9 Days. 4N MONACO 5* BO | GENEVA 5* BO

About the destination: Monaco conjures up images of luxury and glamour. This tiny country – the second smallest in the world, in fact – has a big personality. Its prime spot on the French Riviera makes it a real jewel of a city. The oldest part of Monaco is known as the Rock. Here you’ll find the National Council, the parliament of the Principality of Monaco, and the Prince’s Palace. The Palace is a major tourist draw, even if from the outside there’s little to suggest it’s home to the Royal Family. Its true value lies inside, where magnificent rooms are filled with an impressive collection of art. Aim to arrive at 11:55am for the daily changing of the guard. The most celebrated part of the city is Monte Carlo, with its majestic Casino. Monte Carlo oozes privilege and opulence, its streets thronged with celebrities and the super‑rich, all flaunting a hedonistic lifestyle. Gardens, fountains and contemporary sculptures line the streets and squares. If you’re looking to soak up some Monaco glitz, time your visit for one of the big annual events such as the Tennis Masters Series in April or the Formula 1 Grand Prix in May. Away from the glamour, there’s La Condamine, the second‑oldest district in Monaco, with a simple, understated charm. Here you can enjoy scenic walks, pretty coastal bays and relaxed al fresco cafés. Monaco is chic and beautiful, packed with ultra‑luxury resorts, blessed with great weather and even better food. If you do make the trip, it’s unlikely you’ll leave disappointed – everything here is designed to delight.

About the destination: The city of Geneva has a population of 200,000 inhabitants and is one of the largest in Switzerland, it's the capital of the canton and is located on Lac Leman, also known as Lake Geneva, it's divided by the Rhône River, which emerges from the lake. It's a lovely and charming city with numerous bridges. The Gothic Cathédrale de St-Pierre towers over the vieille ville, Geneva’s old section of narrow, winding streets and homes adorned with flowers. Climb the north tower for a spectacular view of the old town. Most of the city’s museums are in the vieille ville. The Musée d’Art et d’Histoire prides itself on its eclecticisms. Exhibits range from ancient Greek vases to Dadaism art. The Petit Palais houses a wonderful collection of modern art in an intimate 19th century palace. Geneva’s lakefront is beautiful. The audacious Jet d’Eau is one of the world’s tallest fountains. Don’t miss the well-kept Jardin Anglais with its famous Horloge Fleurie, a large clock adorned with flowers, erected in homage to Geneva’s clock industry. Geneva remains the international city it has been for centuries, epitomizing the Swiss neutrality which has welcomed such diverse visitors as Lenin and Borges. Today, diplomats and the executives of countless corporations fill Geneva’s offices, though seldom its spotless streets. Sedate and picturesque, Geneva is the most pleasant city in Switzerland.