Private/Group Tour Highlights
- After a day of exploring the city of Lausanne with some wine tasting and savoring of local dishes with some small bites, enjoy dinner on a terrace with a stunning lake view.
- Enjoy the best view from your VIP seats in the front row of the scenic ‘Golden Pass’ train ride to Gstaad where you will partake in Glacier 3000 Adventure.
- Take in stunning panoramic views with a walk on the only suspension bridge worldwide connecting two mountain peaks.
- Partake in a private excursion to a family run wine cellar in the Ticinos wine region to taste the local Merlot wine
- Savor local flavor with a cruise and cooking excursion on Lake Lugano where you will learn to prepare a typical Ticinese meal with the help of an experienced Chef.
- Have the opportunity to create our own chocolate bar with a visit to the new Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum.
Tour Overview
Savor the authentic flavors of Switzerland with a culinary journey through Zurich, Lausanne, Berne, and Lugano with Yampu Tours Switzerland for Wine & Food Lovers Tour.
Upon arrival to Lausanne, the gastro experience begins with a wineful journey through the stunning vineyard terraces of the Lavaux. From there, travelers board the ‘Golden Pass’ for a scenic train ride to Gstaad for a self-guided glacier adventure. After an exhilarating mountain experience, the tour takes to the city of Berne where cheese lovers can indulge in tasting some of the world’s most famous cheese after learning Emmentaler, with an optional dairy show tour.
To pair with Berne’s stupendous cheese tasting, travelers will then continue to Lugano for a private wine tasting tour. Known for blending Swiss efficiency with the sunny charm of Italy, Lugano will surely provide a vibrant experience to any Switzerland food tour. With stays close to Lake Lugano, travelers will enjoy a lively cruise and cooking excursion, taking in the wonderful views of Lugano while preparing a typical Ticinese meal with a local chef.
The delectable Switzerland food tour comes to an end in Zurich to finish off a lovely gastronomic experience with a bit of dessert at the new Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum. Here, a massive chocolate fountain greets visitors to partake in interactive multimedia exhibitions, while chocolate connoisseurs can create their very own chocolate bar.
Inclusions
Exclusions
International airfare (unless specifically included), airport departure taxes that must be paid on-site, gratuities, meals not mentioned, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages with meals, early / late check-out, room service, visa fees/services and other personal items or services not mentioned.
Package Price: From £$ 5297
Prices shown above are per person. Hotel categories do not adhere strictly to international ratings; Yampu has evaluated the hotels according to destination and availability. Prices include local airfare (where applicable), hotel accommodation including daily breakfast; all transfers with baggage handling, all guided tours in English and all entrance fees.
Please note that prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonality, especially during the holiday season from December 20th through January 5th each year. Please contact a Yampu Travel Specialist for more information on best times to travel.
Trip Type:
All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!
Tour Itinerary
International Flight to Switzerland
Overnight International Flight to Geneva, Switzerland.
Overnight International Flight to Geneva, Switzerland.
Welcome to Switzerland!
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Upon arrival to Geneva Airport, you will be met for a private transfer to the hotel in Lausanne (approx. 1 hour). Time at leisure. Overnight in Lausanne.
Lausanne, the second-largest city on Lake Geneva, combines a dynamic commercial town with the locality of a holiday resort. The capital of the canton of Vaud is also a lively university and convention town. Home to the International Olympic Committee headquarters, as well as the Olympic Museum and lakeshore Olympic Park, sports and culture are given a high profile in the Olympic capital. Away from the lake, the hilly old city has medieval, shop-lined streets and a 12th-century Gothic cathedral with an ornate facade.
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Self-Guided Lausanne Panoramic Bus Tour
Explore Lausanne on your own. In the afternoon, you will be picked up at the hotel to tour the city in a panoramic minibus with open roof through the stunning vineyard terraces of the Lavaux, including wine tasting with finger food. In the evening, enjoy dinner on a terrace with a stunning lake view. Overnight in Lausanne.
Explore Lausanne on your own. In the afternoon, you will be picked up at the hotel to tour the city in a panoramic minibus with open roof through the stunning vineyard terraces of the Lavaux, including wine tasting with finger food. In the evening, enjoy dinner on a terrace with a stunning lake view. Overnight in Lausanne.
Lausanne - Gstaad - Berne
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At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and transferred to the train station to board the train to Gstaad.
You will travel by train directly to Montreux where you board the ‘Golden Pass’ for a scenic train ride to Gstaad. You will be enjoying the best view from your VIP seats in the front row of the train. From there you will begin the Self-Guided Glacier 3000 Adventure.
