Exciting round trip through Northern Italy
A well-known saying, especially in Europe, is that you often don't have to travel far to visit some of the most beautiful places in the world. Same with Switzerland. The glacial blue lakes, snow-capped mountains and beautiful cities rival Canada's landscapes without any effort.
This round trip through the land of chocolate and cheese takes you past lush green meadows, rugged mountains and along picturesque roads from pretty mountain villages to lively cities.
This round trip through the land of chocolate and cheese takes you past lush green meadows, rugged mountains and along picturesque roads from pretty mountain villages to lively cities.
Tour-Code: CHE01
Camper tourPeople, history & culture
15 Days/ 14 Nightsdays of arrival and departure not included
Number of participantsat least 4 Camper Vans
AccommodationCamping sites or hotels (on request)
FeaturesRhine Falls near Schaffhausen, Oberhofen Castle, Geneva, Zermatt and much more!
Travel GuideAll day English-speaking guide
Covid-19Based on the current situation, there may be changes to the route at short notice.
ITINERARY
1. Highlight: Rhine Falls near Schaffhausen
The Rhine Falls are a breathtaking natural spectacle. Over a width of 15 m, huge masses of water fall over the rocks into the Rhine. Laufen Castle is also an impressive sight with its backdrop and fantastic panoramic views.
2. Highlight: Boat ride and climb to the "middle rock"
The rock trip is without a doubt one of the highlights of our trip to Switzerland. The loud thunder and roar of the water gets louder and louder as you approach the imposing central rock. Once there, you are almost in the middle of the waterfall and can enjoy it to the fullest.
Overnight stay at a campsite near Schaffhausen
The Rhine Falls are a breathtaking natural spectacle. Over a width of 15 m, huge masses of water fall over the rocks into the Rhine. Laufen Castle is also an impressive sight with its backdrop and fantastic panoramic views.
2. Highlight: Boat ride and climb to the "middle rock"
The rock trip is without a doubt one of the highlights of our trip to Switzerland. The loud thunder and roar of the water gets louder and louder as you approach the imposing central rock. Once there, you are almost in the middle of the waterfall and can enjoy it to the fullest.
Overnight stay at a campsite near Schaffhausen
Drive to Basel
Highlight: City tour of Basel
This traditional tour of Basel takes you through the picturesque alleys of the historic old town. You explore impressive squares, marvel at magnificent buildings and listen to the exciting anecdotes of your city guide, which bring us closer to the character of the city.
Overnight at a campsite near Basel
Highlight: City tour of Basel
This traditional tour of Basel takes you through the picturesque alleys of the historic old town. You explore impressive squares, marvel at magnificent buildings and listen to the exciting anecdotes of your city guide, which bring us closer to the character of the city.
Overnight at a campsite near Basel
Drive to Lucerne
Highlight: city tour of Lucerne
Together with your today's guide you will visit world-famous sights such as the Chapel Bridge with its octagonal water tower and the Jesuit Church with its unique choir. Other highlights of the tour include the Musegg Wall and unique murals on the outer facades of the city center.
Overnight at a campsite near Lucerne
Highlight: city tour of Lucerne
Together with your today's guide you will visit world-famous sights such as the Chapel Bridge with its octagonal water tower and the Jesuit Church with its unique choir. Other highlights of the tour include the Musegg Wall and unique murals on the outer facades of the city center.
Overnight at a campsite near Lucerne
1. Highlight: boat trip to Gersau
Lake Lucerne has its origins in the four historical "forest sites" - the cantons around the lake. For a long time it was the most important transport axis in the region. On your journey to Gersau you can observe the beautiful Alpine landscape and listen to the captain's stories.
2. Highlight: Rigi Chestene hike
This fantastic hiking trail leads along its entire length from Brunnen to Immensee. Our hike shows us in particular about the occurrence of the sweet chestnut. It also leads us across meadows, through forests, past viewpoints and finally ends in Vitznau. From here we take a boat back.
Overnight at a campsite near Lucerne
Lake Lucerne has its origins in the four historical "forest sites" - the cantons around the lake. For a long time it was the most important transport axis in the region. On your journey to Gersau you can observe the beautiful Alpine landscape and listen to the captain's stories.
2. Highlight: Rigi Chestene hike
This fantastic hiking trail leads along its entire length from Brunnen to Immensee. Our hike shows us in particular about the occurrence of the sweet chestnut. It also leads us across meadows, through forests, past viewpoints and finally ends in Vitznau. From here we take a boat back.
