Grand Swiss Panorama: From Zurich to the Matterhorn and Beyond
Trip overview
This itinerary takes you on a classic Swiss grand tour, combining vibrant cities, serene lakes and some of the most legendary mountain landscapes in Europe. You will travel efficiently with the Swiss Travel Pass, gliding between Zurich’s cosmopolitan flair, Lucerne’s medieval charm, the adventure hub of Interlaken, the car‑free village of Zermatt under the Matterhorn, chic Saint Moritz and elegant Geneva.
The highlight of your journey is the iconic Glacier Express, linking Zermatt and Saint Moritz through spectacular alpine scenery, and the ascent to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, where you will stand among glaciers with sweeping views of 4,000‑metre peaks. Comfortable, well‑located hotels provide a relaxing base at every stop, allowing you to enjoy scenic excursions by day and relaxed evenings by the lake, in the mountains or in lively Swiss city centers.
Itinerary and included services
Swiss Travel Pass for seamless train, bus and boat travel across Switzerland
Glacier Express – Iconic Scenic Train Glacier Express ticket from Zermatt towards St. Moritz (route and class as per final confirmation)
Panoramic carriages, reserved seats and informative commentary along the routeViews of deep gorges, high viaducts and traditional alpine villages
Zurich – Urban Gateway to Switzerland
1 night at ibis Styles Zurich City Center, Zurich (Switzerland)
- Central location, easy access to the old town, Bahnhofstrasse and lakeside promenades
- Breakfast included and Wi‑Fi (subject to hotel policy)
Lucerne – Lakes and Mountains
2 nights at Holiday Inn Express Luzern - Kriens by IHG, Horw (Switzerland)
- Easy links to Lucerne’s Chapel Bridge, Lake Lucerne cruises and Mount Pilatus excursions
- Daily breakfast buffet and Wi‑Fi (subject to hotel policy)
- Use your Swiss Travel Pass for regional trains and scenic boat rides
Interlaken – Jungfrau Region Highlights3 nights at Hotel Harder Minerva, Interlaken (Switzerland)
- Ideal base between Lakes Thun & Brienz for day excursions to Jungfraujoch, Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, Bern, Murren
- Comfortable rooms, breakfast and Wi‑Fi (subject to hotel policy)
- Extensive use of Swiss Travel Pass for mountain valleys and lake cruises (supplements may apply on some mountain railways)
Zermatt – Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
2 nights at Antares Hotel, Zermatt (Switzerland)
- Charming alpine village, car‑free center with direct access to hiking and ski areas
Matterhorn Glacier Paradise ticket for panoramic cable car ascent to Europe’s highest cable‑car station
- Glacier viewpoints, ice palace and 360° vistas over Swiss, Italian and French Alps
Saint Moritz – Alpine Elegance
1 night at Hotel Nolda, Saint Moritz (Switzerland)
- Access to upscale shops, lakeside walks and mountain viewpoints
- Cozy atmosphere and convenient access to local transport
Geneva / Meyrin – Lakeside Finale2 nights at Mövenpick Hotel Geneva, Meyrin (Switzerland)
- Easy access to Geneva city center, the Jet d’Eau and lakeside promenades
- Comfortable modern rooms, with transfer options to the airport and city (subject to hotel services)
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