Swiss Lakes and Cities — Geneva, Bern and Basel

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7-Day Swiss Lakes and Cities — Geneva, Bern and Basel

The western, French-speaking half of Switzerland — Geneva and its lakefront, Bern with its medieval arcades and bear park, and Basel with its art museums and the Rhine. Less mountain-focused than the Interlaken circuit; better for families with young children who prefer flat walking to summit railways.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Geneva
Airport pickup. Jet d'Eau, Old Town, lakefront.
Meals
Dinner
Stay
Geneva
Day 2: Geneva and Montreux
CERN (exterior), Château de Chillon on Lake Geneva, Montreux jazz promenade.
Meals
Breakfast
Stay
Geneva
Day 3: Bern
Train to Bern. Old City arcades, Bear Park, Zytglogge clock tower, rose garden.
Meals
Breakfast
Stay
Bern
Day 4: Bernese Oberland
Day trip to Grindelwald or Thun — lake and castle, mountains in the backdrop.
Meals
Breakfast
Stay
Bern
Day 5: Basel
Train to Basel. Old Town, Münster cathedral, Rhine cruise, Kunstmuseum.
Meals
Breakfast
Stay
Basel
Day 6: Basel
Beyeler Foundation. Free afternoon. Dinner on the Rhine.
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Stay
Basel
Day 7: Departure
Transfer to Basel–Mulhouse airport or Zurich.
Meals
Breakfast

Trip Highlights

Jet d'Eau on Lake Geneva
Old Bern — UNESCO World Heritage medieval city
Art Basel museums — Kunstmuseum and Beyeler
Rhine cruise from Basel
Château de Chillon on Lake Geneva

What's included

Accommodation as per the itinerary on twin sharing in 3-star and 4-star hotels
Daily breakfast throughout
All transfers by private vehicle or Swiss trains as per the itinerary
Swiss Travel Pass for unlimited rail, bus and lake boat travel (where the itinerary includes one)
Entry to Jungfrau Top of Europe or the Titlis summit where listed
Airport transfers on arrival and departure

What's not included

International airfare to and from Switzerland
Schengen visa + separate Swiss visa (Switzerland is not in Schengen)
Lunch and dinner unless specified
Travel insurance (mandatory for Swiss visa application)
Ski passes, skiing lessons and equipment rental
Optional paragliding, river rafting and cable car upgrades beyond the itinerary
Tips and gratuities
Anything not listed under inclusions

Pickup point

Zurich Airport or Geneva Airport (confirmed at booking)

Cancellation policy

Cancel 30 days or more before departure — full refund minus a ₹4,000 processing fee.

Cancel 15 to 29 days before departure — 50% of the trip cost is refunded.

Cancel 7 to 14 days before departure — 25% of the trip cost is refunded.

Cancel within 7 days of departure — no refund.

Switzerland is outside the Schengen area; a Swiss National (Type C) visa is required separately. Visa costs are non-refundable once applied.

Frequently asked questions

Do Indians need a visa for Switzerland?

Yes — and Switzerland is not in the Schengen area, so a separate Swiss National visa is required in addition to any Schengen visa. Applications go through the Swiss Embassy in New Delhi, Mumbai or other cities. Processing takes 2–4 weeks. Travel insurance is mandatory for the application.

What is the best time to visit Switzerland?

June to September for alpine hikes and green valleys — all mountain railways and cable cars are fully operational. December to March for skiing and Christmas markets in Lucerne and Zurich. April and May are beautiful with wildflowers but some high altitude routes may still be closed. November is the quietest and cheapest month.

Is Switzerland expensive?

It is one of the most expensive countries in Europe. A basic restaurant meal costs CHF 25–40. Mountain excursions like Jungfrau add CHF 200+ per person. We bundle the key costs into the package so there are no surprises, but plan for CHF 50–100 per day in personal spending.

Can we ski in Switzerland in December?

Yes — resorts like Zermatt, Verbier and St Moritz are fully operational from early December. Beginner ski lessons are available at all major resorts. Ski equipment rental is available on site. We can add a ski package to any December–March trip.

Is Switzerland good for Indians who don't like cold weather?

The valley towns — Interlaken, Lucerne, Geneva, Zurich — are temperate in summer (20–25°C). Even in July the summits are well below freezing, so warm layers are needed for Jungfrau (3,454 m) and Titlis (3,238 m) regardless of season. Late June to early September is the most comfortable weather for most Indian visitors.

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Switzerland

Jungfrau, Interlaken and the lake that invented the postcard.

Know Before You Go

Do Indians need a visa for Switzerland?Yes — and Switzerland is not in the Schengen area, so a separate Swiss National visa is required in addition to any Schengen visa. Applications go through the Swiss Embassy in New Delhi, Mumbai or other cities. Processing takes 2–4 weeks. Travel insurance is mandatory for the application.
What is the best time to visit Switzerland?June to September for alpine hikes and green valleys — all mountain railways and cable cars are fully operational. December to March for skiing and Christmas markets in Lucerne and Zurich. April and May are beautiful with wildflowers but some high altitude routes may still be closed. November is the quietest and cheapest month.
Is Switzerland expensive?It is one of the most expensive countries in Europe. A basic restaurant meal costs CHF 25–40. Mountain excursions like Jungfrau add CHF 200+ per person. We bundle the key costs into the package so there are no surprises, but plan for CHF 50–100 per day in personal spending.

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