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Introducing Switzerland

Get to the heart of Switzerland.
Switzerland is all about quintessential Alpine scenery, perfectly preserved medieval towns, and international cities that run on a famously precise schedule. This central European nation is small but surprisingly diverse—shared borders with France, Italy, and Germany have produced distinct regional cultures. One unifying factor is the Alps: the mountain range takes up a whopping 65% of Switzerland’s total area, making this an ideal destination for active fun (and iconic views) all year. 

When is the best time to visit?
Snowy Switzerland is a skier's paradise, and it's no surprise that January and February are peak tourist months. This goes for the Alps of course, but applies to the cities too—Bern, for example, looks great under a layer of winter white, and its Christmas markets are a must-visit (for the delectable Swiss chocolates alone).

The country is also idyllic in summer, as travelers trade ski lifts for hiking boots and hit the Alpine trails. You can enjoy great outdoor excursions during the slower spring and fall seasons, too—September is a particularly great “off” month to visit, as the summer crowds are gone yet the weather is still pleasant, and the scenery ever-wonderful.

Where should you go?
Certainly, you’ll want to visit Switzerland’s picture-perfect capital of Bern, whose medieval Old Town is home to the towering Zytglogge clock tower. And of course, you’ll want to experience the Alps. There are many hiking trails in these world-famous mountains, all signposted and easy to follow. Head to St. Moritz and Zermatt for some of the best skiing in Europe.

Zurich is a beautifully kept city, and this is where serious shoppers will want to spend time. It's also a nice stop on your way to or from Germany by train. See much of the Swiss countryside in a short time on the GoldenPass railway line from Montreux to Lucerne and takes about 5.5 hours (switching trains at Interlaken). It runs through three mountain passes with spectacular views of lakes, waterfalls, and Swiss chalets. 

How many days do you need?
If you simply want to travel through the Swiss countryside and visit a few postcard-worthy cities and towns, you can do so in well under a week. To properly take advantage of Switzerland’s winter sports and excursions, two weeks is ideal. In this timeframe, you could embark on a number of great day-long or even multi-day hikes—or ski at multiple resorts—with time to relax at a few chalets along the way.

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Switzerland Tours & Itineraries

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Lauterbrunnental
Map of Bernese Oberland Traverse - 7 Days
Bernese Oberland Traverse - 7 Days

Take a classic Swiss hut-to-hut hike through the Bernese Oberland mountains on this week-long trek. You'll go from scenic valley to scenic valley as you traverse past the bases of some of the best-known mountains in the Alps, such as Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau, making your way through waterfalls, cliff faces, and dairy pastures.

Ascend Mount Pilatus by cogwheel train, then catch a gondola to the peak
Map of Switzerland by Train - 10 Days
Switzerland by Train - 10 Days

In the Alpine wonderland that is Switzerland, public transport takes on a whole new meaning. Over 10 days, you'll travel between colorful towns, lakeside cities, and mountain peaks by train, cogwheel railway, and even cable cars. Other highlights include hiking across green meadows, kayaking on azure lakes, riding bikes past waterfalls, and ascending iconic peaks like the Matterhorn.

Lauterbrunnen valley
Map of Best of Bernese Oberland - 5 days
Best of Bernese Oberland - 5 days

Hike from hut to hut under the snowy facades of some of the most famous peaks in the Swiss Alps with this five-day itinerary. As you hike past the iconic peaks of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau, you'll make your way through Alpine pastures, glacial lakes, and rushing waterfalls, with stops on mountaintop tramways and charming villages in between.

Vineyards of the Lavaux region by Lake Geneva
Map of Exploring the Wine Regions of Mont Blanc - 6 Days
Exploring the Wine Regions of Mont Blanc - 6 Days

Sample some of the world's best wines as you circle around Mont Blanc from Switzerland to Italy to France. Visit vineyards nestled in the idyllic countryside in the foothills of the Alps, where ancient grape varieties still produce rare and high-quality wines. Taste local wines in the terraced hills of Lavaux, Switzerland, and toast to the breathtaking views from Pointe Helbronner in France with a glass of Cuvée des Guides — moments and wines to be remembered!

