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Zurich, Lucerne and Interlaken Trip

Zurich, Switzerland

Duration

7 days

Budget

$4,500

Travelers

2

Trip type

Couple

Interests

AlpsLakesScenic trainsNature

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Mandarin Oriental Savoy
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Mandarin Oriental Savoy

Mandarin Oriental Savoy, Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Mews House
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Mews House

Mews House, Tiefenhöfe 6, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Sorell Hotel St. Peter
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Sorell Hotel St. Peter

Sorell Hotel St. Peter, In Gassen 10, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Storchen
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Storchen

Storchen, Weinplatz 2, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Widder
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Widder

Widder, Rennweg 7, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Kindli

Kindli, Pfalzgasse 1, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Glärnischhof by Trinity
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Glärnischhof by Trinity

Glärnischhof by Trinity, Claridenstrasse 30, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland

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Hotel Baur au Lac
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Hotel Baur au Lac

Hotel Baur au Lac, Talstrasse 1, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Sprüngli Café & Restaurant
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Sprüngli Café & Restaurant

Sprüngli Café & Restaurant, Bahnhofstrasse 21, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Things to see

Attractions and landmarks

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Paradeplatz
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Paradeplatz

Altstadt, Zurich, District Zurich, Switzerland

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Der grosse Aufschwung
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Der grosse Aufschwung

Der grosse Aufschwung, Bahnhofstrasse, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Snow Moon
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Snow Moon

Snow Moon, Talacker, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Münsterhof
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Münsterhof

Münsterhof, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Panzernashorn
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Panzernashorn

Panzernashorn, Bahnhofstrasse, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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19. September 1946
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19. September 1946

19. September 1946, Münsterhof, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Comienzo Calle Medieval
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Comienzo Calle Medieval

Comienzo Calle Medieval, Augustinergasse, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Hans Waldmann

Hans Waldmann, Münsterhof, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Day-by-day plan

Itinerary

1

Day 1

Exploring Zurich's Old Town and Lake Zurich

Activity 1

Visit Bahnhofstrasse for Shopping and Strolling

10:00 – 12:00

Start your trip with a leisurely walk along Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world's most exclusive shopping streets, enjoying window shopping and local boutiques.

Activity 2

Discover Zurich's Historic Old Town (Altstadt)

12:15 – 14:00

Explore the charming cobblestone streets of Zurich's Old Town, visiting landmarks like Grossmünster Church and Fraumünster Church with their stained glass windows.

Activity 3

Lunch at Zeughauskeller

14:15 – 15:30

Enjoy traditional Swiss cuisine at Zeughauskeller, a historic restaurant with an authentic atmosphere.

Activity 4

Relax by Lake Zurich and Take a Boat Ride

16:00 – 18:00

Spend the afternoon relaxing by Lake Zurich with a scenic boat cruise offering beautiful views of the city and surrounding mountains.

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Day 2

Scenic Train to Lucerne and Lake Views

Activity 1

Travel from Zurich to Lucerne by Train

08:30 – 09:30

Take a scenic 1-hour train ride from Zurich to Lucerne, enjoying the stunning Swiss countryside.

Activity 2

Explore Chapel Bridge and Old Town Lucerne

09:45 – 11:30

Walk through Lucerne's picturesque Old Town and visit the iconic Chapel Bridge with its historic paintings.

Activity 3

Lunch at Wirtshaus Galliker

11:45 – 13:00

Savor Swiss specialties in this traditional family-owned restaurant known for hearty meals.

Activity 4

Visit the Lion Monument and Glacier Garden

13:15 – 15:00

See the poignant Lion Monument and explore the nearby Glacier Garden with its fascinating geological formations.

Activity 5

Stroll Along Lake Lucerne Promenade

15:15 – 17:00

Enjoy a gentle walk along Lake Lucerne, admiring the alpine scenery and perhaps stopping for coffee at a lakeside café.

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Day 3

Mount Pilatus Excursion

Activity 1

Golden Round Trip to Mount Pilatus

08:00 – 16:30

Experience the Golden Round Trip combining a boat ride on Lake Lucerne, a cogwheel train up Mount Pilatus, and a cable car ride down with breathtaking alpine views.

Activity 2

Dinner at Restaurant Pilatus-Kulm

16:45 – 18:00

Dine at the mountaintop restaurant with panoramic views over the Alps and surrounding lakes.

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Day 4

Travel to Interlaken and Lakeside Relaxation

Activity 1

Train Ride from Lucerne to Interlaken

09:00 – 11:00

Take the scenic 2-hour train journey connecting Lucerne and Interlaken via beautiful Swiss landscape.

Activity 2

Check-In and Lunch at Husi Bierhaus

11:30 – 13:00

After arrival, enjoy lunch at Husi Bierhaus, a cozy spot offering Swiss comfort food.

Activity 3

Walk Along Lake Thun

13:15 – 16:00

Spend the afternoon strolling beside Lake Thun, taking in the serene water views and mountain backdrops.

Activity 4

Relax at Höhematte Park

16:15 – 17:30

Unwind in Interlaken’s central park with great views of the surrounding mountains.

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Day 5

Jungfrau Region Day Trip: Scenic Railways and Mountain Views

Activity 1

Train Journey to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe

08:00 – 11:30

Take the scenic train from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch, passing through picturesque alpine villages and enjoying spectacular mountain views.

Activity 2

Explore Jungfraujoch and Ice Palace

11:30 – 14:00

Visit the highest railway station in Europe, walk through the Ice Palace, and admire the Aletsch Glacier panorama.

Activity 3

Return to Interlaken

14:00 – 16:30

Descend back by train to Interlaken, enjoying last views of the Alps during the journey.

Activity 4

Dinner at Restaurant Taverne

18:00 – 20:00

Savor a relaxed dinner featuring Swiss cuisine in Interlaken's charming restaurant.

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Day 6

Lauterbrunnen Valley and Trummelbach Falls

Activity 1

Morning Train to Lauterbrunnen

08:30 – 09:00

Short scenic train ride to Lauterbrunnen, famous for its waterfalls and alpine valley views.

Activity 2

Visit Trummelbach Falls

09:30 – 11:30

Explore the impressive Trummelbach Falls, a series of glacier waterfalls inside the mountain.

Activity 3

Lunch at Hotel Oberland

12:00 – 13:30

Enjoy traditional Swiss food in a cozy setting close to the falls.

Activity 4

Hike to Staubbach Falls and Explore the Village

13:45 – 16:00

Take an easy hike to Staubbach Falls and wander through the picturesque village streets.

Activity 5

Return to Interlaken for Evening

16:30 – 17:00

Travel back to Interlaken to relax and enjoy your final night in town.

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Day 7

Zurich Art and Departure

Activity 1

Train Back to Zurich

08:30 – 10:30

Return to Zurich from Interlaken by train, approximately a 2-hour journey.

Activity 2

Visit Kunsthaus Zurich (Zurich Art Museum)

11:00 – 13:00

Explore one of Switzerland's most important art museums featuring works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art.

Activity 3

Lunch at Swiss Chuchi Restaurant

13:30 – 15:00

Taste authentic Swiss fondue and other traditional dishes in Zurich's Old Town.

Activity 4

Leisurely Afternoon at Zürich Botanical Garden

15:15 – 17:00

Enjoy the serene beauty of the botanical gardens before your departure, featuring plant species from around the world.