Incredible alpine scenery, wonderful hikes and quaint towns
Rolling hills carpeted with spring flowers, white slopes dotted with charming villages, the majestic snow-capped peaks of the Alps, and lively cities steeped in history – Switzerland is an exhilarating destination whatever time of year you visit.
From a scenic point of view, Switzerland is remarkable, and there’s so much to see. Just one of the incredible ways to take in the beauty of this country is by rail. Watch the breathtaking scenery glide past from the comfort of a luxury train.
With such an epic landscape, outdoor enthusiasts are spoilt for choice in Switzerland. Skiing and snowboarding are the things to do in winter. Over the glorious summer months the country is renowned for on and off-road cycling, as well as its countless kilometres of spectacular hiking trails.
All of this activity prepares you for a spot of culinary indulgence, with exquisite cuisine inspired by neighbouring France, Germany and Italy. Switzerland’s hearty national specialities include as fondue, raclette and rösti. And of course, there’s the chocolate.
Picturesque cities such as Zurich, Bern, Lucerne, Basel and Lugano are well worth your time too, each have their own distinct regional characters and histories, hosting modern art galleries and fabulous shopping, particularly for those after Swiss-made watches.
Highlights
Ride a funicular to the top of the Klein-Matterhorn and appreciate the sheer beauty of its towering neighbour.
Take a trip to Schaffhausen to see the spectacular Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall in Europe.
The countryside is full of picturesque chalets and historic castles waiting to be explored.
Visit Zurich’s historic old town and learn about the numerous famous tenants.
Take a boat out on one of Switzerland’s many beautiful lakes: Lake Zurich, Lake Geneva or Lake Lucerne are firm favourites.
Kit Wong
Travel Designer
Switzerland feels straight from a fairytale. With stunning scenery, friendly people and food you'll dream about long after you've eaten it, Switzerland feels near perfection.
Kit Wong
Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Switzerland
Why book with Jacada?
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.
Responsible travel
Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.
Trip Inspiration
Whatever you want from your Switzerland tour, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
Where to go
Basel
Perched along the iconic River Rhine, Basel is a historic city home to world-class museums, galleries and some cutting-edge contemporary architecture.
Discover moreBern and the Bernese Oberland
A city steeped in history and legend, Bern is a beautiful time capsule dating back to the late 12th century.
Discover moreGeneva
Snow-dusted peaks and brilliant green hills reflect off the smooth surface of Lake Geneva. Small villages wait to be discovered on the shoreline, while at the southern tip of the lake, the French-speaking city of Geneva entices with a fascinating history and vibrant culture.
Discover moreGstaad
Located near the Alpine passes in one of Switzerland’s most beautiful regions, Gstaad is a small village known for its high-profile guests, luxury hotels and high-end restaurants.
Discover moreLake Lucerne
Forested slopes roll down to the still turquoise waters of Lake Lucerne, snow-capped mountains soaring towards the sky in the distance and quaint villages peppering the shoreline.
Discover moreJungfraujoch and Interlaken
Jungfraujoch is a glacial pass found between the Jungfrau and Mönch mountains in the Bernese Alps. The heights themselves are visible from far away, displaying their awesome power with snowy peaks reaching high into the skies above.
Discover moreJura and the Three Lakes
In Switzerland’s northwest, reaching out into France, the Canton of Jura is characterised by green pastures and sweeping hills and forested mountains, with winding rivers punctuated by medieval towns.
Discover moreLausanne and Montreux
Nestled on the northern banks of Lake Geneva, Lausanne is a hilly city in the canton of Vaud. Set on a series of terraces, the charming old town sits at the top with the former fishing village of Ouchy at the bottom.
Discover moreSouth Western Switzerland
South Western Switzerland is a sublime corner of the country, crowned by the Italy-bordering Matterhorn whose iconic peak towers above the town of Zermatt.
Discover moreSt. Moritz
With backdrops of breath-taking forests blanketed in snow, and dramatic peaks cutting into cobalt skies, lakeside St. Moritz is as picturesque an alpine destination as you could imagine.
Discover moreTicino
Populated by great mountains and vast blue lakes, the enduring beauty of Ticino is one of old-world charm, but it certainly isn’t lacking in modern glitz and glamour.
Discover moreZurich
This majestic city stands proudly on the lower end of Lake Zurich, decorative spires piercing the clear sky.
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When to visit
Switzerland is a year-round destination.
In winter it is a mecca for skiiers, and there are plenty of winter hikes and snowshowing activities on offer.
In spring and summer the meadows fill with wild flowers and the lakes look exceptionally beautiful.
Sightseeing
Year Round
Winter Break
December–April
Hiking
April–September
Plan your trip to Switzerland
Whatever you want from your adventure in Switzerland, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
Jacada tailored a vacation to Switzerland for us that met all of our expectations and more. Our hotels were beautiful and centrally located, our guides and excursions were all amazing, and the logistics went off pretty much without a hitch. We would definitely book another trip with Jacada.
Great customer care and personalized experiences!
Kate and the rest of the Jacada team have done a fabulous job in planning and executing our Christmas trip to Switzerland. Last year they did an extensive trip of Asia for us. No detail is to small. Each trip has special experiences. They use wonderful tour guides and provide great information prior to leaving
Really great trip and every detail was perfectly planned! Thanks!!
"B+" When Jacada is at its best, it is truly a magical experience. It is not easy setting up dozens of interfaces and events and both Em and Melania did this very well. They cared deeply about pleasing us. Perfection is difficult to achieve though and I don't see that they have 100% control over all their partners and misc.…
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