Wisk your family away for a vacation full of history masked by fun and enchantment during your custom tailored tour of Switzerland. Let the kids marvel at the mountaintops as you ride a steep train to a snowcapped summit and listen to the layers of yodels as they echo across the valleys. Stroll along historic streets lined by half-timbered homes that appear to be decorated with candy and then taste the rich flavors of the celebrated chocolates of the region. Climb to the top of a medieval...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Lucerne – Arrive in Zurich and Head Out for a Half-Day Tour
Your flight will land at the Zurich Airport, and the kids will marvel at the amount of greenery as it stretches to the foothills of the distant mountains. Red-tiled rooftops contrast with the verdant grass and towering pine trees. Your private transfer will meet your family at baggage claim to escort you to the stunning city of Lucerne, located on the shores of Lake Geneva. The mountains sweep across the horizon and small watch shops fill the street-view of Old Town. The lake laps at the shoreline of the city and reflects the colorful facades of the antique buildings.
The twin spires of the Hofkirche rise above the cityscape and add to the integral skyline of the historic sloping rooftops. Your guide will meet you at your hotel and lead your family on an immersive introductory tour of Lucerne and its unforgettable beauty. Stroll along the Kapellbrücke, one of Lucerne’s two surviving wooden bridges. Kapellbrücke was erected in the 14th-century and spans the Reuss River. The contemporary gabled roof on the 14th-century water tower was constructed after a fire in the 1990s. Beneath the covered roof, you will find 17th-century triangular panels that depict important events of Swiss history and local mythology. The bridge spans 558 feet from north to south.
The kids will search the paintings to find a portrait that depicts local nobility and citizens. Your guide will explain that the coats of arms paid honor to the benefactors who supported the murals through their generous donations. Near the end of your tour, visit a vista that overlooks the city’s rooftops, a shimmering lake, and the mountains that frame every view. The kids will delight in walking along the historic walls as the medieval ramparts provide a walkway to the Schirmerturm tower and a fantastic view.
What's Included:
Day 2
Lucerne – Cruise Lake Lucerne and Discover the Beauty of Mount Pilatus
Day 3
Lucerne – Cruise Lake Lucerne and Discover the Beauty of Mount Pilatus
Day 4
Interlaken – Explore the Berner Oberland Region, Filled with Village Charm
Day 5
Lausanne – Tour the Cities of Berne and Gruyeres en route to Lausanne
Day 6
Lausanne – Visit Chateau de Chillon and the Islands of Lake Geneva
Day 7
Lausanne – Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Delight in the sweet treats of a chocolate factory tour to learn the secrets of Swiss chocolate before a fabulous tasting
- Learn the history and art of yodeling during a private family instruction where the kids can learn to call on another from across mountain villages
- Travel to the station at Jungfraujoch for an unparalleled view of the Alpine peaks around the Jungfrau Massif
- Traverse the polished halls and vaulted ceilings of an Ice Palace, filled with unique furniture and statues all carved from within the frozen mountain
- Visit stunning castle grounds to learn stories of chivalry, nobility, and war from traveling exhibits and stationary artifacts
- Witness fabulous handmade wood products in the alpine village of Brienz, known for its connection to tradition and heritage around Switzerland
- Enjoy a cheese making demonstration in an open-air museum home to numerous farm animals and traditional Swiss homes
- Stroll along living history in antique villages and towns strewn across the scenic Swiss landscape
Detailed Description
Switzerland is a land of castles and villages, lakes and mountains all topped by snowcapped mountaintops that glisten with glaciers. Your 7-day tour takes your family into the unique culture of the Alps to tell the stories of the people through their landscape and living artifacts. Your vacation begins with your arrival at the Zurich airport as your private transfer greets you to escort you to the fabulous city of Lucerne, located on the shores of Lake Geneva.
Take some time to settle in, and your guide will meet you in the lobby for a family tour of the historical streets and celebrated covered bridges. The next day, you will enjoy a cruise on Lake Lucerne and take a scenic gondola ride to the top of Mount Pilatus. When you return to the city, you will meet your private yodeling instructor who will teach your family the history and art of yodeling.
Wake up the next day and journey to Interlaken. En route, stop in the village of Brienz to absorb the striking scenery and sensational woodwork. Once in Interlaken, enjoy your afternoon with a stroll through the collection of hamlets and flower-studded avenues. Next, you will venture into the Berner Oberland region to discover a mixture of charming villages and dramatic mountain peaks. Take a unique train ride to the Jungfraujoch station situated at the “Top of Europe” to relish the view and stroll through the Ice Palace before your return to Interlaken. Continue to visit the capital city of Bern, a UNESCO World Heritage site that stands atop a sandstone ridge.
In the town of Gruyeres, your family will take an engaging tour of the chocolate factory to learn about the history of chocolate from its origins to its evolution in Europe. Top off your tour with a sample of the factory’s various delicacies before arriving in the town of Lausanne on the banks of Lake Geneva. Spend the next day on a family tour of the enchanting old town and a boat cruise to explore the opulent castle of Chateau de Chillon. Conclude your trip as your private transfer will meet your family at the hotel to escort you to the Geneva airport for your flight home.
Starting Price
$7,400 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.84 stars based on 505 reviews.
