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8-Nights Swiss Delight from $3,375

Trafalgar

OFFER ID 1553914

Swiss Delight
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.


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.
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.
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.
  • Bern: Explore Switzerland's capital and see the Cathedral of St. Vincent, clock tower and Ogre Fountain.
  • Brienz: Join your Travel Director for a leisurely drive along Lake Brienz. Marvel at the natural beauty of this region as you view the peaks of Bernese Oberland.
  • Switzerland: Take in Alpine views as you travel the Brünig Pass, passing turquoise lakes, pine forests and the dramatic peaks of the Bernese Oberland.
  • 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.
  • 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 Brienz and through the Alps
  • Discover Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux, Gruyères, Lucerne, Colmar, Basel, Freiburg and Zürich
  • See Panorama Bridge in Sigriswil
  • Scenic Train Ride from Montreux to Gstaad
  • View the Swiss Alps in Interlaken and the Lion Monument, Chapel Bridge in Lucerne

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


8 nights from $3,375 per person

Itinerary
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Trafalgar Tours: Swiss Delight

Day 1 - Welcome to Geneva
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.
Accommodations: Royal Manotel
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 - Journey to Lausanne and Montreux
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?
Accommodations: Mona Montreux
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Venture to Gruyères and Lavaux Connect with Locals
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.
Accommodations: Mona Montreux
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 - Golden Pass train and journey to Bern and Interlaken
The glamour of yesteryear and epic Alpine views are the stars of the show this morning as you take the Golden Pass Line Train from Montreux to Gstaad. Enjoy time on your own exploring Berne and see the parliament of Switzerland. Follow in the footsteps of Yoon Se-Ri and Ri Jeong-Hyeok from the popular romantic Korean drama series Crash Landing On You (CLOY), walk across the breathtaking Panoramabrücke Sigriswil (Sigriswil Panorama Bridge), a 340 meters long suspension bridge overlooking Lake Thun, where Ri Jeong-Hyeok asks Yoon Se-ri to take a photo of him and his fiancée. Continue to Interlaken in the heart of the Swiss Alps, located at the foot of a trio of famous peaks – the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for dinner at your hotel.
Accommodations: Metropole
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 - Explore the sights of Lake Brienz Dive Into Culture
This morning, spend some time at leisure or you can choose to join an Optional Experience to Grindelwald and Jungfrau Mountain.
Accommodations: Metropole
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 - Cross the Brünig Pass to Lucerne
Farewell Interlaken and journey through Alpine forests, tracing the scenic Brünig Pass. Enjoy a lakeside drive along Lake Brienz with views of the Bernese Oberland before stopping in Brienz to discover the Swiss woodcarving tradition at the Swiss Woodcarving Museum. In Lucerne, your Travel Director leads an orientation through the relaxed lakeside town. Cross the wooden Chapel Bridge, visit the Lion Monument and take time to browse the painted facades and artisan shops of the Old Town. This evening, why not join an Optional Experience and enjoy a traditional cheese fondue in old Lucerne?
Accommodations: Astoria
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 - Enjoy mountain views in Lucerne
With a full day to explore Lucerne, you’ll have time to enjoy this lakeside city your way. Your Travel Director is ready with local tips – from where to find handmade Swiss chocolate to picking out the perfect watch as a keepsake from your time in Switzerland. You might choose to head into the mountains on an Optional Experience to Mount Titlis, where snow-covered peaks and icy caverns bring your alpine daydreams to life. Or opt for a slower pace with a horse-drawn carriage ride through a typical Alpine dairy farming community. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel, rounding off your day in relaxed Swiss style.
Accommodations: Astoria
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 - Discover cosmopolitan Zürich Dive Into Culture
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.
Accommodations: Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 - Farewell Switzerland
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

