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Swiss Alps & Paris Escape
Swiss Alps & Paris Escape · 11 nights
The Alps First. Paris and Amsterdam to Close.
The Journey
There is a particular kind of traveller for whom Switzerland is not a stopover but the destination, and Paris and Amsterdam the reward at the end of it. The Swiss Travel Pass activates on day one, in Lucerne: the Lion Monument, the Chapel Bridge, Mount Titlis with the Ice Flyer, before moving through Zurich's old town and the Rhine Falls, and into the Bernese Oberland's most cinematic villages. Paris follows with its own dedicated chapter, including the option of Versailles, before Amsterdam closes the journey on its canals.
Signature Highlights
- Mount Titlis from Day Two
- Rhine Falls
- Palace of Versailles
- Musée de l'Illusion, Paris
Your Experiences
Moments shaped just for you
Palace of Versailles
Louis XIV's monument to absolute monarchy; the Hall of Mirrors and formal gardens extend across hundreds of hectares.
Mount Titlis from Day Two
The headline Alpine excursion delivered early: the Rotair's full rotation during ascent, the Ice Flyer over the glacier.
Rhine Falls
Europe's largest waterfall by volume near Schaffhausen; optional boat ride brings you close enough to feel the spray.
Musée de l'Illusion, Paris
A fun departure from Paris's solemn landmarks: optical illusions, infinity rooms, photo opportunities. Subject to availability.
Day by day
Your Itinerary
- 01Day 1 · Lucerne region, Switzerland
Arrival in Switzerland
Private transfer from Zurich airport to your hotel near Lucerne. The Swiss Travel Pass starts today.
- Private airport transfer
- Swiss Travel Pass activated
- Evening by Lake Lucerne
- 02Day 2 · Lucerne & Engelberg, Switzerland
Lucerne and Mount Titlis
Lucerne's old town, the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge, and a cruise on Lake Lucerne. In the afternoon, the Rotair revolving cable car up Mount Titlis and the Ice Flyer over the glacier.
- Lucerne old town and Chapel Bridge
- Lake Lucerne cruise
- Mount Titlis by Rotair and Ice Flyer
Meals:B - 03Day 3 · Zurich & Schaffhausen, Switzerland
Zurich and the Rhine Falls
By train to Zurich for the old town, the Grossmünster, the Fraumünster and the Lindenhof viewpoint, then the Rhine Falls, Europe's most powerful waterfall, with an optional boat to the rock in the middle.
- Zurich old town and Lindenhof
- Rhine Falls
- Optional boat ride to the central rock
Meals:B - 04Day 4 · Interlaken & Grindelwald, Switzerland
Villages of the Bernese Oberland
Cruise Lake Thun or Lake Brienz, then explore Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen beneath the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
- Lake Thun or Brienz cruise
- Grindelwald village
- Lauterbrunnen's waterfall valley
Meals:B - 05Day 5 · Paris, France
Switzerland to Paris
Morning train from Basel to Paris Gare de Lyon, about three hours. The rest of the day is free.
- Train Basel to Paris, about 3 hours
- Afternoon free
- Suggested: Le Marais or the Seine banks
Meals:B - 06Day 6 · Paris, France
Paris Highlights
A hop-on hop-off pass, the Eiffel Tower to the summit level, a Seine cruise and the Musée de l'Illusion.
- Hop-on hop-off pass
- Eiffel Tower summit level
- Seine cruise and Musée de l'Illusion
Meals:B - 07Day 7 · Versailles, France
The Palace of Versailles
A full-day excursion with shuttle transfers from central Paris to Versailles: the Hall of Mirrors, the royal apartments and the gardens.
- Shuttle from central Paris
- Hall of Mirrors and State Apartments
- Versailles gardens
Meals:B - 08Day 8 · Paris, France
A Second Day Out of Paris
Another full day with shuttle transfers, usually Disneyland Paris; the exact excursion is confirmed when you book.
- Full-day excursion with shuttle
- Disneyland Paris or similar
- Evening free
Meals:B - 09Day 9 · Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Paris to Amsterdam
High-speed train to Amsterdam in about 3½ hours. The evening is free to explore the canals.
- High-speed train to Amsterdam
- Evening free on the canals
Meals:B - 10Day 10 · Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Amsterdam by Canal
A hop-on hop-off pass with a canal cruise through the UNESCO-listed canal ring, past the Golden Age merchants' houses.
- Hop-on hop-off pass
- Canal cruise
- Suggested: Anne Frank House or the Jordaan
Meals:B - 11Day 11 · Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Amsterdam Your Way
A free day to explore independently. Our suggestions: the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum, the Albert Cuyp market, or a bike ride along the Amstel.
- Rijksmuseum or Van Gogh Museum (own arrangement)
- Albert Cuyp market
- Cycling along the Amstel
Meals:B - 12Day 12 · Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Departure from Amsterdam
Transfer to Amsterdam Schiphol airport for your flight home.
- Transfer to Schiphol airport
- Late check-out on request
Meals:B
Inclusions
- 12 Days / 11 Nights
- Swiss Pass from Day 1
- Versailles Included
- Disneyland Paris
- Couples & Small Groups
Not included
- International airfare unless explicitly mentioned
- Visa fees, travel insurance and personal expenses
- Meals and experiences not listed
- Gratuities for guides, drivers and hotel staff
Transfers
- Private airport transfers and inter-city ground movement
- Meet-and-greet at every airport with a dedicated host
Visa & Documentation
- Visa guidance provided by our documentation desk
- Passport valid for 6+ months recommended
Common Questions
Why start in Switzerland rather than ending there?+
Sequencing changes the emotional arc of a trip; starting with the Alps means the most physically dramatic days happen while energy is highest.
Is the Versailles day trip very crowded?+
Versailles is one of France's most visited sites; crowds are a genuine factor, particularly in summer. We schedule entry with shuttle transfer to manage timing efficiently.
Are hotel and train bookings already confirmed in this itinerary?+
For itineraries quoted with specific dates and named hotels marked 'Booked,' yes, these reflect confirmed reservations rather than provisional holds.
Can the Musée de l'Illusion be swapped for something else?+
Certainly, it can be replaced with the Catacombs, the Musée d'Orsay, or a Montmartre walking tour.
Is twelve days too rushed for four countries?+
It is busy but not frantic: two or three nights in each place, with train journeys of three to five hours. Travellers who want more time often add a night in Paris or Lucerne.
Can we add Disneyland Paris?+
Yes. It is 40 minutes from central Paris by train. We suggest adding a night so you do not lose the Eiffel Tower and Seine evening.
Is this suitable for older travellers?+
Yes. There is some walking in old towns and stations, but porters, taxis and luggage transfers can be arranged, and the mountain excursions are by cable car and train.
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