Switzerland Tours & Trips
Switzerland offers scenes straight from a postcard. Hike quiet trails while enjoying views of the majestic Matterhorn, explore Zurich’s Old Town and Lake Zurich, and hop on a boat and get up close to the Rhine Falls. Don’t miss out on the Lauterbrunnen Valley, world-class slopes in Grindelwald, and Europe’s highest railway station.
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Emily • traveled in August
CONTEXT: I booked last minute due to another tour from a different company cancelling, and this tour was so receptive to my concerns with fantastic patience and communication in accomodating my booking last minute. Thank you Vitali!! This tour is fantastic. I loved the walking tours as whilst the cities are big it made me feel like I wasn’t missing out on anything.The schedule was packed and the tour guide was passionate about switzerland and gave a great run down of the history behind major regions and landmarks. Well well organised also. Thank you Alex! If I had to pick one suggestion, the only thing I would have liked was more allocated time for lunch/snack breaks (due to how busy our schedules were, most days I ate “lunch” at 4pm or later). This was no rule enforced by the guide, just an afterthought at the end of the day starting to wilt. In saying this, I am appreciative we were able to see so much; I am in my twenties and I’m sure this would be taken into greater consideration for the older generations booking the tour. I would definitely recommend this tour to friends.
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Kathryn • traveled in June
This was my first tour and I would be very comfortable booking another in the future. All of the "details" of finding a suitable hotel, arranging for train and cable car tickets, and structuring my day were taken care of. It was wonderful to know i had transportation to the airport and didnt have to navigate that myself.
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Katherine • traveled in November, 2024
Marco was an incredible Tour Leader. He paid attention to detail and get everything on track. I cannot recommend him enough! This was our first trip with Tours of Distinction and we look forward to booking more!
Switzerland’s Lakes, Mountains & Rails
Table of contents
- The best Switzerland tour packages
- Most popular destinations in Switzerland
- Tailor Your Trip: Activities & Ways to Explore Switzerland
- Top Tour Operators for Your Switzerland Trip: A Comparative Guide
- Planning Your Switzerland Trip: Essential First Steps & Starting Points
- Discover Switzerland tours for every budget
- Find Your Perfect Tour: Options for Every Group Size & Travel Style
- Switzerland itineraries by length
- Traveler types and experiences
- Best time to visit Switzerland
- Switzerland travel guides - curated by our experts
- Contact our Switzerland travel experts
- What our customers ask about Switzerland Tours & Trips
The best Switzerland tour packages
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5 Day Zurich including Lake ferry, Cable Car, Mount Rigi, Grindelwald and Interlaken
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing! Beauty everywhere!!”
Carol, traveled in September
Swiss vistas unfold from Zurich to Mount Rigi. The Eiger Express gondola ride, Lake Lucerne cruise, and charming Grindelwald village create lasting memories. Hotel Montana offers daily breakfast with English-speaking guides for comprehensive Swiss immersion.
Duration 5 days Destinations Zurich, Grindelwald, Interlaken Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator STM Tours LLC From $3,708
30% Off- NZ$2,596You save $1,112
Swiss Miracle
47 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Memorable, great value and really well organised. I came away feeling like I seen a great of Switzerland and ticked off many of the main highlights.”
Natalie, traveled in October
Switzerland's treasures unfold from Rhine Falls to Chillon Castle, featuring Trummelbach's mountain waterfall and UNESCO-listed Lavaux vineyards. Comfortable 4-star hotels complement tastings of Gruyères cheese and Maison Cailler chocolates. Small groups of 5-8 create intimate settings.
Duration 7 days Destinations Zurich, Schaffhausen, Lucerne, Iseltwald, Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, Meiringen, Jungfrau, Bern, GruyeresSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operator OpenUp Swiss Travel Experience From
30% Off- NZ$3,307
Stunning Switzerland
26 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We enjoyed every minute of our tour. Vitali Raietskyi was great and very knowledgeable.”
Edna, traveled in June
Lauterbrunnen's 72 waterfalls cascade throughout the valley, including the famous Reichenbach Falls of Sherlock Holmes fame. Medieval Gruyères beckons with La Maison du Gruyère cheese factory and Maison Cailler chocolate works. Nights end at 4-star Hotel Modern Times Vevey overlooking Lake Geneva.
