Spectacular Switzerland

4.3/5 Based on 4 Reviews No Booking FeesDedicated Travel Advisor
Fully Guided Coach Group Scenic Jungfrau Railway
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 Trip Length
9 Days
 Trip Starts
Zurich
 Trip Finishes
Zurich
9 Day Spectacular Switzerland Itinerary (Globus)
Countries Explored: Switzerland, France
Trip Operator
Trip Style
Land Journey
Departures
Accommodation
4 - 4.5 Star
Max. Group Size
44
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
ZH

Overview

Read 4 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Globus 9 Day Spectacular Switzerland. Chocolate and Cheese. Alps and Alp horns. Precision timepieces and timeless scenery. There is so much to yodel about in sweet and scenic Switzerland. With snow-dusted peaks in view from Zurich to Geneva to Lucerne, this uplifting tour of Switzerland has many elevating experiences in store. A stroll through the13th-century Gruyères Castle, a drive through the picturesque vineyards of the “Swiss Riviera,” and a tasting at the delectable Maison Cailler chocolate factory are just...read more the beginning of your delightful ascent. You’ll also visit the resort towns of Gstaad and Interlaken before heading via mountain train to the “Top of Europe,” the nickname for Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station at more than 11,000 feet. This Alpine wonderland of ice and snow, complete with multiple viewing terraces and an Ice Palace, is not just high in elevation—it’s the highlight of this spectacular Swiss journey.

Itinerary

Welcome to Zurich!

At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)

Swiss Strolls in Geneva

ZURICH: An orientation walk in the Old Town includes the Fraumunsterkirche.

BIEL/BIENNE: Enjoy free time at the historical district.

NEUCHATEL: Free time for lunch en route to Geneva. (B) 174 mi / 280 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT - CITY SIGHTS: Fall in love with Zurich with a walk through the Altstadt - its Old Town, in the historic heart of the city. See the guild houses and historic squares that span both sides of the Limmat River. Gracing the shore is the famous Fraumunsterkirche, with its signature green steeple marking the skyline above stained-glass windows designed by masters Chagall and Giacometti.

Grandeur in Geneva

GENEVA: Guided sightseeing includes Reformation Park and a walk through the Old Town. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT - HISTORY & TRADITION: Explore Geneva's Old Town where the imposing St. Peter's Cathedral stands in the city of the Reformation. Discover fascinating stories along the small cobblestone streets and small squares, as well as secret passages. See the Parc des Bastions where giant statues of the leading figures of the Reformation are carved into the great wall - engraved with Geneva's motto, 'Post Tenebras Lux' (Light After Darkness).

How Sweet it Is

EVIAN-LES-BAINS: Enjoy free time to browse.

GRUYERES: Visit the castle and enjoy lunch with local specialties and a traditional dessert with meringue and double creme.

BROC: Visit Maison Cailler Swiss chocolate factory for a tasting. (B/L/D) 87 mi / 140 km

LOCAL FAVOURITE - LOCAL TASTES: Meringue a la creme and Swiss chocolate are two perfect pleasures we can't resist! Capture the tradition of the medieval hilltop Castle of Gruyeres with the double sweetness of creme and meringue. Later sink your sweet tooth into Maison Cailler's decadent delicacies when you visit their famous chocolate factory.

Spectacular Switzerland

GSTAAD: Orientation walk and free time to browse.

INTERLAKEN: Free time to explore.

GRINDELWALD: Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening. (B) 87 mi / 140 km

FREE TIME TIPS - EXPLORE MORE: Grindelwald has been attracting visitors since the 18th century, a popular hub for those wishing to explore the Bernese Oberland, an area renowned for stunning scenery and unspoilt nature. During the winter months the area is a top ski destination, and Grindelwald is Switzerland's largest ski resort.

The Top of Europe

GRINDELWALD: Join an excursion to the Jungfrau Massif with a mountain train ride to the summit, Ice Palace, and receive your Jungfrau Passport. Enjoy free time to explore. (B/D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT - EPIC RIDE: An unforgettable journey to the Jungfraujoch, often called the "Top of Europe." Disembark at Europe's highest railway station and spend time exploring. Visit the Ice Palace where artists have created incredible ice sculptures. Enjoy 360 degree cinematic experience of the Jungfrau Panorama and don't miss the chance to take the ultrafast lift to the Sphinx Observatory to get a fantastic view of the longest glacier in the Alps.

Alpine Attraction

BERNE: Guided walking tour includes a stop at Bear Park, panoramic views of the city from the Rose Garden and the Old Town. Free time for lunch.

