Switzerland
Glacier-blue lakes, alpine villages and panoramic rail journeys through some of Europe's most beautiful mountain scenery.
Europe
Best time: Jun - Sep, Dec - Mar
Ideal stay: 7 - 9 days
Rated 4.8
Best for Families
OVERVIEW
The Alps at their most generous
Snow-capped peaks, glass-clear lakes and scenic trains make Switzerland an effortless journey through dramatic alpine scenery.
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About this destination
Switzerland is compact, efficient and endlessly scenic. A single day can take you from a lakeside city to a mountain village by train, with panoramic windows and a timetable you can set your watch by. It is one of the easiest countries in the world to explore in comfort.
In summer the high trails open for walking, the lakes are warm enough for a swim and the villages fill with flowers. In winter the same valleys turn to snow, with world-class skiing, lit-up streets and cosy chalets. Either way, the scenery is never far from your window.
We build journeys around the details that matter: the right rail passes, the best viewpoints at the right time of day, and hotels with the view you came for. Families, couples and groups all find their own rhythm here.
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