Tailormade Group Tours

Advent in Zurich and Lucerne

Let yourself be enchanted by the festive Advent atmosphere in Zurich and Lucerne. Amidst the glittering alleyways of the old town and festively decorated market stalls, you can enjoy mulled wine and culinary specialities whilst browsing the local handicrafts. An atmospheric journey through the most wonderful time of the year.

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Aerial view of a festively lit Christmas market at dusk, surrounded by buildings with a view of mountains and a lake.
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What makes this tour special?

Map "Advent in Zurich and Lucerne"
  • Type of tour
    Christmas, cities, mountains & lakes
  • Highlights
    Christmas markets, Lucerne and Zurich, Rigi
  • Travel dates
    November to December
  • Transport types
    Train, boat, mountain railway

Itinerary

Overview

Zurich’s Bahnhofstrasse decorated for Christmas.
Day 1

Arrival in Zurich

Itinerary

Travel to Zurich independently with your group. Make the most of your day off to explore the city.

Overnight stay in Zurich
Christmas tree with red ornaments, with the glowing lights of a city street in the background.
Day 2

Christmas markets in Zurich

Itinerary

You’re free to spend the day as you wish. Stroll through Zurich’s many Christmas markets – from the atmospheric "Christkindlimarkt" at the main railway station, through the festively decorated streets of the Old Town or to the large "Bellevue Noël" by the lake.

Overnight stay in Zurich
Christmas market at Sechseläutenplatz in Zurich with lights and a festively decorated Christmas tree.
Day 3

Christmas markets in Lucerne

Itinerary

Today, you and your group will travel by direct train from Zurich to Lucerne, either in the morning or the afternoon. Discover this popular holiday destination and enjoy the festive atmosphere in the old town and at the markets around Franziskanerplatz.

Journey time: approx. 50min

Overnight stay in Lucerne
A festively lit Christmas market street with decorated stalls at night.
Day 3

Excursion to the Rigi

Itinerary

Take a round trip by boat, cogwheel railway and regional train to the summit of the Rigi – the Queen of the Mountains. Enjoy the unique views of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alpine panorama.

Overnight stay in Lucerne
A red train travels through a snowy winter landscape with mountains in the background.
Day 4

Departure

Itinerary

The tour is drawing to a close. From Lucerne, you and your group will make your own way back to Zurich by public transport.

A snowy cityscape with historic buildings along the riverbank.
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  3. 3.
    Confirm and book your trip
    then just look forward to your departure
  4. 4.
    We'll continue to support you during your trip
    so you can relax and simply enjoy it

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