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Highlights
Guided tour of Zurich - one of Europe's most picturesque cities
Walking tour of Lucerne with its preserved medieval architecture
Visit the Glacier Garden Open Air Museum in Lucerne
Travel on some of the most breathtaking rail routes in Switzerland including Golden Pass, Glacier Express & Jungfraujoch
Cable car to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
City tour of Geneva
Chocolate shop with tasting in Geneva
Visit to Gruyeres Castle one of the most beautiful castles in Switzerland
Visit to Heidi House in Maienfeld
Vineyard visit with tastings
Visit the "Disney-inspired" Neuschwanstein Castle in Schwangau
Visit to Swarovski Kristallwelten
Visit to Mirabell Palace and Gardens in Salzburg
Visit to the village of Hallstatt with it's fairytale charm and coloured houses
Friends for company
Inclusions
Fully escorted tour - Your Sisterhood Tour Hostess is on hand to assist with making your holiday a memorable one
Return economy flights including taxes ex Melbourne (other departure cities and upgrades available - pricing upon request)
All meals as described in the itinerary
All sightseeing as described in the itinerary
All transportation as detailed in the itinerary including trains
Tour manager throughout and specialist local tour guides
Quality accommodation as per itinerary
Tipping for Coach Driver and Tour Manager
Willing to share option
Porterage at each hotel for one bag per person
Meet and Greet before departure via Zoom
Notice
Moderate Fitness Level Required
A moderate level of fitness will be required for this tour due to the length and overall physicality of the itinerary. You can expect to walk more than 10,000 steps a day on more challenging terrain and for longer periods. You must be capable of boarding and disembarking coaches, trains and boats unaided and at times handle your own luggage. For more information on our physical ratings, please click here.
There will be times, especially in the Alps and Maienfeld areas, where a reasonable level of fitness is required.
This tour includes some sections of windy roads. If you're prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking appropriate precautions such as travel sickness tablets or wrist bands. While we understand the preference for front seats, allocation will be at the discretion of your Sisterhood hostess to ensure fairness and comfort for all travellers.
As this tour is based mainly around train transportation, there will be some walking between hotels and train stations. Your luggage will be transported to the relevant hotels.
Tipping - In Europe, although tipping is not compulsory it is appreciated. Sisterhood Women's Travel's tipping system on all group tours involves passengers contributing to a kitty and paid directly to the Hostess upon departure. Your Hostess will then distribute appropriately to the service providers (outside the included tour manager and driver) as required. This system avoids the need for you to consider individual tipping situations daily throughout the trip. This suggested amount is EUR50 and will be confirmed with your tour documentation.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Saturday 9 May 2026
Melbourne - Zurich (In flight meals)
Welcome to Sisterhood Womens Travel.
Your tour hostess and fellow travellers will meet you at the designated departure point at Melbourne Airport for our flight to Zurich
Sit back, relax and enjoy your flight.
Day 2 - Sunday 10 May 2026
Zurich - Lucerne (D)
Upon arrival at Zurich airport, we will be met by our tour manager who will stay with us throughout the tour. Zurich's views alone of the old, colourful architecture along the Limmat River, the snow-capped mountains in the distance, and serene Lake Zurich – are reason enough to visit this beautiful city. We will be taken to the city centre for a short guided tour to enjoy the main sights such as the Fraumunster, Town Hall and Grossmunster. Afterwards, we will head to Lucerne where we will overnight.
Dinner in a local restaurant tonight.
Overnight - Hotel Continental Park, Lucerne (or similar)
Day 3 - Monday 11 May 2026
Lucerne (B, D)
In the morning we will have a guided walking tour through Lucerne. During the tour, we will see the Chapel Bridge, Rathaus (the town hall) and the Lion Monument.
We will also visit the Glacier Garden and view the Bucherer watchmaker, the church of St. Leodegar and the old city wall.
An afternoon at leisure.
Dinner tonight in a local restaurant.
Overnight - Hotel Continental Park, Lucerne (or similar)
Day 4 - Tuesday 12 May 2026
Lucern - Interlaken - Wengen (B)
This morning, our luggage will be picked up at the hotel so that we can travel via the spectacular Golden Pass Railway to Interlaken. The Golden Pass rail journey in Switzerland offers an exquisite experience of scenic beauty. Traversing through lush green valleys, picturesque alpine villages, and serene lakes, it presents a mesmerising panorama at every turn. We'll be treated to breathtaking views of Switzerland's majestic landscapes helping to create lasting memories for us.
