8 Days Rail Explorer Peaks & Waterfalls
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8 Days Rail Explorer Peaks & Waterfalls

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Created: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Ref ID: 52025870
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US$2,182
Based on 2 adults
Created: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Destinations: Zurich, Switzerland , Lucerne, Switzerland , Berne, Switzerland , Geneva, Switzerland

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Transport from Zurich to Zurich
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01 Nov
1. Zurich
Stay
About the destination: Zurich labours under the misconception that it is nothing more than a sterile banking city – don't believe a word of it. True, Zurich plays home to one of the largest stock exchanges in the world and is the financial motor of Switzerland itself, but step back from the markets and share prices and you'll find an arty, trend-conscious and vibrant city. Just hang in Zurich West for a while. Its former warehouses, viaducts and ship building caverns have been converted into art centres, funky bars and quirky boutiques. Along Langstrasse, the city’s notorious red light district, you’re now as likely to take home a chic handbag crafted by an emerging designer as you are a piece of skirt. Zurich’s character booms from the speakers of the annual Street Parade, a mammoth techno festival that weaves through the city with DJs and minimally-clad dancers on floats. There isn’t a banker’s tie in sight. If there is in the pretty east bank quarter of Niederdorf, it’s loosened. These medieval streets are abuzz with cafés on corners, trendy taprooms and world-class restaurants. It’s easy to while away an afternoon just absorbing its laidback atmosphere, especially in summer when the riverside take on a beach vibe. Winter is special too. Under the spell of snow, the cobbled alleyways, fountains, lakeside promenades and stunning architecture of the Old Town were made for the stroke of an artist’s brush. This is when one of Europe’s best Christmas markets rolls into town and the warming citruses and cinnamons of the glühwein (mulled wine) stalls fill the air. Shoppers will be in their element here at any time of year. Zurich’s flashy side is evident in the upmarket designer boutiques of Bahnhofstrasse, the city’s main shopping drag. But this is no longer a city for the smart set alone; there are plenty of unusual shops to be discovered down hidden streets. Sitting astride the River Limmat and the northern tip of Lake Zurich, Mother Nature certainly smiles down on Switzerland’s biggest city. Architects were courteous in their additions too - just check out the Fraumünster and Grossmünster churches, which face each other across the river. Then, when you’ve had enough of the city’s diverse array of restaurants, first-rate museums and pulsing nightlife, there’s always the nearby Uetliberg mountain or a boat trip on Lake Zurich to enjoy – if only to catch your breath before diving back into the city’s delights again.
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01 Nov
Accommodation
2 Nights
Hotel Stoller
Zurich - Show on map > 2.5 km from Center
8.4
Very good
2953
24-hour reception
Luggage room
Pets allowed
COMFORT, DOUBLE BED
ROOM ONLY
Free cancellation
More suggested accommodation options
+US$140
Total price
Sorell Hotel Rex Zürich
Sorell Hotel Rex Zürich
8.1
Very good
3174
Zurich > 1.8 km from Center
+US$190
Total price
Bristol Hotel
Bristol Hotel
8.2
Very good
6884
Zurich > 1.3 km from Center
+US$172
Total price
ibis Styles Zurich City Center
ibis Styles Zurich City Center
8
Good
7614
Zurich > 1.4 km from Center
+US$59
Total price
Holiday Inn Zurich - Messe by IHG
Holiday Inn Zurich - Messe by IHG
8.2
Very good
5242
Zurich > 4.8 km from Center
+US$133
Total price
Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
Crowne Plaza Zürich by IHG
7.7
Good
6614
Zurich > 2.8 km from Center
+US$133
Total price
Mama Shelter Zurich
Mama Shelter Zurich
8.2
Very good
3768
Zurich > 4.7 km from Center
+US$167
Total price
Moxy Zurich
Moxy Zurich
8.3
Very good
2279
Zurich > 3.3 km from Center
+US$102
Total price
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich
8.1
Very good
6515
Zurich > 6.1 km from Center
+US$247
Total price
25hours Hotel Zurich West
25hours Hotel Zurich West
9
Very good
5402
Zurich > 3.3 km from Center
+US$228
Total price
Leonardo Boutique Hotel Rigihof Zurich
Leonardo Boutique Hotel Rigihof Zurich
7.3
Good
4940
Zurich > 1.8 km from Center
+US$343
Total price
FIVE Zurich - Luxury City Resort
FIVE Zurich - Luxury City Resort
8.5
Very good
4508
Zurich > 3.3 km from Center
+US$484
Total price
Renaissance Zürich Tower Hotel
Renaissance Zürich Tower Hotel
8.3
Very good
2757
Zurich > 2.8 km from Center
+US$654
Total price
Zurich Marriott Hotel
Zurich Marriott Hotel
8.3
Very good
3687
Zurich > 1.5 km from Center
+US$891
Total price
Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
9.1
Superb
4662
Zurich > 0.9 km from Center
01 Nov
Tickets
ticket
Swiss Travel Pass
1 Nov 2026
2 Entrances
( Adults from 17 years old: 2 )
8 days
8 days continuous pass Ticket - 2nd Class
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Transport from Zurich to Lucerne
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03 Nov
2. Lucerne
Stay
About the destination: With the Alps and the Lake Lucerne as its backdrop, charming and prosperous Lucerne is a spectacular city. Brightly coloured wall painting, an art form that flourished in the late 16th century, decorate its narrow streets and colourful squares. The city is ideal for boat trips and excursions to Mt. Rigi and Mt. Pilatus. A walk along the river affords a great view of the old city. Two ancient bridges cross the river. The Chapel Bridge is decorated with scenes from Swiss history, and runs by the Water Tower, symbol of the city. The shorter Spreuerbrücke is adorned with Kaspar Megliner’s eerie Dance of Death paintings. Walk by the Altes Rathaus, City Hall, and through the charming squares of Weinmarkt and Hirschenplatz for a taste of authentic Swiss wall painting. For a bird’s-eye view of Lucerne’s dozen or so churches and three mountains, Pilatus, Rigi and Titlus, climb the medieval fortifications with their numerous towers. Don’t miss Das Löwendenkmal, a huge sculpture of a lion carved into the face of a rock dedicated to the Swiss mercenaries of Versailles. Mark Twain dubbed it “the saddest and most compassionate piece of rock on earth”. In the Am Rhyn Haus, next to the Altes Rathaus, you can see an interesting collection of late Picasso works. The combination of tranquil lake and breathtaking snow-capped mountains give Lucerne a special charm which is furthered even more by the medieval old town, famous wooden bridges and beautiful skyline.
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03 Nov
Accommodation
2 Nights
Hotel Luzernerhof
Lucerne - Show on map > 1.0 km from Center
7.4
Good
2919
Casino
Free Internet
24-hour reception
Twin/Double room
WITH BREAKFAST
Free cancellation
More suggested accommodation options
+US$8
Total price
Hotel Drei Könige
Hotel Drei Könige
8.5
Very good
2974
Lucerne > 0.1 km from Center
+US$17
Total price
Hotel de la Paix
Hotel de la Paix
8
Good
4472
Lucerne > 1.0 km from Center
+US$57
Total price
Holiday Inn Express Luzern - Kriens by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Luzern - Kriens by IHG
8.3
Very good
4606
Horw > 0.6 km from Center
+US$270
Total price
Romantik Hotel Wilden Mann
Romantik Hotel Wilden Mann
8.9
Very good
1584
Lucerne > 0.2 km from Center
+US$265
Total price
Hotel Monopol
Hotel Monopol
8.1
Very good
3568
Lucerne > 0.7 km from Center
+US$352
Total price
AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora
AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora
8.4
Very good
3909
Lucerne > 0.6 km from Center
+US$320
Total price
Astoria Lucerne
Astoria Lucerne
7.8
Good
2985
Lucerne > 0.5 km from Center
+US$396
Total price
The Hotel Luzern, Autograph Collection
The Hotel Luzern, Autograph Collection
8.9
Very good
771
Lucerne > 0.6 km from Center
+US$398
Total price
Renaissance Lucerne Hotel
Renaissance Lucerne Hotel
8.8
Very good
1933
Lucerne > 0.5 km from Center
+US$360
Total price
Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne
Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne
8.5
Very good
4960
Lucerne > 1.1 km from Center
Transport from Lucerne to Berne
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05 Nov
3. Berne
Stay
About the destination: Capital of Switzerland, Berne is a calm, beautiful city, lined with 17th century arcades and dotted with colourful fountains. A cultural centre, Berne bustles with activity, and its people are easy-going and friendly. The best introduction to Berne is to stroll around its old town with its cobblestoned streets, marketplaces and colourful 16th century fountains. At the entrance to Berne's Old Town there is the clock tower with its famous moving figures. The clock tower dates back to the early 13th century and the astronomical clock dates from the 15th century. From there continue to the Albert Einstein House. Albert Einstein rented this small flat during his years working at the Swiss patent office. Here are numerous photos and original documents from Einstein's life, work, and speeches. There is a look-alike of the genius selling postcards and books. A small alleyway a few blocks down leads to the cathedral, which has a 100m steeple, and is a fine example of Swiss Gothic architecture. The Rosengarten allows a magnificent view of the old city and the River Aare. Berne offers many fine museums, several of them grouped together at Helvetiaplatz. The renowned Bernisches Hiatoriche Museum exhibits collections related to the history of Berne from prehistory to the present. It includes the Einstein Museum. The Kunstmuseum is the oldest art museum in Switzerland with a permanent collection and houses works covering eight centuries. The Swiss Alpine Museum’s collection of maps and old hiking equipment will interest visiting hillwalkers. Berne has got everything one needs: a great shopping mile where you don't get wet if it rains, a wonderful Cathedral, the river Aare to swim in, picturesque surrounding hills, good restaurants and bars with a dynamic atmosphere. So come explore this nice town, it won’t disappoint.
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05 Nov
Accommodation
2 Nights
Novotel Bern Expo
Berne - Show on map > 1.4 km from Center
8.4
Very good
3619
Electric vehicle charging station
Late Check-out
24-hour reception
Superior room with 1 queen bed and 1 sofa bed
ROOM ONLY
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+US$18
Total price
ibis Bern Expo
ibis Bern Expo
7.8
Good
583
Berne > 1.4 km from Center
+US$29
Total price
ibis Styles Bern City
ibis Styles Bern City
8.6
Very good
4460
Berne > 1.7 km from Center
+US$103
Total price
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
8.7
Very good
3927
Berne > 0.3 km from Center
+US$38
Total price
Holiday Inn BERN-WESTSIDE by IHG
Holiday Inn BERN-WESTSIDE by IHG
8.3
Very good
2506
Berne > 5.8 km from Center
+US$163
Total price
Hotel Savoy Bern
Hotel Savoy Bern
9
Very good
2038
Berne > 0.6 km from Center
+US$199
Total price
NH Bern The Bristol
NH Bern The Bristol
8.7
Very good
4228
Berne > 0.6 km from Center
+US$245
Total price
Swissôtel Kursaal Bern
Swissôtel Kursaal Bern
8.8
Very good
4272
Berne > 0.3 km from Center
+US$671
Total price
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
9.1
Superb
3674
Berne > 0.7 km from Center
+US$790
Total price
Bellevue Palace Hotel
Bellevue Palace Hotel
9.4
Superb
918
Berne > 0.4 km from Center
