Majestic Switzerland

Expedition

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EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW

From St. Moritz to Zermatt and onto Geneva, this once-in-a-lifetime itinerary ventures across Switzerland aboard the Glacier Express. In Lucerne, the Rosengart Museum opens for you after hours for a special, VIP Experience with sparkling wine among the masterpieces of Picasso and Renoir. Before bidding lakeside Lucerne farewell, choose how to visit the fascinating Swiss Transportation Museum, either with a highlight tour or learn about sustainability.

highlights

Dining Summary

5 Dinner (D)
9 Breakfast (B)
2 Lunch (L)

Choice Highlights

Choose between two carefully selected activities

St Moritz: Join a nature guide and head out for a gentle mountain hike in the glorious alpine scenery.
St Moritz: Listen to an engaging talk about the incredible local wildlife, including marmots, red deer and the golden eagle.

Choose between two carefully selected activities

Geneva: Visit the inspiring Red Cross Museum, dedicated to the globally recognised organization that was founded by Geneva's own Henri Dunant.
Lake Geneva: Relax on a boat cruise as you glide on the pristine waters of Lake Geneva.

Choose between two carefully selected activities

Lucerne: Visit the Swiss Transportation Museum, an interactive and engaging exhibition displaying a wide range from luxury Monteverdi cars to alpine trains. Switzerland's natural ruggedness required a lot of effort to connect to the remote communities and the museum does a spectacular job in revealing not only the history, but glimpses into the future of transportation.
Lucerne: Visit the Swiss Transportation Museum for an engaging sustainability tour, an interactive and engaging exhibition displaying a wide range from luxury Monteverdi cars to alpine trains. Switzerland's natural ruggedness required a lot of effort to connect to the remote communities and the museum does a spectacular job in revealing not only the history, but glimpses into the future of transportation.

Additional Included Highlights

You will be escorted by one of our fine Travel Concierges, handpicked to serve as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary, available on departures with 15 or more guests.
At every hotel, you'll be treated to seamless baggage handling, with prompt delivery inside your room.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
Complimentary airport transfers are included on start and end dates and when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold. Guests will be transferred with fellow Luxury Gold Travelers that arrive on the same flight. Complimentary, private train station transfers are included when train travel is included within the itinerary. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city of the itinerary, may be requested but are not guaranteed.

Exceptional Dining

Zürich: Feel the warm hospitality of this stylish city, as you join your travel companions for a delicious Welcome Dinner hosted at an atmospheric local restaurant.
St Moritz: Located in the heart of the glamorous ski resort of St. Moritz is the marvelous Restaurant Engiadina, where you'll sample local fare in the quietly elegant dining room. This is Alpine gourmet with a Swiss twist.
Zermatt: During a Your Choice Evening, you will be spoilt for choice with a hand-picked selection of local gourmet restaurants. Choose your own ambience, cuisine and drinks for an intimate culinary experience, that has been thoroughly researched by our local foodies.
Geneva: Experience the quality and ﬂawless service of the Michelin-starred restaurant, La Chaumière. Savor fine cuisine prepared using the very best ingredients, featuring traditional dishes as well as more contemporary creations.
Gruyères: Sample an authentic fondue in the cheese capital of Switzerland. Gather around a bubbling pot of melted goodness and savor a truly Swiss dining experience and enjoy with a chilled glass of wine.
Route de Broc: Chocolate-lovers will enjoy a truly immersive experience at Maison Cailler, in the village of Broc, that takes you through the history of the sweet in a multi-sensory tour. The chocolate manufacturer is one of the oldest in the world.
Lucerne: Cruise on Lake Lucerne before embarking on a scenic cable car ride to the summit of Mount Stanserhorn. Here, amid true Alpine majesty, your journey comes to a close with a fabulous Celebration Dinner at a panoramic rotating restaurant, offering breathtaking views.

