Beautiful Alpine Lakes and Scenic Trains

Included Features

• Free parking with roundtrip motorcoach transportation to a local international airport
• Roundtrip airfare from a local international airport to Zurich, Switzerland with a return from Lucerne, Switzerland
• Roundtrip transfers - airport/hotel
• 9 nights hotel accommodations
• 9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners
• Sightseeing as stated in the itinerary by motorcoach, boat, and train
• Services of a Professional AAA Member Choice Vacations Tour Director and Driver
• Gratuities for the AAA Member Choice Vacations Tour Director, Driver and Local Guides
• All local taxes, hotel service charges & porterage for one suitcase per person
• Services of a AAA Journey Manager

Highlights

• Old Town Zurich, Switzerland
• World-renowned Glacier Express Train
• Zermatt, Switzerland
• Matterhorn Museum
• Lake Maggiore, Italy
• Stresa, Italy
• Isola dei Pescatori
• Borromeo Palace
• Lake Como
• Lucerne, Switzerland

Itinerary

Sunday, May 10, 2026: Depart for Zurich, Switzerland

Motorcoach from Central PA to a local international airport for an overnight flight to Zurich, Switzerland.

*Air Schedule will be shared once available. Group air schedule is in economy class. Seat assignments are controlled by the airline. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed.  Air upgrades may be available and are by request only and are not guaranteed. Air upgrade requests may not be on the same flight schedule as the rest of the group and must be requested at the time of the initial deposit.

Monday, May 11, 2026: Zurich, Switzerland

Welcome to Zurich, Switzerland!  Once here you'll have some free time to explore the city on  your own by checking out some of its historic museums or Old Town Zurich.  In the evening meet your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. Hotel: Hotel Krone Unterstrass, Zurich (Dinner)

Tuesday, May 12, 2026: Zurich - Andermatt - Zermatt

After breakfast enjoy a walking tour of the city as a local guide gives you a historical accounting of the city.  Learn about the history of the chocolate shops and sample some of the delectable treats before taking time for lunch on your own.  Then it's all aboard the world famous Glacier Express train on your way to Andermatt and soak in the stunning beauty of the towering mountains and surrounding forests before continuing on to Zermatt, a carless village. Hotel: Hotel Alex, Zermatt (Breakfast, Dinner)

Wednesday, May 13, 2026: Zermatt

Today you'll explore this carless mountain village of Zermatt with a tour guided walking tour in the morning.  Afterwards the day is yours to explore on your own, taking in the stunning views of the Matterhorn and perhaps visiting the Matterhorn Museum. Hotel: Hotel Alex, Zermatt (Breakfast)

Thursday, May 14, 2026: Zermatt - Lake Maggiore, Italy

We embark from Switzerland into Italy on a drive through the Simplon Pass of the Alps, taking the same path that Napoleon took when he conquered Milan and Venice. On your way you'll stop off at a local family-owned cow farm, and learn about life on the farm and the family business before enjoying some some-made products for lunch.  You'll then continue on to Lake Maggiore and the town of Stresa, renowned for its blend of elegance that has inspired writers and artists for over a century.  Hotel: Zacchera Hotels, Lake Maggiore (Breakfast, Lunch)

Friday, May 15, 2026: Lake Maggiore

The day is yours to explore at your leisure!  Explore the the town, soak up some sun along the lakeshore, or partake in an optional tour to Lake Orta, the picturesque lake surrounded by romantic villages.  In the evening you'll board a private boat to Isola dei Pescatori, an island where you'll enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Saturday, May 16, 2026: Lake Maggiore

After breakfast explore the twin towns of Verbania and Pallanza, where  it's your choice! In Verbania you can explore the enchanted gardens with flowers from all corners of the world -OR- visit Pallanza and tour the Troubetkoy statuary collection in the museum Museo del Paesaggio.  In the afternoon you'll set sail to Isola Bella, otherwise known as the "beautiful island" and tour with a guide the Borromeo Palace. (Breakfast)

Sunday, May 17, 2026: Lake Maggiore - St. Moritz, Switzerland

Today you'll journey along the beautiful coastal lakeside of Lake Como on your way to Tirano where you'll have some free time to explore the town on your own for lunch.  Afterwards you'll take a journey through the Bernina Express on your way to St. Moritz, Switzerland, as you soak in the views of the majestic Swiss Alps.  The evening is yours to relax and explore St. Moritz in this charming town. Hotel: Hotel Steffani, St. Moritz (Breakfast)

