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Highlights of Switzerland

Highlights of Switzerland

9 days, 3 cities5
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Several homes situated next to clear blue water with a large mountain in the background
Several homes situated next to clear blue water with a large mountain in the background
A large ornately detailed brick building with green figurines sitting atop columns
A paved path with buildings and lush greenery next to the path and a large mountain in the background
A large snow-topped mountain with many yellow flowers in the foreground
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Why go?

Experience the majesty of Switzerland, without the need for hiking gear. From charming cities and villages to sky-high mountains and glaciers, one thing’s for sure—this trip will test the limits of your camera roll.

Picture yourself

  • Yodeling from atop the majestic Swiss Alps

  • Wandering the charming cities and villages of Switzerland

  • Indulging in Swiss delicacies like raclette and chocolate

  • Walking across glaciers at 10,000 feet

  • Exploring underground passages beneath an island castle

What you'll get

  • Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)

  • 7 nights in handpicked accommodations

  • 7 breakfasts

  • 3 dinners

  • Expert Tour Director

  • 24/7 support

  • Glacier 3000 experience

  • Cable car in Zermatt

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Full trip itinerary

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Fly to Switzerland

    Grab your bags, board your flight, and embrace those butterflies—you’re about to have the time of your life in one of the most beautiful countries in the world.

  • Day 2: Arrive in Lausanne

    Welcome to Switzerland! You’ll land in Geneva, but head to nearby Lausanne, Switzerland’s fourth largest city with breathtaking views of Lake Geneva and surrounding mountains.

    Today's highlights:

    • Meet an EF representative and fellow travelers as they arrive at the airport.
    • Transfer to your hotel to check in and check out your room.
    • Get acquainted with Lausanne on a brief walk with your Tour Director.
  • Day 3: Free day in Lausanne + optional Swiss Riviera excursion

    Parlez-vous français? Well, give it your best shot—because you’re kicking things off in the French-speaking region of Switzerland. Explore on your own or go for the optional excursion.

    Free time suggestions

    Ouchy Promenade: Not nearly as painful as it sounds, this lakeside district is the perfect place to stroll just like the locals do.

    Olympic Museum: Get sporty at this interactive museum dedicated to the Olympic games—the biggest in the world, believe it or not.

    Swiss Riviera: Chillon Castle & Montreux (extra cost)

    Take a guided tour of a medieval castle, followed by a wine tasting and trip to charming Montreux. 

  • Day 4: Glacier 3000 experience + travel to Zermatt region

    By the end of today, you will have walked on a glacier, crossed a bridge connecting two mountain peaks at 10,000 feet, and entered into the renowned Zermatt region of Switzerland. Yeah, it’s gonna be a good day.

    Today's highlights:

    • Take a cable car to the peak of the Scex Rouge mountain, the jumping off point of the Glacier 3000 experience.
    • Cross the only suspension bridge in the world connecting two mountain peaks.
    • Enjoy a leisurely 1-hour walk across a glacier with picturesque views in every direction.
    • Continue to your next hotel in the Zermatt region and chow down on an included dinner with your group.
  • Day 5: Explore Zermatt + Matterhorn viewpoint

    It’s alluring. It’s car-free. It’s Zermatt, Switzerland. Home to the legendary Matterhorn mountain, this village attracts adventure enthusiasts from around the world.

    Today's highlights:

    • Take an introductory walk through Zermatt.
    • Ride a cable car way up high and take. It. In.
    • Ooh and aah at the iconic pyramid-shaped Matterhorn mountain.
  • Day 6: Travel to Lucerne region + sightseeing

    Next stop: the Lucerne region. Breathe in the fresh air with hints of chocolate (it might only be your imagination) as your Tour Director shows you around town.

    Today's highlights:

    • Grab a window seat on the drive from Zermatt to the Lucerne region.
    • Join your Tour Director for an introductory city stroll.
  • Day 7: Optional Interlaken day trip + Free day in Lucerne region

    Continue discovering Switzerland’s hidden gems or join the optional trip to Interlaken.

    Free time suggestions

    Alpetizers: Try some hearty Swiss dishes, like rösti (potato cake), chügelipastete (veal with creamy mushroom sauce served in puff pastry), or weiner schnitzel (fried veal or pork; fun to say).

    Interlaken day trip (extra cost)

    Explore the town of Interlaken before riding Jungfrau Railway above the clouds for dazzling vistas.

  • Day 8: Free day in Lucerne region + optional trip up the Swiss Alps + Farewell Dinner

    Though it may feel like a dream, you are indeed awake. And thriving, might we add. Today, you can join an optional trip to the top of a mountain, or explore more of the area on your own. Then, it’s time for one final meal with your crew and one final night of Swiss bliss.

    Trip up the Swiss Alps (extra cost)

    Take an amazing trip to the top of a mountain in the Swiss Alps and soak in the incredible panoramic views.

    Why wait? Save money by booking this optional excursion before your trip departs.

  • Day 9: Fly home

    Auf Wiedersehen, Freunde!
    Translation: Goodbye, friends! Your next destination awaits—home. But this isn’t goodbye. It’s “See you later.” The only question is, where?

Reviews


Overall rating: 5 out of 5
Based on 5 authentic traveler reviews
  • Picture Perfect Switzerland

      Anonymous, traveled Oct. 2023

    Switzerland was an unreal country! The landscape was beautiful and the towns were so safe and clean and fun!

  • A must do if you like outdoors and being active

      Michael, traveled Oct. 2023

    Good views and had a wonderful experiment

  • Amazing Trip

      Anonymous, traveled Oct. 2023

    Can't recommend this trip enough. It had everything. A taste of city life in Lausanne to start off, then mountain towns in Zermatt and Engelberg with incredible scenery (i.e. the Matterhorn). Touring a castle. Train/cable car trips to the tops of mountains. Stops in beautiful cities like Lucerne, Interlaken, and Grindelwald. There's some free time if you wa... See more

  • Beautiful!!

      Samantha, traveled Oct. 2023

    Such an amazing trip!! Loved seeing both the city and small town side of Switzerland. Highly recommend!

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