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Switzerland Tours

Switzerland is one of Europe's most extraordinary and breathtaking travel destinations — a landlocked country of majestic mountains, crystal clear lakes, picturesque villages, snow capped peaks, and a rich Swiss culture shaped by four national languages (German, French, Italian, and Romansh) and centuries of extraordinary history. Switzerland tours reward every traveler with unforgettable journeys through some of the world's most spectacular scenery — from the iconic Glacier Express panoramic train journey through the Swiss Alps and the Jungfraujoch (Europe's highest railway station) to Lake Geneva's historic Chillon Castle and the beautiful cities of Zurich, Bern, and Lucerne. Switzerland is a country where every valley, every mountain, every train ride and every guide reveals something new — and the best of Switzerland is always waiting around the next bend in the mountain road.
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Switzerland Tour Packages

Ready to visit Switzerland? Firebird offers expertly crafted Switzerland tours and Switzerland trip packages for every type of traveler — from classic Swiss Alps adventures combining the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and Jungfraujoch to comprehensive Switzerland travel covering Lake Geneva, Lake Lucerne cruises, the Bernese Oberland, Lauterbrunnen Valley, Grindelwald, Interlaken, and Zermatt. Switzerland has tours lasting from 6 to 14 days — Switzerland offers 9-day tours visiting 11 locations, and travel packages often feature 4-star accommodations. A minimum of 5–7 days is recommended for visiting Switzerland's major cities and alpine highlights. Our Switzerland tours include expert local guides, a dedicated tour guide and bus driver, and free time at each destination. A great tour of Switzerland — whether a small group tour or private trip to Switzerland — guides you through snow capped mountains, glaciers, chocolate and fondue tastings, and alpine lakes. Contact our destination specialists today to explore Switzerland at its best.
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Switzerland in a Nutshell1 country3 cities
ZurichZermattMontreux
7 days
Private tour
From $3,279
Essential Switzerland1 country3 cities
ZurichInterlakenMontreux
7 days
Small group tour
From $3,695
Alpine Switzerland1 country3 cities
LucerneInterlakenBern
8 days
Private tour
From $3,510
Glacier Express Journey1 country4 cities
ZurichSt. MoritzZermattMontreux
8 days
Private tour
From $4,811
Trails of Switzerland1 country3 cities
ZurichLucerneInterlaken
7 days
Private tour
From $3,669
Winter Switzerland1 country5 cities
ZurichLucerneRigi KaltbadInterlakenBern
9 days
Private tour
From $3,979
Definitive Switzerland1 country6 cities
ZurichSt. MoritzZermattMontreuxInterlakenBern
12 days
Private tour
From $5,944
Highlights of Switzerland & Austria2 countries6 cities
MontreuxZermattZurichInnsbruckSalzburgVienna
13 days
Private tour
From $6,375
Grand Tour of France & Switzerland2 countries5 cities
ParisLyonChamonix-Mont-BlancZermattZurich
14 days
Private tour
From $6,977
Alpine Italy and Switzerland2 countries6 cities
VeniceSirmioneComoLuganoLucerneZurich
13 days
Private tour
From $7,875
Best of Italian Lake Region and Scenic Switzerland2 countries6 cities
MilanComoLuganoChurZermattStresa
11 days
Private tour
Best of Switzerland1 country3 cities
ZurichInterlakenMontreux
9 days
Private tour
From $5,286
Heart of Switzerland1 country4 cities
LucerneEngelbergGrindelwaldBern
8 days
Private tour
From $5,460
Alpine Switzerland with Bernina Express2 countries7 cities
ZurichInterlakenMontreuxZermattSt. MoritzTiranoMilan
11 days
Small group tour
From $6,085
Swift Glacier Express1 country2 cities
ZurichGeneva
6 days
Private tour
From $3,126
Heritage Trail of Central Switzerland1 country3 cities
ZurichBurgdorfBern
7 days
Private tour
From $4,640

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The Glacier Express is one of the world's most celebrated scenic train journeys — the extraordinary panoramic train winds through the Swiss Alps past snow capped mountains, picturesque valleys, charming villages, alpine villages, and glaciers that reward every traveler with a truly unforgettable Switzerland journey. The Bernina Express is another extraordinary Swiss panoramic train — the UNESCO World Heritage railway through the Bernese Oberland and Bernina Pass offers breathtaking mountain scenery and crystal clear alpine lakes at every turn. Jungfraujoch — Europe's highest railway station — is one of Switzerland's greatest bucket list destinations, accessible by cogwheel train through the stunning scenery of the Bernese Oberland above Grindelwald and Interlaken. Lake Geneva features the historic 13th-century Chillon Castle and wonderful lake cruises with stunning views of the snow capped Alps. Visit the Rhine Falls near Schaffhausen — Europe's largest waterfall — and hike trails with views of the iconic Matterhorn in Zermatt. Explore the 15th-century vineyards of Cave Champ de Clos in the Lake Geneva wine country, and discover the extraordinary glaciers of the Swiss Alps on any guided tour of Switzerland.

