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Experience Switzerland like Never Before: Tailored Private Tours with Typically Swiss Tours

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Switzerland’s stunning scenery, fascinating cities, and rich cultural tapestry make it a top vacation destination. Lakeside leisure, historic town excursions, and fine dining are available. A private tour lets you tailor the journey to your preferences. Swiss Tours is typically an expert in creating unique itineraries that enable you to …

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Joining the Zurich Guided Tours for a More Enriching Travel Experience

  Zurich is a city that is located in Switzerland and is renowned globally for its attractive locations, rich history, and lively nightlife. Zurich is one of the most popular destinations around the world and to trip to Europe is incomplete without a stoppage at the beautiful cities of Switzerland. …

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The Best of the Bernese Oberlands Tour under the microscope – Part 1.

If you really want to experience the Swiss Alps, then this is the tour for you.  This tour will take you into the heart of the Swiss Alps and whilst not taking you to the top of Jungfrau or Schilthorn will supply you with stunning scenery and  memorable experiences that …

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SWITZERLAND XMAS MARKETS 22

Switzerland boasts some of the best Xmas Markets in Europe and in around 4 weeks time they will start to appear.  And the good news is, there are over 150 Xmas Markets coming up this year in Swiss Cities, Towns and Villages across the length and breadth of the country. …

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The Mountains near Luzern which you can go up

Luzern is a must-see location for people travelling to Switzerland. It has everything – charm, history, great restaurants, cool bars, superb hotels, lovely shops, interesting museums and is small enough for people to enjoy in a couple of days. Personally, I say it’s history and geography rolled into one and …

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Typically Swiss Tours hits 150 5 ✰✰✰✰✰ reviews from 150 Reviews

Typically Swiss Tours like most service industries relies heavily on customer reviews which will grow business.  TST’s uses the most trusted and popular platform in the Tourism business – Trip Advisor.   TST has been fortunate to receive many positive reviews since trading started back in 2018.  Reviews clearly work …

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MASSIVE DRINKS

MASSIVE DRINKS April 2021 will see the 2nd in the MASSiVE Series of Promotions and this month the focus will be on the Swiss Drinks Industry which is obviously a very big sector and very wide ranging with multiple brands across the hot and cold and non alcoholic and alcoholic …

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MASSIVE CHOCOLATE

As TST Tours are few and far between these days, TST has tried to adapt and has become relatively successful in some digital or social media marketing. TST has reached out to several organisations and activities across Switzerland and has tried to create partnerships.  These have included with Tourism Agencies …

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Why Choose a Private Tour in Switzerland

Tours are a wonderful way to experience what any destination has to offer.  Typically Swiss Tours (TST) is no exception. There are multiple tours for every budget and interest level. These can be a simple one day set itinerary tours to more complex multi-day tours taking in several locations. Clearly …

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Luzern and its Mountains

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[su_row][su_column size=”2/3″ center=”no” class=””] Typically Swiss Tours is often asked by people visiting Luzern, which Mountain should we go up ? To be honest it`s a very good question as the 4 Mountains in question- Mt Pilatus, Mt Rigi, Mt Stanserhorn and Mt Titlis are all super excursions and if …

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Tours of chocolate factories in Switzerland

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[su_row][su_column size=”2/3″ center=”no” class=””]Chocolate is loved by millions of people around the world and for several reasons, the main one of course, is because of its unique, rich and sweet taste. You can buy it in all the countries of the world and it is relatively cheap. No wonder Chocolate …

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Everything You Need To Know About Swiss Wines

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During the Corona crises, I have been trying to think of new ways to attract customers. One of the ideas I have had is to add a wine experience to the Cheese and Chocolate Tour. Therefore, I have been learning about Swiss Wine, a very interesting subject and certainly an …

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What To Expect From Switzerland & The Swiss When You Arrive Here

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I have been here for 20 years so perhaps I am used to the living standards and environment, let alone the Swiss people themselves. However, I have racked my brains and after having talked to a few clients, I have picked out a few common observations that your average visitor …

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How Coronavirus Is Impacting Switzerland: Our Response

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Like most countries in the world, Switzerland has been affected by Coronavirus. At the time of writing there were over 25,000 cases and 1,000 deaths. Here’s a simple summary of what has been going on here. Anti coronavirus measures have been in place since March 16 and will be extended …

