Tours and Trips in Switzerland

Visit Chaplin's World, the Corsier-sur-Vevey museum and studio that's dedicated to the life and works of Charlie Chaplin. Show your general entrance ticket when you arrive, then step into the world of the iconic silent film star who lived here with his family. Explore the Manoir to learn about Chaplin's family life, visit the studio to discover his work, then stroll around the park that boasts sweeping views over Lake Leman and the mountains. How long you stay inside the site is up to you.

Sample Swiss delicacies on a 5-hour culinary small-group tour from Zurich. With a gastronome guide, travel through the countryside to the Lindt Chocolate factory outlet and try heavenly chocolates made on site. Then ascend to a mountain viewpoint for sweeping vistas; stroll through a dense forest on a nature trail; and top off the trip with a 3-course meal in a restaurant overlooking Lake Zurich.

Enjoy a day out at Lake Geneva from Chamonix, and discover a UNESCO-protected wine road, Charlie Chaplin memorabilia, a steamer boat, and a romantic island fortress. After a visit to Chaplin's World museum in Vevey, you'll explore the wine terraces of Lavaux on a trolley tour. Cruise around Lake Geneva by belle epoque steamer, hop off to visit Chillon Castle, then wander the Old Town streets of glamorous Montreux. You'll also visit Mountain Studios where Freddie Mercury recorded his last Queen album.

Lakes, Mountains and chocolate. Immerse yourself in all things Swiss on this 6-hour independent experience from Lucerne. Admire epic scenery on a round-trip boat ride on sparkling Lake Lucerne. Hop off at Vitznau to ride the cog train up Mt Rigi for spectacular Alpine views; and disembark again at the Swiss Museum of Transport for a sense-immersing multimedia journey at the Swiss Chocolate Adventure. Your tour is non-guided, with pre-arranged boat and train departure times.

Ascend to the dizzying summit of Mt Stanserhorn on a full-day coach tour of the Swiss Alps from Zurich. Travel through stunning Swiss countryside to the picturesque city of Lucerne and explore its charming Old Town on a guided tour. Take a traditional funicular railway car in Stans and summon your courage for an open-air gondola ride to the highest point of Mt Stanserhorn. Absorb incredible Alpine panoramas and opt to enjoy a unique dining experience in a rotating restaurant (own expense).

Visit lakeside Château de Chillon near Montreux with a prebooked entrance ticket and explore the fairy tale castle at your own pace. Saving you time at the admission desk, the entrance ticket lets you step straight inside to walk around the elegant state rooms. Learn about the castle's past as a fortress, prison, and even a residence for the Counts of Savoy from the complimentary audio guide, and follow touch-screen videos as you go.

Be amazed by breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps on an enriching full-day excursion to Kleine Scheidegg from Lucerne. Enjoy a wonderfully scenic drive to Lauterbrunnen and then climb aboard the renowned Wengernalp rack railway for an enchanting journey through flower filled meadows and rolling forests. Arrive at the vertiginous summit of the Kleine Scheidegg mountain to absorb sweeping panoramas of Mt Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau, and then enjoy some leisurely free time to hike or take the train to the beautiful village of Grindelwald, nicknamed 'Glacier Village'.

Combine a passion for chocolate on a full-day epicurean excursion from Geneva to Gruyères. With a gastronomic guide, travel through the Swiss countryside to the village of Gruyères to visit a chocolate factory. Uncover the secrets behind the production of the fine produce as you take a guided tour of Maison Cailler. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from Geneva on this excursion sure to pleasure your palate.

Let the Alpine allure of the Bernese Oberland region impress you on a full-day excursion from Zurich. Climb aboard a luxury coach and gaze at spectacular scenery as you travel via Interlaken to Lauterbrunner on a scenic route; on arrival, take a seat on a mountain railway train and travel through idyllic panoramas of flower-filled meadows and dense forests. Explore the quaint village of Wengen and then ascend to the 2,016-meter (6,763-foot) summit of Kleine Scheidegg to admire breathtaking vistas of the Monch, Eiger and Jungfrau mountain ranges. Explore the area independently before returning to Zurich in the late afternoon. 

Surrounded by soaring peaks and shimmering lakes, pretty Lucerne is a photographer's dream destination - but knowing the best spots for the finest photographs requires local knowledge. On this small-group tour, limited to 10 people, explore the streets and landmarks of Lucerne as your photographer guide helps you capture the city on camera. Along the way, snap top attractions including the medieval Chapel Bridge and the 14th century Museggmauer city walls.

