Spend the day in the heart of Switzerland amid the dramatic peaks of Engelberg, a renowned summer and winter resort. You can also get a taste of the regional culture in the picturesque town of Lucerne, with its stunning alpine vistas and shimmering, serene Lake Lucerne by its side.

You start your tour in Zurich and head to one of the world's top ski areas in the tranquil town of Engelberg. Once you're dropped off, your day's itinerary is up to you. Observe one of the world's biggest vertical drops - 6,500 feet (2,000 m) from the top of Mount Titlis' lifts to town. Its cable cars also operate in the summer, when you can head up for hiking and cycling adventures.

Be sure to check out the Baroque-style Benedictine monastery dominating the center of town. Here you can find the country's largest pipe organ, which grandly stands out in its spectacular interior. Wind up your time in Engelberg by walking among Belle Époque hotels and old chapels, with plenty of time to try the local favorite: Swiss mac and cheese (Aelplermakkaroni)

Your next stop - Lucerne, typifies the Swiss towns, sitting charmingly on the cobalt Lake Lucerne amid the snow-capped mountains. Stroll across Chapel Bridge, one of the oldest covered wooden bridges in Europe. Then traipse through the Old Town or Altstadt and see the colorful houses - some bearing enchanting frescoes and perhaps have another light meal before boarding your coach back to Zurich.