The Lakes and Mountains of Italy and Switzerland
Dates: June 14-22, 2025
Trip Details
Immerse yourself in the rich beauty of northern Italy and southern Switzerland. Revel in some of Europe’s most scenic vistas on this journey combining Italy’s glorious Lakes District and the beautiful Swiss Alps while we soak up the stunning scenery and natural landscapes of the region.
Staff Host: Andrea Hodgman
Andrea Hodgman is the director of alumni travel for the NIU Foundation. She is responsible for selecting and fulfilling alumni travel trips, which boost engagement and affinity.
Details...
Currently, there is a waiting list for this trip. If you would like to be added to the list, please get in touch with Andrea Hodgman at ahodgman@niu.edu.
Cost:
$5,850 per person, double occupancy.
$6,700 per person, single.
$4,700 land only option.
Deposit: $1,000 per person.
Final payments due: March 15, 2025
Includes round-trip economy airfare from Chicago to Zurich.
Download the trip brochure here.
Click here to download the reservation form.
Ready to make your reservation? Contact Andrea Hodgman ahodgman@niu.edu or mail your information sheet, passport copy and deposit check to NIU Alumni Travel, 231 N. Annie Glidden Road, DeKalb, IL 60115.

Day by Day Itinerary:
• June 14: En route to Zurich
• June 15: Zurich - Cernobbio
• June 16: Lake Como
• June 17: Milan
• June 18: Lake Maggiore
• June 19: Cernobbio - Weggis
• June 20: Lucerne
• June 21: Bernese Oberland
• June 22: Zurich - Chicago
Prepare for your trip with travel insurance. Travel insurance is very important to protect your trip investment. Please review the recorded webinar “Travel Insurance: What You Need to Know for Your Next Trip,” prepared by our partners at USI Insurance Services, for more information on travel insurance.