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Scenic  Switzerland tours

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Our Switzerland tours are all about enjoying the great outdoors – and the country has more than its fair share of spectacular scenery. Walk beside shimmering lakes, enjoy al fresco lunches at mountainside restaurants, relax on train rides past impressive glaciers – despite being a small, landlocked nation, few places can compare to Switzerland’s dramatic panoramas, and we’ll help you to see the very best of it. 

On our Switzerland touring holidays, you could take a trip on the famous Bernina Express, riding along one of the most incredible train tracks in the world, or soak up views of the Matterhorn, one of Europe’s most iconic mountain peaks. Or swap rail for water to feel the sun on your face as you glide across Lake Maggiore and Lake Constance by paddle steamer. Stroll around picture-book-pretty mountain towns, where traditional wooden chalets are adorned with colourful flowers, and explore the country’s cities, with their own picturesque settings.

Then refuel with deliciously decadent food – traditional mountain fare featuring gooey cheese, rich chocolate and potatoes smothered with cream, fresh fish by the country’s lakesides as well as a few glasses of Switzerland’s award-winning wines, which are often hard to find beyond its borders.

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Alison Porter
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What our experts love about Switzerland

My trip highlight is the journey on the Bernina Express which brings postcard Switzerland to life with the impressive Landwasser viaduct, the Bernina mountain range, glaciers and lakes - with every bridge crossing more impressive than the last.

What are the best places to visit in Switzerland

Davos

Davos

Picture Switzerland and you’re almost certainly visualising soaring mountain peaks and beautiful Alpine scenery – and one of the best places to see that in real life is at Davos. Europe’s highest city might be famous as a meeting place for the world’s politicians and economists, but outside these high-powered summits, you’ll find plenty to tempt year-round. In the summer months, there are wonderful mountain trails to explore, as well as gondolas, cable cars and trains to help you get around, usually ending in mountain restaurants with breathtaking views.

Picture Switzerland and you’re almost certainly visualising soaring mountain peaks and beautiful Alpine scenery – and one of the best places to see that in real life is at Davos. Europe’s highest city might be famous as a meeting place for the world’s politicians and economists, but outside these high-powered summits, you’ll find plenty to tempt year-round. In the summer months, there are wonderful mountain trails to explore, as well as gondolas, cable cars and trains to help you get around, usually ending in mountain restaurants with breathtaking views.

Lucerne

Lucerne

Set on the banks of Lake Lucerne, in Switzerland’s Germanic canton, the charming city of Lucerne also makes a great base to explore the nearby mountains and lakefront villages. Don’t miss a chance to discover the medieval buildings of its historic old town, backed by 14th century walls in the shadow of the Alps, while the Chapel Bridge, Europe’s longest covered wooden bridge, has straddled the river for 700 years. Discover some of the area’s folklore, before cruising across the lake to marvel at the towering Alps or to journey into the mountains aboard a small cogwheel train.

Set on the banks of Lake Lucerne, in Switzerland’s Germanic canton, the charming city of Lucerne also makes a great base to explore the nearby mountains and lakefront villages. Don’t miss a chance to discover the medieval buildings of its historic old town, backed by 14th century walls in the shadow of the Alps, while the Chapel Bridge, Europe’s longest covered wooden bridge, has straddled the river for 700 years. Discover some of the area’s folklore, before cruising across the lake to marvel at the towering Alps or to journey into the mountains aboard a small cogwheel train.

Vevey and Montreux

Vevey and Montreux

The Swiss Riviera stretches along the banks Lake Geneva from Lausanne to Montreux, passing attractive Vevey, with its old town – ideal for enjoying some of the country’s loveliest scenery on one of our Switzerland escorted tours. The medieval Chateau de Chillon, just outside Montreux, inspired Lord Byron, while the vineyards of Lavaux line the banks elsewhere. Only a tiny percentage of Switzerland’s wine is exported, and this UNESCO-listed site is the perfect place to drink in the scenery as you taste a few vintages. Or soak up the Mediterranean vibes of Montreux, known for its jazz festival and flower-lined promenade.

The Swiss Riviera stretches along the banks Lake Geneva from Lausanne to Montreux, passing attractive Vevey, with its old town – ideal for enjoying some of the country’s loveliest scenery on one of our Switzerland escorted tours. The medieval Chateau de Chillon, just outside Montreux, inspired Lord Byron, while the vineyards of Lavaux line the banks elsewhere. Only a tiny percentage of Switzerland’s wine is exported, and this UNESCO-listed site is the perfect place to drink in the scenery as you taste a few vintages. Or soak up the Mediterranean vibes of Montreux, known for its jazz festival and flower-lined promenade.

Zermatt

Zermatt

Set at the foot of the iconic Matterhorn mountain, Zermatt draws visitors year-round for its countless hiking routes in summer as well as winter ski. But the big highlight for most Switzerland tours is the chance to explore some of the area by rail, with 54 mountain railways and lifts across the region. Use these to climb up to spectacular viewpoints gazing out onto glaciers or journey from Täsch to Zermatt for a different view around the foot of the Matterhorn, as well as Europe’s highest cogwheel trail to the summit of Gornergrat past dramatic bridges and mountain lakes.

Set at the foot of the iconic Matterhorn mountain, Zermatt draws visitors year-round for its countless hiking routes in summer as well as winter ski. But the big highlight for most Switzerland tours is the chance to explore some of the area by rail, with 54 mountain railways and lifts across the region. Use these to climb up to spectacular viewpoints gazing out onto glaciers or journey from Täsch to Zermatt for a different view around the foot of the Matterhorn, as well as Europe’s highest cogwheel trail to the summit of Gornergrat past dramatic bridges and mountain lakes.

