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Swiss Mountain Explorer

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PRIVATE TOUR - 10 DAY SAMPLE ITINERARY

FROM £$ 5417

Private Tour Highlights

  • Discover why Zurich is ranked as one of the best cities to live in the world with a self-guided stroll through the old town and along the river Limmat
  • Expeireince the magic of Lucerne, a city well known for its stunning medieval architecture and its location on the edge of Lake Lucerne amid snowcapped mountains.
  • Take part in numerous methods of transportation while visiting Mount Pilatus summit by aerial cableway, cogwheel railway, ending with a cruise on lake Lucerne.
  • Enjoy a self-guided excursion to Mt Jungfrau, the "Top of Europe" and ride in the brand new Eiger Express gondola.
  • Feel the suspense on the Thrill Walk and Skyline Walk with breathtaking views from atop Mt Schilthorn - the James Bond mountain.
  • Explore the real Glacier Palace with an optional mountain excursion to Klein Matterhorn Glacier Paradise and enjoy a gondola ride in a cabin fitted with a glass floor, revealing views of the glacier below.
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Tour Overview

Experience the splendor of the highest and most extensive mountain range system in Europe with Yampu Tours Swiss Mountain Explorer voyage. Using the intuitive and easily accessible public train system, travelers will experience the quaint medieval beauty of Lucerne before witnessing the breathtaking beauty of the nearby mountain ranges.

Embarking on numerous methods of transportation including train, cogwheel, glass floor gondolas, and boat rides, Yampu Explorers will take in the stunning beauty of the Swiss alps from nearly every possible vantage point, all while soaking in the Swiss culture and sumptuous culinary delights in Yampu Style.

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Inclusions
Price includes domestic and regional flights within the itinerary; all hotel accommodations including daily continental or buffet breakfast and daily city tax; all transfers between airports and hotels with assistance and baggage handling; guided tours in English including entrance fees.
Exclusions

International airfare (unless specifically included), airport departure taxes that must be paid on-site, gratuities, meals not mentioned, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages with meals, early / late check-out, room service, visa fees/services and other personal items or services not mentioned.

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Package Price: From £$ 5417

Prices shown above are per person. Hotel categories do not adhere strictly to international ratings; Yampu has evaluated the hotels according to destination and availability. Prices include local airfare (where applicable), hotel accommodation including daily breakfast; all transfers with baggage handling, all guided tours in English and all entrance fees.

Please note that prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonality, especially during the holiday season from December 20th through January 5th each year. Please contact a Yampu Travel Specialist for more information on best times to travel.

Trip Type:

All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!

Tour Itinerary

Day
1

Flight to Switzerland

Overnight International Flight to Zurich.

Overnight International Flight to Zurich.

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Day
2

Welcome to Switzerland!

Upon arrival to Zurich, you will be met at the airport and privately transferred to your hotel.

Zurich is famous for luxurious lifestyles, high-end shopping, and fancy chocolates. However, despite its expense and extravagance, it is also ranked as one of the best cities to live in the world.

Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure to enjoy and explore Zurich on your own.

Upon arrival to Zurich, you will be met at the airport and privately transferred to your hotel.

Zurich is famous for luxurious lifestyles, high-end shopping, and fancy chocolates. However, despite its expense and extravagance, it is also ranked as one of the best cities to live in the world.

Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure to enjoy and explore Zurich on your own.

Day
3

Zurich - Lucerne

This morning, you will be met at your hotel and transferred to the train station to board a train to Lucerne (approx. 1-hour).

Upon arrival to Lucerne, you will be met at the train station and transferred to your hotel.

The city of Lucerne is a popular stop for most people visiting Switzerland. The city is well known for its stunning medieval architecture and its stunning location on the edge of Lake Lucerne amid snowcapped mountains.

Private Half Day Lucerne Walking Tour
This afternoon, you will enjoy a privately guided walking tour. You will visit the chapel bridge, lion monument, and glacier garden and explore Lucerne's old town. In the afternoon, enjoy an excursion to Mt. Rigi, the queen of the mountains, including a horse carriage ride of 30 minutes.

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Day
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Self-Guided Golden Round-Trip Mt. Pilatus Tour

After breakfast, you will walk the short distance to the train station for a direct train ride to begin your self-guided Golden Round-Trip Tour to Mt. Pilatus. The Golden round trip takes you to the most spectacular spots on the Pilatus and to the summit by aerial cableway, cogwheel railway, ending with a cruise on lake Lucerne. Upon arrival to the pier from your cruise you will walk the short distance back to your accommodation. Overnight in Lucerne.