Featured Destinations
Zurich
Zurich is often referred to as the "garden city on the lake". A stroll through the fascinating city will soon explain the reason for this. Zurich is one of the richest cantons in the country and home to the famous and very beautiful shopping street, Bahnhofstrasse. It is a bustling metropolis with many new buildings and modern architecture. Age-old landmarks and examples of unique design and artistic styles proliferate the city; the oldest and best preserved are most densely distributed in Neumarkt. The famous Grossmunster with its two tall towers is most dominant. Visit the late 15th century Wasserkiche and the Rathaus, a graceful town hall built in renaissance style. Famous for its traditional festivals and holiday celebrations, Downtown Niederdorf is the center of activities. From jazz clubs to restaurants & bars to cultural pursuits including galleries, museums and exhibitions, there is something interesting all year. To really get familiar with Zurich, experience it from the Lake of Zurich. The perspective of the city and its romantic surrounds from this vantage point is unique and not to be missed.
Lucerne
Without a doubt one of the prettiest towns in Switzerland, Lucerne lies in the heart of the country on famous lake of Lucerne. Dotted with Renaissance and Baroque fountains, colorful paintings on the gables and commanded by the exquisite wooden bridge, the Kapellbrücke and Wasserturm, the 13th century octagonal water tower, Lucerne's character is pure charm. Spectacular views and sights abound from almost every vantage point in and around Lucerne. The Old Town Hall is a fine example of a Renaissance building while the City Wall, built between 1350 and 1405 stands proud above the city. A stroll along the quay leads past the modern health resort and onto the largest, most important Transport Museum in Europe and the only Planetarium in Switzerland. The famous Lion Monument and Glacier Garden make for remarkable viewing as do the mountain peaks surrounding the city. A short drive from town takes visitors to some of the most breathtaking landscapes on earth, and a short drive from Viewaldstätter Lake leads to nearby winter resorts and many more lakes.
Interlaken
Interlaken's foundations can be seen in the 12th century castle and its fascinating Augustinian monastery. Nestled beneath the legendary triad of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains, Interlaken is a wondrous health resort and an international favorite. The superb mountainous scenery and gentle climate are ideal venues for virtually every leisure activity. Höheweg is the business and social center of Interlaken. The shopping is varied and interesting from simple souvenirs to luxurious timepieces. Grand hotels and inviting restaurants and cafes to spoil the visitor abound while a traditional horse-drawn carriage transports guests in fine style. The famous Kursaal - Interlaken's casino - is situated in the center of Höheweg. There are many types of entertainment including elegant balls, annual music festivals, Folklorica, local and trade shows in addition to the delights of the casino tables. Interlaken is also an ideal starting point for excursions to the Bern upperlands and breathtaking Jungfrau region with the centrepiece's massive peak soaring into cloudless skies.
Montreux
It is easy to see why Montreux, with its magnificent scenery reflected in the shimmering waters of placid Lake Geneva, has acquired the title 'The Pearl of the Swiss Riviera'. Situated on the shores of Lake Geneva and surrounded by the majestic Swiss and French Savoy Alps, the region is blessed with a particularly mild climate. Take a pleasant stroll along the banks of the lake where exotic flowers grow in proliferation and white swans glide gracefully past. Or enjoy a sumptuous meal of fresh lake fish and delicious local wine, in one of the many terrace restaurants overlooking the lake. Small secluded beaches and picturesque marinas with yachts and old steamboats afford a picture-perfect view of vineyards and quaint old stone-housed villages.
Geneva
Geneva is located between the Alps and the Jura mountains, at the extreme southwest of Switzerland and Lake Geneva. The Rhône and the Arve are the main rivers crossing Geneva. It is the central crossroads of Western Europe. Geneva holds a privileged geographical position and it is only one hour far from Paris or Milan by plane and less than two hours from London, Rome or Madrid. Geneva is a town of Arts and Culture. Its numerous museums and libraries, the Opera, the Orchestra of the Suisse romande have largely contributed, among others, to its development. For nearly twenty years they have been new cultural centers which have been created from old uninhabited buildings, some of which are now preserved as monuments, like the Halles de l’Ile, l’Usine, la Maison des Arts du Grütli.

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges
11/22/2025 - 11/30/2025
from $3,375 per person *


* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
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