Europe · Mountains & City
Swiss Meadows & Parisian Light
Lucerne · Montreux · Paris · 9 nights
Nine nights from Lucerne to Paris, paced around the days that matter.
The Journey
Nine nights across three stops: Lucerne for three nights, Montreux for three and Paris for three. Every transfer between them is private and timed around the day's plan.
The days are built around Mount Pilatus Round Trip; Château de Chillon and the Lake; The Louvre and the Right Bank; and Old Town, Lion and the Lake. Each one is set out below with what you will see, how you get there and which meals are included.
The defining moment of this route: golden Pass panoramic rail into the vineyards. Your travel specialist can add a night, swap a day or change the order before you book.
Signature Highlights
- Golden Pass panoramic rail into the vineyards
- Mount Pilatus Round Trip, Lucerne
- Old Town, Lion and the Lake, Lucerne
- Château de Chillon and the Lake, Montreux
- Lavaux Vineyard Terraces, Montreux
- The Louvre and the Right Bank, Paris
Your Experiences
Moments shaped just for you
Mount Pilatus Round Trip, Lucerne
The classic golden round trip: boat across the lake, the world's steepest cogwheel railway up Pilatus in summer, and cable cars back down to Kriens.
Old Town, Lion and the Lake, Lucerne
The medieval walls and Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument carved into the rock face, and a lake steamer to a shoreline village.
The Louvre and the Right Bank, Paris
A timed-entry morning at the Louvre with a guide who takes one coherent route rather than a sprint between famous paintings. Afterwards, walk the Tuileries, the Palais-Royal arcades and the streets behind the Opéra. Note the Louvre is closed on Tuesdays, so the day is scheduled around that.
Left Bank, Orsay and Saint-Germain, Paris
The Musée d'Orsay's Impressionist floors in the morning, then Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the Luxembourg Gardens and the bookshops of the 6th on foot. A relaxed day with more walking than driving.
Day by day
Your Itinerary
- 01Day 1 · Lucerne
Arrival in Lucerne
Arrive at Zurich airport, about an hour by road or train to Lucerne and transfer privately to your base. Time today to cross the Chapel Bridge and walk the lakefront before dinner.
- Private transfer via Zurich airport
- Cross the Chapel Bridge and walk the lakefront before dinner
- Time to settle in before dinner
Meals:D - 02Day 2 · Lucerne
Mount Pilatus Round Trip
The classic golden round trip: boat across the lake, the world's steepest cogwheel railway up Pilatus in summer, and cable cars back down to Kriens.
- Lake steamer to Alpnachstad
- Pilatus cogwheel railway (May-November)
- Cable car descent to Kriens
Meals:BL - 03Day 3 · Lucerne
Old Town, Lion and the Lake
The medieval walls and Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument carved into the rock face, and a lake steamer to a shoreline village.
- Chapel Bridge and Musegg walls
- Lion Monument
- Lake Lucerne steamer
Meals:B - 04Day 4 · Montreux
Lucerne to Montreux
Take the Luzern–Interlaken Express over the Brünig Pass, then the GoldenPass Express on to Montreux. On arrival, walk the flower-lined lake promenade towards Chillon.
- Take the Luzern–Interlaken Express over the Brünig Pass, then the GoldenPass Express on to Montreux
- Walk the flower-lined lake promenade towards Chillon
- Timings reconfirmed locally the day before
Meals:B - 05Day 5 · Montreux
Château de Chillon and the Lake
The island castle at the lake's eastern end, one of Switzerland's most visited historic buildings, reached on foot along the shore or by boat.
- Château de Chillon
- Belle époque lake steamer
- Montreux promenade and Freddie Mercury statue
Meals:BL - 06Day 6 · Montreux
Lavaux Vineyard Terraces
The UNESCO-listed terraces between Montreux and Lausanne, walked between villages with two Chasselas tastings along the way.
- Lavaux terrace walk
- Two winegrower tastings
- Saint-Saphorin or Rivaz village
Meals:BL - 07Day 7 · Paris
Montreux to Paris
Travel to Paris by direct flight or high-speed train into Gare de Lyon or Gare du Nord. On arrival, walk your quarter, cross to the Seine quays and keep the first evening light.
- Travel to Paris by direct flight or high-speed train into Gare de Lyon or Gare du Nord
- Walk your quarter, cross to the Seine quays and keep the first evening light
- Timings reconfirmed locally the day before
Meals:B - 08Day 8 · Paris
The Louvre and the Right Bank
A timed-entry morning at the Louvre with a guide who takes one coherent route rather than a sprint between famous paintings. Afterwards, walk the Tuileries, the Palais-Royal arcades and the streets behind the Opéra. Note the Louvre is closed on Tuesdays, so the day is scheduled around that.
- Timed-entry Louvre visit with an art historian
- Tuileries and Palais-Royal on foot
- Afternoon in the Marais or Saint-Honoré
Meals:BL - 09Day 9 · Paris
Left Bank, Orsay and Saint-Germain
The Musée d'Orsay's Impressionist floors in the morning, then Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the Luxembourg Gardens and the bookshops of the 6th on foot. A relaxed day with more walking than driving.
- Musée d'Orsay with reserved entry
- Luxembourg Gardens and Saint-Sulpice
- Rue de Buci food shops and cafés
Meals:BL - 10Day 10 · Paris
Departure from Paris
A last coffee and a walk to a nearby market street before checking out. Private transfer to Paris Charles de Gaulle or Orly in good time for your onward flight.
- A last coffee and a walk to a nearby market street before checking out
- Late check-out arranged where the hotel allows it
- Private departure transfer
Meals:B
Inclusions
- Handpicked luxury accommodations across the journey
- Daily breakfast; select lunches and dinners as noted
- Private airport transfers and inter-city ground movement
- Curated experiences and reserved access as listed
- 24×7 on-trip concierge from our India desk
Not included
- International airfare unless explicitly mentioned
- Visa fees, travel insurance and personal expenses
- Meals and experiences not listed in the itinerary
- Gratuities for guides, drivers and hotel staff
- Anything of a personal nature (spa, minibar, laundry)
Transfers
- Private arrival and departure transfers with a named driver
- Moves between stops by private car, rail, ferry or domestic flight, as shown day by day
- Timings reconfirmed with you the evening before each transfer
Visa & Documentation
- Visa guidance provided by our documentation desk
- Recommended to hold passport valid for 6+ months
- Digital pre-arrival forms handled on your behalf where possible
Common Questions
What is the GoldenPass route?+
A scenic rail route from Lucerne over the Brünig Pass to Interlaken, continuing on the GoldenPass Express through the Simmental and Saanenland to Montreux.
Do we need two visas for Switzerland and France?+
No. Both are in the Schengen area, so one Schengen visa covers the trip.
How do we get from Montreux to Paris?+
By TGV Lyria from Lausanne, a short hop from Montreux, about four hours in total.
How far in advance should we book?+
Three to four months ahead gives the widest choice of rooms and guided days, and more for school holidays, festivals and peak season. Shorter notice is often possible; ask and we will check live availability.
Can the itinerary be customised?+
Yes. Every journey is a starting point: add or remove nights, swap a day's plan, change hotels or reorder the route, and your travel specialist re-plans the whole trip around it.
What is the payment schedule?+
Your quote sets out the deposit that confirms the booking and the date the balance is due. Both depend on the hotels, airlines and guides involved, so they are agreed with you before you pay anything.
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