Ski, snowshoe, and sled your way through the beauty of the Swiss Alps in winter
Map of Winter Adventure in the Swiss Alps - 7 Days
Winter Adventure in the Swiss Alps - 7 Days

Travel to the heart of Switzerland during the winter months when its lakes, Alps, valleys, and historic cities are blanketed in snow. On this weeklong adventure, you'll keep warm with an invigorating itinerary of winter sports, starting with sledding and snowshoeing in the idyllic lake city of Interlaken. Take a thrilling gondola ride up the iconic Matterhorn, give your muscles a break at the Leukerbad Hot Springs, and end the adventure just over the French border with world-class skiing at Chamonix.

Views of the Jungfrau on one of Switzerland's many scenic train routes
Map of Switzerland by Train - 7 Days
Switzerland by Train - 7 Days

Experience the best of Switzerland on foot, by car, boat, train—even a cable car. It starts in Zürich with a scenic rail journey around the lake to Lucerne, from where you'll head up into the mountains via the steepest cogwheel railway in the world. The rest of the adventure includes kayaking on Lake Brienz, cycling between the waterfalls of the Lauterbrunnen Valley via e-bike, ascending the highest gondola in the Alps, enjoying the scenic Montreux Riviera, wine tasting at Lavaux vineyards, and more.

Make the Most of Your Time in Switzerland

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Oeschinen Lake in the Bernese Oberland of Switzerland
How Many Days to Spend in Switzerland

Small enough to traverse end-to-end in a few hours and with excellent public transport, Switzerland can be explored in as little as three days, specifically if you stick to one...

Switzerland Travel Advice

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Take to the Bernina Alps with the Bernina Express
Switzerland's Best Train Rides

Switzerland's rail network is one of the world's best, defying steep mountain gradients, threading through dramatic valleys and around beautiful lakes to showcase the country's...

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This 10-day itinerary is full of kid-friendly activities, like interactive visits to Alpine farms and chocolate tasting workshops
Map of Switzerland for Families: Castles, Chocolate & Cows - 10 Days
Switzerland for Families: Castles, Chocolate & Cows - 10 Days

Ten days of Alpine fun await on this family-focused trip to Switzerland. Wind your way between Geneva, Montreux, Interlaken, and Zürich by train, enjoying short, scenic journeys that make traveling with kids a breeze. In between, you'll explore medieval castles, ride high-altitude cable cars, kayak across turquoise lakes, zip between mountain valleys by e-bike, and refuel with hands-on chocolate-tasting experiences and cheesemaking workshops.

Discover the charming resort town of Zermatt (and the iconic Matterhorn) on a winter or hiking-focused itinerary
Map of 2 Weeks in Switzerland - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
2 Weeks in Switzerland - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

With two weeks in Switzerland, you can experience the country's charming towns and pristine landscapes on an ultimate scenic highlights tour. Or, if you're eager to see the country with its winter coat on, choose between a festive Christmas markets itinerary and a skiing, sledding, and sightseeing adventure. Other options include an activity-packed trip through the Lake District and a hiking-focused trip that features a four-night trek in the Bernese Oberland region.

Learn about Bern's history, Switzerland's capital, on a guided tour of the Altstadt
Map of 10 Days in Switzerland - 6 Unique Itinerary Ideas
10 Days in Switzerland - 6 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Whether traveling to Switzerland by train, car, or on foot, you can cover a lot of ground in 10 days. Avid hikers can tackle a multiday Bernese Oberland trek, while thrill seekers can pair Montreux rafting with paragliding in neighboring France. Those keen on culture and cuisine will appreciate a Zürich chocolate workshop, Lucerne's "night watchmen" tour, and cheese tasting in Gruyères. Interlaken ice skating, snowshoeing near Lugano, and Christmas market-hopping are ideal for winter enthusiasts.

