Christmas & New Year Tours in Switzerland
Swiss holidays deliver alpine magic ins spades! From exploring Zurich's festive markets, visiting mountain villages with snow, discovering Lucerne's decorated bridges, experiencing fondue dinners, and celebrating New Year in Alps, you’re seeing Switzerland when it's most beautiful. Try your hand at skiing or snowboarding, and see true beauty all around you. Winter at its finest!
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Martin • traveled in November, 2025
The tour was very comprehensive and an action packed 6 days. We saw so much of everything that was on offer in the towns that we visited. This trip was made so good by the wonderful tour guide, Vitalii. He was extremely caring and wanted to give us the best time. He went out of his way to accommodate ever persons wishes. Vitalii's knowledge of every area and attraction was simply outstanding.
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Rohit • traveled in June, 2025
My family and I had an amazing trip to Switzerland, thanks to WiseYatra. Switzerland itself was breathtakingly beautiful, and the impeccable planning and comfortable stays made our trip hassle-free and unforgettable. The team was there to help us for the smallest issues (for instance my mom forgot her charger and team WiseYatra arranged it for us by speaking to someone at the Hotel we were staying at in Zurich). Will travel with WiseYatra again, for sure!
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Khong • traveled in July
Very good preparation and detailed guidance for us to have our self-guided tour. Really the team and tour can help us save a lot of time and effort for preparation and make a plan ourselves. However, cost is a bit too high in my opinion, compared with if we do it alone ourselves in all steps.
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7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was our first tour trip ever and it was absolutely amazing. If your planning to tour Switzerland and see both city and countryside this is it!”
Lizet, traveled in June
Winter magic in Switzerland includes stays at Hotel Züri and Hotel Modern Times. Festive Gruyères, Trümmelbach Falls, and seasonal charm at Chillon Castle highlight the journey. Medieval towns and optional thermal bath visits in Les Bains de Lavey round out holiday itineraries.
Duration 7 days Destinations Zurich, Rhine Falls, Lucerne, Interlaken, Lake Geneva, Montreux, Vevey, Lausanne, Geneva Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Omega Tours From
- US$2,484
Swiss winter wonderland reveals Lauterbrunnen Valley's frozen waterfalls and snow-dusted medieval Gruyères. Four-star Hotel Cornavin in Geneva and Hotel Modern Times in Vevey provide comfort. Optional visits to Europe's highest railway station at Jungfraujoch add excitement.
Duration 6 days Destinations Geneva, Interlaken, Lake Geneva, Montreux, Vevey, Lausanne Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Omega Tours From
- US$2,411
December and January departures showcase Switzerland's winter landscapes with snow-covered Alpine peaks and Christmas markets in Zürich and Interlaken. Spend New Year's Eve beneath the Matterhorn in car-free Zermatt, then ride the Glacier Express through winter scenery.
Duration 12 days Destinations Zurich, Lucerne, St Moritz, Zermatt, Montreux, Interlaken Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From
- US$5,799
Duration 10 days Destinations Zurich, Lucerne, Grindelwald, Montreux, Zermatt, Chur Age Range Ages 18+ Operator STC Switzerland Travel Centre From
- US$2,917
This week-long trip brings you to winter wonderlands in the Bernese Oberland and holiday scenes along Lake Geneva during the festive season. See the Lauterbrunnen Valley with frozen Staubbach and Mürrenbach Falls, plus Giessbach Falls and the Panoramic Sigriswil Bridge.
Duration 7 days Destinations Zurich, Schaffhausen, Lucerne, Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, Bern, Gruyeres, Lake Geneva, Montreux, LausanneSee all destinations Age Range Ages 9+ Operator On The Go Tours From $3,000
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5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Was fruitful, enjoyable, with great planning from Wise Yatra.”
The snow-covered Mt. Titlis and festive markets in Zurich and Lucerne await. Guests stay at centrally located Holiday Inn Express Zurich and Drei Konige Lucerne, offering easy access to holiday celebrations and winter attractions.
Duration 9 days Destinations Zurich, St Gallen, Lucerne, Interlaken Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator WiseYatra From $3,056
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5 Days Trip to Switzerland (Stay in Lucerne and Zurich)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary was so well organised. We saw beautiful places and we be taking the home some great memories.”
