Europe · Alpine & City
Switzerland in Depth
Switzerland in Depth · 11 nights
Amsterdam & Paris as Prelude. Switzerland as the Main Act.
The Journey
Most European itineraries treat Switzerland as a stopover. This itinerary inverts that logic: Amsterdam and Paris get four focused days between them, covering their essentials efficiently. Then a six-day consecutive Swiss Travel Pass takes over, and the itinerary spends real time in the high country: the Jungfraujoch, Mount Titlis, Mount Pilatus, and the lakes and valleys that connect them.
Built for families and groups who have done a fast European tour before and want this one to be different: fewer cities, more depth, a substantial Alpine chapter.
Signature Highlights
- Keukenhof Gardens
- Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe
- Mount Pilatus - World's Steepest Cogwheel Railway
- Rotterdam, Delft & Madurodam
Your Experiences
Moments shaped just for you
Keukenhof Gardens
One of the world's largest flower gardens, over seven million bulbs across 32 hectares. Open mid-March to mid-May only.
Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe
3,454m, reached by a rack railway tunnelled through the Eiger and Mönch (completed 1912). Sphinx Observatory, Ice Palace, Aletsch Glacier.
Mount Pilatus - World's Steepest Cogwheel Railway
Maximum gradient of 48%. Summit panorama takes in the Lucerne basin and surrounding peaks.
Rotterdam, Delft & Madurodam
Three versions of the Netherlands in one day: Rotterdam's reconstruction, Delft's pottery tradition, Madurodam's miniature country recreation.
Day by day
Your Itinerary
- 01Day 1 · Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Arrival in Amsterdam
Private transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the Anne Frank House (tickets subject to availability), then walk the canals of the Jordaan.
- Private airport transfer
- Anne Frank House (subject to availability)
- Evening canal-side walk
- 02Day 2 · Amsterdam & Zaanse Schans, the Netherlands
Keukenhof, Windmills and Canals
A full-day shared tour to the Keukenhof tulip gardens (open roughly mid-March to mid-May), the windmills of Zaanse Schans and a canal cruise in Amsterdam.
- Keukenhof Gardens (in season)
- Zaanse Schans windmills
- Amsterdam canal cruise
Meals:B - 03Day 3 · Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague
Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague
A day trip to Rotterdam's modern skyline and Cube Houses, Delft's blue-and-white pottery and canals, and Madurodam in The Hague, where the Netherlands is built at 1:25 scale.
- Rotterdam architecture
- Delft pottery heritage
- Madurodam miniature park
Meals:B - 04Day 4 · Paris, France
Amsterdam to Paris
High-speed train to Paris in about 3¼ hours. The rest of the day is free to settle in and walk the Seine.
- High-speed train to Paris
- Afternoon free
- Suggested: evening walk along the Seine
Meals:B - 05Day 5 · Paris, France
Paris Highlights
A hop-on hop-off pass around the city, the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower to the summit level, finishing with a cruise on the Seine.
- Hop-on hop-off pass
- Eiffel Tower summit level
- Arc de Triomphe and Seine cruise
Meals:B - 06Day 6 · Marne-la-Vallée, France
Disneyland Paris
A full day at Disneyland Paris with a two-park ticket (Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios) and shuttle transfers from central Paris.
- Two-park Disneyland Paris ticket
- Return shuttle from Paris
- Evening parade and fireworks (schedule varies)
Meals:B - 07Day 7 · Interlaken, Switzerland
Paris to Interlaken
TGV to Basel, then onward on your Swiss Travel Pass to Interlaken. Cruise Lake Thun or Lake Brienz in the afternoon, included with the pass.
- TGV Paris to Basel
- Swiss Travel Pass begins
- Lake Thun or Brienz cruise
Meals:B - 08Day 8 · Jungfrau region, Switzerland
Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe
The cogwheel railway climbs through the Eiger to the Jungfraujoch, Europe's highest railway station at 3,454 m, with views over the Aletsch Glacier, the Ice Palace and the Sphinx terrace.
- Jungfrau Railway to 3,454 m
- Aletsch Glacier views
- Ice Palace and Sphinx Observatory
Meals:B - 09Day 9 · Lucerne, Switzerland
Interlaken to Lucerne
Scenic train over the Brünig Pass to Lucerne. Walk the old town, the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge, and cruise on Lake Lucerne.
- Brünig Pass railway
- Lucerne old town and Chapel Bridge
- Lake Lucerne cruise
Meals:B - 10Day 10 · Engelberg, Switzerland
Mount Titlis
Train to Engelberg and the Rotair, the world's first revolving cable car, to the glacier station high on Mount Titlis; ride the Ice Flyer chairlift over the glacier and walk the Cliff Walk.
- Rotair revolving cable car
- Ice Flyer chairlift
- Titlis Cliff Walk
Meals:B - 11Day 11 · Lucerne, Switzerland
Mount Pilatus
The world's steepest cogwheel railway, with gradients up to 48%, climbs Mount Pilatus from Alpnachstad (May to November). Return by gondola and cable car to Kriens for a full circuit.
- Pilatus cogwheel railway (seasonal)
- Summit viewpoints over Lake Lucerne
- Optional cable car descent to Kriens
Meals:B - 12Day 12 · Zurich, Switzerland
Departure from Zurich
Check out and travel to Zurich airport, about an hour from Lucerne, for your flight home.
- Train to Zurich airport
- Late check-out on request
Meals:B
Inclusions
- 12 Days / 11 Nights
- 6-Day Swiss Travel Pass
- Mt. Jungfrau - Titlis - Pilatus
- 3-Star Comfort
- Family Friendly
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 six consecutive days on the Swiss Pass rather than three?+
Three of Switzerland's most significant mountain excursions, Jungfraujoch, Titlis, Pilatus, each deserve a full day, and additional pass days allow unhurried movement between Interlaken and Lucerne.
Is this itinerary suitable for families with teenagers?+
Very much so; this exact itinerary was built for a family of three adults and a 15-year-old. Disneyland Paris, mountain excursions, and lake cruises all work well across a wide age range.
What happens if Keukenhof is closed for our travel dates?+
Keukenhof operates mid-March to mid-May. If dates fall outside, we substitute additional Amsterdam time or an alternative full-day excursion.
Is the Jungfraujoch accessible for those with limited mobility?+
Railway and viewing platforms are wheelchair and mobility-aid accessible, though high altitude (3,454m) can affect those with respiratory or cardiac conditions. Consult a physician before this excursion if relevant.
Is the Jungfraujoch worth the cost?+
On a clear day, yes: it is one of the great Alpine experiences. Go early, check the forecast, and spend at least two hours at the top. On a cloudy day, Schilthorn or First may be better value.
Titlis, Pilatus or Jungfraujoch?+
If you can only do one, choose the Jungfraujoch for its glacier views. Titlis is best for snow play year-round, and Pilatus for the cogwheel railway and lake views. Most of our itineraries include two.
Will we get altitude sickness?+
Some people feel breathless or light-headed at 3,000 m and above. Move slowly, drink water and come down if you feel unwell. Speak to your doctor if you have heart or lung conditions.
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