Switzerland & Italy
From magnificent mountains to crystal-clear lakes to world-class museums, Switzerland and Italy will wow you. Troops will travel high atop Mount Pilatus in Lucerne, cruise the Venetian canals, and admire the art of Florence and Rome. On this tour there is a special visit to Our Chalet, the oldest of the WAGGGS World Centres and Girl Scout destinations.
The physical rating of this program is: Average: 2 (out of 3)
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Switzerland
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Day 2: Zurich • Adelboden
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Travel to Adelboden
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Day 3: Adelboden
Visit Our Chalet World Centre
- Take part in a pinning ceremony
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Day 4: Lucerne
Travel to Lucerne
Take a tour of Lucerne
With your tour director you will see:
- Lion Monument
- Chapel Bridge
Add this in-depth excursion:
Mount Pilatus
Venture to the top of Mount Pilatus, the majestic 6,387-foot peak that towers over Lucerne. In the summer, take a boat across Lake Lucerne and then ride the Pilatus cog railway—the steepest in the world—to the top. During other seasons, take a motorcoach to the base and a 45-minute cable car ride to the top, where you’ll enjoy splendid views. (Note: Warm clothes and appropriate shoes recommended.)
Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Folklore Event
Opt to join us for a bit of Swiss tradition. You’ll enjoy a delicious meal, including the chance to try fondue—the Swiss National Dish! Afterwards, watch a show, complete with yodeling, traditional dancing, and Alpine horns. Note: Groups traveling from October to mid-April will enjoy Swiss music during their meal instead of the show.
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Day 5: Venice
Travel to Venice
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Day 6: Venice
Take a guided tour of Venice
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
Visit the Doge's Palace
See a glass-blowing demonstration
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Day 7: Florence
Travel to Florence
Take a guided tour of Florence
With your expert local guide you will see:- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio
- Chiesa di Santa Croce
Visit the Duomo
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Day 8: Florence
Participate in a fresco art workshop
Add this in-depth excursion:
Pisa
Journey to Pisa on this half-day excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of the city’s Field of Miracles, where you can snap a picture of the 12th-century Leaning Tower, aslant ever since the third floor was built. This is where Galileo was said to have developed his laws of gravity. Also visit the adjacent cathedral and baptistery, which contain exquisite marble pulpits carved in the Gothic style.
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Day 9: Assisi • Rome
Travel to Assisi
Visit the Basilica of St. Francis
Continue on to Rome
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Day 10: Rome
Participate in an Italian cooking class
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
Visit the Sistine Chapel
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica
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Day 11: Rome
Take a guided tour of Rome
Visit the Colosseum
Visit the Roman Forum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 12: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 12: Pompeii • Sorrento region
Take a guided tour of Pompeii
Visit the Roman Ruins
Travel to the Sorrento Region
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Day 13: Capri • Rome
Travel by ferry to Capri
Take a guided tour of Capri
Take an island cruise
Return to Rome
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Day 14: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Switzerland
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Day 2: Zurich • Adelboden
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Travel to Adelboden
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Day 3: Adelboden
Visit Our Chalet World Centre
- Take part in a pinning ceremony
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Day 4: Lucerne
Travel to Lucerne
Take a tour of Lucerne
With your tour director you will see:
- Lion Monument
- Chapel Bridge
Add this in-depth excursion:
Mount Pilatus
Venture to the top of Mount Pilatus, the majestic 6,387-foot peak that towers over Lucerne. In the summer, take a boat across Lake Lucerne and then ride the Pilatus cog railway—the steepest in the world—to the top. During other seasons, take a motorcoach to the base and a 45-minute cable car ride to the top, where you’ll enjoy splendid views. (Note: Warm clothes and appropriate shoes recommended.)
Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Folklore Event
Opt to join us for a bit of Swiss tradition. You’ll enjoy a delicious meal, including the chance to try fondue—the Swiss National Dish! Afterwards, watch a show, complete with yodeling, traditional dancing, and Alpine horns. Note: Groups traveling from October to mid-April will enjoy Swiss music during their meal instead of the show.
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Day 5: Venice
Travel to Venice
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Day 6: Venice
Take a guided tour of Venice
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
Visit the Doge's Palace
See a glass-blowing demonstration
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Day 7: Florence
Travel to Florence
Take a guided tour of Florence
With your expert local guide you will see:- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio
- Chiesa di Santa Croce
Visit the Duomo
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Day 8: Florence
Participate in a fresco art workshop
Add this in-depth excursion:
Pisa
Journey to Pisa on this half-day excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of the city’s Field of Miracles, where you can snap a picture of the 12th-century Leaning Tower, aslant ever since the third floor was built. This is where Galileo was said to have developed his laws of gravity. Also visit the adjacent cathedral and baptistery, which contain exquisite marble pulpits carved in the Gothic style.
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Day 9: Assisi • Rome
Travel to Assisi
Visit the Basilica of St. Francis
Continue on to Rome
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Day 10: Rome
Participate in an Italian cooking class
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
Visit the Sistine Chapel
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica
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Day 11: Rome
Take a guided tour of Rome
Visit the Colosseum
Visit the Roman Forum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 12: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 12: Pompeii • Sorrento region
Take a guided tour of Pompeii
Visit the Roman Ruins
Travel to the Sorrento Region
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Day 13: Capri • Rome
Travel by ferry to Capri
Take a guided tour of Capri
Take an island cruise
Return to Rome
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Day 14: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip airfare on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
10 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (12 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Guided Sightseeing
4 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed guides (6 with extension); 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director
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Entrances
Doges’ Palace; Glass-blowing demonstration; Fresco art workshop; Assisi Basilica; Sistine Chapel; St. Peter’s Basilica; Colosseum; Roman Forum; Capri
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
