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Highlights

  • Zurich's diverse Christmas markets
  • Advent atmosphere in Zurich's old town
  • Christmas market at Lucerne's Inseli Park with a view of the old town and Lake Lucerne
  • Horse-drawn carriage ride and cheese fondue on the Rigi - the queen of the mountains

Day 1

Arrival by public transport from your starting point in Switzerland to Zurich. Discover the delights of Zurich at Christmas time with the help of the included 72h ZurichCard offering free public transport throughout the city. Overnight stay in Zurich.

Highlights: Sparkling Zurich Christmas lights, "Märlitram" (fairy tale tram)

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Day 2

Zurich offers the right Christmas market for every taste. The Christkindlimarkt in Zurich's main train station is one of the largest indoor Christmas markets in Europe. Zurich's oldest Christmas market is located in Niederdorf in the romantic old town. At Sechseläutenplatz, directly in front of the Opera House, the city's largest Christmas market provides a pre-Christmas Advent atmosphere. Overnight stay in Zurich.

Highlights: Diverse Zurich Christmas markets at the main station, Sechseläutenplatz, Münsterhof, Werdmühleplatz and in the Old Town

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Day 3

Discover the enchantment of Lucerne during the winter season as the old town comes alive with a radiant display of twinkling Christmas lights. Franziskanerplatz, known as the 'heart of Christmas' in Lucerne, becomes a bustling centre of festive celebrations, brimming with joy, cheer, and merriment. Overnight stay in Lucerne.

Highlights: Chapel Bridge and Lucerne Old Town

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Day 4

Embark on a scenic boat ride from Lucerne to Vitznau, followed by a charming cogwheel train journey to Rigi Kaltbad. Immerse yourself in the fairytale magic of a horse-drawn sleigh or carriage ride through the snowy landscapes. Afterwards, indulge in a delightful cheese fondue, the perfect reward for your winter adventure. Overnight stay in Lucerne.

Highlights: Horse-drawn carriage or sleigh ride to Rigi First, Swiss cheese fondue, winter panorama on Lake Lucerne

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Day 5

Return journey by public transport from Lucerne to your final destination in Switzerland or extension of your stay.

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Inclusions

  • Rail journey from your starting point in Switzerland 
  • Overnight stay incl. breakfast in Zurich and Lucerne
  • Zurich Card
  • Excursion to Rigi Kaltbad
  • Horse-drawn carriage or sleigh ride and Swiss cheese fondue on the Rigi
  • From price applies per person in a 3-star double room, 2nd class, basic half-fare card
  • Booking period: all year round
  • Travel period: 28.11. - 20.12.2024
  • Price example calculated on  23.04.2024 for 04.12.2024

Good to know

  • Travel documents are sent by email if possible, in exceptional cases by post.
  • Additional overnight stays in Zurich and Lucerne bookable

Tips:

  • Benefit from over 100 2 for 1 offers and save up to CHF 4,500 with the Swiss Coupon Pass
  • Would you like to make someone happy? Why not offer them the trip as a gift?
  • Visit the Küssnachter Klausjagen festival in the small town of Küssnacht. Every year on 5th December at 20h15 this traditional spectacle starts and attracts thousands of visitors.