The Heights and Highlights of Switzerland

A Market in a Viaduct

Zurich has plenty of shopping on offer, from luxury design and haut couture through to local goods and vintage finds. For a truly local shopping experience, stroll on down to the "Viaduktstrasse," where you can find the Viaduct Market. This shopping spot has locally designed and produced clothing good for any outdoor activities you may be planning on, as well as a fashion workshop run by a community of designers devoted to supporting young talent. Beyond clothing, you can find excellent local and international cuisine, and plenty of memorable ways to decorate your home.

Zurich and Surroundings Private eTukTuk Tour

Discover Zurich with your eTukTuk, and experience the beautiful city along the Limmat as the natives do, with your local chauffeur/guide. Be taken from the charming old town to the shopping and business district, on to Switzerland’s most famous recreational district, and to the pulsating district 5, known as “Zurich West”, the underground quarter of dive bars and cafes, of artists and freethinkers.

Hike the Hill

Zurich has its own hill, the Uetliberg, which offers great views amid green majesty. You can easily reach it by train from Zurich's main station, or by taking a streetcar from the Fifa World Football Museum. Choosing the latter option will let you add an easy 20-minute hike to the top, following the "Planetenweg" ("Planets Path") route, although there are several others to try. As the name implies, the route passes models of the planets (each meter equals one million kilometers), so you can get a feel for the solar system's true size. Once you're above the city, enjoy the hill's panorama, and refreshing air and nature.

Lucerne Private Walking Tour

Discover the fascinating abundant heritage of Lucerne. Simply being there gives the feeling of being trapped in time, but strolling the streets and hearing true medieval stories from a local guide will definitely take you back to the 14th and 15th centuries. Eager to hear some recent history, art and culture? Your private guide is on top of these topics as well.

Mt. Pilatus Is Golden

Experience five different modes of transport and one amazing mountain, all in one day! Take a boat from Lucerne, then conquer the amazing Mt. Pilatus via the steepest railroad in the world. After the breathtaking ascent, you will be rewarded by equally spectacular views from the top. Excellent leisure facilities await you at the summit, have some refreshments on the panoramic terrace or in one of the cozy restaurants. On your way back, descend with the "Dragon Ride" aerial cableway to Fräkmüntegg and finally take a gondola to Kriens. From Kriens, you can return to Lucerne on the modern trolleybus, thus completing the convenient circular journey.

Stretch Your Legs By the Lake

Private City Tour with Wine and Gelato Tasting

Discover Lugano by strolling around its beautiful streets and squares, while hearing charming stories from your guide. You'll make stops along the way to taste famous local wines, snacks, and gelato.

Ferries, Ferries, Everywhere

Lugano's region is serviced by frequent public ferries, free for those staying in the town's hotels. Board a boat at Paradiso and cruise as far as Morcote, one of the most picturesque towns along the lake. Treat yourself with a good coffee and a local sweet discover the historical and architectural highlights of the place and continue to Gandria, the area's other pearl. Choose a grotto for your lunch, embrace the atmosphere, and enjoy fresh lake breezes.

Bellinzona Three Castles Private Half Day Hike

A UNESCO World Heritage site, the three magnificent castles of Bellinzona and their connecting walls are the only examples of defensive military architecture dating back to the Middle Ages that still exist in the area. Get ready for captivating castles, stunning views, interesting stories, and some hiking to conquer the constructions.

A Delicacy Paradise

Savor your stay in Lugano with local treats every day! Lugano and its surroundings are famed for their honey, chestnuts, and cold cuts, in addition to that celebrated Swiss staple, cheese. The best places to find culinary delights are the area's "grottos," where you can taste various cured meats, cheese, and wines, accompanied by fresh and grilled vegetables.

Discover a Historic Gem

Getting around Interlaken after your arrival will take you to small riverside streets and bridges crisscrossing the Aare. A medieval environment embraces you if you walk further to the Unterseen district. Complete your first night in Interlaken with an Old Town dinner at Stadtkeller, with its delicious traditional food and folk music.

Jungfraujoch Private Tour

Learn about alpine history and local legends and witness spectacular views along the way during this tour to the Jungfraujoch, the saddle between the Jungfrau and Monch, mountains over 4,000 meters (13,100 feet) high. After taking Europe's highest railroad, you'll get a tour of the "Top of Europe" complex, including one of the world's highest observatories. Along the way, you'll visit the beautiful village of Lauterbrunnen.

Schilthorn Private Tour

On this tour, you'll head by train, bus, and cable car up to the mountaintop Schilthorn Station, where you'll take in the absolutely stunning views. The rotating restaurant atop this peak was named for, and used to film, the Bond film "On Her Majesty's Secret Service," so you'll naturally get to visit its James Bond exhibition.

Matterhorn Paradise Day Trip with a Private Guide

Hop into a cable car, and ride up to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, Europe's highest ski area (one of its lifts is the country's fourth highest structure). This is the world's largest summer ski area, but has plenty of great opportunities for hiking, or even just taking in views from the continent's highest viewing platform (then heading to the Gorner Glacier's ice cave). This tour can also be offered without a guide.

Gornergrat by Rack Railroad & Short Hike with a Private Guide

Ride Europe's second-highest railroad to the Gornergrat, a spectacular ridge overlooking the Gorner Glacier, and 29 mountains, including the Matterhorn. At 3,000 meters (10,100) feet up, the Gornergrat Railway is the continent's highest open-air line, and uses trains with cogs between their wheels to prevent slippage. Enjoy our private tour with an expert guide explain the vista and take you on a short hike.

The French-Italian Touch

Today visit Carouge, part of Geneva modeled after Nice, which was once an independent trading town. Its Old Town, "Le Vieux Carouge" a special blend of French and Italian architecture, and cultural connections to the Mediterranean. The ambience is also unique, as this former trade hub is still home to diverse craftsmen and artisans who make traditional wares by hand. Filled with life, antique shops, bars, restaurants, and cafés, one after the other on streets reminiscent of Sardinia, the hours you spend in this most bohemian part of Geneva will be memorable, especially if you stop by for a dinner, or spend a night at the lively Chat Noir jazz club!

Geneva Old Town Private Walking Tour

Humanitarian Geneva

Wine Terraces, Tastes, and Views

Hike and Bike the Mountain

For those who collect stunning views, we recommend to climbing Mont Saleve, on foot or by cable car. Arriving at the summit, you'll find yourself in the middle of an immense playground for sports lovers. You can go paragliding, climbing, mountain biking, and hiking (and naturally cross-country skiing in winter). You will enjoy the fresh air and stunning panorama of Geneva, and can stop at a restaurant for lunch and further views. Geneva's giant Jet d'Eau fountain is just a tiny speck from the Mont Saleve lookout point. On the southeast side, you can enjoy a view of the Alps with the Mont-Blanc massif.