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Swiss Culinary Highlights by Rail: Montreux to Bern

Switzerland | Tour Code: 14973

STARTS AND ENDS
Montreux To
Bern
TRAVEL PERIODS
April - October
EXPERIENCE
TRAVEL STYLE
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Savour Swiss culinary highlights on a 7-day escape, think lakeside castles, vineyard tastings, scenic rail, cheese tours & risotto under the stars.

Highlights

  • Tour the historic Maison Cailler, Switzerland’s oldest chocolate factory

  • Explore the medieval Chillon Castle on the shores of Lake Geneva

  • Guided tasting tour of Lugano, sampling local specialties including white Merlot

  • Participate in a traditional Risotto Workshop by Lake Lugano

  • Free time in Bern to shop or visit one of over 200 local breweries and microbreweries

  • Visit to the Emmental region and interactive “Königsweg” cheese experience

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Overview

Explore the flavours of Switzerland on this 7-day journey through its diverse regions. Begin in Montreux with wine tasting in the UNESCO-listed Lavaux vineyards and a visit to Chillon Castle. In Gruyères and Broc, indulge in iconic cheese and chocolate experiences at La Maison Gruyères and Cailler.

Travel through scenic landscapes to Lugano, where you'll cook your own risotto at a traditional grotto. Discover Lucerne’s charm, learn about Emmental cheese production, and finish in Bern with a guided tour and time to enjoy the local beer scene. A perfect blend of food, culture, and Swiss hospitality.

Inclusions

  • 1-night in Lugano in a 4* hotel
  • 1-night in Lucerne in a 4* hotel
  • 2-nights in Bern in a 4* hotel
  • 2-nights in Montreux in a 4* hotel
  • Daily Breakfast
  • Guided city tour in Lucerne
  • Guided city tour in Bern
  • Risotto Workshop in Lugano including Lake Cruise
  • Entrance to Chillon Castle
  • Entrance to Emmentaler Show Dairy
  • Swiss Travel Pass 8 days in 2nd class
  • 50% discount on additional rail tickets (local transport) and some mountain excursions

Itinerary

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Travel individually to Montreux by public transport.

Upon arrival, visit the iconic Chillon Castle, one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval castles, dramatically set on a rock along the shores of Lake Geneva.

In the afternoon, enjoy an excursion to the UNESCO-listed Lavaux vineyards, where centuries-old wine-making traditions thrive on sun-drenched terraced hillsides. You can add an optional wine tasting (extra cost) surrounded by breathtaking views of the lake and the Alps.

Overnight in Montreux in a 4* hotel

Montreux
Chillon Castle

After breakfast, embark on a delicious journey into Switzerland’s most iconic flavours. Travel from Montreux to Gruyères, where you'll visit La Maison du Gruyère and discover the secrets behind the country’s famous cheese at a traditional show dairy. In the afternoon, satisfy your sweet tooth with a visit to Maison Cailler, Switzerland’s oldest chocolate factory, where the rich history of Swiss chocolate comes to life.

Overnight in Montreux in a 4* hotel.

 

Breakfast
Montreux → Gruyères → Montreux
Town of Gruyères

After two nights in the French-speaking part of Switzerland, it’s time to explore the Italian-speaking region. Travel by train through the Valais to Domodossola in Italy, then board the panoramic Centovalli Railway to Locarno.

From there, take a short train ride to Lugano, Ticino’s largest city, where you’ll join a Risotto Workshop in a traditional Ticino grotto. A brief boat trip** across the lake brings you to Grotto San Rocco, where your host will guide you in preparing classic “Grotto Risotto,” paired with local wine.

Overnight in Lugano in a 4* hotel.

**Please note that from September to December, the workshop is held in Lugano’s city centre without the lake cruise.

Breakfast
Montreux → Centovalli Railway → Lugano

After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour of Lugano with tasting stops featuring local specialties, including the famous white Merlot.

Following the tour, travel by train to Lucerne where you’ll have the afternoon at leisure. 

Overnight in Lucerne in a 4* hotel.

Breakfast
Lugano → Lucerne 
Chapel Bridge, Lucerne

After breakfast, start your day with a guided walking tour of Lucerne to learn about the city’s history and daily life.

Then, travel to the Emmental region to Affoltern im Emmental for the interactive "Königsweg" experience, where you’ll see how famous Swiss Emmentaler cheese is made and have the chance to taste it.

After the tour, continue to Bern for your overnight stay.

Overnight in Bern in a 4* hotel.

Breakfast
Lucerne → Emmental region → Bern
Emmental region

After breakfast, take a guided walking tour of Bern’s old town, exploring its historic landmarks and charming streets.

The afternoon is at your leisure, use this time to shop for souvenirs in the famous od town or visit one of Bern’s many breweries and microbreweries to experience the local beer culture.

Overnight in Bern in a 4* hotel.

Breakfast
Bern
Bern

After breakfast, individual return journey to your ending point in Switzerland.

Breakfast

Optional Extras

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Additional Information

OFFICIAL LANGUAGE
French, Swiss - German, Italian, Romansh
LOCAL CURRENCY
SWISS FRANC

FROM price reflects the lowest available price within the advertised travel period (e.g. April to October). Pricing varies depending on travel dates, availability and demand, and may not be available on all departures. Higher pricing applies during peak and shoulder periods. Final pricing is confirmed at the time of enquiry or booking. Please refer to Pricing & Price Conditions for full details, including inclusions, exclusions and other conditions.

We work with a selection of hotels in each location. All bookings are subject to availability, which means our team will confirm your specific hotels upon confirmation and payment of deposit. 

Montreux Jazz Festival July 2026 can be booked upon request, subject to availability, rate changes, and minimum stay requirements.

Itinerary can be booked in reverse. Package is based on a TAM ticket starting in Geneva and ending in Bern (other start/end points possible). 

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