Beautiful Switzerland

Switzerland is often regarded as one of the most beautiful countries in the world due to its stunning landscapes, charming cities, and rich cultural heritage.
Trip highlights
Get to know the best Switzerland has to offer with our fully escorted tour. Stops will include cosmopolitan Zurich and Lausanne, charming villages such as Werdenberg, where we can immerse ourselves in its eye-catching medieval architecture, and Zermatt, home to the iconic Matterhorn enclave, before visiting one of the country's most famous chocolate factories. Visiting Zurich, Lucerne, Montreux, Bellinzona, Bern, Interlaken, Lugano, Vaduz, Zermatt

Land only price - $2,700 pp double room

• Single supplement $1,200
• land + flight $3,999/person based in double room.

Itinerary
LX 19 10SEP EWR ZRH 2150 1135+1
LX 18 18SEP ZRH EWR 1720 2010

Deposits are $350 pp

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1st Day: Zurich
Touch down in Zurich, famous for being the global center of finance, on the north shore of the beautiful lake with the same name. Included transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to enjoy at your leisure. Why not walk around the historic old town and enjoy a warm beverage in one of the many cafes, or enjoy an international array of gastronomic offerings from restaurants across the city? Overnight stay in Zurich.
2nd Day: Zurich - Vaduz - Lugano - Ticino
After enjoying Breakfast at the hotel, we will meet our English-speaking guide at the lobby of our hotel to begin the tour. We will go to Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein, for a tour of the city center, where we will see Vaduz Castle —this is where the Prince of Liechtenstein resides today!

Our next stop will be in Werdenberg, known as Switzerland's smallest city, which also happens to have the country's oldest wooden houses. From here, we will be stopping by Lugano, in the Canton of Ticino, to take part in a brief walking tour of this charming town known for its abundance of parks, flowers, villas, and sacred buildings.
Finally, arrive at our hotel located in the Italian-speaking Canton of Ticino and enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure. Overnight stay in the Canton of Ticino.
3rd Day: Ticino - Lugano - Bellinzona - Zermatt
Breakfast at the hotel. We will make our way to Bellinzona, where we will briefly tour the city's main attractions before visiting the courtyard of the emblematic Castelgrande. We will have some leisurely time to enjoy the city center before heading to Tasch to board a shuttle train to the car-free resort, Zermatt, home to the impressive Matterhorn, one of the highest summits in all of Europe. Zermatt is a famous mountain village that attracts thousands of tourists every year thanks to its idyllic landscapes and world-renowned ski resorts. Overnight stay in Zermatt.
4th Day: Zermatt - Montreux - Lausanne
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the first half of the day at leisure, exploring Zermatt and relishing the alpine views of the Swiss Alps in all their beauty at your own pace. We will then board a shuttle train back to Tasch to head over to Veytaux.

Upon arrival, we will quickly pause at Chillon Castle, an island castle located on Lake Geneva, for a picture stop. The next point in our journey will be scenic Montreux, known as a cultural hub of the country thanks to its world-famous annual jazz festival.
Lastly, we will make our way to Lausanne, where we will enjoy the rest of the evening getting to know your surroundings. Overnight stay in Lausanne.
5th Day: Lausanne - Bern
Breakfast at the hotel. Our day begins with a brief tour around Lausanne to admire the city's most iconic sights. From here, we will be heading to the Maison Cailler chocolate factory located in the charming city of Broc; a sweet adventure awaits you!
We will be exploring the story of Maison Cailler's chocolate through a series of interactive, multi-sensory experiences and even uncover a few secrets along the way! Tour their unique museum for about an hour and learn about the history of chocolate, from Aztec cocoa ceremonies to today's innovations.

Afterwards, we will head to Bern. Once there, we will take part in a city tour of the capital of Switzerland, where you will stop by the city's most emblematic sites. Overnight stay in Bern.
6th Day: Bern
Breakfast at the hotel. Your entire day will be spent as you see fit. Why not take this time for some shopping or exploring the picturesque scenery of Bern? Stroll through the charming UNESCO-listed Old Town, visit the iconic Zytglogge clock tower, or enjoy panoramic views from the Rose Garden. We also recommend joining our optional excursion to Mürren, Schilthorn, and Interlaken*. Overnight stay in Bern.

*Schilthorn & Mürren, a 007 Alpine Adventure: Explore Mürren, a charming alpine village, before heading up to the famous Schilthorn, filming site of the 1969 James Bond movie "On Her Majesty's Secret Service." At the summit, enjoy a meal while admiring stunning mountain views. End with a thrilling descent on one of the world's steepest aerial tramways and some free time in scenic Interlaken.
7th Day: Bern- Lucerne - Zurich
Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the day exploring Lucerne, where we will get to discover the colorful city's old town and medieval architecture. Take part in a stunning one-hour boat cruise along Lake Lucerne and enjoy the spectacular views of this quaint city from a completely unique perspective.
From here, we will enjoy lunch at leisure in the city center. Our last stop of the trip will be Zurich. Get to know the country's economic hub in a city tour where we will stop by its most emblematic sites and then enjoy the rest of your remaining hours at leisure. Overnight in Zurich.
8th day: Zurich - Home
Breakfast at the hotel. Bid farewell to the charming culture and unforgettable landscapes of Switzerland. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for your return flight home.

Local accommodation taxes are not included and must be paid directly to the hotel. This is between $2-$5 pp per night.