Glorious Switzerland - Classic Group
8 Days Starting in Geneva and ending in Zurich
Visiting: Geneva, Chillon Castle, Zermatt, Montreux, Baveno, Lake Maggiore, Saint Moritz, Vaduz, Lucerne, Stanserhorn, Zürich
Tour operator:
Tour code:
E965ZN20
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
20 - 40
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
7 Breakfasts
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Take a once in a lifetime trip across Switzerland, dipping fresh fruit in Swiss chocolate fondue in Geneva, breathing in the Alpine air of Zermatt and relaxing in luxury—at lakeside Lucerne. In the shadow of the mighty Mount Matterhorn, the car free ski resort of Zermatt is a wonder to behold, bettered only by the chic fashionista surrounds of St. Moritz in the Grison Alps. In Lucerne, explore nearby Stanserhorn with the Insight Choice between meeting a Swiss Ranger to learn about the local flora and fauna, or take a stroll through the magnificent surrounds of Marmott Park. A Celebration Dinner in Lucerne at the foot of Mount Stanserhorn offers glorious views over Lake Lucerne from restaurant Seeblick and draws the sojourn across Switzerland to a close.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Geneva, City Of Gardens
Location: Geneva
Accommodation: Hotel d'Angleterre, Geneva.
Accommodation Name: Hotel d'Angleterre
Meals Included: Dinner with Wine
Prepare yourself for the majesty of Switzerland's snow-capped mountains, glaciers, sparkling lakes, flower-filled meadows and rich, green valleys. Meet your Travel Director and travel companions for a short stroll to your Welcome Dinner. The evening is full of Swiss delight, as you enjoy the cozy decor while being served typical Swiss specialties including cheese fondue. Return to your immaculate boutique hotel, the award-winning Hotel d'Angleterre. Enjoy British charm and the finest Swiss hospitality, with each room individually designed to reflect its elegant style.
Day 2: Montreux, Chillon And The Matterhorn Village Of Zermatt
Location: Geneva, Chillon Castle, Zermatt, Montreux
Accommodation: Resort Hotel Alex, Zermatt., Walliserhof Grand-Hotel & Spa
Accommodation Name: Resort Hotel Alex or Walliserhof Grand-Hotel & Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Start your day with highlights of Geneva, the City of Gardens. See the Jet d’Eau and Floral Clock. Then relax and enjoy the enchanting scenery as we continue to the charming town of Montreux. Situated at the foot of the Alps and boasting beautiful lakeside walks, enjoy free time to explore this pretty town. On the western bay of Lake Geneva, join Maud, head of collections at Chillon Castle, for a special tour of the former home to the Dukes of Savoy, immortalized by Lord Byron's 'Prisoner of Chillon.' Keep a look out for where the writer is rumoured to have left his mark. Continue through the Rhone Valley, where high summer temperatures support vines and other fruits. The final stage of your journey is by cogwheel train to the traffic-free Alpine resort of Zermatt. During your orientation with your Travel Director, feast your eyes on the distinctive triangular silhouette of the Matterhorn. At night, enjoy a stroll in the fresh mountain air to your chosen restaurant for your Dine-Around Evening.
Day 3: Free Time In Zermatt Relaxed Start
Location: Zermatt
Accommodation: Resort Hotel Alex, Zermatt., Walliserhof Grand-Hotel & Spa
Accommodation Name: Resort Hotel Alex or Walliserhof Grand-Hotel & Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast
Zermatt in the summertime offers many leisure possibilities: try swimming, hiking, or spend a whole day relaxing in the fresh Alpine surroundings. Perhaps take an optional ride on Europe’s highest cable car to the snow-capped roof of the world for a magnificent panorama of the highest peaks in Switzerland, Italy and France?
Day 4: Elegant Baveno Relaxed Start
Location: Baveno, Lake Maggiore, Zermatt
Accommodation: Hotel Simplon, Baveno.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Simplon
Meals Included: Breakfast
Descend to Täsch and rejoin the coach. Follow in Napoleon's footsteps as you ascend the Simplon Pass, taking in magnificent views over the Alps from the 2,000-meter summit. Continue along the gentle shores of Lake Maggiore. Perhaps take a delightful boat trip to see the stunning Isola Bella?
Day 5: Grison Alps To Chic St. Moritz
Location: Baveno, Saint Moritz
Accommodation: Crystal Hotel, St Moritz., Hotel Steffani, St Moritz.
Accommodation Name: Crystal Hotel or Hotel Steffani
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Head north back into the high mountain country of the Grisons Alps today. Ascend the San Bernardino and the Julier Passes to arrive in the sparkling Engadine Valley with an invigorating climate characterized by clear skies and its location high in the Alps. On arrival in the cosmopolitan resort of St. Moritz, a brief orientation with your Travel Director will show you the spa quarter and the brilliantly sparkling glacial lake, before there is time to explore further on your own, or perhaps step aboard the Bernina Express to experience one of Europe's most outstanding train journeys?
Day 6: Scenic Train Ride, Liechtenstein And Lucerne
Location: Vaduz, Lucerne, Saint Moritz
Accommodation: Hotel Astoria, Lucerne.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Astoria
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start the day with a scenic train ride along part of the route of the Glacier Express, through unforgettable scenes of ice-capped mountains, stone-built villages and lush meadows. At Chur, reboard your coach and travel along the valley of the Upper Rhine to spend some time in Vaduz, the tiny capital of the Principality of Liechtenstein, where you explore the area around the castle. Continue to Lucerne alongside the dramatic Walensee and Lake Zürich. On arrival, see the sorrowful sculpture of the wounded lion, commemorating the brave Swiss Guards who died defending King Louis XVI during the French Revolution. Your Travel Director will also show you the Jesuit Church and the Chapel Bridge.
