A 12 Day Luxury Tour of Switzerland

Private Transfers and 1^st Class Rail from St. Moritz to Zermatt.

Upon check out today you will meet with your driver for a private transfer to St. Moritz Rail Station. We include 1st class tickets and reserved seats on the train to Zermatt and on arrival at Zermatt, you will be assisted to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.

Glacier Express: A rail journey through the Swiss Alps has never been so luxurious. In the Excellence Class we guarantee you a window seat and a superb panoramic view while travelling across 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels between St. Moritz and Zermatt. Upon arrival in Zermatt you will be met by an english speaking assistant and transferred to your hotel.

2 nights at Omnia Hotel in a Double Mountain View Room inclusive of breakfast.

This stately hotel with wood siding is 12 minutes' walk from the closest gondola lift, 10 minutes on foot from the Gornergrat alpine railway and 13 km from the Matterhorn.

Free Day in Zermatt

Zermatt, in southern Switzerland’s Valais canton, is a mountain resort renowned for skiing, climbing and hiking. The town, at an elevation of aroun d 1,600m, lies below the iconic, pyramid-shaped Matterhorn peak. Its main street, Bahnhofstrasse is lined with boutique shops, hotels and restaurants, and also has a lively après-ski scene.

Assistance to Rail, 1^st Class Tickets and Private Transfers - Zermatt to Bern.

Check out and let the hotel reception know what time your train is departing and they will book the shuttle for you to Zermatt Rail Station. We include 1st class tickets and reserved seats on the train to Bern, please note it is necessary to change trains in Visp. Upon arrival in Bern, you will be met by an English-speaking assistant and transferred to your hotel.

Bern, the capital  city of Switzerland, is built around a crook in the Aare River. It traces its origins back to the 12th century, with medieval architecture preserved in the Altstadt (Old Town). The Swiss Parliament and diplomats meet in the Neo-Renaissance Bundeshaus (Federal Palace). The Französische Kirche (French Church) and the nearby medieval tower known as the Zytglogge both date to the 13th century.

2 nights at Hotel Bellevue Palace Bern in a Double Deluxe Room inclusive of breakfast

A 2-minute walk from shopping on Marktgasse in the Old Town, this palatial 19th-century hotel is also a 6-minute walk from both the Gothic Bern Minster cathedral and the Einsteinhaus museum in Albert Einstein's former home.

Private Walking Tour of Bern

We include a private guided walking tour of Bern with a local English-speaking guide today. Bern - in contrast to most European capitals, is not obviously international in any way and despite playing the host to the nation's politicians, the city retains a relaxed, small-town charm. At literally every step of your walk in this very Swiss city, you will find out about all the important moments in the history of the whole country.

Bern: The picturesque Old Town can be visited no matter what the weather, the main streets are lined with covered arcades (6 km. - 3. 5 miles in length). Medieval and baroque facades blend harmoniously and the special look of the houses are complemented by amazing fountains and former fortification towers. As you admire all the architectural details, you'll understand why it's on the UNESCO list. To make sure you don't forget you're travelling through the Alpine countryside, in good weather we will be able to enjoy great views of the mountains from special viewing platform.

The tour takes about 2.5 hours and you will see the following sites: Town Hall (Rathaus), Chuch of St. Peter and Paul, Zytglogge (Clock Tower) and Käfigturm (Prison Tower) -medieval towers, Bern Minster and Münster Plattform (Minster Terrace) -viewing point, Bärengraben (Bear Pit), Nydeggbrücke (Nydegg bridge) and Untertor bridge, Rose Garten (Rosengarten), Bundeshaus (Federal Palace) and Bundesplatz (Federation Square), Einsteinhaus (Einstein House), 11 Renaissance allegorical statues on fountains, Stadttheater Bern (Bern Theatre) and Great Granary (Grosses Kornhaus) and the Noble city buildings and residences.

Assistance to Rail 1^st Class Tickets from Bern to Interlaken.

After breakfast and check out, meet with your porter in the hotel lobby to assist you to the Bern train station (a short 100 metres walk). We include 1st class reserved seats on the train from Bern to Interlaken.  Upon arrival in Interlaken you will be met by an english speaking assistant and transferred to your hotel.

Interlaken is a traditional resort town in the mountainous Bernese Oberland region of central Switzerland. Built on a narrow stretch of valley, between the emerald-colored waters of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, it has old timber houses and parkland on either side of the Aare River. Its surrounding mountains, with dense forests, alpine meadows and glaciers, has numerous hiking and skiing trails.en.

2 nights at Victoria Jungfrau in a Deluxe Suite with Jungfrau View inclusive of breakfast.

A 7-minute walk from Interlaken West train station, this polished 19th-century hotel is 3 km from Burgseeli lake.

Private Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Tour from Interlaken

This morning meet a private expert local guide for a tour to the top of Europe, magnificent views and a wonderful experience to Jungfrau.  In the evening return to Interlaken for leisure time.

A must for a visit in Switzerland is Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe in the Bernese Alps, connecting the two four-thousander peaks Jungfrau and Mönch, at an elevation of 3,466 metres (11,371 ft) above sea level. It’s part of the Jungfrau-Aletsch area, belonging to the UNESCO world heritage site. An aerial cableway and a cogwheel train connects the Jungfraujoch with Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. Since 1912, this fantastic glacier world is accessible by cogwheel train.

Private Transfer from Interlaken to Lucerne

After breakfast this morning you will be met and privately transferred to Lucerne with a local driver/guide. Upon arrival in Lucerne you will check into your hotel.

