Summary
Home to spectacular mountain scenery and beautiful lakes, a holiday in Switzerland is a breath of fresh air. Famed for its meltingly delicious chocolate and yummy fondue, this is a destination where you’ll never go hungry.
The Swiss Alps are a picture postcard setting for your trip. In lofty St Moritz you can enjoy winter sports galore, while majestic Montreux by Lake Geneva is part of the Swiss Riviera.
In Zurich there are extravagant luxuries to indulge in, from the high-end boutiques of Bahnhofstrasse to gourmet restaurants. More down-to-earth attractions include Lake Zurich, the Old Town and the Swiss National Museum.
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Zürich, Switzerland
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Geneva, Switzerland
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Lucerne, Switzerland
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Zermatt, Switzerland
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Interlaken, Switzerland
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Chur, Switzerland
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Montreux, Switzerland
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St Moritz, Switzerland
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Description
Well known as a financial hub, you’ll also find centuries of history as well as modern-day attractions in the city of Zurich. For example, the Grossmunster Cathedral with its twin towers is a real stand-out, but you’ll also find the FIFA World Football Museum which has a wealth of great stories to tell from on and off the pitch over the years.
The city also has a botanical garden, wilderness park and a zoo if your little ones want to get closer to nature. In the summer months, a boat trip around or going swimming in Lake Zurich is an ideal way to immerse yourself in what the city has to offer.
Spend two nights in Italy and two in Switzerland with this multi-centre city break to Milan and Zurich.
Interlaken
When you’re looking for a bit of adventure in the Swiss Alps, Interlaken is a charming resort town providing access to mountain hiking and skiing. Located between two lakes, Thun and Brienz, there are mountain railways and funiculars with indescribable views across the valley and beyond. This holiday to Interlaken and Lucerne includes an optional trip by rail to Jungfraujoch – known as the top of Europe.
Learn more about this four-night Swiss escape now.
Lucerne and Lugano
This twin-city trip to Switzerland allows you to see the country’s natural radiance from the comfort of the Gotthard Express, as well as by paddle steamer. Lucerne’s churches and medieval buildings help transport you to the past as you breathe in the mountain air on the banks of Lake Lucerne.
Close to the Italian border, the second city on your Swiss getaway is Lugano. Another majestic lake awaits you as well as the very best of Swiss cuisine with a distinctive Italian influence. A cable car ride to Monte San Salvatore is a dream-like experience as you marvel at nature’s best and brightest work all around you.
Look forward to Lucerne and Lugano by booking your multi-centre holiday to Switzerland now.
St. Moritz and Zermatt
Journey through the Swiss Alps in style with a panoramic ride on the famous Glacier Express which will take you from St. Moritz to your final destination at Zermatt – home of the Matterhorn – said to be the world’s most photographed mountain.
Get on board the Glacier Express by booking your multi-centre holiday now. Alternatively, you may want to find out more about our Bernina Express holiday which goes from Milan in Italy through Turano and Chur
FAQs
Bern is the capital of Switzerland.
Service charge is added to the bills but although it is not mandatory tips are always welcomed.
Jungfraujoch, The Matterhorn, Lake Geneva, Lake Lugano and Ticino, The Rhine Falls, Swiss National Park, Bernina Railway Line, Oberhofen Castle, Swiss Grand Canyon
Switzerland is 1 hour ahead of United Kingdom.
The currency of Switzerland is Swiss franc, usually indicated as CHF.
During the country's low season from November through March, it's easier to find deals on airfare and accommodations, while prices begin to rise again from April.
The best time to visit Switzerland is between April and October, though winter sports enthusiasts prefer December to March.
If you are visiting just one city 2-3 days should be sufficient enough. Allow 5-7 days for more complex holiday with excursions like Jungfraujoch or Bernina and visits to small Swiss towns.
EasyJet, Ryanair, British Airways and Swiss Airlines.
Switzerland has 4 official languages: German, Romansh, French and Italian.