06 Nov
Tickets
ticket
Jungfraujoch & Lauterbrunnen Alpine Tour | From Bern
6 Nov 2026
09:30
2 Entrances
( Adults from 15 to 100 years old: 2 )
8.5 hours
Jungfraujoch & Lauterbrunnen Alpine Tour | From Bern
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Transport from Berne to Geneva
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BerneGeneva
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07 Nov
4. Geneva
Stay
About the destination: The city of Geneva has a population of 200,000 inhabitants and is one of largest in Switzerland, is the capital of the canton and is situated on the Lac Leman, also named Lake of Geneva, it is divided by Rhône River, which emerges from the lake. It is a nice and charming city with numerous bridges. The Gothic Cathédrale de St-Pierre towers over the vieille ville, Geneva’s old section of narrow, winding streets and flower-bedecked homes. Climb the north tower for a spectacular view of the old town. Most of the city’s museums are in the vieille ville. The Musée d’Art et d’Histoire prides itself on its eclecticisms. Exhibits range from ancient Greek vases to Dadaism art. The Petit Palais houses a wonderful collection of modern art in an intimate 19th century palace. Geneva’s lakefront is beautiful. The audacious Jet d’Eau is one of the world’s tallest fountain. Don’t miss the manicured Jardin Anglais with its famous Horloge Fleurie, a large clock adorned with flowers, erected in homage to Geneva’s clock industry. Geneva remains the international city it has been for centuries, epitomizing the Swiss neutrality which has welcomed such diverse visitors as Lenin and Borges. Today, diplomats and the executives of innumerable corporations fill Geneva’s offices, though seldom its spotless streets. Sedate and picturesque, Geneva is the most pleasant city in Switzerland.
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07 Nov
Accommodation
1 Night
IntercityHotel Geneva
Meyrin - Show on map > 2.7 km from Center
8.6
Very good
4471
Casino
Airport Shuttle
Spa
Business Double Room
WITH BREAKFAST
Free cancellation
More suggested accommodation options
-US$23
Total price
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Geneva
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Geneva
8.2
Very good
4194
Geneva > 2.9 km from Center
-US$32
Total price
Holiday Inn Express Geneva Airport by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Geneva Airport by IHG
8.1
Very good
7723
Meyrin > 2.3 km from Center
+US$3
Total price
ibis Geneve Centre Nations
ibis Geneve Centre Nations
8.2
Very good
11303
Geneva > 1.9 km from Center
+US$40
Total price
Home Swiss Hotel
Home Swiss Hotel
8.6
Very good
977
Geneva > 1.2 km from Center
+US$38
Total price
Hotel Diplomate
Hotel Diplomate
6.8
Nice
1832
Geneva > 0.8 km from Center
+US$43
Total price
Novotel Suites Geneve Aeroport
Novotel Suites Geneve Aeroport
8.4
Very good
4545
Geneva > 3.6 km from Center
+US$22
Total price
Mercure Geneva Airport
Mercure Geneva Airport
8.6
Very good
2806
Meyrin > 0.9 km from Center
-US$8
Total price
NH Geneva Airport
NH Geneva Airport
8.4
Very good
7737
Meyrin > 1.2 km from Center
+US$72
Total price
Novotel Geneve Centre
Novotel Geneve Centre
7.7
Good
5020
Geneva > 1.3 km from Center
+US$80
Total price
Hotel Royal
Hotel Royal
8.2
Very good
6001
Geneva > 1.5 km from Center
+US$105
Total price
Cornavin
Cornavin
7.9
Good
4058
Geneva > 1.2 km from Center
+US$286
Total price
InterContinental Geneve by IHG
InterContinental Geneve by IHG
8.3
Very good
1865
Geneva > 3.0 km from Center
+US$496
Total price
Hôtel Les Armures
Hôtel Les Armures
9.4
Superb
1086
Geneva > 0.2 km from Center
+US$595
Total price
Hotel Metropole Geneve
Hotel Metropole Geneve
8.7
Very good
1966
Geneva > 0.4 km from Center
07 Nov
Tickets
ticket
Geneva International City Bus Tour
7 Nov 2026
11:30
2 Entrances
( Adult - STTG03: 2 )
STTG03
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