Overview
Start in Montreux, visit Chillon Castle, then board the Golden Pass Line to Glacier 3000. Travel to Interlaken and ascend to Jungfraujoch, the “Top of Europe.” Next, journey to Zermatt to explore the Gornergrat, with its stunning alpine views. Discover the Aletsch Arena before taking the Glacier Express to Zurich. Each stop offers spectacular landscapes and memorable experiences, showcasing the best of Switzerland.
Highlights
- Stay in a 3-star hotel with breakfast.
- Montreux - Chillon Castle - Golden Pass Line - Glacier 3000
- Interlaken - Jungfraujoch
- Zermatt - Gornergrat - Aletsch Arena - Glacier Express
- Zurich
Quick Info
- Destination : Montreux (2 Nights) , Interlaken ( 2 Nights) , Zermatt (2 Nights) , Zurich (1 Night)
- Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
- Start Point: Zurich Airport
- End Point: Zurich Airport
Itinerary
Arrive at Zurich airport and take the train to Montreux via Lausanne. Check-in, rest for a while and then leave to visit Chillon Castle (included in Swiss Travel Pass). Chillon Castle is one of Europe’s most fascinating castles, on the shores of Lake Geneva right at the foot of the Alps, facing the lake. Overnight in Montreux.
Collapse Day 1 ItineraryTake a 90 mins boat cruise to Lausanne. Arrive at Lausanne and visit the Olympic Museum (included in Swiss Travel Pass). The Olympic Museum has 3000 m2 of exhibition space, over 1500 exhibits, 150 screens. Spend some time in the city and then take the train back to Montreux. Overnight in Montreux.
Collapse Day 1 ItineraryCheck out from the hotel, experience the Golden Pass Line from Montreux to Gstaad. Deposit your luggage in the cloak Room at Gstaad and take the bus to reach the Glacier 3000. Take the cable car to reach the top. There you can enjoy the Peak Walk by Tissot, only suspended bridge connecting two peaks, the Ice Express, the Glacier Walk as well as many other activities. Return to Gstaad train station and leave for Interlaken. Arrival in Interlaken by train and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Interlaken.
Excursion from Interlaken to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe at an altitude of 3454 m/11’333 ft. One can travel to the top either by traditional way of Cogwheel train or by the Cable Car and save time. From Grindelwald Terminal to the Jungfraujoch in just 45 minutes! Take the new Eiger Express tricable gondola from Grindelwald Terminal to the Eiger Glacier and from there continue to Europe’s highest railway station on the Jungfrau Railway. Visitors have access to a high-Alpine wonderland of ice, snow and rock, which they can admire from the viewing platforms on the Aletsch Glacier or in the Ice Palace. Overnight in Interlaken.
Collapse Day 1 ItineraryCheck out and take the train to Zermatt. Arrive and keep your luggage in the hotel. With its sunny observation platform accessible all year long, the Gornergrat, at an altitude of 3,089 m, has been one of Switzerland’s top excursion destinations since 1898. The Gornergrat Bahn was the world’s first fully electrified cog railway. Board the cogwheel railway up to the Gornergrat, with views of the majestic Matterhorn, Monte Rosa and other spectacular summits. Overnight in Zermatt.
Collapse Day 1 ItineraryDay trip to the Aletsch Arena region. Take a direct train from Zermatt to Mörel , Zermatt to Fiesch and Zermatt to Betten , the main station in Aletsch Arena. Take the cable car to the Hohfluh at 2227m or Eggishorn Mountain at 2,869 metres and to enjoy the first spectacular 360o panoramic view on the 23km long Aletsch Arena and its mountains. Spend 3 - 4 hours in the lap of nature and then return back to Zermatt. Overnight in Zermatt.
Collapse Day 1 ItineraryCheck out from the hotel and board the Glacier Express train which is one of the greatest train journeys in the world. You travel from Zermatt to Chur. A 5.5 hrs railway journey across 291 bridges, through 91 tunnels and across the Oberalp Pass at 2033 metres in altitude, through the unspoilt natural beauty of a landscape rich in ancient fragrant mountain forests, peaceful Alpine meadows, rushing mountain streams and mountain valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries-old culture. De-board the train at Chur and take the train to Zurich. Overnight in Zurich.
Collapse Day 1 ItineraryReturn to any Swiss border or Swiss airport or continue your stay in Switzerland on your own.
