Sound of Swiss
Tour code AKSR0107. Luxury Tours. 8 days, 15 cities.
Central Switzerland (2 nights), Meiringen (2 nights), Geneva (2 nights), Central Switzerland (1 night), Zurich
Starts in Central Switzerland. Ends at Zurich.
From $3,199 per person, twin sharing. Next departure 10 April 2027.
About This Tour
Eight days in Switzerland with Indian lunches and dinners along the way. You start with the Rhine Falls boat ride, the Lindt Home of Chocolate and Zurich, then visit Lucerne for a lake cruise and Mt. Titlis with its revolving cable car and the Titlis Cliff Walk.
Next comes the Jungfraujoch, the top of Europe, followed by the GoldenPass scenic train to Montreux and Chaplin's World. You see the Matterhorn from Zermatt, visit Geneva and the Olympic Museum, and end with Gruyere cheese and the old town of Bern. The days are full of mountain views and easy train travel.
This Switzerland tour is an eight day trip through the Swiss Alps, starting and ending at Zurich. You stay seven nights in hotels with a daily continental buffet breakfast, six lunches and seven dinners of Indian vegetarian, Jain and Swaminarayan meals, with non-vegetarian choices too. Travel is by air-conditioned coach with a tour manager. Nights are based in central Switzerland, Meiringen and Geneva.
The first full day takes you to Schaffhausen for a boat ride at Rhine Falls, then the Lindt Home of Chocolate and a Zurich orientation tour with the Polybahn funicular. Next comes Lucerne, with the Lion Monument, the Kapellbrücke and a Lake Lucerne cruise, followed by Mt. Titlis on the Rotair revolving cable car and the Titlis Cliff Walk.
Day four is Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe. You ride the Eiger Express and the cogwheel train to the Ice Palace and the Sphinx Observatory, then see Interlaken and Trümmelbach Falls. The next morning you board the GoldenPass Line from Interlaken to Montreux, visit Chaplin's World in Vevey and continue to Geneva.
A day trip to Zermatt, the car-free village at the foot of the Matterhorn, is followed by the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, La Maison du Gruyère cheese factory and the old town of Bern on day seven. On the last morning you transfer to Zurich International Airport for your flight home.
Highlights
- Mt. Titlis, Engelberg
- Titlis Cliff Walk, Mt. Titlis
- Jungfraujoch, Interlaken
- GoldenPass Line, Switzerland
- Gruyère Cheese, Gruyère
Day by day
Day 1: Welcome to Splendid Switzerland
Zurich, Central Switzerland
Welcome to Switzerland, a spectacular Central European destination renowned for its magnificent Alps, pristine lakes and charming villages. Upon arrival at Zurich International Airport, complete immigration formalities and proceed to the arrivals area, where you will be warmly welcomed by our Travel Professional. Later, transfer to your hotel in Central Switzerland, check in and relax after your international journey.
Hotel: La Maison / Radisson or Similar, Central Switzerland
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Rhine Falls, Lindt Chocolate & Zurich
Central Switzerland, Rhine Falls, Zurich, Central Switzerland
Begin your day with a scenic drive to Schaffhausen and visit the magnificent Rhine Falls, Europe's largest waterfall. Enjoy an exciting boat ride offering an up-close experience of its powerful cascading waters.
Continue to the Lindt Home of Chocolate, where you'll see the spectacular 9.3-meter chocolate fountain and enjoy an immersive multimedia journey through Swiss chocolate heritage, including unlimited chocolate tasting.
Later, explore Zurich during an orientation tour covering Bahnhofstrasse, the financial district, Old Town, Münster Square, Limmatquai, University District and Zurichberg. Complete your experience with a ride on the historic Polybahn Funicular to Polyterrasse for beautiful views over Zurich.
Hotel: La Maison / Radisson or Similar, Central Switzerland
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Day 3: Lucerne, Lake Cruise & Majestic Mt. Titlis
Central Switzerland, Lucerne, Mt. Titlis, Meiringen
Proceed to beautiful Lucerne for an orientation tour. Visit the famous Lion Monument and Kapellbrücke, with free time to shop for Swiss watches, chocolates and souvenirs.
Later, enjoy a relaxing scenic cruise across Lake Lucerne before continuing towards Mt. Titlis. Ascend to an altitude of 3,020 meters using a series of cable cars, including the famous Rotair, the world's first revolving cable car.
Enjoy spectacular 360-degree views of snow-covered mountains, glaciers and pristine Alpine landscapes. Experience the thrilling Titlis Cliff Walk, Europe's highest suspension bridge, before continuing to Meiringen.
