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Switzerland Road Trip: Lakes, Alps & Castles

  • Journey from Zurich to Montreux, stopping in Gruyères for cheese making and chocolate tasting in Cailler.
  • Ride up to Rochers-de-Naye for sweeping views of the Alps, then explore Chillon Castle and Lausanne.
  • Travel through the Rhône Valley’s vineyards to Zermatt, the charming Alpine village beneath the Matterhorn.
  • Ascend to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise for breathtaking summit views and a visit to the world’s highest ice palace.
  • Cross into Ticino to discover Lugano, Bellinzona’s medieval castles, and the serene lakeside towns of Ascona and Giornico.

7

Days

from C$4,157 - C$4,573

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Trip Features

Epic Scenery
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Showcases landscapes that elevate parts of the journey.
Family Friendly
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Fun, safe adventures to delight travellers of all ages.
Iconic Landmarks
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Features renowned sites that capture the essence of each destination.
Road Trips
Independent, self-driving road trips that offer extra freedom.

Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

DAY

1

Zurich to Gruyeres and Montreux

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2

Excursion to Lausanne

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3

Montreaux to Zermatt

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4

Exploring Zermatt

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5

Zermatt to Lugano

DAY

6

Exploring the Verzasca Valley & Ascona

DAY

7

Lugano to Bellinzona, Giornico & Zurich

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What do the experts say?

Samantha Buckley

Samantha Buckley

Destination Specialist
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To make your trip that little bit more special, Goway can upgrade Swiss Travel Passes just for a day so guests can experience the panoramic trains in a higher class of service without paying the increase for their entire trip
Samantha Buckley

Samantha Buckley

Destination Specialist
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Winter and Summer are the best time to visit. Winter provides arguably the best scenic pictures, world-class skiing, and unique winter experiences. Summer provides some of the best hiking, and comfortable summer temperatures for touring.
Mike Keon

Mike Keon

Destination Specialist
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If you are looking for somewhere off the beaten track, then make sure you visit Bachalpsee. This stunning mountain lake located in the Bernese Oberland is one of the most picturesque locations in Switzerland
Mike Keon

Mike Keon

Destination Specialist
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Switzerland experiences four distinct seasons, with generally mild summers and cold, snowy winters, but be prepared for unpredictable weather, especially in the mountains, where conditions can change rapidly.
Mike Keon

Mike Keon

Destination Specialist
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Switzerland is a multilingual country, with four official languages: German, French, Italian, and Romansh.

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