Contrasts of Switzerland (8 Days)
- Tour Operator:
- Trafalgar
- Max group size:
- 50
- Age range:
- 5 to 99
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 83125
- Hygiene Measures:
- Included
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Admire alpine views from the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne
- Visit the highest point in Europe at Jungfraujoch
- Visit the highest point in Europe at Jungfraujoch
- Admire sweeping lake vistas from your room in Zermatt
- Stop by stunning Interlaken in the heart of the Swiss Alps
- Chug along one of the most unforgettable rail journeys
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Welcome to Zürich
- Day 2 Onwards by Train to St. Moritz
- Day 3 Catch the Glacier Express to Zermatt
- Day 4 Zermatt at Leisure
- Day 5 A Train Journey to Lakeside Geneva Connect with Locals
- Day 6 Journey on the Golden and Brünig Pass to Interlaken and Lucerne
- Day 7 Explore Medieval Lucerne
- Day 8 Journey Home
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Operated by Trafalgar
Trafalgar has been hand crafting unique guided holidays for nearly 70 years. They were the first to introduce travellers to the local experience and continue today where destinations come to life through their hand-picked insider experiences. They pave the way by presenting locals who share their stories, culture, and cuisine With over 230 holidays in Europe, North, Central & South America, Australia, New Zealand and Asia Trafalgar offers new ways to travel every year. Choose between 11 travel styles created to satisfy even the most travelled individual. So whether you wish to explore in an intimate group to less visited destinations or travel with your entire family, Trafalgar offers the perfect range of tours that tailors to your needs.
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodGood
- MBMarline· August 22nd, 2023Had an amazing time in Switzerland and met new wonderful friends. Trafalgar did a great job. Everything was organized and safety was top priority. Will travel with Trafalgar again.
Trafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for sharing your Switzerland experience with us. We are pleased our On Road team allowed you to witness the stunning attractions in Switzerland and immerse yourself in the Switzerland culture. It is great to read that you have arrived home... Show moreTrip date: August 2023 - MNMargaret· May 16th, 2023There were several things to like or dislike - we had a great tour guide with us the entire trip - but the group was just too big, especially for a tour that involved frequently getting on & off trains in a hurry,Trafalgar commented on this reviewWe appreciate your comments regarding your Switzerland experience with us. We are thrilled to read that our Travel Director shared their passion for travel to make it a memorable trip. We are sorry that you were not well informed at the time of the... Show moreTrip date: May 2023
Matthew· September 18th, 2022My wife and I had a really fun time on the tour. We saw a great deal and enjoyed experiencing the different regions of Switzerland. Our tour guide Stephanie was excellent. She was always available for questionsTrafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for sharing such positive feedback regarding your trip experience with our Travel Director. We recognise the importance of having a professional Travel Director travelling with our valuable guests to deliver incredible trips, and we are beyond... Show moreTrip date: September 2022- MEMICHAEL· July 16th, 2022Great tour of Switzerland. Lots of daily train travel.Trip date: June 2022
- JCJoseph· July 12th, 2022Such a wonderful experience. Craig made the trip smooth and educated us on all things Switzerland. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see SwitzerlandTrip date: June 2022
- KBKaren· May 4th, 2022The tour was excellent. Our tour guide, Agnas, was excellent. She was very informative, sweet , and accomodating.Trip date: April 2022
- YUYvonne· September 30th, 2021Well coordinated and tour director was fabulous. Wonderful way to see the beauty of Switzerland but would have liked an additional layover day in Lake Geneva.Trip date: September 2021
- PMPaul· September 21st, 2021Tour Director Colette was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and extremely helpful. Wellness Director Eric was also great keeping us 'blessed' with hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes. We all returned home with negative Covid test results thanks to him.... Show moreTrip date: September 2021
- PCPatrick· September 30th, 2019All of the hotels exceed expectations. Stephanie was a wonderful and amusing guide and we managed to see the highlights of the toor in reasonable weatherTrafalgar commented on this reviewAt Trafalgar, we make certain that each hotel brings something to your trip, and that’s why we are pleased to learn that the accommodations on this trip thoroughly exceeded your expectations. Furthermore, we are happy to know that your Travel Director,... Show moreTrip date: September 2019