We'll change trains and arrive in Wengen where we will stay for the next three nights.
Dinner at leisure tonight - your Sisterhood hostess will arrange a venue and meet you in the lobby.
Overnight - Hotel Silverhorn, Wengen (or similar)
Day 5 - Wednesday 13 May 2026
Wengen - Jungfraujoch - Wengen (B,L,D)
This morning after breakfast, we'll take the train up to the top of Europe - The Jungfraujoch area in Switzerland is a stunning testament to nature's grandeur. Towering snow-capped peaks, including the iconic Jungfrau, Eiger and Monch create a breathtaking backdrop. Glacier-fed rivers wind through verdant valleys while pristine alpine meadows burst with vibrant flora. The ethereal beauty of this high-altitude wonderland captivates visitors, offering spectacular unparalleled views. We'll have free time to explore before lunch at a local restaurant before our journey back to Wengen.
Dinner at leisure tonight - your Sisterhood hostess will arrange a venue and meet you in the lobby.
Overnight - Hotel Silverhorn, Wengen (or similar)
Day 6 - Thursday 14 May 2026
Wengen (B)
We have a full day at leisure today - perhaps do a gentle hike or walk a trail in the surrounding area, or simply explore this car-free town.
Dinner at leisure tonight - your Sisterhood hostess will arrange a venue and meet you in the lobby.
Overnight - Hotel Silverhorn, Wengen (or similar)
Day 7 - Friday 15 May 2026
Wengen - Interlaken - Montreaux (B,D)
This morning after breakfast, our luggage will be picked up at the hotel so that we can travel via the Golden Pass Railway from Interlaken to Montreux.
Known for its Mediterranean-like climate and the famous Montreux Jazz Festival, this town's promenade is lined with flowers, sculptures, trees and beautiful buildings, as well as being the favourite holiday spot for many of the rich and famous.
Dinner in our hotel tonight.
Overnight - Mona Hotel, Montreux (or similar)
Day 8 - Saturday 16 May 2026
Montreaux - Geneva - Grandvaux - Gruyères - Montreaux (B)
Today we'll enjoy a full-day excursion. Our first stop will be in Geneva where we will have a guided city tour including Jet d’Eu, the Cathedral of St. Pierre, the Place du Burg-de-Four and we will also visit a chocolate shop with a tasting.
Next, we will head to Gruyeres for a visit to the castle town of Grandvaux where we'll visit a vineyard and enjoy a tasting of different wines accompanied by a Planchette Gourmand (Tenderloin of beef and smoked tomme cheese, bread).
Our last stop will be a visit to Gruyeres Castle one of the most famous in Switzerland.
Dinner at leisure tonight - your Sisterhood hostess will arrange a venue and meet you in the lobby.
Overnight - Mona Hotel, Montreux (or similar)
Day 9 - Sunday 17 May 2026
Montreaux - Zermatt (B,D)
After breakfast, a morning at leisure before our afternoon rail journey to Zermatt.
Our luggage will again be transported for us from hotel to hotel.
Dinner in our hotel tonight.
Overnight - Unique Hotel Post, Zermatt (or similar)
Day 10 - Monday 18 May 2026
Zermatt (B)
Today we will take a trip to the highest mountain station in Europe at the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.
We'll start with a short walk to the gondola station, then travel to 3,883m above sea level via cable-car, to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, where breathtaking views open up over the snow-covered peaks of the Alps and the iconic Matterhorn rises up majestically in the distance. We'll have incredible views from the platform surrounded by 38 mountains over 4,000 metres and 14 glaciers in 3 countries.
Later, we'll travel back down to Zermatt.
Dinner at leisure tonight - your Sisterhood hostess will arrange a venue and meet you in the lobby.
Overnight - Unique Hotel Post, Zermatt (or similar)
Day 11 - Tuesday 19 May 2026
Zermatt - Bad Ragaz (B, D)
This morning after breakfast and check out, we will take the famous Glacier Express from Zermatt to Bad Ragaz.
Our luggage will again be transported for us from hotel to hotel, as we enjoy this train journey through scenery that boasts spectacular panoramic views, bridges and tunnels.
Dinner in at a nearby resaurant tonight.
Overnight - Sorell Hotel Tamina, Bad Ragaz (or similar)
Day 12 - Wednesday 20 May 2026
Chur - Maienfeld - Chur (B, L)
Today we will take a short local train ride to the village of Maienfeld made famous by the beloved book, "Heidi".
