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Top Reasons Why Switzerland is a Must-Visit Destination

Switzerland is a beautiful country in the heart of Europe with plenty of amazing things to see and do. Here are a few reasons you must choose Switzerland tour packages.

Majestic Mountain Scenery

Part of Switzerland’s charm is its iconic mountain from the breathtakingly beautiful Swiss Alps to the world famous Matterhorn and Mont Blanc and the rolling hills of the Swiss Jura. The Niesen Mountain offers a panoramic view of the Bernese Alps, while Jungfrau is loved for its famous peaks like Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau. Not to mention Titlis Mountain, famous for its revolving cable car.

Whether hiking, skiing or simply travelling by cable car, the mountains of Switzerland are sure to remain etched in your memory for a lifetime.

Delicious Swiss Chocolate

Switzerland is a paradise for chocolate lovers. Swiss brands like Lindt, Toblerone, and Nestle make some of the best chocolate in the world. Make sure your Swiss tour packages itinerary includes visiting a chocolate factory to experience how these delightful treats are made. You could buy mass-produced chocolates from well-known brands or pick artisanal delights from boutique shops in Zurich, Geneva, and Lucerne. We suggest you don’t leave the country without sampling chocolates from famous Swiss chocolatiers like Tristan, Max, Frey, and Camille. And if you are looking for mass-produced brands, try Ovomaltine, Villars, and Halba.

Beautiful Lakes

The sparkling blue waters of Switzerland’s lakes are simply stunning. Lake Geneva, Lake Lucerne, and Lake Zurich offer excellent water sports and cruise opportunities. In the summer, you can swim on some lakes like Silsersee, Caumasee, and Valle Verzasca or enjoy a beachside picnic along the shores of some of these lakes. Watching the sun rise over Lake Lucerne will surely be an unforgettable moment of your vacation and a memory that will stay forever. Lake Oeschinen overlooks the Swiss Alps, making it perfect for hiking. Make sure you pack appropriate footwear or walking shoes during the trip.

Unique Swiss Villages

Switzerland has charming villages with beautiful scenery, traditional wooden chalets decorated with seasonal flowers, and cobbled pathways. These villages vary in character and the traditions they hold dear. Interlaken is a famous resort town between two lakes and high mountains. Grindelwald is home to Switzerland’s oldest ski resorts. In Zermatt, you will have the pleasure of seeing the Matterhorn. Lauterbrunnen’s precipitous cliffs inspired Tolkien to write about Rivendell, which was part of his Lord of the Rings series.

Call us for curated Swiss tour packages that include a guided tour of these villages and a firsthand experience of life in the Swiss Alps.

Incredible Train Journeys

Switzerland has a well synchronised network of trains, buses, and cable cars connecting almost anywhere in the country, including remote valleys and villages that you’d never be able to reach without a private vehicle in any other country. Some of the world’s picturesque train journeys are in Switzerland, including the famous Glacier Express that connects Zermatt to Davos. The Bernina Express boasts 196 bridges from Chur down to Tirano. The Golden Pass line links Central Switzerland with Lake Geneva. Along these fantastic rail rides, you can catch sight of majestic mountains, deep valleys, ice houses, and small, pretty places.

Amazing Winter Sports

Switzerland’s Alpine region is a paradise for winter sports lovers. With our Swiss tour packages, you will cover famous ski resort towns like Zermatt, St Moritz, Klosters, Laax and Mürren. The best thing about vacationing at these resorts is that you don’t have to be a pro skier—there are trails for different proficiency levels. It also has hiking trails for cross-country skiers, snow runs, and ice rinks for skating. The country is also famous for snowshoeing and dog sledging. You can visit the many Après ski bars and restaurants for post skiing social activity.

Spectacular Cities

The Old City in Bern is a UNESCO site with a compact building layout that has remained unchanged since the 12th century. Geneva is famous thanks to the numerous international organisations headquartered here, including the United Nations and the International Federation of the Red Cross. Geneva is also the capital of Swiss watchmaking. Zurich and Basel are famous for their museums and art galleries. Montreux is a hip city popular for its famous Montreux Jazz Festival. You’ll discover fantastic architecture, history, culture and dining in every Swiss town.

Incredible Natural Beauty

Switzerland’s natural beauty goes beyond its mountain peaks. The meadows of Appenzell are covered in colourful wildflowers during spring. With our Swiss tour packages, you can visit the Rhine Falls near Zurich, the largest plain waterfall in Europe. Cruise down Lake Lucerne to see rutting deer and wild goats. Marvel at the untamed beauty of Switzerland.

Swiss Castles and Fortresses

Switzerland has some impressive castles and fortresses to explore. The Chillon Castle in Montreux dates back to the 12th century and juts into Lake Geneva. Thun Castle overlooking the Aare River is one of the few surviving places from the Middle Ages. The medieval ramparts of Murten are incredibly well preserved. Go back in time as you walk through these fantastic historic castles.

Delicious Swiss Cuisine

Switzerland’s cuisine features hearty comfort food and fine dining. Fondue and raclette cheese dishes are Swiss specialities. Rösti, a potato pancake, also makes for a filling meal. Meat dishes include veal and sausages. Of course, chocolate finds its way into many desserts. The Swiss also make excellent white wines, local beers and ciders. Be sure to sample the delicious food on your trip.

As you can see, Switzerland has so many incredible things to experience. Majestic mountain scenery, charming villages, pristine lakes, delicious foods, fantastic cities, excellent transportation, and so much more make Switzerland an absolute must-visit destination. What are you waiting for? Start planning your dream trip to Switzerland today with our Swiss tour packages.