Glorious Switzerland Tour with 123 Reviews by Insight Vacations

8 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.

Starts

Geneva, Switzerland

Ends

Zurich, Switzerland

Highlights

Geneva: Discover the Jet d'Eau and the Floral Clock with your Travel Director.

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.

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: Your Travel Director will lead you on an orientation of this picturesque village, high in the mountains.

Lugano: Explore this Italian-speaking Swiss city by the sparkling lake with your Travel Director.

St Moritz: See the spa quarter and glacial lake of this charming alpine resort.

Glacier Express: 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.

Vaduz: Admire the Royal family's residence, Vaduz Castle, which overlooks the capital and is surrounded by year-round snow-peaked mountains.

Lucerne: See the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge.

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.

St Moritz: See the spa quarter and glacial lake of this charming alpine resort.

Vaduz: Admire the Royal family's residence, Vaduz Castle, which overlooks the capital and is surrounded by year-round snow-peaked mountains.

Lucerne: See the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge.

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.

Itinerary

A journey through Switzerland is a celebration of indulgence and natural splendor—"Glorious Switzerland" is your ticket to experience it all. Over eight days, this guided group tour takes you from Geneva to Zurich, with stops in Zermatt, Lucerne, and beyond. Designed for experienced travelers and seniors, as well as families, the itinerary balances cultural highlights with scenic relaxation.

Dip strawberries in Swiss chocolate by Lake Geneva, breathe fresh mountain air in the car-free paradise of Zermatt, and explore the stylish surrounds of St. Moritz. In Lucerne, choose between a guided walk with a Swiss Ranger or a tranquil stroll through Marmott Park. The finale—a celebration dinner overlooking Lake Lucerne—sends you home with memories of stunning vistas and heartfelt hospitality.

With accommodations, meals, and seamless transport included, this tour package stands out for its blend of luxury, relaxation, and hands-on experiences. It’s the perfect way to see Switzerland in style, whether you’re traveling with loved ones or new friends.

day 1 - Geneva, City of Gardens

Prepare yourself for the majesty of Switzerland's snow-capped mountains, glaciers, sparkling lakes, flower-filled meadows and rich, green valleys. Meet your Travel Director and travel companions for a short stroll to your dinner. The evening is full of Swiss delight, as you enjoy the cosy decor while being served typical Swiss specialities including cheese fondue.

Meals:Dinner

Location Visited:Geneva

Accommodation:Royal, Geneva

day 2 - Montreux, Chillon and the Matterhorn Village of Zermatt

Start your day with highlights of Geneva, the City of Gardens. See the Jet dEau and Floral Clock. Then relax and enjoy the enchanting scenery as you continue to the charming town of Montreux. Situated at the foot of the Alps and boasting beautiful lakeside walks, enjoy free time to explore this pretty town. On the western bay of Lake Geneva, join your host at Chillon Castle for a special tour of the former home to the Dukes of Savoy, immortalised by Lord Byron's 'Prisoner of Chillon'. Keep a lookout for where the writer is rumoured to have left his mark. Continue through the Rhone Valley, where high summer temperatures support vines and other fruits. The final stage of your journey is by cogwheel train to the traffic-free Alpine resort of Zermatt. During your orientation with your Travel Director, feast your eyes on the distinctive triangular silhouette of the Matterhorn. At night, enjoy a stroll in the fresh mountain air to your chosen restaurant for your Dine-Around evening.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:Geneva, Montreux, Chillon Castle, Zermatt

Accommodation:Hemizeus & Iremia Spa, Zermatt

day 3 - Free Time in Zermatt Relaxed Start

Zermatt in the summertime offers many leisure possibilities: try swimming, hiking, or spend a whole day relaxing in the fresh Alpine surroundings. Perhaps take an optional ride on Europes highest cable car to the snow-capped Klein Matterhorn for a magnificent panorama of the highest peaks in Switzerland, Italy and France?

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Zermatt

Accommodation:Hemizeus & Iremia Spa, Zermatt

day 4 - Elegant Lugano Relaxed Start

Descend to Tsch and rejoin the coach. Follow in Napoleon's footsteps as you ascend the Simplon Pass, taking in magnificent views over the Alps from the 2,000 m (6,562 ft) summit. Continue along the gentle shores of Lake Maggiore. Perhaps take a delightful boat trip to see the stunning Isola Bella?

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Zermatt, Lake Maggiore, Lugano

Accommodation:De La Paix, Lugano

day 5 - Grison Alps to Chic St. Moritz

Head north into the high mountain country of the Grison Alps today. Ascend the San Bernardino and Julier Passes to arrive in the sparkling Engadine Valley, known for its invigorating climate characterised by clear skies and its high-altitude location in the Alps. Upon arrival in the cosmopolitan resort of St. Moritz, your Travel Director will provide a brief orientation, showcasing the spa quarter and the brilliantly sparkling glacial lake. Afterwards, you'll have time to explore further on your own or perhaps embark on a train journey over the Bernina Pass.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:Lugano, Saint Moritz

Accommodation:Steffani, St. Moritz

day 6 - Scenic Train Ride, Liechtenstein and Lucerne

Start the day with a scenic train ride along part of the route of the Glacier Express, through unforgettable scenes of ice-capped mountains, stone-built villages and lush meadows. At Chur, reboard your coach and travel along the valley of the Upper Rhine to spend some time in Vaduz, the tiny capital of the Principality of Liechtenstein, where you explore the area around the castle. Continue to Lucerne alongside the dramatic Walensee and Lake Zrich. On arrival, see the sorrowful sculpture of the wounded lion, commemorating the brave Swiss Guards who died defending King Louis XVI during the French Revolution. Your Travel Director will also show you the Jesuit Church and the Chapel Bridge.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Saint Moritz, Vaduz, Lucerne

Accommodation:Astoria Lucerne

day 7 - The Summit of Mount Stanserhorn Relaxed Start

Commence the day with a morning stroll along lakeside promenades or shopping for fine watches while enjoying the scenery. Explore Mount Stanserhorn on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience, as an open-top cable car powered by solar panels takes you up 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. Celebrate new friends and enjoy dinner in a restaurant at the foot of Mount Stanserhorn.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Location Visited:Lucerne, Stanserhorn, Lucerne

Accommodation:Astoria Lucerne

day 8 - Leave Lucerne for Zrich

In the morning, your adventures through Switzerland come to an end.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Lucerne, Zürich

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Accommodation

Royal, Geneva HotelHemizeus & Iremia Spa, Zermatt HotelDe La Paix, Lugano HotelSteffani, St. Moritz HotelAstoria Lucerne 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 (x4)Breakfast (x7)Geneva: What better way to start your Swiss journey than with a typical meal including cheese fondue.Lucerne: Toast to new friends and Swiss adventures during your dinner in a restaurant at the foot of Mount Stanserhorn.

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.

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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.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.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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