Together with a local guide we'll walk along the Heid Trail and visit the Heidi House, set amongst the alpine meadows and forest. We'll also enjoy lunch here.
Later, we'll take the train back to Bad Ragaz .
Dinner at leisure tonight - your Sisterhood hostess will arrange a venue and meet you in the lobby.
Overnight - Sorell Hotel, Tamina, Bad Ragaz (or similar)
Day 13 - Thursday 21 May 2026
Chur - Innsbruck (B, D)
Today, we will take the train to Innsbruck in Austria (note that this journey requires two rail changes and as we're outside Switzerland we will have to take our luggage with us).
When we arrive in Innsbruck we will be transferred to our hotel with the remainder of our day at leisure.
Dinner in our hotel tonight.
Overnight - Stage 12 Hotel by Penz (or similar)
Day 14 - Friday 22 May 2026
Innsbruck - Fussen - Schwangau - Innsbruck (B)
Today, we'll travel to Fussen where its Gothic castle, Hohes Schloss, houses a regional art museum. The museum of St. Mang's abbey showcases Füssen's violin- and lute-making industry. We'll have free time to explore this quaint bavarian town including lunch before travelling to the eclectic Neuschwanstein Castle and Hohenschwangau Castle which lie southeast of the town. The fairytale castle Neuschwanstein is a popular sight in Germany. The castle in Hohenschwangau (Bavaria) was built by order of King Ludwig II and the inspiration for the Disney Cinderella castle.
Returning back to Innsbruck with dinner at leisure tonight - your Sisterhood hostess will arrange a venue and meet you in the lobby.
Overnight - Stage 12 Hotel by Penz (or similar)
Day 15 - Saturday 23 May 2026
Innsbruck - Wattens - Salzburg (B)
Today we make our way to Salzburg. Salzburg, Austria, captivates with its enchanting beauty. Nestled amidst majestic alpine scenery, the city boasts baroque architecture, cobblestone streets, and the iconic Hohensalzburg Fortress. The Salzach River meanders through the city, enhancing its charm. From the historic Old Town to the panoramic vistas atop Untersberg Mountain, Salzburg mesmerizes visitors with its timeless allure.
Enroute, we'll visit the HQ of Swarovski, with time to explore their beautiful displays and for shopping.
Arriving into Salzburg with dinner at leisure tonight -your Sisterhood hostess will arrange a venue and meet you in the lobby.
Overnight - Hotel Imlauer and Brau (or similar)
Day 16 - Sunday 24 May 2026
Salzburg - Hallstatt - Salzburg (B)
Today we'll enjoy a full day's sightseeing. In Salzburg we'll visit the main sights including the Mirabell Palace and Gardens and Getreidgasse. The Old Town of Salzburg is beautiful and there are many places of interest to enjoy.
This afternoon, we'll travel to the nearby town of Hallstatt a picturesque gem nestled by the Hallstätter Sea. Its fairytale-like charm emanates from colorful houses reflecting in the tranquil waters, embraced by towering mountains. The UNESCO World Heritage site boasts quaint streets, historic salt mines, and breathtaking vistas, making Hallstatt an idyllic destination to explore on foot.
Returning to Salzburg late afternoon with dinner at leisure tonight - your Sisterhood hostess will arrange a venue and meet you in the lobby.
Overnight - Hotel Imlauer and Brau (or similar)
Day 17 - Monday 25 May 2026
Salzburg - Munich (B,D)
Today, we farewell Austria and head to Munich, Germany. Upon arrival, we'll be transferred to our hotel with the remainder of the day at leisure. Munich enchants with its blend of history, culture, and modernity. The city's grand architecture, including the iconic Neues Rathaus, harmonizes with lush parks like the English Garden. Vibrant markets, such as Viktualienmarkt, offer a feast for the senses.
Tonight, a farewell dinner to celebrate fun times with newfound friends.
Overnight - Eurostars Grand Central (or similar)
Day 18 - Tuesday 26 May 2026
Munich - Australia (B, Meals Inflight)
Our last day in Munich. Free time before heading to the airport to begin our journey home.
Sit back, relax and enjoy the inflight entertainment of the airline as we reminisce about great times spent with friends.
Day 19 - Wednesday 27 May 2026
Welcome Home
Arriving back into Melbourne, we thank you for joining us for your latest adventure and we look forward to welcoming you back!