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The Best of Switzerland 8 Days

8 days
Start and end in Zurich
5.0
309 traveler reviews

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 46
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Zurich

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner at hotel)
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  2. Day 2

    Liechtenstein - St. Moritz

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Orientation walk in Zurich Old Town
    • Sprüngli chocolate-praline tasting
    • Scenic drive along Lake Zurich and Lake Walen into the high Alps
    Landmarks
    Lake Zurich
    Lake Walen
    Confiserie Sprüngli
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  3. Day 3

    Lugano

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive along Lake Como en route to Lugano
    Landmarks
    Lake Como
    Piazza della Riforma
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  4. Day 4

    Täsch - Zermatt

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic mountain train ride from Täsch to Zermatt
    Landmarks
    Lake Maggiore
    Stresa
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  5. Day 5

    Täsch - Lake Geneva

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive through the vineyards and apricot groves of the lower Rhône Valley to Lake Geneva
    Landmarks
    Lake Geneva
  6. Day 6

    Lucerne

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Swiss working farm)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Bern
    • Lunch at a traditional Swiss working farm
    Landmarks
    Bern Altstadt (Old Town)
    Zytglogge (Clocktower)
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  7. Day 7

    Lucerne

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Lucerne including the Lion Monument, Old Town, and Chapel Bridge
    • Scenic railway ride to the top of Mount Pilatus
    • Special souvenir cap at Mount Pilatus
    Landmarks
    Lion Monument
    Chapel Bridge
    Mount Pilatus
    Lucerne Old Town
  8. Day 8

    Lucerne to Zurich

    Meals
    Breakfast
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Number of tours

446

Age Range

5 to 80 years old

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Response rate

88%

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Traveler Reviews

5.0
Overall rating based on 309 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.6
  • Transport
    4.6
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    4.2
  • Food
    3.7
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  • The Best of Switzerland 8 Days reviewer 1
    May 6th, 2024
    5.0
    This tour was excellent and indeed explored the Best of Switzerland. Initially we had apprehension at first because...
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    Traveled in April 2024
  • A
    October 25th, 2023
    5.0
    My first trip with Globus was a very pleasant experience. Peter the tour director is the ultimate professional making...
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    Traveled in October 2023
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  • A
    October 21st, 2023
    5.0
    Our trip was fantastic overall, just a few things will mention later.
    Traveled in October 2023
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  • A
    October 21st, 2023
    5.0
    This was certainly a fantastic tour. Just a few little things I need to comment on.
    Traveled in October 2023
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  • A
    October 19th, 2023
    5.0
    Our Trip with Globus to Switzerland was a very enjoyable experience and we are happy to say it exceeded our...
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    Traveled in October 2023
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  • A
    October 14th, 2023
    5.0
    Great tour that managed to incorporate seeing a lot of places in just a limited time.
    Traveled in October 2023
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  • A
    October 12th, 2023
    5.0
    Well planned with some extraordinary sites to visit. Always great food and lodging. Tour guide and bus driver were...
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    Traveled in October 2023
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  • A
    October 11th, 2023
    5.0
    Beautiful Tour of Switzerland. Tour Guide Pieter was the best. Hotels we stayed are all nice and spacious. Over all...
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    Traveled in October 2023
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  • A
    October 11th, 2023
    5.0
    Very organized! Our tour director was very considerate.
    Traveled in October 2023
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  • A
    October 11th, 2023
    5.0
    Everything wa amazing
    Traveled in October 2023
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    Janet

    Asked on January 2nd, 2025

    Could you be able to give me an approximate number of attendants in past years for the week of June 22? I am a bit unsure about the potential large group size.

    Group size
    • GlobusOperatorWritten January 2025

      Group size for our tours is typically 35-45 guests.

    • J

      Janet

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      For a couple, do I choose the single bed option, is that correct? I am confirming the single bed option sleeps two people. I know twin bed option sleeps one person.

    • GlobusOperatorWritten January 2025

      We can have either one bed (full,queen,king-wherever available) of two beds (usually twin, full, queen). Simply, just advise which room will need two beds and which rooms need one bed.

    • J

      Janet

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      We would need one room with a Queen or King. Two rooms with two twin beds in each.

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    Brooke

    Asked on June 28th, 2024

    Can you accommodate 3 travelers together for rooming?

    Accommodation
    Group size
    • GlobusOperatorWritten June 2024

      Yes, a triple room option is available.

    • GlobusOperatorWritten July 2024

      The date selected is fully booked. We do offer 3 people in one room as an option on some of our tours, however, its just the date that we cannot confirm.

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    Paula

    Asked on September 25th, 2023

    On this 8 day tour of Switzerland how many different hotels do you stay in?

    Accommodation
    Tour Details
    • GlobusOperatorWritten September 2023

      There are a total of 5 different hotels on this tour.

  • A

    Ashley

    Asked on December 1st, 2016

    How big is the group size of this tour?

    Group size
    • GlobusOperatorWritten December 2016

      This is a large group style tour with around 28-40 guests participating.

  • J

    Jean

    Asked on December 1st, 2016

    Is there an option to upgrade the accommodations?

    Accommodation
    • GlobusOperatorWritten December 2016

      As this tour is sold as a set package there is no option to upgrade. The hotels are on average 4 stars so should be very comfortable and accommodating.

  • D

    Diana

    Asked on September 1st, 2016

    Where and when does the tour end?

    Flights / Transfers
    • GlobusOperatorWritten September 2016

      The final day of the tour is a departure day so you're free to leave after checkout! The tour operator recommends that flights should be booked for no earlier than 10 am.

  • S

    Steven

    Asked on July 1st, 2016

    What language is this tour operated in?

    Other
    • GlobusOperatorWritten July 2016

      This tour is operated entirely in English.

  • A

    Alexandra

    Asked on May 1st, 2016

    Can I use my past passenger discount on this tour?

    Price / Availability
    • GlobusOperatorWritten May 2016

      Of course, all we would require is your past passenger booking number, and we can apply the Globus past passenger discount of 5% to your booking.

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Tour ID: 51293

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    Liechtenstein and Switzerland
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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before April 22nd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 22nd, 2026, a minimum payment of $250 is required to confirm your booking with Globus. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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