Germany and Switzerland Tours & Trips
Embark on a dinner cruise through Amsterdam's picturesque canals, where the gabled facades of the buildings mirror themselves in the water's surface. Discover Heidelberg's stunning Renaissance buildings and the ruins of its castle, or watch the Black Forest craftsmen as they painstakingly carve cuckoo clocks, employing traditional methods. And then, there's Paris, with the Eiffel Tower and its undeniable allure.
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PEARL • traveled in September, 2024
We have a very good experience with Europamundo & rain didn’t bother us either. We covered a lot of nice places to see each day. Our driver Sergio is a very good driver & our tour guide Mariella is superb. Will definitely book a tour with you guys again.
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Paul • traveled in July
great tour, beautiful scenery
Exploring the Alpine Countries Austria - Germany - Switzerland (Vienna to Lucerne) (2025) - M
Maria • traveled in December
Jampacked activities and I really wished it had more free time. More days spent in Switzerland instead of Germany would have made it perfect. Accommodations are almost perfect except for first 2 nights when they did not lay out the trundle bed even through they knew there will be three people in the room and we had to verbally ask. They corrected it after we complained. The only reason I’m giving it a perfect score is because our travel director Faith was outstanding and went above and beyond our expectations! Our bus driver Attila was excellent too. One has to be physically fit for this tour but overall enjoyable. This tour kept us wanting to return to Swtzerland someday!
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13 Day Zurich ,Interlaken, Innsbruck, Salzburg and Munich And Much More.
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The places that they chose for each area were good ones. We liked all the hotels except for one.”
Hueyru, traveled in December
Journey from Zurich's financial district to Munich's Bavarian charm. Explore Black Forest's cuckoo clocks, Rhine Falls, and Neuschwanstein Castle. Stay at quality hotels including Bristol Zurich and Maritim Munich, with scenic train travel between destinations.
Duration 13 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, Austria Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator STM Tours LLC From $4,569
35% Off- US$2,970You save $1,599
Switzerland
30 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The landscape/ views were breathtaking. The tour was awesome.”
Nadezhda, traveled in July
Swiss-German treasures await in Zurich, featuring Bern's Rose Garden and Lake Constance's medieval Konstanz. The Cailler Chocolate Factory in Gruyères, UNESCO-listed St. Gallen Abbey Library, and the mighty Rhine Falls showcase regional highlights. Luxurious accommodations include stays at Mövenpick Albergo Touring.
Duration 8 days Destinations Switzerland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
35% Off- US$1,806
Prague Castle admission and a Vltava River cruise kick off this 6-day alpine adventure before heading to Switzerland. A cable car ascends to Grindelwald First, where you can cross a suspended glacier bridge at over 3,000 meters elevation with lunch included on the mountain. The Tyrolean Alps route includes stays at Panorama Hotel Prague and Hotel Ibis Zurich Messe Airport, with English-speaking guides throughout.
Duration 6 days Destinations Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, Switzerland Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
35% Off- US$1,013
Swiss rail adventures take you from Lake Geneva to the Matterhorn via Europe's highest rack railway. Basel launches your Avalon Suite Ship® journey through the Rhine, featuring Black Forest and Heidelberg Castle visits. Luxury accommodations and Swiss wine tasting in Cully's vineyards included.
Duration 15 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Avalon Waterways From
35% Off- US$9,148+$231 upfront costs
Exploring the Alpine Countries Austria - Germany - Switzerland (Vienna to Lucerne) (2025)
25 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“great tour, beautiful scenery.”
Paul, traveled in July
Munich's Treasury leads to King Ludwig II's fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle. Black Forest traditions come alive at Hofgut Sternen, while Lake Titisee offers scenic cruises. Lucerne's romantic Old Town provides the perfect backdrop for sampling authentic Black Forest cake.
Duration 12 days Destinations Austria, Germany, Switzerland Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From
35% Off- US$4,399
Winter Wonderland (Classic)
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Wonderful and comfortable experience. I would highly recommend!”
