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Engelberg - Typical Swiss Alpine Village

Visit the picture-postcard town Lucerne and the typical alpine village Engelberg on a full-day excursion from Zurich! Stroll through the quaint streets, shop for classic Swiss souvenirs, stop by the imposing Benedictine Monastery or opt for a hike on one of the beautiful trails surrounded by impressive mountain scenery.

  • Enjoy a scenic drive to Engelberg with time at leisure in Lucerne
  • Stroll through the center of a typical Swiss Alpine village 
  • Take in a moment of silence at the church of the Benedictine Monastery
  • Take a leisurely stroll along the shores of deep-blue Lake Eugeni 
  • Hike well-prepared trails against an impressive mountain backdrop

Take off on a spectacular route through pleasant scenery via the Albis Pass and along the shores of Lake Lucerne to the lively town of Lucerne. Admire the view during a short photo stop en route and let your guide show you the main attractions on a brief orientation drive past the Chapel Bridge, the Town Hall, the Jesuit Church and the Culture and Convention Centre (KKL). Enjoy time at leisure to explore the pretty Old Town

Journey on to Engelberg, a typical Swiss alpine village in the sunny basin under the north face of Mt Titlis. Enjoy approximately three hours at leisure to discover the village surrounded by majestic mountains at your own pace. Take in a moment of silence in the imposing baroque church of the Engelberg Abbey with Switzerland’s largest organ. Walk across the monastery garden to browse through the flower shop run by monks or continue to the show dairy to learn more about the famous Swiss cheese. Order a cheese platter at the café for your personal tasting experience or buy local delicacies as a souvenir. 

Hike one of the well-prepared trails in the beautiful surroundings or take the funicular up to Gerschnialp to enjoy beautiful vistas of Engelberg. Take a short walk to the mountain restaurant and treat yourself to a delicious Swiss meal before you whizz back down into the valley by Trottibike scooter (summer) or sledge (winter). Stroll through the quaint village before you meet your guide for the return trip via Lucerne to Zurich in the late afternoon.

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Price Adult CHF:76.-
Price Child CHF:38.-
Departure time:09:30
Duration:9 ½ hours
Language: English, Spanish
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Inclusions
  • Partly guided tour by professional multilingual guide
  • Transportation in comfortable coach with AC
  • Carbon-balanced operations certified by myclimate

Exclusions
  • Optional activities
  • Meals and drinks
  • Personal expenses

Good to know
  • The tour is accompanied from Zurich to Engelberg and from Engelberg to Zurich. For the individual stay in Engelberg, a written itinerary is provided.
  • Please note that some shops in Engelberg and Lucerne are closed on Sundays.

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