LAKES, DOLOMITES AND SWISS ALPS

WITH BERNINA EXPRESS

LAKES, DOLOMITES AND SWISS ALPS

Origin: Aeroporto de Guarulhos

What is included?

  • Air Tickets (3 segments) flying Swiss with boarding fees;
  • Checked baggage 1 suitcase up to 23 kg + 1 carry-on up to 8 kg;
  • Travel Insurance GTA (for passengers over 85 years, consult for supplement and coverage available);
  • Accompanying guide from Brazil;
  • 13 nights accommodation in 4* hotels with breakfast;
  • 17 meals;
  • Excursions described in the itinerary with transportation and local guide specialized in Portuguese or Spanish;
  • Audio guides in Italy (mandatory use during visits);
  • Boat trips on Lake Garda and Lake Lucerne;
  • Admission to Lindt Home of Chocolate;
  • Ticket for the Bernina Express train;
  • Service fees and hotel taxes;
  • Private transfers.

What is not included?

  • Optional excursions, personal expenses, drinks;
  • Meals not described as "included" in the programme;
  • Visas, electronic permissions, vaccination certificates, or any documents required for entry into the country (if necessary at the time of travel);
  • Everything not described as "included" in the programme.

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Itinerary

Day 1: 1st June (Tuesday) - São Paulo/Zurich (Connection)

Presentation at 14:30 at São Paulo International Airport (Terminal 3) for meeting with the accompanying guide and boarding procedures. Departure of the flight to Zurich at 18:20.

Day 2: 2nd June (Wednesday) - Zurich/Milan/Bergamo

Arrival at 10:40 at Zurich Airport (connection). Boarding procedures for flight LX-1628 to Milan departing at 13:05.
Arrival at 14:00 at Milan Airport. Reception by our local team and transfer to the city of Bergamo.
Accommodation at the hotel and a little time to rest. In the late afternoon, departure for a brief tour of the Lower City, with a WELCOME dinner (included) at a local restaurant.
Return to the hotel.

Day 3: 3rd June (Thursday) - Bergamo/Sirmione/Vicenza

Check-out after breakfast heading to Vicenza. After departure, we will take a brief panoramic tour of the Upper City of Bergamo, which gets its name from its location on top of a hill. Next, visit the city of Sirmione, which will provide us with a beautiful view of Lake Garda.
Boat trip on the lake lasting approximately 1 hour, passing by the Castello Scaligero, the Roman ruins of the Grotte di Catullo, and the villa of singer Maria Callas.
Lunch (included) at a local restaurant during the tour. Departure for Vicenza for accommodation.
Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and dinner (included).

Day 4: 4th June (Friday) - Vicenza/Verona/Trento

Check-out after breakfast and panoramic tour of Verona, visiting some of its main tourist attractions.
Lunch (included) at a local restaurant.
After lunch, we will proceed to the city of Trento for accommodation.
Check-in at the hotel and dinner (included).

Day 5: 5th June (Saturday) - Trento/Cortina D'Ampezzo

Check-out after breakfast. Departure from the hotel and quick panoramic city tour of Trento.
We will head to the city of Cortina d’Ampezzo. Known as the “Queen of the Dolomites,” it is a charming Italian town in the Veneto region famous for its luxury ski resort, its steep landscapes recognized by UNESCO, and its strong cosmopolitan atmosphere, in addition to being surrounded by the majestic Dolomites.
During the long journey, we will enjoy the beautiful landscapes and make technical stops for greater comfort and time for meals.
Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and dinner (included).

Day 6: 6th June (Sunday) - Cortina D'Ampezzo

In the morning, we will take a light city tour to appreciate some of the city's tourist attractions.
Free afternoon for independent activities (we suggest walking through the city centre, shopping, or simply enjoying the local beauty).
Dinner (included) at the hotel restaurant.

Day 7: 7th June (Monday) - Cortina D'Ampezzo

Visit to Lake Braies, famous for its turquoise-blue waters framed by imposing rocky walls, with time to contemplate and capture this incredible landscape.
The tour continues towards the panoramic Lake Misurina, from where we will admire the iconic Three Peaks of Lavaredo, an undeniable symbol of these extraordinary mountains. Throughout the day, there will be stops for photos and leisure moments to walk, relax, and breathe the fresh mountain air.
Return to the hotel and dinner (included).

Day 8: 8th June (Tuesday) - Cortina D'Ampezzo/Bolzano/Tirano

Check-out after breakfast and departure for Bolzano.
Upon arrival, we will get to know a bit of the city centre on a walking tour, with free time for meals.
After the tour, we will proceed to Tirano for overnight stay.
Check-in at the hotel and dinner (included).

Day 9: 9th June (Wednesday) - Tirano/St. Moritz (Bernina Express)

Check-out after breakfast, followed by a brief visit to the Historic Centre including the Basilica Madonna di Tirano.
Lunch (included) at a local restaurant.
After lunch, we will board the Bernina Express, travelling the route between Tirano and the Swiss city of St. Moritz, which is considered the most beautiful and impressive as it includes the ascent of the Alps. It will be approximately 2h30 of travel covering 122km of alpine landscapes declared UNESCO World Heritage, reaching the highest point at Ospizio Bernina at 2,253 meters above sea level, with a view of Lake Bianco.
We will cross the famous Brusio Circular Viaduct, the Morteratsch glacier, and the crystal-clear lakes.
Upon arrival in St. Moritz, transfer to the hotel for accommodation.
Dinner (included).

