ABOUT US
The story behind
Swiss Saathi.
Switzerland is breathtaking — but planning it well is often more complex than it seems. Distances, weather, transport timing, seasonal changes, and daily pacing can quickly turn an exciting trip into an exhausting one.
Swiss Saathi was created to bridge the gap between generic travel information and real, lived experience in Switzerland.
Many online tools and AI platforms can generate itineraries instantly. But great travel planning is more than listing attractions — it requires understanding how days actually feel, how energy levels change, and how local realities shape the experience.
Swiss Saathi focuses on personalised travel guidance rooted in practical insight, helping travellers explore Switzerland in a way that feels relaxed, realistic, and enjoyable — not rushed or overwhelming.
Meet the team
Sagar Shah
Founder
After relocating to Zurich in 2022 with his family, Sagar experienced first-hand how different life and travel in Switzerland truly are. Navigating a new country while travelling extensively with two young toddlers completely reshaped his understanding of what a good itinerary looks like. Instead of rushing between attractions, the family began travelling differently. They explored lakeside towns, quiet villages, scenic walking paths, family-friendly routes, and hidden gems that most tourists overlook. They learned how weather, elevation, public transport timing, and realistic daily pacing influence energy levels — especially with young children. These experiences highlighted something crucial: small planning decisions make a significant difference. With over 12 years of professional experience in marketing and strategic planning, Sagar naturally applies structured thinking to travel design. He focuses on route sequencing, daily flow, fatigue management, and practical optimisation — ensuring that iconic highlights fit comfortably within realistic schedules. His approach balances Switzerland’s famous destinations with meaningful local experiences. The result is not just an itinerary, but a journey designed to feel smooth, intentional, and enjoyable.
After relocating to Zurich in 2022 with his family, Sagar experienced first-hand how different life and travel in Switzerland truly are. Navigating a new country while travelling extensively with two young toddlers completely reshaped his understanding of what a good itinerary looks like.
Instead of rushing between attractions, the family began travelling differently. They explored lakeside towns, quiet villages, scenic walking paths, family-friendly routes, and hidden gems that most tourists overlook. They learned how weather, elevation, public transport timing, and realistic daily pacing influence energy levels — especially with young children.
These experiences highlighted something crucial: small planning decisions make a significant difference.
With over 12 years of professional experience in marketing and strategic planning, Sagar naturally applies structured thinking to travel design. He focuses on route sequencing, daily flow, fatigue management, and practical optimisation — ensuring that iconic highlights fit comfortably within realistic schedules.
His approach balances Switzerland’s famous destinations with meaningful local experiences. The result is not just an itinerary, but a journey designed to feel smooth, intentional, and enjoyable.
Based in Mumbai, Shraddha leads Swiss Saathi’s India operations and serves as the primary point of contact for travellers from India.
With over nine years of experience in the field of education, she brings strong communication skills, meticulous planning, and a people-first approach to the travel experience. Her professional background has developed her ability to understand client needs deeply, communicate clearly, and ensure every detail is handled with care.
At Swiss Saathi, she manages consultations, itinerary coordination, travel planning support, and customer assistance from the first enquiry through the completion of the journey. Working closely with the Switzerland-based team, she helps ensure that each travel plan feels seamless, personalised, and well supported.
Her warm and approachable style, combined with a strong commitment to clarity and service, helps travellers feel confident and comfortable throughout their planning process.
Together, Sagar and Shraddha combine Swiss on-ground experience with a strong understanding of Indian travellers, creating journeys that are both locally informed and personally meaningful.
Shraddha Shah
Based in Mumbai, Shraddha leads Swiss Saathi’s India operations and serves as the primary point of contact for travellers from India. With over nine years of experience in the field of education, she brings strong communication skills, meticulous planning, and a people-first approach to the travel experience. Her professional background has developed her ability to understand client needs deeply, communicate clearly, and ensure every detail is handled with care. At Swiss Saathi, she manages consultations, itinerary coordination, travel planning support, and customer assistance from the first enquiry through the completion of the journey. Working closely with the Switzerland-based team, she helps ensure that each travel plan feels seamless, personalised, and well supported. Her warm and approachable style, combined with a strong commitment to clarity and service, helps travellers feel confident and comfortable throughout their planning process. Together, Sagar and Shraddha combine Swiss on-ground experience with a strong understanding of Indian travellers, creating journeys that are both locally informed and personally meaningful.Based in Mumbai, Shraddha leads Swiss Saathi’s India operations and serves as the primary point of contact for travellers from India. With over nine years of experience in the field of education, she brings strong communication skills, meticulous planning, and a people-first approach to the travel experience. Her professional background has developed her ability to understand client needs deeply, communicate clearly, and ensure every detail is handled with care. At Swiss Saathi, she manages consultations, itinerary coordination, travel planning support, and customer assistance from the first enquiry through the completion of the journey. Working closely with the Switzerland-based team, she helps ensure that each travel plan feels seamless, personalised, and well supported. Her warm and approachable style, combined with a strong commitment to clarity and service, helps travellers feel confident and comfortable throughout their planning process. Together, Sagar and Shraddha combine Swiss on-ground experience with a strong understanding of Indian travellers, creating journeys that are both locally informed and personally meaningful.