Duration 6 days Destinations Geneva, Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, Jungfrau, Bern, Gruyeres, Vevey, Montreux, Lake Geneva, Lausanne Age Range Ages 8+ Operator OpenUp Swiss Travel Experience From
30% Off- NZ$2,902
Switzerland’s Lakes, Mountains & Rails
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was above board and exceeded our expectations. Not that we had many!”
Debra, traveled in October
Swiss grandeur comes alive through 7 nights of 3/4-star accommodations and 12 included meals. Reichenbach Falls in Meiringen, Europe's most beautiful street in Brienz, and the historic Brienzer Rothorn Steam Train create lasting memories.
Duration 8 days Destinations Zurich, Murren, Wengen, Grindelwald, Meiringen, Lucerne Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Tours of Distinction From
30% Off- NZ$5,347
Highlights of Switzerland - 6 days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The experience was outstanding. I highly recommend.”
Gloria, traveled in October
Duration 6 days Destinations Zurich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Grindelwald, Rigi Kaltbad, Chur, Pontresina, Morteratsch, St Moritz, MaienfeldSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operator On The Go Tours From $7,210
35% Off- NZ$4,687You save $2,524
6 Days Trip to Switzerland
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Would highly recommend. Support staff was great in answering all questions and informing you before and throughout the trip.”
John, traveled in August
The Swiss adventure features Rhine Falls excursion, Mt. Titlis cable car ride, and Lake Lucerne boat tour. Carefully selected 3-star hotels include Hotel da la paix Interlaken and Ibis Styles Lucerne City, with daily breakfast.
Duration 6 days Destinations Zurich, Interlaken, Lucerne Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator WiseYatra From $3,330
30% Off- NZ$2,331You save $999
Switzerland adventure in 9 days - (Zurich, St. Gallen/Appenzell, Interlaken and Lucerne)
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Paris and Swiss in May is beautiful and even more bliss when you don't travel in group.”
Raghavendra, traveled in May
Swiss attractions shine through the UNESCO Abbey of St. Gall and Trummelbach glacier falls. The 'Ice Flyer' soars over Mt. Titlis glacier before a Lake Lucerne cruise. Quality hotels include Holiday Inn Express Zurich Airport and Hotel Metropol St. Gallen.
Duration 9 days Destinations Zurich, St Gallen, Lucerne, Interlaken Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator WiseYatra From $5,298
30% Off- NZ$3,709You save $1,589
Best of Switzerland
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Firebirds did a fantastic job planning our private tour to Switzerland/Italy. Everything was spot on down to the minute.”
alan, traveled in September
Duration 9 days Destinations Zurich, Interlaken, Montreux Age Range Ages 19+ Operator Firebird Tours From
30% Off- NZ$14,536
Enchanting Switzerland Small Group Tour
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was well planned, we covered a lot of ground and saw some of the natural beauty of Switzerland.”
Brenda, traveled in September
Switzerland's natural wonders await with stays at Hotel Züri and Hotel Seiler au Lac. Rhine Falls, Europe's largest waterfall, medieval Gruyères' cheese heritage, and Chillon Castle highlight the journey. Daily breakfast and expert-guided city tours span 9 destinations, approx. $320 per day.
Duration 7 days Destinations Zurich, Rhine Falls, Lucerne, Interlaken, Lake Geneva, Montreux, Vevey, Lausanne, Geneva Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Omega Tours From
30% Off- NZ$4,130
Scenic Switzerland Train Tour with Glacier Express, Daily Start & 4-star Hotels
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I recommend Tour Radar to my friends.”
Bashar, traveled in July
Seven Swiss cities await, including Lucerne, Interlaken, and St. Moritz across 8 days. Luxuriate at 4-star CASCADA Boutique Hotel while taking in Mount Pilatus, Jungfraujoch's Sphinx Observatory, and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise.
Duration 8 days Destinations Zurich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Jungfrau, Zermatt, Matterhorn, St Moritz Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Agate Travel From
30% Off- NZ$8,366
Most popular destinations in Switzerland
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Tailor Your Trip: Activities & Ways to Explore Switzerland
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Top Tour Operators for Your Switzerland Trip: A Comparative Guide
When you're choosing a Switzerland tour operator, the guide's expertise and how well your group clicks together will make or break your trip. Several companies consistently put together solid itineraries with local guides who really know Swiss culture and geography inside and out. The best tours give you a nice mix of planned sightseeing and free time to wander on your own, whether you're exploring Alpine villages or taking those famous scenic train rides. Smaller groups usually work better because your guide can share those special spots and local stories that big tour buses never get to see.
