Christmas & New Year Tours from Zurich
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- Switzerland and Italy with Amalfi Coast
- The Peaks, Lakes, Coast
- Up to 25% off- Mega Sale - 8 Days Switzerland Tour (Zermatt, Interlaken, Lucerne and Zurich)
- Up to 25% off - Mega Sale - 6 Days Trip to Switzerland
- Independent Switzerland Tour of Moutain Tops
- Switzerland All-in-one
- 7 Day Zurich And Budapest By Train
- 7 Day Zurich And Prague By Train
- 7 Day Zurich And Milan By Train including Grindelwald and Interlaken
- 4 Day Zurich Tour With Car rental
Switzerland and Italy with Amalfi Coast
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The content communication and checking is was assuring. Would book again!”
Ava, traveled in June
Duration 15 days Destinations Zurich, Lucerne, Lake Como, Venice, Rome, Naples, Amalfi Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $6,566
10% Off- NZ$5,910You save $657
The Peaks, Lakes, Coast
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Very busy itinerary but doable.”
Susan, traveled in May
Duration 15 days Destinations Zurich, Lucerne, Lake Como, Venice, Rome, Naples, Amalfi Age Range 2 to 89 year olds Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $7,657
15% Off- NZ$6,509You save $1,149
Up to 25% off- Mega Sale - 8 Days Switzerland Tour (Zermatt, Interlaken, Lucerne and Zurich)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The WiseYatra tour was the most highly researched and detailed tour itinerary I could hope for or imagine.”
David, traveled in September
Duration 8 days Destinations Zurich, Zermatt, Interlaken, Lucerne Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator WiseYatra From $4,234
25% Off- NZ$3,176You save $1,059
Up to 25% off - Mega Sale - 6 Days Trip to Switzerland
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“They prepared all the aspects of travel and kept us in loop from start to the end. Ongoing support during the trip really helped us.”
vinay, traveled in August
Duration 6 days Destinations Zurich, Interlaken, Lucerne Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator WiseYatra From $2,893
25% Off- NZ$2,170You save $723
Independent Switzerland Tour of Moutain Tops
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The planning was great and easy to follow. We had great time.”
Chung, traveled in December
Duration 6 days Destinations Zurich, Lucerne, Mount Titlis, Interlaken, Jungfrau, Zermatt Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operator Agate Travel From
25% Off- NZ$5,896
Switzerland All-in-one
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The schedule for the tour was excellent and allowed us to experience a lot of sites in an efficient manner.”
Richard, traveled in May
Duration 10 days Destinations Zurich, Schaffhausen, Lucerne, Iseltwald, Interlaken, Meiringen, Lauterbrunnen, Jungfrau, Bern, GruyeresSee all destinations Age Range 8 to 75 year olds Operator OpenUp Swiss Travel Experience From
25% Off- NZ$5,222
Duration 7 days Destinations Zurich, Budapest Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator STM Tours LLC From $3,026
5% Off- NZ$2,875You save $151
Duration 7 days Destinations Zurich, Prague Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator STM Tours LLC From $2,907
5% Off- NZ$2,761You save $145
Duration 7 days Destinations Zurich, Grindelwald, Interlaken, Milan Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator STM Tours LLC From $3,030
5% Off- NZ$2,879You save $152
Duration 4 days Destinations Zurich Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator STM Tours LLC From $2,394
5% Off- NZ$2,275You save $120
What people love about Christmas & New Year Tours from Zurich
- Switzerland and Italy with Amalfi Coast
Firstly, I will absolutely book with them again. Daily check-ins and confirmations of drivers coming and where to be etc were beyond expectations. They made a custom trip and found the best value hotels in every city and supported our independent trip amazingly. Guides and transfers were great and any time I had a question they answered within minutes! Highly recommended.
- Magical Switzerland (Classic)
This trip was more than I expected and I am so grateful I was part of it. The highlights of my trip was seeing snow for the first time and visiting the Matterhorn. When we were going up to see it I couldn’t believe the beauty of it and I took amazing pictures and actually cried. I promised myself I will take my love ones there one day. I would recommend this destination to everyone. We had a variety of different ages on this trip and everyone enjoyed themselves. I will definitely recommend it to someone who has never seen snow and someone who would enjoy seeing The Matterhorn.
- Switzerland All-in-one
We had a family group of six that did this tour in May 2024. Our guide, Vitalii,was fantastic. His formal education is in history and that was very apparent with his wealth of knowledge. The schedule for the tour was excellent and allowed us to experience a lot of sites in an efficient manner. Several times we were able to visit an attraction when very few people were there with the large tour buses showing up as we were leaving. I would definitely use this company for future tours
What our customers ask about Christmas & New Year Tours from Zurich
What destinations do Christmas and New Year tours from Zurich typically include?
Most winter holiday tours from Zurich take you to classic Swiss spots like Interlaken, Lucerne, and Mount Titlis. You can also visit nearby countries - many tours go to Lake Como and Venice in Italy, or hop over to Innsbruck and Salzburg in Austria. You might spend Christmas at the cozy BaseCamp Hotel in Zermatt or ring in the New Year at Hotel Caroline in Vienna. As one TourRadar traveler put it: "the magical Christmas markets in Lucerne and the New Year's festivities in Interlaken."
What's the weather like during winter holiday tours from Zurich?
Winter in Zurich means temperatures between 25-35°F (-4 to 2°C), and it gets even chillier up in mountain spots like Jungfrau, where it can dip to 14-28°F (-10 to -2°C). You'll likely see snow in the Swiss Alps, which makes for perfect winter activities. One TourRadar traveler noted: "The snowy conditions in Zermatt and crystal-clear days in Lucerne made for stunning holiday photos at landmarks like Chapel Bridge and Mount Pilatus."
What meal arrangements are included on Christmas and New Year tours from Zurich?
You'll get daily breakfast at places like the Drei Konige in Lucerne, plus special holiday meals like traditional Swiss Christmas dinner or fancy New Year's Eve dinners. Many tours include fun experiences like eating at mountain restaurants on Mount Titlis or dinner cruises on Lake Lucerne. One TourRadar traveler shared: "the Christmas Eve dinner at Hotel Caroline in Vienna and the New Year's celebration at BaseCamp Hotel in Zermatt."
What holiday activities can I expect on Christmas and New Year tours from Zurich?
You'll visit traditional Christmas markets at Hauptbahnhof and Münsterhof in Zurich, enjoy special holiday dinners at historic places like the Drei Konige hotel in Lucerne, and celebrate New Year's with fireworks at spots like Lake Zurich or Mount Titlis. A TourRadar traveler remembered: "the magical atmosphere of Christmas Eve mass at the Grossmünster Cathedral and the unforgettable New Year's countdown at Lake Zurich promenade."
How do you get around on Christmas and New Year tours from Zurich?
You'll use Switzerland's excellent train system, including scenic rides like the Glacier Express to Zermatt. The tours include transfers from hotels like the Holiday Inn Express Zurich Airport to train stations, and cable cars for mountain trips like the Titlis Rotair. TourRadar travelers often mention: "the comfort of Swiss trains and the convenience of having all transportation pre-arranged during the busy holiday season."
What are good day trips from Zurich during the holiday season?
Popular day trips include Mount Pilatus, where you can take the Golden Round Trip on a cogwheel train and cable car, and Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe for amazing winter views. One TourRadar traveler shared: "the excursions to Mount Pilatus and Jungfraujoch were absolutely breathtaking in winter." You can also visit pretty towns like Grindelwald and Interlaken with their Christmas markets. Hotels like the Bristol Zurich or Central Station make good starting points for these winter trips.