Hotel: Hotel Meiringen or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4: Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe & Interlaken
Meiringen, Jungfraujoch, Interlaken, Meiringen
Prepare for one of the highlights of your Swiss holiday – an unforgettable excursion to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe.
Travel to Grindelwald Terminal and board the Eiger Express to Eigergletscher. Continue aboard the cogwheel train to Europe's highest railway station at 11,333 feet.
Explore the Ice Palace and visit the Sphinx Observatory for breathtaking panoramic views of the magnificent Aletsch Glacier, the longest glacier in the Alps.
Later, proceed to Interlaken for an orientation tour before visiting Trümmelbach Falls, an extraordinary series of ten glacier-fed waterfalls located inside the mountain.
Hotel: Hotel Meiringen or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5: GoldenPass Scenic Train, Montreux & Chaplin's World
Interlaken, Montreux, Vevey, Geneva
After breakfast, proceed to the railway station and board the spectacular GoldenPass Line from Interlaken to Montreux. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps, pristine lakes, charming villages and beautiful countryside along one of Switzerland's most scenic railway routes.
Continue to Chaplin's World in Vevey, an interactive museum located at Charlie Chaplin's former home celebrating his remarkable life and work.
Later, enjoy an orientation tour of Montreux. Stroll along its beautiful flower-lined lakeside promenade, see the bronze statue of Charlie Chaplin and admire views towards Château de Chillon. Continue to Geneva and check in to your hotel.
Hotel: Everness / Mövenpick or Similar, Geneva
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: Zermatt, Matterhorn & Geneva
Geneva, Zermatt, Geneva
After breakfast, proceed to Zermatt, the beautiful car-free Alpine village situated at the foot of the world-famous Matterhorn.
Enjoy time to stroll through this charming mountain destination and admire its traditional character and spectacular surroundings. Witness views of the Matterhorn, renowned worldwide for its distinctive pyramid shape.
Later, return to Geneva and enjoy an orientation tour highlighting major landmarks including the United Nations Headquarters, Jet d'Eau and Geneva's charming Old Town.
Hotel: Everness / Mövenpick or Similar, Geneva
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 7: Olympic Museum, Gruyère & Beautiful Bern
Geneva, Lausanne, Gruyère, Bern, Central Switzerland
After breakfast, check out and travel to Lausanne to visit the renowned Olympic Museum, dedicated to the history, values and achievements of the Olympic Games. Please note that the museum is closed on Mondays.
Continue to picturesque Gruyère and visit La Maison du Gruyère Cheese Factory, where you'll discover the traditions and secrets behind authentic Swiss cheese-making.
Later, proceed to Switzerland's capital, Bern. Enjoy an orientation tour through its UNESCO-listed Old Town and see medieval arcades, the famous Zytglogge Clock Tower and the Federal Palace. Continue to Central Switzerland for your overnight stay.
Hotel: La Maison / Radisson or Similar, Central Switzerland
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 8: Farewell Switzerland
Central Switzerland, Zurich
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and proceed to Zurich International Airport for your flight home. Bid farewell to the wonderful friends you've made during the tour and depart with unforgettable memories of Switzerland's magnificent mountains, lakes, charming cities and breathtaking Alpine experiences.
Meals: Breakfast
What is included
Hotels and stays
- 07 Nights hotel accommodation
Meals
- Daily Continental Buffet Breakfast
- 06 Indian Jain / Vegetarian / Non-Vegetarian Lunches
- 07 Indian Jain / Vegetarian / Non-Vegetarian Dinners
Coach and ground transport
- Lake Lucerne Cruise
- Rotair revolving cable car
- Cogwheel Train
- Air-conditioned coach transportation
Tour manager and guides
- Services of Tour Manager / local representatives
Sightseeing and entry fees
- Rhine Falls with Boat Ride
- Mt. Titlis excursion
- Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe excursion
- Zermatt excursion
- Olympic Museum, Lausanne
- Entrance fees as specified in the itinerary
Tips and gratuities
- Coach driver tips
Other
- Lindt Home of Chocolate
- Polybahn Funicular to Polyterrasse
- Zurich Orientation Tour
- Lucerne Orientation Tour
- Lion Monument
- Kapellbrücke
- Titlis Cliff Walk
- Eiger Express
- Ice Palace
- Sphinx Observatory
- Interlaken Orientation Tour
- Trümmelbach Falls
- GoldenPass Line from Interlaken to Montreux
- Chaplin's World
- Montreux Orientation Tour
- Matterhorn views
- Geneva Orientation Tour
- La Maison du Gruyère Cheese Factory
- Bern Orientation Tour
What is not included
Meals
- Food or beverages outside the included menus
- Extra meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Coach and ground transport
- Private airport transfers requested outside scheduled transfer timings
Sightseeing and entry fees
- Optional sightseeing or excursions
- Entrance fees not specifically mentioned under inclusions
- Any increase in applicable taxes, entrance fees or services
Flights and visa
- International Airfare
- Passport charges
- Switzerland / Schengen Visa charges
Travel insurance
- Overseas Travel Insurance
Tips and gratuities
- Porterage
Personal expenses
- Laundry
- Alcoholic beverages
- Telephone charges
- Personal expenses
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Inclusions
Other
- POE charges
- GST, TCS and other applicable taxes
- Mini-bar expenses
- Land surcharges applicable on certain departures
Departures
- 10 April 2027 from Land Package - $3,199 per person
- 8 May 2027 from Land Package - $3,199 per person
Frequently asked questions
How many days is the Sound of Swiss tour of Switzerland?
