9-Day Best of Switzerland 2026

Tour Code 783-21085 Language English
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US$4650
¥31384
€4027
C$6517
Rs.442420

Highlights

All the Best of Switzerland with a side visit to Italy. What could be better? Your travels will take you to Lake Geneva for local wine, cheese and delicious desserts in Lavaux, Lord Byron’s enchanting Chillon Castle and the pretty town of Brienz for a masterclass in Swiss wood carving.
  • Discover Zürich, Bern, Zermatt, Stresa, Interlaken and Lucerne
  • Visit Chillon Castle and Brienz Woodcarving Museum
  • View the Matterhorn and Jungfrau mountains (weather permitting), Lake Maggiore, the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument in Lucerne
  • Scenic Train Ride from St. Moritz to Poschiavo by UNESCO-listed Rhaetian Railway
  • Zürich: Join Diana and her team of socially engaged local guides as you uncover the old town of Zürich on a walking tour that’s as fun as it is eye-opening. Along the way, you’ll hear local stories that spotlight issues like food insecurity and introduce you to the community change makers driving meaningful, lasting impact. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
  • Bourg-en-Lavaux: Enjoy Swiss hospitality with a vineyard owner and savor the flavors of local wines, cheeses and breads, all set against the enchanting views of the Lake Geneva.
  • Chillon Castle: The beautiful fortress of Chillon Castle, set on a rocky islet on Lake Geneva, is widely regarded as one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Europe. Following his walk through the dungeons in 1816, Lord Byron wrote the poem 'The Prisoner of Chillon'. Look out for his name, which he carved into a pillar.
  • Bernina Express: Ride the UNESCO-listed Rhaetian Railway from St. Moritz to Poschiavo. This engineering marvel climbs through the Swiss Alps, crossing viaducts and skirting the glaciers of Piz Bernina for one of Europe’s most scenic train journeys.
  • Lucerne: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the Lion Monument, Old Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe.
  • Brienz: Experience a meaningful cultural encounter as you discover the long-standing tradition of wood carving in this charming Swiss village. Gain insight into the craftsmanship, artistry, and heritage that have been passed down through generations in this celebrated alpine community.

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Price Includes

  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 8 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Lunch (L)
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Train from St. Moritz to Poschiavo
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized

Additional Notes

  • DAY 1: Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle Hotel is within a short walking distance from the airport and directly connected via an indoor tunnel. On arrival at Zurich airport, guests have to collect their luggage and once through customs, make their own way to the hotel.
  • DAY 9: Complimentary transfer arrives at Zurich Airport (ZRH) on the last day of the tour at 08:00.
  • Chargeable transfers available on the Departure in Zurich only. Guests who have booked their extra hotel nights with Trafalgar, or whose flight times do not coincide with the shuttle coach timings may purchase a chargeable transfer. However, guests booking independent hotel nights will make their own transfer arrangements.
  • ITINERARY CHANGE: Please note that from Summer 2026, the overnight location on Day 5 will change from Baveno to Locarno. The tour will still visit the Italian Lago Maggiore, where guests can join an Optional Experience to Isola Bella. After that, the group will drive approximately an hour up the road to Locarno.

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From
US$4650
¥31384
€4027
C$6517
Rs.442420
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