THE BEST OF SWITZERLAND: A JOURNEY THROUGH ENCHANTING LANDSCAPES, DELECTABLE DELIGHTS & eFFORTLESS EXPLORATION

North Face of the Matterhorn from Zmutt Valley, Switzerland

If you have dreamed of taking in storybook-setting vistas, breathing in fresh Alpine air, and tasting mouth-watering Swiss chocolates, this enchanting tour of Switzerland has you covered from A to Zurich. Bustling cities, chalet-dotted hillsides, and pastoral valleys welcome you to the land of lush green farmland, glorious fondue, and glitzy fun. Join the capricious and carefree in the posh playgrounds of swanky St. Moritz, sparkling Lake Geneva, charming car-free Zermatt, and Italy’s celebrated and celebrity-full Lake Como. As you near lively Lugano and the Italian border, the scenery delightfully changes from mountainous panoramas to a Mediterranean paradise complete with chestnut groves, olive and fig trees, and fruitful vineyards. Dinner at a shady and cool grotto and lunch on a traditional Swiss farm provide local, delectable dining experiences like no other.

Switzerland map and flag – highly detailed vector illustration

All This. Included.

We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect vacation—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.

Globus takes you beyond the guidebooks with more ways to discover each destination.

  1. Every Globus tour includes their exclusive Local Favorites, specially included to share the authentic experiences that make each destination unique. Get to know the locals and local flavors you might just miss on your own!
  2. Discover something unexpected and unforgettable in the special way only Globus can share—with sightseeing highlights to off-the-beaten-path surprises to out-of-this world moments you’ll remember for a lifetime!
  3. Explore or relax as you please, or choose exciting options available at MyGlobus. Get local maps and free time tips on your GlobusGO mobile app. Your Tour Director can suggest the perfect way to design your day!
At Globus, we create tours with just the right balance of included features – from Local Favorites to VIP access at must-see sites – and free time. We’re all about hidden gems, not hidden charges. That’s why we throw in more visits, toss in more experiences and include more sightseeing, all in the price of the tour package. We also rest where the action is. Every Globus tour itinerary features hotels in the heart of each destination. And, when you know the ropes of travel, you also know how to get in front of them. We work hard behind the scenes to get our travelers front and center at the world’s greatest sights. As a result, we minimize lines and wait times. Plus, with the world’s best Tour Directors leading the way, we maximize the scene, scenery and overall enjoyment for each and every traveler.

Four Ways Globus Eliminates the Hassles

  1. VIP Access: Skip the lines and enjoy special treatment at the must-see attractions.
  2. Perfect Hotels: Carefully selected hotels in optimal locations ensure a comfortable stay.
  3. Tour Directors: Expert guides make every destination fascinating, allowing you to immerse yourself fully.
  4. Transportation: Leave the navigating to Globus, reducing energy use and greenhouse gas emissions for a more sustainable travel experience.

Globus takes you beyond the guidebooks with more ways to discover each destination.

 Local Favorites Every Globus tour includes our exclusive Local Favorites, specially included to share the authentic experiences that make each destination unique. Get to know the locals and local flavors you might just miss on your own!

Tour Highlights Discover something unexpected and unforgettable in the special way only Globus can share—with sightseeing highlights to off-the-beaten-path surprises to out-of-this world moments you’ll remember for a lifetime!

Enhanced Free Time Explore or relax as you please, or choose exciting options available at MyGlobus. Get local maps and free time tips on your GlobusGO mobile app. Your Tour Director can suggest the perfect way to design your day!

Swanky St. Moritz, Sparkling Lake Geneva, and Car-Free Zermatt

Join the capricious and carefree in the posh playgrounds of swanky St. Moritz, where you can enjoy the sparkling Lake Geneva, experience the charm of car-free Zermatt, and explore the celebrity-filled Lake Como in Italy. The tour promises a delightful change in scenery from mountainous panoramas to a Mediterranean paradise as you approach lively Lugano and the Italian border. Picture chestnut groves, olive and fig trees, and fruitful vineyards that characterize this mesmerizing region.

