A Tale of Christmas – Zurich, Lucerne & Black Forest (Private) from US$3,913

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(US$7,826 Total Price )

Created: Sunday, September 20, 2026

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Trip Overview

Experience the festive magic of Zurich and its surrounding regions on this 5-night Christmas getaway. Stay in the heart of Zurich and enjoy private excursions to Rhine Falls, Stein am Rhein, Lucerne and Germany’s Black Forest, along with Zurich’s charming Christmas markets. With private airport transfers, comfortable accommodation and carefully planned festive experiences, this package offers a wonderful blend of sightseeing, Christmas celebrations and leisure time.

Day-Wise Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Zurich & Christmas Market Tour

Arrive at Zurich Airport and enjoy a private transfer to Hotel. In the evening, experience a 2-hour Zurich Christmas Market Tour, exploring beautifully decorated festive streets, Christmas stalls and the magical holiday atmosphere of Zurich.

Day 2 – Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein – Private Tour

Enjoy a full-day private tour to Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein. Witness the spectacular Rhine Falls and continue to the charming medieval town of Stein am Rhein, famous for its colourful frescoed buildings and historic old town.

Day 3 – Christmas in Zurich & Lucerne – Private Tour

Discover the festive charm of Zurich and Lucerne on a full-day private tour. Explore beautifully illuminated streets, seasonal decorations and Christmas markets while experiencing two of Switzerland’s most picturesque cities.

Day 4 – Zurich at Leisure

Spend the day at your own pace. Explore Zurich’s Old Town, Bahnhofstrasse, Lake Zurich, cafés and shopping areas, or simply enjoy the festive atmosphere of the city.

Day 5 – Black Forest Christmas Market – Private Tour

Travel by private vehicle to Germany’s beautiful Black Forest region for a full-day Christmas experience. Enjoy picturesque winter scenery and soak up the traditional festive atmosphere of a Black Forest Christmas market.

Day 6 – Departure from Zurich

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and take your private transfer to Zurich Airport for your onward journey, concluding your Christmas holiday in Switzerland.

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About the destination

Zurich labours under the misconception that it is nothing more than a sterile banking city – don't believe a word of it. True, Zurich plays home to one of the largest stock exchanges in the world and is the financial motor of Switzerland itself, but step back from the markets and share prices and you'll find an arty, trend-conscious and vibrant city. Just hang in Zurich West for a while. Its former warehouses, viaducts and ship building caverns have been converted into art centres, funky bars and quirky boutiques. Along Langstrasse, the city’s notorious red light district, you’re now as likely to take home a chic handbag crafted by an emerging designer as you are a piece of skirt. Zurich’s character booms from the speakers of the annual Street Parade, a mammoth techno festival that weaves through the city with DJs and minimally-clad dancers on floats. There isn’t a banker’s tie in sight. If there is in the pretty east bank quarter of Niederdorf, it’s loosened. These medieval streets are abuzz with cafés on corners, trendy taprooms and world-class restaurants. It’s easy to while away an afternoon just absorbing its laidback atmosphere, especially in summer when the riverside take on a beach vibe. Winter is special too. Under the spell of snow, the cobbled alleyways, fountains, lakeside promenades and stunning architecture of the Old Town were made for the stroke of an artist’s brush. This is when one of Europe’s best Christmas markets rolls into town and the warming citruses and cinnamons of the glühwein (mulled wine) stalls fill the air. Shoppers will be in their element here at any time of year. Zurich’s flashy side is evident in the upmarket designer boutiques of Bahnhofstrasse, the city’s main shopping drag. But this is no longer a city for the smart set alone; there are plenty of unusual shops to be discovered down hidden streets. Sitting astride the River Limmat and the northern tip of Lake Zurich, Mother Nature certainly smiles down on Switzerland’s biggest city. Architects were courteous in their additions too - just check out the Fraumünster and Grossmünster churches, which face each other across the river. Then, when you’ve had enough of the city’s diverse array of restaurants, first-rate museums and pulsing nightlife, there’s always the nearby Uetliberg mountain or a boat trip on Lake Zurich to enjoy – if only to catch your breath before diving back into the city’s delights again.

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Included services

01 Dec

Transfer

Transfer - Private: Standard Private Standard Car (Car)

Zurich (ZRH)

Opera Hotel Zurich

Pick-up time: 12:00

Journey time: 30 minutes

Private Standard Cars operate a door to door service across our destinations around the world
The driver will meet you via a ‘Meet & Greet’ service either at the arrivals hall or at our partner’s desk, and you will enjoy the relaxed journey that your private transfer gives you
Vehicle types vary and whilst in the majority of locations you will be transported in a saloon vehicle in some, you may be transported in a larger vehicle
In all cases, you will be the only passengers in your vehicle, giving you a peaceful journey to and from your destination
Further Arrival and Departure information will be provided on your booking voucher
Maximum 3 hand suitcases

01 Dec

Accommodation

5 Nights

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Opera Hotel Zurich

8.5

Very good

3003

Zürich - At 0.8 km from the centreWITH BREAKFASTDufourstrasse 5, Zürich 8008

Smart Room

With a stay at Opera Hotel Zurich, you'll be centrally located in Zürich, a 1-minute drive from Bahnhofstrasse and 7 minutes from Letzigrund Stadium. This hotel is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Zoo Zurich and 4.3 mi (7 km) from Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria.

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and shopping on site.

Make yourself at home in one of the 58 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Zürich? This hotel has 484 square feet (45 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

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02 Dec

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05 Dec

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Transfer

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Opera Hotel Zurich

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Pick-up time: Pending to be confirmed

Journey time: 30 minutes

Private Standard Cars operate a door to door service across our destinations around the world
The driver will meet you via a ‘Meet & Greet’ service either at the arrivals hall or at our partner’s desk, and you will enjoy the relaxed journey that your private transfer gives you
Vehicle types vary and whilst in the majority of locations you will be transported in a saloon vehicle in some, you may be transported in a larger vehicle
In all cases, you will be the only passengers in your vehicle, giving you a peaceful journey to and from your destination
Further Arrival and Departure information will be provided on your booking voucher
Maximum 3 hand suitcases

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2 Adults

Nights 5

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Destinations 1

Accommodations 1

Activities 4

Transfers 2