Morning flight from London Heathrow to Basel. Transfer by private coach to Goetheanum, the huge and otherworldly concrete structure designed by Rudolf Steiner in 1923 as a centre for his philosophy of Anthroposophy, which combines spirituality and science. Continue to Arlesheimer Cathedral for a brief visit before checking in to our hotel in Basel. Enjoy an evening meal together.
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A day to explore Basel on foot and admire the handsome architecture of the Old Town. Our morning is spent in the Kunstmuseum, where we will pay particular attention to works of the German Renaissance, including the museum’s comprehensive Holbein collection. After an independent lunch at the museum, we wander on to the striking red sandstone minster, built in c. 1200 and housing the tomb of Erasmus of Rotterdam. Some free time to continue your own exploration of Basel.
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Morning spent in the Kunstmuseum Bern, covering Modeiaeval to Romantic, and Modern to Contemorary. Coach transfer to the Zentrum Paul Klee museum where we shall first enjoy a group lunch at the Schöngrün restaurant set in the villa on the estate combining art, nature, agriculture, tradition and cuisine. The museum contains the largest collection of Paul Klee works in the world. After a short walk around UNESCO designated historic Bern, coach return to Basel.
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We check out of our hotel after breakfast and travel by coach to Zürich to explore the Kunsthaus, Switzerland's largest art museum, Boasting Zürich's largest collection of modern art, it also includes significant works by Picasso, Monet and Chagall. After an included lunch in the Kunsthaus restaurant, there is time for a stroll around Zürich, before heading to the airport for our return flight to London.
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Please note that it is necessary to have a good level of
fitness as there will be at times extensive walking and inevitably some long
periods of standing.
The modern Hotel Basel is located in the heart of beautiful Basel’s old city, and is surrounded by fine historic buildings, sitting just above Market Square (Marktplatz) and the town hall (Rathaus). The central location in the pedestrian area allows guests to enjoy Basel’s sightseeing attractions or do some leisurely window-shopping on foot. Guests can dine on market fresh cuisine in the Brasserie restaurant and enjoy a relaxing drink in the Sperber Bar. In summer the Boulevard terrace is the perfect place to watch the world go by.
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