A week in Switzerland: mountains, cheese & lakes

DAY 1,

Arrival in Zurich, Lindt Chocolate & Lucerne

Begin your Swiss adventure with a scenic train ride using your Swiss Rail Pass.
Optional stop at the Lindt Home of Chocolate near Zurich for a first taste of sweet delights. Continue by train to Lucerne for a relaxing stroll through the medieval Old Town and across the iconic Chapel Bridge
Overnight at Hotel des Balances 4*.

DAY 2,

Mount Pilatus & Journey to Grindelwald

Start your day with a morning excursion to Mount Pilatus, including a panoramic boat cruise on Lake Lucerne.
Then take the train to Grindelwald, a picturesque alpine village surrounded by peaks.
In the evening, enjoy a traditional Swiss fondue at a cozy mountain restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Belvedere Grindelwald 4*.

DAY 3,

Alpine Adventures in Grindelwald

Choose from a selection of outdoor activities:

Full-day excursion to the Top of Europe, Jungfraujoch, by mountain train
E-bike adventure through Lauterbrunnen and the Valley of 72 Waterfalls, with a scenic picnic lunch
Panoramic guided hike from Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg
Kayaking experience on the turquoise waters of Lake Brienz

DAY 4,

Grindelwald to Zermatt

Take the train to the car-free village of Zermatt, nestled at the foot of the Matterhorn.
Visit the Matterhorn Museum, showcasing the dramatic history of the mountain’s first ascent.
Then take the funicular up to Sunnegga for a magical sunset view of the Matterhorn.
Overnight at Hotel Allalin Zermatt 4*.

DAY 5,

Gourmet Mountain Trail on the Gornergrat

Combine epic alpine views with local gastronomy on a culinary journey across the Gornergrat:

Begin with a special “apéro riche” at the 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat
Enjoy a gourmet 3-course lunch at the historic Hotel Riffelhaus in Riffelberg
Conclude with dessert and coffee at Alphitta restaurant in Riffelalp — a feast for all the senses

DAY 6,

Zermatt, Montreux & Lavaux Vineyards

Train ride to Montreux, followed by a visit to the fairytale Chillon Castle.
In the late afternoon, explore the UNESCO-listed Lavaux terraced vineyards during a sunset wine-tasting experience.
Overnight at Hotel Jetty 4*.