Embark on a private tour to Engelberg and Mt. Titlis to explore medieval towns, Swiss cheese artistry, and breathtaking Alpine scenery. Experience Lucerne’s old town, taste authentic Swiss cheese, and ascend Mount Titlis for a thrilling adventure in glacial caves and suspension bridges.
- Basel - Your guide will greet you at your hotel or residence, before boarding your carriage direction Engelberg.
- Engelberg - This part of the tour is upon request to the guide
Heading onwards, you will reach the gorgeous town of Engelberg, famed for its immaculate winter scenery, rich spiritual history, and of course, its artisan cheese. As you make your way through the pretty town center, your guide will reveal the stories behind the famous Engelberg Abbey - a Benedictine monastery built in 1120 - and how it came to be the only site of its kind in Switzerland to have a dairy.
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Lake Trubsee - Next you will head to the cable cart station, and begin the ascent to the top of Mount Titlis.
You will first head to the magnificent lake of Trübsee perched at 1764m (5787 ft), enjoy a scenic walk and be treated to stunning views over the Alps, with mountains, valleys, and crystalline lakes stretching as far as the eye can see. Your guide will share stories about the history and culture of the region, pointing out spots of interest you might otherwise have missed. Here you will also learn with your taste buds as you sample creamy and aged cheese. Your expert guide will be on hand to tell you what goes into each cheese and the traditional methods used in the different regions. - Titlis - You’ll continue your journey to the top, when you reach the top you will have the chance to explore the Glacier Cave, with its centuries old ice tunnels and fresh glacial air, and the Titlis Cliff Walk, which offers 360-degree views and an exhilarating route across a suspension bridge. Those looking for an adrenaline-fuelled adventure will also have the chance to take the Ice Flyer to the Titlis Glacier Park. This thrilling chair lift will sweep you over crisp snow fields, with nothing beneath you except icey air and birds eye views of Titlis.
- Basel - Your guide will escort you back to your hotel in Basel once the tour is over
- Cheese Tasting
- Private local expert guide
- Meet and Greet at your Hotel or Residence
- All fees and/or taxes
- Standard rail ticket (1st class ticket provided upon request)
- Priority Mt. Titlis Cable car and Rotair pass
- Optional Lucerne visit - Provided upon request
- Lunch at the Mt. Titlis
Discover Medieval towns, artisan cheese, and stunning Alpine scenery as you journey to the heart of the Lucerne region. Learn and sample some of Switzerland’s most authentic cheese of Switzerland at Trübsee. Glide to the top of Mount Titlis via cable cart and lose yourself in a world of glacial caves, sky-high suspension bridges, and stunning Alpine wilderness.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