Vanessa, traveled in November
Winter magic unfolds from Heidelberg's red sandstone castle to Lake Lucerne's views from Mount Pilatus. The Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen, Munich's Marienplatz, and elegant stays at Hotel Astoria Lucerne and The Westin Grand Munich complete this alpine adventure.
Duration 9 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Switzerland Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From
35% Off- US$3,050
German history comes alive from Cologne's Gothic cathedral to Schwetzingen Palace's UNESCO gardens, leading to Switzerland's car-free Zermatt village. Emerald Luna hosts guests for 7 nights with 20 meals including regional wines. The Glacier Express through Swiss Alps to Zurich provides a spectacular finale.
Duration 11 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $19,376
52% Off- US$9,373You save $10,003
Duration 10 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Avalon Waterways From
52% Off- US$5,176+$231 upfront costs
Black Forest wonders stretch from Freiburg's Botanical Garden to Basel's museums. Your Emerald Sun cruise through Rhine Gorge includes Schwetzingen Palace Gardens and medieval Breisach tours. Nine breakfasts and 7 dinners with complimentary wines included.
Duration 10 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $14,100
47% Off- US$7,505You save $6,595
Duration 11 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German Operator Lueftner Cruises From
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Best time to visit Germany and Switzerland
- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter brings out something special in these regions. Our most popular winter tour takes you through Bavaria and the Swiss Alps, where you'll explore the medieval lanes of Rothenburg ob der Tauber before heading to Munich's Marienplatz with its famous Glockenspiel. Several tours include Salzburg, where you can taste traditional Lebkuchen with warming Glühwein at the Christmas markets. The Rhine Valley routes are particularly magical in winter - you'll cruise past frost-dusted castles and visit traditional wine cellars for tastings. One standout tour combines Heidelberg's Renaissance charm with Black Forest traditions, including a demonstration of cuckoo clock making. Our travelers especially love the evening dinners in historic beer halls and the horse-drawn carriage rides through snowy Alpine villages.
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- Spring 2026
Spring tours really shine when the tulips bloom along the Rhine. River cruises from Basel to Amsterdam are incredibly popular, with stops at Breisach for wine tasting and Strasbourg for walks through the historic La Petite France quarter. The highlight for many guests is visiting Keukenhof Gardens - you can take a boat through the tulip fields or cycle around the surrounding countryside. Several tours include special spring activities in the Swiss Alps, where you'll ride cable cars up to Glacier 3000 and walk across dramatic suspension bridges with snow-capped peaks all around. Our travelers particularly enjoy the spring tours that combine Paris and Swiss destinations, starting with visits to Versailles and ending with scenic train rides along Lake Zurich.
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- Summer 2026
Summer tours across Germany and Switzerland blend outdoor activity with rich cultural immersion in thoughtful ways. The comprehensive 17-day routes take you across Lake Geneva by boat to explore medieval Yvoire, and let you walk suspended bridges high above Alpine valleys at Glacier 3000. Around Lake Constance, Switzerland's network of cycling paths offers an active way to discover three countries during warm months. Our travelers consistently highlight the summer rail experiences, particularly the Bernina Express with its panoramic cars showcasing mountain meadows at peak bloom. From Basel, Rhine river cruises combine urban discoveries in places like Strasbourg's La Petite France district, and peaceful sailing past hilltop castles and sloping vineyards. Many guests choose the 7-10 day mixed-transport routes that pair guided walks through Munich's historic heart with relaxed evenings to discover local beer gardens and traditional dining spots. The magic of these summer itineraries lies in maximizing long daylight hours, giving you time for both structured activities and independent exploration of charming town centers.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Autumn creates perfect conditions for discovering Germany and Switzerland, with several standout tours running during this season. Multi-country routes begin in Prague and wind through Bavaria into Switzerland when summer tourists have dispersed, making temperatures ideal for walking explorations. Our travelers speak highly of visiting 17 Swiss destinations in fall, where stops include the medieval charm of Yvoire and crystal-clear mountain views from suspended bridges at Glacier 3000. Basel's Rhine cruises shine particularly bright in autumn as you float past hillsides draped in golden vineyards, explore the enchanting La Petite France quarter in Strasbourg and join the wine harvest celebrations in Rüdesheim. Active visitors love Lake Constance's cycling paths in autumn, where you can pedal across three countries on well-marked trails, visit remarkable sites like St. Gallen's abbey library and discover medieval harbors while enjoying mild weather and quieter paths. The combination of pleasant temperatures, seasonal festivals and reduced crowds makes autumn an excellent choice for exploring these regions, whether you're interested in guided city walks or combining urban discoveries with mountain excursions.
