In April, it is not a cold as we thought that it would be, coming from Canada. So bring short sleeved shirts. Of course you need warmer clothing for going to the top of the mountains. The food is great! Spend the extra money and do all the excursions, you won’t regret it. The Charlie Chaplin excursion was fantastic and so was the supper/ Swiss Band in Lucern.
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Itinerary
Traverse Switzerland’s breathtaking landscapes with the 'Country Roads of Switzerland' tour package—a 14-day journey beginning and ending in Zurich. From the medieval charm of Lucerne and the panoramic summit of Mount Stanserhorn to the scenic Glacier Express and the idyllic alpine village of Grindelwald, this trip showcases the country’s natural wonders. Enjoy mountain railway rides in St. Moritz and a memorable farm-to-table dinner featuring fresh Swiss cheese. Guided by local experts, this cultural adventure is perfect for travelers who appreciate both comfort and discovery, with the standout feature being the unforgettable Glacier Express journey through the heart of the Swiss Alps.
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Highlights
Stanserhorn: Journey to the top of Mount Stanserhorn on a panoramic, open-top cable car powered by solar energy, and enjoy spectacular views from the summit.
Lucerne: See the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge.
Bern: Discover Switzerland’s charming capital with a local historian, uncovering the stories behind its colourful floral displays, the Gothic Cathedral of St. Vincent, the grand Federal Palace, the medieval clock tower and the curious Ogre Fountain.
Gruyères: Travel along valley floors covered with rich meadowland, to the pretty town of Gruyeres. Your Travel Director will lead the way with an orientation tour where you’ll see the main street and 13th-century castle.
Montreux: Set on the shores of Lake Geneva at the foot of the Alps, Montreux offers one of Switzerland’s most scenic lakeside promenades. Join your Travel Director for an orientation before enjoying free time to explore this elegant resort town.
Geneva: Join your Travel Director to see Geneva’s iconic Jet d’Eau and the colourful Floral Clock, set within the city’s lakeside gardens.
Lake Geneva: Enjoy first-class seats as you cruise on the serene waters of the King of Lakes, inspiration to the early Romantic movement.
Martigny: Uncover Martigny’s ancient past as you view the remarkably preserved Roman amphitheatre during your orientation of this historic town.
Sion: Join your Travel Director to explore the twin fortress-churches that crown the town, along with the cathedral and Old Town Hall in Sion’s medieval hear.
Zermatt: Ride the shuttle trains of the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway up to the traffic-free Alpine resort. Should weather permit, you may even see the majestic peak of the Matterhorn.
Zermatt: Join your Travel Director for an orientation of this car-free alpine village, where wooden chalets and snow-dusted peaks frame every view.
Lugano: Explore this Italian-speaking Swiss city by the sparkling lake with your Travel Director.
St. Moritz: Take in the elegant spa quarter and the sparkling glacial lake of this chic alpine resort, famed for its high-altitude glamour.
St. Moritz: With your included mountain railways pass, explore St. Moritz by cable car, funicular, chairlift and select public transport options, with crisp alpine air at every turn.
St. Moritz: Travel along the route of the world-famous Glacier Express, through looping tunnels and dizzying viaducts, in the scenic heart of the Swiss Alps, on a regional train fully powered by hydroelectricity.
Lauterbrunnen: Enjoy your orientation of the village that takes its name from 'many fountains,' referring to the 72 waterfalls that are within the surrounding valley.
Staubbach Falls: In Lauterbrunnen’s Valley of the Waterfalls, marvel at Staubbach Falls as they cascade nearly 300 m (984 ft) from a sheer cliff face in a breathtaking display.
Grindelwald: Explore this famous glacier village with your Travel Director. Embedded in a unique Alpine landscape at the foot of the Eiger north face, Grindelwald is one of Switzerland’s most beautiful Alpine towns.
Brienz: Learn the history of woodcarving at the Jobin Swiss Woodcarving Centre.
Zürich: During your orientation of the city, your Travel Director will show you the Grossmünster, Fraumünster and elegant Bahnhofstrasse.
Geneva: Join your Travel Director to see Geneva’s iconic Jet d’Eau and the colourful Floral Clock, set within the city’s lakeside gardens.
Lake Geneva: Enjoy first-class seats as you cruise on the serene waters of the King of Lakes, inspiration to the early Romantic movement.
Martigny: Uncover Martigny’s ancient past as you view the remarkably preserved Roman amphitheatre during your orientation of this historic town.
Sion: Join your Travel Director to explore the twin fortress-churches that crown the town, along with the cathedral and Old Town Hall in Sion’s medieval hear.
