevey to drive back to Zurich, where a lip-smacking Indian lunch awaits you before you proceed to the airport to catch your flight back to India (Flight time to be ideally scheduled post 4 pm local time).

Your safety is of utmost priority to us. Which is why we are bringing you certified getaways to make sure your stay is safe and worry-free. Properties that tick all the boxes of our 12-point safety checklist get the Safe Getaway stamp while the rest are self-certified and follow their own set of protective measures.

• Physical distancing of at least 6 feet to be followed as far as feasible.
• All guests and employees are required to wear face shields/masks.
• Every staff member and guest is required to follow proper hand hygiene such as frequent washing of hands and use of alcohol-based sanitizers. Both measures are facilitated by the hotel.
• There is sufficient provision of hand sanitizers in guest rooms and public areas.
• Guests are required to provide their travel history and medical records at the time of check-in and the same has to be looked into and maintained. ID and self-declaration form is provided by each guest at the reception.
• Luggage is disinfected before being sent to the room.
• Room service or takeaway is facilitated and encouraged.
• Regular and effective sanitation within the premises is maintained with particular focus on lavatories, drinking and handwashing stations/areas.
• Frequently touched surfaces such as doorknobs, elevator buttons, handrails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc. are cleaned and disinfected on a regular basis.
• Deep cleaning of all washrooms is ensured at regular intervals.
• Thermal screening of all guests and employees before they enter the property is compulsory.
• Regular staff training is initiated for maintaining social distancing norms, hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette.

Departure Dates - 25.09.21, 09.10.21 and 23.10.21

Blackout Dates: There will be dates on which this deal will be unavailable. Dates for these have been marked on the booking calendar under blackout dates.

Availability: Bookings are subject to availability. To confirm your dates of stay at purchase, click on 'Book Now' and select your preferred package. Use the calendar to browse and select the available dates. Dates with a surcharge and blackout dates are identified.

Package Cancellation Policy: All cancellations will be completely free and qualify for a 100% refund, provided it is done at least 15 days prior to the departure date. Past that, any cancellation, including a no-show on the day of arrival, will incur a full payment.

Validity: Each package is valid for two adults on double sharing. 

Maximum Guest Capacity: The maximum room capacity is two adults and one child below 11 years.

Package excludes:

• International Airfare
• Travel Insurance
• Schengen Visa Charges
• Porterage at Airport/Hotels
• Any Food & Beverage items not mentioned in the itinerary.
• Tipping is expected from anyone providing your service e.g. Coach Driver, Local Guides, etc. It is mandatory to tip a nominal amount of CHF 3 per person/per day. For the entire duration of this tour which is 08 Days, the total Tips amount is CHF 24 per person to be paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tour.
• The tour cost does not include POE charges and passport charges.
• Private airport transfers, Cost of Suggested / Optional Excursions.
• Arrival and Departure PCR – COVID test if required by the airline or Government bodies.
• Any services not mentioned in the inclusion list.

Optional:

Excursion to Jungfraujoch and visit to Interlaken (with Lunch): 220 CHF/per person (Lunch on this day would either be at “Bollywood Restaurant” at the top of Jungfraujoch or at a restaurant in Interlaken, depending on if “Bollywood Restaurant” is open).

Hotel options:

Your stay includes 4-star accommodation at the following hotels. Accommodation is subject to availability and maybe substituted for a hotel of a similar standard.

• Zurich: Hilton Zurich Airport / Movenpick Zurich Airport or Similar
• Vevey: Modern Times Vevey / Novotel Lausanne Bussigny or Similar

Terms & Conditions

The package cannot be split.

Offer only available for consecutive nightly stays.

Dining inclusions do not include beverages (unless otherwise stated).

Menus are subject to change without notice.

Please note that full terms and conditions apply - refer to https://www.fabgetaways.com/terms-and-conditions

Services

On-Tour Support: Enjoy your Swiss escape without hassles as our expert Tour Manager will travel on the tour with our guests, for a total group size of over 15 passengers.

Coach Transfers: Explore the surreal Swiss magnificence conveniently by travelling from one gem to the other through enthralling drives while gazing at the country’s scenic beauty with coach transfers with the whole group by a luxury, air-conditioned coach, offered as per the itinerary.

Facilities

Wellness: Stay in shape during your Swiss getaway in Zurich and Vevey by working out with sophisticated fitness and wellness facilities available at the hotels.
Wi-Fi: Share the ecstatic moments of your Swiss retreat with your friends and family through the digital realm by staying connected to the internet with the Wi-Fi facilities offered at the hotels.

By Air

The Zurich Kloten International Airport receives regular flights from the major cities of India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad.

For any questions or queries regarding the deal, please contact us at travelconcierge@fabgetaways.com or check our FAQs.