Upon exiting the train in Gstaad, you will take the postal bus to Col du Pillon where the cable car starts. Here, the Peak Walk by Tissot is the highlight: you may walk on the only suspension bridge worldwide connecting two mountain peaks. Return to Gstaad and continue to Berne via train.
Upon arrival to Berne, you will be met at the train station and transferred to your hotel.
Berne is known as the city of fountains. Around its historic center are dozens of them, some are beautiful while others are just down right bizarre (such as the child-eating ogre). Many date back over 500 years.
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Self-Guided Berne City Tour
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Explore Berne's old town on your own with its arcades and iconic clock tower, belonging to the UNESCO World Heritage. Ask your Yampu Tour consultant about optional tours on this day, including a private half-day excursion of the Emmental where you will find a myriad of experiences in between rolling hills, rugged valleys and green meadows. In the afternoon, we suggest an optional visit of the Emmentaler show dairy to learn how cheese is made and sample some Emmentaler. Your guide will show you some scenic places in this original valley. Overnight in Berne. ...read less
Berne - Lugano, Private Lugano Wine Tasting Tour
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At the appropriate time, walk the short distance to the nearby Berne train station on your own to board the train to Lugano (approx. 3-hours).
Upon arrival to Lugano, you will be met at the train station and transferred to your hotel.
Lugano is known for blending Swiss efficiency with the sunny charm of Italy along the steeply pitched shores of a postcard-perfect alpine lake that reaches deep into both countries.
After settling in, enjoy a private excursion with driver to a family run wine cellar in Mendrisiotto, Ticinos wine region. You will visit the winery and taste the local Merlot wine. Upon return to Lugano, you will have time to explore on your own and stroll through the old town with its "Italianita". Overnight in Lugano.
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Sugarloaf Mountain & Lugano Cooking Excursion
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In the morning, walk the short distance to the nearby bus station for a direct bus ride to Paradiso for a fun excursion by funicular to the top of the "Sugarloaf Mountain" of San Salvatore for amazing views overlooking Lake Lugano. (Direct bus from downtown to Paradiso, then walk 100 yards.)
In the afternoon, enjoy a cruise and cooking excursion on Lake Lugano to a typical Grotto on the opposite shore. First you enjoy a drink on the terrace while taking in the wonderful views of Lugano. Afterwards, with the help of an experienced Chef, prepare a typical Ticinese meal, such as risotto, to be enjoyed accompanied by a glass of local Merlot wine. Overnight in Lugano. ...read less
Lugano - Zurich, Lake Zurich to Kilchberg Cruise Tour
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At the appropriate, you will be met at your hotel and take a short walk to the nearby train station to board the train to Zurich (approx. 2-hours).
Upon arrival to Zurich, you will be met at the train station by a local Yampu representative for a short walk to your hotel.
Zurich is an upmarket banking city and the financial capital of Switzerland. It, therefore, comes as no surprise that it's often labelled as the most expensive city in the world. Zurich is famous for luxurious lifestyles, high-end shopping, and fancy chocolates.
Once settled in, you will walk to the nearby pier to enjoy a cruise on Lake Zurich to Kilchberg where you visit the new Lindt Home of Chocolate Museum with a huge chocolate fountain, interactive multimedia exhibition, cafe and Lindt Chocolate Shop. Here we will have the opportunity to create our own chocolate bar. After our fill of chocolate, we will enjoy some free time at leisure before returning to the pier for a short walk to the hotel. Overnight in Zurich.
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International Flight Home
At the appropriate time you will be met at your hotel and privately transferred to the airport for your flight.
At the appropriate time you will be met at your hotel and privately transferred to the airport for your flight.
Lausanne, Switzerland
Berne, Switzerland
Lugano, Switzerland
Zürich, Switzerland
Places You'll See
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Lausanne
A truly elegant city, Lausanne is a short distance from Geneva. Its hillside setting on Lake Geneva facing the Alps is truly spectacular. The Swiss Hotel School is located here, as well as the International Olympic Committee headquarters, which has a fascinating Museum on the Olympics with all kinds of exhibits and a library of Olympic videos. Its southern exposure on the Lake gives it a wonderful climate for all kinds of vegetation. Ouchy is the city’s marina, which is beautiful and has excellent restaurants and fantastic yachts. The best beach is Vidy, where bikes and skates can be rented to explore the walkways along the Lake.