Collapse Day 1 ItineraryIncluded in the price
- Accommodation in a 3 star hotel (7 nights, including Breakfast)
- Entry to Chillon Castle (Free with STP)
- Boat Cruise from Montreux to Lausanne (Free with STP)
- Olympic Museum Entrance (Free with STP)
- Golden Pass Line (Montreux to Gstaad)
- Excursion to Glacier 3000
- Excursion to Jungfraujoch
- Excursion to Gornergrat
- Excursion to Aletsch Arena (Complimentary)
- Reservation on Glacier Express train; Zermatt to Chur
- 8 days Swiss Travel Pass (STP) in 2nd class
Exclusion
- Return airfare.
- Visa services and fee
- Services of English-speaking guide. (Unless mentined in inclusions for specified durations)
- Entrances to monuments unless mentoined in inclusions
- Lunch and dinner unless mentioned in inclusions
- Items of personal use like telephone, laundry, tips to driver or guide.
Accommodations
Hotel Helvetie or similar
Nights: 2 Nights in Monterux
Room Type : Standard Room
Meals Included : Breakfast
Hotel Bernerhof or similar
Nights: 2 Nights in Interlaken
Room Type : Standard Room
Meals Included : Breakfast
Hotel Butteryfly or similar
Nights: 2 Nights in Zermatt
Room Type : Standard Room
Meals Included : Breakfast
Hotel Bristol or similar
Nights: 1 Nights in Zurich
Room Type : Standard Room
Meals Included : Breakfast
Price and Dates
Price starting from $
Valid from 01 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025
Must See
- Chillon Castle
- Lausanne:Olympic Museum
- Peak Walk by Tissot
- Ice Express, the Glacier Walk
- Cog Wheel Railway
- Jungfraujoch
- Gornergrat Bahn
- Aletsch Arena
- Ride on Glacier Express Train
Travel Tips
•All foreign nationals must carry valid identification at all times.
•It is mandatory for all tourists to carry their booking voucher with them.
•All personal expenses will be the responsibility of the tourists.
•Any optional tours/activities requested on free days will not be included as part of the package.
•Meals are as per inclusions mentioned.
Policies
Payment Policy:
Full payment will be required at the time of booking the tour and services.
Cancellation Policy:
- 45+ days before travel: full refund after deduction of non-refundable deposit
- 45-30 days before travel: 50% cancellation fee
- 0-30 days before travel: 100% cancellation fee
- Air tickets, visas, and travel insurance services are non-refundable (if applicable) and subject to 100% cancellation charges.
Refund Policy:
Refunds, if applicable, will be processed within 7 to 10 working days via bank transfer or cheque payment after the agency acknowledges the cancellation in writing.
Payment Terms: The trip cost must be paid in full before the trip begins. If payment is pending, the trip may be cancelled.
Travel Documentation and Visas: Each participant is responsible for having valid travel documents and meeting immigration requirements before the departure date. Passports should be valid for at least 6 months from the return date.
Travel Insurance: Our insurance does not cover financial loss due to Force Majeure conditions (such as COVID-19). To cover this risk, an additional insurance policy will need to be purchased.
Meals: Meals provided during the trip are outlined in the itinerary as Breakfast [B], Lunch [L], or Dinner [D].
VAT: All programs outside the UAE will be zero-rated based on current VAT guidelines. Any changes in the guidelines will result in a change in pricing.
Force Majeure Events: We cannot be held liable or provide compensation for any damage, loss, or expense caused by Force Majeure events.
ROE: The exchange rate will be calculated at the time of final payment.
Check-in and Check-out: Check-in time is 15:00 hours, and check-out time is 12:00 hours. In case of early check-in or late check-out, there will be a supplement cost borne by the guest.
Room Upgrades: The given package cost is based on a basic first-category room. If guests want to upgrade their room category, they will need to pay a supplement cost.
Sightseeing: During sightseeing, the driver will try to park as close as possible. Guests may need to walk or arrange their own transfer if required.
Vehicle Breakdown: In case of vehicle breakdown, we will do our best to fix the problem as soon as possible. However, there will be no refund for any inconvenience caused.
Unattended Items: Please do not leave any unattended items in the vehicle while leaving. We are not responsible for any loss or damage.
Increased Costs: Any increase in visa fees, airfare, fuel prices, or changes in government regulations and taxes will affect the tour cost.
Deportation: We will not be responsible for any deportation due to immigration and customs clearance. There will be no refund for the tour package.
Optional Sightseeing: Any optional sightseeing must be pre-booked with an additional cost.
Unutilized Services: There will be no refund for any unutilized services.
Personal Expenses: Itinerary cost does not include any personal expenses such as tips, miscellaneous expenses, laundry, liquor, porterage, etc.
International Tour: International guests must reach the airport at least 3 hours before departure.
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