Paris to Zurich Tours

What our customers ask about Paris to Zurich Tours

• What would be an example itinerary between Paris and Zurich?

  A common 8-day route begins with three days in Paris where travelers explore the Eiffel Tower Notre Dame and Versailles Palace. The journey continues through Burgundy to Lyon on days 4-5 with stops in historic Beaune and Lyon's old town (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Days 6-7 take travelers to Geneva's international quarter and includes a Lake Geneva cruise followed by time in medieval Lucerne to see the Chapel Bridge. The trip ends in Zurich with city exploration and a Lake Zurich boat trip. A TourRadar traveler on the French and Swiss Spirit tour shared "The itinerary was perfectly balanced between major cities and charming towns with highlights like the Seine River cruise in Paris and the stunning views of Lake Geneva making it unforgettable."

• What is the average distance covered on a tour from Paris to Zurich?

  While the direct route between Paris and Zurich spans 480 kilometers most tours cover 800-1000 kilometers by taking scenic detours through multiple stops. The routes typically wind through the Burgundy countryside past Lyon and Geneva before heading into the Swiss Alps and Lucerne. A TourRadar traveler on the France and Swiss Alps tour noted "The route was well-planned taking us through beautiful landscapes from the French countryside to the dramatic Swiss mountains making the journey as memorable as the destinations themselves."

• What are the most common destinations visited between Paris and Zurich?

  Most tours stop in Lyon Geneva and Lucerne where each city offers distinct experiences. Visitors in Lyon can ride the cable car to Notre-Dame de Fourvière and walk through the UNESCO heritage old town. Geneva presents its international side with the UN headquarters and Jet d'Eau fountain while Lucerne offers the medieval Chapel Bridge and lakeside views. Smaller towns like Beaune with its wine culture and Interlaken with mountain panoramas are also popular stops. A TourRadar traveler on the France and Swiss Alps tour shared "The variety of destinations was incredible - from the sophistication of Paris to the alpine charm of Swiss towns like Lucerne each stop offered something unique."

• What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Paris to Zurich tour?

  Tour prices range from 1403 USD to 5781 USD with daily rates between 175 USD to 482 USD. Basic explorer tours start around 1403 USD for 8 days while luxury river cruises can reach 5781 USD for 12 days including high-end hotels and extensive activities. A TourRadar traveler commented about their comfort-level tour "The tour offered excellent value for money with quality hotels like Novotel Est in Paris and comprehensive sightseeing included in the price."

• What are the average tour lengths for tours from Paris to Zurich?

  Most tours run between 8 to 12 days. The French and Swiss Spirit tour covers main attractions in 8 days including Paris Geneva and Zurich. Longer trips like the 11-day France and Swiss Alps Tour allow more time in places such as Beaune Lyon and Interlaken. A TourRadar traveler noted about their 11-day journey "The pace was perfect allowing us to really immerse ourselves in each destination while covering significant ground between Paris and Zurich."

• What is the typical itinerary for a luxury Paris to Zurich tour?

  Luxury 8-day tours start with three days in Paris visiting the Eiffel Tower Louvre Museum and taking Seine River cruises. Day 4 brings travelers to Geneva followed by Gruyeres and Chillon Castle visits on day 5. The sixth and seventh days focus on Swiss highlights like Mount Titlis and Lake Lucerne before concluding in Zurich. A TourRadar traveler shared "The itinerary was perfectly balanced with guided tours in Paris amazing excursions in Switzerland and experiences like the cable car ride to Mount Titlis making it unforgettable."