Day 01
Rome (1 Night)
Guests will report at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai as per the scheduled flight departure time and proceed to Rome – capital of Italy, one of the oldest cities in the world. Upon arrival, Sunrays Holiday Tour Manager will guide all guests for airport formalities and proceed to the city.
Upon arrival, we walk through the amazing historical sights of Rome.
We visit Trevi Fountain – the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the most famous fountains in the world,
Piazza Venezia – the central hub of Rome,
Mussolini’s Balcony – where the dictator made famous speeches,
Roman Forum – a rectangular forum surrounded by ruins of ancient government buildings.
We see the Statue of Julius Caesar at the site of his cremation and a temple atop the site,
Tiber River – the third longest river in Italy,
Photo stop at the Colosseum (Flavian Amphitheatre).
Meals: Dinner
Day 02
Rome – Vatican – Pisa (1 Night)
Today we proceed to Vatican City – the world’s smallest country and home to the Pope, often called the Holy See. Upon arrival, we visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in the world – an Italian Renaissance church and an important pilgrimage site.
Later, we proceed to Pisa, a city in Italy’s Tuscany region, best known for its iconic Leaning Tower. Upon arrival, we explore Pisa city:
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Square of Miracles – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Baptistery – Roman Catholic ecclesiastical building
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Pisa Cathedral – dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary
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Leaning Tower of Pisa – a freestanding bell tower, famous for its nearly 4-degree lean due to an unstable foundation
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 03
Pisa – Venice – Verona (1 Night)
Today we proceed to Venice – built on more than 100 small islands in a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea, with no roads but only canals. Upon arrival, enjoy a Vaporetto water bus ride to Venice Island and a Gondola ride through the famous canals of Venice.
Explore the highlights of Venice:
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Bridge of Sighs – an enclosed limestone bridge in Baroque style connecting the New Prison to the Doge’s Palace
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Doge’s Palace – a Venetian Gothic palace, former residence of the Doge of Venice
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Bell Tower (St. Mark’s Campanile) – 98.6 m (323 ft) tall
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St. Mark’s Square – the main public square of Venice
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St. Mark’s Basilica – also called The Patriarchal Cathedral Basilica of Saint Mark, known for its Italian-Byzantine architecture
Later, proceed to Verona.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 04
Verona – Geneva (1 Night)
Today we proceed to Geneva – popularly known as the "capital of peace", as it is home to the Red Cross headquarters and the European seat of the United Nations.
During the orientation tour of Geneva, we visit:
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Jet D’eau Fountain – 140 m high iconic water fountain
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Geneva Lake – Switzerland’s largest lake
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Flower Clock – a large working floral clock that changes with the seasons
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UN Building – European headquarters of the United Nations
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Broken Chair – a monumental wooden sculpture by Swiss artist Daniel Berset
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Red Cross Building – Headquarters of the International Committee of the Red Cross
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WHO Building – Headquarters of the World Health Organization
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 05
Geneva – Vevey – Broc – Bern – Engelberg (3 Nights)
Today we proceed to Vevey – one of the gems of the Swiss Riviera.
Then we head to Bern, the capital of Switzerland:
Night Stay: Engelberg
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 06
Mt. Titlis – Lucerne
Today’s adventure begins in Engelberg, a top winter and summer holiday spot.
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Half-day excursion to Mt. Titlis, Central Switzerland’s highest peak
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Ride the Titlis Rotair – world’s first revolving cable car – with stunning Alpine views
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Activities at the summit:
Afternoon: Travel to Lucerne
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Visit the Lion Monument – tribute to Swiss Guards killed during the French Revolution
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Explore Kappelbrucke – world’s oldest covered wooden bridge across the River Reuss
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End the day with a scenic Lake Lucerne Cruise
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 07
Jungfraujoch – Interlaken
Begin the day with a full-day excursion to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe.
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Travel via Grindelwald, then board the Eiger Express, the world’s most advanced tricable gondola
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Reach Eiger Glacier station in just 15 minutes
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Transfer to a Cogwheel train to ascend to Europe’s highest railway station at 3,454 metres (11,332 ft)
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Enjoy breathtaking views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks
Highlights at Jungfraujoch:
Evening: Visit Interlaken, a scenic resort town nestled in the Bernese Oberland
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 08
Engelberg – Rhine Falls – Vaduz – Innsbruck
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Visit Rhine Falls, Schaffhausen (Neuhausen) – the most powerful waterfall in Europe
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Proceed to Vaduz, capital of Liechtenstein – one of Europe’s smallest countries
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Continue to Innsbruck, one of Europe’s most picturesque Old Towns
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Surrounded by snow-capped peaks
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Visit includes a walk over the Inns River bridge and a view of the Golden Roof – Innsbruck’s iconic landmark with 2,657 fire-gilded copper tiles
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Stroll along Maria Theresien Strasse, a bustling street dating back to the 13th century
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 09
Innsbruck – Wattens – Salzburg
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Proceed to Wattens, home to the world-famous Swarovski Crystal World and Museum
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Continue journey to Salzburg, a city rich in music and baroque architecture
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Visit the Love Lock Bridge over the Salzach River – a symbol of eternal love
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Stroll along Getreide Gasse, a historic street in the old town of Salzburg and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996
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See Mozart’s Birthplace at No. 9, where he lived until age 17
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Explore Linzer Gasse, a street filled with handicrafts, shops, restaurants, and hostels
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Visit Mirabell Gardens, a horticultural masterpiece and filming location of The Sound of Music
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 10
Salzburg to Vienna
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Proceed to Vienna, capital of Austria, known as one of Europe's most visited cities.
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Visit the Schönbrunn Palace – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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City walk highlights include:
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Vienna State Opera House – one of the world’s premier opera houses
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Parliament Building – monumental neoclassical architecture
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City Hall – neo-Gothic administrative centre
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Hofburg Palace – former imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty and current workplace of the President of Austria
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Heldenplatz – a grand public square
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Ring Boulevard (Ringstrasse) – a circular boulevard encircling Vienna’s historic centre
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 11
Vienna – Departure
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Farewell message: Time to say goodbye after a memorable journey.
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Encouragement to stay connected via email, phone, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, etc.
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Mention of another possible future Sunrays Holiday Group Tour.
Meals: Breakfast
Alani –
It was great! Beautiful views and fun activities
Chan –
Very part of this tour was excellent. Our room was lovely – larger than expected. We had a balcony which I really enjoyed.