It is eight days and seven nights, arriving and departing at Zurich International Airport. You stay two nights each in Central Switzerland, Meiringen and Geneva, and a last night back in Central Switzerland.
Is the Jungfraujoch included on this Switzerland tour?
Yes, the Jungfraujoch excursion is included on day 4. You ride the Eiger Express and a cogwheel train to Europe's highest railway station at 11,333 feet, visit the Ice Palace and the Sphinx Observatory, then tour Interlaken and see Trümmelbach Falls.
Do you see the Matterhorn on the Sound of Swiss tour?
Yes, day 6 is an included excursion to Zermatt, the car free village at the foot of the Matterhorn, with time to walk around and take in the views. The same day ends with an orientation tour of Geneva, including the Jet d'Eau and the Old Town.
Which scenic train rides are on this Switzerland tour?
The main one is the GoldenPass Line from Interlaken to Montreux on day 5. You also ride the Eiger Express and the cogwheel train to the Jungfraujoch, and the Polybahn funicular in Zurich up to Polyterrasse.
What is the Mt. Titlis day like on the Sound of Swiss tour?
You ride a series of cable cars, including the Rotair, the world's first revolving cable car, up to 3,020 meters. At the top there are 360 degree views of snow and glaciers, and you can cross the Titlis Cliff Walk, Europe's highest suspension bridge. The same day includes Lucerne and a cruise on Lake Lucerne.
What should I know about the Olympic Museum visit in Lausanne?
The museum is included on day 7, but it is closed on Mondays. The same day continues to La Maison du Gruyère cheese factory and an orientation tour of the old town of Bern.
Are Indian vegetarian meals included on the Sound of Swiss tour?
Yes. Breakfast is served daily, with six Indian lunches and seven Indian dinners, and Indian vegetarian, Jain and Swaminarayan meals are available alongside local cuisine. Groups are 20 to 30 guests with a tour manager or local representatives, and coach driver tips are included.
Need to know
- Meals on arrival and departure days depend on flight times. If your flight lands early in the morning or leaves late in the evening, Akshar Travels will arrange the meals for that day
- If a sight is closed on the day it is scheduled, we will replace it with a comparable sight on the same tour
- Hotel check-in is usually 3:00 pm and check-out is usually 12:00 noon. Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and may carry a charge
- Baggage on domestic and internal flights follows the airline's own policy and weight limits, which are often lower than on your international flight. Please pack to the lowest allowance on your tour. Excess baggage fees are charged by the airline and paid by the guest
Terms & Conditions
Guests below 12 years of age throughout the tour are considered children
- Triple rooms generally use rollaway beds and may be the same size as double rooms
- Tours operate subject to applicable government regulations
- Local taxes, entrance fees and services are calculated as of 1 September 2025. Any subsequent increases will be payable by the traveler/agent
- Transfers and sightseeing will be provided by air-conditioned coach as specified
- Due to limited coach luggage space, guests are advised to carry one check-in bag and one hand bag per person
- Tour Manager or local representative services are provided while on tour
- Groups may be combined with another group where passenger numbers are insufficient
- Land surcharges may apply to selected departures
- Alternative sightseeing may be arranged if a scheduled attraction is closed
- Tour routing may change or operate in reverse on certain departures
- Packed meals may be provided in cases of significant delays or restrictions arising from European driving-hour regulations
- No refund will be provided for unused services
- Final details should be reconfirmed with the Akshar Travels sales representative
Cancellation policy
- 50 days or more before departure: 30%
- 21 to 49 days before departure: 50%
- 20 days or less before departure: 100%
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