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The Best of Switzerland

8 days
Start and end in Zurich
5.0
351 traveler reviews
The Best of Switzerland - Globus
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Tour Operator:
Globus
Max group size:
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Age range:
5 to 80
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
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Highlights

  • Explore stunning mountains, fascinating towns and beautiful lakes
  • Visit famous cities including Zurich, Berne, and Lucerne
  • Enjoy a scenic drive through the Swiss Alps
  • Take the mountain train to beautiful Zermatt
  • Experience a special lunch at a traditional Swiss farm

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVE IN ZURICH, SWITZERLAND
  2. Day 2 ZURICH–VADUZ, LIECHTENSTEIN–ST. MORITZ, SWITZERLAND
  3. Day 3 ST. MORITZ–LAKE COMO, ITALY–LUGANO, SWITZERLAND
  4. Day 4 LUGANO–STRESA, ITALY–TÄSCH, SWITZERLAND–ZERMATT
  5. Day 5 ZERMATT–LAKE GENEVA
  6. Day 6 LAKE GENEVA–BERNE–LUCERNE
  7. Day 7 LUCERNE
  8. Day 8 LUCERNE–ZURICH AIRPORT
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
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  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
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Operated by

Globus

Number of tours

565

Age Range

5 to 80 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

It began more than 90 years ago, when a young man purchased a boat to transport visitors across Lake Lugano, Switzerland. Who would have thought that this single boat would launch one of the world's leading travel companies? Today, the Globus family of brands is a global company reaching every...

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Customer Reviews

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  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.2
  • Food
    Good
    3.7
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  • The Best of Switzerland reviewer 1
    · May 6th, 2024
    This tour was excellent and indeed explored the Best of Switzerland. Initially we had apprehension at first because it missed some popular tourist spots, but we were surprised that the choices were actually better and we wouldn't have thought of it if we did the tour on our own. Even if we didn't get to ride any of the scenic train rides, the coach experience was amazing and indeed explored other beautiful routes in the comforts of a carefree bus. Martina and Massimo truly made our experience wonderful. Martina had so many interesting anecdotes and historical stories that made us appreciate Switzerland culture so much. Massimo, on the other hand, had excellent driving skills especially on those tight turns even on high ground. Both made our tour comfortable and pleasurable. My comment would be to have more time in all the stops that we had, especially since most of the time we would arrive at late afternoon already and we only had an hour or so to look at shops, etc. I would also want to comment on the welcome dinner we had which was a bit subpar compared to the other meals we had prepared by Globus. Overall, the tour is highly recommended to anyone who would want to explore Switzerland and see the beauty it offers.
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    Trip date: April 2024
  • A
    · October 25th, 2023
    My first trip with Globus was a very pleasant experience. Peter the tour director is the ultimate professional making sure all the trip logistics went smoothly. Thank you.
    Trip date: October 2023
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  • A
    · October 21st, 2023
    Our trip was fantastic overall, just a few things will mention later.
    Trip date: October 2023
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  • A
    · October 21st, 2023
    This was certainly a fantastic tour. Just a few little things I need to comment on.
    Trip date: October 2023
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  • A
    · October 19th, 2023
    Our Trip with Globus to Switzerland was a very enjoyable experience and we are happy to say it exceeded our expectations! We liked every aspect of the trip. The Registration process with Vivian Vo was smooth, friendly and helpful/ The Hotel accommodation was excellent in spite of the first day minor glitch through no fault of Globus. The Tour Director, Pieter, was very knowledgeable and experienced as well has friendly, and helpful. Frank, our driver, took us through the scenic, winding roadways safely and was always ready whenever we needed any help. We felt fortunate to have the company of fellow tourists drawn from different parts of the world with whom we built up contacts and friendship. . Looking forward to another Globus Experience! .
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    Trip date: October 2023
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  • A
    · October 14th, 2023
    Great tour that managed to incorporate seeing a lot of places in just a limited time.
    Trip date: October 2023
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  • A
    · October 12th, 2023
    Well planned with some extraordinary sites to visit. Always great food and lodging. Tour guide and bus driver were entertaining and informative. Hotels were "European" as expected from past experiences, good for our overnights and food.
    Trip date: October 2023
    Review collected by Globus
  • A
    · October 11th, 2023
    Beautiful Tour of Switzerland. Tour Guide Pieter was the best. Hotels we stayed are all nice and spacious. Over all experience is top notch. Globus is always good. We enjoyed this tour of Switzerland.
    Trip date: October 2023
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  • A
    · October 11th, 2023
    Very organized! Our tour director was very considerate.
    Trip date: October 2023
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  • A
    · October 11th, 2023
    Everything wa amazing
    Trip date: October 2023
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The Best of Switzerland
From Zurich to Zurich

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • How big is the group size of this tour?

      This is a large group style tour with around 28-40 guests participating.

    • Is there an option to upgrade the accommodations?

      As this tour is sold as a set package there is no option to upgrade. The hotels are on average 4 stars so should be very comfortable and accommodating.

    • Where and when does the tour end?

      The final day of the tour is a departure day so you're free to leave after checkout! The tour operator recommends that flights should be booked for no earlier than 10 am.

    • What language is this tour operated in?

      This tour is operated entirely in English.

    • Can I use my past passenger discount on this tour?

      Of course, all we would require is your past passenger booking number, and we can apply the Globus past passenger discount of 5% to your booking.

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      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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      • For any tour departing before January 25th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 25th, 2025, a minimum payment of $250 is required to confirm your booking with Globus. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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