Journey Highlights

Visit Liechtenstein, known for being one of Europe's smallest countries and dotted with medieval castles, traditional villages and dramatic mountains. See Vaduz Castle, home to the Prince of Liechtenstein, ruler and descendent of one the world’s oldest noble families.
Glacier Express: Take your first class seat onboard this world-famous train, the most spectacular way to travel through the Swiss Alps. Marvel at unrivaled views of snow-covered peaks, alpine villages and the Rhine Gorge, known as the Grand Canyon of Switzerland.
Gornergrat: Ride Europe’s highest open-air cogwheel train to the summit of the mountain for a glimpse of some of Switzerland's highest peaks, Monte Rosa and the Matterhorn. The sunny observation platform of Gornergrat gives you an incredible view across 29 mountains all year round.
Geneva: Join your Local Expert for a walking tour around remarkably cosmopolitan Geneva. Stop for photos at the alluring outdoor Floral Clock and admire the Reformation Monument in the Parc des Bastions. Hear more on the diplomatic history of the city.
Lucerne: During your orientation with your Travel Concierge, see the stirring Lion Monument carved from the rock, pretty Old Town Hall, Chapel Bridge -- which is the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe -- and the quaint square of Weinmarkt with its Renaissance fountain.
Lucerne: Take an evening cruise along Lake Lucerne to Stans.

Luxury Hotels

Geneva: Elegantly poised at the edge of Lake Geneva with magnificent views of the famous Jet d’Eau and Mont Blanc, the beautiful Hotel d’Angleterre effortlessly combines British charm with the finest Swiss hospitality. Each guest room and suite showcases elegant design, original artwork and thoughtful touches. Discover delicious international cuisine in Windows restaurant over-looking Lake Geneva, and relax with cocktails in the famous Leopard Bar and Cigar Lounge.

Personalize your day

St Moritz: Join a nature guide and head out for a gentle mountain hike in the glorious alpine scenery.
St Moritz: Listen to an engaging talk about the incredible local wildlife, including marmots, red deer and the golden eagle.
Geneva: Visit the inspiring Red Cross Museum, dedicated to the globally recognised organization that was founded by Geneva's own Henri Dunant.
Lake Geneva: Relax on a boat cruise as you glide on the pristine waters of Lake Geneva.
Lucerne: Visit the Swiss Transportation Museum, an interactive and engaging exhibition displaying a wide range from luxury Monteverdi cars to alpine trains. Switzerland's natural ruggedness required a lot of effort to connect to the remote communities and the museum does a spectacular job in revealing not only the history, but glimpses into the future of transportation.
Lucerne: Visit the Swiss Transportation Museum for an engaging sustainability tour, an interactive and engaging exhibition displaying a wide range from luxury Monteverdi cars to alpine trains. Switzerland's natural ruggedness required a lot of effort to connect to the remote communities and the museum does a spectacular job in revealing not only the history, but glimpses into the future of transportation.

VIP Experiences

Lucerne: Wander the art-filled halls of the Rosengart Collection, where you’ll enjoy an after-hours private tour and drinks reception surrounded by the masterpieces of Chagall, Renoir, Kandinksy and Picasso.

Well-being

Our customised luxury coaches are sanitised before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customised luxury coaches.
Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19. All Travel Concierges, Well-Being Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.
We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

Highlights

Dining Summary

5 Dinner (D)
9 Breakfast (B)
2 Lunch (L)

Choice Highlights

Choose between two carefully selected activities

St Moritz: Join a nature guide and head out for a gentle mountain hike in the glorious alpine scenery.
St Moritz: Listen to an engaging talk about the incredible local wildlife, including marmots, red deer and the golden eagle.

Choose between two carefully selected activities

Geneva: Visit the inspiring Red Cross Museum, dedicated to the globally recognised organization that was founded by Geneva's own Henri Dunant.
Lake Geneva: Relax on a boat cruise as you glide on the pristine waters of Lake Geneva.

Choose between two carefully selected activities

Lucerne: Visit the Swiss Transportation Museum, an interactive and engaging exhibition displaying a wide range from luxury Monteverdi cars to alpine trains. Switzerland's natural ruggedness required a lot of effort to connect to the remote communities and the museum does a spectacular job in revealing not only the history, but glimpses into the future of transportation.
Lucerne: Visit the Swiss Transportation Museum for an engaging sustainability tour, an interactive and engaging exhibition displaying a wide range from luxury Monteverdi cars to alpine trains. Switzerland's natural ruggedness required a lot of effort to connect to the remote communities and the museum does a spectacular job in revealing not only the history, but glimpses into the future of transportation.

Additional Included Highlights

You will be escorted by one of our fine Travel Concierges, handpicked to serve as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary, available on departures with 15 or more guests.
At every hotel, you'll be treated to seamless baggage handling, with prompt delivery inside your room.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
Complimentary airport transfers are included on start and end dates and when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold. Guests will be transferred with fellow Luxury Gold Travelers that arrive on the same flight. Complimentary, private train station transfers are included when train travel is included within the itinerary. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city of the itinerary, may be requested but are not guaranteed.

