AUSTRIA AND SWITZERLAND WITH THE SISTERHOOD
AUGUST 2 - 12, 2023
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Travel Tours for Women Only
The hills are alive with the sound of music, the aroma of strudel, and the taste of schnitzel. In addition to the fables, falsettos, and tastes of two of Europe’s most scenic countries, a symphony of sights awaits your arrival on this scenic tour of Austria and Switzerland.
Palaces and castles, peaks, and glaciers, moving scenery, and famous movie scenes are all on the itinerary. As you make the stunning journey from melodious Vienna to metropolitan Zurich, you’ll experience the breathtaking scenery in a variety of ways. Cruise down the dreamy Danube, board the Glacier Express train for the car-free mountain resort of Zermatt, and frolic in the same Austrian locations as Julie Andrews did in the hit movie The Sound of Music.
At the end of our eye-opening and ear-pleasing vacation, “So long, farewell” to our traveling Sisters will be the hardest words to utter.
Don’t miss your opportunity to join Sisterhood Travels for this incredible women-only once-in-a-lifetime trip. We promise you lots of fun, laughs, spectacular sightseeing and most of all….the magic of Sisterhood!
OUR ITINERARY
August 2, 2023
Welcome to Vienna!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (Dinner) Hotel: MGallery Am Konzerthaus
August 3, 2023
Today after breakfast, we’ll depart for guided sightseeing including Schönbrunn Palace and Heldenplatz. This afternoon will be yours for independent exploration and dining with your Sisters. This evening, we’ll enjoy a spellbinding evening of classical works by Mozart and Johann Strauss, performed brilliantly by professional Salon Orchestra Alt-Wien musicians in one of Europe’s prettiest venues. (B) Hotel: MGallery Am Konzerthaus
August 4, 2023
Today we explore the Blue Danube on our way to Salzburg. In Krems, we’ll take a leisurely Danube River cruise. When we reach Mondsee, we’ll visit the Parish Church. Upon arrival in Salzburg, we’ll take a guided walking tour where we’ll see such wonderful sights as Mirabell Gardens, the Great Festival Hall, and Resident Square. You and your Sisters will be free to explore independently this evening and choose where you’d like to dine. (B) Hotel: Imlauer Hotel Pitter Salzburg
August 5, 2023
Today is a free day for you to enjoy Salzburg with your Sisters. The birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Salzburg, will put a song in your heart as you explore its charmingly splendid gardens, and medieval and Baroque architecture along the pedestrian Altstadt (Old Town). Salzburg’s scenic Alpine landscape and architectural treasures has earned this Austrian jewel the reputation as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. (B) Hotel: Imlauer Hotel Pitter Salzburg
August 6, 2023
Our first stop today will be Innsbruck where we’ll walk through the Old Town to the Golden Roof. We’ll have some free time to browse before we start driving. We’ll pass through the spectacular beauty of Swiss Engadine on our way to St. Moritz. You will be amazed as you take in the alpine vistas surrounding this paradise of deep blue lakes and rolling green meadows, forests, snow-capped summits, and endless sky in one of Switzerland’s most stunning valleys. This evening, we’ll enjoy dinner together. (B, D) Hotel: Laudinella
August 7, 2023
Today is going to be epic! We’ll board the Glacier Express train to Zermatt and enjoy lunch onboard. While its speed won’t take your breath away, the Glacier Express train from St. Moritz to Zermatt delivers a slow, breathtaking ride through some of Switzerland’s most stunning scenery. Traveling the rails over 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels, we’ll take in each passing postcard scene while reaching an altitude of 6,670 feet above sea level. (B, L) Hotel: Pollux
August 8, 2023
Today is a free day in Zermatt! Spend the day leisurely strolling around car-free Zermatt or join an optional excursion to the Matterhorn Glacier, an Alpine paradise of sky slopes, panoramic vistas, ice carvings and unique views – an amazing experience you do not want to miss. This evening, we join together for a Sisterhood group dinner. (B, D) Hotel: Pollux
August 9, 2023
This morning, we’ll take a mountain train ride from Zermatt to Tasch. Then, we’ll head to Chillon. Poised on a diminutive island on Lake Geneva and protected by a natural moat is the striking site of Chillon Castle. Discover the Castle’s secrets as we stroll through it on our guided tour. And, what better way to complete your visit than with a wine tasting for good measure! This evening, we’ll lay our heads down at our hotel in Bern. (B) Hotel: Holiday Inn Bern Westside
August 10, 2023
This morning, we’ll enjoy a guided walking tour, including stops at Bear Park and panoramic views of the city from the Rose Garden and the Old Town. Later, we’ll head to Lucerne, where we’ll raise a glass and toast an unforgettable evening of traditional entertainment featuring a 3-course feast of local specialties, alphorns, yodeling, and festive Swiss music and dancing. (B, D) Hotel: Astoria
August 11, 2023
Today, we’ll take a walking tour and visit Lion monument, the Old Town, and the Chapel Bridge. This evening a private panoramic cruise on the lake will highlight the sheer beauty of Lucerne and its surroundings. To top off the evening and the tour, we’ll enjoy a Farewell Dinner with our Sisters. (B, D) Hotel: Astoria
August 12, 2023
Sadly,our vacation ends with breakfast this morning. We’ll provide a complimentary transfer to Zurich Airport in time for homebound flights leaving no earlier than 10 am. (B)
pricing
- Deposit Due at Time of Booking: $500
- Final Payment Due on or Before 05/15/23
PRICING & INCLUSIONS
Double Occupancy Per Person-
10 nights / 11 days deluxe accommodations
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Roundtrip transfers between airport and arrival/departure hotels
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Meals (14 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 5 dinners)
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All sightseeing tours, exclusive and immersive experiences and excursions as listed within this itinerary
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Private, deluxe transportation throughout the itinerary
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Sisterhood Travels Group Leaders
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Commemorative T-Shirt
PRICING & INCLUSIONS
Single Occupancy Per Person-
10 nights / 11 days deluxe accommodations
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Roundtrip transfers between airport and arrival/departure hotels
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Meals (14 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 5 dinners)
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All sightseeing tours, exclusive and immersive experiences and excursions as listed within this itinerary
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Private, deluxe transportation throughout the itinerary
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Sisterhood Travels Group Leaders
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Commemorative T-Shirt
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- The maximum number on this tour will be 44 women , including your Sisterhood Travels Group Leaders
- Roundtrip airfare from the U.S. is not included in the price. Due to tour scheduling, return flights should not be booked before 10 am on the last day. You will fly into Vienna (VIE) and return from Zurich (ZUR) Click Here for Airfare Information
- At the time of your booking, you are not required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 to travel on this tour. Due to the ever-changing rules and regulations, this could change before the final payment and/or departure.
- We cannot accommodate mobility assist devices such as wheelchairs and walkers on this tour.
- You must be able to manage your luggage without assistance.
- If you need a roommate, we will be happy to match you to another traveler, but we will not assign your roommate until final payments are made. If you have asked us to match you, you do not need to search for one in our Facebook group. See Need a Roommate? Below for more information.
- Your passports must be valid for at least six months beyond your return date to the United States
- Optional Travel Insurance is strongly recommended. We will send you a quote once you make your booking.
Need a Roommate?
Cancellation & Refunds
Activity Level:
leisurely
This is a leisurely paced itinerary and is full of cultural and interesting sightseeing and some free time to relax. Some excursion days may include reasonably early starts, some longer coach travel and possibly walking over uneven terrain. Guests should have reasonable health and mobility.