Note: These are all direct connections, changing from train to cog train to boat. Note that train station and pier are next to each other.
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Day
5

Train to Interlaken and Self-Guided Mt. Jungfrau Excursion

At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and transferred to the train station to board a train over the Brunig pass to Bernese Oberland and along lake Brienz to Interlaken (approx. 2-hours).

Upon arrival to Interlaken, you will be met at the train station and transferred to your hotel.

Tourist attractions are all around it, with boat tours on Lakes Thun and Brienz at either side of the town and thrilling train and funicular rides to the spectacular surrounding mountain peaks. Interlaken is one of the oldest, best known, and most popular summer holiday resorts in Switzerland.

This afternoon, you can enjoy a self-guided excursion to Mt Jungfrau, the "Top of Europe" (guide available upon request). You will ride in the brand new Eiger Express gondola from the Grindelwald Terminal to the Eigergletscher station. In the ultra-modern cabin, you get very close to the 1,800-meter-high Eiger north face. Overnight in Interlaken.

Note: The train from Lucerne to Interlaken is direct. The train from Interlaken to Grindelwald is direct. In Grindelwald you will change from train to cog train (or cable car).
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Day
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Self-Guided Murren, Mt. Schilthorn & Piz Gloria Excursion

After breakfast, you will make a short walk to the station to begin your self-guided excursion to Murren and up to Mt Schilthorn - Piz Gloria, the James Bond mountain. Enjoy the spectacular views to Mt Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau and feel the suspense on the Thrill Walk and Skyline Walk. Via Gimmelwald you travel down to Stechelberg in the Lauterbrunnen valley which is famous for its many amazing waterfalls. Before your return to Interlaken, you visit the impressive Trummelbach waterfalls. Overnight in Interlaken.

Note: This excursion starts with the train until Lauterbrunnen. From there you will have a combo of postal bus and cable cars to get up to Mt. Schilthorn.
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Day
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Train to Zermatt and Optional Klein Matterhorn Glacier Paradise Excursion

At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and transferred to the train station to board a train to Zermatt (approx. 2-hours).

Upon arrival to Zermatt, you will be met at the train station and transferred to your hotel.

Zermatt is famous for its magnificent long ski runs, with terrain for all skill levels, but it also offers outdoor sports for other seasons. There is a mountain trail for cyclists from the Winkelmatten up to the Furi, and the Zermatt Alpin Center offers expert guides for climbers year-round.

In the afternoon, enjoy free time at leisure to explore the charming village and surroundings. Optional mountain excursion to Klein Matterhorn Glacier Paradise is also available. On this excursion you will have the chance to explore the real Glacier palace and enjoy the Crystal ride in a cabin fitted with a glass floor, revealing within seconds views of the glacier 170 meters below. Overnight in Zermatt.
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Day
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Self-Guided Mt. Gornergrat Excursion

After breakfast, walk the short distance to the cogwheel train station for a self-guided mountain excursion to Mt. Gornergrat with stunning views of the Matterhorn. The platform at 3,131 meters above sea level is reached with an effortless 10 to 15-minute walk from Gornergrat station. Enjoy an optional easy hike to Riffelsee (Riffel lake) which is famous for its perfect reflection of the Matterhorn (3km, about 1-hour downhill). Overnight in Zermatt.

After breakfast, walk the short distance to the cogwheel train station for a self-guided mountain excursion to Mt. Gornergrat with stunning views of the Matterhorn. The platform at 3,131 meters above sea level is reached with an effortless 10 to 15-minute walk from Gornergrat station. Enjoy an optional easy hike to Riffelsee (Riffel lake) which is famous for its perfect reflection of the Matterhorn (3km, about 1-hour downhill). Overnight in Zermatt.

Day
9

Train to Zurich with Old Town & Limmat River Tour

At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and transferred to the train station to board a train back to Zurich (approx. 2.5 hours).

Upon arrival to Zurich, you will be met and privately transferred to your hotel.

When you are ready, enjoy a self-guided stroll through the old town and along the river Limmat (guided tour available upon request). Later on, walk or take the tram to the pier for a cruise on Lake Zurich to Kilchberg where you visit the new Lindt Home of Chocolate with a huge chocolate fountain, interactive multimedia exhibition, cafe/ and Lindt Chocolate Shop where you can create your own chocolate bar. Upon return to the pier, take a short walk to your accommodation. Overnight in Zurich.

