Majestic Switzerland
Majestic Switzerland
$10250
Majestic Switzerland
10 Days Starting and ending in Zurich, Switzerland
Visiting: Zürich, Vaduz, St. Moritz, Zermatt, Geneva, Lucerne
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Tour code:
G160ZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Special diets catered:
Please advise request
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey across Switzerland, from St. Moritz to Zermatt and Geneva, aboard the iconic Glacier Express. Indulge in a private after-hours visit to Lucerne’s Rosengart Museum, savoring sparkling wine amidst masterpieces by Picasso and Renoir. In St. Moritz, opt for a scenic hike with a Swiss Mountain Guide or a captivating wildlife talk. Relish contemporary elegance with Michelin-starred dining at La Chaumière in Geneva. Before departing lakeside Lucerne, enjoy a meaningful visit to the Swiss Transportation Museum in a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.
Choice Highlights
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- St Moritz: Join a nature guide and head out for a gentle mountain hike in the glorious alpine scenery.
- St Moritz: Immersed in the spectacular scenery of the Swiss Alps, listen to an engaging talk about the incredible local wildlife, including marmots, red deer and the golden eagle.
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Geneva: Visit the inspiring Red Cross Museum, dedicated to the globally recognised organization that was founded by Geneva's own Henri Dunant.
- Lake Geneva: Relax on a boat cruise as you glide on the pristine waters of Lake Geneva.
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Lucerne: On a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, visit the Swiss Transportation Museum, an interactive and engaging exhibition displaying a wide range of transport from luxury Monteverdi cars to alpine trains. Switzerland's natural ruggedness required a lot of effort to connect to the remote communities and the museum does a spectacular job in revealing not only the history, but glimpses into the future of transportation by showcasing sustainable forms of travel.
- Lucerne: Enjoy a visit with your Travel Concierge to see the two iconic monuments of Lucerne. The moving Lion Monument commemorates the Swiss Guards, and the picturesque Chapel Bridge connects the Old Town to the newer city, spanning the Reuss River.
Exceptional Dining
Zurich: Feel the warm hospitality of this stylish city, as you join your travel companions for a delicious dinner hosted at an atmospheric local restaurant. The Zunfthaus Zur Zimmerleuten is steeped in local history and charm.
St Moritz: Located in the heart of the glamorous ski resort of St. Moritz is the marvelous Restaurant Engiadina, where you'll sample local fare in the quietly elegant dining room. This is Alpine gourmet with a Swiss twist.
Bourg-en-Lavaux: Enjoy a private, breathtaking visit to a UNESCO-protected vineyard in the Lavaux region, where miles of terraces rise above the lake. Savor the experience with an exclusive wine tasting of these exceptional wines.
Geneva: Experience the quality and ?awless service of the Michelin-starred restaurant, La Chaumière. Savor fine cuisine prepared using the very best ingredients, featuring traditional dishes as well as more contemporary creations.
Gruyères: Sample an authentic fondue in the cheese capital of Switzerland. Gather around a bubbling pot of melted goodness and savor a truly Swiss dining experience with a chilled glass of wine.
Route de Broc: Chocolate-lovers will enjoy a truly immersive experience at Maison Cailler, in the village of Broc, that takes you through the history of the sweet in a multi-sensory tour. The chocolate manufacturer is one of the oldest in the world.
Lucerne: Cruise on Lake Lucerne before embarking on a scenic cable car ride to the summit of Mount Stanserhorn. Here, amid true Alpine majesty, your journey comes to a close with a fabulous Celebration Dinner at a panoramic rotating restaurant, offering breathtaking views.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Switzerland
Location: Zürich
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: AMERON Zurich Bellerive au Lac.
Meals Included: Dinner
Your Switzerland tour begins by private chauffeur to your lakeside hotel. Tonight, dine on traditional Swiss fare at an elegant local restaurant.
Day 2: Vaduz And St. Moritz Relaxed Start
Location: Vaduz
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski, St. Moritz.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Journey through picturesque Swiss countryside to Liechtenstein lined with stately medieval castles, quaint villages and dramatic mountains. Admire Vaduz Castle before ascending Julier Pass to Engadine Valley. Arriving in St. Moritz, soak in its jet-set atmosphere over dinner at Restaurant Engiadina.
Day 3: The Roof Of Europe Relaxed Start
Location: St. Moritz
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski, St. Moritz.
Meals Included: Breakfast
The dramatic peaks and sprawling meadows of St. Moritz come to life by joining a Local Wildlife Expert for insights into the resident wildlife of the surrounding areas. Or, a gentle mountain hike with a Swiss Mountain Guide will acquaint you with this picturesque landscape and its history.
Day 4: All Aboard The Glacier Express
Location: Zermatt
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mont Cervin Palace, Zermatt.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Take a breathtaking journey through the Swiss Alps to Zermatt aboard the Glacier Express. Sit back in your first-class seat and enjoy a lunch prepared on board, soaking up sensational views from your glass-domed carriage, as you wind through tunnels and bridges past the dramatic Matterhorn, towering Landwasser viaduct and picturesque castles rising out of the Rhine Gorge.
