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Switzerland holidaysThe Alps, from the finest seat in the house
From the Matterhorn to the Jungfrau, discover Switzerland by rail — through glacier valleys, alpine villages and some of Europe’s most breathtaking mountain scenery.
About Switzerland
A destination beyond seasons
Switzerland is not simply a destination for a single season — it is an invitation to experience the Alps throughout the year.
Summer brings sun-drenched lakes, private terraces, scenic hikes and leisurely days surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery. Winter transforms the country into a world of immaculate snow, exceptional skiing and refined Alpine living, from December through March.
And between these seasons, Switzerland reveals another side of itself — quieter, more intimate and equally captivating.
This is Switzerland: nature at its most spectacular, hospitality at its most refined, and every journey elevated into an experience to remember.
What to see
The Switzerland we return to
Discover the places we send our most discerning travellers — and the landscapes we return to with our cameras. From iconic Alpine peaks and timeless lakeside towns to hidden valleys and exceptional mountain retreats, these are the experiences that capture the true spirit of Switzerland.
NatureZermatt & the MatterhornA car-free village beneath the most recognisable mountain in the Alps. The Gornergrat railway gives the definitive view.
AdventureJungfraujochThe 'Top of Europe' — a cogwheel railway tunnelled through the Eiger to a station at 3,454 metres, with the Aletsch Glacier below.
NatureLauterbrunnen ValleyA U-shaped glacial valley with 72 waterfalls and vertical walls on both sides. Staubbach falls almost 300 metres.
AdventureGlacier ExpressEight hours from Zermatt to St. Moritz across 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels. The slowest express train in the world.
CultureLucerneA covered wooden bridge from 1333, a lake ringed by mountains, and the easiest base for a short first visit.
NatureLake Geneva & MontreuxTerraced Lavaux vineyards, the Chillon Castle on the water, and a mild microclimate on the northern shore.Cinematic Switzerland holidays
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Why go
What Switzerland does better than anywhere else
Switzerland is for those who appreciate the extraordinary without needing it to be announced. A quiet morning beneath the Matterhorn. A private moment above the clouds. A slow lunch overlooking an Alpine lake. A beautifully timed journey through landscapes that demand nothing but your attention. Everything feels considered, yet nothing feels forced — from impeccable Swiss hospitality to journeys that unfold with remarkable precision. This is the luxury of Switzerland: less noise, more meaning; less rushing, more living. Come for the mountains. Stay for the moments you cannot replicate anywhere else.
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Zermatt & the Matterhorn
A car-free village beneath the most recognisable mountain in the Alps. The Gornergrat railway gives the definitive view.
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Jungfraujoch
The 'Top of Europe' — a cogwheel railway tunnelled through the Eiger to a station at 3,454 metres, with the Aletsch Glacier below.
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Lauterbrunnen Valley
A U-shaped glacial valley with 72 waterfalls and vertical walls on both sides. Staubbach falls almost 300 metres.
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Glacier Express
Eight hours from Zermatt to St. Moritz across 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels. The slowest express train in the world.
Practical
Planning your visit
- Best time to visit
- June to September for hiking, lakes and clear mountain views. December to March for skiing. April, May and November are quiet, and many mountain lifts close for maintenance.
- Getting there
- 6h 15m non-stop to Zurich (ZRH); 6h 30m to Geneva
- Currency
- Swiss Franc (CHF)
- Languages
- German, French, Italian and Romansh; English widely spoken
- Time zone
- CET (UTC+1/+2) — 2 to 3 hours behind the UAE
- Entry requirements
- Switzerland is in the Schengen Area. Most non-EU travellers need a Schengen visa arranged in advance. We prepare the full application and supporting documents.
Entry rules, tourism taxes and health requirements change without notice and depend on your passport. Everything above is confirmed by our operations desk before your booking is finalised.
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Switzerland in frames
Questions
Before you book
Do you offer Switzerland holiday packages from Dubai?
Yes, built around the rail network rather than a car. Zurich is 6h 15m non-stop, and a Swiss Travel Pass turns the transport itself into the sightseeing. We plan the route, the passes and the mountain excursions and quote it in AED.
Zermatt or the Jungfrau region?
Zermatt for the Matterhorn and a car-free village; the Jungfrau region — Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, Wengen — for more valleys within reach of one base. A first visit that wants both usually needs eight nights, and Lucerne is the easiest short-trip base.
Is Switzerland a summer or a winter trip?
Both, and they are different holidays. June to September is hiking, lake swimming and the high passes open; December to March is skiing and the mountain railways running through snow. The shoulder weeks in between are the quietest and the cheapest.
Is the Swiss Travel Pass worth it?
For most itineraries, yes. It covers trains, buses, boats and city transport, includes over 500 museums, and discounts the mountain railways. We calculate it against your route before booking.
Zermatt or the Jungfrau region?
Zermatt for the single most iconic mountain and a car-free village. The Jungfrau region for variety — more valleys, more lifts and more to do across several days. With a week, do both.
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