Zermatt: Ride the shuttle trains of the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway up to the traffic-free Alpine resort. Should weather permit, you may even see the majestic peak of the Matterhorn.
Zermatt: Join your Travel Director for an orientation of this car-free alpine village, where wooden chalets and snow-dusted peaks frame every view.
Lugano: Explore this Italian-speaking Swiss city by the sparkling lake with your Travel Director.
St. Moritz: Take in the elegant spa quarter and the sparkling glacial lake of this chic alpine resort, famed for its high-altitude glamour.
St. Moritz: With your included mountain railways pass, explore St. Moritz by cable car, funicular, chairlift and select public transport options, with crisp alpine air at every turn.
St. Moritz: Travel along the route of the world-famous Glacier Express, through looping tunnels and dizzying viaducts, in the scenic heart of the Swiss Alps, on a regional train fully powered by hydroelectricity.
Lauterbrunnen: Enjoy your orientation of the village that takes its name from 'many fountains,' referring to the 72 waterfalls that are within the surrounding valley.
Staubbach Falls: In Lauterbrunnen’s Valley of the Waterfalls, marvel at Staubbach Falls as they cascade nearly 300 m (984 ft) from a sheer cliff face in a breathtaking display.
Grindelwald: Explore this famous glacier village with your Travel Director. Embedded in a unique Alpine landscape at the foot of the Eiger north face, Grindelwald is one of Switzerland’s most beautiful Alpine towns.
Brienz: Learn the history of woodcarving at the Jobin Swiss Woodcarving Centre.
Zürich: During your orientation of the city, your Travel Director will show you the Grossmünster, Fraumünster and elegant Bahnhofstrasse.
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14 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Zurich, Switzerland
Zurich, Switzerland
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Accommodation
Astoria Lucerne HotelEden Palace Au Lac, Montreux HotelResort Alex, Zermatt HotelDe La Paix, Lugano HotelCrystal, St. Moritz HotelSunstar Grindelwald HotelHyatt Regency Zürich Airport HotelHotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Meals
Dinner (x5)Breakfast (x13)Lucerne: Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for your dinner served with wine.Zürich: Raise your glass and enjoy a delicious dinner featuring Swiss classics at a local restaurant.
Transport
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Guide
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
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Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Zermatt: Choose between fine local restaurants for your Dine-Around evening.Stanserhorn: Journey to the top of Mount Stanserhorn on a panoramic, open-top cable car powered by solar energy, and enjoy spectacular views from the summit. Walk along beautiful scenic pathways, keeping an eye out for marmots and other native animals, with the chance to hear a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger, to learn about local wildlife and flora. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 15: Life on Land.Lake Geneva: Visit a family-run winery overlooking Lake Geneva. Enjoy a tasting and learn how the family is preserving the estate for future generations. Savour delicious farm-to-table fare, made from locally sourced produce. Alongside using sustainable agricultural practices, they source majority of their good locally. They have strict procedures about waste reduction and any waste from the production is being re-used as fertilizer or food for their animals. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.Lake Geneva: Visit Chillon Castle with the Head of Collections to discover the artefacts, treasures and history of the chateau.Bellinzona: Explore the stunning town of Bellinzona with your Local Expert. Julie will passionately share with you her insights into the three marvellous castles, and her personal stories about how she fell in love with this city and decided to move to the area.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good
Itinerary was good.
Tour Managers spotify playlist blasting through the coach speakers was ruined the enjoyment of the tour.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
It was a wonderful itinerary but with the ride on the Glacier Express should be cut in half. Five hours was a very long time, especially after riding on the train through the Bernina Pass. The train on the Bernina Pass was roomier, with open windows, and about 2-2.5 hours.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
The itinerary provides an excellent overview of the country. I am glad we visited all four official language regions. At first glance I thought that the Lake Geneva region may have been over-emphasized, but, in handsight, I had greatly underestimated the scenic and cultural interest of the region. I really enjoyed this region, especially Montreux and Lousanne.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
3.0 | Average
The heat really had a negative impact on our trip. Therefore, I feel our guide should have maybe been given alternative excursions that would have been more appropriate for the group. Rather than, we went to a city, were taken to a spot she was contracted to take us to, then set free in a strange place in 96 degree temperatures to fend for ourselves for 2-3 hours. Total waste of time and money. Not impressed with the fondue dinner or risotto dinner at all. Our luggage was damaged (cracked on one side) by one of the transport companies.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Country Roads of Switzerland gives you the opportunity to explore many sites in Switzerland from the bigger cities like Zurich and Lucerne to the smaller mountain towns of Zermatt and Grindlewald. Being a first-time traveler to Switzerland, it was a good introduction to all the Country has to offer.
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