ROCS Guided Holidays - 7-Day Charms Of The Swiss Lakes And French Alps 2025

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7 Day Charms Of The Swiss Lakes And French Alps Breathtaking Panoramas Within The City Of A Hundred Spires

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7 DAY 17 TH - 23 RD APRIL 2025 Visiting: LUCERNE, ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS, MONTREUX, ANNECY, GENEVE, YVOIRE, THONON-LES BAINS, CHAMONIX - MONT BLANC

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KM Malta Airlines Ltd. is the new airline of the Maltese Islands, having performed its first flight on the 31st of March 2024. The airline was established to protect and enhance the connectivity of the Maltese Islands to Europe and beyond, supporting the Islands’ continued economic development and aiming to grow into a successful and sustainable carrier. KM Malta Airlines adopts a key European destination approach, linking Malta with the main capital cities in Western Europe, primary European airport hubs, and connecting with partner airlines. Merħba KM MALTA AIRLINES CONNECTING PEOPLE, COUNTRIES, AND CARGO.

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VISION, AMBITION, AND MANDATE. KM Malta Airlines is the national airline of the Maltese Islands, providing stable, regular, and year-round connectivity to Europe and beyond. The airline flies to 17 major passenger and cargo hubs in 15 key European cities and connects with larger airlines through codeshare and interline agreements. As a safe and respected full-service European carrier, KM Malta Airlines offers friendly and caring service to all its valued passengers. While not a low-cost airline, the company is committed to being a successful and sustainable business. Additionally, KM Malta Airlines fosters a tolerant and inclusive workplace culture, promoting an engaged workforce with sustainability at its core. THE FLEET. KM Malta Airlines operates a modern fleet of 8 Airbus 320NEOs, featuring a flexible two-class configuration with up to 36 Business Class seats. These fuel-efficient aircraft offer 168 saleable seats on average, delivering superior economics and reduced environmental impact.

This fleet reflects KM Malta Airlines’ commitment to sustainability and meeting its environmental targets.

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Meet your tour manager at Malta International Airport for your flight to Zurich. Prior to transferring to our hotel, we will stop at Lucerne, located in the centre of Switzerland. This picturesque city, nestled between lake and mountains, has a lot to offer historically, culturally and socially. Experience the unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne. We later transfer to our hotel in Évian les-Bains which is situated by the shores of lake Geneve. The town is resting on a natural terrace and is served by a funicular to the panoramic gardens by the lake. DAY 1 MALTA - LUCERNE - ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS

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Check into your 4* Hilton Évian-les-Bains Hotel.

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Breakfast and proceed to Chillon Castle, (entrance fee included) a medieval fortress that is built right on the lake’s shores. We will visit the interiors and enjoy the lovely views of the lake and mountains. This is the most visited historic building in Switzerland. Our next stop will be Montreux, famous for its Jazz Festival and promenade lined with trees and flowers. Time to walk about and enjoy the promenade. A visit to Gruyère Cheese factory (entrance fee included) to discover the production of the Swiss Gruyère and taste cheese specialities. Our last stop of the day will be at the medieval hilltop town and fortress of Gruyère, the charming square surrounded by houses and little shops makes it a perfect picture stop. Free time before we return to our hotel. DAY 2 CHILLON CASTLE - MONTREUX – GRUYÈRE CHEESE FACTORY

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DAY 3 ANNECY

Breakfast and today we visit Annecy, a picturesque town with the Thiou river dividing it in half down the middle. The imposing Chateau once home to the Counts of Geneva overlooking the town. Enjoy a walk discovering the historical old town with streets lined with shops and restaurants decorated with flowers and locally produced products. The Palais de l’lie in the middle of the river, once a prison, is one of the most photographed sights in France. We will also visit the Basilique de la Visitation, awarded with superb views over the lake and mountains. Take a walk along Annecy promenade.

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DAY 4 CHAMONIX - MONT-BLANC

Breakfast our tour today takes us to the Valley of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc the highest summit in the Alps. Our first activity is to take the Train du Montenvers Mer de Glace, a clog train (ticket included) that will take you up the mountain offering spectacular views. We visit the Ice Cave tunnel in the glacier; an unforgettable experience with superb views of the largest glacier in France. Time at leisure before you take the train back down to enjoy a short visit to Chamonix village centre, a bustling Alpine town with restaurants and alpine shops.

