Things to do in Swiss Alps, Switzerland: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

During this private guided tour we will go to Switzerland, Verzasca Valley to see Verzasca river in this part of Switzerland, the colour of the water of this river is fantastic, the river is considered the Seychelles of Switzerland. During the guided tour, you will see Swiss typical villages along the river then we will stop at Verzasca old bridge where we will go waliking to the riverside where if you like if you are brave, you can take a bath in the cold water! You will also see a splendid waterfall where is also possible to swim for a few minutes due to the very cold water. We will proceed to the end of the valley to the latest town to see a big waterfall. This is a private guided tour for your group only or only for you if you are a single tourist.

Inclusions: guided tour with professional tour leader

Exclusions: food and drinks

A must for a visit in Switzerland is Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe in the Bernese Alps, connecting the two four-thousander peaks Jungfrau and Mönch, at an elevation of 3,466 metres (11,371 ft) above sea level. It’s part of the Jungfrau-Aletsch area, belonging to the Unesco world heritage site. A aerial cableway and a coghwheel train connects the Jungfraujoch with Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. Since 1912, this fantastic glacier world is accessible by coghwheel train. The tour begins with the travel from your starting point by train to Interlaken in the Bernese Oberland, where the Jungfrau railway line starts. It is a varied tour with a constantly changing landscape up to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe with the highest train station in Europe. At the Top of Europe, your guide will take you on a tour through the attractions like the Sphinx terrace, the viewing platform, the Alpine sensation exhibition and the Ice cave. The building include several panoramic restaurants and shops.

Inclusions: all taxes, fees and handling charges, local tourguide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only, all transportation fees, seat reservation at Jungfrau railway for your comfort, your own booklet about your tour

Exclusions: food and drinks, personal expenses during the tour

During our historical 2 hours walking tour you will learn about the long history of the city, visit the main attractions (St. Lawrence Cathedral, St. Maria degli Angioli Church, LAC, the Riforma Square and the Ciani park). You will walk through the beautiful narrow streets of the old city and along the picturesque lake shore. We introduce you into the history of Switzerland and explain what this country is famous for. You will receive a full information about what else you can visit in the region in order to optimise your stay in Lugano.

Inclusions: Experienced guide

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This full-day tour will show you the most important attractions of Como and Lugano like the Cathedral, the San Fedele Church, the Roman city walls and towers in Como and the Cathedral, the Old town, the Parco Ciani and Casino in Lugano. We will start with the 2h walking tour in Como, then we will have 1 hour free time for lunch. At 2.30 p.m. we will part for Lugano from the San Giovanni train station with the comfortable train, the duration of the trip is 35 minutes (the train tickets are not included in the price). In Lugano we will continue with the 2h walking tour (Santa Maria degli Angeli Church, LAC, Lungolago, Cathedral) and take a funicular to return to the train station (the price of the funicular ticket is included). You will have also some free time in Lugano to visit the shopping area or to have a cup of coffee. At about 5 p.m. we will take the train to Como and finish our tour at 6 p.m. in Como. For a better experience the tour is limited to maximum 6 participants.

Inclusions: Live guide, Funicular ticket Lugano city centre - Lugano Train Station

Exclusions: Round trip train ticket Como - Lugano (20€)

Travel on the worldwide known "Glacier-Express-Train" with your private tour guide, just you and your guide! Enjoy a round trip by train and spend four hours on the panoramic coach from Chur to Brig, crossing 291 bridges, passing 91 tunnels and climb up to approximately 7000 feet (2033m) above sea level by train. Enjoy the travel on the Glacier-Express while passing spectacular valleys and mountains. According your preferences, a short walk around in Chur or Brig can take place (while transfer times to/from Glacier Express) Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, shows you the changing landscape and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.

Inclusions: local tourguide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only, Headphones on board the train, Your own booklet with information about the journey, Assigned seating on the Glacier Express route Chur-Brig, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch

Leave Milan on an air conditioned coach and in just one hour you are in Como visiting the historic center and have a boat cruise if one hour. The tour continues with a panoramic coach ride on the side of Lake Como, admire the lakeside villas and the breath-taking scenery before cross the Swiss border and arriving in Lugano. On arrival, you will have free time for lunch and get to know the most elegant and popular spots of the city: Via Nassa (formerly the place where the women of the city used to weaver the nets for the fishermen and now a sophisticated shopping street), and at the shoreside see Casinò Lugano.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned coach, Professional tour guide, Boat trip across Lake Como

Exclusions: Food and drink, Gratuities

During this guided tour you will see the Town of Lugano and the Town of Morcote, Switzerland: Lugano the Swiss pearl in the Canton Ticino region, we will see Luini’s famous fresco inside the church of St. Mary, then we will walk along Via Nassa, famous fashion street of Lugano, we will see the cathedral of Lugano with its 15th century frescoes. We will get down the hill to see the city hall and walking along the lakeside we will see Ciani's park and the casino of Lugano from outside. We will go back to via Nassa and we will go to the town of Morcote: Morcote is one of the most beautiful village in Switzerland, it is a town surrounded by the nature divided from the lake in front of the town and the hills just behind it.You will enjoy Morcote a calm and relaxing town close to the most famous Lugano town. This is a private guided tour for your group only or if you are a single tourist only for you. Please specify if you need any transfer to reach Lugano we can provide with it.

Inclusions: private guided tour with professional tour guide speaking your language, transfer from Lugano to Morcote included

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Discover what makes the Italian Alps a favorite vacation destination for the rich and famous. Just an hour outside Milan, stunning lakes, fabulous villas and charming Alpine towns await – and you can experience them all in one blissful day. Cruise beautiful Lake Como in comfort. Enjoy free time in Bellagio, the “pearl of Lake Como”. Then cross the border to visit Lugano, “the Monte Carlo of Switzerland”.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Headsets, if needed, Lake Como cruise

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

A must for a visit in Switzerland is Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe in the Bernese Alps, connecting the two four-thousander peaks Jungfrau and Mönch, at an elevation of 3,466 metres (11,371 ft) above sea level. It’s part of the Jungfrau-Aletsch area, belonging to the Unesco world heritage site. A aerial cableway and a coghwheel train connects the Jungfraujoch with Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen. Since 1912, this fantastic glacier world is accessible by coghwheel train. The tour begins with the travel from Interlaken to Grindelwald, where the Jungfrau railway line starts. It is a varied tour with a constantly changing landscape up to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe with the highest train station in Europe. At the Top of Europe, your guide will take you on a tour through the attractions like the Sphinx terrace, the viewing platform, the Alpine sensation exhibition and the Ice cave. The building include several panoramic restaurants and shops.

Inclusions: all taxes, fees and handling charges, local tourguide operated by Swiss Travel Guide for your party only, all transportation fees, seat reservation at Jungfrau railway for your comfort, hotel pick-up in Interlaken

Exclusions: food and drinks, personal expenses during the tour

Take a ride on the Bernina Express, the iconic red Swiss mountain train, along one of the world’s most spectacular railway routes, an UNESCO world heritage site.Travel across the Swiss Alps along the Bernina Pass to the exclusive resort of St. Moritz; the 'Top of the World' then enjoy free time to explore the glamorous mountain town before your return to Milan.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup, Bernina train ticket (2nd class)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel drop-off