Switzerland Cities & Landscapes

Once you have arrived at Geneva Airport, make your way to the arrivals zone where you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in.

After settling in, the rest of the day is at your leisure. You may wish to take a gentle stroll around the city to stretch your legs, enjoy a coffee at one of the lakeside cafés, or simply relax at the hotel and recover from your journey.

In the evening, you could choose to dine at a local restaurant and sample Swiss specialities such as cheese fondue or lake fish.

Please note: All excursions depart at the exact times listed in the programme. Please meet your guide in the hotel lobby for included sightseeing.

Geneva - Lauterbrunnen - Interlaken Region. This morning, we leave Geneva at 07:30 AM, heading towards the Interlaken region. Here, we will make our way to Lauterbrunnen, a picturesque valley celebrated for its dramatic waterfalls and towering cliffs.

From April to November: we discover the impressive Trümmelbach Falls, hidden inside the mountain and carrying meltwater from the surrounding glaciers. We also visit the famous Reichenbach Falls, forever linked to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s tale of Sherlock Holmes, before continuing through the striking Aareschlucht gorge, carved by glacial waters over thousands of years.

From November to March: we explore some of Lauterbrunnen’s most iconic waterfalls, including Staubbachfall and Mürrenbachfall, both plunging from sheer cliffs. We then ascend to the Giessbach Falls and cross the panoramic Sigriswil Bridge, offering breathtaking views of Lake Thun and the surrounding peaks.

Alternatively, you may wish to take an optional full-day excursion to Jungfraujoch. This remarkable journey takes you by cogwheel train to the highest railway station in Europe at 3,454 metres, with a scenic stop at Eismeer station along the way.

From around 18:00, the evening is free for you to relax or explore at your own pace.

Please note: For the optional excursion to Jungfraujoch, train tickets are included. The excursion is booked at an additional fee, based on a minimum of three participants.

Interlaken Region - Bern - Gruyeres - Lake Geneva RegionAfter breakfast, we depart from the Interlaken region at 9 AM, heading for Bern. Once we have arrived, we will embark on a two-hour guided tour of the city, exploring its medieval old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its arcaded streets, clock tower, and impressive cathedral.

At 2 PM, we continue to the Gruyeres region, where we visit the charming medieval town of Gruyeres. Here, we discover the traditional cheese-making process at La Maison du Gruyere before indulging our sweet tooth at the famous Maison Cailler chocolate factory in Broc. Entrance to both the cheese factory and the chocolate factory is included.

By late afternoon, we transfer to the Lake Geneva region, where we will spend the night. This evening, around 6 PM, is free for you to relax, enjoy dinner, or take a stroll along the lakeside promenade.

Today, you have a full free day to enjoy the Montreux region at your own pace. You might stroll along the town’s flower-lined lakeside promenade, considered one of the most beautiful in Europe. If you are interested in music history, you could visit Queen: The Studio Experience, while film enthusiasts may prefer Chaplin’s World, dedicated to Charlie Chaplin, who spent his final years in Vevey. Another relaxing option is to take a scenic steamboat cruise from Vevey, gliding across Lake Geneva with views of charming lakeside towns and the surrounding Swiss and French Alps.

Option 1: Day Excursion to France (Evian-les-Bains – Yvoire – Annecy)
Departing at 8:30 AM and returning by 5:00 PM, this full-day trip crosses into France. We begin in Evian-les-Bains, world-famous for its mineral water and spa heritage. From there, continue to Yvoire, a beautifully preserved medieval village, before ending the day in Annecy, often called the Venice of the Alps for its canals, cobbled streets, and flower-decked bridges.

Option 2: Day Excursion to Glacier 3000
Leaving at 9:00 AM and returning by 4:00 PM, this excursion takes you by cable car to the summit of Glacier 3000. At 3,000 metres, sweeping views extend across 24 Alpine peaks, including Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn. The highlight is the Peak Walk by Tissot, the world’s only suspension bridge linking two mountain summits.

Option 3: Day Excursion to Chamonix – Mont Blanc
Departing at 9:00 AM and returning by 6:00 PM, this journey takes you through the scenic Arve Valley to Chamonix, at the foot of Mont Blanc. Ride the cable car to the summit of the Aiguille du Midi for a 360-degree panorama of the French, Swiss and Italian Alps, and board the red mountain train to Montenvers, where you’ll see the dramatic Mer de Glace glacier.

Option 4: Evening Excursion to the Thermal Baths of Les Bains de Lavey
In the evening, from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM, you can unwind at Les Bains de Lavey. Surrounded by Alpine scenery, the thermal baths feature naturally heated pools, underwater massages and eucalyptus hammams – the perfect way to relax after a day of sightseeing.

Lake Geneva Region - Lausanne - Montreux - Geneva. We depart from the Lake Geneva region at 9 AM, heading for the Swiss Riviera. Along the way, we take in Lausanne, home to the Olympic Park, as well as the lakeside towns of Vevey and Montreux. Our visit includes Château de Chillon, Switzerland’s most famous castle, beautifully set on the shores of Lake Geneva. Entrance tickets to the castle are included.

At 2 PM, we continue to Geneva. On arrival at 3 PM, we enjoy a two-hour city tour, discovering the city’s key landmarks and learning about its role as a centre of diplomacy and culture.

From around 5 PM, the evening in Geneva is free for you to spend as you wish. You might take a walk along the shores of Lake Geneva, enjoy dinner at one of the city’s many international restaurants, or simply relax at the hotel after a busy day of sightseeing.

After your final breakfast, we arrange your transfer to Geneva Airport. The drive takes you through the Lake Geneva region, with views of the water and surrounding landscapes along the way. On arrival at the airport, this will mark the end of the tour. Safe travels!