Countries Visited:
Switzerland,
Duration:
9 days
Travel Period:
July 2026 - September 2026
Overview
All the Best of Switzerland with a side visit to Italy. What could be better? Your travels will take you to Lake Geneva for local wine, cheese and delicious desserts in Lavaux, Lord Byron’s enchanting Chillon Castle and the pretty town of Brienz for a masterclass in Swiss wood carving.
Sightseeing highlights
- Discover Zürich, Bern, Zermatt, Stresa, Interlaken and Lucerne
- Visit Chillon Castle and Brienz Woodcarving Museum
- View the Matterhorn and Jungfrau mountains (weather permitting), Lake Maggiore and Lake Como, the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne
- Scenic Train Ride from St. Moritz to Poschiavo by UNESCO-listed Rhaetian Railway
Iconic Experience
- Zürich: During an orientation, your Travel Director will show you some of the highlights of this beautiful lakeside city.
- Bern: Explore Switzerland's capital and see the Cathedral of St. Vincent, clock tower and Ogre Fountain.
- Chillon Castle: The beautiful fortress of Chillon Castle, set on a rocky islet on Lake Geneva, is widely regarded as one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Europe. Following his walk through the dungeons in 1816, Lord Byron wrote the poem 'The Prisoner of Chillon'. Look out for his name, which he carved into a pillar.
- Bernina Express: Ride the UNESCO-listed Rhaetian Railway from St. Moritz to Poschiavo. This engineering marvel climbs through the Swiss Alps, crossing viaducts and skirting the glaciers of Piz Bernina for one of Europe’s most scenic train journeys.
- 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.
Dive Into Culture
- Brienz: Explore the Swiss Woodcarving Museum in Brienz and discover the artistry that defines this Alpine village. View intricate sculptures, traditional tools and works by local craftsmen. Exhibits trace the evolution of woodcarving in the region, offering insight into a centuries-old craft that remains a proud part of Switzerland’s cultural identity.
The details
What's included
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 8 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
- 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)
- Train from Tirano to Pontresina
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Start:Zurich, Switzerland
Finish:Zurich, Switzerland
Finish:Zurich, Switzerland
Type:Group tour (max 45)
Tripcode:
SWBOM26
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Your itinerary
Welcome to Zürich
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Journey to Lake Geneva
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Onwards to Chillon Castle and Zermatt Connect with Locals
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Zermatt Your Way
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Venture to Lake Maggiore and On to Locarno
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Off to Alpine St. Moritz
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Journey to Lakeside Lucerne
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Admire Scenic Brienz and Interlaken Dive Into Culture
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Homeward Bound
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8 nights from
A$5,535
per person twin share*
Tripcode: 134209
Start:Zurich, Switzerland
Finish:Zurich, Switzerland
Finish:Zurich, Switzerland
Type:Group tour (max 45)
Tripcode:
134209
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