Zurich — Switzerland's cosmopolitan capital — rewards every traveler with world-class museums, beautiful old town streets, excellent Swiss chocolate and cheese fondue tastings, and a vibrant culinary culture. Lucerne is one of Switzerland's most charming cities — Lake Lucerne cruises, the iconic Chapel Bridge, and the extraordinary views of the surrounding snow capped mountains make Lucerne one of the highlights of any Switzerland tour. Interlaken sits between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz in the heart of the Bernese Oberland — a wonderful base for day trips to Grindelwald, Jungfraujoch, and the extraordinary glaciers and waterfalls of the surrounding Swiss Alps. Zermatt — the car-free mountain village at the foot of the Matterhorn — is one of Switzerland's most extraordinary and iconic destinations, a Switzerland tour highlight that rewards every guide and traveler with postcard-perfect views of the Matterhorn above the charming villages and small villages of the valley below. Swiss chocolate and cheese fondue are essential Switzerland travel experiences — visiting a dairy farm, a Swiss chocolate workshop in Zurich or Interlaken, and enjoying fondue and raclette in a traditional chalet are all wonderful Switzerland guided tour experiences.

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Just your party. Your dates, your pace, your interests. A specialist builds the itinerary around you, and you travel with your own guide and driver.
Up to 14 travelers, on set dates. The same hotels and guides as a private trip, shared — which is why it costs less. Good if you'd rather not travel alone.
Your own group, any size. Family reunions, clubs, company trips. Our dedicated specialist designs and arranges it for you. And even travels with the group if requested.
Not sure which fits?
Tell us where you want to go and a specialist will suggest one.

What you're really choosing between

Most people planning a big trip end up weighing three things.

Do it yourself
Complete control, several weekends of research, twenty separate bookings that all have to line up, and nobody to call when the train is canceled.

Budget agency
A budget agency will sell you something off the shelf — cheap, and you'll find out at the hotel forty minutes outside Florence why it was cheap.

Luxury agency
Or a luxury agency will build you something beautiful and charge accordingly, often several times what the trip needs to cost.

Firebird
Most agencies resell someone else's trip. We organize ours — the guides, the drivers, the hotel relationships are all Firebird's, which is how we control both the quality and the cost.
A destination specialist plans it around you, books every piece, and stays reachable the whole way. Private and tailored, closer to what you'd have spent doing it yourself.
Firebird offers unique service to help you travel better
;Do it yourself;Budget agency;<b>Firebird</b>;Luxury agency
Who plans it;You, over several weekends;Nobody — it's off the shelf;<b>A destination specialist, around you</b>;A specialist, around you Who runs the trip;You do;Resold from another company;<b>We do — our own guides and drivers</b>;Usually resold Changing something;Everything, and it's all on you;Dates, mostly;<b>Anything, any time</b>;Anything Between cities;Whatever you manage to book;Buses and budget flights;<b>High-speed trains and private transfers</b>;Private cars Hotels;Guessing from reviews;Budget, often outside the center;<b>Visited by us, in the center</b>;Five-star When it goes wrong;You sort it out;A general support line;<b>Call your specialist</b>;Call your specialist 10 days, per person;$$;$$;<b>$$$</b><br><b>$3,500–6,000</b>;$$$$$
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Switzerland Tour Tips

Contact us for more travel tipsRead some of the travel tips for visiting Switzerland and get ready for the most scenic journey of your life.

Best Time to Visit Switzerland

The best time to visit Switzerland depends on what experience you want. Spring (April–June) features wildflowers and milder weather — the green hillsides, blooming alpine meadows, and fewer crowds make spring one of Switzerland's most beautiful travel seasons. Summer (July–September) is ideal for hiking and lake activities — the Swiss Alps hiking trails above Grindelwald, Interlaken, and Zermatt, Lake Geneva cruises, Lake Lucerne cruises, and cable car rides to extraordinary viewpoints are all at their best in summer. Fall (October–November) offers stunning foliage and fewer crowds — the extraordinary autumn colors across Switzerland's picturesque valleys and charming villages make fall one of the most beautiful times to visit Switzerland. Visit Switzerland in winter for skiing and snow sports — the snow capped peaks of the Bernese Oberland, Zermatt's Matterhorn trails, and the Swiss Alps ski resorts are extraordinary in winter, with glaciers gleaming in the winter sun. Switzerland has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons — pack layers for varying temperatures in Switzerland throughout the year.