Delectable Dining Experiences

Indulge in local, delectable dining experiences like never before. Imagine having dinner at a shady and cool grotto or enjoying lunch on a traditional Swiss farm, providing a unique culinary journey that complements the picturesque landscapes.



DAY ONE: Arrive in Zurich, Switzerland

Welcome to Zurich! At 6:00PM, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

Dinner is included today.

DAY TWO: Zurich-Vaduz, Liechtenstein-St. Moritz, Switzerland

Swiss Chocolates & Sweet Views

ZURICH Orientation walk in the Old Town includes a Sprüngli chocolate-praline tasting. Take a scenic drive along Lake Zurich and Lake Walen into the high Alps en route to the Principality of Liechtenstein.
VADUZ Spend free time to browse and for lunch.
ST. MORITZ Enjoy free time this afternoon.

LOCAL FAVORITE:

LOCAL TASTES Since chocolatier David Sprüngli opened Confiserie Sprüngli & Fils on Zurich’s Marktgasse in 1836, its irresistible confections have been tempting many a sweet tooth for generations. Today Confiserie Sprüngli continues its tradition as a pioneer of Swiss chocolate making, whipping up sweet temptations from truffles to pralines in the many chocolate shops bearing its name throughout Switzerland.

Breakfast & Dinner are included today.

DAY THREE: St. Moritz-Lake Como, Italy-Lugano, Switzerland

Legendary Lakes of Italy & Switzerland

LAKE COMO See the stunning lake en route to Lugano.
LUGANO Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening.


ENHANCED FREE TIME

EXPLORE MORE in Lugano to see its mix of Italian and Swiss style and culture reflected in its architecture and cuisine. Standing on the Lake’s northern shore, the city is surrounded by mountain peaks. Lugano’s Piazza della Riforma and pastel palazzos share the ambience of this lovely Swiss city with impressive architecture and bold and innovative street art.

Breakfast is included today.

DAY FOUR: Lugano-Stresa, Italy-Tasch, Switzerland-Zermatt

The Heights of Beauty

STRESA Enjoy free time.
TÄSCH Take a scenic mountain train ride to Zermatt.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

CULTURAL GEMS Stresa is an example of Italy’s splendid elegance on Lake Maggiore, overlooking the surrounding islands. With natural beauty, ornamental gardens, and grand architecture, Stresa is a study in sophistication. Luxury villas and art nouveau hotels along the shores make for a perfect place to stroll.

Breakfast is included today.

DAY FIVE: Zermatt-Lake Geneva

Life on the Lake

ZERMATT Spend free time this morning before returning to Täsch. Take a scenic drive through the vineyards and apricot groves of the lower Rhône Valley en route to Lake Geneva.


TOUR HIGHLIGHT

PICTURE PERFECT The glistening waters of Lake Geneva lap against its French and Swiss shores in the serene surroundings of sublime vineyards and countryside. Belle Epoque sailboats traverse the lakeshores amid castles, museums, and resort towns as they have for over a century.

Breakfast & Dinner are included today.

DAY SIX: Lake Geneva-Berne-Lucerne

Coming Up Roses in Berne

BERNE Guided walking tour. Enjoy Globus Local Favorite lunch at a traditional Swiss working farm before continuing to Lucerne.


TOUR HIGHLIGHT

CITY SIGHTS Explore the “City of Fountains,” Berne – the capital city of Switzerland, dating back to the 12th century. Take in the medieval architecture in the Altstadt (Old Town) with its 6 kilometers of arcades and animated clocktower, then indulge in lunch at a local farm.

Breakfast & Lunch are included today.

DAY SEVEN: Lucerne

Lion Hearted in Lucerne

LUCERNE Walking tour includes the Lion monument, the Old Town, and Chapel Bridge. Globus Local Favorite Scenic railway ride to the top of Mount Pilatus and receive a special souvenir cap. Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening.