LUCERNE: Enjoy free time late this afternoon and evening. (B) 112 mi / 180 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT - CITY SIGHTS: BarenPark (Bear Park) is home to Pyrenean brown bears (after which the town is named). This hillside habitat in Berne differs greatly from the bear pit of 1191 when Duke Berthold V vowed to name the town after the first animal his hunt found in the nearby woods. The first records of bears being kept in the city date back to 1513 when soldiers brought live bears home as spoils of war. Fast forward to the modern day as the inhumane bear pit of the 16th century has evolved into a 6,000 square-metre natural habitat alongside the Aar River.

Bridging History

LUCERNE: Walking tour includes the Lion monument, the Old Town, and the Chapel Bridge. Farewell dinner this evening at a local restaurant. (B/D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT - CITY SIGHTS: See the symbol of Lucerne at the famous Kapellbrucke (Chapel Bridge), the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe. Originally built in 1365, the bridge includes the Wasserturm (water tower) that once served as a prison. Today, this the world-famous timber bridge is Lucerne's most photographed landmark.

Safe travels until we meet again!

Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. A complimentary morning transfer to Zurich Airport. in time for homebound flights leaving no earlier than 10 am. Extra nights are available in Zurich. (B) 42 mi / 68 km

Trip Inclusions

We've packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world's most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.

  • 8 Breakfasts
  • 1 Lunches
  • 5 Dinners

  • Zurich Renaissance Zurich Tower (Superior First-Class)
  • Zurich Sheraton Zurich (Superior First-Class)
  • Geneve Royal Manotel (First-Class)
  • Charmey Cailler (First-Class)
  • Grindelwald Sunstar Hotel (First-Class)
  • Lucerne Astoria (First-Class)

  • Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
  • Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
Sightseeing & VIP Access
Sightseeing & VIP Access

Don't waste your precious time qeuing up, skip the lines with special VIP access at the must-see sites. Read more

Expert Local Guides
Expert Local Guides

Travel with expert Tour Directors and Local Guides who share their vast knowledge of the destination. Read more

Culture Through Cuisine
Culture Through Cuisine

Globus has the recipe for a great holiday. Savour the flavours of Europe through its regional cuisine. Read more

Superior Hotels
Superior Hotels

Globus picks hotels picked on their centralised location, so you'll stay right in the heart of the destination. Read more

Travel in Style
Travel in Style

Globus' coaches offer one of the most comfortable, stress-free and eco-friendly ways to travel. Read more

Local Favourites
Local Favourites

Do as the locals do and enjoy unique experiences that you wouldn't find touring on your own. Read more

Trip Reviews (4) Most Recent 'Spectacular Switzerland' Reviews

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Comprehensive tour of beautiful Switzerland 0 , WA, Australia, Jul 2019
Firstly a big thank you to Jemma and Global Journeys for assisting us in booking this holiday. Just a joy to deal with. As for the tour, it covers much of Switzerland which is scenic and lovely. Of particular mention are classic and opulent Zurich, historic Geneva, charming Yvoire, the wonderful Alps including cheese, chocolate and even swimming, spectacular ...read more Jungfrau and romantic Lucerne. Hotels are good, the food is... well Swiss. All in all, a great introduction to this amazing place.
9 Day Spectacular Switzerland 1 , QLD, Australia, Jul 2018
The tour was varied and interesting. We enjoyed the different excursions and modes of travel. One thing that was disappointing was the Swiss dinner, we were jammed in like sardines. It was a very good tour.
Wonderful scenery 0 , NSW, Australia, Aug 2017
On this coach tour with Globus we only had 20 people. Had a great time. Zurich to Geneva is completely different from Geneva to Zurich. I actually went to see the later scenery and the Alps and I was not disappointed. Magic! Thoroughly enjoyed the whole trip. Passengers were great and Valeria (tour director) was a wealth of knowledge. She was ...read more on the ball and went our of her way to make sure everyone was catered for . We had an excellent driver. Itinerary faultless.
Great trip in Switzerland   0 , WA, Australia, May 2017
Switzerland was a great trip. The tour director, a Erik, and driver Franko were wonderful to all the guests. They were polite and friendly. All the hotels were not great especially when compared with this in Asia and Turkey. Tour guides used during the tour were very knowledgeable.

The Scandinavian tour was also very good and I recommend it to ...read more future travellers. A suggestion is that a night and day us spent in Gothenburg as it is so beautiful but we did not have an opportunity to see the city. Again the tour director, Chris, and driver pieto, were good, friendly, courteous and helpful.
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