Christmas in Switzerland
Christmas in Switzerland
Christmas in Switzerland
6 Days Starting in United and ending in United Kingdom
Visiting: Lucerne, Mount Pilatus, Rigi, Titlis, Engelberg
Tour operator:
Tour code:
XSIF
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 35
Physical rating:
Relaxed Touring
Age range:
18-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Please make us aware of any specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
The snowy climes of the Swiss Alps are surely one of the most Christmassy places on the planet – and medieval Lucerne is the ideal base for exploring them.
Highlights
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Itinerary
Day 1 : Uk – Lucerne
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Lucerne
Meals Included: Dinner
Make you own way to the airport or be collected by our Private Chauffeur (if you've pre-booked) for your flight to Zurich today, from where we continue on a scenic journey to Lucerne. On arrival, we'll check into our hotel, which sits close to the dazzling Lake Lucerne, and is just minutes from the station.
Get to know your fellow travellers over a welcome drink then spend the rest of the day as you choose. We recommend a walk around the beautiful medieval town.
In the evening, we'll get together for dinner in the hotel's restaurant.
Day 2 : Lucerne & Mount Pilatus
Location: Lucerne, Mount Pilatus
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Lucerne
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, we'll set off on a walking tour of Lucerne. Surrounded by snowy mountain peaks, this historic lake city is impossibly beautiful. Marvel at the medieval buildings and take in famous sights like the Chapel Bridge, with its pretty red roof. Next, we'll travel by bus to the city of Kriens and then take a gondola and cable car to the summit of Mount Pilatus. Spend your free time at the top enjoying the dramatic Alpine vistas and charming mountain lodge. We'll then return to the hotel where dinner will be served this evening.
Day 3 : Christmas Eve Mount Rigi
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Location: Lucerne, Rigi, Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Lucerne
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Take to the water this morning with a cruise across Lake Lucerne to charming Vitznau. Next, we'll ascend Mount Rigi by train. You'll soon see why this regal massif is known as the Queen of the Mountains! Enjoy plenty of time to take in the gorgeous scenery. In the afternoon, we'll journey back to Lucerne, passing through Arth-Goldau on the way. Back at the hotel, Christmas Eve will be marked with a special four-course festive dinner.
Day 4 : Christmas Day Mount Titlis & Engelberg
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Location: Titlis, Engelberg, Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Lucerne
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
You can be sure of a white Christmas this year! The day begins with a train trip to Engelberg, close to the Mount Titlis cable car. Climb aboard for an epic aerial adventure passing over dramatic snowy landscapes and peaks such as Klein Titlis. We'll stop for lunch at the Titlis Panorama Restaurant, which truly lives up to its name. After riding the cable car back down to Engelberg, relax with a horse-drawn carriage ride around this enchanting village. Tonight we'll celebrate together with a four-course Christmas dinner at the hotel.
Day 5 : Boxing Day Lucerne – At Leisure
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Lucerne
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After a Christmas Day filled with excitement, the focus today is on total relaxation. After breakfast, you're free to do just as you please. You might want to head out to browse the shops, walk along the banks of the lake or just chill out at the hotel. In the evening we'll enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Day 6 : Lucerne – Uk
Location: Lucerne
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we'll take you to Zurich for your flight back to the UK. Upon arrival, either make your own way home or your Travelsphere's Private Chauffeur Service will be waiting for your journey home (if you have pre booked).
What's Included
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Accommodation
4-star hotel -
Travelsphere Private Chauffeur Service, Free Airport Parking or £100 reduction if you make your own arrangements
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Return direct flights from Heathrow with British Airways
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11 meals: 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners including four-course dinners on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and welcome drink
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5 nights in a 4-star hotel
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All highlights included
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Travelsphere Tour Manager and Specialist Local Guide
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Overseas transfers, other transportation and porterage
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Portable audio headset system on excursions
What's Not Included
Accommodation
- Ameron Hotel Flora
Excursions Included
Walking tour of Lucerne with a Local Guide
Mount Rigi with lunch and cruise on lake Lucerne
Mount Titlis with lunch and horse-drawn carriage ride in Engelberg
Excursion to Mount Pilatus
Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No. Min age is 18 years.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star hotel
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Travelsphere’s Flexibility Promise has been created to give you complete peace of mind and make you feel confident when booking your holiday with us. We have also been awarded the WTTC safe travels stamp which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Travelsphere has been operating escorted touring holidays for 60 years
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travelsphere, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive Holiday conformation upon booking, and then several documents detailing any adddiotnal information and the optional excursions that you can book before you travel. The final information covering your flights, hotels and itinerary will be sent to you around 14 days before your departure date.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, we do not offer single share options
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, Im afraid not
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If we can accomadate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - and make sure you have your booking number to hand.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Our Travelsphere Cares programmes, in partnership with the Planeterra Foundation, support local projects and social enterprises by helping them earn an income from tourism. We simply donate a portion of the funds from our tours, so it’s great to know that when you travel with us you are helping to change lives and turn travel into real impact.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Like minded travellers
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travelsphere charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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