Escorted Alps and Cities of Switzerland

Touch down in Zurich, famous for being the global center of finance on the north shore of the beautiful lake with the same name. Self-transfer* to your 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.

*Airport transfers are not included. You will have the option to add a transfer from the airport to your hotel for an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.

After enjoying Breakfast at the hotel, meet your English-speaking guide at the lobby of your hotel to begin your tour. Make your way to Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein for a tour of the city centre where you can catch a glimpse of Vaduz Castle from a distance—this is where the Prince of Liechtenstein resides today!

Your 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, you 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 your hotel located in the Italian-speaking Canton of Ticino and enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure. Overnight stay in Canton of Ticino.

Breakfast at the hotel. Make your way to Bellinzona where you will briefly tour the city’s main attractions before visiting the courtyard of the emblematic Castelgrande. You will have some leisurely time to enjoy the city centre before heading to Tasch to board a shuttle train to car-free resort, Zermatt, home to the impressive Matterhorn, one of the highest summits in all of Europe.

Zermatt is a famed mountain village that attracts thousands of tourists every year thanks to its idyllic landscapes and world-renowned ski resorts. You will arrive at your hotel by foot and then enjoy the rest of your evening at your leisure. Overnight stay in Zermatt.

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the first half of the day at your leisure exploring Zermatt and relish the alpine views of the Swiss Alps in all their beauty at your own pace. You 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 your 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 you will enjoy the rest of the evening getting to know your surroundings. Overnight stay in Lausanne.

Breakfast at the hotel. Your day begins with a brief drive around Lausanne to admire the city’s most iconic sights. From here, you will be heading to the Maison Cailler chocolate factory located in the charming city of Broc; a sweet adventure awaits you!

You will be exploring the story of Maison Cailler's chocolate through a series of interactive, multi-sensorial 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.

Continue to the medieval city of Gruyères, famous for its castle, museums and cheese fondue. You can even indulge in the latter by joining our optional raclette and cheese fondue tasting.*

Afterwards, we will head to Bern. Once there, you 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.

*Optional raclette and cheese fondue tasting: An unforgettable and delicious treat at a local restaurant in Gruyères, where you’ll try typical dishes and flavors that put this picturesque town on the map, including raclette and cheese fondue.

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.

Breakfast at the hotel. Begin your day exploring Lucerne where you will get to discover the colourful 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, enjoy lunch at your leisure in the city centre. Your last stop of the trip will be to Zurich. Get to know the country’s economic hub in a city tour where you will stop by its most emblematic sites and then enjoy the rest of your remaining hours at your leisure. Overnight in Zurich.

Breakfast at the hotel*. Bid farewell to the charming culture and unforgettable landscapes of Switzerland. At the indicated time, self-transfer** to the airport for your return flight back to the US. Arrive in the US and end of your trip.***

*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

**Airport transfers are not included. You will have the option to add a transfer from the airport to your hotel for an additional cost in the next step of the booking process. 

***Depending on the return flight schedule, you may arrive in the US the next day.