Take a steamboat cruise and see the Swiss cities of Lavaux and Montreux on this day trip from Geneva. Travel through the Swiss countryside, and visit Chaplin's World, a site dedicated to Charlie Chaplin. Visit the Lavaux UNESCO vineyards and take a guided tour of the opulent chambers of Château de Chillon, and cruise along Lake Geneva on an old steamer boat. Top off the day with time to explore Montreux before heading back to Geneva.

Delve into the rich traditions and picturesque landscapes of Switzerland during a full-day train and coach trip from Geneva. Climb aboard a luxury coach and travel to the quaint village of Broc to sample divine chocolate made in a traditional factory. Head into the hills and visit the beautiful mountaintop town of Gruyeres to savor the rich flavor of renowned Gruyere cheese in a local dairy.

Discover the mountainous majesty of Lucerne and Engelberg on a full-day trip from Zurich. Pass the picturesque Swiss Alps and Lake Zurich as you travel by luxury coach, and then arrive in Lucerne, a charming Swiss town famed for impressive monuments like Chapel Bridge and the Town Hall. Head next to the renowned mountain resort of Engelberg to explore the enticing area independently; visit a Swiss cheese factory; see a magnificent Baroque monastery; or invigorate with a rewarding hike on one of the verdant valley trails. Enjoy illuminating commentary from an expert guide on this enchanting excursion.

Spend a day in the Chamonix Valley amid the alpine splendor of Mont Blanc, one of Europe's highest mountains. This day trip from Geneva makes it easy to visit the region with round-trip transport by coach, panoramic bus, cable car, and mountain train. You'll explore Chamonix, soak up glacier views from Montenvers, and even have chance to visit the Aiguille du Midi Skywalk "Step into the Void," if open. Just remember to bring your passport.

Explore one of the Swiss Alps' best-known glaciers on this 7-hour trip from Montreux. Travel to the village of Les Diablerets, and ascend by cable car to the mountaintop Glacier 3000 above. Ride a Snow Bus over the ice, savor an aperitif and food tastings at a panoramic restaurant and enjoy free time to enjoy the glacier activities. Cross the suspended peak-to-peak walkway, ride a toboggan coaster, go sledging, and more, before returning to Montreux.

Lake Geneva is famous for more than just its ski slopes, but ticking off all its cultural highlights in a day can be difficult. Discover the region with a trip to Chaplin's World, Montreux and Bains de Lavey Thermal Spa. Benefit from the small-group tour size with personalized attention from your tour assistant, and travel easily to the dispersed locations via air-conditioned minibus, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Travel high into the Swiss Alps on a day trip from Montreux, and discover the mountain town of Les Diablerets at your own pace. Three options are available when you book: Select the Les Diablerets Trip Only option to enjoy four hours of free time in the village, upgrade to include a round-trip cable car trip, or go all out with the Gold Tour. As well as the cable car ride, the option includes the "Peak Walk by Tissot", a food and wine tasting at the Space Refuge restaurant, and a white-knuckle ride on the world's highest toboggan run.

Experience the charm of Montreux on a full-day tour from Geneva. Soak up views of the Swiss countryside as you travel toward the city cradled by the Alps and Lake Geneva. Discover Corsier-sur-Vevey, the village around Chaplin's World, a site dedicated to the artist Charlie Chaplin; see the magnificent medieval castle of Château de Chillon; and take an open trolley tour of Lavaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Before making the return trip to Geneva, top off the day with some free time to explore the sights of Montreux.

Travel into the heart of the breathtaking Black Forest region on this day trip from Zurich, with a stop at Rhine Falls. You'll cross into Germany from Switzerland to visit the charming town of Titisee-Neustadt, where you'll visit the locally renowned Drubb watchmaker to see how cuckoo clocks are made. Enjoy free time here with the option to take a boat ride on Lake Titisee. Later, witness Europe's largest waterfall tumbling into the Rhine River. Enjoy informative commentary from your guide and a round-trip ride by luxury coach.

Experience the beauty of Lake Como and the stunning views from atop the Swiss and Italian Alps on this full-day tour from Milan. Stop in the historic lakeshore village of Varenna - one of the lake's most charming - and enjoy lunch in the Valtellina valley before ascending the Alps on the scenic Bernina Express train. The UNESCO-listed ride lets you straddle two countries and one of Europe's great mountain ranges.