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Switzerland Encompassed - 10 days

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Tour Overview

Discover Switzerland on a 10-day journey from Zurich to Lugano. Begin with a guided tour of Zurich before visiting the mighty Rhine Falls and lakeside Lucerne. Explore Lauterbrunnen’s waterfalls and the Aare Gorge in the Bernese Oberland, then continue to Bern’s old town, Gruyères for cheese and chocolate, and Lake Geneva with Montreux’s promenade and Chillon Castle. Ticino offers Lugano, the Verzasca Valley, Ascona and Bellinzona’s castles, with the journey concluding by train to Zurich or Milan.

Start

Zurich

End

Zurich

Destination

Zurich

Days

10

Pace

Slow

Range

Handpicked

Max Group Size

Min 8 - Max 16

Min Age

8

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Trip Code: SWITZE

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Zurich - Stroll through the medieval Old Town and along elegant Bahnhofstrasse before relaxing beside Lake Zurich

  • Rhine Falls - Admire the thunderous cascade of Europe’s largest waterfall in a spectacular natural setting

  • Lucerne - Discover the medieval charm of Chapel Bridge, lakeside promenades and mountain views on a guided tour

  • Lauterbrunnen Valley - Marvel at dramatic waterfalls and glacial gorges in Switzerland’s most picturesque Alpine valley

  • Bern - Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town with its arcades, medieval clock tower and historic fountains on a walking tour

  • Gruyeres - Taste Swiss traditions with visits to La Maison du Gruyère dairy and the renowned Maison Cailler chocolate factory

  • Lake Geneva - Enjoy lakeside scenery in Montreux and step inside the iconic medieval Chillon Castle

  • Lausanne - Visit the Olympic Park and museum dedicated to the history and spirit of the Games

  • Geneva - Experience a guided city tour featuring the UN headquarters, Jet d’Eau fountain and atmospheric Old Town

  • Bellinzona - See the trio of UNESCO-listed castles and medieval fortifications that dominate this historic city

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

9 breakfasts
9 nights in 4-star hotels
Escorted by an English-speaking guide (For groups of 7 or less, escorted by a driver guide)
Arrival airport transfer on day 1 & Departure transfer on day 10 to Lugano Train Station
Transportation in comfortable buses (minibus used for groups up to 16 passengers, with the guide also serving as driver)
1 second-class train ticket from Lugano to Zurich Airport or Milan Central on day 10
Guided sightseeing in Zurich, Lucerne, Bern, Montreux, Lausanne, Geneva, Lugano and Bellinzona
Excursion to the Rhine Falls

Not Included

International flights & visas
Tipping – an entirely personal gesture!
Travel insurance
Transportation to/from tour meeting points, unless specified
Optional activities
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Entry fees unless otherwise stated
Local city tax

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration10 days
StartZurich
EndZurich
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group16 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $7,210
Was $5,768
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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