Glacier Express: Switzerland's Most Iconic Train Journey

The Glacier Express is one of the world's most celebrated and extraordinary scenic train journeys — a panoramic rail journey through the heart of the Swiss Alps connecting Zermatt and St. Moritz across 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels. Train rides on the Glacier Express and Bernina Express are among the most popular guided tour experiences in Switzerland — our Switzerland tours include reserved seats on these extraordinary train rides as part of a perfectly planned whole trip through Switzerland. The Grand Train Tour of Switzerland combines journeys on iconic panoramic train rides including the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and other scenic train routes — a Switzerland tour guide on each train ride ensures every small group traveler gets the most out of every moment. Switzerland train rides connect Zurich, Lucerne, Interlaken, Grindelwald, Zermatt, and Geneva — every day of train travel in Switzerland offers new views of glaciers, mountains, valleys, and lakes. Scenic train rides are one of the best ways to explore Switzerland — the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and Golden Pass train rides are all included or available on Firebird's Switzerland tours.

Swiss Alps: Hiking, Glaciers and Cable Car Adventures

The Swiss Alps are Switzerland's most extraordinary natural treasure — a dramatic range of snow capped mountains, glaciers, crystal clear alpine lakes, and picturesque valleys rewarding every outdoor traveler with some of Europe's most spectacular hiking and cable car rides. Hike trails with views of the Matterhorn in Zermatt — Switzerland's most iconic mountain provides an extraordinary backdrop for hiking in the Swiss Alps with comfortable walking shoes and hiking boots. The glaciers of the Swiss Alps — the Aletsch Glacier (Europe's largest glacier), the Gorner Glacier above Zermatt, and the glaciers above Grindelwald — are among the most extraordinary natural wonders in all of Switzerland. Jungfraujoch — Europe's highest railway station at 3,454 metres — is one of Switzerland's greatest guided tour experiences, accessible by cogwheel train through the extraordinary Bernese Oberland landscapes above Interlaken and Grindelwald. Cable car rides to extraordinary viewpoints across the Swiss Alps — including the Schilthorn, the Pilatus above Lucerne, and the Rigi — are among Switzerland's most popular day trips. Moderate walking is required on most Switzerland alpine tours — bring sturdy hiking boots and comfortable walking shoes for Switzerland's landscapes.

Lake Geneva: Switzerland's Most Beautiful Lake

Lake Geneva is one of Switzerland's most extraordinary and beautiful destinations — a vast crescent-shaped alpine lake bordering France, with the extraordinary Chillon Castle (a historic 13th-century fortress) as its most iconic landmark. Cruise on Lake Geneva for stunning views of the snow capped Alps, vineyards, and charming Swiss towns along the lakeside — Lake Geneva cruises are one of Switzerland's most romantic lake activities. Explore the 15th-century vineyards of Cave Champ de Clos on the shores of Lake Geneva — the extraordinary wine country of the Lavaux UNESCO World Heritage terraced vineyards is one of Switzerland's most beautiful day trip destinations. Lake Geneva features the extraordinary city of Geneva — a cosmopolitan international city of beautiful architecture, world-class museums, and the extraordinary Jet d'Eau fountain. Montreux on Lake Geneva is famous for its Jazz Festival and the extraordinary Chillon Castle day trip — a guided tour of Montreux and Chillon Castle is one of the highlights of any Lake Geneva Switzerland tour itinerary.

Alpine Lakes: Lucerne, Interlaken and Grindelwald

Switzerland's extraordinary alpine lakes are among the country's most beautiful and distinctive natural features — Lake Lucerne, Lake Geneva, Lake Zurich, Lake Thun, and Lake Brienz all offer crystal clear waters, spectacular mountain reflections, and wonderful lake activities including cruises, swimming, and kayaking. Lake Lucerne cruises are one of Switzerland's most beloved travel experiences — sailing through the extraordinary mountain-ringed waters of Lake Lucerne past medieval chapels and charming small villages is one of Switzerland's most peaceful day trip experiences. Lucerne is Switzerland's most picturesque city — the iconic Chapel Bridge, the extraordinary Lion Monument, and the beautiful old town streets of Lucerne reward every traveler who spends time in this charming Swiss town on any Switzerland guided tour. Interlaken — sitting between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz in the heart of the Bernese Oberland — is one of Switzerland's most popular tourist towns, the perfect base for day trips to Grindelwald, Jungfraujoch, and the extraordinary glaciers and snow capped peaks of the surrounding Swiss Alps. Grindelwald is one of Switzerland's most beautiful and dramatic alpine villages — a Switzerland tour day in Grindelwald rewards every guide and traveler with extraordinary views of the Eiger's north face and the glaciers cascading down from the Bernese Oberland's snow capped peaks above.

