Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Zurich, Switzerland
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Zurich, Switzerland
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Highlights
Bourg-en-Lavaux: Enjoy Swiss hospitality with a vineyard owner and savour the flavours of local wines, cheeses and breads, all set against the enchanting views of the Lake Geneva.
Brienz: Explore the Swiss Woodcarving Museum in Brienz and discover the artistry that defines this Alpine village. View intricate sculptures, traditional tools and works by local craftsmen. Exhibits trace the evolution of woodcarving in the region, offering insight into a centuries-old craft that remains a proud part of Switzerland’s cultural identity.
Zürich: During an orientation, your Travel Director will show you some of the highlights of this beautiful lakeside city.
Bern: Explore Switzerland's capital and see the Cathedral of St. Vincent, clock tower and Ogre Fountain.
Chillon Castle: The beautiful fortress of Chillon Castle, set on a rocky islet on Lake Geneva, is widely regarded as one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Europe. Following his walk through the dungeons in 1816, Lord Byron wrote the poem 'The Prisoner of Chillon'. Look out for his name, which he carved into a pillar.
Bernina Express: Ride the UNESCO-listed Rhaetian Railway from St. Moritz to Poschiavo. This engineering marvel climbs through the Swiss Alps, crossing viaducts and skirting the glaciers of Piz Bernina for one of Europe’s most scenic train journeys.
Lucerne: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the Lion Monument, Old Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe.
Zürich: Join Diana and her team of socially engaged local guides, for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER experience. Uncover the old town of Zürich during a fun and educational walking tour with the wonderful organisation who are raising awareness on social issues such as food insecurity and supporting local change makers and the community. This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 10: Reduced Inequalities.
Discover Zürich, Bern, Zermatt, Stresa, Interlaken and Lucerne
Visit Chillon Castle and Brienz Woodcarving Museum
View the Matterhorn and Jungfrau mountains (weather permitting), Lake Maggiore and Lake Como, the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne
Scenic Train Ride from St. Moritz to Poschiavo by UNESCO-listed Rhaetian Railway
Bernina Express: Ride the UNESCO-listed Rhaetian Railway from St. Moritz to Poschiavo. This engineering marvel climbs through the Swiss Alps, crossing viaducts and skirting the glaciers of Piz Bernina for one of Europe’s most scenic train journeys.
Lucerne: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the Lion Monument, Old Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe.
Zürich: Join Diana and her team of socially engaged local guides, for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER experience. Uncover the old town of Zürich during a fun and educational walking tour with the wonderful organisation who are raising awareness on social issues such as food insecurity and supporting local change makers and the community. This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 10: Reduced Inequalities.
Discover Zürich, Bern, Zermatt, Stresa, Interlaken and Lucerne
Visit Chillon Castle and Brienz Woodcarving Museum
View the Matterhorn and Jungfrau mountains (weather permitting), Lake Maggiore and Lake Como, the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne
Scenic Train Ride from St. Moritz to Poschiavo by UNESCO-listed Rhaetian Railway
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Meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Luxury airconditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Itinerary
Swiss sophistication meets Italian flair on the Best of Switzerland tour, a journey spanning Zurich, Lucerne, Baveno, and more over 9 memorable days. Experience the best of Switzerland’s lakes, mountains, and charming towns, complemented by a side trip into Italy’s enchanting Lake District. Savor local wines on Lake Geneva, explore Chillon Castle, and enjoy a masterclass in Swiss wood carving in Brienz. The tour includes all accommodations, transport, meals, and guided excursions, making it perfect for travelers seeking both cultural depth and scenic beauty. What sets this trip apart? Its seamless blend of Swiss and Italian gems, offering an irresistibly diverse European experience.
day 1 - Welcome to Zrich
Zrich is your springboard to a spectacular journey through Switzerland. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience for a social-impact guided walking tour. This evening, attend a dinner to launch your Swiss experience.
Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:Zürich
Accommodation:Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle
day 2 - Journey to Lake Geneva
We leave the bright lights of Zrich behind and stop in Bern with its Old Town, admiring its medieval streets, ornate fountains and arcaded walkways. Journeying to Lake Geneva, we arrive in the resort town of Montreux, set against the pristine backdrop of snow-covered peaks and vineyards. After lunch, consider joining an Optional Experience to cruise Lake Geneva, including a visit to the Charlie Chaplin museum in his former estate, Manoir de Ban.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Zürich, Bern, Montreux
Accommodation:Mona Montreux
day 3 - Onwards to Chillon Castle and Zermatt Connect with Locals
This morning, we visit Chillon Castle, immortalised by Lord Byron's 'Prisoner of Chillon'. For nearly four centuries, this water fortress was the residence of the Counts of Savoy and an important stop for traders. Our next stop is the Lavaux region, a charming wine village above Lake Geneva, where we'll Connect With Locals over lunch at our Be My Guest experience. Continue your journey to the resort town of Zermatt, set against the backdrop of the snow-capped Matterhorn.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Location Visited:Montreux, Zermatt
Accommodation:Mirabeau
day 4 - Zermatt Your Way
Spend a full free day soaking up Zermatt's crisp mountain air and panoramic vistas. Relax in beautiful surroundings or consider an Optional Experience to the Klein Matterhorn for the most spectacular mountain views.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Zermatt
Accommodation:Mirabeau
day 5 - Venture to Lake Maggiore and On to Locarno
Leave the alpine charm of Zermatt and journey to the shores of Lake Maggiore. Take a lunch break by the water, soaking up the Italian elegance of this spot. You might choose to join an Optional Experience by private launch to Isola Bella, where a Local Specialist will guide you through the grand Baroque palace and its tiered gardens, once a playground for aristocrats. Continue on to Locarno in Switzerland's Italian-speaking region, known for its lakefront promenade.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Zermatt, Lake Maggiore, Locarno
Accommodation:Hampton by Hilton Locarno
day 6 - Off to Alpine St. Moritz
Leave Locarno behind and travel deep into the Swiss Alps, arriving in St. Moritz with time to explore. You might stroll along the lakefront, browse the shops in the town centre or simply take in the mountain views from a local cafe. For something different, there's the Optional Experience to Roseg Valley by horse and carriage. Later, board the Rhaetian Railways and travel the UNESCO-listed route past the glaciers of Piz Bernina towards Poschiavo. Return to St. Moritz where a relaxed group dinner rounds off the day.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Locarno, Saint Moritz, Poschiavo, Saint Moritz
Accommodation:Reine Victoria
day 7 - Journey to Lakeside Lucerne
Journeying through lush green landscapes, past Lake Zrich, we arrive in lakeside Lucerne. Pay tribute to the brave Swiss Guards, who lost their lives defending King Louis XVI at the Lion Monument, and admire the iconic wooden Chapel Bridge before strolling past the city's colourful facades. Consider joining a cruise on the tranquil lake waters and then ride the world's first double deck 'CabriO' cable car to the top of Mount Stanserhorn.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Saint Moritz, Lucerne
Accommodation:Grand Europe Lucerne
day 8 - Admire Scenic Brienz and Interlaken Dive Into Culture
We travel to Interlaken at the heart of Switzerland, which lies in the shadow of the Jungfrau Mountain. Stopping in the village of Brienz en route, we'll Dive Into Culture and gain insights into the centuries-old tradition of wood carving for which this village is so famous. Spend some time on your own and enjoy superb views of the peaks of the Bernese Oberland. This evening, we enjoy dinner with our fellow travellers and Travel Director toasting the highlights of Switzerland we've enjoyed along the way.
As our journey through the Best of Switzerland comes to an end, we bid our newfound friends a fond farewell.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Lucerne, Zürich
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Every town and city was great. The history was fabulous. It was a great experience.
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Great itinerary! However, I would have rather had a longer boat ride on Lake Geneva and/or more free time in Montreux. The Chaplin tour and short boat ride was disappointing. The Swiss dinner in Zermatt was lower quality and overpriced compared to other dinners on the tour. Enjoyed the rest of the tour.
was a superb tour director. Very knowledgeable, managed the schedule in consideration of weather and crowd control.
