Zürich · Lucerne · Zermatt
Zürich · Lucerne · Zermatt
Switzerland: Alpine Grand Tour
9 Days Private & tailored
Highlights
★Glacier Express panoramic rail journey
★Matterhorn sunrise viewpoint
★Lake Lucerne private boat cruise
★Alpine cheese & chocolate tasting
What's Included
5-star alpine hotels
First-class rail transfers
Daily breakfast
Private guide
Sample Itinerary
1
Day 1 — Zürich
Private arrival transfer, check-in and a curated welcome dinner with your journey host.
2
Day 2 — Lucerne
Privately guided sightseeing, a reserved table for lunch and time at leisure.
3
Day 3 — Zermatt
Privately guided sightseeing, a reserved table for lunch and time at leisure.
4
Day 4 — Zürich
Privately guided sightseeing, a reserved table for lunch and time at leisure.
5
Day 5 — Lucerne
Privately guided sightseeing, a reserved table for lunch and time at leisure.
6
Day 6 — Zermatt
Privately guided sightseeing, a reserved table for lunch and time at leisure.
7
Day 7 — Zürich
Privately guided sightseeing, a reserved table for lunch and time at leisure.
8
Day 8 — Lucerne
Leisurely breakfast, check-out and private departure transfer.
Your first stop · Zürich
Know before you go
Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more
Know before you go
Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more
Best time to visit
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Peak months: Jan–Feb and May–Sep and Dec.
Summer for hiking, Dec–Mar for skiing; shoulder months are quiet.
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Typical seasonal rates
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Illustrative — based on typical seasonal demand, not a live rate calendar.
Getting around
Ride-hailing: Uber
The rail network is famously precise; a Swiss Travel Pass is superb value.
They drive on the right — look left first when crossing.
Tipping & etiquetteOpenHide
Service included — round up
Restaurants: Included by law; round up to the nearest franc or two.
Hotels: CHF 1–2 for porters.
Taxis: Round up.
Good to know
- ·Punctuality is taken seriously — arrive on time.
- ·Greet with a handshake; use surnames until invited otherwise.
- ·Quiet hours are observed, especially on Sundays.
Power & connectivity
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230V · 50Hz
Swisscom has superb reach even in the Alps; note Switzerland is outside EU roaming.
Currency
Swiss Franc (CHF · CHF)
Live rate unavailable — check a converter before you travel.
Exchange at the airport, banks or licensed money changers; ATMs usually give the best rate. Cards are widely accepted in cities.
Indicative rate — cards and bureaux add a margin.
Health & safety
Tap water is safe to drink
- ·Tap and most fountain water is superb.
- ·At altitude, take the first day gently.
General guidance — confirm vaccinations with a travel clinic 4–6 weeks ahead. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
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