What to do and see in Zermatt, Swiss Alps: The Best Multi-day Tours

December 26, 2021 Vivienne Hutton

When most people think of Zermatt, they think of one thing: The Matterhorn. This ultimate Swiss icon looms over Zermatt, first drawing visitors here in the 1860s. The village of Zermatt itself is lovely and car-free, with old-fashioned brown chalets and winding alleys. (Don’t worry, you don’t have to walk everywhere—there are electric vehicles and horse-drawn cabs.) Skiing in the region often lasts through early summer, but when the weather’s warmer, it’s a great time to hike.
Restaurants in Zermatt

1. 4-Day Switzerland Tour from Lucerne to Zurich including Mt. Titlis Cable Car

Schwanenplatz, Schwanenpl., 6004 Luzern, Switzerland Gray Line Zurich
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Starting in Lucerne and ending in Zurich, experience the breathtaking Swiss Alps on this whirlwind 4-day adventure. Explore the picturesque mountain towns of Interlaken and Zermatt, sightsee in urban Geneva and Bern, and relish the countryside scenery in Gruyères, birthplace of Gruyère cheese. Alpine views abound: ride a panoramic cable car to the snowy summit of Mt Titlis and admire Zermatt's iconic Matterhorn mountain, the inspiration behind the Disneyland theme ride. Enjoy a balance of guided tours with free time to explore independently. Transport, overnight accommodation, breakfast and one dinner are also included.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, 3 nights of accommodation in 3- and 4-star hotels, Mt Titlis cable car ride

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Airport Transfers

Reviewed By U9943DIpaulb

During a short stay in Zurich we took a two hour city tour with headphone commentary (due to the virus there we no tour guides available). For us, at two hours the tour was just about the right length and the commentary was interesting and informative with a narrative that extended to both the city and national relevance. A word about the driver - he was friendly and just about the best bus/ coach driver I have ever experienced. He navigated the often narrow streets and turnings superbly and was courteous to other drivers and pedestrians. Whilst we thought this was quite an expensive tour, (most things in Zurich are quite expensive), we did very much enjoy it and would certainly recommend it.....

2. 4-Day Glacier and Bernina Express Self-Guided Tour from Zurich

Zurich, Zurich Switzerland Travel Centre
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On the Glacier and Bernina Express you will travel across impressive viaducts, through winding and helical tunnels on a journey offering views of mountain lakes, steep cliffs and pristine forests.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 1 x Night stay with breakfast in St. Moritz, 1 x Night stay with breakfast in Lugano, 1 x Night stay with breakfast in Zermatt, 1 x Seat reservation on the Bernina & Glacier Express, 1 x 2nd class train ticket

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, A guide , All Fees and Taxes

Reviewed By Trip551330

Recently I had to cancel our train trip through Italy and Switzerland. I was able to obtain a refund on all the Italian train fares but no changes or refunds are permitted by Swiss rail. Swiss train fares are very high by world standards and while I appreciate the terms are non refundable, Swiss rail gives you no opportunity to purchase a refundable/changeable pass. Take care when purchasing a Swiss rail pass as plans can change.

3. 4-Day Switzerland Tour from Geneva to Zurich Including Italy and Liechtenstein Visits

Gare Routiere, Place Dorcière, 1201 Genève, Switzerland Gray Line Zurich
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4.7 based on 24 reviews

Weave your way through Switzerland, Italy and Liechtenstein on this epically beautiful 4-day journey from Geneva to Zurich. Enjoy a balanced mix of guided sightseeing and free time as you hop from one Alpine town to another, including Lugano, St Moritz and Zermatt, home to the famous Matterhorn peak. Drive along the romantic shores of Italy’s Lake Como, sightsee in Liechtenstein’s capital city of Vaduz and admire the picturesque Swiss countryside before ending in Zurich. All transport and overnight accommodation in 4-star hotels is included.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, 3 nights of accommodation in 4-star hotels

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Airport Transfers

Reviewed By U9943DIpaulb

During a short stay in Zurich we took a two hour city tour with headphone commentary (due to the virus there we no tour guides available). For us, at two hours the tour was just about the right length and the commentary was interesting and informative with a narrative that extended to both the city and national relevance. A word about the driver - he was friendly and just about the best bus/ coach driver I have ever experienced. He navigated the often narrow streets and turnings superbly and was courteous to other drivers and pedestrians. Whilst we thought this was quite an expensive tour, (most things in Zurich are quite expensive), we did very much enjoy it and would certainly recommend it.....

