Day 2: Lavaux UNESCO World heritage and Chillon Castle

Hiking time approximately 2 hours
Breakfast at the hotel

You will have a minibus transfer to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Lavaux vineyards. The work of these vineyards reflect a thousand years of labor. To make the most of the long hours of sunshine, the slopes were reduced by forming terraces which eventually resulted in a highly appreciated wine called Chasselas. Lavaux  terraces on the steep slopes extend all the way down to Lake Geneva, covering an area of 830 hectares (about 2050 acres) between Lausanne and Montreux. The site enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm temperatures and the reflection of the light from the lake.

The Lavaux vineyard has eight AOC wine appellations: Lutry, Villette,Epesses, Calamin, Dézaley, St-Saphorin, Chardonne, and Vevey-Montreux. It mainly produces Chasselas wines, which are fruity and dry with subtle aromas. You will enjoy several wine tastings and short walks through the vineyards. 

In the afternoon, you will visit the Chillon Castle located on a rocky isle. This medieval fortress is one of the most visited monuments in Switzerland.

Dinner in Montreux
Overnight at Grand hotel Suisse Majestic****, Montreux

Day 3: Gruyère

Hiking time approximately 1.5 hours
Breakfast at the hotel

The Chocolate train will today take you on a sweet and scenic ride to Gruyères Castle. You will travel first class between Montreux-Gruyères-Broc and back in Belle Epoque cars on the GoldenPass Panoramic train. A visit to the castle will be a journey across eight centuries of architecture, history, and culture. The castle, constructed in the 13th century, was the residence of the Counts of Gruyères.

Snuggling near the mountain pastures at the foot of Gruyères Castle, La Maison du Gruyère will allow you to discover Le Gruyère AOC and will allow you a sensory experiece with its fragrances and tastes. You will discover the secrets of cheese-making according ancient tradition.

Who has not dreamed of visiting a chocolate factory? You will discover the process of chocolate manufacturing and the odors that come from it in the famous Maison Cailler chocolate factory.

Dinner in Montreux
Overnight at Grand hotel Suisse Majestic****, Montreux

Day 4: Zermatt - at the foot of the Matterhorn

Hiking time approximately 1 hour
Breakfast at the hotel

This morning, you will head to your final destination which is  Zermatt. Along the way, you will pass through the Rhone Valley that is famous for its wine. Zermatt lies at the foot of the Matterhorn and the town's touristic development is closely linked to what is likely the world's most famous mountain. Zermatt is a car-free town and has preserved a unique and charming character. Tonight you will enjoy the traditional Swiss Raclette.

Dinner in Zermatt
Overnight in Zermatt at Hotel Mirabau****, Zermatt

Day 5: Zermatt

Hiking time approx. 2 hours Up 300 m, down 300 m

After a hotel breakfast you will enjoy an excursion to Gornergrat where you will see an amazing view of the world famous Matterhorn.

For more than 100 years the Gornergrat Bahn train has been making the ascent to the panoramic mountain. This is truly a unique and wonderful experience to ride Europe's highest open-air cogwheel railway as it climbs to the Gornergrat at an elevation of 9.339 km. The train crosses impressive bridges and tunnels, through idyllic forests and alpine meadows, and past rocky gorges and tarns. All along the way are vistas of the Matterhorn.

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SUBJECT TO ITINERARY AND HOTEL CHANGES!

Hiking times can vary depending on the weather and travel group.