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Fotospot Grand Tour of Switzerland Brig

Highlights

  • Luxury Mercedes Benz Sprinter
  • RhB Nostalgic Train
  • Sunset Cruise on Lake Lucerne
  • Furka Steam Railway
  • Brünig Steam Railway

Day 1

Zurich

Arrive by public transport or optional private transfer. You'll have free time in Zurich to explore the vibrant streets of the old town, immerse yourself in its cosmopolitan atmosphere, and enjoy the abundance of cafes and restaurants along the river and lakeside. Overnight in Zurich.

Highlights: Old Town of Zurich, Restaurants and Café Culture, River Limmat, Lake Zurich

Zurich aerial view

Day 2

Zurich - Appenzell - Chur / approx. 170 km

Gather and meet your driver for your first trip to the historical town of Appenzell, where you get to experience one of Switzerland's most iconic specialities, cheese. You also have some free time in the town to explore. After a lunch break your driver will take you to Chur, where the remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Chur.

Highlights: Appenzeller Show Dairy, Chur

Das Romantikhotel Säntis in Appenzell.

Day 3

Chur

Begin with a morning city tour in Chur and learn all there is to know about Switzerland's eldest town. After lunch travel to the Landwasser Viaduct where you can witness its true scale from down below. Following this you join the RhB Historical Train, comprising carriages predominantly from the 1920s hauled by a historic electric locomotive. This takes you to Davos, from where you return to Chur with your driver. Overnight in Chur.

Highlights: Chur, Landwasser Viaduct, RhB Nostalgic Train

Alvra articulated train Landwasser viaduct

Day 4

Chur - Realp - Brig / approx. 160 km

The driver will take you from Chur to Realp, from where you will experience the historical Furka Steam Railway, running over a line that was left redundant following the opening of the Furka Base Tunnel. At Oberwald, rejoin the sprinter and proceed onwards to Brig. Upon arrival in Brig there is time for a tour of the Stockalper Castle, named after its builder, a rich entrepreneur who had a monopoly on road traffic in Switzerland in the 17th century. Overnight in Brig.

Highlights: Furka Steam Railway, Stockalper Castle

Furka steam train summer

Day 5

Brig - Lucerne / approx. 140 km

Travel northwards towards Lucerne, where the afternoon is at leisure. In the evening then board a historical paddle steamer for a 2.5 hour sunset cruise on the lake. Overnight in Lucerne.

Highlights: Lucerne, Lake Lucerne

Lucerne Chapel Bridge

Day 6

Lucerne - Brienz - Interlaken / approx. 100 km

Today begin the first of two days in the Bernese Oberland.  At the lakeside resort of Brienz, join the scenic Brienzer Rothorn Railway for the trip to the 2200 metre high summit.  You have time at the summit to have lunch before returning to Brienz, rejoining your driver and transferring to Interlaken, your base for the next two days. Overnight in Interlaken.

Highlights: Brienzer Rothorn, Lake Brienz, Interlaken

Aussicht vom Brienzer Rothorn im Sommer

Day 7

Brünig Steam Railway

Today you have an all day excursion aboard the historic Brünig Steam Railway, running along the tracks of the modern day Zentralbahn to Giswil. Enjoy travelling behind two different steam locomotives, including over the steep gradients of the Brünig Pass. A bar car is available on the train and refreshments are provided during the turnaround in Giswil. Overnight in Interlaken.

Highlight: Brünig Steam Railway

Brunig Steam Railway

Day 8

Interlaken - Zurich / approx. 120 km

Your tour wraps up today. Travel by road toward Zurich, either to the main station or Zurich Airport. Bid a final farewell to your fellow adventurers, whether you're moving forward with your holiday or heading back home.

 Interlaken ShippingPort 2280x1284

Inclusions

  • Combination of 1st class rail and luxury Mercedes Benz road journey from Zurich and return
  • Overnight stays with breakfast in Zurich, Chur, Brig, Lucerne and Interlaken.
  • Your tour will start on Tuesday morning. The first night in Zurich (Monday) is a pre-tour overnight.
  • Luxury Mercedes Benz or similar for up to 12 people, including an allowance of 1 x large suitcase and 1 x hand luggage per person 
  • Rail ticket 1st class Realp - Oberwald (Furka Steam Railway)
  • Rail ticket 2nd class Filisur - Davos (RhB Nostalgic Train) and Interlaken - Giswil - Interlaken (Brünig Steam Railway)
  • Seat reservation on the RhB Nostalgic Train, Furka Steam Railway and Brünig Steam Railway
  • Excursion Brienzer Rothorn (self-guided)
  • Sunset Cruise on Lake Lucerne in 1st Class
  • Private guided city tour of Chur
  • Private guided tour of Stockalper Castle in Brig
  • Entry to Appenzell Show Dairy with Audio Guide
  • From price applies per person in a 4-star double room, excluding flights
  • Booking period: all year round
  • Travel period: 21.07 & 25.08.2025
  • Price example calculated on 20.08.2024 for 21.07.2025

Good to know

  • Travel documents are sent by email and in exceptional cases by post
  • Holidays are of flexible duration with a variety of hotel categories available
  • Activities, excursions and travel passes can be added during the online booking process

Flight Options

Book flights to Switzerland

Our in-house flights experts will be happy to offer advice and to book the most convenient flight for your trip.

Your flights will be covered by our package booking conditions and will be protected under our ATOL license. We will charge £35 per person for this flight booking service. 

Alternatively book your flights directly with Swiss - our preferred partner for flights to Switzerland.

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We are both the official and largest tour operator for holidays to Switzerland and have been in operation for over 30 years with ABTA and ATOL protection. Please give us a call and we will be happy to go through your plans. Call +44 207 420 4900 to speak with us or send us your travel request via [email protected].

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