Note: The train ride back to Zurich requires 1 change.
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Day
10

International Flight Home

Upon arrival to Zurich, you will be met at the airport and privately transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Upon arrival to Zurich, you will be met at the airport and privately transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Zürich, Switzerland

Lucerne, Switzerland

Interlaken, Switzerland

Zermatt, Switzerland

Places You'll See

  • Zurich

    Zurich is a vibrant city nestling beside Lake Zurich and along River Limmat. Its proximity to the Alps and other Swiss cities makes it an excellent hub to enjoy leisure activities and begin any tour of Switzerland. Considered Switzerland’s most important financial, industrial and commercial center, Zurich also offers gastronomy for all tastes and preferences with a night life that is equally exciting. There is a broad cultural scene, from art in public spaces to festivals to established Zurich museums and theatres. The Opera House and the Tonhalle Orchestra attract stars of world stature on the classical music scene.

  • Lucerne

    Known as one of Europe’s most charming cities with the beautiful Lake Lucerne and several mountain peaks on its doorstep, Lucerne is an excellent base for tours to the highlights of central Switzerland. A trip to one of the nearby mountains is a must for every visitor. Once a simple fisherman’s village, Lucerne is now an important culture and convention center. With Zurich airport being within an hour from Lucerne, the city serves as a good place to start or end your visit to Switzerland.

  • Interlaken

    Centrally located in Switzerland’s Bernese Oberland, Interlaken is a popular vacation destination for many international visitors as well as Swiss citizens. The city lies on an alluvial plain between the crystal clear lakes of Thun and Brienz and is presided by three major mountains, presenting visitors with plenty of year round attractions and activities.

  • Zermatt

    Zermatt is a car free mountain resort located in the Swiss canton region of Valais. The city lies at the foot of the famous Matterhorn and can only be reached by train, which is part of the scenic Glacier Express route. This destination offers endless opportunities for outdoor activities as well as peaceful and relaxing experiences. The ability to ski year-round transforms Zermatt into a true skier’s paradise. Whether visitors decide to ski or not, they are invited to visit mountain top chalet restaurants with gondolas and cable cars for an unforgettable meal with spectacular panoramic views.

Hotel Options

4 Star Properties

Zurich : Hotel Florhof

Zurich : Opera Hotel

Lucerne : Ameron Flora

Lucerne : Hotel Cascada

Interlaken : Carlton Europe

Zermatt : Alpenhof

Zermatt : Julen Romantik Hotel

5 Star Properties

Zurich : Storchen Boutique Hotel

Zurich : Baur au Lac

Lucerne : Schweizerhof, Lucerne

Lucerne : Penthouse by Artdeco Hotel Montana

Interlaken : Victoria Jungfrau

Zermatt : Zermatterhof

Zermatt : Hotel Mont Cervin

Testimonials

Jonathan C.

Traveled October 2021

The best guides, the best experiences, and the best service in every country

My wife and I have used Yampu 4 or 5 times now to plan our travel for us. They have access to the best guides, the best experiences, and the best service in every country we’ve used them to visit – from Portugal to Cambodia and from Peru to Iceland. This most recent trip to Iceland was perfect. Two days in Reykjavik, where we did a walking tour of the city, a food tour, the Fly Over Iceland experience, and some shopping and relaxing. Then 2 nights at the Retreat Spa – which is a very special experience in itself that is hard to describe – and then two nights in the countryside where our private guide took us to all of the main attractions on the Golden Circle and South Coast. Private guides mean no waiting, front row parking and VIP access everywhere, and wonderful knowledgeable guides without a lot of time herding on and off of buses and going places that may not interest you. It is a bit more expensive, although not as much as you might think, often less than a high end group tour — without the group. Yampu has planned each trip just for us, exactly what we want to do, and not anything we don’t – and it has always worked out great – highly recommend.

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Joe F.

Traveled July, 2016

For a few days I felt like the President of Costa Rica

My son and I, no strangers to travel (South America, the Middle East, Iceland, etc.) enjoy hiking and photography in “off-the grid” locales that are as comfortable and safe as they are exotic. The more remote, the better; the more animal life, the better. So our travel company Yampu arranged a week in Costa Rica that packed a lot into our six days, which provided us with more of a “jungle punch” than, ironically, any of our other jungle experiences–Ecuadorian, Peruvian and Brazilian Amazon jungles.

This is because the company’s co-owner, whom we met in the Peruvian Amazon, makes it a point of business and honor to travel herself to check out the lodges and hotels. We were confident that wherever we ended up would be perfect for us. So we left everything to her and we were not let down. Every place was wonderful.

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Alina P.

Traveled December 2018

All their choices were excellent and I recommend them highly

I was very pleased for all the arrangements that Yampu tours made for my family of 12. All their choices were excellent and I recommend them highly. I would definitely use them again.

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