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Swiss Sational: Switzerland & Lake Como By Design

8 days
From Zurich to Lugano
5.0
37,873 traveler reviews

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Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Zurich

    You'll arrive in Zurich and meet your Tour Director along with fellow travelers at 6 pm. Head to your hotel for a welcome dinner to kick things off and get to know the group before the week ahead.

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner at hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome dinner at hotel
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  2. Day 2

    Rhine Falls

    Start the morning with an orientation walk through Zurich's Old Town, stopping by the Fraumünsterkirche to see its famous stained glass windows. After that, head north to Rhine Falls where you can take photos and feel the power of the waterfalls up close.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Orientation walk of Zurich Old Town including Fraumünsterkirche
    • Rhine Falls visit for photography
    Landmarks
    Fraumünsterkirche
    Rhine Falls
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  3. Day 3

    Chillon

    Travel to Bern for a guided walk through the Old Town, with a stop at Bear Park to watch the bears and then up to the Rose Garden for panoramic city views. Later in the day, head to Chillon Castle for a guided tour of this lakeside fortress with its medieval rooms and dungeons.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Bern Old Town
    • Bear Park visit
    • Panoramic city view from Rose Garden
    • Guided visit of Chillon Castle
    Landmarks
    Bern Old Town
    Bear Park
    Rose Garden
    Chillon Castle
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  4. Day 4

    Lake Geneva

    You have two options to choose from. One route takes you to Maison Cailler chocolaterie to taste authentic Swiss chocolate, then to the medieval town of Gruyères to walk its cobblestone streets. The other option includes a Lake Geneva cruise, a visit to UNESCO vineyards in Lavaux, wine tasting, and a scenic train ride through the wine region.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Swiss Chocolate & Cheese Excursion: Visit Maison Cailler chocolaterie for interactive chocolate experiences and stroll through Gruyères medieval pedestrian center
    • Mountains Soar & Wines Pour Excursion: Lake Geneva cruise, Lavaux UNESCO vineyard exploration, wine tasting, and scenic Swiss train ride through terraced wine region
    Landmarks
    Maison Cailler
    Gruyères
    Lake Geneva
    Lavaux
  5. Day 5

    Glacier 3000

    Take a gondola ride up to Glacier 3000 where you'll have spectacular views overlooking Lake Geneva from high altitude. Once there, you can either walk on the glacier itself or spend time at the fun park depending on what appeals to you.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Gondola ride to Glacier 3000
    • Glacier exploration walk or fun park activities
    Landmarks
    Glacier 3000
  6. Day 6

    Lugano

    Two excursions are available. One takes you through olive groves with Lake Lugano views and mountain scenery, ending with an aperitivo in the village of Gandria. The other option is a walking tour of Locarno followed by the Centovalli train ride where you'll meet local farmers and try regional specialties with wine.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Olive You Lugano Excursion: Guided hike through olive groves with Lake Lugano views, aperitivo, and time to stroll in Gandria village
    • The Right Train of Mind Excursion: Guided walking tour of Locarno and Centovalli train ride with farmers, century-old stories, local specialties, and wine
    Landmarks
    Lake Lugano
    Gandria
    Locarno
  7. Day 7

    Bellagio

    Drive to Como for an orientation and free time to explore this lakeside town on your own. Then board a private boat across Lake Como to Bellagio, known as the Pearl of Lake Como. Walk the waterfront promenade and wander through the charming alleyways before returning for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Como orientation walk
    • Free time to explore Como
    • Private boat ride across Lake Como to Bellagio
    • Farewell dinner at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Como
    Bellagio
    Lake Como
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  8. Day 8

    Departure

    Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before the group departs. The nearest airport for flights home is Milan, where you'll head for your return journey.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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Customer Reviews

  • Amy
    · June 22nd, 2025
    We loved this tour! It was a great balance of city and countryside. It includes excellent accommodations and meals included. Our tour guide Katarzyna was amazing!
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  • Damian
    · September 3rd, 2024
    My husband, myself and my 2 sisters booked a tour through Globus 'The Taperstry tour'. Our tour guide Gert was a very knowledgeable, patient and excellent tour guide. Gert made our tour come alive with his history and knowledge of all the countries and cities we visited,any issues we had he was there to assist us. Gert had character was funny and very enjoyable to listen to. It would be awesome if all the guides had the expertise of Gert. He is one not to let go. Thank you Gert for making our journey through Europe a very enjoyable one. Keep up the good work and hope to meet again on another tour in the future
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  • Nicole
    · August 8th, 2024
    Spectacular Switzerland lived up to and exceeded its name. We saw so much but the balance between guided tours and free time to explore was perfect. Our guide Sheryl was absolutely incredible and added so much to this trip. Five stars is an understatement! 🤩
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What our customers ask about this tour

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    Jeff

    Asked on May 3rd, 2024

    Can you help with transfer from Lugano to Lake Como after the trip is over on May 24, 2024?

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    • GlobusOperatorWritten May 2024

      Unfortunately, we would not be able to arrange a transfer back to Lake Como at the end of the tour. The only transfer we can offer that day would be a transfer to the airport in Milan.

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    Kim

    Asked on April 24th, 2024

    Would it be possible to add 1 more day in Milan?

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    • GlobusOperatorWritten April 2024

      We will not be able to book any additional nights in Milan. The tour ends in Lugano. We would not be able to book the nights in Milan.

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    Clare

    Asked on April 24th, 2024

    Is it possible to add 1 more day in Milan for this trip?

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    • GlobusOperatorWritten April 2024

      For the tour Swiss Sational: Switzerland and Lake Como By Design does not have any additional nights available to offer in Milan.

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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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