Where In The World Am I?

By MiNDFOOD

The famous Chapel Bridge over Lake Lucerne
The famous Chapel Bridge over Lake Lucerne
Where can you enjoy a continuous view over pristine snow-capped peaks, a lakeside Michelin-starred meal, and the indelible romance of a medieval lake fortress?

At the heart of Europe, rich in cultural and natural diversity lies Switzerland. Known for its stunning mountain summits and mesmerising lakes, iconic design, fine cheese and chocolate; Switzerland is a country of refined luxury.

This small yet picturesque country steeped in history is explored on the Majestic Switzerland escorted journey, with Luxury Gold by Insight Vacations.

Guests will enjoy a relaxed pace 10 day tour in comfort, winding through Switzerland’s sparkling resorts, stunning natural landscapes and architectural wonders. The tour features visits to some of Europe’s finest and most celebrated restaurants, including a lakeside dining experience at the Michelin-starred Seerestaurant Belvédère on Lake Lucerne.

View over Lucerne and the River Reuss from the city walls
View over Lucerne and the River Reuss from the city walls

 

Destination of choice for the international jet setting community is the resort town of St. Moritz, the highest summit in the Eastern Alps. The ski resort is one of the most expensive in the world and was host to the Winter Olympics in both 1928 and 1948. The Majestic Switzerland tour will take you on a journey through the chic town allowing you to experience the elegant boutiques and a guided mountain hike exploring phenomenal views.

Mountain train in front of Matterhorn peak
Mountain train in front of Matterhorn peak

 

Chillon Castle or the Château de Chillon on Lake Geneva was a medieval Roman outpost, monitoring access to the Alpine passes over hundreds of years. Later it became home to one of the oldest royal families, the House of Savoy. The House of Savoy ruled Italy from 1003 to the end of World War II. During his exile from Great Britain Lord Byron wrote a poem about the castle chronicling the imprisonment of a Genevois monk in the 16th century. On your visit to the castle on the Majestic Switzerland tour, find where Byron famously carved his name in the castle’s dungeon.

Château de Chillon on Lake Geneva
Château de Chillon on Lake Geneva

 

Opened to the public in 1998, impeccably preserved Vitznau Artillery Fortress uncovers secrets of hidden Swiss Army operations active during World War II. The fortress is a significant engineering feat that boasts 500 meters of tunnels, cavernous ammunition depots, cannons, a power station, an operating room, and a small hotel cleverly concealed and camouflaged in the cliffs of Rigi. Explore deep into the cliffs on your tour with Insight Vacations.

Offering truly immersive and authentic Exclusive VIP Experiences on more than 30 itineraries – from Europe and North America to India, Bhutan, Nepal and South America – Luxury Gold is the ultimate way to travel.

Guests stay at the finest hotels, eat in the best restaurants and enjoy exclusive VIP experiences taking them behind-the-scenes of some of the world’s most iconic attractions. They also journey in style, travelling on Wi-Fi equipped luxury motor coaches with limousine legroom, with personal service from Insight Vacations Travelling Concierges, the true local experts in each of their destinations.

Insight Vacations has always been a leader in premium and luxury escorted journeys. And now the travel company takes things up a notch with their new 2016/17 Europe Luxury Gold collection.

For more information, visit the Luxury Gold by Insight Vacations website.

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The city of Zurich
The city of Zurich

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