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Reasons to visit Switzerland

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Switzerland is bursting at the seams with activities catered to young and old, with a varied and exciting range of things to do. There are many reasons to visit Switzerland. Why choose Switzerland? Switzerland offers so much, including: Delicious food Breathtaking mountain scenery Adrenaline-pumping activities  A seamless way of getting …

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Top 10 Places to Visit in Switzerland

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Switzerland is a real mix of nature, history, art, great outdoors and urban living. In fact, the only thing Switzerland does not have to offer is the sea; however, the thousands of lakes double up as perfect swimming places in the summer months. Basically, Switzerland has it all, and this …

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Top 10 One Day Hiking Tours In Switzerland

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Whether you are interested in a one day hike, or a variety of hikes over a selection of days, we have collated some of the best hikes in Switzerland.  1. Mount Rigi panorama trail – Central Switzerland Known as the Queen of the Mountains, Mount Rigi is stunning in terms …

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Check Out Our Holiday Reviews

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Typically Swiss Tours has been trading since May 2018. In a short time-frame, the company has firmly established itself as one of the key providers of professional, personal tours in Switzerland; conducting over 100 successful tours. Regions covered include: Stunning Luzern region  Breathtaking Bernese Oberland area including Interlaken and Jungfrau …

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Things to do in Lucerne (Luzern)

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If you are looking to visit a part of Switzerland that encapsulates the essence of this awesome country, then head to Luzern (also known as Lucerne). Spiritually, politically and geographically, Luzern is known as the country’s heartland and should definitely make it on to your list of places to visit. …

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Things To Do In Basel In One Day

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Why visit Basel? When it comes to planning your trip to Switzerland, we highly recommend spending a day in Basel. There are so many treasures to discover including the 11th-century Cathedral and the Rhine. Whether you are simply taking a stroll through the picturesque city or taking in stunning artwork …

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Things To Do In Bern

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In addition to a wide variety of activities and experiences to suit every taste, many people flock to Switzerland’s capital to take in the gorgeous sites. Bern has a stunning Old Town with most of its core dating back to the 15th century.  10 Best things to do in Bern …

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Best Places To Visit In Switzerland – How To Get The Most Out Of Your Trip

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If you are spending 5 or more days in Switzerland, you may be wondering how to get the most out of this stunning country. Whilst it may feel like a good amount of time to go exploring, there are so many places to visit and things to do that you …

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5 Things To Do In Zürich

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Whether you are in Switzerland for a day, a week or a couple of months, it is safe to say you will never be bored. If Zürich isn’t already on your bucket list then you definitely should add it. Why Visit Zürich? Zürich is ranked as one of the best …

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10 Reasons to Visit Switzerland

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Whether you are an adrenaline junkie or looking for somewhere to rest and recuperate, Switzerland is the place for you. If you need more than the deep blue lakes, cultural cities, fondue and chocolate to convince you to visit this wonderland, then here are ten more reasons. Reasons to visit …

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March 17 Cheese and Chocolate Tour – Gruyere and Maison Cailler

With the launch of the Cheese of Chocolate Tour mid March, I thought it was a good idea to revisit these places so I was aware of what was going on at the particular attraction. I was not disappointed. 2 really interesting places both very well put together and of …

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March 22. Discovering Luzern

While I was visiting the Balances, Chateaux Gutsch and the Montana, I took some out to photograph some elements of Luzern, guests might not come across. The more I learn about this place, the more I fall in love with it.

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March 21 Site Visit to the French part of Switzerland

I travelled to Nyon, near Geneva which could be a potential stop for future tours. Beautiful place.

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March 19 Brad and Sandy from Florida. Luzern and Pilatus Tour

I had the pleasure of touring with Sandy and Brad across Luzern and Pilatus who were excellent company and great fun. Come back soon and keep well.

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March 23 to March 28 Ovation Tour

Typically Swiss Tours will be supporting the international Destination Management Company Ovation during this period in the delivery of a Switzerland wide tour for Business Execs from the USA. Destinations include Zürich Luzern Mt Rigi Mt Bürgenstock Bern Gstaad and Montreux.

