Day 9: Lovely Lucerne

We had a lovely tour this morning around Lucerne. Saw the Lion Monument, in memoriam to the Swiss killed in the French massacre.  We strolled thru the new & old town, along the river, and across the beautiful wooden bridge covered in flowers. The weather is definitely warmer - the heat wave is coming!
Had some free time for lunch to do some exploring, shopping, and eat the local cuisine.
After lunch we took a boat to Stanstead across Lake Lucerne.  It was a beautiful day for a boat ride. In Stanstead, we took a wooden train and a double decker funicular up to the top of the mountain for some breathtaking views!! It felt like we were on top of the world!!
We have all really enjoyed Switzerland and our little town of Andermatt with its beautiful hills, cows,  babbling brook, and cooler temps. Pretty sure we'd all vote to stay here a few more days, but alas we must head south. Today is our midway point, and we have a week to go!!
Bring on Italy!