Day 7: The Summit Of Mount Stanserhorn Relaxed Start
Location: Lucerne, Lucerne, Stanserhorn
Accommodation: Hotel Astoria, Lucerne.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Astoria
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Commence the day with a morning stroll along lakeside promenades or shopping for fine watches while enjoying the scenery. Explore Mount Stanserhorn on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, as an open-top cable car powered by solar panels take you up the summit. Walk along beautiful scenic pathways, keeping an eye out for marmots and other native animals, with the chance to hear a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger, to learn about local wildlife and flora. Celebrate new friends and enjoy a Celebration Dinner at the foot of Mount Stanserhorn with magnificent views over Lake Lucerne at Restaurant Seeblick.
Day 8: Leave Lucerne For Zürich
Location: Lucerne, Zürich
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, your adventures through Switzerland come to an end.
What's Included
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Welcome Dinner in Geneva
Enjoy a cozy dinner with Swiss specialties including cheese fondue at the award-winning Hotel d'Angleterre.
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Chillon Castle Tour
Visit Chillon Castle on Lake Geneva with the Head of Collections for a special tour to discover its history and treasures.
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Ride the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway
Experience a scenic ride up to Zermatt, a traffic-free Alpine resort, on the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway.
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Glacier Express Route Train Ride
Travel along the route of the world-famous Glacier Express through the Swiss Alps on a regional train powered by hydroelectricity.
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Explore Vaduz
Spend time in Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein, and admire Vaduz Castle surrounded by mountains.
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Orientation in Lucerne
See Lucerne's landmarks including the Lion Monument, Jesuit Church, and Chapel Bridge during an orientation walk.
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Mount Stanserhorn Excursion
Ride an open-top cable car to Mount Stanserhorn and enjoy a conservation talk by a Swiss ranger.
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Celebration Dinner
Enjoy a Celebration Dinner at Restaurant Seeblick with views over Lake Lucerne.
What's Not Included
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Airfare
International and domestic airfare are not included in the tour price.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, mini-bar, room service, and other discretionary spending are excluded.
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Optional Activities
Costs for optional activities not included in the tour itinerary are excluded.
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Meals Not Listed
Any meals not listed in the tour inclusions are at the traveler's expense.
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Tips and Gratuities
Tips and gratuities for tour guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
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Visa Fees
Any applicable visa fees are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler.
Mode of Transport
Start the day with a scenic train ride along part of the route of the Glacier Express, through unforgettable scenes of ice-capped mountains, stone-built villages and lush meadows. At Chur, reboard your coach and travel along the valley of the Upper Rhine to spend some time in Vaduz, the tiny capital of the Principality of Liechtenstein, where you explore the area around the castle. Continue to Lucerne alongside the dramatic Walensee and Lake Zurich.
Accommodation
Stay in boutique hotels such as the award-winning Hotel d'Angleterre in Geneva with its fine Swiss hospitality, and the traffic-free Alpine resort of Zermatt. Your hotel in Zermatt will be either the Resort Hotel Alex or the Walliserhof Grand-Hotel & Spa, depending on your departure date. In St. Moritz, choose between the Crystal Hotel and the Hotel Steffani, and in Lucerne, enjoy the hospitality of the Hotel Astoria.
Check out our Q&As
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What are the exclusions mentioned?
Exclusions mentioned are travel insurance, international and domestic airfare, personal expenses such as laundry and mini-bar, costs for optional activities not included in the itinerary, meals not listed in the tour inclusions, tips and gratuities for tour guides, drivers, and hotel staff, and any applicable visa fees.
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What types of accommodations are provided?
Accommodations include boutique hotels such as the Hotel d'Angleterre in Geneva, the Resort Hotel Alex or the Walliserhof Grand-Hotel & Spa in Zermatt, the Crystal Hotel or the Hotel Steffani in St. Moritz, and the Hotel Astoria in Lucerne.
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What are some highlights of the tour?
Highlights of the tour include enjoying a meal with cheese fondue in Geneva, riding the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway to Zermatt, visiting Chillon Castle on Lake Geneva, traveling along the route of the Glacier Express through the Swiss Alps, admiring Vaduz Castle in Liechtenstein, and seeing landmarks in Lucerne such as the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge.
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Are meals included in the tour?
Yes, meals included in the tour are a Welcome Dinner in Geneva with Swiss specialties, a special tour of Chillon Castle followed by a meal, a Dine-Around Evening in Zermatt, and a Celebration Dinner at Restaurant Seeblick with views over Lake Lucerne.
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What countries does the Glorious Switzerland - Classic Group tour visit?
The Glorious Switzerland - Classic Group tour visits Switzerland, Italy, and Liechtenstein.
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What are the tags associated with this tour?
The tags associated with this tour are Coach tours (worldwide), Luxury, Gardens & Nature Tours, Wildlife Tours, Hiking, and Rail Excursion.
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What is the mode of transportation described in the tour?
The tour includes a scenic train ride along part of the route of the Glacier Express through the Swiss Alps, and coach travel through various locations including Vaduz and Lucerne.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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