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1 Week in Switzerland - 6 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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5 Days in Switzerland - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

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Travel specialist Mathilde D.
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Mathilde D.

Bonjour! I’m Mathilde in the heart of the Champagne region 🍾 Growing up surrounded by historic streets and bubbly traditions sparked my passion for sharing the beauty of French culture (don’t...

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Travel specialist Tomaz Martinek
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Tomaz Martinek

I knew I want to work in travel industry since my high school years. I was born in Slovenia's capital and spend my youth dreaming about showing other people our lovely country and travelling the...

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Valentine Julien

Valentine is the girl from the French Alps! She grew up between the French & Swiss Alps, worked as a tailor-made trip planner in Sri Lanka & Maldives, and was an event organizer for extreme...

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Travel specialist Clothilde DIEMUNSCH

Clothilde DIEMUNSCH

Imagine the culinary delights of Lyon or Gruyeres, the charm of France's rolling vineyards, and the pristine beauty of the Swiss mountains from Zermatt up to St Moritz : what a journey it could...

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Trip Reviews for Switzerland

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

À wonderful travel partner!
Switzerland | Oct 1 - Oct 12, 2026

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Carol W.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

Caroline our specialist was always knowledgeable, available, helpful and kind. I was unable to make the trip because my cat became quite ill a couple of days before our departure. Caroline helped my husband have an enjoyable trip on his own and we appreciate her. I learned a lot even though I couldn’t travel. I can now use What’s App and Google Translate and Instagram. Thank you Caroline!

Local specialist: Caroline Kennedy

Switzerland Review
Switzerland | Sep 28 - Oct 7, 2026

Raynette
Raynette R.
Mililani Town, HI | Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026
The trip was wonderful. Emilie did a great job in booking our hotels and tours! She explained the train system and how to use the Swiss Rail Pass. The hotels for the most part were in great locations, close to the train stations, restaurants and sites to see. The trips she planned to Mount Pilatus and Gornergrat were filled with beautiful scenery of the Alps! Our Kayak tour on Lake Brienz with Hightide Kayaks and Ben, our guide was great. It couldn’t have been more peaceful and serene and... Read more

The trip was wonderful. Emilie did a great job in booking our hotels and tours! She explained the train system and how to use the Swiss Rail Pass. The hotels for the most part were in great locations, close to the train stations, restaurants and sites to see. The trips she planned to Mount Pilatus and Gornergrat were filled with beautiful scenery of the Alps! Our Kayak tour on Lake Brienz with Hightide Kayaks and Ben, our guide was great. It couldn’t have been more peaceful and serene and Ben got some great photos for us. Our E-bike tour through Grindelwald was filled with amazing views of waterfalls and quaint towns. Marceau, our guide was informative and provided us with hi-lites of the area, photos and a perfect picnic lunch.

We did have one glitch, with The Galcier Express running almost three hours longer than scheduled. We heard rumors that there was a train issue with another Glacier Express train. By the time we got to one of the more scenic areas, it was too dark to see any sites. Checking into our hotel at around 9 pm and leaving before 9 am the next morning seemed like such a loss of time. Granted this is no fault on KimKim’s part, it was just a matter of unforseen circumstances. We only caught a glimpse of St Moritz on the bus ride back to the train station. Emile is aware and has started a process for a refund of some sort.

Overall I would highly recommend Emilie and the KimKim group to friends that seek assistance with travel plans. This is our second trip KimKim assisted us with travel plans.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Alexander
Zurich
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Hotel Arte
St. Moritz
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Hotel Butterfly, BW Signature Collection
Zermatt
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Derby Swiss Quality Hotel
Grindelwald
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Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
Luzern

This hotel was conveniently right across the street from the train stations.

