Switzerland: Fascinating Switzerland 7 Days
Zurich - Montreux - zermatt - lugano - Zurich
Matterhorn
itinerarY, prices & Inclusions
Day 1 Zurich - Gruyeres - Montreux
Travel from Zurich to Montreux. On the way stop to visit a local cheese maker in Gruyeres where you learn more about the cheese production. Then visit the Cailler Chocolate Factory with a chocolate tasting. Arrival in Montreux, which is a lovely city located on the shores of Lake Geneva.
Day 2 Montreux - Lausanne - Montreux
In the morning take the railway up to Rochers-de-Naye (2.000 m). A singular panoramic view awaits: over the Swiss and French Alps from Eiger to Mont-Blanc and further to Lake Geneva. Later continue to visit the wonderful Chillon Castle whose photos are present in almost each of Switzerland’s calendars. Next go to Lausanne. Lausanne is a picturesque city located on the shores of Lake Geneva surrounded by vineyards. Panoramic city tour and return to Montreux.
Day 3 Montreux - Zermatt
Travel to Zermatt. On our way we pass through the wine area of Sion. Then continue through the valley of the Rodano river to Täsch. Here you board a train to Zermatt, which is located at the foot of the impressive Mount Cervin.
Day 4 Zermatt
Free day to take an optional tour to the “Matterhorn Glacier Paradise” ,board the cable car (not included) to the top of the 3.883 meter "little" Matterhorn to enjoy a breathtaking view of Mount Cervin which is located just on the opposite side. A visit to the highest ice palace of the world is going to make this tour an extraordinary experience.
Day 5 Zermatt - Lugano
After breakfast return to Täsch by train. Today the route takes you over the Nufenenpass to later arrive in Lugano, which is located in Ticino, the italian speaking part of Switzerland. On a walking city tour you can discover this beautiful city and its historic center. Relax at the mediterranean squares or take a stroll along the boardwalk on the shores of Lake Lugano.
Day 6 Lugano - Verzasca Valley - Ascona - Lugano
Tour to the impressive Verzasca Valley, located in the mountains above Lugano. It highlights the dam of Verzasca and the picturesque bridge of “Ponte de Salti” that crosses the magical jade green waters of the river. Continue to Ascona. Stroll through the narrow streets with its old houses, boutiques, restaurants and art galleries. In the afternoon return to Lugano.
Day 7 Lugano - Bellinzona - Giornico - Zurich
After breakfast travel to Bellinzona, the Ticino’s capital. This historic city is well known for its impressive medievals castles that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage. Visit the castle Castel Grande one of the biggest ones you can find in Bellinzona. The castle stands on a rocky promontory in a strategic position that allowed control over the Ticino valley and thus over the transit routes through the Alpine passes. Continue to Giornico which was one of the most important villages regarding stopover for pilgrims and travelers on the historic Gotthard Trail. The tour ends in Zurich.
Prices based on minimum of two person traveling using:
Self Drive
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Jan 01 2026 Mar 31 2027 $3,209 per person $4,049
Private Tour option with guide
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Jan 01 2026 Mar 31 2027 $10,339 per person $11,179
Fascinating Switzerland, 7 days
Classic tour from/to Zurich, private with guide or self-drive.
Your days
- Day 1 Zurich to Gruyères for a cheese maker visit and the Cailler chocolate factory, then Montreux on Lake Geneva.
- Day 2 Cogwheel railway up the Rochers-de-Naye, Chillon Castle, and a Lausanne city tour.
- Day 3 Through the Valais wine country to Täsch, then the train to car-free Zermatt below the Matterhorn.
- Day 4 A free day in Zermatt, with the optional cable car to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.
- Day 5 Over the Nufenen Pass to Lugano in Italian-speaking Ticino for a walking tour.
- Day 6 The Verzasca Valley and its dam, the Ponte dei Salti bridge, and lakeside Ascona.
- Day 7 Bellinzona's UNESCO castles and Giornico, then back to Zurich, where the tour ends.
Private tour includes
- Accommodation in 4-star hotels with daily breakfast
- Transport by car or minivan with an English-speaking driver-guide throughout
- Visits and excursions as listed
- Cogwheel railway Montreux – Rochers-de-Naye
- Admission to Chillon Castle and Castelgrande in Bellinzona
- Visits to a Gruyères cheese maker and the Cailler chocolate factory
- Train tickets Täsch – Zermatt – Täsch in 2nd class
Self-drive includes
- Accommodation in 4-star hotels with daily breakfast
- Economy-category rental car with A/C and unlimited mileage
- Mandatory car insurance
Not included on self-drive: fuel, parking, guides and entrance fees, GPS, winter tires, child seats and the motorway vignette. Drivers must present a physical national and international driver's license and a credit card in the driver's name.
Prices in US dollars per person, based on a minimum of 2 travellers. Single occupancy is the per-person price for a traveller in their own room within a booking of 2 or more. Daily departures, Jan 1, 2027 – Mar 31, 2028, subject to availability. International airfare not included. Private tours for 4 or 6 travellers are priced lower, so ask us for a quote.
Departure dates: Daily
INCLUSIONS - For Self-Drive option (without guide)
. Accommodation and daily breakfast in all hotels
. Economy-category rental car
. Unlimited mileages, A/C
. Mandatory insurances (please ask for details)
Important: National and international driver's license must be presented in physical form (not digital). The credit card must be in the driver's name. Virtual cards and debit cards are not accepted.
INCLUSIONS - For private tour option (with guide)
. Accommodation and daily breakfast in all hotels
. Transportation by car or minivan during the entire tour
. English speaking driver-guide during the entire tour
. Visits and excursions as mentioned
. Train ticket cog-railway Montreux - Rochers-de Naye - Montreux
. Admission to Chillon Castle and to Castel Grande castle (Bellinzona)
. Visit to a local cheese maker in Gruyeres and the Chocolate factory
. Train ticket Täsch-Zermatt-Täsch in 2nd class
EXCLUSIONS
• Gas, parkings, speeding fines, winter tires, gps, child seat, Personal expenses, International airfare, Visa fees
• Customary gratitude to your guide and driver.
