Switzerland

Switzerland, with its shimmering, turquoise lakes, towering mountains and chocolate box villages, is a country that inspires awe and stirs the soul. From glittering Lake Lucerne to the Aletsch glacier, the iconic Matterhorn and the Eiger, the country’s natural wonders are, indeed, wonders and ripe for adventure in all seasons. Contrast its luxurious mountain resorts with medieval Bern, cosmopolitan Zurich, Germanic Basel and graceful Lausanne and you have the perfect European getaway.

Nestled lakeside among snow-capped mountains, Lucerne is world renowned for its rich chocolates and distinctive cheeses. Join a local foodie and visit one of Lucerne’s oldest chocolate shops (with tastings), then an artisan cheese shop for an expertly curated selection of the region’s finest. Finish the culinary adventure with lebkuchen (gingerbread) or birnenweggen (pear strudel) in a local bakery.

The charming hamlet of Andermatt is surrounded by pristine alpine wilderness just waiting to be explored. A family-friendly goat-trekking excursion is just the ticket, your expert guide and hairy companions leading the way through riverine valleys and wildflower groves. Come lunch time, choose a scenic spot and spread out a blanket for an unforgettable gourmet picnic.

Known for its spellbindingly scenic setting, the village of Zermatt stands at the foot of one of the world’s most iconic peaks, the mighty Matterhorn. Take in its rugged beauty from the Gornergrat, a scenic viewpoint accessible by the highest open-air railway in Europe. Then join stargazing experts for dinner under the stars, or at 3100 Kulm Hotel, the highest in the alps.

10 days from $17,785 pp Arrive Geneva – Lausanne (3N) – Zermatt (3N) – Depart Lucerne (3N) Discover beguiling historic cities, breathtaking snow-capped mountains and jewel-toned glacial lakes on this exploration of Switzerland. Travel from cosmopolitan Geneva to lovely lakeside Lucerne, visiting the romantic Chateau de Chillon and the pretty alpine hamlet of Zermatt along the way. Accommodation throughout this tour is in some of the country’s grandest hotels, including the glamorous Beau Rivage Palace in Lausanne and the storied Grand Hotel Zermatterhof, set in the shadow of the Matterhorn.

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