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Short walking distance from shops and restaurants
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Activity Reviews
Food Tours: Zurich
Food Tours: Zurich
Zürich

Cancelled tour n/a

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Free time at Lake Brienz
Free time at Lake Brienz
Switzerland

Walked thru town and shops

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Swiss Travel Pass
Swiss Travel Pass
Switzerland

Train system is extremely prompt and very efficient!

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Gornergrat panoramic train (return day-ticket & Priority boarding)
Gornergrat panoramic train (return day-ticket & Priority boarding)
Switzerland

The views from the top were amazing! Layers upon layers of mountain peaks were breathtaking!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
E-bike tour Lauterbrunnen & Valley of 72 Waterfalls
E-bike tour Lauterbrunnen & Valley of 72 Waterfalls
Switzerland

Wonderful tour through the Valley. Waterfall stops were lovely. Marceau, our guide was informative and provided us with a perfect spot for a picnic lunch!

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Food
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Summer Kayak Tour Lake Brienz
Summer Kayak Tour Lake Brienz
Switzerland

The lake was beautiful. High tide Kayak School was great! They made sure we were comfortably dressed in a neoprene suit that kept us dry and warm. Ben, our guide was laid back and provided interesting tips about the area.

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Mount Pilatus, Silver Round Trip (Tickets)
Mount Pilatus, Silver Round Trip (Tickets)
Lucerne

Amazing views once you get to the top. Trains, gondolas and buses all very efficient.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
A total stranger who lives in the area took it upon herself to be our guide, she was fantastic!
Transport
Easy access to go up then down the mountain, it was a very organized trip!
Local specialist: Emilie Dubreuil
Emilie
Emilie Dubreuil
Local specialist in Villefranche-sur-Saône | Replied on Oct 15, 2026

Hi Raynette,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure for Amanfine and me to help you organise this wonderful trip. I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed everything and that you’re leaving with so many wonderful memories!
I hope to see you again one day in Europe! 😊

We couldn’t have asked for better care.
Switzerland | Oct 1 - Oct 12, 2026

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David J.
Lopez Island, WA, USA | Reviewed on Oct 13, 2026
My wife worked with Caroline for months before our planned trip to Switzerland in October. Caroline was very good about getting all the hotels, trains, drivers set up and vouchers and tickets for when we’d need them. Months before our trip she would check in with new developments or we would write her with questions and possibilities for changing the itinerary. She made every effort to make our trip unique and specific to what we were looking for.
As we got closer to leaving, we got more...
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My wife worked with Caroline for months before our planned trip to Switzerland in October. Caroline was very good about getting all the hotels, trains, drivers set up and vouchers and tickets for when we’d need them. Months before our trip she would check in with new developments or we would write her with questions and possibilities for changing the itinerary. She made every effort to make our trip unique and specific to what we were looking for.
As we got closer to leaving, we got more frequent up dates and developments. She sent us PDFs of everything we needed, vouchers, tickets, etc. and an amended itinerary.
Then, literally, the weekend before our trip our old Siamese cat became sick. My wife felt she could not leave our sick cat with a cat sitter. Caroline notified all the entities that would be affected and managed to recoup some of the charges that had already been set up.
She let them know that I would be traveling alone and would not need two rooms, seats, tickets, etc. She also let me know that she would be available anytime (night or day) for a phone call if I need assistance.
Midway through the trip I started getting confused about which trains needed tickets and which ones needed the Swiss Travel Pass. I contacted her…. And she wrote back listing everything coming up and what I could expect and what I needed each time in a check off fashion. It was very helpful to have a simple list and not be flipping through vouchers or reading the itinerary to see if I had missed something.
There were many different trains and a need to switch between them at times to take a different train and/or direction.
Juggling platforms and finding the right cars was challenging when not speaking German, but Caroline’s instructions made it much easier.
We have nothing but good things to say about Caroline as she went way beyond the necessary to provide for excellent care for any contingencies that could come up on the trip. She also checked in regularly with my wife as to how she and our sick cat were doing. Kudos to Caroline, travel agent extrodiaire.

Local specialist: Caroline Kennedy

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