- MMmanohar· July 31st, 2019We paid almost full price for 5 and 7 year old and we did not get meals that they prefer to eat like child’s manu and we had to pay extra to get them child’s manu. Tour was suppose to start and end in Zurich but it ended in Lucerne , because we were... Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on the Contrasts of Switzerland guided holiday with Trafalgar. To begin, we sincerely regret to learn that your overall experience was anything short of exceptional, given that the complete... Show moreTrip date: July 2019
Dates & Availability
Pay-by-instalments
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- On RequestSunday7 Apr, 2024Sunday14 Apr, 2024EnglishMultiple Room Types$4,6500% Interest Instalments
- -10%Get Instant ConfirmationSunday14 Apr, 2024Sunday21 Apr, 2024EnglishMultiple Room Types$4,650$4,1850% Interest Instalments
- -10%On RequestSunday21 Apr, 2024Sunday28 Apr, 2024EnglishMultiple Room Types$4,650$4,1850% Interest Instalments
- -10%Get Instant ConfirmationSunday28 Apr, 2024Sunday5 May, 2024EnglishMultiple Room Types$4,650$4,1850% Interest Instalments
- On RequestSunday5 May, 2024Sunday12 May, 2024EnglishMultiple Room Types$4,6500% Interest Instalments
- On RequestSunday12 May, 2024Sunday19 May, 2024EnglishMultiple Room Types$4,6500% Interest Instalments
- On RequestSunday19 May, 2024Sunday26 May, 2024EnglishMultiple Room Types$4,6500% Interest Instalments
- Sunday26 May, 2024Sunday2 Jun, 2024EnglishBased on TwinSee Similar Tours For These Dates$4,650
- -10%Get Instant ConfirmationSunday2 Jun, 2024Sunday9 Jun, 2024EnglishMultiple Room Types$4,650$4,1850% Interest Instalments
- On RequestSunday9 Jun, 2024Sunday16 Jun, 2024EnglishMultiple Room Types$4,6500% Interest Instalments
Frequently Asked Questions
- When and where does the tour end?
This tour ends after breakfast at Astoria in Lucerne, where train transfers are provided to Zurich airport at 8 am. It's time to say a fond farewell to Switzerland and your newfound friends, at the end of an unforgettable tour! Please be aware that the hotel is subject to change until your final documents are released.
- When and where does the tour start?
Day 1 of this tour is an arrivals day, which means that you can arrive at Radisson Blu in Zurich anytime during the day. Explore Zurich's mix of ancient heritage and modern energy during your orientation tour before joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers in the evening for a Welcome Reception. Please be aware that the meeting hotel is subject to change until your final documents are released.
- Do you arrange airport transfers?
When you arrive in Zurich, Hotel Radisson Blu is only a short walk from the airport terminal so transfers will not be provided. For your departure from Lucerne to Zurich Airport your Travel Director will give you tickets for the short train journey, which can be used at your convenience for the onward journey. The departure train transfer leaves at 8 am on the last day of the tour.
- What are the optional excursions?
The optional excursions for this tour are:
Bernina Express Discovery. Adult Price: FR.75.00
Zermatt Dinner Experience. Adult Price: FR.86.00
Klein Matterhorn Excursion. Adult Price: FR.119.00
Lake Geneva Cruise with Meal. Adult Price: FR.94.00
Swiss Folklore Evening And Dinner. Adult Price: FR.99.00
Mount Stanserhorn And Lake Cruise. Adult Price: FR.112.00
Swiss Countryside & Carriages. Adult Price: FR.67.00
Please note that this list is a guideline only and all prices are subject to change. - Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?
Of course, we can! Once you have a confirmed booking on this tour, we can request additional accommodation for you with the tour operator.
- I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?
If you are travelling solo on this tour, a mandatory single supplement will be added to your booking.
- Is there a hotel list available?
All accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. After the booking is made you will be issued your final trip documents with your specific accommodation details. This is a list of accommodations that they typically stay at, but please be advised that they are subject to change:
Radisson Blu
Reine Victoria
Monte Rosa/Ambassador
Warwick
Astoria
Hopefully, this list will give you a better idea of what kind of accommodation you can expect while on tour. - Are the flights included?
Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. If you have not already booked your flights we recommend checking out the following link which is powered by Skyscanner - https://flights.tourradar.com
- Do I need a visa?
As a tour booking website, TourRadar cannot organise visas for you on your behalf as the visa requirements are regularly being updated and vary for the nationality of one traveller to the next. It is for this reason that we recommend checking with your local embassy or consulate website for the latest up to date information.
- Will you take care of all bags from trains to hotels and vice versa?
There will be a porter service available in every accommodation throughout your tour.
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