Swiss Delight
From CAD $4905 Was CAD $5450
Guarantee
Group Tour
Easy
Rating
(10 reviews)
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.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 8 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Be My Guest
- Bourg-en-Lavaux: Enjoy Swiss hospitality with a vineyard owner and savor the flavors of local wines, cheeses and breads, all set against the enchanting views of the Lake Geneva.
Iconic Experience
- Montreux: In this town at the foot of the Alps, boasting one of the most beautiful walks along Lake Geneva, enjoy an introduction to the town from your Travel Director before time at leisure this evening.
- Geneva: Spend the day taking in the spectacular views of Geneva.
- Lucerne: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the Lion Monument, Old Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe.
- Colmar: Join your Travel Director to explore the heart of Colmar, where colorful half-timbered houses, canal-lined lanes and flower-filled squares give the town its storybook charm. As you walk, you’ll discover why this Alsatian gem has inspired artists, winemakers and visitors for centuries.
- Basel: Join your Travel Director for an orientation of Basel, a city where Swiss, French and German influences meet. Discover elegant streets, river views and a blend of historic and modern architecture in this vibrant cultural hub on the Rhine.
- Freiburg im Breisgau: Join your Travel Director for an orientation of Freiburg, a lively town on the edge of the Black Forest. Discover its old quarter, learn about its unique features and enjoy the atmosphere that makes this southern German gem so inviting.
- Black Forest: This morning, visit Hofgut Sternen, a historic estate nestled in the heart of the Black Forest, where tradition meets sustainability. Enjoy time to browse the charming cuckoo clock shop and witness a demonstration of this beloved German craft.
- Zürich: During an orientation, your Travel Director will show you some of the highlights of this beautiful lakeside city.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Zürich: Join Diana and her team of socially engaged local guides, for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience. Uncover the old town of Zürich during a fun and educational walking tour with the wonderful organization who are raising awareness on social issues such as food insecurity and supporting local change makers and the community. This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 10: Reduced Inequalities.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Geneva, Montreux, Lucerne and Zürich
- Scenic Drive along Lake Lucerne and through the Alps
- Discover Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux, Gruyères, Lucerne, Colmar, Basel, Freiburg and Zürich
- Scenic Train Ride from Brig to Andermatt
- View the Swiss Alps in Andermatt, the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge in Lucerne
Trip Details
Product Code: 28259
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Explorer
Tour Operator:
Trafalgar (CA)
Supplier Code: 651.1781B
Starts: Geneva, Switzerland
Finishes: Zurich, Switzerland
Duration: 9 days
Departures: Not Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $4905 ($545 /day)
Itinerary
Launch your love affair with Switzerland in the sophisticated lakeside city of Geneva, an international city with all the charm of its Swiss traditions. After checking in to your hotel you'll have time to relax after your flight, or explore and discover the city. This evening, make your way to a dinner at a local restaurant to meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers to get a taste of the adventures to come.
Accommodation: Warwick Geneva
Meals: Dinner
Start your day with a morning orientation of the city, after 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. Next, we venture to Montreux, nestled between steep hills. Enjoy an orientation tour and the evening is yours to spend as you wish. Perhaps enjoy a cruise to Lake Geneva, including a visit to the Charlie Chaplin museum?
Accommodation: Mona Montreux
Meals: Breakfast
The fromage heartland of Switzerland beckons this morning. You'll head to the picture-perfect town of Gruyères where you can enjoy some free time. The 13th-century castle dominates the medieval town as you stroll down its cobblestone streets. Don't forget to sample the famous local cheese before we leave. 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 on this exclusive Be My Guest experience. Afterwards, we return 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.
Accommodation: Mona Montreux
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Board the Glacier Express in Brig and take in the Alpine scenery on one of the world’s most iconic train journeys, winding through valleys and mountain passes to the resort town of Andermatt. Continue to lakeside Lucerne and enjoy your orientation through the Old Town’s cobbled streets. Cross the famous wooden Chapel Bridge and view the Lion Monument, a moving tribute to the Swiss Guards who died during the French Revolution. Explore at your own pace, taking in the relaxed atmosphere along the lakeshore or browsing the shops for Swiss souvenirs and chocolate.
Accommodation: Astoria
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today is yours to explore Lucerne your way. Whether you're strolling along the lake, shopping for Swiss chocolate or choosing that perfect watch, your Travel Director is on hand with local tips to help you make the most of it. Embrace the festive charm of the Old Town or simply soak up the crisp Alpine air. You can also choose an Optional Experience to Mount Titlis, ascending by revolving cable car for 360-degree views of the Swiss Alps.