Exceptional Dining

Zürich: Feel the warm hospitality of this stylish city, as you join your travel companions for a delicious Welcome Dinner hosted at an atmospheric local restaurant.
St Moritz: Located in the heart of the glamorous ski resort of St. Moritz is the marvelous Restaurant Engiadina, where you'll sample local fare in the quietly elegant dining room. This is Alpine gourmet with a Swiss twist.
Zermatt: During a Your Choice Evening, you will be spoilt for choice with a hand-picked selection of local gourmet restaurants. Choose your own ambience, cuisine and drinks for an intimate culinary experience, that has been thoroughly researched by our local foodies.
Geneva: Experience the quality and ﬂawless service of the Michelin-starred restaurant, La Chaumière. Savor fine cuisine prepared using the very best ingredients, featuring traditional dishes as well as more contemporary creations.
Gruyères: Sample an authentic fondue in the cheese capital of Switzerland. Gather around a bubbling pot of melted goodness and savor a truly Swiss dining experience and enjoy with a chilled glass of wine.
Route de Broc: Chocolate-lovers will enjoy a truly immersive experience at Maison Cailler, in the village of Broc, that takes you through the history of the sweet in a multi-sensory tour. The chocolate manufacturer is one of the oldest in the world.
Lucerne: Cruise on Lake Lucerne before embarking on a scenic cable car ride to the summit of Mount Stanserhorn. Here, amid true Alpine majesty, your journey comes to a close with a fabulous Celebration Dinner at a panoramic rotating restaurant, offering breathtaking views.

Journey Highlights

Visit Liechtenstein, known for being one of Europe's smallest countries and dotted with medieval castles, traditional villages and dramatic mountains. See Vaduz Castle, home to the Prince of Liechtenstein, ruler and descendent of one the world’s oldest noble families.
Glacier Express: Take your first class seat onboard this world-famous train, the most spectacular way to travel through the Swiss Alps. Marvel at unrivaled views of snow-covered peaks, alpine villages and the Rhine Gorge, known as the Grand Canyon of Switzerland.
Gornergrat: Ride Europe’s highest open-air cogwheel train to the summit of the mountain for a glimpse of some of Switzerland's highest peaks, Monte Rosa and the Matterhorn. The sunny observation platform of Gornergrat gives you an incredible view across 29 mountains all year round.
Geneva: Join your Local Expert for a walking tour around remarkably cosmopolitan Geneva. Stop for photos at the alluring outdoor Floral Clock and admire the Reformation Monument in the Parc des Bastions. Hear more on the diplomatic history of the city.
Lucerne: During your orientation with your Travel Concierge, see the stirring Lion Monument carved from the rock, pretty Old Town Hall, Chapel Bridge -- which is the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe -- and the quaint square of Weinmarkt with its Renaissance fountain.
Lucerne: Take an evening cruise along Lake Lucerne to Stans.

Luxury Hotels

Geneva: Elegantly poised at the edge of Lake Geneva with magnificent views of the famous Jet d’Eau and Mont Blanc, the beautiful Hotel d’Angleterre effortlessly combines British charm with the finest Swiss hospitality. Each guest room and suite showcases elegant design, original artwork and thoughtful touches. Discover delicious international cuisine in Windows restaurant over-looking Lake Geneva, and relax with cocktails in the famous Leopard Bar and Cigar Lounge.

Personalize your day

St Moritz: Join a nature guide and head out for a gentle mountain hike in the glorious alpine scenery.
St Moritz: Listen to an engaging talk about the incredible local wildlife, including marmots, red deer and the golden eagle.
Geneva: Visit the inspiring Red Cross Museum, dedicated to the globally recognised organization that was founded by Geneva's own Henri Dunant.
Lake Geneva: Relax on a boat cruise as you glide on the pristine waters of Lake Geneva.
Lucerne: Visit the Swiss Transportation Museum, an interactive and engaging exhibition displaying a wide range from luxury Monteverdi cars to alpine trains. Switzerland's natural ruggedness required a lot of effort to connect to the remote communities and the museum does a spectacular job in revealing not only the history, but glimpses into the future of transportation.
Lucerne: Visit the Swiss Transportation Museum for an engaging sustainability tour, an interactive and engaging exhibition displaying a wide range from luxury Monteverdi cars to alpine trains. Switzerland's natural ruggedness required a lot of effort to connect to the remote communities and the museum does a spectacular job in revealing not only the history, but glimpses into the future of transportation.

