- Centralized Location:
Bordered by Austria, Italy, France, Germany and Liechtenstein, Switzerland is a small country nestled in the heart of Europe. With its centralized location, you might be tempted to simply pass through it on the way to somewhere else, but its snow-capped mountains, majestic lakes and village towns brimming with culture make the country a great vacation destination that should be added to your list of stops.
- Natural Beauty:
More than 60 percent of Switzerland is covered with mountains, with another quarter marked by dense forests. With such an overwhelming natural backdrop, many visitors are lured here to simply experience the untouched outdoors. During winter, visit resorts like those in Adelboden, where you can ski, snowboard and tube down the mountains. When the summer season comes around, travel to Interlaken, where you can raft and tube down the river in the Discover the Jungfrau adventure.
- Scenery:
Despite its small size, Switzerland offers such a wide array of scenery that it delights year-round. One doesn’t have to travel far to see beautiful forests, lakes, castles, cathedrals, glaciers, valleys and snow-capped mountains. Three-fifths of the country is covered by the Alps and here one can also find the Jura Mountains, Swiss Plateau and the southeastern mountains.
- Quality:
Yes, you’ll pay more. But the trade-off for high Swiss prices is better quality. The people of Switzerland actually examine quality before price and are used to their system providing them with superior, locally made items. Swiss manufacturers are said to be perfectionists. Transportation, infrastructure and public spaces are run efficiently and well-maintained. Living standards are very high and it’s easy to get used to the comforts of Switzerland once you’re there.
- Outdoor Activities:
Where should an adventure enthusiast begin? Perhaps choosing a season will narrow it down. In winter, ski-gliding, sledging, snowboarding, ice climbing, deep-snow skiing, heli-skiing, glacier-walking, snow-biking, snowshoeing, tobogganing, ice skating and dog-sledding are most popular between January and March. Skiers can choose between downhill and cross-country trails for day and night and at all levels. In the warmer months, cycling, climbing, hiking, sailing, water-skiing, canoeing, swimming, rafting, rowing, canyoning, abseiling, bungee jumping, paragliding, skydiving and hang-gliding are just some of the activities to be enjoyed here.
- Eco-friendly:
Voted as the world's most eco-friendly country by Eco-Friendly Daily, Switzerland enforces strict regulations on pollution. The ranking, which was determined in party by Yale University's 2008 measurements of water resources, air quality and overall environmental health, also takes into consideration personal responsibility that Swiss people feel toward maintaining their terrain. By charging for waste and water management, Switzerland has inserted an environmental consciousness into the mind of its citizens, which paves the way for future preservation of natural resources.
- Bustling Cities:
Though Switzerland is marked by its pristine nature areas, it also is home to several major cities that provide travellers with different diversions. In Zurich, people-watch on Augustinergasse street, go shopping in the famous Bahnhofstrasse district or discover the baroque architecture of the Rathaus building. In the capital city of Bern, learn about Albert Einstein at his namesake museum or go gambling at the Allegro Grand Casino. Tours often embark from these major cities, so visitors can explore the surrounding area.
Distances Between Cities: Approximate KS and time is mentioned
| Distance | By Tarin | By Road |
| Zurich - Lucerne (51.5km) | 45 minutes (No Change) | 42 minutes |
| Zurich Interlaken | 01 hour 55 minutes (01 Change at Bern) | 01 hour 32 minutes |
| Zurich - Vevey / Montreux | 02 hours 32 minutes (01 Change at Lausanne) | 02 hours 23 minutes |
| Zurich - Geneva | 02 hours 39 minutes | 03 hours 15 minutes |
| Lucerne - Interlaken | 01 hour 50 minutes | 01 hour 01 minute |
| Lucerne - Vevey / Montreux | 02 hours 40 minutes (01 Change at Lausanne) | 02 hours 08 minutes |
| Lucerne - Geneva | 02 hours 46 minutes | 02 hours 59 minutes |
| Interlaken - Vevey / Montreux | 02 hours 17 minutes (02 Changes at Spiez and Visp) | 01 hour 40 minutes |
| Interlaken - Geneva | 02 hours 46 minutes ( 01 Change at Bern) | 02 hours 34 minutes |
| Vevey / Montreux - Geneva | 54 minutes | 01 hour 21 minutes |
Attractions:
1. Zurich:
i) Getaway to the Rhine Falls
Duration of tour: 3 hours 15 mins
The Tour
Your coach will start from Zurich city centre and will head towards the fantastic nature spectacle Rhine Falls, Europe's largest waterfall. It is only 23 metres high but has an impressive width of 150 metres and an average of 25'000 cubic feet of water per second (700m3/sec). You will be dropped off on the north bank of the river Rhine where you can admire the turreted castle called Schloss Laufen on a cliff directly above the falls. The tour also takes you to Northern Switzerland close to the German border where you will drive through Schaffhausen, the capital of the canton with its famous Munot Fortress, dating from the 16th century. Return to Zurich with an alternative stop at the Airport, where departing guests can end their tour if they wish.
