Best of Switzerland
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Small Group
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Rating
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Best of Switzerland
8 days
Small Group
Moderate
Light
English
Experience Overview
Embark on an eight-day journey through the countryside and cuisine of Switzerland. This small nation packs a punch with its mountainous landscapes, glacial lakes, picturesque cities and food staples that are so tough to beat.
Embark on an eight-day journey through the countryside and cuisine of Switzerland. This small nation packs a punch with its mountainous landscapes, glacial lakes, picturesque cities and food staples that are so tough to beat. Visit the Zytglogge Clock on an orientation walk with your local leader in Bern, travel on a cogwheel train through the Alps and hike to the peak of Mount Rigi. Join a guided tour of a local cheese cellar, explore Grindelwald at your own pace and treat your taste buds to plenty of chocolate along the way!
Highlights
- Discover the area where Einstein lived and developed his Theory of Relativity at the start of the 20th century on an orientation walk with your local leader in Bern.
- Get a taste of the world-renowned Swiss rail system – your main transport on this trip – and soak in the scenic views as you ride the Luzern-Interlaken Express.
- Walk to the peak of Mount Rigi on a daytrip. Ride the cogwheel train to Rigi Kulm, learn about the region during a cheese cellar tasting and take in the panoramic views with a picnic lunch.
- Find out why the Swiss are known around the world for their cheese and chocolate, with opportunities to sample both delicious treats along the way.
- Choose your own adventure with plenty of free time – maybe visit Grossmunter Church in Zurich, see Bourbaki Panorama in Lucerne or ride a cable car to Grindelwald First in Grindelwald.
Trip Details
8 days
Train,Public bus,Boat,Cable car,Cog railway
Small Group
English
Zurich, Switzerland
Zurich, Switzerland
Moderate
Explorer, Rail & Cruises
Light
Itinerary
Included Activities:
- Bern: Orientation Walk
- Bern: Zytgoggle Guided Tour
Included Activities:
- Grindelwald - Village walk
Included Activities:
- Lucerne - Orientation Walk
- Lucerne - Glacier Garden Visit
- Lucerne - Interlaken to Lucerne panoramin train ride
- Lucerne - Swiss Travel Pass
Included Activities:
- Lucerne - Rigi Staffel to Vitznau cogwheel train ride
- Lucerne - Vitznau to Lucerne boat ride
- Lucerne - Rigi Kulm cogwheel train ride
- Rigi Mountain - Cheese cellar guided tour & tasting
Included Activities:
- Zurich - Local hot chocolate drink
- Zurich - Orientation walk
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 8 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Embark on an eight-day journey through the countryside and cuisine of Switzerland. This small nation packs a punch with its mountainous landscapes, glacial lakes, picturesque cities and food staples that are so tough to beat.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 17 May 2026
Customer Reviews
05/31/2023
Switzerland itself is a beautiful place and we saw some wonderful places. Not many inclusions and no local guide as advertised. Shared bathroom not expected and although clean, still not ideal. Compared to previous trips with G Adventures, Intrepid was subpar. We learned more facts and history from a wonderful waiter in Bern. Unlikely to use Intrepid again, our guide was lovely and this review should not reflect on her personally.
09/11/2023
Great way to introduce yourself to the wonders of Switzerland. It is fast paced, adventurous and beautiful. All accommodations are clean and comfortable and easily within walking distance to train stations.
Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
05/31/2023
Switzerland itself is a beautiful place and we saw some wonderful places. Not many inclusions and no local guide as advertised. Shared bathroom not expected and although clean, still not ideal. Compared to previous trips with G Adventures, Intrepid was subpar. We learned more facts and history from a wonderful waiter in Bern. Unlikely to use Intrepid again, our guide was lovely and this review should not reflect on her personally.
09/11/2023
Great way to introduce yourself to the wonders of Switzerland. It is fast paced, adventurous and beautiful. All accommodations are clean and comfortable and easily within walking distance to train stations.
08/20/2023
Unfortunately Intrepid's selection of accommodations were very poor for this trip and in this tour we did not have a local guide. I don't believe I would use Intrepid again.
08/19/2023
A short tour which gave a good introduction to Switzerland, albeit focussing on tourist 'hotspots'. Its success for me personally lay largely on the excellent organisational skills, supportive and personable nature of our leader, Serena. We all opted for Jungfraujoch so this should really be an included activity rather than an optional extra.
08/16/2023
Great trip with good pacing. Many options for activities with varied levels of physicalness. Smooth train rides between destinations with a beautiful view of the Swiss countryside and nature.
07/05/2023
The cows really do wear bells, the hills are rolling and green, the trains run exactly on time, and the mountains are as majestic as they are made out to be-Switzerland is a beautiful place. This trip is a great way to see many parts of this picturesque country!
08/17/2023
Our first time to both Europe and Switzerland was excellent. Our tour guide Luisa was wonderful and brought a lot of enthusiasm to our group. The places we went too were spectacular. It’s a trip we will never forget.
07/27/2023
Our trip Leader Luisa was very helpful and knowledgeable. Offered many suggestions on what we can do in our free time. Also planned with us to make it happen. We could have skipped Bulle and instead stayed in Bern did Cheese factory and Chocolate factory tour. Bern offers many things to see
06/22/2023
Really great way to see a lot of Switzerland in a short space of time. Big days, make sure you're well rested before the trip stats. The Bernese Oberland was a particular highlight. The day trip to Gruyere is a delight but if you're not into super touristy experiences maybe skip the chocolate factory and go for a swim instead. Simone our leader was a delight and Switzerland is truly impressive destination.
05/19/2023
Experiencing this spectacularly beautiful country by train left me constantly awestruck. There's nothing I didn't like and 100% will go back. Do recommend this trip!!!
06/19/2023
Fantastic trip. The mountains, Lucerne and Bern are particular highlights
06/28/2022
The Best of Switzerland was an amazing trip me and my husband took. We enjoyed every part of from the beautiful country to their amazing transport system. I think it’s an excellent trip for an introduction to Switzerland as it gives you a taste of a little bit of everything of this amazing country.
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