Accommodation: Astoria
Meals: Breakfast
Cross the Rhine River into France and visit the Alsatian town of Colmar, known for its colorful half-timbered houses and cobbled streets. Explore at your own pace, taking in the town’s fairytale charm. Return to Switzerland and the cultural capital of Basel. Join your Travel Director for an orientation of the Old Town, where medieval squares, historic fountains and modern art blend together. Spend time at leisure exploring Basel’s famous museums or browsing the boutiques and riverside cafes.
Accommodation: Pullman Basel Europe
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel into the heart of Germany’s Black Forest and visit Hofgut Sternen at the entrance to the Ravenna Gorge, where you’ll learn about local craftsmanship, including the famous cuckoo clocks. Continue to Freiburg im Breisgau and enjoy an orientation of the Old Town, seeing the Historical Merchants' Hall, the Old Town Hall and Freiburg’s striking red sandstone Münster cathedral. Spend time at leisure discovering the city’s cobbled squares or sampling regional specialties and wines before returning to Basel.
Accommodation: Pullman Basel Europe
Meals: Breakfast
Continue to Zürich and explore its historic center, crossing the Münster Bridge and visiting Paradeplatz, Lindenhof Square and other highlights of the Old Town. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on a walking tour raising awareness of social issues and supporting community change makers. As your tour comes to a close, toast to your unforgettable journey through Switzerland over dinner with your Travel Director and traveling companions.
Accommodation: Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Say a fond farewell to Switzerland and your newfound friends at the end of an unforgettable journey. Your final hotel is located at the airport, just a short walk from the terminal, so there’s no need to arrange a transfer.
Meals: Breakfast
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Tour Operator
Trafalgar (CA)
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Reviews
Delford Lee Martin - Traveled, March 2024
Spectacular trip! Trafalgar took great care of us on the trip. Also, before the trip we were well prepared for what to expect and how to prepare. This trip had a balance of seeing many places and having some free time. Tour guide was excellent. All the optional experiences were worth every penny. Makes me want to plan another trip with Trafalgar.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/20/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2024
Travel Director *Personal information removed by Feefo* was great. She cared about everyone and was enthusiastic, engaging, outgoing, fun, organized, and flexible. Itinerary was enough to see what Switzerland was all about. All the hotels we stayed in were good. Food was good. Driver *Personal information removed by Feefo* was the best too.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/25/2024
Dina Caplan - Traveled, April 2024
Merci, danke, thank you Switzerland. Our tour director *Personal information removed by Feefo* was amazing! She was always pleasant and friendly, and worked extremely well under pressure when planned events could not happen. *Personal information removed by Feefo*, our bus driver, so prompt, clean, organized, and with a smile ! Good balance of cities, cultural , historic and scenery Lots of walking Optional activities high interest.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/23/2024
Jessica Powers - Traveled, December 2023
This was a fabulous experience!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/20/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, December 2023
Trafalgar is the best Trafalgar has always been my favorite. Tour directors are amazing like David. Always on point with great service. Chooses great hotels. Although Switzerland is quite pricey it is such a beautiful country. The itinerary brought us to different locations from big cities to the mountain top. I just wished we did Zurich 2 days instead of 1 night.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/20/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, October 2024
Trafa-bulous time with Swiss Delights! Makes traveling around Europe stress-free and seamless. Treats returning guests very well with a little gift as a thank you for traveling with the company. Travel Directors with Trafalgar are very knowledgeable and professional. I never hesitate to book tours with this company. Very good itinerary for those who have already been to Switzerland and want a more in depth look at the more western part of the country. Great hotel locations for each city and good choice of optional excursions. The only optional which could improve is the carriage ride in the countryside in which more could be included in the excursion. Maybe have the snacks/picnic at the viewpoint instead of at the farm.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/20/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, December 2023
Trafalgar is the best Great service! Great itinerary but wish we had an extra night in Zurich compared to 1 night.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/15/2024
Michael Powers - Traveled, December 2023
Swiss views Preston is excellent. great trip with an exciting snow impacted trip to the top of Europe weather can impact this trips views but was still great.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/21/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2024
This was a great trip. The bus driver and Tour director were excellent. The hotels were great and all the places we visited were beautiful!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/26/2024
Linda Martin - Traveled, September 2024
Great trip to the ‘top of the world’. It was exceptional. We were met at the airport earlier than expected which we so appreciated- because our travel director thought she’d check just in case we had arrived on time. Information provided prior to tour was excellent, very detailed and answered all our questions. Exceptional travel director and driver. Both went above and beyond for any and all. Very welcoming, checking in to make sure all were doing ok, and appreciated how knowledgeable Stephanie was on Switzerland and Europe. Great hotels and surprise stops added a lot to our experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/23/2024
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