Day 5: Zermatt And Gornergrat Experience Relaxed Start
Location: Zermatt
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mont Cervin Palace, Zermatt.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Ascend Gornergrat Mountain on Europe’s highest open-air cogwheel railway. Bask in the dramatic scenery from larch and pine forests to colorful Alpine meadows. Cross dramatic bridges and plunge through tunnels emerging into panoramic views of mountain lakes. The summit finds you standing in awe of the Matterhorn.
Day 6: The Swiss Riviera To Geneva
Location: Geneva
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel d’Angleterre, Geneva.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Your scenic journey continues with dramatic views of the Rhone valley vineyards, passing ancient forts and medieval castles before bringing you to the charming town of Montreux. Continue your lake-side journey along the Swiss Riviera, drinking in the grandeur of the snowcapped French Alps and the Lavaux vineyards, considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, en route to Geneva.
Day 7: Highlights Of Geneva Relaxed Start
Location: Geneva
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel d’Angleterre, Geneva.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After a Relaxed Start, discover the best of Geneva on a short walking tour featuring the Floral Clock and the grand Reformation Monument. Personalise your day on a relaxing cruise across Lake Geneva or at the Red Cross Museum. The evening beckons with an elegant meal at Michelin-starred La Chaumière.
Day 8: La Gruyère And On To Lucerne
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mandarin Oriental Palace, Lucerne.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Savor gourmet delicacies beginning with a tour and tasting at famed chocolatier Maison Cailler and, in Gruyères, enjoy a sumptuous lunch of fondue. Your decadent day concludes in Lucerne with an exclusive after-hours tour of the Rosengart Collection followed by bubbly and canapes among Picasso’s masterpieces.
Day 9: Lovely Lucerne Relaxed Start
Location: Lucerne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mandarin Oriental Palace, Lucerne.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
At the Swiss Transportation Museum, learn about the future of sustainable travel in this engaging MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. As evening sets in, cruise on Lake Lucerne to Stans, where a futuristic cable car will carry you up Mount Stanserhorn. Bask in the Alpine views over a sumptuous meal at a panoramic, rotating restaurant.
Day 10: Farewell Lucerne
Location: Lucerne
Meals Included: Breakfast
Say a fond farewell to Switzerland before your private transfer to Zürich Airport.
What's Included
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Meals
Meals are included as detailed in the itinerary.
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Additional Services
Personal radio headsets are provided for visits to famous highlights, and complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi is available where possible.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Complimentary airport transfers are included on start and end dates and when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold.
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Fully Guided
You will be escorted by a Travel Concierge, serving as your expert guide and organizer.
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Dining Summary
The tour includes 4 dinners, 9 breakfasts, and 3 lunches.
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Additional Included Highlights
Hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and tips for included dining experiences are included.
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Curated Experiences
Enjoy free time in Montreux, a private tour of the Rosengart Collection, and a visit to the Swiss Transportation Museum.
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Magnificent Stays
Stay at the beautiful Hotel d’Angleterre in Geneva, combining British charm with Swiss hospitality.
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Passport Moments
Visit Liechtenstein, take the Glacier Express, and ride the Gornergrat cogwheel train.
What's Not Included
International TravelInternational travel to and from the destination is not included.
Dining Summary
4 Dinner (D)9 Breakfast (B)3 Lunch (L)
Additional Included Highlights
Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level. ?Included at all hotels.Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.?Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
Curated Experiences
: Enjoy free time in the traditional resort town of Montreux on Lake Geneva. Nestled between steep hills and the lakeside, it is known for its mild microclimate and the Montreux Jazz Festival.Lucerne: Wander the art-filled halls of the Rosengart Collection, where you’ll enjoy an after-hours private tour and drinks reception surrounded by the masterpieces of Chagall, Renoir, Kandinksy and Picasso.
Magnificent Stays
Geneva: Elegantly poised at the edge of Lake Geneva with magnificent views of the famous Jet d’Eau and Mont Blanc, the beautiful Hotel d’Angleterre effortlessly combines British charm with the finest Swiss hospitality. Each guest room and suite showcases elegant design, original artwork and thoughtful touches. Discover delicious international cuisine in Windows restaurant over-looking Lake Geneva, and relax with cocktails in the famous Leopard Bar and Cigar Lounge.