Monday, May 18, 2026: St. Moritz - Lucerne

After breakfast your journey will take you from St. Moritz to Lucerne, Switzerland, the famous city known as "Swiss Paradise on the Lake".  Once there you'll enjoy a guided walking tour through the Old Town known as Altstadt as you marvel at the 14th century covered Chapel Bridge and the famous Water Tower that once served as a prison.  The evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure and to explore the city as you like. Hotel: Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne (Breakfast)

Tuesday, May 19, 2026: Lucerne

Today you'll be able to bask in the sheer beauty of the natural landscape in Switzerland as you glide through the air on gondolas and cable cars as you ascend the mountainous terrain at over 7000 feet above sea level.  At the summit you'll be able to spend some leisure time as you take in breathtaking views, before heading back down the mountains along a gentle gondola ride.  This evening join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner indulging in Swiss specialties. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Wednesday, May 20, 2026: Lucerne - Tour Ends

Today marks the end of your spectacular journey. Transfer to the airport for your flight and transportation back to Central PA. (Breakfast)

*Air Schedule will be shared once available. Group air schedule is in economy class. Seat assignments are controlled by the airline. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed.  Air upgrades may be available and are by request only and are not guaranteed. Air upgrade requests may not be on the same flight schedule as the rest of the group and must be requested at the time of the initial deposit.

**Hotels and itinerary are subject to change any time without advanced notice and or compensation. 

Tour Activity Level: 3
Moderate: Good mobility is required for this trip. Climbing stairs and standing for 2-3 hours at a time, as well as walking on uneven terrain may be necessary. Portions of the itinerary may include higher altitudes. The itinerary may involve longer days up to 12-14 hours in length. This activity level is not recommended for travelers with significant mobility concerns.

General Information

Travel Documents:

Original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay, and with at least one blank visa page for visa stamp(s) is required for this trip.  As of the printing of this brochure, all guests are required to obtain an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) Travel Authorization for travel to Europe's Schengen Zone. (Not included in the price of the trip) Please see your Travel Advisor for additional information.

As of the publication of this brochure, all travelers visiting or transiting through the United Kingdom (including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland) are required to obtain a UK ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization). This also applies to itineraries with layovers in the UK.

Please note that the UK ETA is not included in the cost of your trip, and it is the responsibility of each traveler to secure this authorization prior to departure. Please see your Travel Advisor for additional information.

As travel policies are rapidly changing, final requirements will be communicated prior to departure. Please see your Travel Advisor for additional information.

Payment:

A deposit of $698 per person will confirm your reservation. Final payment is due to AAA by  January 26, 2026.

Cancellation Penalties:

Deposit date to date of departure                              $25 per person plus...

November 11, 2025 to February 7, 2026                    $698 per person

February 8, 2026 to April 24, 2026                             40% of total price per person

April 25, 2026 to May 9, 2026                                    75% of total price per person

After May 9, 2026                                                      100% of total price per person

*Airfare is non-refundable after final payment

Flight:

Air arrangements are handled by the tour operator. Seat assignments cannot be confirmed until the tour operator releases names to the airline(s) 30 days prior to departure. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed. Some flights may contain code share agreements.

Insurance:

For your protection, AAA recommends travel insurance. Pre-existing medical conditions may be waived with proper coverage if travel insurance is purchased within 14 days of initial deposit only. Other conditions may apply; ask your travel agent. AAA recommends Allianz.

Clothing/Climate:

Temperatures for the Swiss and Italian Alps in May average in the mid 60s during the day with cooler evenings in the mid to low 40s. Pack for a variety of temperatures. Casual clothes that can be layered work best. It is recommended that you wear comfortable walking shoes. 

Baggage: 

One suitcase per person will be allowed. you may also bring a carry-on bag small enough to fit under your seat. Baggage fees are not included in the price of the trip. Baggage fees and other charges may be directly assessed by airlines or the airport.

Travel Assistance:

For personal comfort, group participants who need assistance are required to have a traveling companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing those needing assistance.

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