Switzerland Tours 2012

Switzerland is probably the most welcoming and beautiful country in all of Europe, and it has therefore always been a preferred destinations for tourists who visit the continent. Rich in naturally beautiful landscapes, orderly and genteel, Switzerland is the perfect place to relax while enjoying everything from nature and architecture to shopping and skiing.

Tours to Switzerland include visits to Alpine villages, nestled in the countryside amidst the beauty of the famed Swiss Alps, as well as rail tours that offer breathtaking views of the Alps from luxuriously appointed and highly efficient Swiss rail cars. And Switzerland tour packages are never complete without visits to the main cities, cosmopolitan Zurich and Geneva, relaxing Lucerne and Lugano, and the resorts of Montreux, St. Moritz and Zermatt.  

Most Popular Switzerland Tours

Switzerland and Austria 2012

By Trafalgar Tours. 14 Days starting at $3,850

Uncover the beauty of Switzerland and Austria on a trip through picturesque Alpine landscapes. See fascinating sights in a range of cities including Salzburg, Vienna and Innsbruck, and visit some of the world’s most famous winter resorts such as St.. (click for more)

Best of Switzerland 2012

By Trafalgar Tours. 9 Days starting at $2,850

Discover the peace and tranquillity of Switzerland. Zurich, St. Moritz, Klosters, Zermatt, Lake Geneva, Interlaken, Lucerne, Lake Maggiore - see all these wonderful places and more against a backdrop of magnificent snow-capped mountains and Alpine vi.. (click for more)

Contrasts of Switzerland 2012

By Trafalgar Tours. 9 Days starting at $3,425

Climb aboard the express for an enchanting tour of Switzerland! Admire shimmering Alpine lakes, ancient glaciers and snow-capped mountains. Explore the sights of Zurich, Zermatt and St. Moritz. See medieval Lucerne and cosmopolitan Geneva. Breathe cr.. (click for more)

ALPINE COUNTRIES (ZF2012)

By Globus Tours. 15 Days starting at $3,149

TitleAlpine CountriesVacation OverviewBe prepared for breathtaking views. This journey starts in Frankfurt and travels to Austria via medieval Rothenburg and Munich, where you will visit the Marienplatz. In Austria, you have sightseeing tours with Lo.. (click for more)

Country Roads of Switzerland (201213)

By Insight Tours. 15 Days starting at $5,225

An intimate journey of discovery along vine clad shores, through fortified towns and flower filled meadows amidst stunning Alpine panoramas. Tour Pace: Well paced tour with three nights in Montreux, two-night stays in most of the other cities and no .. (click for more)

Switzerland Guided Vacations

And while Switzerland has been known in recent times for its peacefulness and neutrality, it is still rich in history. While William Tell of apple and overture fame may have been a legend, it is one that is set upon a backdrop of true events, and it is possible to relive those events by including a tour of the area between Lucerne and Lugano where the William Tell legend was born. Late spring, particularly May or June, is the absolute best time to visit Switzerland, although its climate is pleasant and welcoming all year round. However, ski trips to Switzerland are offered in the winter when there is sufficient snow to enjoy the unique experience of Alpine skiing. The famous wildflowers of Switzerland are in bloom later in the summer, but it is also peak tourist season and attractions and accommodation are therefore crowded. It is possible to view wildflowers and other native fauna year round in the warmer southern regions of Switzerland.

Shopping in Switzerland includes far more than watches, chocolate and cheese, and the native cuisine, with its German, French and Italian influences is more than worth sampling, whether at a roadside inn in the Alps or at a four-star restaurant in Zurich or Geneva. Walking tours of these main cities, as well as Lucerne and Lugano, will introduce you to everything from local boutiques and restaurants to amazing Alpine and lake views that can be found only a few minutes away from world centers of banking, diplomacy and industry.

Indeed, Switzerland tour packages, which are available for every interest and price range, are the best way to become acquainted with this multi-faceted land that is a combination of picturesque, yet cosmopolitan cities and a countryside that is renowned throughout the world for its natural beauty. Whether you are a skier, a nature photographer, or someone who just enjoys seeing different cultures, Switzerland just cannot be missed.