Passport Moments
: Visit Liechtenstein, known for being one of Europe's smallest countries and dotted with medieval castles, traditional villages and dramatic mountains. See Vaduz Castle, home to the Prince of Liechtenstein, ruler and descendent of one the world’s oldest noble families.Glacier Express: Take your first class seat onboard this world-famous train, the most spectacular way to travel through the Swiss Alps. Marvel at unrivaled views of snow-covered peaks, alpine villages and the Rhine Gorge, known as the Grand Canyon of Switzerland. Enjoy a three-course lunch on-board.Gornergrat: Ride Europe’s highest open-air cogwheel train to the summit of the mountain for a glimpse of some of Switzerland's highest peaks, Monte Rosa and the Matterhorn. The sunny observation platform of Gornergrat gives you an incredible view across 29 mountains all year round.Geneva: Join your Local Expert for a walking tour around remarkably cosmopolitan Geneva. Stop for photos at the alluring outdoor Floral Clock and admire the Reformation Monument in the Parc des Bastions. Hear more on the diplomatic history of the city.Lucerne: See the stirring Lion Monument carved from the rock, the pretty Old Town Hall, Chapel Bridge -- which is the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe -- and the quaint square of Weinmarkt with its Renaissance fountain.Lucerne: Take an evening cruise along Lake Lucerne to Stans.
Personalise your day
St Moritz: Join a nature guide and head out for a gentle mountain hike in the glorious alpine scenery.St Moritz: Immersed in the spectacular scenery of the Swiss Alps, listen to an engaging talk about the incredible local wildlife, including marmots, red deer and the golden eagle.Geneva: Visit the inspiring Red Cross Museum, dedicated to the globally recognised organization that was founded by Geneva's own Henri Dunant.Lake Geneva: Relax on a boat cruise as you glide on the pristine waters of Lake Geneva.Lucerne: On a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, visit the Swiss Transportation Museum, an interactive and engaging exhibition displaying a wide range of transport from luxury Monteverdi cars to alpine trains. Switzerland's natural ruggedness required a lot of effort to connect to the remote communities and the museum does a spectacular job in revealing not only the history, but glimpses into the future of transportation by showcasing sustainable forms of travel.Lucerne: Enjoy a visit with your Travel Concierge to see the two iconic monuments of Lucerne. The moving Lion Monument commemorates the Swiss Guards, and the picturesque Chapel Bridge connects the Old Town to the newer city, spanning the Reuss River.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with private chauffeur services, first-class seating on the Glacier Express, and Europe's highest open-air cogwheel railway. Enjoy seamless transfers and scenic journeys through the Swiss Alps, ensuring a comfortable and memorable travel experience.
Accommodation
Experience luxurious stays at renowned hotels such as the AMERON Zurich Bellerive au Lac, Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski in St. Moritz, Mont Cervin Palace in Zermatt, Hotel d’Angleterre in Geneva, and Mandarin Oriental Palace in Lucerne, offering a blend of elegance and comfort throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of dining experiences can I expect on the Majestic Switzerland tour?
The tour offers a variety of exceptional dining experiences, including a dinner in Zurich at a local restaurant, sampling local fare in St. Moritz, a choice of gourmet restaurants in Zermatt, dining at a Michelin-starred restaurant in Geneva, enjoying fondue in Gruyères, and a celebration dinner at a rotating restaurant on Mount Stanserhorn.
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Are airport transfers included in the Majestic Switzerland tour?
Yes, complimentary airport transfers are included on the start and end dates of the tour, as well as when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold.
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What unique transportation experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a journey on the Glacier Express through the Swiss Alps, a ride on the Gornergrat cogwheel train to the summit of the mountain, and a cruise on Lake Lucerne.
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What activities are available in St. Moritz during the tour?
In St. Moritz, you can choose between a gentle mountain hike with a Swiss Mountain Guide or listening to a talk about the local wildlife with a Local Wildlife Expert.
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What is the highlight of the visit to Geneva on the tour?
In Geneva, you can personalize your day with a relaxing cruise across Lake Geneva or a visit to the Red Cross Museum. The day concludes with an elegant meal at the Michelin-starred restaurant, La Chaumière.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on the tour?
The tour includes stays at luxurious hotels such as the AMERON Zurich Bellerive au Lac, Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski in St. Moritz, Mont Cervin Palace in Zermatt, Hotel d’Angleterre in Geneva, and Mandarin Oriental Palace in Lucerne.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Absolutely! We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifications. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.
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Which countries does Luxury Gold visit?
We offer incredible luxury trips in Europe, North America, South America, Hawaii, South-East Asia, the Indian sub-continent (including India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka), Australia and New Zealand.
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What other modes of transport does Luxury Gold use?
A Luxury Gold tour will include touring on high-speed trains, alpine cable cars, hydrofoils, river cruisers and horse-drawn carriages, in addition to our high-deck luxury coaches with extra legroom.
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Who travels with Luxury Gold?
We are delighted to welcome guests who have a shared love of travel, adventure, entertainment and exploration. A mix of solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends and family join us from all over the English-speaking world.
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What is the role of the Well-Being Director?
Working closely together with your Travelling Concierge, the Well-Being Director* will help make sure all necessary protocols are followed to ensure the health and wellbeing of all our guests. This includes our enhanced screening and hygiene protocols, complying with distancing and other requirements set by government authorities. They are also there to support our guests & answer any questions.
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