My first solo trip was something I had dreamed about for years. I wanted it to be more than sightseeing. I wanted adventure, comfort, safety, and freedom without the stress of planning it all alone. Through Zicasso, I was connected to two specialists and Zicasso's travel consultant stood out immediately. She delivered an itinerary that gave me everything I asked for and more: maximum cities, maximum fun, and maximum value, all without compromise.
Before deciding, I researched and compared tours, packages, and individual prices online. The travel consultant’s proposal came out on top for value and content. While the other agent offered fewer cities and activities at a higher price, her plan was ambitious without being overwhelming. She booked my trains, arranged private transfers where needed, and selected boutique-style hotels that exceeded expectations. I was honestly surprised at how good they were. I stayed at hotels in Interlaken, Florence, and Sorrento. Each was clean, comfortable, and perfectly located for exploring. I had prepared myself for budget trade-offs, but instead, I found thoughtfully chosen hotels that balanced affordability with real quality.
Every document, train ticket, and activity confirmation was uploaded into the app. It became my lifeline throughout the trip, with every detail at my fingertips. The structure gave me confidence, while still leaving me free to explore.
Switzerland came first: Zurich, Lucerne, Interlaken, and Zermatt. Each city felt like stepping into a postcard. Interlaken gave me the adrenaline rush of skydiving, while Zermatt charmed me with its close-knit magic and alpine beauty. Italy unfolded with equal ease: Lake Como, Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Amalfi, and Rome. Every destination felt curated, yet natural, from gondola rides in Venice to boat tours on the Amalfi Coast.
What I loved most was the balance between structure and freedom. Pre-booked activities and restaurant reservations gave me a strong framework, but I could just as easily decide to spend an afternoon wandering Florence, eating gelato, or sitting in a piazza. The rhythm of the trip was perfect, structured enough to tick off bucket-list highlights, yet relaxed enough to feel like a real vacation.
Food was freestyle, but memorable. Highlights included a Japanese-Peruvian restaurant in Zurich with its elegant Japanese-Peruvian flavors, a different Japanese restaurant, a restaurant in Como with its modern fusion menu, an Indian restaurant for comforting classics, and international favorites like those in one of the restaurants in Rome. Between those meals and plenty of gelato and crepes, every stop added its own flavor to the journey.
As a solo traveler, safety mattered. I felt comfortable walking around in the evenings and was usually back in my hotel by 1am to stay rested for the next day. What really gave me peace of mind was the travel consultant’s constant support. Communication was fast and responsive. I never had to wait long for answers, whether through the app or email. There was a moment when I made a mistake with the trains and missed an activity. She immediately stepped in and worked to reschedule it or secure a refund that same day.
Earlier in the planning process, I also had a card issue due to an address error. Even though policy would not normally allow it, she and her team patiently waited until I received the refund before finalizing the booking, just weeks before my trip. That flexibility and care spoke volumes.
The difference was clear. She used my budget to its fullest potential, giving me more destinations, more experiences, and better hotels than the alternative option. She managed to combine the efficiency of a fully organized tour with the freedom of independent travel. Everything was planned, yet everything was still mine to shape.
This trip was everything I wanted: good food, beautiful views, safety, and absolute reliability. It was an organized journey with freestyle flexibility, which is exactly what solo travelers dream of. The travel consultant’s planning let me chase adventure while always knowing I had a safety net. Switzerland and Italy gave me memories I will never forget, but it was the behind-the-scenes planning that made it possible. If you want a trip that is your way, your budget, your pace, but without the endless hassle of managing it yourself, the travel consultant at this agency is the person who can make it happen. My first solo trip became my dream trip and that is the highest praise I can give.
Reviewed By tasmia S.
The trip was excellent. The hotels and itinerary were exactly as we wanted. Zicasso's travel company knows the country, and my contact responded immediately when I needed service in-country. Great job!!
Reviewed By jonathan C.
We were very happy with the services provided by Zicasso's tour operator. Our agent and his team were very responsive to all of our communications and created an itinerary for us that was exactly the mix of places to see and activities we were looking for.
The tour operator provided us with all of the information we needed to navigate around Switzerland (visiting Zermatt, Grindelwald, and Lucerne). We liked all of the hotels they selected and found their restaurant recommendations to be very helpful. They also provided us with a package of materials containing our rail passes, maps, and detailed instructions that helped make our trip seamless and stress-free.
We felt like we were in very good hands with them and would definitely use them again if we return to Switzerland.
Reviewed By Elisa R.
We had a wonderful trip and Zicasso's travel partner was great to work with.
Reviewed By Fan Q.
From the moment we landed in Germany to the moment we left, the trip was incredibly well planned and tailored specifically to what we were interested in, but with the expert knowledge of Zicasso's travel agent and our tour operator to guide us toward our best possible experience.
DO IAfter receiving the initial itinerary proposal from him, we had a helpful phone conversation to talk about our family "must-do's." The itinerary was adjusted accordingly and was perfect. Every day had a memorable experience and everything went smoothly!
I cannot recommend this tour company any higher. If you are considering working with our travel agent and his colleague, do it. I am already trying to determine when we can return to Germany and work with them to plan our Germany vacation (part two)!
Reviewed By Kerri B.
It was a very good trip. It was pretty well planned, with great hotels and scenery, and we loved the train trips. A suggestive comment would be to steer the old folks (like us) away from the hotel; it seemed too "young" for my crowd.
Reviewed By Nelson T.