Switzerland, Alsace & the Black Forest

Name: First Tour
Item: Switzerland, Alsace & the Black Forest
Rating: 5
Author: Kenneth

12 days | 14 days with Rhine Valley extension

Group size: 15–28 travelers

Reviews: 4.7 out of 5 stars
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Alpine vistas, charming towns, and enchanting forests await.

From Switzerland’s mountainous landscapes to Germany’s mystical Black Forest, impressive views are around every corner in this breathtaking region. See the iconic Matterhorn up close at Gornergrat, wind your way through Colmar’s charming streets in Alsace, then venture out into an ethereal land known for its fairy tales and decadent Black Forest cake.

Your tour package includes

10 nights in handpicked hotels
10 breakfasts
4 dinners with beer or wine
8 sightseeing tours
Expert Tour Director & local guides
3 train rides
Private deluxe motor coach

Included highlights

Lake Lucerne
Chillon Castle
Gornergrat open-air cog railway
the Matterhorn
Glacier Express train ride
Bern
Petite France
the Black Forest

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to Zurich today.

Lucerne Region

Day 2: Arrival in Lucerne via Zurich

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Welcome to Switzerland! After arriving in Zurich, transfer to your hotel in the Lucerne region to meet your fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner.

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Reviews

Overall rating based on 66 traveler reviews

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First Tour

1st-time traveler Kenneth, traveled in Aug 2023

This was our first tour so we have nothing to compare to. We can say we had an excellent experience. Every day was a new and different highlight. The pace was brisk and allowed us to see many things but was not rushed. Our tour director was very helpful and informative.

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1st-time traveler Sheila, traveled in Apr 2023

Both my Husband and I really enjoyed our first trip with EF tours. Switzerland was our favorite, Was an amazing adventure! Very well organized,we were well taking care of on our trip. Our tour guide, Tanja, was just amazing! She was very patient and had so much knowledge. ...

EF Go Ahead Tours

Thank you so much for your kind review. We are thrilled you had a wonderful time on tour and we cannot wait to travel with you again soon!

Service and quality

1st-time traveler Tammy, traveled in Apr 2023

Excellent Tour. The group covered all basis, and I always knew what was going on. Tour Director Tania was amazing, as well as our driver Eric. Professional attentive Nd skilled.

EF Go Ahead Tours

Tammy, Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We are so thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time on tour and cannot wait for...

Spectacular scenery

4th-time traveler Raymond, traveled in Sep 2022

This was our 4th tour with Go Ahead tours. We were hoping to see spectacular scenery with a few city tours and we were not disappointed. The tour guide, Luis, was very pleasant and the 17 people in our group were a very congenial group to travel with.

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Grand Hotel Europe

This Belle Époque hotel is located near the lake promenade. Guests enjoy a restaurant, bar, and outdoor terrace. Nearby, you’ll find Lake Lucerne, Chapel Bridge, and the Swiss Museum of Transport.

Hotel Butterfly

This Alpine-inspired hotel is located in Zermatt Village Center. Guests enjoy a Finnish sauna, Turkish steambath, and a hotel bar. Nearby, you'll find hiking trails, Zermatt Bergbahnen, and the Matterhorn Museum.

Carlton Europe Hotel

This Art Nouveau-style hotel is located in Interlaken. Guests enjoy a spa, on-site restaurant serving traditional Swiss dishes, and the wellness area. Nearby, you'll find the Jungfrau region, as well as the recreation area...

voco Strasbourg Centre - the Garden

This chic hotel is located in the Poincaré neighborhood of Strasbourg. Guests enjoy the indoor pool, fitness center, and outdoor terrace. Nearby you'll find Palais Rohan, Place Kléber, and several restaurants.

Hotel Stadt Freiburg

This upscale, contemporary hotel is located in the Stühlinger district of the Black Forest Region. Guests enjoy the on-site coffee house, bicycle rentals, and sauna. Nearby, you’ll find the Freiburg Botanical Garden, Freiburg...

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Flights

Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.

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