Overview
Destination:
Italy,
Switzerland,
Start:Zurich, Switzerland
Finish:Rome, Italy
Finish:Rome, Italy
Duration:22 days
Type:Group tour (max 48)
Tripcode:
138500
Travel Period
September 2026 - September 2026
22 days from Zürich to Rome
Discover the best of Switzerland and Italy on this unforgettable tour. Marvel at Switzerland’s majestic mountains, charming resorts, and historic towns, then cross into Italy to explore its stunning architecture, rich landscapes, delicious cuisine, and world-class art.Ride the iconic Glacier Express from Zermatt, nestled beneath the Matterhorn, to glamorous St. Moritz. Then board the Bernina Express, the highest railway across the Alps, for breathtaking views of glaciers, alpine streams, and dramatic bridges. In Zermatt, enjoy the Gornergrat cog railway for spectacular Matterhorn vistas. Travel on the GoldenPass Express train to Montreux, the elegant Swiss Riviera on Lake Geneva. Then, head into Italy to experience the Cinque Terre, five cliffside villages with unforgettable sea views. In Tuscany, admire rolling hills, vineyards, and olive groves, and relax by Lake Maggiore before visiting Lugano, a Swiss town with Mediterranean charm.In southern Italy, soak in the coastal beauty of Sorrento and Capri, and explore the ancient ruins of Pompeii. In Rome, see iconic landmarks and Vatican City with a local guide. Visit Genoa’s medieval district, Assisi’s Basilica of St. Francis, and enjoy guided tours in Florence, Rome, Assisi, and Genoa. End your journey in Venice, with a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and its romantic canals.
All This. Included
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore in smaller groups with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, and complimentary headsets. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app. Your Tour Includes:• GoldenPass Express train to Montreux• Orientation tour of Montreux, the “Swiss Riviera”• Scenic Glacier Express train • Bernina Express train from St. Moritz to Tirano• Orientation walking tour of Lucerne• Gornergrat cog railway ride Scenic orientation tour of Interlaken• Guided sightseeing in Rome, featuring St. Peter’s Square• Guided sightseeing in Florence• Scenic mini-train to Piazza dei Miracoli, site of the Leaning Tower of Pisa• Scenic train through Cinque Terre• Guided sightseeing in Genoa • Visit to Milan • Excursion to Lugano• Visit to Verona • Venice boat ride to St. Mark’s Square, featuring glass-blowing workshop• Guided sightseeing in archaeological Pompeii • Scenic ferry to the Mediterranean island of Capri
Discover the best of Switzerland and Italy on this unforgettable tour. Marvel at Switzerland’s majestic mountains, charming resorts, and historic towns, then cross into Italy to explore its stunning architecture, rich landscapes, delicious cuisine, and world-class art.Ride the iconic Glacier Express from Zermatt, nestled beneath the Matterhorn, to glamorous St. Moritz. Then board the Bernina Express, the highest railway across the Alps, for breathtaking views of glaciers, alpine streams, and dramatic bridges. In Zermatt, enjoy the Gornergrat cog railway for spectacular Matterhorn vistas. Travel on the GoldenPass Express train to Montreux, the elegant Swiss Riviera on Lake Geneva. Then, head into Italy to experience the Cinque Terre, five cliffside villages with unforgettable sea views. In Tuscany, admire rolling hills, vineyards, and olive groves, and relax by Lake Maggiore before visiting Lugano, a Swiss town with Mediterranean charm.In southern Italy, soak in the coastal beauty of Sorrento and Capri, and explore the ancient ruins of Pompeii. In Rome, see iconic landmarks and Vatican City with a local guide. Visit Genoa’s medieval district, Assisi’s Basilica of St. Francis, and enjoy guided tours in Florence, Rome, Assisi, and Genoa. End your journey in Venice, with a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and its romantic canals.
All This. Included
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore in smaller groups with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, and complimentary headsets. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app. Your Tour Includes:• GoldenPass Express train to Montreux• Orientation tour of Montreux, the “Swiss Riviera”• Scenic Glacier Express train • Bernina Express train from St. Moritz to Tirano• Orientation walking tour of Lucerne• Gornergrat cog railway ride Scenic orientation tour of Interlaken• Guided sightseeing in Rome, featuring St. Peter’s Square• Guided sightseeing in Florence• Scenic mini-train to Piazza dei Miracoli, site of the Leaning Tower of Pisa• Scenic train through Cinque Terre• Guided sightseeing in Genoa • Visit to Milan • Excursion to Lugano• Visit to Verona • Venice boat ride to St. Mark’s Square, featuring glass-blowing workshop• Guided sightseeing in archaeological Pompeii • Scenic ferry to the Mediterranean island of Capri
Notes:
- One piece of luggage per person, not exceeding 20 kg/44 lbs will be transported from the lobby of your overnight hotel to the next overnight hotel on travelling days. As for the hand luggage, a small backpack/handbag containing essentials for the day (such as water, raincoat, essential medication, money, etc.) to carry during the train journeys and daily activities is recomendable. This rail tour requires guests to walk between hotels and train stations. Uneven terrain and stairs in some train stations and included experiences may pose challenges for guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs. High altitudes may be challenging for some guests. Maximum elevation is 10,100 ft. (3086 m) at Gornergrat and 5,978 ft (1,822 m) at St. Moritz.This is a combined itinerary of two tours; therefore, the tour director and travel companion will differ for each segment.
What's Included
- 20 Breakfasts, 7 Dinners
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Your Itinerary
Day 1 - ARRIVE IN ZURICH, SWITZERLAND
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Day 2 - ZURICH–LUCERNE
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Day 3 - LUCERNE–INTERLAKEN–GOLDENPASS EXPRESS TRAIN TO MONTREUX–LAUSANNE
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Day 4 - LAUSANNE–MONTREUX–TÄSCH–ZERMATT AREA
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Day 5 - ZERMATT. GORNERGRAT EXCURSION
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Day 6 - ZERMATT AREA–GLACIER EXPRESS–ST. MORITZ
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Day 7 - ST. MORITZ. BERNINA EXPRESS EXCURSION TO TIRANO, ITALY
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Day 8 - ST. MORITZ–ZURICH
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Day 9 - ZURICH-ROME, ITALY
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Day 10 - ROME
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Day 11 - ROME–PISA–MONTECATINI
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Day 12 - MONTECATINI. EXCURSION TO FLORENCE
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Day 13 - MONTECATINI–LA SPEZIA–CINQUE TERRE–GENOA
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Day 14 - GENOA–MILAN–LAKE MAGGIORE
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Day 15 - LAKE MAGGIORE. EXCURSION TO LUGANO, SWITZERLAND
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Day 16 - LAKE MAGGIORE–VERONA–VENICE AREA
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Day 17 - VENICE
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Day 18 - VENICE AREA–ASSISI–FOLIGNO
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Day 19 - FOLIGNO–POMPEII–SORRENTO COAST
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Day 20 - SORRENTO COAST. BOAT TRIP TO CAPRI
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Day 21 - SORRENTO COAST–ROME
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Day 22 - ROME
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Cosmos offers affordable, expertly planned tours that make exploring the world accessible and enjoyable. With a focus on value, comfort, and enriching experiences, their itineraries cover a wide range of destinations, from the historic cities of Europe to the natural wonders of North America. Enjoy guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and the perfect balance of free time and planned activities.
Tripcode: 6063
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