Majestic Switzerland

Date: Wed, August 2, 2023 - Fri, August 11, 2023

Trip Status: Taking Waitlist

Price: From $4,295

Activity Level: Moderate

Region: Europe

Arrangements: Alumni Holidays International

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Embrace Switzerland’s dreamy scenery on an eight-night journey for active travelers! This enchanting land is yours to behold, from its snowcapped summits to winding footpaths and unfettered blue skies. Begin in gorgeous Interlaken, nestled beneath the peaks of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau in the Bernese Oberland. Enjoy visits to Brienz, famed for its traditional wood carvings; Kandersteg, a paradise for nature lovers and Lauterbrunnen with its storybook ambience. Rides on cogwheels, trains, cable cars and gondolas reveal the region’s quintessential beauty — dramatic cliffs, flower-filled meadows, sweeping forests and tumbling waterfalls. Travel on to charming Vevey, tucked along the sundrenched shores of Lake Geneva. Sample local Swiss chocolates and cheeses, and sip crisp vintages at a Lavaux winery, where vineyards climb terraced slopes. Visit lakeside Montreux, stroll ancient castle ramparts and cruise Lake Geneva, shimmering like a jewel. Plus, indulge in decadent cuisine accompanied by a folkloric performance!

Reservations and Information

To reserve, complete a registration form in the brochure and mail to Duke Travels, Box 90572, Durham, NC 27708, or call (919) 684-2988 to reserve conveniently over the phone and let us know you are mailing your reservation form to hold your space.

To learn more about our travel program or any of our upcoming trips, please contact us at duketravels@duke.edu or 919-684-2988

Duke Leaders

Dr. Heidi Madden Ph.D.

Heidi Madden is the Head of International and Area Studies at Duke University Libraries, Librarian for Western European and Medieval Renaissance Studies, and Adjunct Professor in German Studies. She develops collections of materials from and about Europe, provides research services and library instruction, and accompanies the Medieval Renaissance Studies FOCUS program each fall. Heidi is active in the European Studies Section (ESS) of the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL), and represents Duke University Libraries in several collection development projects at the Center for Research Libraries.

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