Crystal clear lakes, scenic train rides and cozy chalets with views that hardly look real.
The Swiss Alps are a postcard come to life. Snowy peaks like the Matterhorn and the Jungfrau, glacier lakes and storybook villages are connected by some of the most scenic train rides in the world, making it easy to see a lot in comfort.
Need to know
Best time to visit
December to March, June to September
How long to stay
7 to 10 days
Getting there
Fly into Zurich or Geneva, both well connected to the mountains by train.
Getting around
Trains, mountain railways and cable cars connect almost everything.
Moments we'll plan for you
- The Jungfrau region: Travel into the mountains around Interlaken and Grindelwald, with waterfalls, alpine meadows and views of the Eiger.
- Scenic train to Zermatt: Sit back on a panoramic train through valleys and mountain passes, then arrive in car free Zermatt for a cozy fondue dinner.
- The Matterhorn: Ride the Gornergrat railway for close up views of the Matterhorn and the surrounding glaciers, with lunch at a mountain restaurant.
- Lake Geneva: Finish on the shores of Lake Geneva in Montreux, with vineyard terraces, a lakeside promenade and a farewell dinner.
What we'll organize for you
You tell us your dreams for Swiss Alps, and we take care of everything in between.
- Flights and your rental car: the best connections and a comfortable car waiting for you when you land.
- Hand picked hotels: the right place and the right room, chosen around you.
- Reservations and tickets: the tables, tours and experiences that sell out, secured before you arrive.
- Support while you travel: one message to us, and we take care of any changes along the way.
The highlights
- Zermatt and the Matterhorn: A car free village beneath the most famous mountain in the Alps.
- Jungfrau region: Waterfalls, meadows and dramatic peaks around Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen.
- Lucerne: Lake views, the Chapel Bridge and a charming old town.
- Glacier Express: A slow, panoramic train journey between St. Moritz and Zermatt.
History and culture
- Alpine cheese: Cheese has been made in the mountain huts for centuries, and every region has its own specialty.
- Cattle descent: In autumn, villages celebrate the return of decorated cows from the high pastures.
- Alphorn and yodeling: Traditional mountain music still echoes through the valleys at festivals.
- Christmas markets: Lucerne, Montreux and Zurich glow with festive markets in December.
Food and drink to try
Cheese fondue, Raclette, Rösti, Swiss chocolate.
Where to stay
Chalets in Zermatt
Wood paneled rooms, fireplaces and a view of the Matterhorn.
Lakeside hotels in Lucerne
Classic hotels with elegant rooms right on the lake.
Mountain hotels in the Jungfrau region
Wake up surrounded by peaks, glaciers and waterfalls.
Combine it with
- Lake Como: Elegant villas just across the border in Italy.
- Paris: An easy fast train ride from Geneva.
Let's design your trip to Swiss Alps
Tell us your dates and wishes in a free 15 minute call, and we take care of everything else.
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