Includes
Transportation by coach and services of a local guide.
| Language | Commentary | From Date | To Date | Days of week | Start Time | Departure Point |
| E/G | Guided | 1 May 2015 | 30 Sep 2015 | Daily | 09.15 | Sihlquai Bus Terminal |
| | | | | | 09.30 | Reisebus Terminal (Regionalbus) parking |
| E/G | Guided | 1 May 2015 | 30 Sep 2015 | Tue/Fri/Sun | 14.30 | Sihlquai Bus Terminal |
| | | | | | 14.45 | Reisebus Terminal (Regionalbus) parking |
| E - English, G - German |
ii) Heidiland Tour - Great Country Tour
Duration of tour: 7 hours 30 mins
The Tour
Heidi's world is not only a children's fairy-tale, it really exists! After a tour of Zurich we follow the lake to Rapperswil and visit the picturesque Old Town and its medieval castle. Then after crossing the Ricken Pass with its panoramic views of the Alps we reach the lovely Toggenberg region with the most picturesque scenery of green hills and valleys. In Vaduz, the capital of the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein, you will have time free for leisure. See the settings of Heidi's story in the Maifenfeld area. In the summer months we can visit Heidi's village. A pleasant short walk leads to a collection of typical mountain houses, a village shop, and of course lots of little goats. Entry into the authentic Heidi House is optional. Our trip along Lake Walen takes us back to Zurich.
Includes
Transportation by coach, photo stop at the castle, leisure time in Rapperswil and Vaduz.
| Language | Commentary | From Date | To Date | Days of week | Start Time | Departure Point |
| E/G/S | Guided | 1 Apr 2015 | 31 Mar 2016 | Daily | 11.00 | Sihlquai Bus Terminal |
| E - English, G - German, S - Spanish |
iii) Black Forest - Titisee
Duration of tour: 6 hours 50 mins
The Tour
An excursion to Northern Switzerland and the Black Forest, one of the most attractive landscapes of Southern Germany. Along Lake Schluchsee you reach Titisee, the very heart of the Black Forest. You will get a short introduction in how they bring those popular cuckoo clocks to sing, then you will enjoy time at leisure. Perhaps you wish to do a boat ride or enjoy the local food; the most known speciality is the Black Forest Cake, made with cherry brandy. Driving through very impressive spruce forests passing by Lenzkirch you return to Switzerland. There you will stop to admire the Rhine Falls, Europe's largest and most spectacular waterfalls.
Includes
Transportation by coach, services of a local guide on coach.
Please note: Do not forget your passport.
Additional Information: Passport required, please check with local embassy for visa requirements.
| Language | Commentary | From Date | To Date | Days of week | Start Time | Departure Point |
| E/G/S | Guided | 1 May 2015 | 31 Oct 2015 | Mon/Wed/Fri | 12.30 | Sihlquai Bus Terminal |
| E - English, G - German, S - Spanish |
iv) The Zurich TROLLEY Experience - Zurich City Tour
Duration of tour: 2 hours
The Tour
Discover the sights of Zurich aboard the unique 'Classic Trolley'. This trolley, the first of its kind in Switzerland, is styled on those of yesteryear, but with all the comforts for today's discerning traveller. Commentary is provided by headset and you can choose from eight languages. In approx 2 hours we will take you through our beautiful city and show you the business and financial centre, Bahnhofstrasse, the most important museums, a section of the Old Town, Fraumunster Church with its famous Chagall windows, historical Limmatquai, the University district, residential areas, beautiful hillside villas on the Zurichberg, as well as recreation areas and views of the Alps from Zurich's vantage points.
Includes
Transportation by coach and taped commentary via headsets.
| Language | Commentary | From Date | To Date | Days of week | Start Time | Departure Point |
| E/F/G/I/J/P/RU/S | Audio | 1 Apr 2015 | 31 Mar 2016 | Daily | 09.45 | Sihlquai Bus Terminal |
| | | | | | 12.00 | Sihlquai Bus Terminal |
| | | | | | 14.00 | Sihlquai Bus Terminal |
| E - English, G - German, S - Spanish, I - Italian, J - Japanese, P - Portuguese, RU - Russian, S - Spanish |
| The Tours will not operate on the following date: 29 Aug 2015. |
v) Chamonix Mont-Blanc
This tour takes you to Chamonix in France and to the beautiful and majestic Mont Blanc, which you may ascend by cable car.