4. 4-Day Switzerland Tour from Zurich Including Mt. Titlis Cable Car

Renaissance Zurich Tower Hotel, Turbinenstrasse 20, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland Gray Line Zurich
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Spend four days hopping from one beautiful Alpine town to another on this adventure from Zurich. Soak up the fresh mountain air in Lucerne and Interlaken, ride a panoramic cable car to the summit of Mt Titlis and visit the birthplace of Gruyère cheese in the Swiss countryside. Sightsee in urban Geneva and Bern, Switzerland’s capital, and admire the iconic Matterhorn mountain in Zermatt. Overnight accommodation in 3- or 4-star hotels is included, and you’ll enjoy a balanced mix of guided sightseeing and free time to explore at your leisure.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, 3 nights of accommodation in 3- or 4-star hotels, Mt Titlis cable car ride

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Airport Transfers

Reviewed By U9943DIpaulb

During a short stay in Zurich we took a two hour city tour with headphone commentary (due to the virus there we no tour guides available). For us, at two hours the tour was just about the right length and the commentary was interesting and informative with a narrative that extended to both the city and national relevance. A word about the driver - he was friendly and just about the best bus/ coach driver I have ever experienced. He navigated the often narrow streets and turnings superbly and was courteous to other drivers and pedestrians. Whilst we thought this was quite an expensive tour, (most things in Zurich are quite expensive), we did very much enjoy it and would certainly recommend it.....

5. 8-Day Train Tour of Switzerland Self-Guided from Zurich

Zurich, Zurich Switzerland Travel Centre
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Explore the cultural differences within the country and its 4 lan- guages, all the while taking in some spectacular countryside and staying in beautiful Swiss towns. It’s a great opportunity to visit the very best of Switzerland on some of the most exciting scenic trains in Europe.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 7 x Overnights in Zurich, Interlaken, Montreux, Zermatt, St. Moritz, Lugano, Lucerne, 8 transfers in 2nd class including up to 50% reductions on selected transport services (mountain railways, trains, buses and boats), 1 x Seat reservation for GoldenPass Line, Gotthard Panorama, Glacier & Bernina Express in 2nd class , 1 x Excursion to Jungfraujoch (non-guided), 1 x myTravel Stamp Booklet

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, A guide

Reviewed By Trip551330

Recently I had to cancel our train trip through Italy and Switzerland. I was able to obtain a refund on all the Italian train fares but no changes or refunds are permitted by Swiss rail. Swiss train fares are very high by world standards and while I appreciate the terms are non refundable, Swiss rail gives you no opportunity to purchase a refundable/changeable pass. Take care when purchasing a Swiss rail pass as plans can change.

6. 6-Day Switzerland Tour from Zurich including Mt. Titlis Cable Car

Renaissance Zurich Tower Hotel, Turbinenstrasse 20, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland Gray Line Zurich
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Avoid the hassle of organizing your Switzerland itinerary and allow a guide to show you the best of the Alpine wonderland on this 6-day tour from Zurich. In between staying in 3 and 4-star accommodation, you’ll visit Swiss highlights such as the cosmopolitan cities of Lucerne, Geneva, and Berne, and admire the natural beauty of Lake Como and the Nufenen Pass. Discover the 13th-century castle of Chillon, enjoy the vineyards and orchards of Valais, and experience a cable car and cogwheel train ride in the Alps.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Transport by air-conditioned deluxe motor coach, 5 nights of accommodation in 3 and 4-star hotels, Titlis Cable car ride, Cogwheel train ride to Zermatt, Visit to a factory of delicious milk products

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Airport Transfers

Reviewed By U9943DIpaulb

During a short stay in Zurich we took a two hour city tour with headphone commentary (due to the virus there we no tour guides available). For us, at two hours the tour was just about the right length and the commentary was interesting and informative with a narrative that extended to both the city and national relevance. A word about the driver - he was friendly and just about the best bus/ coach driver I have ever experienced. He navigated the often narrow streets and turnings superbly and was courteous to other drivers and pedestrians. Whilst we thought this was quite an expensive tour, (most things in Zurich are quite expensive), we did very much enjoy it and would certainly recommend it.....