LOCAL FAVORITE

EPIC RIDE Feel your heart soar as you ascend to the summit of magnificent Mount Pilatus, home to the world’s steepest cogwheel railway. Look out for the legendary dragon and take in the heavenly vistas. Direct your gaze as far as the eye can see with views as far as the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Down below, sparkling lakes catch the sun for a view unlike any other.

Breakfast & Dinner are included today.

DAY EIGHT: Lucerne-Zurich Airport

Safe travels until we meet again!

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
A morning complimentary transfer to Zurich Airport in time for homebound flights leaving no earlier than 10 am. Extra nights are available in Zurich.

Breakfast is included today.

Luxurious Accommodations with Globus

Globus ensures your stay in Switzerland is not just a journey but a series of indulgent experiences, with carefully chosen hotels offering comfort, style, and unique local charm. Please Note: These are the scheduled hotels, there may be substitutions to similar First-Class accommodations.

Zurich: Mercure Zurich City

This modern city hotel, the Mercure Zurich City, boasts 318 air-conditioned cozy guestrooms with modern furnishings, including bathrobes and slippers for ultimate comfort. Enjoy Free Wi-Fi internet access throughout the property for seamless connectivity. The hotel offers a wellness area with a rooftop terrace and panorama sauna, a DELI restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a reception with a snack bar and Starbucks drinks machine. Additionally, there’s a NIVEA shop providing massages and cosmetic treatments, ensuring your stay is both comfortable and rejuvenating.

St. Moritz: Hotel Steffani

Immerse yourself in the quintessential Alpine retreat of Hotel Steffani. This family-owned traditional hotel, dating back to 1869, offers 60 guestrooms adorned with local murals and high-quality materials. Indulge in the hotel’s three restaurants, three bars, and a state-of-the-art spa area with an indoor pool, steam bath, and sauna. Located in the heart of St. Moritz, it’s just a short stroll from chic boutiques and funicular stations.

Lugano: Novotel Lugano Paradiso

Discover modern comfort at Novotel Lugano Paradiso. This first-class, mid-scale hotel with 97 rooms is a short walk from Lake Lugano. Enjoy Free Wi-Fi and tasteful, elegant décor throughout. The soundproofed guestrooms seamlessly blend comfort with technology, and the restaurant provides an informal setting serving fresh, tasty, healthy specialties. The property also features a fitness center and an outdoor seasonal swimming pool & bar.

Zermatt: Hotel Alex

In the heart of Zermatt, Hotel Alex is a mountain hut on the outside and a stylish boutique hotel on the inside. Revel in traditional furniture, exquisite carving, and precious paintings of the Matterhorn. The hotel offers a superb wellness center, including saunas, an indoor pool, massage rooms, a tropical shower, and a well-equipped fitness center. Enjoy lunch or dinner on the large sun terrace with a garden lounge. Elegantly refurbished rooms include flat-screen TVs with international channels, coffee & tea making facilities, and in-room safety boxes. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Lake Geneva: Eurotel Montreux

On the shores of Lake Geneva with stunning views of the Alps, Eurotel Montreux offers rooms with Free Wi-Fi and minibars. Indulge in Swiss and international cuisine at the lakeside restaurant or on the terrace, where barbecued dishes are prepared during the summer months. The hotel also features a fitness center, ensuring a delightful and active stay.

Lucerne: Romantik Hotel Widen Mann

Comprising 7 historic townhouses, Romantik Hotel Widen Mann is an oasis of charm and hospitality nestled in Lucerne’s picturesque old town. Enjoy complimentary coffee/tea facilities in the public area, relax in the spacious lounge, and savor local specialties and international cuisine in the hotel’s two restaurants. Experience a stay that combines history and comfort in this first-class hotel.



Conclusion: Seamless and Unforgettable

Globus has packed everything you need for the perfect vacation – from hand-selected hotels and dining to the expertise of Tour Directors and Local Guides, seamless transportation, and VIP access to iconic sites. It’s the ideal way to experience the best of Switzerland hassle-free, making your dream Swiss adventure a reality. Contact me today to make your Swiss dreams a reality.