Country Roads of Switzerland Tour with 174 Reviews by Insight Vacations

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Age Requirement

5 - 99 yrs

Operated In

English

Physical Rating

Easy

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Ends

Zurich, Switzerland

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: Your exploration with a local historian through Switzerland's capital includes seeing the floral displays, Cathedral of St. Vincent, Federal Palace, clock tower and Ogre Fountain.

Gruyères: Travel along valley floors covered with rich meadowland, to the pretty town of Gruyeres. Your Travel Director leads an orientation tour where you will see the main street and 13th-century castle.

Montreux: At the foot of the Alps this town boasts one of the most beautiful walks along Lake Geneva, join your Travel Director for an orientation before there is free time to explore.

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.

Day 1Welcome to Lucerne

Day 2Ascend the summit of Mount Stanserhorn

Day 3Bern, Gruyres and Montreux

Day 4Lake Geneva and the Swiss Countryside

Day 5Geneva and Scenic Lake Cruise Relaxed Start

Day 6Martigny, Sion and Zermatt Relaxed Start

Day 7Zermatt at Leisure Relaxed Start

Day 8The Italian Lake District to Lugano

Day 9The Glamour and Glitz of St. Moritz

Day 10Leisure Time in St. Moritz Relaxed Start

Day 11The Glacier Express

Day 12Grindelwald at Leisure Relaxed Start

Day 13Rural Switzerland to Zrich

Day 14Depart Zrich

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Accommodation

Astoria Lucerne HotelEden Palace Au Lac, Montreux HotelResort Alex, Zermatt HotelDe La Paix, Lugano HotelCrystal, St. Moritz, Steffani, St. Moritz HotelSunstar Grindelwald HotelHyatt Regency Zurich 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.

Others

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.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.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 7 & 15: Affordable and Clean Energy & 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. This experience advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Production and Consumption.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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