Head, India Operations & Client Relations
Based in Mumbai, Shraddha leads Swiss Saathi’s India operations and serves as the primary point of contact for travellers from India.
With over nine years of experience in the field of education, she brings strong communication skills, meticulous planning, and a people-first approach to the travel experience. Her professional background has developed her ability to understand client needs deeply, communicate clearly, and ensure every detail is handled with care.
At Swiss Saathi, she manages consultations, itinerary coordination, travel planning support, and customer assistance from the first enquiry through the completion of the journey. Working closely with the Switzerland-based team, she helps ensure that each travel plan feels seamless, personalised, and well supported.
Her warm and approachable style, combined with a strong commitment to clarity and service, helps travellers feel confident and comfortable throughout their planning process.
Together, Sagar and Shraddha combine Swiss on-ground experience with a strong understanding of Indian travellers, creating journeys that are both locally informed and personally meaningful.
Shraddha Shah
Based in Mumbai, Shraddha leads Swiss Saathi’s India operations and serves as the primary point of contact for travellers from India. With over nine years of experience in the field of education, she brings strong communication skills, meticulous planning, and a people-first approach to the travel experience. Her professional background has developed her ability to understand client needs deeply, communicate clearly, and ensure every detail is handled with care. At Swiss Saathi, she manages consultations, itinerary coordination, travel planning support, and customer assistance from the first enquiry through the completion of the journey. Working closely with the Switzerland-based team, she helps ensure that each travel plan feels seamless, personalised, and well supported. Her warm and approachable style, combined with a strong commitment to clarity and service, helps travellers feel confident and comfortable throughout their planning process. Together, Sagar and Shraddha combine Swiss on-ground experience with a strong understanding of Indian travellers, creating journeys that are both locally informed and personally meaningful.Based in Mumbai, Shraddha leads Swiss Saathi’s India operations and serves as the primary point of contact for travellers from India. With over nine years of experience in the field of education, she brings strong communication skills, meticulous planning, and a people-first approach to the travel experience. Her professional background has developed her ability to understand client needs deeply, communicate clearly, and ensure every detail is handled with care. At Swiss Saathi, she manages consultations, itinerary coordination, travel planning support, and customer assistance from the first enquiry through the completion of the journey. Working closely with the Switzerland-based team, she helps ensure that each travel plan feels seamless, personalised, and well supported. Her warm and approachable style, combined with a strong commitment to clarity and service, helps travellers feel confident and comfortable throughout their planning process. Together, Sagar and Shraddha combine Swiss on-ground experience with a strong understanding of Indian travellers, creating journeys that are both locally informed and personally meaningful.
Head, India Operations & Client Relations
Why typical tour packages
don’t always work?
Indirect flights and tiring arrivals
Hotels chosen for margins, not location
Frequent hotel changes and rushed schedules
Long travel days with little real experience
No flexibility for weather or energy levels
Minimal on-ground support after arrival
Hidden costs and last-minute add-ons
How Swiss Saathi
plans trips differently.
Smart flight and arrival guidance to start relaxed
Location-first hotels with fewer unnecessary moves
Slower, better-paced routes that reduce fatigue
Iconic sights combined with hidden local gems
Flexible plans that adapt to weather and energy
Assistance and guidance from arrival to departure
Clear costs upfront — no surprises later
Swiss Saathi is a Switzerland-based travel consultation service helping Indian travellers plan personalised, stress-free Switzerland trips with local insight and end-to-end guidance.
Personalised Switzerland guidance for Indian travellers, business visitors and new residents.
Email: experience@swisssaathi.ch