7. 3-Day Glacier Express Self-Guided Tour from Zurich

Zurich, Zurich Switzerland Travel Centre
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The entire Glacier Express journey takes around 8 hours and crosses 291 bridges, passes through 91 tunnels and climbs over the 2033 m high Oberalp pass – this is truly one of the most famous train journeys in the world.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, 1 x 2nd class train ticket, 1 x overnight stay with breakfast in Zermatt, 1 x overnight stay with breakfast in St. Moritz, 1 x Seat Reservation on the Glacier Express

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Local Taxes, A guide

Reviewed By Trip551330

Recently I had to cancel our train trip through Italy and Switzerland. I was able to obtain a refund on all the Italian train fares but no changes or refunds are permitted by Swiss rail. Swiss train fares are very high by world standards and while I appreciate the terms are non refundable, Swiss rail gives you no opportunity to purchase a refundable/changeable pass. Take care when purchasing a Swiss rail pass as plans can change.

8. Trip to Switzerland and Italy

Grand Cuvee Tours

This is perfect tour for all that would like to experience Lake Como, Zermatt and Lucerne in short time.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, accommodation in 4* hotels, Private transfers, Entrance fees as per itinerary, Guided tour per itinerary

Exclusions: International flights, Gratuities, Porterage

9. 6-Day Switzerland Tour from Lucerne including Mt. Titlis Cable Car

Schwanenplatz, Schwanenpl., 6004 Luzern, Switzerland Gray Line Zurich

Make the most of your time in Switzerland and let a professional guide arrange your time in the Alpine wonderland on this 6-day tour, departing Lucerne. In between travelling along some of the country’s most scenic Alpine routes, you’ll visit highlights such as the cosmopolitan cities of Zurich, Geneva, and Berne, and admire Lake Como and the vineyards of Valais. Take a cable car to the top of Mt. Titlis and taste chees Gruyere. Five nights’ accommodation in 3 and 4-star hotels, breakfast, and select meals are included.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport by air-conditioned deluxe motor coach, 5 nights of accommodation in 3 and 4 star hotels, Titlis Cable car ride, Cogwheel train ride to Zermatt, Visit to a factory of delicious milk products

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Airport Transfers

Reviewed By U9943DIpaulb

During a short stay in Zurich we took a two hour city tour with headphone commentary (due to the virus there we no tour guides available). For us, at two hours the tour was just about the right length and the commentary was interesting and informative with a narrative that extended to both the city and national relevance. A word about the driver - he was friendly and just about the best bus/ coach driver I have ever experienced. He navigated the often narrow streets and turnings superbly and was courteous to other drivers and pedestrians. Whilst we thought this was quite an expensive tour, (most things in Zurich are quite expensive), we did very much enjoy it and would certainly recommend it.....

10. 4-Day Glacier and Bernina Express Self-Guided Tour from Geneva

Switzerland Travel Centre

On the Glacier and Bernina Express you will travel across impressive viaducts, through winding and helical tunnels on a journey offering views of mountain lakes, steep cliffs and pristine forests.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 1 x Night stay with breakfast in St. Moritz, 1 x Night stay with breakfast in Lugano, 1 x Night stay with breakfast in Zermatt, 1 x Seat reservation on the Bernina & Glacier Express, 1 x 2nd class train ticket

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, All Fees and Taxes, A guide

Reviewed By Trip551330

Recently I had to cancel our train trip through Italy and Switzerland. I was able to obtain a refund on all the Italian train fares but no changes or refunds are permitted by Swiss rail. Swiss train fares are very high by world standards and while I appreciate the terms are non refundable, Swiss rail gives you no opportunity to purchase a refundable/changeable pass. Take care when purchasing a Swiss rail pass as plans can change.

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