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Berne
Berne is the capital of Switzerland with beautifully retained historic features and plenty of activities. As a medieval city, Berne was originally founded in 1191 and built around the Aare River. Since then, Berne has managed to successfully maintain its old town which is today a UNESCO World Heritage site. The many fountains, sandstone facades, narrow streets, and historic towers add to Berne’s unique charm. Being centrally located in the heart of Switzerland, Berne is known as the gateway to the Alps. With a dense rail network and direct connections to other European cities, Berne is the perfect base for further excursions.
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Lugano
Lugano is part of the Italian speaking canton of Ticino and a natural gateway to Switzerland’s southern region. This attractive city is situated next to Lake Lugano and surrounded by beautiful rolling hills and mountains. The city’s colorful vegetation and Swiss Italian culture have inspired artists, writers, and poets for centuries. The Italian creativity in combination with Swiss efficiency makes Lugano a truly vibrant destination for any vacation.
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Zurich
Zurich is a vibrant city nestling beside Lake Zurich and along River Limmat. Its proximity to the Alps and other Swiss cities makes it an excellent hub to enjoy leisure activities and begin any tour of Switzerland. Considered Switzerland’s most important financial, industrial and commercial center, Zurich also offers gastronomy for all tastes and preferences with a night life that is equally exciting. There is a broad cultural scene, from art in public spaces to festivals to established Zurich museums and theatres. The Opera House and the Tonhalle Orchestra attract stars of world stature on the classical music scene.
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4 Star Properties
Hotel Angleterre
Lausanne , SWITZERLAND
Dating back to the 18th century and renovated in 2002, the Angleterre & Résidence (4-stars) is a timeless embodiment of the good life, where modernity melds perfectly with tradition. Authenticity and nature come together in a harmonious atmosphere of peace and serenity.
Spread across four buildings, each in a very distinct style, the 75 rooms and Junior Suites at Angleterre & Résidence offer a variety of atmospheres, all ensuring genuine relaxation and well-being. We do everything to make you feel at home or, if you are on a business trip, to enable you to work in peace.
Whether opting for a bedroom or Junior Suite, guests will appreciate the comfort, the same high standards of luxury and technology, and the attentive service of the friendly, professional staff.
Hotel Kreuz
Berne , SWITZERLAND
Our city hotel offers 153 beds in 97 modern rooms. This beautiful, traditional house is centrally and lively situated, just a few steps away from the main station and the Bundeshaus. The cosy Bärenhöfli restaurant is located on the ground floor. Our versatile offer is topped off with the congress centre Kreuz. There are various rooms available for business and private functions.
Experience our uncomplicated hospitality in our old city estate. The stylishly furnished single, double, triple and family rooms offer all the contemporary comforts you could ask for: comfortable boxspring beds, high-quality oak parquet, state-of-the-art wet rooms and air conditioning.
Hotel Bären
Berne , SWITZERLAND
The Hotel Bären am Bundesplatz is situated in the center of Berne, next to the train station and the parliament building as well as next to the shopping area and many sights. A two minutes walking distance from the train station, right on the opposite of the parliament building it is not possible to be nearer to the center of Bern. Relax in our hotel rooms after a long journey, a hectic business day or a nice excursion. Hotel BÄREN has 69 renovated and air-conditioned hotel rooms in the best central location of Bern. With 170 years, since Hotel Bären’s establishment, success is no coincidence.
Lugano Dante Hotel
Lugano , SWITZERLAND
In the historical, beautiful, and vibrant center of the city, LUGANODANTE is the ultimate meeting point for both hotel guests and locals looking for a unique experience in Lugano, that enchanting place where everyday’ stress disappears, and one can lose himself, mesmerized by the gentle streams of our beautiful lake. The hotel’s design is based on the principle of hybrid hospitality: the lobby acts as an urban lounge, and the green area invites you to enter and discover its relaxing garden.
Villa Sassa Hotel
Lugano , SWITZERLAND
When you find yourself at the gates of Villa Sassa Hotel, Residence & Spa, you can’t help but be enchanted, no matter what perspective you’re looking from. Looking up, you’ll be ravished by the spectacle offered by the mountains and hills of Lugano. Looking down, you’ll see before you a breathtaking panorama that spans the entire city of Lugano and its magnificent lake. Finally, approaching the villa you’ll notice an elegant and imposing structure with a romantic park that surrounds the entire complex with greenery. Yet it is when you close your eyes that you’ll experience all the benefits of a unique stay: when you relax in the comfort of one of the 120 spacious and tastefully furnished units, while sunbathing by the pool, where you’ll be pampered by the wellbeing of the DOT.Spa, or while enjoying one of the many expertly prepared dishes at the restaurant Ai Giardini di Sassa. A veritable dream location to be experienced with your eyes wide open, or shut, accompanied by a highly qualified, courteous and passionate staff whose competence will make every single detail truly special. From every point of view.
