7 VIP Experiences in Switzerland to Build a Day Around

1.FLYMATTERHORN VIP Paragliding from Zermatt, With Matterhorn View

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 192 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $452Our pick

Meet FLYBYPARA at Bahnhofplatz 7 for a beginner-friendly tandem flight over Zermatt. Veteran pilots such as Julio, Maël, Michael, and Holio handle the flying while you take in the Matterhorn and Swiss Alps. Expect about two hours overall, with mountain transport and optional photos or video paid separately.

“Listen to the professional guides instructions and you will experience an incredible soaring through the Zermatt valley. Pay the video picture fee well worth it. The guides work hard to keep you safe but thrilled throughout the ride.”

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2.Private Luxury Tour of Switzerland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $895

Spend 10 hours with a private guide such as Fernando, George, Jorge, or Uri, traveling in a luxury vehicle from central Switzerland to six Alpine highlights. Walk through Aareschlucht, see Giessbach Falls, visit Crash Landing on You filming spots in Iseltwald, and explore Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald at a flexible pace.

“This tour was wonderful and our guide George couldn't have been better. He showed us around all those magical places that we'd never find on our own.. It was truly more than I expected — each stop was memorable. I would definitely recommend! Looking forward to doing another tour with this company someday!”

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3.VIP Ski or Snowboard Lesson – Full Day Zermatt

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Spend about seven hours with a private ski or snowboard instructor in Zermatt, with a plan shaped around your group’s ability. Guides may speak English, Spanish, German, French, or Italian. The day centers on the Sunnegga area and Matterhorn views, with pickup planning arranged the night before.

“Unforgettable experience and our instructor Matthew very helpful and knowledgeable. Will recommend to my friends and family.”

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4.Airport Transfer: Zurich Airport ZRH to Zurich by Luxury Van

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 20 minutes (approx.) · from $101Best value

Arrive at Zurich Airport and meet a professional driver holding your name sign. You’ll ride privately to Zurich in a Mercedes-Benz EQV or Class V, with luggage help, bottled water, and flight tracking included. The transfer takes about 20 minutes, though large groups should confirm luggage space before booking.

“I received an email from Viator inquiring the number of luggages we will have weh we arrived at Zurich. I replied back with 4 large, 2 medium and 6 cabin size. The booking was for 6 passenger. When we arrived, the driver was very pleasant and accommodating but the vehicle was too small. We had luggages on our laps and had an uncomfortable ride to our hotel. Viator did not send the luggage information to the shuttle company. Very disappointing.”

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5.Private Transfer: Lucerne to Zurich Airport ZRH by Luxury Van

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $205

Arrange a private Mercedes-Benz V Class, Vito, or EQV transfer from your Lucerne hotel or address to Zurich Airport. A trained driver meets you with a name sign, helps with luggage, provides bottled water and hand sanitizer, and waits 15 minutes at no extra charge. The drive takes about one hour.

“The driver arrived 4 minutes ahead of schedule. Our experiences in Switzerland prior to this was that the driver may not arrive at all. The vehicle was very comfortable. We are VERY glad that we arrived at Zurich Airport 3.5 hours prior to our flight. We needed every minute of it.”

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6.Arrival from Basel Airport BSL to Basel City by Luxury Vehicle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 10 to 20 minutes (approx.) · from $121

Meet your English- or Spanish-speaking chauffeur in the Swiss arrivals hall at EuroAirport Basel and ride privately to your Basel accommodation. Choose a Mercedes V Class for up to six people or an S Class for up to two. Flight monitoring, bottled water, luggage help, and 60 minutes of waiting time are included.

“Great driver. Took great care of us. Went out of his way to get us to our ship. Highly recommend him.”

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7.Flavours of Switzerland Luxury Private Tour from Zurich & Lucerne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $1,770

Spend 8 to 9 hours with a private guide such as Marc or Mirko, traveling from Zurich through Lake Lucerne, Altdorf, Uri, Glarus, and Lucerne. Enjoy Swiss cheese, homemade bread, mountain views, a BBQ near 2,000 meters, a cheese factory, waterfall, and Toblerone mousse. The route can be tailored to your wishes.

“Marc was amazing! He might have been the happiest person I have ever met. He took he to see all the hidden gems of the Swiss alps! Not only did we have the best views he fed us the best cheeses I have ever tasted! He even made us lunch in the mountains! I can not wait to go back to Switzerland in the summer and have him show us even more of this beautiful country!”

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