Guided Group Tour Grand Tour of Switzerland Explorer – Panoramic
This group tour by car combines spectacular panoramic trains with a variety of highlights along the Grand Tour of Switzerland. Let the beauty of the Swiss landscapes and the diversity of the cities enchant you along the way. Enjoy breathtaking views from mountain peaks, culinary highlights, and other attractions on this guided group tour.
This group tour is offered with an English-speaking driver in combination with digital support.
11 days / 10 nights
from $ 5,540
Price applies per adult traveling with half-fare in 2nd class and staying in a 4-star double room.
Panoramic rides on the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and GoldenPass Express
Excursion to the Gornergrat – with breathtaking views of the Matterhorn
UNESCO World Heritage Site in St. Gallen
Appenzeller show dairy – where the secret cheese recipe is kept
Maximum comfort in the Mercedes Benz Sprinter with convertible roof
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Travel itinerary
Overview
Day 1 Journey to Zurich
Day 2 Travel from Zurich to St. Gallen
Day 3 Journey from St. Gallen to St. Moritz
Day 4 Ride on the Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Lugano
Day 5 Journey from Lugano to Zermatt
Day 6 Stay in Zermatt and excursion to the Gornergrat
Day 7 Journey from Zermatt to Montreux
Day 8 Ride on the GoldenPass Express from Montreux to Lenk
Day 9 Stay in Lenk
Day 10 Journey from Lenk to Lucerne
Day 11 Journey from Lucerne to Zurich
Day 1
Journey to Zurich
Daily Itinerary
You travel to Zurich by public transport. Explore the old town, the cafés and restaurants by the river.
Overnight stay in Zurich
Day 2
Travel from Zurich to St. Gallen
Daily Itinerary
Together with the driver and the other passengers, you will travel to the Rhine Falls. In St. Gallen, you will take part in a guided tour and visit the UNESCO Abbey Library.
Distance: 120 km / 75 mi
Overnight stay in St. Gallen
Day 3
Journey from St. Gallen to St. Moritz
Daily Itinerary
Experience charming Appenzell region and its famous cheese. Cross the border into Liechtenstein and discover the Principality before continuing to St. Moritz.
Distance: 175 km / 109 mi
Overnight stay in St. Moritz
Day 4
Ride on the Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Lugano
Daily Itinerary
Enjoy the ride on the Bernina Express. Cross the Bernina Pass, admire Lago Bianco and explore Tirano (IT) before continuing to Lugano.
Distance: 185 km / 115 mi
Overnight stay in Lugano
Day 5
Journey from Lugano to Zermatt
Daily Itinerary
Be enchanted by the landscapes of Ticino on the way to Andermatt. Explore Andermatt before taking the Glacier Express to Zermatt.
Distance: 215 km / 134 mi
Overnight stay in Zermatt
Day 6
Stay in Zermatt and excursion to the Gornergrat
Daily Itinerary
An incomparable view awaits you on the Gornergrat, which you can reach in less than 30 minutes. The view of the village of Zermatt and the Matterhorn is unique.
Overnight stay in Zermatt
Day 7
Journey from Zermatt to Montreux
Daily Itinerary
Travel through the cantons of Valais and Vaud to the French-speaking region of Switzerland. After a wine tasting at the Domaine Bovy, you will travel to Montreux.
Distance: 135 km / 84 mi
Overnight stay in Montreux
Day 8
Ride on the GoldenPass Express from Montreux to Lenk
Daily Itinerary
You travel on the GoldenPass Express from the shores of Lake Geneva to Interlaken. Then continue to Grindelwald and Lenk.
Distance: 220 km / 137 mi
Overnight stay in Lenk
Day 9
Stay in Lenk
Daily Itinerary
Enjoy your day off: relax in Lenk, plan a trip to Glacier 3000, or explore nearby Gstaad.
Overnight stay in Lenk
Day 10
Journey from Lenk to Lucerne
Daily Itinerary
You travel over the Brünig Pass to Lucerne. There you have the afternoon and evening at your leisure.
Distance: 150 km / 93 mi
Overnight stay in Lucerne
Day 11
Journey from Lucerne to Zurich
Daily Itinerary
You travel to Zurich, where your tour ends today. Here you say goodbye to your tour group before starting your return journey or continuing your vacation in Switzerland.
Distance: 50 km / 31 mi
When is the best time to travel?
Travel period
July to September
Recommended travel period
July to September
High season
July, August
Important information about the trip
What our Switzerland expert says
Discovering together
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