Hotel Florhof
Zurich , SWITZERLAND
Silk used to be manufactured in this building. Today the 18th century patrician mansion is Zurich’s finest boutique hotel. It combines the tranquility of a village with the charms of a city. Having a breakfast or lunch on our terrace under our fig tree with the sound of birds – the good life could not be easier!
Opera Hotel
Zurich , SWITZERLAND
A 4-minute walk from Stadelhofen train station and 19 minutes by train from Zurich airport, this refined hotel is a 3-minute walk from both Zurich Opera House and the lakefront. Casual rooms have traditional furnishings and contemporary bathrooms. All rooms have smart TVs with satellite channels, free Wi-Fi, and minibars, while some add balconies. Room service is offered. An on-site restaurant specializes in fish dishes and features surrealistic Baroque-style walls and ceiling murals depicting opera scenes. The hotel also offers an elegant chandelier-lit lobby, and access to a lake-view rooftop terrace at a partner hotel across the street.
5 Star Properties
Royal Savoy
Lausanne , SWITZERLAND
Outside, a portico, a courtyard and a majestic facade are reminiscent of a castle… At first glance, the Royal Savoy impresses, subjugates, imposes itself. However, the essential remains to come: pass through the door and discover a new definition of luxury. Comfort, setting, services, gastronomy or relaxation, everything is done to anticipate your expectations. Far from resting on the laurels of its legend, the Royal Savoy is constantly reinventing itself to serve its ambition: to offer each guest an unforgettable moment.
Beau Rivage Palace
Lausanne , SWITZERLAND
Since 1861, Beau-Rivage Palace has been proving that tradition and innovation – just like cultural heritage and modernity – complement each other very well. This ambassador of the highest Swiss hotel tradition is a great example of the country’s typically excellent hospitality.
The walls of this majestic building could tell 1001 stories … about defining moments in history – such as the signing of pioneering treaties – about artists seeking inspiration, about royal families and famous celebrity guests. The legendary Beau-Rivage Palace guards many secrets.
Classed as one of the best hotels in Europe, it is made up of two buildings connected via the so-called La Rotonde, built in 1908. Between 2012 and 2014, the renowned interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon oversaw the renovation of all the rooms. He chose many pastel colours and introduced mirror effects so as to bring the calming atmosphere of the lake right into the heart of the 5-star hotel.
Schweizerhof, Berne
Berne , SWITZERLAND
Rich in tradition, the Schweizerhof Bern Hotel & Spa has been welcoming guests from all over the world since 1859, making sure they experience an unforgettable stay in the heart of Switzerland’s charming capital city. One of the premier hotels in Bern, the Schweizerhof Bern offers five-star luxury and comfort, as well as the most exclusive spa in town. From signature cocktails to fine dining, world-class events to the very best amenities, there’s much to enjoy at the Schweizerhof Bern Hotel & Spa. Get ready to discover your new favorite place to stay in Bern…
Hotel Bellevue Palace
Berne , SWITZERLAND
The official guesthouse of the Swiss government has been a place of living history for 150 years. In fact, the BELLEVUE PALACE is the only Grand Hotel in the heart of the Capital. Its magnificent lounges, superb views of the Bernese Alps – always a ‘belle vue’ – and heartfelt hospitality make the luxury hotel unique. The hotel has always been, and remains, a venue for politicians and diplomats and a popular meeting place for the whole of Bern. Enjoy la BELLE VIE at BELLEVUE PALACE.
Lugano : Splendid Royale Hotel
Splendid Royale Hotel
Lugano , SWITZERLAND
Welcome to Lugano and the Hotel Splendide Royal, situated on the shores of Lake Lugano. Cosmopolitan and elegant, the city will delight you with its modern charm, combining art and nature, history and conviviality. This balance between the past and the future is also reflected in the Hotel’s legendary hospitality and its careful combination of long held tradition with a contemporary modern vision. Providing an experience that goes beyond the simple holiday, the Splendide Royal will allow you to immerse yourself in the Lugano experience whilst giving warmth and care in the same discreet manner that it has for more than a century.
Lugano : Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola
Lugano , SWITZERLAND
Set on the shores of Lake Lugano, this magnificent 5-star resort is a property of immense charm, nestled within a private, subtropical park. Once the home of a noble Russian family, the impressive mansion was transformed into a hotel in 1885.
