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Peaks of Europe: The Alps to The Dolomites

12-day small group tour exploring the Swiss Alps and Italian Dolomites — save up to 10% on select departures!

12 days / 11 nights

Accommodation Included

Small Group Guided Tour

Multiple departures

Overview

Embark on an invigorating journey through Europe’s towering Alps and idyllic towns. Ascend 4 unique mountains via cable car and cogwheel train. Join a mountain guide for a hiking experience. Visit Jungfraujoch and stand at the “Top of Europe.” Visit the cheese aging cellars of L’Etivaz and the Italian vineyards of Prosecco – enjoying a tasting at both. Spend time in the idyllic storybook towns of Lucerne, Innsbruck, and Cortina crowned by towering Dolomite Mountains. Across France, Switzerland, Austria, and Italy, discover breathtaking beauty and inviting local charm.

About Collette Small Group Tours

Experience the world in a more meaningful way with Collette's Small Group Explorations. Averaging just 19 travellers, these immersive journeys are designed to take you beyond the highlights, with authentic local encounters, unique cultural experiences, and access to places larger groups simply can't reach. Stay longer in each destination, enjoy carefully selected accommodation and regional dining, and travel with expert guides who bring every destination to life. From truffle hunting in Italy and whale watching in Iceland to discovering hidden communities across Asia, Africa and the Americas, every journey is designed to help you connect more deeply with the places you visit.

Inclusions & Highlights

Your Tour Includes

  • 6 Handpicked Accommodations
  • 19 Meals
  • 2 Choice on Tour Options

Must-See Inclusions:

  • Stay 3 nights in the French town of Chamonix, nestled at the foot of Mont Blanc.
  • Step into the 3 storybook towns of Lucerne, Innsbruck, and Cortina.
  • Gaze upon the vibrant Swiss countryside on the panoramic GoldenPass train.
  • Stand at the “Top of Europe,” the perennial winter wonderland of Jungfraujoch.

Cultural Experiences:

  • Inhale fresh alpine air with 3 unique mountaintop experiences.
  • Visit Barryland, a foundation that protects the heritage of Switzerland’s national dog - the St. Bernard.
  • Discover the local flora and fauna during a nature walk with a local alpinist.

Culinary Inclusions:

  • Toast to the end of your scenic journey during a farewell dinner in a Venetian countryside villa.
  • Savour the flavours of Switzerland during a raclette brunch at a dairy farm.
  • Taste the fruits of Italy’s Prosecco region with a vineyard visit and tasting.

Highlights

  • Chamonix
  • Annecy
  • Mont Blanc
  • GoldenPass Train
  • Gstaad
  • Jungfrau
  • Lucerne
  • Innsbruck
  • Dolomites
  • Cortina
  • Prosecco Region
  • Venetian Countryside Villa Stay

Itinerary

Day 1 – Chamonix, France
Accommodation: La Folie Douce Hotel
Meals: Dinner
Arrive in the alpine resort town of Chamonix, nestled at the foot of Mont Blanc. Enjoy free time to explore the charming streets before meeting your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.

Day 2 – Chamonix – Annecy – Chamonix
Accommodation: La Folie Douce Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel to the picturesque town of Annecy, often called the "Venice of the Alps". Join a guided walking tour through its medieval streets, canals and colourful houses before returning to Chamonix for dinner.

Day 3 – Chamonix
Accommodation: La Folie Douce Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Choose how you'd like to experience Mont Blanc – ascend the Aiguille du Midi by cable car or ride the historic Tramway du Mont Blanc. Later, enjoy a relaxing walk through the valley.

Day 4 – Chamonix – Gstaad, Switzerland
Accommodation: Golf Hotel Les Hauts de Gstaad
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Farewell France and travel into Switzerland. Learn about the famous St. Bernard dogs at Barryland before boarding the scenic GoldenPass Train through the Swiss Alps to Gstaad.

Day 5 – Gstaad – Grindelwald
Accommodation: Sunstar Alpine Hotel Grindelwald
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Journey through the Bernese Oberland, visit a traditional cheese creamery and enjoy brunch on a local farm before arriving in the alpine village of Grindelwald for a two-night stay.

Day 6 – Grindelwald – Jungfraujoch – Grindelwald
Accommodation: Sunstar Alpine Hotel Grindelwald
Meals: Breakfast
Travel by cogwheel railway to Jungfraujoch – the "Top of Europe". Explore the Ice Palace and admire spectacular views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau peaks.

Day 7 – Grindelwald – Lucerne – Seefeld, Austria
Accommodation: Seelos Hotel – NIKO Hotels
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Visit the beautiful lakeside city of Lucerne before travelling through Liechtenstein and into Austria, arriving in the charming Tyrolean village of Seefeld.

Day 8 – Seefeld
Accommodation: Seelos Hotel – NIKO Hotels
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy a scenic horse-drawn carriage ride through the Tyrolean countryside. Spend the afternoon at leisure or join an optional excursion to Oberammergau in Germany.

Day 9 – Seefeld – Innsbruck – Brunico, Italy
Accommodation: Hotel Ander
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore Innsbruck's historic Old Town before crossing into Italy and the spectacular Dolomites. Arrive in the medieval town of Brunico for a two-night stay.

Day 10 – Brunico – Dolomites – Brunico
Accommodation: Hotel Ander
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Discover the UNESCO-listed Dolomites, learn about the unique Ladin culture, enjoy lunch on an alpine farm and ride a cable car to Rifugio Lagazuoi for breathtaking mountain views.

Day 11 – Brunico – Cortina – Mogliano Veneto
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Condulmer
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit the stylish mountain resort of Cortina before travelling through the Prosecco wine region for a vineyard tasting. End your journey with a farewell dinner at a historic countryside villa.

Day 12 – Mogliano Veneto
Meals: Breakfast
Your unforgettable alpine adventure comes to an end after breakfast.

Itinerary is subject to change.

Dates/Pricing

Travel DatesWAS (twin share)NOW (twin share)
24 Apr – 5 May 2027$10,649 pp$9,585 pp
25 Apr – 6 May 2027$10,649 pp$9,585 pp
15 May – 26 May 2027$10,649 pp$9,585 pp
29 May – 9 Jun 2027$10,649 pp$9,585 pp

*Advertised price is per person, twin share and is correct as at 24 July 2026. Pricing includes applicable savings and are based on selected guaranteed departures only. Other departures available. Offer is valid for new bookings made until 31 August 2026, for travel between 1 September 2026 and 30 June 2028. Prices are subject to change and availability.

Booking terms and conditions apply.

* Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.

Destinations featured in this deal

Europe France Switzerland Italy Austria

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