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Swiss Delight
9 Day Switzerland Sightseeing Tour from Geneva to Zurich
Get swept up in the charm of Switzerland's lively cities and soul-stirring landscapes on this perfect winter break filled with magical Christmas markets, delicious food and plenty of opportunities to shop.
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Swiss Delight
9 Day Switzerland Sightseeing Tour from Geneva to Zurich
Get swept up in the charm of Switzerland's lively cities and soul-stirring landscapes on this perfect winter break filled with magical Christmas markets, delicious food and plenty of opportunities to shop.
Launch your love affair with Switzerland in the sophisticated lakeside city of Geneva, an international city with all the charm of its Swiss traditions. On arrival at Geneva Airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel where you'll have the rest of the day to recover or go out exploring on your own. This evening, embark on an orientation of the city as you make your way to a Welcome Reception at a local restaurant to meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers to get a taste of the adventures to come.
After a leisurely start to your day, it's just a short hop along the lake and you're in vibey Lausanne where you'll have some free time. You might choose to visit the Olympic museum dedicated to the spirit of olympism or take a stroll through the old town to admire the majestic 12th-century Gothic cathedral. Lunch is in the heart of Lavaux with views of the vineyards, Lake Geneva and the beautiful Alps. If you can tear your eyes away from the stunning setting, you'll Connect With Locals sampling the local wines, cheese and delicious desserts joining Maude Vogel to learn all about the family owned and run vineyard on this exclusive Be My Guest experience. That delicious Swiss cuisine still lingering on your taste buds, you'll venture to Montreux for an orientation tour. The evening is yours to spend as you wish. Perhaps enjoy a cosy fondue dinner in a local restaurant?
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Eurotel
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest
Day 3
Venture to Broc and Gruyères
The chocolate box and fromage heartland of Switzerland beckons this morning. You'll head to the picture-perfect districts of Gruyères and Broc where your visit to a world-renowned chocolate factory will deliver all the secrets of chocolate making. You'll Dive Into Culture seeing how they've been making Swiss chocolate since 1898 and get to sample the rich flavours for yourself. Don't miss the chance to buy a few favourites to take home and share with friends if you're feeling generous. Then journey to the medieval town of Gruyères where you can enjoy some free time. Don't forget to sample the famous local cheese before returning to Montreux. You could choose to relax this afternoon, but we know you won't be able to resist an Optional Experience to the enchanting Chillon Castle on the shores of Lake Geneva.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Day 4
Golden Pass train and journey to Bern and Interlaken
The glamour of yesteryear and epic Alpine views are the stars of the show this morning as you take the Golden Pass Line Train from Montreux to Gstaad. Enjoy time on your own exploring the snow-studded landscape of this upscale ski resort town, keeping your eyes peeled for celebrities. Continue to Switzerland's modest capital, the city of Bern, where you'll get your bearings on an orientation tour before exploring its UNESCO-listed Old Town your way. Forget window shopping. You'll have 3 1⁄2 miles (6 km) of shopping arcades from which to choose, brimming with art galleries, boutiques, wine and antique shops, arts and crafts and much, much more. Taking a break from your retail therapy, there's more sightseeing to come as you stop to capture epic views on camera at the Panorama Bridge in Sigriswil. Tonight, join your fellow travellers for dinner at your hotel.
More epic views await on the shores of Lake Brienz. If you fell in love with Jeong-hyeok and Se-ri's love story in 'Crash Landing on You', you'll get to see the city that inspired movie magic. Make a stop in Brienz and Dive Into Culture as you gain insights into its centuries-old wood carving tradition. Then, take a step straight on to the set of your new favourite drama seeing the historic Giessbach Hotel, the 'Music School'. Relive the romance in the village of Iseltwald, the location of the heart-stirring piano scene. Marvel at the breathtaking drama of the Grindelwald mountains, scene of the tearful reunion, and spot Victoria Jungfrau Hotel in Interlaken. Spend the afternoon living your own love story in Switzerland's enchanting surroundings or join an Optional Experience.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Day 6
Cross the Brünig Pass to Lucerne
Say a fond farewell to Interlaken as you journey through enchanting Alpine forests and peaks tracing the epic beauty of Brünig Pass all the way to Lucerne. After a quick orientation and a stop at the moving Lion Monument, there's time for a bit of shopping. Consider joining our Optional Experience to Giswil, a charming village which sits at the crossroads of the Brünig and Glaubenbielen Passes. You'll get to admire its beautifully preserved wooden houses and views of the lake on a traditional horse and carriage ride. Return to Lucerne later, in time for dinner at your hotel this evening.