Day 10: 10th June (Thursday) - St. Moritz/Zurich

Check-out after breakfast and departure from the hotel.
Before heading to Zurich, we will take a brief panoramic city tour, visiting some of the main tourist attractions of the city.
Check-in at the hotel in Zurich and dinner (included).

Day 11: 11th June (Friday) - Zurich

After breakfast, we will start the city tour in Zurich, where we will visit some of the main tourist attractions of the city (Altstadt, Lindenhof, Grossmünster, Fraumünster, Bahnhofstrasse, and Lake Zurich). Free time for meals.
In the afternoon, we will visit the Lindt Home of Chocolate, the largest interactive chocolate museum in the world, located in Kilchberg, near Zurich, Switzerland. The visit lasts about 1.5 to 2 hours and includes a complete immersion in the history of cocoa, with unlimited tasting stations and a giant chocolate fountain over 9 meters high. Here we will find the largest Lindt store in the world, with over 500 square meters filled with exclusive products.
Return to the hotel and dinner (included).

Day 12: 12th June (Saturday) - Zurich/Lucerne/Zurich

After breakfast, we will visit the city of Lucerne, the “Gateway to Central Switzerland” (Historic Centre, Kapellbrücke, Lion Monument). Lunch (included) at a local restaurant.
After lunch, we will take a beautiful boat trip on Lake Lucerne, where we can see the mountains Pilatus and Rigi, Bürgenstock, and the Meggenhorn Castle. The trip lasts approximately 50 minutes.
Return to Zurich and dinner (included).

Day 13: 13th June (Sunday) - Zurich/Rhine Falls/Schaffhausen/Zurich

Day to visit the Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall in Europe by volume (Rhine Falls) and the city of Schaffhausen, with its beautiful medieval buildings. Schaffhausen is the northernmost city in Switzerland and the capital of the same-named canton, located about 50 km from Zurich. It is famous for its well-preserved medieval old town, the imposing Munot fortress, and its proximity to the Rhine Falls.
At the end of the tour, return to the hotel in Zurich and dinner (included).

Day 14: 14th June (Monday) - Zurich

Breakfast at the hotel and a completely free day for independent activities. Take the opportunity to explore the local cuisine, visit a place you wish, or go shopping.
Dinner (included) at the hotel restaurant.

Day 15: 15th June (Tuesday) - Zurich

Check-out at 11:00, with the option to keep luggage stored at the hotel. At the previously informed time, transfer to Zurich Airport for boarding procedures on flight LX-092 (direct).
Departure of the flight at 22:40.

Day 16: 16th June (Wednesday) - São Paulo

Arrival of the flight expected at 05:25.
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Important notes

   

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 

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 🚌 Boarding
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  • Road trips: a tolerance of 15 minutes after the boarding time. After this period, the passenger will be considered a no-show.
  • Air travel: arrive at the airport at least 3 hours in advance for domestic flights and 4 hours for international flights.

🪪 Documentation

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  • Other international travel: passport with a minimum validity of 6 months from the return date.
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👧 Minors

  • Domestic travel (under 16 years): may travel accompanied by parents or legal guardians, or by grandparents, siblings, or uncles over 18 years old, proving the relationship with a birth certificate or official document. When accompanied by another adult, written authorization from the parents or guardian is required, with notarized signature. When unaccompanied, judicial authorization is required.
  • International travel (under 18 years): if not accompanied by both parents, authorization from the absent father and/or mother, with notarized signature, or judicial authorization is required, according to CNJ Resolution No. 131/2011.
  • Accommodation: minors can only stay accompanied by parents or guardians, or with written authorization from them, with notarized signature (ECA, art. 82).
  • A birth certificate is only accepted as identification for minors under 12 years old. 

🧳 Luggage

  • Road trips: 1 suitcase up to 23 kg and 1 carry-on bag per passenger.
  • Air travel: the airline's baggage allowance rules apply, as stated on the ticket.
  • Label your suitcase with your name and phone number, and carry documents, money, electronics, and medications in your carry-on bag.

🛡️ Insurance

  • Overnight trips: basic assistance insurance included as a courtesy for passengers up to 85 years old.
  • One-day tours: no insurance included, and purchasing is optional.
  • Passengers over 85 years old or those wishing for greater coverage can purchase a specific plan with our team.

💊 Health

  • Bring continuous-use medications in your carry-on bag, in sufficient quantity for the entire trip, along with the prescription.
  • Inform our team at the time of booking about dietary restrictions, allergies, or reduced mobility.
  • Some destinations require a vaccination certificate, such as for yellow fever. Check the requirements in the travel program.

📱 During the trip

  • The guide's contact information is sent along with the boarding documents. In case of any unforeseen events, speak to them first.
  • Respect the schedules for tours and transfers: the tolerance is 15 minutes.
  • We recommend activating location services in the Guide App, which is optional and used only for your safety during the trip.