Natalie, traveled in July
Winter festivities in Switzerland feature markets in Zurich and Lucerne. The snow-covered Mt. Titlis beckons via gondola, while frozen Rhine Falls amazes visitors. Holiday Inn Express and Ibis Styles offer cozy stays with holiday decorations.
Duration 5 days Destinations Zurich, Lucerne, Interlaken Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator WiseYatra From $1,664
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What our customers ask about Christmas & New Year Tours in Switzerland
What special Christmas & New Year celebrations can I experience in Switzerland?
Switzerland's winter season brings festive celebrations to cities across the country. The Zurich Main Station transforms into Europe's largest indoor Christmas market while the city's Silvesterzauber marks New Year's Eve with open-air celebrations. In Lucerne traditional markets line the historic Chapel Bridge and Montreux's lakeside fills with wooden chalets during Montreux Noël. Cities like Interlaken and Zermatt welcome the New Year with firework displays that light up the Alpine peaks.
What are the must-see Christmas attractions in Switzerland during the holiday season?
The Christmas season fills Switzerland with notable attractions. Montreux's market stretches along Lake Geneva while Zurich's Christkindlimarkt buzzes with activity at the central station. The medieval town of Gruyères hosts a traditional market and Chillon Castle glows with winter lights. Mt. Titlis offers winter activities and Lucerne's Chapel Bridge sparkles with holiday decorations. A TourRadar traveler notes: "Visiting Montreux's Christmas market with views of Lake Geneva and the snow-capped Alps was like stepping into a winter wonderland."
What kind of weather should I expect during Christmas & New Year in Switzerland?
Winter brings varied temperatures across Switzerland's regions. Cities like Zurich and Geneva typically see temperatures between 0-5°C (32-41°F) while mountain destinations such as Interlaken and Grindelwald often drop below -5°C (23°F). Snow is common at higher elevations including Jungfraujoch and Mt. Titlis creating ideal conditions for winter sports. A TourRadar traveler notes: "Despite the cold temperatures in Interlaken around -2°C the clear winter days offered breathtaking views of the snow-covered Eiger Mönch and Jungfrau peaks."
What unique Christmas activities can I experience during a Switzerland Christmas & New Year tour?
The holiday season offers distinctive experiences throughout Switzerland. Visitors can explore Christmas markets in Zurich's Old Town join fondue dinners at historic spots like Hotel Drei Könige in Lucerne watch New Year's fireworks over Lake Geneva and ride the Ice Flyer chairlift at Mount Titlis. One TourRadar traveler shares: "The Christmas atmosphere in Swiss villages was absolutely magical especially in car-free Wengen with its traditional decorations and snow-covered chalets."
Which Swiss cities are best for celebrating New Year's Eve?
Swiss cities welcome the New Year with distinct celebrations. Zurich's festivities center around Lake Zurich and the Limmatquai while Lucerne offers fireworks views from locations like Hotel Seiler au Lac. Montreux's lakeside promenade near Hotel Modern Times provides New Year celebrations with mountain views. A TourRadar traveler recalls: "Celebrating New Year's Eve in Zurich was unforgettable with amazing fireworks reflecting off the lake and the entire city coming alive with celebrations."
What special holiday accommodations are available during Christmas & New Year?
Hotels across Switzerland embrace the festive season. The Holiday Inn Express Zurich Airport and Hotel Drei Könige in Lucerne feature holiday decorations and special meals. Interlaken's Hotel da la paix offers winter ambiance with Swiss Christmas elements. Many properties including the Tralala Hôtel Montreux arrange Christmas Eve dinners and New Year's celebrations. TourRadar travelers highlight "the festive atmosphere at Hotel Modern Times in Vevey with its beautiful Christmas decorations and special holiday menus."
How far in advance should I book a Christmas & New Year tour in Switzerland?
Switzerland's peak winter season requires advance planning typically 6-8 months ahead. Popular accommodations such as Hotel Modern Times in Vevey and Holiday Inn Express Zurich Airport reach capacity early. Train tickets and mountain excursions to Jungfraujoch and Mount Titlis also book quickly. A TourRadar traveler advises: "We booked our Swiss Christmas tour 7 months ahead and were glad we did as many hotels and activities were fully booked closer to the date."