Small, mountainous, wealthy and best known for its financial institutions, fine cheeses and chocolate, luxurious watches and fairytale views, Switzerland is envied worldwide for its quality of life that ticks like clockwork.

From stylish resort towns like Zermatt and glitzy St Moritz, to the ancient capital of Berne, from the cosmopolitan cities of Zurich and Lucerne to the majestic snow capped Alps set against a backdrop of blue skies, Switzerland is a melting pot of amazing nature and fascinating culture.

With four official languages each region has a distinct culture and atmosphere that reflects its closest neighbouring country making Switzerland a diverse destination with many surprising faces.

Key Highlights

Synonymous with international banking, Zurich is now one of Europe’s trendiest cities. From the famous Bahnhofstrasse shopping mile to the Schipfe artisan quarter, Zurich is an exciting mix of tradition, culture, quaint old squares and streets, riverside cafes and funky bars.

Surrounded by mountains and lakes, Lucerne is a perfect base to explore the region in between visiting the city’s quality museums, taking a stroll over the Kapellbrucke and wandering through medieval cobbled alleys.

Geneva, Switzerland’s second largest city and European headquarters for the United Nations and Red Cross, is tucked away in the south western corner of the Alps. With its cosmopolitan atmosphere, bustling streets and squares, vibrant cultural life, myriad boutiques and department stores, Geneva has something to offer everyone.

Berne with its old sandstone buildings, historic towns and fountains, is one of the finest examples of medieval civic architecture in Europe. Its appearance has remained virtually unchanged for centuries, earning Berne a place on the UNESCO list.

In Depth

Nestled on the bend of the Rhine, Basel is a city full of surprises and offers a unique range of culture and art. This city possesses one of Europe’s most attractive and best-preserved Old Towns.

St Moritz is set in a spectacular setting in the Southern Alps. This stylish and fashionable village is often dubbed the playground for the rich and famous. Enjoy a ride on the Glacier Express from the stylish resort town Zermatt to extravagant St Moritz.

Lausanne is a picturesque hillside city situated on the shores of Lake Geneva. With vistas of blue water, white capped Alps and stylish cobblestone shopping streets this former fishing village is now a charming and elegant, cosmopolitan city.

Best known for its annual jazz festival, Montreux offers an exclusive retreat with a stunning location on Lake Geneva. Nearby is the Chateau de Chillon (3.5km), made famous by Lord Byron in his poem Prisoner of Chillon, a highlight not to be missed!