Formal rooms and suites provide Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TVs and minibars, as well as safes, sitting areas and en suite bathrooms. Some have balconies, private gardens and/or terraces.
Breakfast is complimentary. Dining options consist of 3 restaurants, a cafe and 2 bars. Other amenities include a salon, a terrace and a gym, plus a tennis court, and meeting and event space. There’s also a spa with an indoor pool, a steam room and saunas, as well as a hot tub.
Zurich : Storchen Boutique Hotel
Storchen Boutique Hotel
Zurich , SWITZERLAND
As a Storchen Hotel guest, you benefit from the entire range of offers of our unique City & Lake Resort with the City & Lake Resort Guest Card. Board the hotel’s own Alex boat at the Storchensteg and let the captain take you to Thalwil, where another oasis right on the water awaits you. From star cuisine in the Widder Restaurant and La Rôtisserie to a relaxing wellness break in Alex Lake Zurich – the range of offers is broad and spectacular.
The Storchen Zürich is a traditional first class establishment with 64 stylishly elegant rooms and suites in the heart of the old city. Whether at the reception, at the Conciergerie, in the restaurant La Rôtisserie or on the Terrasse, on our Rooftop Bar The Nest, in the Cigar Bar, in our trendy Barchetta or even in our elegant hotel lobby, our long tradition of hospitality, together with our warm and personal service, can be enjoyed throughout the hotel.
Baur au Lac
Zurich , SWITZERLAND
Located in the heart of Zurich in the middle of its own park, the historic 5-star hotel welcomes you with a magnificent view of Lake Zurich and the Alps. Its unique, privileged location, stylish rooms & suites, award-winning gastronomy and incomparable Baur au Lac service delight guests from all over the world. The Baur au Lac has set the standard in the Swiss luxury hotel industry from the very beginning and still enjoys the reputation as one of the best hotels in the world.
Testimonials
Tirza R.
Traveled
The trip was unbelievable
The trip was unbelievable. Everything worked like a Swiss watch (especially the story with our suitcases). Could not expect anything better. Thank you very much for an extraordinary planned trip.
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Lulu J.
Traveled May 2019
Beyond my expectation. Super awesome, everything!!!
beyond my expectation. Super awesome, everything!!! This is my first visiting in South America, so is my friend. For 2 ladies customized trip, we are exciting and kind of worried. Karolina is so experienced and helped us to design the whole itinerary and remotely assisted us when we started our tour in Peru. That is a Wonderful trip in Peru. Any last minute change will follow a super good compensation. We’re touched about the gift placing on my last day hotel table, they are 2 framed pictures for both my friend and me. All details are considered, we never worried about being alone, cuz that never happens during the whole trip. It is vital for English speakers in an Espanol speaking country.
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Paul F.
Traveled July 2018
My son and I recommend Yampu enthusiastically!
Travel to FINLAND with YAMPU If you know that the capital of Finland is Helsinki but can’t quite place it on the map, or if you’ve heard that Santa Claus comes from Lapland but don’t know that Lapland is in the northern part of Finland; or if you want to hike with an expert guide in the spectacular Pyah-Luosto National Park,(where you actually do see Russia from Finland’s backyard), use Yampu to arrange the trip. My son and I recommend Yampu enthusiastically! They “tailor-made” our Finland trip this past July. There were a lot of phone calls and double-checking and e-mailing before it was finalized. Every hotel, from the Helsinki’s Presendentii (in the heart of the city) to the Kalevala Lodge on the lake outside Kuhmo, was excellent. Yampu’s staff is savvy and well-traveled does their homework. Even our drivers were knowledgeable and easy to get along with. For example, because they knew we wanted to see wildlife, they arranged for us to spend a night in a bear blind on the Soviet border to see brown bears, wolverines, and wolves in their natural habitat. I read that “In Finland, there is freedom to roam.” Finland’s wilderness is pristine, but the culture is interesting also We read up on the Winter War (Nov 1939) when the Finns, outnumbered 10-1, repelled the Russian army. A nice touch–our hotel Kalevala was a short walk to Winter War Museum. Finns love the sauna–it’s their invention. In a country of 5 million people, there are 3 million of them. Every hotel has one and it’s a must-do. The Finns have many sayings about the sauna, like: “The sauna is a poor man’s pharmacy.” “A house without a sauna is not a home.” Maybe the sauna is not as exciting as a bear blind but it is “educational.” Most Finns you meet in a sauna speak English and tell great stories. And you have to have their coffee–it’s better than any we ever in South America. –A lot of surprises, but all good ones. Two Thumbs up for Yampu on this trip.
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