Duration of tour: 9 hours 35 mins
The Tour
The basic tour consists of a 90 minute drive by motorcoach through the picturesque Arve Valley from Geneva to Chamonix (France), one of the most famous mountain villages at the foot of the remarkable and majestic Mont-Blanc (4808 m/15774 ft, as of biyearly official measurement of 2005). At the end of the tour you can be dropped off at: Gare Routiere-Geneva Bus Terminal, 'Dorciere' square or Geneva Airport.
Includes
Transportation by coach and leisure time in Chamonix.
Please note: A valid passport or visa is necessary to join this tour. For health reasons, infants and children under 3 years of age should not ascend high altitude mountains of more than 2000 metres. The cost of cable car from Chamonix Mont-Blanc to Aiguille du Midi or rack rail to Montenvers are extra and must be paid for on the spot. Cable car to Aiguille du Midi (3842 m/12604 ft) is closed from middle of November to middle of December.
Additional Information: Passport required, please check with local embassy for visa requirements. This tour is operated in AC vehicles.
| Language | Commentary | From Date | To Date | Days of week | Start Time | Departure Point |
| E/F | Guided | 30 Apr 2015 | 29 Feb 2016 | Daily | 08.30 | Gare Routiere (Bus Terminal) |
| E - English, F - French |
vi) Chamonix Mont-Blanc
This tour takes you to Chamonix in France and to the beautiful and majestic Mont Blanc, which you may ascend by cable car.
Duration of tour: 9 hours 35 mins
The Tour
The basic tour consists of a 90 minute drive by motorcoach through the picturesque Arve Valley from Geneva to Chamonix (France), one of the most famous mountain villages at the foot of the remarkable and majestic Mont-Blanc (4808 m/15774 ft, as of biyearly official measurement of 2005). At the end of the tour you can be dropped off at: Gare Routiere-Geneva Bus Terminal, 'Dorciere' square or Geneva Airport.
Includes
Transportation by coach and leisure time in Chamonix.
Please note: A valid passport or visa is necessary to join this tour. For health reasons, infants and children under 3 years of age should not ascend high altitude mountains of more than 2000 metres. The cost of cable car from Chamonix Mont-Blanc to Aiguille du Midi or rack rail to Montenvers are extra and must be paid for on the spot. Cable car to Aiguille du Midi (3842 m/12604 ft) is closed from middle of November to middle of December.
Additional Information: Passport required, please check with local embassy for visa requirements. This tour is operated in AC vehicles.
| Language | Commentary | From Date | To Date | Days of week | Start Time | Departure Point |
| E/F | Guided | 30 Apr 2015 | 29 Feb 2016 | Daily | 08.30 | Gare Routiere (Bus Terminal) |
| E - English, F - French |
v) Geneva City Tour and Boat Cruise
This city tour gives you an insight in the international organisations district, the Old Town on foot and even a mini-train ride and a boat cruise on Lake of Geneva.
Duration of tour: 3 hours 30 mins
The Tour
The city tour of Geneva will take you through the international part of Geneva and to the centre of the world's peacemaking organisations. This will be followed by a tour of the main tourist attractions of the city like the Water Fountain (Jet d'eau) and the wonderful Flower Clock. Then get a taste of Geneva's history with the mini-train Tramway Tour and dig even deeper into the Old Town with your guide on a walking tour. To complete this City Tour, continue on the lake with a one hour commented boat cruise, which will let you discover the major attractions of the lake of Geneva: the stone of Niton, the Water Fountain, the Black Harbour, the Diodati House, the UN building, the castle of Bellerive, the Mermaid, and many more interesting sites.
Includes
Transportation by coach, a mini-train ride, a boat cruise, drinks on the boat and services of a local guide.
| Language | Commentary | From Date | To Date | Days of week | Start Time | Departure Point |
| E/F | Guided | 1 May 2015 | 31 Oct 2015 | Daily | 10.00 | Gare Routiere (Bus Terminal) |
| | | | | | 14.00 | Gare Routiere (Bus Terminal) |
| E - English, F - French |
SWISS PASS:
1. Swiss Travel Pass:
The Swiss Travel Pass entitles you to unlimited travel on consecutive days throughout the rail, bus and boat Swiss Travel System network. The Swiss Travel Pass is available for 3, 4, 8 or 15 days.