Lucerne, a compact city in Switzerland known for its preserved medieval architecture, sits amid snowcapped mountains on Lake Lucerne. Its colorful Altstadt (Old Town) is bordered on the north by 870m Museggmauer (Musegg Wall), a 14-century rampart. The covered Kapellbrücke (Chapel Bridge), built in 1333, links the Aldstadt to the Reuss River's right bank.

3 nights at Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern in a Junior Suite Lake view inclusive of breakfast.

A 6-minute walk from the Luzern S-Bahn stop, this refined, Roccoco-style hotel, built in 1845, is a 5-minute walk from the iconic Kapellbrücke covered bridge and a 12-minute walk from the renowned Lion Monument carved into a rock face.

Luzern City Tour With Lake Cruise

This morning, meet your English-speaking guide in the hotel lobby, for a private three-hour tour of Lucerne including chocolate tasting. Stroll across the world-renowned Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke) and perhaps visit one of the first Baroque churches in Switzerland, Jesuit Church. Marvel at the dynamic design of the Culture and Congress Centre and delve into atmospheric tangles of back streets and ambient squares. Gain fascinating insight into the history of Lucerne and customize your itinerary by discussing your interests with your private guide on your tour so they may advise what is feasible. Your tour will conclude at the Old Swiss House. Your guide recommends ending your tour at this restaurant because Wiener Schnitzel is cooked for you at your table. Your meal is not included, and should you choose to dine here, the meal is payable direct. Remainder of the day is free to explore at your leisure.

Private Guided Tour to Mount Pilatus

Meet this morning in the hotel lobby with an English-speaking guide for a full day tour (7 hours) to Mount Pilatus. Boat tickets, train passes and all transportation services are included. Spend an afternoon in the Swiss Alps during this seasonal trip to Mt Pilatus from Lucerne. Your round-trip journey includes a 30-minute panoramic gondola ride from Kriens to Fräkmüntegg terminus plus an ascent by aerial cableway to the peak of Mt Pilatus. After free time at the summit, take the world's steepest cogwheel train down to Alpnachstad, where you’ll board a boat for a 1-hour scenic cruise on the tranquil waters of Lake Lucerne. Enjoy commentary from your guide during your transport. Return to your hotel in the evening.

Private Transfer from Lucerne to Zurich

After breakfast today meet a local driver for a transfer to Zurich.  Upon arrival you will check into your hotel.

Zurich, a global center for banking and finance, lies at the north end of Lake Zurich in northern Switzerland. The picturesque lanes of the central Altstadt (Old Town), on either side of the Limmat River, reflect its pre-medieval history. Waterfront promenades like the Limmatquai follow the river toward the 17th-century Rathaus (town hall).

2 nights at La Réserve Eden au Lac Zurich in a Deluxe Lake View Room inclusive of breakfast

In a grand 1900s building opposite Lake Zurich, this premium hotel by renowned designer Philippe Starck is a 5-minute walk from Zürich Opera House and 12 km from Zurich Airport.

Private Guided Tour of Zurich

Meet your English-speaking guide this morning in your hotel lobby for a tour of Zurich by luxury vehicle. Your private tour of the cultural Swiss city will include a guided city walk, a lake cruise, a cogwheel train ride, and a visit to the Lindt and Sprüngli chocolate shop. Admire legendary landmarks and historical monuments like the Bahnhofstrasse and the charming Old Town while enriching your knowledge of the region’s rich history. See the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, the place Albert Einstein imparted his wisdom, and Zürich's art museum on your way to the charming Old Town. Admire the medieval streets, the patriarchal guild houses, Zürich's town hall and its emblematic churches on an entertaining stroll. Take a tranquil cruise on the shimmering surface of Lake Zurich. No visit to Switzerland would be complete without taking home some Swiss chocolate.

Private Transfer To Zurich Airport

This morning be ready in your hotel lobby for a private transfer to Zurich Airport for your flight home.

All our suggested tours are created by locals, using years of country knowledge. It’s your tour though. That’s why any of our itineraries can be tailored to exactly suit your needs. And that might mean fitting it to your budget. Do you have a particular destination in mind, We can include any specific request, so please ask.

The Cost for this Wonderful Private Tour based on 2 Guests sharing a room ranges from €11,995 - €13,995 per person sharing.

What is included in your European experience with Luxury European Tours

Hotels: You’ll enjoy 12 nights’ bed and breakfast in the most sumptuous rooms:

(**city taxes of between 2-7 Euro per person per day will be charged locally upon check out of each hotel)

Driver, Guide and Rail Services

You’ll have exclusive use of our professional driver and expert local guide services as stated. You’ll be safely returned to the airport on your return. A party of up to two passengers will travel in a luxury saloon vehicle. We’ll provide a luxury minivan for three to five passengers. For a larger group, we’ve got many luxury vehicles to suit your needs.  Where Rail is included its 1st Class all the way!

Transport, Transfers Rail and Experiences Included

We also include hotel taxes and fees, communication costs and the help of our local travel experts throughout your trip; 24/7.

We simply want you to focus on having an incredible time. It’s that simple.

What's Not Included

• Your flights to and from Europe
• Gratuities and tips to driver-guides and local guides
• Anything that we’ve not mentioned above

BOOKING: The proposal is subject to availability and subject to our terms and conditions available on request. To book we require a 30% deposit which is non-refundable as required to pre-book all services.  We accept payments by credit card or by bank transfer. The balance of your trip would be due by 60 days prior to travel.  We strongly suggest taking out travel insurance with your local broker or online provider.