Grand Tour of Switzerland
Grand Tour of Switzerland
Grand Tour of Switzerland
10 Days Starting and ending in Zürich, Switzerland
Visiting: Zürich, Appenzell District, Liechtenstein, Saint Moritz, Bernina Express, Tirano, Lugano, Lake Maggiore, Täsch, Zermatt, Lausanne, Gruyères, Bern, Interlaken, Lucerne
Tour operator:
Tour code:
6020-2023
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Physical rating:
Steady pace
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$2458
$2145 (USD)
Operator discount: -$252
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$61
-13%
Tour Overview
With its unspoiled scenery, majestic peaks, fascinating old towns, sparkling lakes, rich history, and cities with a cosmopolitan flair, Switzerland is the perfect vacation offering something for everyone. On this Switzerland tour, you’ll experience some of its most beautiful scenery and interesting cities with overnights in Zurich, St. Moritz, Lugano, Zermatt, the Lausanne area, and Lucerne. Switzerland is famous for its stunning sceneries. Enjoy a panoramic drive through the high Alps to the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein. Witness quaint villages, finely carved chalets, green pastures, beautiful forests, magnificent mountain peaks, and rolling, green hills on your way to St. Moritz, one of the world's most famous winter resorts. Switch mode of transportation in Täsch, where you’ll board a mountain train to car-free Zermatt, a picturesque cluster of rustic chalets beneath the famous Matterhorn. If you desire to see lakes, you'll enjoy Lake Maggiore, Italy’s second-largest lake; stunning Lake Geneva; Lake Lugano, the popular region enjoying a subtropical climate; Interlaken, situated between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz; and Lake Lucerne, situated in the shadows of the snow-capped Alps. One highlight of this Switzerland tour is the journey aboard the Bernina Express from St Moritz to Tirano, Italy. Traveling on the “red train”, the highest railway across the Alps, you’ll witness glistening glaciers, stunning mountain streams, and alpine scenery, and you’ll travel through tunnels and over bridges that are engineering masterpieces! Enjoy a visit to a local cheese factory in Gruyères, a picturesque medieval town that has been unaffected with the passage of time. You’ll also spend time in Switzerland’s capital, Berne, and storybook Lucerne. From stunning scenery and vibrant cities to its special experiences, this Switzerland tour is sure to delight. So grab your camera and get ready for an amazing vacation!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Zurich, Switzerland
Location: Zürich
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Novotel Zurich City - West (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Check into your hotel in Zurich and start exploring with the assistance of your CosmosGO app. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
Day 2 : Zurich–Appenzell–Liechtenstein–St. Moritz
Location: Appenzell District, Liechtenstein, Saint Moritz
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A sensational drive today takes you through some of Switzerland’s most renowned cantons. Stop in Appenzell to see the Old Town with its 16th-century Town Hall. Continue to the minute Principality of Liechtenstein for a visit of its tiny capital, Vaduz. Pass through scenic “Heidiland” and into the Rhine Valley before ascending mighty Julier Pass. Soon, you’ll be in the heart of Switzerland’s largest canton, the Grisons, where you’ll marvel at some of the world’s best alpine views. Spend the next two nights in glamorous St. Moritz, host of two Winter Olympic Games (1928 and 1948) and the premier winter retreat of European royalty, celebrities, and the international jet set for more than a century.Today’s Distance: 177 mi/ 285 km
Day 3 : At Leisure In St. Moritz
Location: Saint Moritz
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a whole day to explore this scenic Engadin valley resort. Renowned for its stunning forest, lake, and mountain setting and an average of 322 days of sunshine per year, St. Moritz is comprised of two villages separated by a mile of lake shore—St. Moritz Dorf and St. Moritz Bad. Extending up the slope from the lake, terraced Dorf is a tapestry of grand hotels, upscale boutiques, and traditional Engadin architecture, characterized by arched wooden doors, small deep-set windows, and artistically etched facades. Neighboring Bad is known for its ice rink, mineral and mud baths, and lakeside promenade.
Day 4 : St. Moritz–Bernina Express Train To Tirano, Italy–Lugano, Switzerland
Location: Bernina Express, Tirano, Lugano
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ibis Lugano (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Experience one of Europe’s most spectacular train rides, the Bernina Express. Board the train in St. Moritz, and travel across the lofty Bernina Pass via the Swiss Poschiavo area to Tirano in the Italian Valtellina. Here, rejoin your coach and journey to the shores of sparkling Lake Lugano.Today’s Distance: 112 mi/ 180 km
Day 5 : Lugano–Lake Maggiore, Italy–Täsch, Switzerland–Zermatt
Location: Lugano, Lake Maggiore, Täsch, Zermatt
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Perren (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Discover the highlights of charming, subtropical Lugano before traveling to Lake Maggiore, Italy’s second-largest lake. Consider joining the optional boat trip to visit to the garden island of Isola Bella with its splendid 17th-century palazzo (palace). Return to Switzerland via picturesque Simplon Pass and hop aboard a train in Täsch for the only connection to car-free Zermatt, a resort surrounded by Switzerland’s highest mountains—including the celebrated Matterhorn.Today’s Distance: 168 mi/ 270 km
Day 6 : Zermatt–Lausanne Area
Location: Zermatt, Lausanne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Novotel Lausanne Bussigny (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Time to stroll through town and maybe take a break to sample the local fare, like raclette (melted Swiss cheese), fondue, or hand-made chocolate. Perhaps shop for an authentic Swiss watch or Swiss Army knife. Then, take the train back to Täsch, where you will rejoin the coach and continue your journey through the vineyards and apricot groves of the lower Rhône Valley to crescent-shaped Lake Geneva, one of Europe’s largest lakes.Today’s Distance: 112 mi/ 180 km
Day 7 : Lausanne Area
Location: Lausanne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Novotel Lausanne Bussigny (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend either a whole day at leisure exploring Lausanne and its environs, or join an optional excursion to charming Geneva with its cobblestoned Old Town and the Palais des Nations, European headquarters of the United Nations.
Day 8 : Lausanne Area–Gruyères–Berne–Interlaken–Lucerne
Location: Lausanne, Gruyères, Bern, Interlaken, Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ibis Styles Luzerne City (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
The first stop today is in picturesque Gruyères to visit a local cheese factory. Then, on to Berne, Switzerland’s charming 12th-century capital. The Old Town is a showcase of medieval architecture, arcaded shops, artistic fountains, and the landmark Zytglogge (clock tower), an ornate animated astronomical clock built in 1530. Travel on, skirting the shores of Lake Thun, and stop in the renowned resort of Interlaken for a visit before crossing Brünig Pass to Lucerne.Today’s Distance: 155 mi/ 250 km
Day 9 : Lucerne–Zurich
Location: Lucerne, Zürich
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Zuri by Fassbind (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discover the wonders of Lucerne, a city straight out of a storybook. Situated on Lake Lucerne beneath the snowcapped Alps, Lucerne highlights include cobblestone streets lined with frescoed homes, the world-famous Chapel bridge, and the poignant Lion monument. Perhaps choose from a wonderful selection of optional activities—the most popular is an excursion to mount Stanserhorn. Return to Zurich for an overnight.Today’s Distance: 62 mi/ 100 km
Day 10 : Zurich
Location: Zürich
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Meals
9 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 4 dinners
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Accommodation
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Fully Guided
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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International Travel
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1961
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.
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Up to 65 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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