Free time for personal visits before we head back to our hotel.

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DAY 5 GENEVE

Breakfast and drive to Geneve a base for some of the world’s largest organizations, such as the World Health Organization, the Red Cross and the United Nations. We will drive by the promenade where you can see the Jet du Eau fountain 140 meters high, one of the city’s landmarks. After a panoramic tour of the most important sights, we will also have a walking tour to the centre. The Saint Peter’s Cathedral, the Bastion Park with its Reformation Wall, and squares are all worth a visit. Free time before we return to our hotel.

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Breakfast and we start the day by visiting the charming medieval fishing village of Yvoire, known as the “gem of the lake”. A flowery village with charming alleys dotted with little souvenirs shops and little cafes. Free time to explore the beautiful alleys before we take the coach to our next stop in Thonon-les-Bains, a spa town pleasantly situated on the edge of Lake Geneva. The upper town is a wonderful place for walkers, with its hilltop gardens which boast viewpoints of the lake and its religious heritage with the Saint-François de-Sales Basilica. Below the Rives district is a picturesque fishing village that is home to a fishing and lake heritage museum. DAY 6 YVOIRE - THONON - LES BAINS

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DAY 7 BERN - MALTA

After breakfast we check out of the hotel and visit Bern, the Swiss capital. With its UNESCO-listed old town, cathedral, clock tower, fountains and numerous arcades, Bern is one of Switzerland’s most beautiful cities. Time to discover and do some last minute shopping.

Transfer to Zurich airport for your flight back to Malta.

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Charms Of The Swiss Lakes And French Alps VISITING: LUCERNE, ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS, MONTREUX, ANNECY, GENEVE, YVOIRE, THONON-LES BAINS, CHAMONIX - MONT BLANC 17 TH - 23 RD APR 2025

DAY 1 – MALTA - LUCERNE - ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS Meet your tour manager at Malta International Airport for your flight to Zurich. Prior to transferring to our hotel, we will stop at Lucerne, located in the centre of Switzerland. This picturesque city, nestled between lake and mountains, has a lot to offer historically, culturally and socially. Experience the unique landscape with the vibrant city and the calmness of Lake Lucerne. We later transfer to our hotel in Évian-les-Bains which is situated by the shores of lake Geneve. The town is resting on a natural terrace and is served by a funicular to the panoramic gardens by the lake. Check into your 4* Hilton Évian-les-Bains Hotel. DAY 2 - CHILLON CASTLE - MONTREUX – GRUYÈRE CHEESE FACTORY Breakfast and proceed to Chillon Castle (entrance fee included) a medieval fortress that is built right on the lake’s shores. We will visit the interiors and enjoy the lovely views of the lake and mountains. This is the most visited historic building in Switzerland. Our next stop will be Montreux famous for its Jazz Festival and promenade lined with trees and flowers. Time to walk about and enjoy the promenade. A visit to Gruyère Cheese factory (entrance fee included) to discover the production of the Swiss Gruyère and taste cheese specialities. Our last stop of the day will be at the medieval hilltop town and fortress of Gruyère, the charming square surrounded by houses and little shops makes it a perfect picture stop. Free time before we return to

our hotel. DAY 3 - ANNECY

the Red Cross and the United Nations. We will drive by the promenade where you can see the Jet du Eau fountain 140 meters high, one of the city’s landmarks. After a panoramic tour of the most important sights, we will also have a walking tour to the centre. The Saint Peter’s Cathedral, the Bastion Park with its Reformation Wall, and squares are all worth a visit. Free time before we return to our hotel. DAY 6 - YVOIRE - THONON LES-BAINS Breakfast and we start the day by visiting the charming medieval fishing village of Yvoire, known as the “gem of the lake”. A flowery village with charming alleys dotted with little souvenirs shops and little cafes. Free time to explore the beautiful alleys before we take the coach to our next stop in Thonon-les-Bains, a spa town pleasantly situated on the edge of Lake Geneva. The upper town is a wonderful place for walkers, with its hilltop gardens which boast viewpoints of the lake and its religious heritage with the Saint-François-de Sales Basilica. Below the Rives district is a picturesque fishing village that is home to a fishing and lake heritage museum. DAY 7 - BERN - MALTA After breakfast we check out of the hotel and visit Bern, the Swiss capital. With its UNESCO listed old town, cathedral, clock tower, fountains and numerous arcades, Bern is one of Switzerland’s most beautiful cities. Time to discover and do some last minute shopping. Transfer to Zurich airport for your flight back to Malta.

