Day 8: Montreux → Jungfrau Region (guided)

Today another magnificent train ride is awaiting you - the Golden Pass. Personally, this is my favorite train line, even though it is short compared to the Glacier Express. Making its way up the steep mountain ridge you shouldn't miss a single moment! These tracks are also the only way crossing the nature parc of Gruyère - cars have to make a detour for hours to experience what you can do, stressless in one of the baroque wagons of the Golden Pass.

Your guide will pick you up on the other side of the national park for a short detour to the medieval village of Gruyère and the Cailler chocolate factory, as well as a stop in Switzerland’s capital Berne, before heading into the Bernese Oberland.

Day 9: Jungfrau Region (self-guided)

Icy air sweeps over your face, snow crunches underfoot, and the panorama almost takes your breath away: on one side the view of the Swiss Mittelland towards the Vosges, on the other the Aletsch Glacier, lined with four thousand meter peaks. Standing on the Jungfraujoch 3,454 meters above sea level, you can feel it with your first step: this is a different world. It's one you have to experience.

Day 10: Jungfrau Region – Lucerne (self-guided)

On your way you will pass the blue-colored Lake Brienz before arriving in Lucerne. Lucerne's Old Town is rated every year among the most beautiful towns in the world.

Day 11: Lucerne (self-guided)

Enjoy the day on the shores of Lake Lucerne and take advantage of a boat cruise which is a perfect way to discover the picturesque lake winding its way through the mountains.

If you are interested in the history of Switzerland you might want to hop off the boat and hike part of the Switzerland trail or visit the meadow where the legendary oath of Rüttli was taken and therefore a confederation of the first three cantons was formed. Or take the oldest cogwheel train of Switzerland up to the top of Mount Rigi, the ‘queen of all mountains’.

Day 12: Lucerne (Day trip to Lugano) (self-guided)

This day is reserved for a trip to Lugano (optional). Lucerne central station and Lugano are very well connected with direct trains in less than 2 hours (one way). Lugano is the largest town in the Italian-speaking canton of Switzerland. The city with its Mediterranean flair lies in a bay on the northern side of Lake Lugano. Stop in Bellinzona and discover the 3 Fortresses of Bellinzona. Romantic villages and numerous hiking trails are waiting to be discovered.

Day 13: Lucerne – Zurich (self-guided)

Your hotel is located conveniently close to the famous Bahnhofstrasse (shopping district) in the heart of Zurich's Old Town. A great way to discover Zurich and to learn a little more about ist history are the Free Walking Tours.

The twin towers of the Grossmünster are not only Zurich's prominent landmark, visitors can also climb up the Karlsturm and enjoy a breathtaking view over the city.

Day 14: Zurich to Basel (self-guided day excursion)

Today is reserved for a self-guided day trip to Basel, widely regarded as Switzerland's cultural capital. At less than 1 hour from Zurich, Basel is rich in sights and art museums. The fondation Beyeler provides a world-class collection of artworks and is considered one of the world's most beautiful museums. If time allows you could also wander around in Basel's Old-town - it's worth it!

We are confident that this itinerary will provide some exclusive memories for you until it is time to say: "Ade, Au revoir, ciao and hope to CYou again in Switzerland".

Day 15: Zurich → Zurich Airport

Zurich Airport is very well connected to the city center. With only about 15 min to the city center, you can benefit again from your Swiss Travel Pass.  This will allow you to get some souvenirs or just enjoy a hot coffee on the shores of the Lake as well.

We are confident that this itinerary will provide some exclusive memories for you and your family until it is time to say: "Ade, Au revoir, ciao and hope to CYou again in Switzerland"