Overnight at a campsite near Lucerne
1. Highlight: "Triftbahn"
The mountain railway opens up the glacier valley with an adventurous ride over the gorge of the same name. From dizzying heights you have a breathtaking view of the diverse alpine landscape below you.
2. Highlight: Hike to "Triftbrücke"
The bridge is one of the most spectacular suspension rope bridges for pedestrians in the Alps. 100 m high and 170 m long, it hovers over the area of the Trift Glacier. After the approximately 90-minute hike, the reward is the stunning view of the turquoise-blue lake on the glacier tongue.
Overnight at a campsite near Gadmen
The mountain railway opens up the glacier valley with an adventurous ride over the gorge of the same name. From dizzying heights you have a breathtaking view of the diverse alpine landscape below you.
2. Highlight: Hike to "Triftbrücke"
The bridge is one of the most spectacular suspension rope bridges for pedestrians in the Alps. 100 m high and 170 m long, it hovers over the area of the Trift Glacier. After the approximately 90-minute hike, the reward is the stunning view of the turquoise-blue lake on the glacier tongue.
Overnight at a campsite near Gadmen
Drive to Oberhofen
Highlight: Oberhofen Castle
Our tour of the impressive castle leads through stately rooms to the oriental smoking room. From here we have a fantastic view over the mountain and lake of the village.
Overnight at a campsite near Oberhofen
Highlight: Oberhofen Castle
Our tour of the impressive castle leads through stately rooms to the oriental smoking room. From here we have a fantastic view over the mountain and lake of the village.
Overnight at a campsite near Oberhofen
Drive to Berne
Highlight: tour of the old town and clock tower
The winding alleyways, baroque buildings and important sights of the medieval federal city tell us an exciting story. We continue from the old town to the Zytglogge (Clock Tower).
Overnight at a campsite near Bern
Highlight: tour of the old town and clock tower
The winding alleyways, baroque buildings and important sights of the medieval federal city tell us an exciting story. We continue from the old town to the Zytglogge (Clock Tower).
Overnight at a campsite near Bern
Highlight: free time
Today we want to give you the opportunity to plan the day yourself. Our recommendation: spend a day at one of the lake's bathing beaches.
Drive to Geneva
Overnight at a campsite near Geneva
Today we want to give you the opportunity to plan the day yourself. Our recommendation: spend a day at one of the lake's bathing beaches.
Drive to Geneva
Overnight at a campsite near Geneva
Highlight: day trip to Geneva and Annecy with boat tour
Today you will delve deeper into the architectural beauty of Geneva and Annecy. You will start the day with a panoramic sightseeing tour of Geneva. In the comfortable bus you can admire the most popular attractions of the old town. Continue with a tranquil boat ride across the sparkling surface of the water.
After a break for your lunch, we arrive in Annecy and be enchanted by the vividly colored houses and medieval monuments.
Overnight at a campsite near Geneva
Today you will delve deeper into the architectural beauty of Geneva and Annecy. You will start the day with a panoramic sightseeing tour of Geneva. In the comfortable bus you can admire the most popular attractions of the old town. Continue with a tranquil boat ride across the sparkling surface of the water.
After a break for your lunch, we arrive in Annecy and be enchanted by the vividly colored houses and medieval monuments.
Overnight at a campsite near Geneva
Highlight: free time
Today is your free day. If you have any questions or need inspiration, your guide will be happy to help.
Overnight at a campsite near Geneva
Today is your free day. If you have any questions or need inspiration, your guide will be happy to help.
Overnight at a campsite near Geneva
Drive to Zermatt
1. Highlight: Zermatt
With its location at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of one of the largest hiking and skiing areas in Switzerland, this makes the place an attractive holiday village. In winter, the snow-sure ski area offers 360 km of slopes in three fantastic regions. Hiking, cycling, climbing and high mountain tours are particularly popular in summer.
2. Highlight: Sunnegga
After a short cable car ride, we have reached the Sunnegga excursion mountain and now have a fantastic view of the Matterhorn. The Leisee in particular offers a wonderful photo opportunity with the "double Matterhorn".
3. Highlight: Hike back to Zermatt
The first stop on this fantastic hike is the alpine hut village of Findeln, which has numerous cozy restaurants. It then continues through the forest, along the contour line and with a great view of the Matterhorn, to Tiefenmatten and finally to Zermatt.