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How do you get around Germany and Switzerland, and what's the best way to plan your routes?
Getting around Germany and Switzerland is actually really easy thanks to their amazing train networks. Deutsche Bahn in Germany and SBB in Switzerland run super-reliable services every half hour or so between the main cities. You can zip from Frankfurt to Munich in about 3.5 hours on those sleek ICE trains and Zurich to Geneva takes just 2.5 hours. If you're planning to explore Switzerland grab a Swiss Travel Pass it starts at 232 CHF for 3 days and you'll get unlimited travel plus free entry to loads of museums. Over in Germany the Bayern Ticket is a real bargain at 25€ especially if you're exploring Bavaria. For something really special hop on the Golden Pass line from Lucerne to Montreux where you get these cool rotating seats in panoramic carriages or take a Rhine cruise between Koblenz and Rüdesheim it's a 5-hour journey past all these incredible medieval castles.
What are some hidden gems in Germany and Switzerland that tourists often miss?
You know there are these amazing places that don't get nearly enough attention. Take Stein am Rhein with its incredible medieval center those 16th-century buildings with their detailed frescoes are just stunning and there's this fantastic castle Hohenklingen looking down over the Rhine. The Aare Gorge near Meiringen is absolutely spectacular you can walk through this 1.4km canyon with limestone walls shooting up 200 meters high. Over in Germany's Black Forest there's this charming town called Gengenbach where they transform their town hall into the world's biggest advent calendar each December. The Gotthard Pass area is fascinating with its historic Devil's Bridge and this amazing 12th-century tower in Hospental while Feldkirch just over in Austria feels like stepping right back into Habsburg times.
What local traditions can you actually experience in Germany and Switzerland?
You've got to experience the real beer culture at Munich's Hofbräuhaus it's been around since 1589 and locals still gather at these big communal tables every evening for the brass band at 7. Between November and April head to Gruyères for proper traditional fondue made with authentic Vacherin Fribourgeois AOP cheese it's just incredible. In Triberg's Black Forest you can visit these family workshops where third-generation craftsmen show you how they make cuckoo clocks using techniques passed down for centuries. And if you're in Basel during winter don't miss the Morgestraich carnival it kicks off at exactly 4 AM and it's quite an experience.
Which natural areas should you visit beyond the big cities and how do you get there?
Take the cable car from Col du Pillon to Glacier 3000 it's just 45 minutes from Montreux and features this incredible peak-to-peak suspension bridge at 3000 meters up. The Black Forest National Park is fantastic with 10000 hectares of protected wilderness you can reach it on the Black Forest Railway from Offenburg. The Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO site is absolutely stunning take the historic cogwheel railway from Kleine Scheidegg it runs all year when weather permits. Don't miss Berchtesgaden National Park in Bavaria Germany's only Alpine national park you can catch hourly buses from Salzburg and take beautiful boat tours on Lake Königssee.
What local foods should you try and where can you find the real deal?
You've got to try proper Bavarian Schweinshaxe at Munich's Augustiner-Keller they slow-roast it for 4 hours using this recipe that's three centuries old. In Basel head to the historic Läckerli Huus bakery for authentic Basler Läckerli these amazing spiced honey cookies that are actually protected by law. When you're in Valais try real Raclette at places like Du Pont in Brig where they melt this AOP-certified cheese by an open fire just like they've always done. And make sure to get proper Rösti in Bern's Kornhauskeller it's this beautiful baroque granary where the dish actually started out as a farmer's breakfast.