Swiss Chocolate and Culinary Delights

Switzerland's culinary delights are among Europe's most distinctive food traditions — Swiss chocolate and cheese fondue are essential Switzerland travel experiences that every trip to Switzerland should include. Swiss chocolate tastings are essential cultural experiences — visiting a Swiss chocolate factory or artisan chocolatier in Zurich or Interlaken to learn about Switzerland's extraordinary chocolate-making traditions and sample world-famous Swiss chocolate is one of Switzerland's most joyful travel highlights. Switzerland guide books all recommend the extraordinary Swiss chocolate experiences available on any Switzerland guided tour day — chocolate and fondue tastings are among the most popular activities on any Switzerland tour. Fondue and raclette are traditional Swiss cheese dishes — a cheese fondue dinner in a traditional Swiss chalet in the Bernese Oberland, Grindelwald, or Lauterbrunnen Valley is one of Switzerland's most atmospheric and authentic cultural experiences. Rösti is a popular Swiss dish originally a farmers' breakfast — visiting a dairy farm in Switzerland's green hillsides to taste fresh Swiss cheese, chocolate, and learn about Switzerland's extraordinary dairy farming traditions is one of Switzerland's most charming day trips. Switzerland guide books recommend fondue, raclette, chocolate, and Rösti as the four essential Switzerland food experiences for every Switzerland tour traveler.

Guided Tour of Switzerland: Zermatt and the Matterhorn

A guided tour of Zermatt and the Matterhorn is one of Switzerland's most extraordinary and iconic Switzerland tour experiences — the car-free village of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn rewards every Switzerland tour guide and traveler with extraordinary views of the iconic pyramid-shaped peak that is Switzerland's most famous mountain. The Matterhorn is one of the most photographed mountains in the world — a day in Zermatt on any Switzerland guided tour provides extraordinary cable car rides to viewpoints above 3,800 metres with close-up views of the Matterhorn's extraordinary snow capped summit and the surrounding glaciers of the Swiss Alps. A Switzerland tour guide in Zermatt brings the extraordinary history of the first Matterhorn ascent in 1865 to life — the Zermatt Alpine Museum chronicles the history of the Matterhorn and the extraordinary mountaineers who guide climbers to the summit today. Grindelwald and Interlaken day trips from Lucerne or Zurich are wonderful Switzerland guided tour experiences — a guided Switzerland day trip to Jungfraujoch above Grindelwald and Interlaken offers extraordinary views of the Swiss Alps glaciers and snow capped peaks that reward every Switzerland traveler.

Best of Switzerland: Practical Tips

The Swiss franc (CHF) is Switzerland's official currency — carry Swiss francs as many smaller places in Switzerland do not accept euros, though credit cards are widely accepted in hotels and major tourist areas throughout Switzerland. Switzerland has four national languages — German, French, Italian, and Romansh — English is widely spoken throughout Switzerland's tourist areas and on all Switzerland guided tours. Drink tap water throughout Switzerland — tap water in Switzerland is among the purest and most delicious in the world, and a reusable water bottle is recommended for all Switzerland tours. Pack layers for varying temperatures in Switzerland — the Swiss Alps can be cold even in summer, and comfortable walking shoes and hiking boots are essential for Switzerland's alpine landscapes and moderate walking on guided tour day trips to Grindelwald, Interlaken, and Zermatt. Walking tours of Zurich's old town, Lucerne's Chapel Bridge area, and Bern's medieval arcades are wonderful additions to any Switzerland tour — our local experts and wonderful people on the ground ensure every small group traveler enjoys a fantastic time on their trip to Switzerland. Switzerland train rides, cable car day trips, guided tours of Lucerne and Zurich old towns, Lake Geneva cruises, Lake Lucerne cruises, Swiss chocolate tastings, cheese fondue dinners, and Glacier Express train rides are all tour included or available as additions on Firebird's Switzerland tours — contact our local experts today to plan the perfect tour of Switzerland.

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