The Best of Lake Geneva Region and Matterhorn Region
Duration
5 Days 4 Nights
Tour Type
Daily Tour
Group Size
Unlimited
Languages
English, Francais
About this tour
Experience the perfect blend of elegance, adventure, and breathtaking natural beauty with our Best of Lake Geneva Region & Matterhorn Region tour. Begin your journey along the sparkling shores of Lake Geneva, where charming lakeside towns, world-famous vineyards, and stunning panoramic views create an atmosphere of pure relaxation. Continue to the iconic Matterhorn Region, home to one of the world’s most famous mountains and the enchanting alpine village of Zermatt. Ride scenic mountain railways, admire snow-capped peaks, stroll through picturesque streets, and immerse yourself in Switzerland’s unmatched beauty. From tranquil lakes and luxurious resorts to dramatic mountain landscapes and unforgettable experiences, every moment of this journey is crafted to inspire, excite, and leave you with memories that last a lifetime. Whether you’re seeking romance, adventure, or a peaceful escape into nature, this Swiss getaway offers the perfect holiday experience.
Highlights
Visit the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Vevey and Nestlé’s Food Museum, Chillon Castle in Montreux, Matterhorn mountain peak in Zermatt.
Possible extensions/ alternatives
– Extend stay in Geneva or Montreux
– Stay in Crans Montana
– Overnight in Zermatt after tour
– Overnight in Geneva before/after tour
Travel times
Geneva–Montreux 1 hr. 14 mins.
Montreux–Lausanne 33 mins.
Montreux–Zermatt 2 hrs. 34 mins.
Swiss Travel System
-The Swiss Pass covers trains, buses, boats as well as city
trams and buses
– Children up to 16 years travel for free with their parents
– Free entry to more than 400 museums
– Up to 50% on most mountain-top trains and cable cars
Tour's Location
Itinerary
Arrival in Geneva by train from the Swiss border or airport. Visit the international scene in Geneva including the United Nations building, Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum or a sightseeing tour of the Genevan countryside, Chillon Castle in Montreux or Olympic Museum in Lausanne.
Overnight in Geneva, Montreux or Lausanne.
Enjoy a full day at leisure to look at the numerous excursion possibilities in the Lake Geneva Region, transfer by train to Lausanne or Montreux.
Overnight in Geneva, Lausanne or Montreux.
Today you take the train to the Rhone Plain and the canton of Valais to either Leukerbad, Saas-Fee or Zermatt.
Overnight in one of the chosen locations.
Discover the Swiss Alps, take a cable car to the surrounding peaks or just relax in one of the spas.
Overnight in one of the chosen locations.
Return to Swiss border or airport or continue your stay in Switzerland according to your own plans.
Things to do/see in the resorts.
Lausanne
Shopping, a stroll along the lake shore, Olympic Museum, beautiful old town, impressive cathedral, boat trip on Lake Geneva.
Montreux
Shopping, food and wine, Chillon Castle, cogwheel train to Rochers-de-Naye, animal park “Marmottes Paradis”, and alpine garden.
Leukerbad
22 public and private thermal pools, the biggest thermal wellness resort of the European Alps. Saas-Fee Typical Valais-style village, traffic-free, with the world’s highest revolving restaurant and the biggest ice pavilion.
Zermatt
Explore Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn, electric cars and horse-drawn sleighs and carriages with optional excursions to Gornergrat, Matterhorn Glacier Paradise or Rothorn.