A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a delightful countryside tour in horse-drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a farm where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Adult Price: Fr.67.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 7
Enjoy mountain views in Lucerne
With a full day to explore Lucerne your way, you'll be thrilled with whatever you choose to do. Your Travel Director is on hand to share their local tips on how best to spend your day, whether that's finding a few sweet treats to take home or choosing that Swiss watch you've always wanted as a memento of your magical time in Switzerland. There's plenty of time to live out your winter wonderland fantasy on our Optional Experience visit to Mount Titlis. Bundle up for an exhilarating snow-filled adventure filled with incredible mountain views, skiing, snowboarding and even snow tubing. You'll deserve a hot chocolate or something stronger after stretching your legs on the slopes.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Optional Experience
Mount Titlis Excursion
With guaranteed snow, two different types of cable car ride and the opportunity to walk inside a glacier, this is Switzerland's most exciting mountain trip. Make sure you wrap up warm, for a wonderful winter experience whatever the weather.
Adult Price: Fr.98.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 8
Discover cosmopolitan Zürich
We hope you still have space in your luggage for today's visit to Zürich. Your first stop en route is an extravaganza of shopping with plenty of free time to bag those bargains and enjoy lunch at the Landquart Fashion Outlet. You'll continue to Zürich, once again following in the footsteps of your favourite star-crossed lovers, Jeong-hyeok and Se-ri. Visit your favourite backdrops from 'Crash Landing on You', including the Munster Bridge, Paradeplatz, Lindenhof Square and other enchanting locations in Zürich's Old Town. Don't forget to stock up on deliciously creamy Swiss chocolate before your memorable Farewell Dinner at a cosy local restaurant.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Hyatt Place Airport
For now, it's farewell to Switzerland and newfound friends at the end of an enchanting Swiss holiday you won't forget. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
All optional experiences for this trip
Book with your travel director when you travel
Available on day 6
Swiss Countryside & Carriages
A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a delightful countryside tour in horse-drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a farm where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Adult Price: Fr.67.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 7
Mount Titlis Excursion
With guaranteed snow, two different types of cable car ride and the opportunity to walk inside a glacier, this is Switzerland's most exciting mountain trip. Make sure you wrap up warm, for a wonderful winter experience whatever the weather.
Adult Price: Fr.98.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
All Optional Experiences
The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
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What's included
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8 nights
Accommodation
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13 Meals
1 Be My Guest, 1 Farewell Dinner, 1 Welcome Reception, 2 Dinners, 8 Breakfasts
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The Trafalgar difference
Connect With Locals
Enjoy Swiss hospitality and the flavours of local wines, cheeses and breads with the owner of a local vineyard overlooking Lake Geneva.
Dive Into Culture
Explore the secrets of chocolate making at Maison Cailler and sample the rich flavours during this sweet adventure.
Dive Into Culture
Learn about Switzerland's wood-carving heritage at the Jobin wood sculpture museum in Brienz.
Sightseeing highlights
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Discover Geneva, Montreux, Bern, Interlaken, Lucerne and Zürich
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Visit Lausanne, Gruyères, Maison Cailler chocolate factory in Broc, Gstaad, the Panorama Bridge in Sigriswil, Grindelwald, Landquart Shopping Outlet
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View Lake Geneva, Jungfrau mountain (weather permitting), the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne, the Munster Bridge and Lindenhof Square in Zürich
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See the UN Building in Geneva and numerous filming locations from the well-known television series 'Crash Landing on You'
Festive Meal: The 18 December departure will celebrate Christmas in Zürich. We have arranged a festive meal for this departure that may replace one of the included meals featured in the itinerary.
Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of the destinations on this trip. Please remember to bring a water bottle.
Unless otherwise stated, trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discount. Discounts are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.
Trip prices are correct at the time of the products going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. All trip information is correct at time of trips going live, however are subject to change - please confirm all details at time of booking.
Twin-share option not available for trips to South America, Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, South Africa, Kenya & Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey. It's also not available on Small Group trips. Guided Vacations included in this restriction are Newfoundland and Labrador (DNLA). Does not apply to trips operated by Inspiring Journeys & our Mini-stays.
For trips that are part of our Guaranteed Room Share, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. Solo travel is not accepted on guided Family Experiences holidays unless traveling as part of a family group.
Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange your flights to arrive on or before day 1.
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What is an Active Trip? This is an "Active" lifestyle itinerary, with walks and hikes most days. Hikes will range from easy/moderate to strenuous. No technical climbing skills are required but a reasonable level of fitness is required to make the trip more enjoyable. Understanding that not all people want to hike at the same pace or even on the same trail we will, where possible, host map orientation and then let everyone disperse to enjoy the trails best suited to them. What to Pack Guests should bring lightweight hiking shoes or boots, broad brimmed sun hats, sunglasses, layered clothing, reusable water bottle(s), a hiking day pack and hiking poles (optional)
Weather & Altitude While the itinerary is laid out below, we are at the mercy of the weather and so reserve the right to adjust the program as necessary. Please keep in mind that the higher elevations and possible variations in weather and temperature can increase the perceived level of difficulty of our activities. Elevation ranges up to 9,000 feet for Utah’s Mighty Five and up to 11,000 feet for California High Country Adventure.
Everyone reacts differently to altitude and so if you do have any health issues you should check with your doctor that this trip is suitable for you.
