Reviews
RatingsTour code: BISVZ4
Tour Inclusions
- Nights
- Meals 8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners
- Hotel
- Driver
- Tour Leader
Vistas of Italy and Switzerland
Overview
From the grand elegance of Venice to the soul-stirring alpine villages of Switzerland – join us on a memory-making adventure that takes in time-honoured traditions, fascinating local culture and breathtaking railway journeys through some of the world's most enchanting scenery.

- Tour Starts/Ends
- 1 Overnight Stop
- Day Stop
Tour Highlights
- Learn the traditions of authentic Italian cuisine with a cooking class in the Franciacorta region
- Experience scenic train journeys on two of the great alpine railways: the Bernina Express and the Glacier Express
- Observe a traditional mask-decorating demonstration in the magnificent floating city of Venice
Tour Itinerary
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Day 1 - Venice (Italy)
Welcome to Venice – the magnificent floating city boasting unparalleled elegance, grandeur and romance. Meet your travel companions and Tour Leader at the hotel, before settling into a delicious welcome meal at a local restaurant. Salute! Accommodation: Ca’ Gottardi (or similar)
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Meals
- Dinner
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Meals
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Day 2 - Venice – Sirmione
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Day 3 - Sirmione – Borghetto – Sirmione
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Day 4 - Sirmione – Monte Isola – Lake Iseo
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Day 5 - Lake Iseo
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Day 6 - Lake Iseo – Tirano – Engadin Valley (Switzerland)
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Day 7 - Engadin Valley – Andermatt – Interlaken
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Day 8 - Interlaken – Brienz – Interlaken
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Day 9 - Interlaken – Lucerne – Zurich
Tour Inclusions
Accommodation
- 8 nights in hand-picked accommodation
The Crew
- Experienced Tour Leader and Driver
Transport
- Premium mini-coach transportation
Reviews

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22nd July 2019Review ratingReally enjoyed this trip and our tour guide was fantastic. Really enjoyed the train trips in the Alps and the winery visit/cooking class was outstanding. Would definitely look at Back Roads again for another adventure and have already recommended to friends.
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21st July 2019Review ratingExcellent trip through Italy and Switzerland. Very comfortable accommodation, well organized and great tour leader, we were very happy with the trip