VIP Experiences

Lucerne: Wander the art-filled halls of the Rosengart Collection, where you’ll enjoy an after-hours private tour and drinks reception surrounded by the masterpieces of Chagall, Renoir, Kandinksy and Picasso.

Well-being

Our customised luxury coaches are sanitised before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customised luxury coaches.
Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19. All Travel Concierges, Well-Being Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.
We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

Trip details

Trip Type: Group Tour

Comfort: Deluxe

Travel Styles: Family, 55+, Luxury

Starts: Zurich, Switzerland

Finishes: Zurich, Switzerland

Duration: 10 days

ITINERARY

1Day 1: Welcome to Switzerland

Your Switzerland tour begins by private chauffeur to your hotel. Tonight, dine on traditional Swiss fare at an elegant local restaurant this evening.

Accommodation: Ambassador
Meals: Dinner

2Day 2: Vaduz and St. Moritz Relaxed Start

Journey through picturesque Swiss countryside to Liechtenstein lined with stately medieval castles, quaint villages and dramatic mountains. Admire Vaduz Castle before ascending Julier Pass to Engadine Valley. Arriving in St. Moritz, soak in its jet-set atmosphere over a gourmet Alpine meal at Restaurant Engiadina.

Accommodation: Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski, St. Moritz.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

3Day 3: The Roof of Europe Relaxed Start

The dramatic peaks and sprawling meadows of St. Moritz come to life by joining a Local Wildlife Expert for insights into the resident wildlife of the surrounding areas. Or, a gentle mountain hike with a Swiss Mountain Guide will acquaint you with this picturesque landscape and its history.

Accommodation: Grand Hotel des Bains Kempinski, St. Moritz.
Meals: Breakfast

4Day 4: All Aboard The Glacier Express

Take a breathtaking journey through the Swiss Alps to Zermatt aboard the Glacier Express. Sit back in your first-class seat and enjoy a lunch prepared on board, soaking up sensational views from your glass-domed carriage, as you wind through tunnels and bridges past the dramatic Matterhorn, towering Landwasser viaduct and picturesque castles rising out of the Rhine Gorge.

Accommodation: Mont Cervin Palace, Zermatt.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

5Day 5: Zermatt and Gornergrat Experience Relaxed Start

Ascend Gornergrat Mountain on Europe’s highest open-air cogwheel railway. Bask in the dramatic scenery from larch and pine forests to colorful Alpine meadows. Cross dramatic bridges and plunge through tunnels emerging into panoramic views of mountain lakes. The summit finds you standing in awe of the Matterhorn.

Accommodation: Mont Cervin Palace, Zermatt.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

6Day 6: The Swiss Riviera to Geneva

Your scenic journey takes you along the rolling Lower Rhone Valley to the charming village of Montreux, where you can spot the beautiful Chillon Castle. Journey along the Swiss Riviera, the grandeur of Lake Geneva and the stately French Alps rising in the distance lure you along en route to Geneva.

Accommodation: Hotel d'Angleterre, Geneva.
Meals: Breakfast

7Day 7: Highlights of Geneva Relaxed Start

Discover the best of Geneva on a short walking tour featuring the Floral Clock and the grand Reformation Monument. Personalise your day on a relaxing cruise across Lake Geneva or at the Red Cross Museum. The evening beckons with a decadent meal at Michelin-starred La Chaumière.

Accommodation: Hotel d'Angleterre, Geneva.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

8Day 8: La Gruyère and on to Lucerne

Savor gourmet delicacies beginning with a tour and tasting at famed chocolatier Maison Cailler and, in Gruyères, enjoy a sumptuous lunch of bubbling fondue. Your decadent day concludes in Lucerne with an exclusive after-hours tour of the Rosengart Collection followed by bubbly and canapes among Picasso’s masterpieces.

Accommodation: Hotel Schweizerhof, Luzern.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

9Day 9: Lovely Lucerne Relaxed Start

At the Swiss Transportation Museum, tailor your experience with a highlights or sustainability tour. As evening sets in, cruise on Lake Lucerne to Stans where a futuristic cable car will carry you up Mount Stanserhorn. Bask in the Alpine views over a sumptuous meal at a panoramic, rotating restaurant.

Accommodation: Hotel Schweizerhof, Luzern.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

10Day 10: Farewell Lucerne

Say a fond farewell to Switzerland before your private transfer to Zürich Airport.

Meals: Breakfast

WHAT’S INCLUDED

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