Overnight at a campsite near Zermatt
1. Highlight: Zermatt
With its location at the foot of the Matterhorn and in the middle of one of the largest hiking and skiing areas in Switzerland, this makes the place an attractive holiday village. In winter, the snow-sure ski area offers 360 km of slopes in three fantastic regions. Hiking, cycling, climbing and high mountain tours are particularly popular in summer.
2. Highlight: Sunnegga
After a short cable car ride, we have reached the Sunnegga excursion mountain and now have a fantastic view of the Matterhorn. The Leisee in particular offers a wonderful photo opportunity with the "double Matterhorn".
3. Highlight: Hike back to Zermatt
The first stop on this fantastic hike is the alpine hut village of Findeln, which has numerous cozy restaurants. It then continues through the forest, along the contour line and with a great view of the Matterhorn, to Tiefenmatten and finally to Zermatt.
Overnight at a campsite near Zermatt
Drive to Lavertezzo in the Verzasca Valley
Highlight: free time
Lavertezzo is a small village on the border with Italy and is particularly well-known for its Roman bridge and bathing river. Many people use the deep water and the 14 m high bridge as a diving tower, which gives an extra adrenaline rush. You can relax and spread out your bathing suit on the warm stones and spend a great day by the water.
Overnight at a campsite near Lavertezzo
Highlight: free time
Lavertezzo is a small village on the border with Italy and is particularly well-known for its Roman bridge and bathing river. Many people use the deep water and the 14 m high bridge as a diving tower, which gives an extra adrenaline rush. You can relax and spread out your bathing suit on the warm stones and spend a great day by the water.
Overnight at a campsite near Lavertezzo
Drive to Viamala
Highlight: Veia Traversina hike
This hike takes us in the footsteps of the Romans from Thusis via Sils to the visitor center in the Viamala Gorge. It goes past Ehrenfels Castle, which promises a breathtaking view of the Domleschg, and on to the Hohen Rätien Castle. The settlement sits enthroned on a mighty rock over the surrounding landscape. From here it goes to the Traversinersteg, a bridge that swings 70 m above the stream below you.
Overnight at a campsite near the Viamala Gorge
Highlight: Veia Traversina hike
This hike takes us in the footsteps of the Romans from Thusis via Sils to the visitor center in the Viamala Gorge. It goes past Ehrenfels Castle, which promises a breathtaking view of the Domleschg, and on to the Hohen Rätien Castle. The settlement sits enthroned on a mighty rock over the surrounding landscape. From here it goes to the Traversinersteg, a bridge that swings 70 m above the stream below you.
Overnight at a campsite near the Viamala Gorge
Drive to the Rhine Gorge
Highlight: Funyak tour with BBQ at noon
In the morning we will be introduced to the techniques of inflatable kayaks in the light currents. The dense forrest surrounding us and the calmly gurgling water provide the perfect setting for that. During our tour we'll be able to listen to the singing birds, the In the afternoon you dare to venture out on a section of the rhine river with an expert guide.
Overnight stay at a campsite near the Rhine Gorge
Highlight: Funyak tour with BBQ at noon
In the morning we will be introduced to the techniques of inflatable kayaks in the light currents. The dense forrest surrounding us and the calmly gurgling water provide the perfect setting for that. During our tour we'll be able to listen to the singing birds, the In the afternoon you dare to venture out on a section of the rhine river with an expert guide.
Overnight stay at a campsite near the Rhine Gorge
Highlight: free time and end of the trip
You can spend the last day of your tour through Switzerland in the Rhine Gorge on your own. Our tip is to go to one of the numerous lakes to swim or to try out other water activities. Unfortunately, your journey ends today.
See you on a new journey!
You can spend the last day of your tour through Switzerland in the Rhine Gorge on your own. Our tip is to go to one of the numerous lakes to swim or to try out other water activities. Unfortunately, your journey ends today.
See you on a new journey!
14 x overnight stays at campsites
1 x BBQ (lunch)
All excursions described
All-day German/English-speaking guide during the tour
1 x BBQ (lunch)
All excursions described
All-day German/English-speaking guide during the tour
RV Rental
Fuel
Tolls and parking fees en route (depending on the journey and stopovers)
Additional services described as optional
Bike rental
Meals
Insurances
Tips
Fuel
Tolls and parking fees en route (depending on the journey and stopovers)
Additional services described as optional
Bike rental
Meals
Insurances
Tips
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