Planning Your Switzerland Trip: Essential First Steps & Starting Points
Picking the right departure city for your Switzerland adventure can make or break your trip. Each starting point offers something different depending on what you're after. Zurich works perfectly if this is your first time in Switzerland. Geneva gives you a more refined starting point, especially if you want to mix Swiss experiences with some French culture such as being close to Lake Geneva and the Mont Blanc area. Don't overlook Basel as your starting city. It's particularly good if you want to see Switzerland's cultural variety up close. Interlaken makes sense for travelers who want adventure right away. You'll be sitting directly in the heart of the Bernese Oberland from day one.
Tours for Every Budget: Value-Focused to Premium Options
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Switzerland itineraries by length
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Best time to visit Switzerland
- Winter 2025 / 2026
Snow turns Switzerland into a winter wonderland where you'll find festive Christmas markets and scenic mountain railways at their best. Mount Titlis gives you unique experiences including ice cave exploration and the Ice Flyer chairlift ride over glaciers. Traditional village evenings come with fondue dining and folklore performances. Thermal spa visits offer wellness opportunities right alongside all the snow activities.
- December 2025 popular 84 tours
- January 2026 84 tours
- February 2026 84 tours
- Spring 2026
Wildflower-filled Alpine meadows emerge as winter pulls back and create perfect conditions for scenic train journeys like the Glacier Express. Zurich's Old Town pairs nicely with Mount Pilatus trips via the world's steepest cogwheel railway. Grindelwald gives you access to Europe's highest railway station while Lake Geneva region offers medieval Gruyères cheese experiences and peaceful boat trips.
- March 2026 117 tours
- April 2026 145 tours
- May 2026 popular 155 tours
- Summer 2026
Summer brings Switzerland's efficient train network to life as it connects car-free alpine villages like Mürren and Wengen during peak hiking season. You'll love the long daylight hours that give you time to visit cultural spots like the Cailler chocolate factory and La Maison du Gruyère. Lake activities really come alive now with steamboat trips on Lake Lucerne and castle-viewing cruises along Lake Geneva.
- June 2026 192 tours
- July 2026 popular 197 tours
- August 2026 192 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2026
Clear mountain views and fewer crowds make autumn perfect for your Jungfraujoch visits. The Bernese Oberland shows off Lauterbrunnen Valley's 72 waterfalls and the literary-famous Reichenbach Falls beautifully this time of year. Geneva's historic districts offer cultural depth alongside Chillon Castle and Lausanne's Olympic Park.
- September 2026 popular 198 tours
- October 2026 152 tours
- November 2026 81 tours
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How Do People Usually Get Around Swiss Cities and Towns?
Switzerland's got this amazing public transport network that just works - trains buses and boats connect everything from big cities right through to tiny mountain villages. The Swiss Travel Pass is actually a really smart way to get around it lets you hop on and off wherever you want. Take the Glacier Express between Zurich and Zermatt it's an incredible 8-hour journey that winds through 91 tunnels and crosses 291 bridges showing you some of Switzerland's most spectacular scenery.
What Mountain Experiences Really Stand Out Beyond Just the Views?
You've got to check out Jungfraujoch it's Europe's highest train station at 3454 meters and there's this incredible Ice Palace plus the Sphinx Terrace where you can see the massive Aletsch Glacier stretching out below. Then there's Mount Pilatus where you'll ride the world's steepest cogwheel railway up the mountain. The First Cliff Walk in Grindelwald is absolutely breathtaking - it's this walkway that literally hangs off the mountain and gives you views that'll make your heart skip a beat.
Where Can I Go to Avoid the Tourist Crowds of Zermatt and Interlaken?
Head to Appenzell in northeastern Switzerland it's this gorgeous village with beautifully painted houses where you can really feel traditional Swiss culture. The Abbey District in St. Gallen is incredible - it's UNESCO listed and full of amazing Baroque architecture and history. Or check out Gasterntal near Kandersteg it's this hidden valley with stunning waterfalls and beautiful plants that most tourists never see. Our Classic Swiss Alps Walk actually takes you through this UNESCO valley and it's so peaceful compared to the busy tourist spots.