Bernese Oberland

Contrary to most European capitals, Bern does not appear to be particularly cosmopolitan in any sense, and despite serving as the city’s home for the country’s lawmakers, it nonetheless exudes a laid-back, small-town charm. We will have the opportunity to discuss all the key events in the history of the entire nation at practically every stop during our stroll through this distinctly Swiss city. No of the weather, you may visit the charming Old Town because its main streets are flanked by covered arcades that stretch for six kilometers (three miles) or more. Facades from the medieval and baroque periods merge together well, and spectacular fountains and ancient defensive towers add to the unique appearance of the residences.

Travel through the Rosengarten to experience the city’s dignified and serene ambiance, sit down at one of its historic taverns, or get lost in the maze-like shopping arcades that snake their way through the city.

The Swiss Canton of Bern is home to the city of Interlaken. One of the oldest and most well-known tourist sites in the Swiss Alps. The name Interlaken has Latin roots and literally translates to «between the lakes.» In reality, the city was founded between the Aare and the Lütschine rivers. Although some digs turned up Roman coins, the earliest signs of habitation in the region date to the Middle Ages. 

When numerous Swiss painters were drawn to the city’s stunning scenery three centuries later, the city’s prominence increased once more. Interlaken soon gained popularity as a tourist destination after the town sponsored a festival honoring Swiss culture at the start of the 19th century. The establishment of opulent hotels and spas coincided with significant economic expansion. The astonishing Interlaken’s phenomenal growth was halted in the first part of the 20th century by the unstable global environment. However, the city was able to successfully reinvent itself as a conference center in 1955.

The Riviera de Montreux is a place of contrasts. Visitors and residents have coexisted here for three centuries; it’s like a little Switzerland. The area has some of the top hospitality schools and private clinics in the world, including the legendary Montreux Jazz Festival, and is exceptionally rich in cultural activities. Additionally, it is a corporate hub with facilities that are ideal for hosting international conferences. 

The Old Town appears to be concealed at almost unreachable heights, just next to the steep hills at the edge of the forest. Yet the lakeshore is only ten minutes away from this charming area.

During your half-day city tour you will visit to Chillon Castle, the most impressive of the Swiss castles, following a panoramic tour of Montreux. It was built in the 13th century on Roman ruins, and during the Middle Ages, the County of Savoy called it home. The Castle of Chillon, which was formerly a fortification and inspired Byron’s renowned Prisoner of Chillon, saw various changes as it adapted to the development of defensive and offensive weapons over time. To meet the pomp and formality of castle life, other adjustments were made.

One of the most exquisite collections of medieval architecture in Europe, Fribourg is a city of unrivaled charm that is curled in the meanders of its river, the Sarine. With its 200 gothic facades and its well-preserved architectural heritage, Fribourg is an open-air history book. 

The Pays de Fribourg is kind of like a globe on its side: in the south, there are chilly limestone mountains, and in the north, there are pleasant lakeshores that resemble the Mediterranean. Two languages coexist on its compact territory, while the Pre-Alps, the city of Fribourg, and the Three-Lakes Region—three very different vacation regions—all overlap.

The people of Fribourg have long placed a high value on the cathedral. Many of the notable church windows were gifts from the guilds. They are thought to have originated around 1330 and represent the many trades with images like pretzels, boots, mill wheels, or scissors. The Fribourg residents' prudence is the reason the windows are still still standing today. During World War II, the windows were taken out as a precaution to shield them from air strikes. Fortunately, there were no direct bomb impacts on the Fribourg church.

The Old Town, which has no automobiles and whose gorgeous squares are dotted with old, fresco-adorned homes, is where most of the walking can be done conveniently. If you look up, you will see a variety of intricate, historically significant, and cultural features.

You will tour renowned locations including the Chapel Bridge with the octagonal Water Tower, the Jesuit Church, and the Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne. (KKL Luzern). You will discover interesting and entertaining information about Lucerne’s past and its inhabitants' daily lives during the tour. You will come through secret passageways, go to bustling town squares, and even get a sight of the Musegg Wall, the «crown» of the city. Discover iconic landmarks and a variety of unique features.