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Swiss Escape

8 days
From Zurich to Lugano
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 46
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore Zurich's old town and Fraumünster
  • Tour Chillon Castle on Lake Geneva
  • Walk through Berne's historic Bear Park
  • See Lucerne's Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument
  • Enjoy Lugano's blend of Swiss and Italian flair

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVE IN ZURICH, SWITZERLAND
  2. Day 2 ZURICH–NEUCHÂTEL–LAKE GENEVA
  3. Day 3 LAKE GENEVA
  4. Day 4 LAKE GENEVA–BERN–LUCERNE
  5. Day 5 LUCERNE
  6. Day 6 LUCERNE–LUGANO
  7. Day 7 LUGANO
  8. Day 8 LUGANO
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Number of tours

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5 to 80 years old

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    · April 6th, 2023
    Although, our group was a fantastic group of new friends, the second group ie bus 2 would be at the same bus stop venue which to me wasn't right! Please separate tours so bus 1 and 2 don't cross each other.
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    Trip date: March 2023
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    · April 4th, 2023
    Our tour director did Avery good ob of telling us what the plans and time estimates were for each day. For example she ga e us arrival times for each location. That helped to plan our free time with other activities and our meals.
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    Trip date: March 2023
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    · April 2nd, 2023
    Our tour guide was amazing so knowledgeable and personable enhanced the experience
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    · March 29th, 2023
    I specially like Eurotel Montreux Fotokem it's view.
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    · March 29th, 2023
    Great leader (Sheral Evans) solved problems, kept us informed, multilingual, changed the itinerary to suit the weather and took a genuine interest in all travelers. Also the driver, Massamo was a great, careful driver.
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    Trip date: March 2023
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    · March 29th, 2023
    Sheryl is an amazing tour guide, very knowledgeable and passionate about her job and it shows. She made sure the group stayed together and built amazing memories in each location. Sense of humor was much appreciated.
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    · March 28th, 2023
    The tour guide and the itinerary were excellent.
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    · March 28th, 2023
    Very professional, personable and knowledgeable tour director.
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  • A
    · March 28th, 2023
    This was my first trip with globus, the leader shows that she care. She answered our question and make certain everyone is there before taking off. She mention the time to come back to the bus. She kept us inform of every events. she is very friendly
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    · March 27th, 2023
    Driver and tour director were professionals and highly competent. Hotels were perfectly situated.
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    Rosemary

    Asked on August 20th, 2025

    What is the price for this tour. When will it be operating

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    • GlobusOperatorWritten August 2025

      We will not be operating this tour for the upcoming travel season. Please check back periodically to see when this tour becomes available.

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    Alexis

    Asked on December 15th, 2024

    Would need transportation from Lugano to Milan. Like to add additional one night stay for hotel in Milan.

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      Alexis

      TravelerWritten December 2024

      Do I wait for Globus representative to get in touch with me? Or is tourradar the contact point for reservation and to answer my questions?

    • GlobusOperatorWritten December 2024

      Globus will be your primary point of contact for this tour. We will only be able to provide transportation to and from the airport at the beginning and end of the tour. If you are wanting to extend your trip in Milan, you will be responsible for make those arrangements independently.

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    Alyssa

    Asked on August 10th, 2024

    Do you have tours in December that we can do a day of skiing?

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    • GlobusOperatorWritten August 2024

      We do not have any tours that will allow you a full day to go skiing. You can also check our Globus tours.

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    Nadia

    Asked on March 16th, 2024

    Any Option between 11-21 April?

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    • GlobusOperatorWritten March 2024

      We do not have any April departures for this Switzerland tour. We do have The Best of Switzerland which departs on April 21, 2024 and April 28, 2024. Will either of these dates work for you?

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    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before January 9th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 9th, 2026, a minimum payment of $500 is required to confirm your booking with Globus. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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