- Unlimited travel by rail, road and waterway
- Free travel on most panorama routes
- Free travel on public transport in 75 towns and cities
- Free admission to more than 480 museums
- 50% discount off most mountain railways
- Children under age 16 travel free of charge when accompanied by at least one parent holding a Swiss Family Card
- Children under 6 years travel free of charge. No Swiss Family Card needed
2. Sightseeing by using Swiss Pass and conditions that apply:
i) Jungfraujoch Top Of Europe:
A place so remarkable, it’s always peak season.
You leave from Interlaken, Grindelwald or Wengen, in Switzerland, and start by taking a unique, moderncogwheel railway to Kleine Scheidegg, 6762 feet up. From there, the Jungfrau railway climbs to the Eiger Glacier station, well known for its mountain restaurant and polar dog kennels. Then continue through the Eiger tunnel, only stopping to enjoy spectacular vistas on the way to the highest railway station in Europe. The Jungfraujoch, over 11,000 feet up, and called the Top of Europe. Switzerland’s most breathtaking scenery awaits. View a 13.6 mile ice stream, an Ice Palace, and views that will melt your heart. What do you call this once in a lifetime railway experience in Switzerland? The Jungfraujoch-Top of Europe from Rail Europe, just part of their offerings for Switzerland. But then, it only makes sense. Rail Europe always leaves you feeling on top of the world, no matter where you are.
Here’s what’s included:
- Round trip travel to the Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe from Interlaken, Grindelwald or Wengen.
- Scenic trip to Eiger Glacier Station and through the Eiger tunnel to the Eigerwand and Eismeer stations.
- Sightseeing at the Great Aletsch Glacier, Ice Palace, Ice Gateway, Sphinx observation terrace, high alpine research exhibitions and more.
Conditions:
Exchange the Rail Europe voucher at the train station in Interlaken Ost, Grindelwald or Wengen.
ii) Mount Titlis:
At 10,000 feet, Mount Titlis, is Central Switzerland’s loftiest peak exuding a snow and ice spectacular that’s visually stunning. And, this journey in Switzerland is even more camera-compulsory because you’ll be riding in the revolving Rotair, an aerial cable car that delivers awesome 360-degree panoramic views of the snow-covered valleys, glaciers, lakes, forests, and mountains in Switzerland. And when you’re finally ready to put the lens aside, why not take full advantage of this snow paradise? Tackle the slopes (many open year-round) with some skiing or snowboarding. Or try snow tubing down a 500-ft. slide called the Fun Lift. Then walk across the Titlis Cliff Walk, this spectacular suspension bridge sits over 1,600 feet off the ground. Feeling adventurous? Go kayaking on the gorgeous mountain lake, Trubsee or visit the Glacier Grotto, a 130-mile roundtrip excursion below the earth’s surface. Want to be a little more grounded? Then hop on a Trotti-Bike (a scooter that’s not just for kids) and take a ride from Gerschnialp to Engelberg.
Here’s what’s included:
- Round-trip cable-car travel provided from Engelberg to Mount Titlis.
- Includes access to the Titlis Cliff Walk, the highest suspension bridge in Europe.
- Includes a ride on the Ice Flyer, a chairlift that spans the glacier crevasses of Mount Titlis.
- Entrance provided into the Glacier Grotto, a roundtrip excursion below the earth’s surface.
- More attractions are available at an additional charge.
Hotels and Indian Restaurants:
| City | Lucerne | Interlaken | Geneva | Zurich |
| Recommended Hotels | Ambassador*** | Cityhotel Oberland*** | Hotel Ramada Encora*** | Bristol*** |
| Drei Konige*** | Hotel Metropole**** | Savoy Hotel*** | Crown Plaza Zurich**** |
| Hotel Radisson SAS**** | Hotel Interlaken**** | Astoria*** | Senator **** |
| Hotel Monopol**** | Hotel Linder Beau Rivage***** | Hotel Warwick**** | Schweizerhof Zurich***** |
| Hotel Flora**** | | Hotel Cornavin**** | Baur Au Lac***** |
| Hotel Grand National***** | | Hotel Grand Kempinksi Geneva***** | |
| Schweizerhof***** | | | |
| Palace***** | | | |
Indian Restaurants in Geneva:
1) Bombay Restaurant
Rue de Berne 11
1201 Geneva
Tel: +41 022 732 72 82
www.bombay-restaurant.chSeated place: 80 inside, 55 outside
Catering service available 2) Bombay Palace
Rue des Eaux-Vives 102
1207 Geneva
Tel: +41 022 700 01 66
amjadhc67@hotmail.com
www.bombay-restaurant.chSeated place: 40 people 3) Cafe Bollywood
Place de la Navigation 6
1201 Geneva
Tel: +41 022 731 88 77
info@cafebollywood.ch
www.cafebollywood.chSeated place: 55 people 4) Rasoi by Vineet in the Mandarin Oriental Hotel
Quai Turrettini 1
1201 Geneva
Tel: +41 22 909 00 00
mogva-reservations@mohg.com
www.mandarinoriental.com/geneva/fine-dining/rasoi-by-vineet/Only Indian Restaurant in Switzerland with a Michelin star
Seated place: 80 people 5) Café Gandhi
Rue de Neuchâtel 37
1201 Geneva
Tel: +41 22 731 41 12
info@gandhi.ch
www.gandhi.chCatering service available
Seated place: 50 people 6) Indian Plaza
Rue de Monthoux 58
1201 Geneva
Tel: +41 22 732 07 32
info@indianplaza.ch Indian Restaurants in Interlaken:
1) Restaurant Bollywood
Jungfraujoch Top of Europe
Tel: +41 33 828 78 88
gletscherrestaurant@jungfrau.ch
www.jungfrau.chSeated place: 120 people 2) Maha Lakshmi Indian Restaurant
Panoramastrasse 3
3600 Thun
Tel: +41 33 221 50 80
info@mahalakshmi.ch
www.mahalakshmi.chCatering service available
Seated place: 30 inside and 30 outside 3) Shalimar
Höheweg 94
3800 Interlaken
Tel: +41 33 821 24 14
info@carltoneurope.ch
www.carltoneurope.ch 4) Spice India
Postgasse 6
3800 Interlaken
Tel: +41 33 821 00 91
info@city-oberland.ch
www.spice-india.netCatering service available
Seated place: 300 people 5) Indian Restaurant Taj Mahal
Marktgasse 20
3800 Interlaken
Tel: +41 33 822 04 44
tajmahal@bluewin.ch
www.tajmahalinterlaken.comSeated place: 70 people 6) Welcome India
Rosenstrasse 7
3800 Interlaken
Tel: +41 33 822 52 04
nirmalwelcomeindiaresto@yahoo.co.in Indian Restaurant in Zurich
1) Way to India
Langstrasse 192
8005 Zurich
Tel: +41 44 273 43 00
wayto.india@yahoo.comhttp://www.waytoindia-zuerich.ch
Seated place: 78 inside and 45 outside 2) Khan's
Marktgasse 17
8001 Zurich
Tel: +41 44 261 21 82
info@khans.ch
www.khans.chCatering service available (up to 120 people)
seated place: 120 people 3) Tandoori BBQ
Bleicherweg 19
8002 Zürich
Tel: +41 44 202 00 21
info@tandoori-bbq.ch
www.tandoori-bbq.chCatering service available
Seated place: 46 people 4) Taste of Paradise
Löwenstrasse 35 (Migros City, 1st floor)
8001 Zurich
Tel: +41 44 210 48 48
info@tasteofparadise.ch
www.tasteofparadise.chCatering service available
Seated place: 60 people Indian Restaurants in Lucerne:
1) Gourmindia
Baselstr. 31
6003 Luzern
Tel: +41 41 250 43 43
info@gourmindia.com
www.gourmindialuzern.comCatering service available
Seated place: 40 people 2) Kanchi
Zürichstrasse 4
6004 Luzern
Tel: +41 41 410 67 08
info@kanchi.ch
www.kanchi.chCatering service available
Seated place: 80 people 3) Masala
Zürichstrasse 55
6004 Luzern
Tel: +41 41 240 12 64
info@masala-luzern.ch
www.masala-luzern.chCatering service available
Seated place: 80 people 4) Stalden
Ibergereggstrasse
6432 Rickenbach
Tel: +41 41 811 54 34
www.croner.chucroner@bluewin.chSeated place: 60 people 5) Tandoori Indian
Kantonsstrasse 74
6048 Horw
Tel: +41 41 340 52 96
info@tandoori.ch
www.tandoori.chCatering service available
Seated place: 150 people Unique experiences
007 Walk of fame on the Schilthorn
Secret Agent 007 is about to leave new traces on the Schilthorn, when Schilthorn Cableway opens the 007 Walk of Fame on 1 August 2015. This new attraction – a world first – will be inaugurated in the presence of stars and contributors to «On Her Majesty's Secret Service.
Personalities from the world of Bond movies will be immortalized at the Schilthorn summit. Each protagonist will feature on an individual information plaque, displaying their photograph, signature and hand imprint in weathering steel, a personal message about the film's impact on their careers, and anecdotes and impressions of their time in Mürren and on the Schilthorn. These plaques will form a short circular trail that runs from the summit building to the Piz Gloria View vantage point back.