Breakfast and today we visit Annecy, a picturesque town with the Thiou river dividing it in half down the middle. The imposing Chateau once home to the Counts of Geneva overlooking the town. Enjoy a walk discovering the historical old town with streets lined with shops and restaurants decorated with flowers and locally produced products. The Palais de l’lie in the middle of the river once a prison, is one of the most photographed sights in France. We will also visit the Basilique de la Visitation, awarded with superb views over the lake and mountains. Take a walk along Annecy promenade. DAY 4 - CHAMONIX-MONT -BLANC Breakfast our tour today takes us to the Valley of Chamonix -Mont-Blanc the highest summit in the Alps. Our first activity is to take the Train du Montenvers Mer de Glace, a clog train (ticket included) that will take you up the mountain offering spectacular views. We visit the Ice Cave tunnel in the glacier; an unforgettable experience with superb views of the largest glacier in France. Time at leisure before you take the train back down to enjoy a short visit to Chamonix village centre, a bustling Alpine town with restaurants and alpine shops. Free time for personal visits befor ewe head back to our hotel. DAY 5 – GENEVE Breakfast and drive to Geneve a base for some of the world’s largest organizations, such as the World Health Organization,

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€ 759 PP 7 DAY GUIDED TOUR FROM

PACKAGE PRICE PER PERSON 3 SHARING (2 ADULTS + 1 CHILD 2 – 11 YRS)

€ 759

€ 789

3 SHARING (3 ADULTS)

€ 949

2 SHARING

€ 1359

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OUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: 3 Return Flights Malta - Zurich – Malta On KM Malta Airlines 3 10kg Hand Luggage & 20kg Luggage In Hold 3 6 Nights Accommodation At The 4* Hilton Évian-les-Bains Hotel 3 Daily Breakfast 3 Airline Taxes And Charges 3 Experienced ROCS Travel Tour Manager

PACKAGE OF EXCURSIONS PER PERSON:

€ 369

✓ Half Day Tour of Lucerne ✓ Full Day Tour of Chillon Castle - Montreux - Gruyère Cheese factory (entrance fees included) ✓ Full Day Tour of Annecy ✓ Full Day Tour of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (train ticket included) ✓ Full Day Tour of Geneve ✓ Full Day Tour of Yvoire - Thonon-Les-Bains ✓ Half Day Tour of Bern ✓ Return Airport Transfers

OBLIGATORY EXCURSIONS PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT EXCURSIONS AND/OR EXTRAS, LISTED IN OUR ITINERARIES ARE OBLIGATORY FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS. THESE EXCURSIONS/EXTRAS HAVE BEEN CAREFULLY SELECTED TO ENHANCE THE TRAVEL EXPERIENCE ON OUR GUIDED HOLIDAYS AND ENSURE A COMPREHENSIVE EXPLORATION OF THE DESTINATION. THE DETAILS AND COSTS FOR THESE OBLIGATORY EXTRAS ARE CLEARLY DISPLAYED IN OUR BROCHURE. THEREFORE, SUCH COSTS NEED TO BE ADDED TO THE MAIN PACKAGE PRICE. WE THANK YOU IN ADVANCE AND LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU ON A JOURNEY FILLED WITH DISCOVERY, EXPLORATION, AND UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES.

CITY TAX TO BE PAID AT THE HOTEL

PRICES ARE PER PERSON & SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY IN THE APPROPRIATE CLASSES AT THE TIME OF BOOKING. PRICE MAY VARY WITHOUT NOTICE. TERMS & CONDITIONS APPLY.

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