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6th March Tour to Rhinefalls and Stein am Rhine


Rigi 3rd March 2019 with Edith, Bianca and Franzi


Basel 2nd March


27 Feb Bern and Emmental Tour with Jilla and Daniela


23 February – Tour to Bern and Emmental

This tour yesterday was spent in Bern, Switzerland`s capital city and then on route back to Luzern, we stopped at 3 places in Emmental – Burgdorf, Lueg and the cheese factory in Affloten. It was a cold, dry February day. The sun did come out which made the day that …

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Latest Tour 16th Feb – Luzern and Sledging Tour

This family and I had some fun in the snow in Eigental, near Luzern and then spent the day in Luzern itself. As you can see, we had some fun !!!

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New Brochure produced for 2019 season

The new updated brochure has been recently re produced with new photos and in some cases some new attractions added to some of the tours in Switzerland. The brochure highlights the following 7 tours which have proved successful so far with clients Tour 1 – Zürich, Rhein Falls and Stein …

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15 Facts about Switzerland

Switzerland is a mountainous destination that we have all heard and dreamed about. This small, rugged European country, known for its irresistible chocolate, sturdy mountain cheese, and breathtaking beauty, has so many things to offer. Some of them you already know about. But what are the things you do not …

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Snow in Luzern – home of Typically Swiss Tours

Good Morning, Thought I`d share this pictures with you from today in Luzern. Just light covering that`s all.

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Best things to do in Luzern

Lucerne lies at the heart of central Switzerland. With its picturesque wooden bridge, its baroque Jesuit church and its pretty painted houses, it is a major Swiss tourist attraction. It is also a great base for discovering some of Switzerland’s stunning mountain panoramas, including Mount Rigi and Mount Pilatus, and …

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Typically Swiss Tours at the WEF

Typically Swiss Tours was in Davos last week helping out at the WEF (World Economic Forum). I had the pleasure of driving the Brazilian Delegation around during the weeks activities. The new Brazilan President,Jair Bolsonaro was in town to try and encourage investment into Brazil which has been suffering economically …

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2019 – A big year for Typically Swiss Tours

Happy New Year from Typically Swiss Tours !! 2019 will see TST`s first year of trading and hopefully the marketing and promotion work will pay off and there will be many tours criss-crossing their way across this fine land. Xmas was spent in Germany and the UK and now I …

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December Newsletter

Typically Swiss Tours Newsletter Issue 1 December 2018 Welcome to the first issue of the Typically Swiss Tours Newsletter, designed to bring you all the latest developments from the new Tour Operator based in Luzern, Switzerland. In May this year the company was founded and the first Tours took place …

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Typically Swiss Tours Photo Shooting

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Hell from Luzern, only 24 days to go to Xmas. In order to update the website and the promotional brochure, I took Mrs Wilson armed with camera down to a lovely spot last week so se could take some picture of me and the minivan. Hope you like them !!!

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Typically Swiss Tours “off season” Marketing Activity

The winter months have set in and here at Typically Swiss Tours, we are using this “low season” to promote and market the company both via social media and more traditional marketing methods. Clearly the aim is to simply grow the business and attract as many people as possible on …

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Website updated with Winter 18/19 offers

Today sees the publication of Typically Swiss Tours winter 18/19 programme of activities. Winter time in Switzerland, like the other 3 seasons is a stunning and spectacular time of the year. The snow covered mountains provide an entertainment and activity paradise for winter sports lovers as well as a beautiful …

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New Winter Tours offered – Xmas Markets, Ski transfers and Winter fun !!

As from today, 3 new specifically designed tours/transfers/activities will be available to purchase on the website. Christmas Markets Switzerland like most European countries has a myriad of large and small Xmas markets dotted about the country in November and December. At Typically Swiss Tours we are offering guests transport to …

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Joe and Suzy from Philadelphia – Typically Swiss Tour 22nd Oct

Joe and Suzy had a wonderful day in the Bernese Oberland discovering some really interesting natural places and having some fun at the same time. I picked them up at their Hotel in Interlaken around 9.30am and then we headed west to Meiringen and the Aare Gorge. This gorge formed …

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Typically Swiss Tours first Blog – September 25th 2018 – a milestone

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Hi there, it`s Chris, founder and owner of Typically Swiss Tours writing my first bog, I mean blog !! I must confess, this is my first blog, I am not a professional blogger and forgive me if my blogging skills are not the best – I will do some research …

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