Christmas in the Alps, New Year on the Seine
Christmas in Switzerland, New Year in Paris
Three nights above Lucerne, then the train into Paris for the 31st.
Your Christmas & New Year journey
A mountain Christmas.
A Paris New Year.
Three nights in the mountain town of Engelberg above Lucerne, a Christmas Day in the Alps, then the train into Paris in time for New Year's Eve on the Seine. Confirmed so far: 3 nights in Engelberg, a private Lindt Home of Chocolate slot, and a New Year's Eve dinner near the Seine. The day-by-day plan below is a proposed itinerary built around those confirmed elements — exact attractions, excursions and timings are still subject to confirmation with your trip planner.
- Duration
- 11 days / 10 nights
- Starts in
- Zurich
- Ends in
- Paris
- Countries
- Switzerland, France
A few things to look forward to
- 3 nights in Engelberg, not an airport hotel
- Lindt Chocolate Factory, private slot
- New Year's Eve dinner near the Seine
- 10 nights, Switzerland to France
- Christmas markets and Christmas Day in the Alps (proposed)
Your route
Unpack in 3 places.
Overnight bases along the way, with sightseeing and excursions from each stop.
- Zurich1 night
- Engelberg3 nights
- Paris6 nights
Route shown schematically. Explore each day below for excursion stops.
Every day, a new perspective.
01Day 1 · Arrival in ZurichOvernight in Zurich
Arrival at Zurich Airport
Meet and greet by our representative and transfer to the hotel.
Proposed itinerary: attractions, timings and inclusions on this page are still subject to confirmation with your trip planner.
Evening at leisure
Settle in ahead of the journey into the mountains.
- Meals listed
- Dinner
- Where you'll stay
- Zurich
02Day 2 · Zurich – Lindt Home of Chocolate, Kilchberg – EngelbergOvernight in Engelberg
Lindt Home of Chocolate, Kilchberg
Visit the Lindt Home of Chocolate on a private slot. Time at the Lindt Chocolate Shop to purchase chocolates and souvenirs.
Zurich – Engelberg
Continue to Engelberg, a mountain town above Lucerne, and check in for the first of three nights.
- Meals listed
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Where you'll stay
- Engelberg
03Day 3 · Christmas Eve in EngelbergOvernight in Engelberg
Engelberg village & Christmas markets
Free time to explore Engelberg's Christmas markets and village streets ahead of Christmas Eve.
Christmas Eve dinner
Christmas Eve dinner in Engelberg.
- Meals listed
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Where you'll stay
- Engelberg
04Day 4 · Christmas Day in the AlpsOvernight in Engelberg
Christmas Day, free at leisure
A quiet Christmas Day in the mountains, with free time to enjoy Engelberg and the surrounding Alpine scenery.
- Meals listed
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Where you'll stay
- Engelberg
05Day 5 · Engelberg – Zurich – TGV to ParisOvernight in Paris
Engelberg – Zurich
Check out from Engelberg and transfer back towards Zurich.
TGV to Paris
Board the TGV high-speed train into Paris. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and check in.
- Meals listed
- Breakfast
- Where you'll stay
- Paris
06Day 6 · Paris | City Tour & Eiffel TowerOvernight in Paris
Paris panoramic sightseeing
Explore some of the city's most iconic landmarks.
Eiffel Tower
Visit the Eiffel Tower, the enduring symbol of Paris. Time for photographs, admiring the Parisian skyline.
- Meals listed
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Where you'll stay
- Paris
07Day 7 · Paris | Seine River CruiseOvernight in Paris
Seine River Cruise
A scenic Seine River Cruise offering views of Paris's historic landmarks, monuments and elegant bridges from the water.
- Meals listed
- Breakfast
- Where you'll stay
- Paris
08Day 8 · Paris | Free DayOvernight in Paris
Free day in Paris
A free day for shopping and exploring Paris at your own pace ahead of New Year's Eve.
- Meals listed
- Breakfast
- Where you'll stay
- Paris
09Day 9 · New Year's Eve near the SeineOvernight in Paris
Free time in Paris
Free time to explore before the evening's celebrations.
New Year's Eve dinner
New Year's Eve dinner near the Seine, followed by the evening's celebrations.
- Meals listed
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Where you'll stay
- Paris
10Day 10 · New Year's Day in ParisOvernight in Paris
New Year's Day, free at leisure
Free time to enjoy Paris on New Year's Day.
- Meals listed
- Breakfast
- Where you'll stay
- Paris
11Day 11 · Paris – Departure with MemoriesDeparture day
Check-out
Check out from the hotel.
Airport Transfer
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
- Meals listed
- Breakfast
- Your journey ends
- Paris
Before you decide
Meals and sightseeing.
The day-by-day plan lists meals, sightseeing stops and overnight cities. Attraction admission, flights, hotels and final meal arrangements will be confirmed in your quotation.
A proposed itinerary
The route and day-by-day plan on this page are a proposed itinerary built around the confirmed elements described above. Ask your planner to confirm the exact attractions, excursions and timings before booking.
Plan around the day
Mountain experiences depend on weather, and some excursions depend on seasonal opening and access. Arrival and departure activities depend on your flight times.
Questions before travelling
Can I travel from my home city in India?
This itinerary starts in Zurich and ends in Paris. Tell us your departure city so your planner can discuss flight options and airport arrangements.
Can you arrange vegetarian or Jain meals?
Share your food requirements when you enquire. Your planner will confirm what can be arranged for each part of the journey before you book.
Can we choose our room arrangements?
Tell us how many adults and children are travelling, their ages and your room preferences. Ask your planner to confirm hotels, room options and any additional charges in your quotation.
Is this trip suitable for someone with limited mobility?
The itinerary includes village walks and mountain time. Describe any mobility needs so your planner can confirm walking, stairs, transport access and suitable arrangements before you decide.
What about visas, payments and cancellation?
Ask your planner to explain visa assistance, the documents needed, payment dates and cancellation terms with your quotation. Review these before making a booking.