Locarno

Locarno

A popular destination since the days of the Roman Empire, it’s no surprise visitors still flock to the chic lakeside town of Locarno. Known for having the warmest climate in Switzerland, there’s an enticing Mediterranean atmosphere as you stroll the streets of the Italian-speaking town. Discover more of Locarno’s history with Roman and Bronze Age exhibits on display at medieval Castello Visconteo, wander along the shore of Lake Maggiore where palms and lemon trees line the lakeside, or head into the mountains on the funicular and cable cars.

A popular destination since the days of the Roman Empire, it’s no surprise visitors still flock to the chic lakeside town of Locarno. Known for having the warmest climate in Switzerland, there’s an enticing Mediterranean atmosphere as you stroll the streets of the Italian-speaking town. Discover more of Locarno’s history with Roman and Bronze Age exhibits on display at medieval Castello Visconteo, wander along the shore of Lake Maggiore where palms and lemon trees line the lakeside, or head into the mountains on the funicular and cable cars.

Lugano

Lugano

Enjoy a taste of la dolce vita in Switzerland at lovely Lugano, on the shores of Lake Lugano, just across the border from Italy. People-watch in the main square with its colourful pastel palazzi, get happily lost in the maze of cobblestoned streets, relax in one of Lugano’s numerous parks or ride one of the three funiculars for wonderful views of the nearby mountains and water. Then enjoy the best of the lake, with a walk along the flower-lined promenade, stopping for a drink or Italian-influenced bite to eat, before heading out on one of the many boat trips.

Enjoy a taste of la dolce vita in Switzerland at lovely Lugano, on the shores of Lake Lugano, just across the border from Italy. People-watch in the main square with its colourful pastel palazzi, get happily lost in the maze of cobblestoned streets, relax in one of Lugano’s numerous parks or ride one of the three funiculars for wonderful views of the nearby mountains and water. Then enjoy the best of the lake, with a walk along the flower-lined promenade, stopping for a drink or Italian-influenced bite to eat, before heading out on one of the many boat trips.

Bernina Express

Bernina Express

While you could argue that a train journey isn’t a single destination to visit, travelling on the Bernina Express is an experience no-one should miss if you’re looking at Switzerland touring holidays. Crossing 196 bridges, passing through 55 tunnels and climbing the Brusio Spiral Viaduct on its route through the Swiss Alps from St Moritz to Tirano in Italy, you’ll see UNESCO World Heritage sites during the four-hour journey from the glacier-frosted heights to the palm-fringed lakesides.

While you could argue that a train journey isn’t a single destination to visit, travelling on the Bernina Express is an experience no-one should miss if you’re looking at Switzerland touring holidays. Crossing 196 bridges, passing through 55 tunnels and climbing the Brusio Spiral Viaduct on its route through the Swiss Alps from St Moritz to Tirano in Italy, you’ll see UNESCO World Heritage sites during the four-hour journey from the glacier-frosted heights to the palm-fringed lakesides.

The Swiss Lakes

The Swiss Lakes

Many of the lakes you’ll see on our Switzerland guided tours border other countries, so it’s easy to forget just how much wonderful lakeside scenery the country has – from Lake Geneva on the edges of France to Lake Constance, bordering Germany and Austria, and Lake Maggiore, shared with Italy. Each has its own charms, with crescent-shaped Lake Geneva overlooked by the Alps and with the Swiss Riviera stretching along its banks. Or Lake Constance, fed by the Rhine into an ancient glacier basin, is ideal for watersports, while Lake Maggiore is known for its beautiful flowers and gardens.

Many of the lakes you’ll see on our Switzerland guided tours border other countries, so it’s easy to forget just how much wonderful lakeside scenery the country has – from Lake Geneva on the edges of France to Lake Constance, bordering Germany and Austria, and Lake Maggiore, shared with Italy. Each has its own charms, with crescent-shaped Lake Geneva overlooked by the Alps and with the Swiss Riviera stretching along its banks. Or Lake Constance, fed by the Rhine into an ancient glacier basin, is ideal for watersports, while Lake Maggiore is known for its beautiful flowers and gardens.

More information about Switzerland

Switzerland’s currency is the Swiss Franc, divided into 100 centimes. Coins include 5, 10 and 20 centimes, as well as 0.5, 1, 2 and 5 Swiss francs. Bank note denominations include 10, 20, 50 and 100 Swiss francs (as well as largest 200 and 1,000 notes). Credit cards are also widely accepted.

Unless you’re planning winter sports or want to see the country in all its snowy glory, the best time to visit Switzerland is from April to October. The cities tend to be less pleasant to explore during July and August, but the lakes and mountains are often delightful during the summer. Spring sees Alpine flowers blooming, while you can enjoy the wine harvest during autumn, as well as cooler dry days to explore the cities.

Yes, tap water in Switzerland is not only safe to drink, it’s very high quality, with the country’s natural water sources requiring very little treatment. 

Switzerland uses two-pin Type C and three-pin Type J plugs, so standard European adaptors will work for UK plugs. 

Tipping isn’t widely expected in Switzerland. In restaurants, around 10% is customary for good service and you may find the tip has already been added to the bill. Otherwise in cafes, you may find a tip jar to drop some coins into, or round your bill up to the nearest Swiss franc, but it isn’t obligatory.  

Currently, UK citizens don’t need a visa to travel to Switzerland. Requirements can change, though – for the most up-to-date information on visas, please use the quick-check tool on our visa requirements page.  

There are four national languages in Switzerland – German, French, Italian and Romansh. The majority speak German, particularly in the central, north and eastern regions, while French and Italian are more common in the areas bordering France in the west and Italy in the south respectively. Romansh is little spoken, except in smaller pockets of the country, today. English is also widely spoken, especially in cities and in popular tourist areas.

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