Switzerland

Our tour officially begins this evening with a warm welcome and an extraordinary dinner that will introduce you to the innovative and multi-cultural culinary innovation of Zurich. We’ll gather at one of the city’s most beloved vegan restaurants, where the chefs are passionately using local, seasonal, and global flavors and cooking methods.

As we sit down to our first dinner together, you’ll enjoy lovingly crafted dishes such as white bean mousse, charred cabbage, and a rosewater sundae along with optional craft cocktails or wine. Each bite tells a story of the cosmopolitan openness of the Swiss people. Over the course of the evening, you’ll meet your fellow travelers, hear about the days to come, and share in the anticipation of the week ahead. There will be time to toast new friendships, soak in the ambiance, and ease into the rhythm of the country.

The next morning, after a breakfast and orientation, we’ll begin our exploration of the historic, meticulously preserved quarter of old Zürich. One of the oldest areas of the northern part of the city, it has managed to preserve its cobbled streets, stunning architecture, and elegant European spirit. It is a place where merchants, thinkers, and reformers have shaped history for centuries, and today we’ll walk in their footsteps.

Our lunch stop is a visit to one of the world’s first vegetarian restaurants. This iconic landmark is a window into the complex world of global plant-based movements, ethics, and culinary history. As we move through the establishment and savor our delicious meal, we’ll gain a deeper sense of how this extraordinary institution helped channel Switzerland’s role in food innovation and sustainability.

After savoring our meal, we’ll move toward the city’s stunning waterfront for an afternoon exploring Lake Zürich. Here, you can enjoy the pure water by taking a dip from the grassy shores like the locals do, or simply stroll along the promenade and soak in the views.

The rest of the afternoon is free for you to continue exploring the city at your own pace! You may wander through the boutique-lined Bahnhofstrasse, take in the artistic details of the Old Town, and have a free evening to have dinner on your own or in small groups tonight.

Meals Included
Day 1: Dinner
Day 2: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

After breakfast, we prepare to leave the city for a change of pace. We trade the metropolitan energy for the serenity of the Swiss countryside, traveling to the enchanting town of Thun. After checking into our new hotel, we’ll immediately dive into exploring this picturesque mountain town, famous for its fairytale castle and stunning waterfront. The day concludes with a memorable sunset dinner right by the lake, surrounded by spectacular Alpine views. The day concludes with a memorable sunset dinner right by the lake, surrounded by spectacular Alpine views.

The next day is dedicated to ethical food innovation! After breakfast, we journey just outside Thun to visit a pioneering local vegan cheese factory. As passionate travelers, activists, and cheese lovers, we’ll see firsthand how this innovative company is completely reinventing classic Swiss cheese traditions. We’ll enjoy a tasting of delicious, innovative plant-based flavors like ricotta and soft white, all while learning about their work in ethical food systems. Later on in the day, the evening is yours! Feel free to explore more of Thun’s charming alleyways, old town square, shop for local goods, or simply relax in our stunning new surroundings.

Meals Included
Day 3: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4: Breakfast, lunch

Today is what many describe as the peak of our tour! After breakfast, we embark on an unforgettable journey via the scenic mountain train. This route will take us from Lauterbrunnen to Kleine Scheidegg, a picture-perfect mountain pass facing the three iconic Swiss peaks: the Eiger, Mönch, and Junfrau. We will enjoy the fresh Alpine air, marvel at the sheer scale of these majestic mountains, and offer an optional, easy hike for those who want to explore some of our favorite trails. Lunch will be enjoyed against this spectacular backdrop. As the day concludes, we’ll dive into tradition with a delightful vegan fondue dinner in traditional Swiss style before settling into our final hotel in the beautiful city of Lucerne.

On day 6, our last full day together offers both relaxation and indulgence! After breakfast, you have the option to take it slow in the afternoon, or join us for an optional trip to Mount Pilatus for truly incredible views that encapsulate the magic of Switzerland. As a group, we will then soak in the final sights of Lucerne through a charming walking tour. The afternoon culminates in an exquisite vegan Swiss chocolate tasting, where we’ll go deep into Swiss chocolate-making techniques, flavor profiles, and aromas. Tonight is our goodbye dinner, a time to bond over shared memories, solidify new friendships, and make plans to travel together again soon.

Meals Included
Day 5: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 6: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

After our final breakfast together, we will arrange your airport drop-offs back to Zürich Airport. If your flight allows for a later departure, we encourage you to take advantage of the opportunity to explore more of Lucerne for some last-minute sightseeing or souvenir shopping before heading home. While the adventure concludes today, the memories and connections you’ve made will last a lifetime.

Meals Included
Day 7: Breakfast