Pran Pratishtha Special — Paris & Swiss tour package — 8N/9D itinerary, price and inclusions
A special long-stay format that puts you in Paris for four nights and then in the central Swiss town of Olten for another four. Olten is well connected by hourly trains to Zurich, Lucerne, and Interlaken, so you reach the snow peaks and lakes without changing hotels. This is a land-only package, which means you book your own flights to Paris and out of Zurich. The tour suits travellers who want a quieter European base and shorter daily drives. starting at INR 1,94,052 per person. Covers Paris 4N, Olten 4N.
Pran Pratishtha Special — Paris & Swiss package highlights
- Four-night base in Paris with a full guided city tour
- Photo stop and lit-up visit to the Eiffel Tower
- Seine river dinner cruise with vegetarian-friendly menu
- Four-night base in Olten with day trips into the Swiss Alps
- Cable car and Ice Flyer chairlift to the summit of Mt Titlis
- Day excursion to Interlaken and Mt Jungfrau region
- Lucerne old town, Chapel Bridge, and Lion Monument
Pran Pratishtha Special — Paris & Swiss day-by-day itinerary (8N/9D)
Day 1: Arrive Paris
Make your own way from Charles de Gaulle airport to the meeting point in central Paris where our tour manager will meet you for the transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Paris city tour and Seine cruise
Full-day guided coach tour of Paris covering the Champs-Elysees, the Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde, the Louvre exterior, Notre Dame.
Day 3: Free day or Versailles excursion
A free day in Paris. Optional excursions include a half-day at the Palace of Versailles, a Disneyland day trip.
Day 4: Free day in Paris
A second free day to revisit favourite spots, shop at Galeries Lafayette or Champs-Elysees, or explore Montmartre and the Sacre Coeur on your own.
Day 5: Train to Olten
After breakfast and check out, transfer to Paris Gare de Lyon for the TGV Lyria high-speed train to Basel and onwards to Olten.
Day 6: Mt Titlis day excursion
Drive south through the Swiss countryside to Engelberg. Ride a series of cable cars ending with the rotating Rotair to the 3,020-metre summit of Mt Titlis.
Day 7: Interlaken and Jungfrau region
Day excursion to Interlaken, with optional add-ons up the Jungfraujoch top of Europe or to the lakeside town of Brienz.
Day 8: Lucerne and Mt Pilatus option
Drive to Lucerne and walk the Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument. Free afternoon for the lakeside promenade, the Bourbaki Panorama.
Day 9: Depart Zurich
After breakfast and check out, transfer to Zurich airport for your return flight home. The drive takes about an hour. Trip ends on arrival at the airport.
Hotels in the Pran Pratishtha Special — Paris & Swiss package
- Paris (3 to 4-star): Campanile Roissy or similar, Mercure Paris Velizy or similar
- Olten (3 to 4-star): Arte Hotel Olten or similar, Hotel Olten or similar
What's included in the Pran Pratishtha Special — Paris & Swiss package
- Schengen visa fee, processing, and documentation support
- TGV Lyria train from Paris to Olten in standard class
- All ground transfers and excursions by air-conditioned coach
- 4 nights 3 to 4-star hotel in Paris suburbs
- 4 nights 3 to 4-star hotel in or near Olten
- Daily breakfast and dinners at Indian restaurants
- English-speaking tour manager throughout
- Mt Titlis cable car return ticket
- Excursions to Interlaken and Lucerne with photo stops
- Guided Paris city tour and Seine river cruise
- All applicable taxes and tips for drivers and guides
What's not included
- International return flights to Paris and from Zurich
- Airport transfers in your home city
- Travel and medical insurance
- Lunches and meals not listed
- Optional excursions such as Jungfraujoch, Pilatus, Versailles, Disneyland, and Eiffel lift
- Personal expenses, tips beyond drivers and guides, laundry, and phone calls
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
Frequently asked questions
Do Indian passport holders need a visa?
Yes. A Schengen visa is required and is included in the package fee. We will share the document checklist and book your VFS appointment after the booking is confirmed. Apply at least 30 days before departure.
Why are international flights not included?
This is a land-only package designed for travellers who want flexibility on flight choice, frequent flyer miles, or mixed-city flying. We can quote flights separately at cost on request.
What is the weather like in September?
Early autumn with daytime temperatures of 15 to 22 degrees in both Paris and Olten. Mt Titlis is below zero year-round. Pack a heavy jacket for the snow day and a light woollen layer for the evenings.
Are vegetarian and Jain meals available?
Yes. All dinners are at Indian restaurants and most offer Jain options on prior request. Hotel breakfasts have vegetarian items though they are continental in style.
How fit do I need to be?
Moderate. Expect 4 to 6 kilometres of walking per day on cobbled streets, short climbs at attractions, and snow at altitude on the Titlis day. Anti-skid grips on your shoes help at the summit.
What should I pack?
Layered clothing, a heavy jacket and gloves for Mt Titlis, a compact umbrella, comfortable walking shoes already broken in, a power adapter for European sockets, and any personal medication in original packaging.
Can I extend the trip on my own?
Yes. Common add-ons include Lucerne, Bruges, or a London leg via Eurostar. Speak to our consultant at the time of booking.
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