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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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Kindli
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Kindli

Kindli, Pfalzgasse 1, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Widder
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Widder

Widder, Rennweg 7, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Glockenhof
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Glockenhof

Glockenhof, Sihlstrasse, 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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Sorell Hotel Seidenhof
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Sorell Hotel Seidenhof

Sorell Hotel Seidenhof, Sihlstrasse 9, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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citizenM Hotel

citizenM Hotel, Talacker 42, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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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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Storchen

Storchen, Weinplatz 2, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Pavillon-Skulptur
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Pavillon-Skulptur

Pavillon-Skulptur, Pelikanstrasse, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Sodbrunnen
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Sodbrunnen

Sodbrunnen, Rennweg, 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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Römischer Grabstein
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Römischer Grabstein

Römischer Grabstein, Lindenhof, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Lindenhof-Keller

Lindenhof-Keller, Lindenhof, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Lindenhof
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Lindenhof

Lindenhof, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Römische Bäder
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Römische Bäder

Römische Bäder, Weinplatz 3, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Snow Moon

Snow Moon, Talacker, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Day-by-day plan

Itinerary

1

Day 1

Exploring Zurich's Charm and Lakeside

Activity 1

Visit Bahnhofstrasse and Old Town

09:00 – 11:30

Stroll through Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world's most exclusive shopping streets, and explore Zurich's picturesque Old Town with its medieval buildings and charming alleys.

Activity 2

Coffee Break at Café Sprüngli

11:30 – 12:15

Enjoy coffee and some famous Luxemburgerli macarons at Café Sprüngli on Paradeplatz.

Activity 3

Lake Zurich Boat Cruise

13:00 – 15:00

Take a scenic cruise on Lake Zurich to appreciate the beautiful surroundings and the Alps in the distance.

Activity 4

Visit the Swiss National Museum

15:30 – 17:30

Explore Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum near the main train station.

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Day 2

Journey to Lucerne and Relax by the Lake

Activity 1

Travel from Zurich to Lucerne by Train

08:30 – 09:30

Take a comfortable regional train from Zurich to Lucerne, a scenic 1-hour journey.

Activity 2

Visit Chapel Bridge and Old Town Lucerne

10:00 – 12:00

Walk across the iconic wooden Chapel Bridge and explore Lucerne’s historic Old Town with its frescoed buildings.

Activity 3

Lunch at Restaurant Fritschi

12:15 – 13:30

Enjoy traditional Swiss cuisine in the heart of Lucerne’s Old Town.

Activity 4

Relax at Lake Lucerne Promenade

14:00 – 16:00

Leisurely stroll along the lake promenade and enjoy the stunning mountain and lake views.

Activity 5

Visit the Lion Monument

16:15 – 17:00

See the famous Lion Monument, a poignant sculpture commemorating Swiss Guards sacrificed in 1792.

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Day 3

Mount Pilatus Adventure

Activity 1

Golden Round Trip to Mount Pilatus

08:30 – 11:30

Take a boat from Lucerne to Alpnachstad, then the world’s steepest cogwheel railway to Mount Pilatus summit, enjoy panoramic views.

Activity 2

Lunch at Pilatus Kulm Restaurant

12:00 – 13:30

Dine with spectacular views at the mountaintop restaurant.

Activity 3

Descend via Aerial Cableway to Kriens and Bus Back

14:00 – 16:00

Take the panoramic aerial cableway down to Kriens and return to Lucerne by bus.

Activity 4

Evening Leisure in Lucerne

17:00 – 19:00

Relax in Lucerne’s cozy cafés or take a gentle stroll along the Reuss river.

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Day 4

Train Journey and Exploring Interlaken

Activity 1

Travel from Lucerne to Interlaken by Scenic Train

08:00 – 10:30

Experience the picturesque train ride along Lake Brienz to Interlaken, approximately 2 hours in total.

Activity 2

Check-in and Lunch at Interlaken

11:00 – 12:30

Settle into your accommodation and enjoy lunch at Restaurant Taverne.

Activity 3

Explore Höhematte Park and Interlaken Town

13:00 – 15:00

Wander through Höhematte Park offering views of surrounding mountains and visit the charming shops and cafés in Interlaken.

Activity 4

Funicular Ride to Harder Kulm

15:30 – 17:30

Take the funicular to Harder Kulm viewpoint to see panoramic views over Interlaken and the lakes.

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Day 5

Excursion to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe

Activity 1

Morning Train to Jungfraujoch

07:30 – 11:00

Board the scenic train via Lauterbrunnen and Kleine Scheidegg to reach Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in Europe.

Activity 2

Explore Jungfraujoch Attractions

11:00 – 14:00

Visit the Ice Palace, Sphinx Observatory, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Aletsch Glacier and surrounding Alps.

Activity 3

Lunch at Jungfraujoch Panorama Restaurant

14:00 – 15:00

Have lunch with spectacular snow-capped mountain views.

Activity 4

Return to Interlaken

15:30 – 18:00

Descend via train back to Interlaken for a restful evening.

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Day 6

Lake Brienz and Giessbach Falls Nature Day

Activity 1

Boat Cruise on Lake Brienz

09:00 – 10:00

Enjoy a scenic boat ride on turquoise Lake Brienz from Interlaken to Giessbach.

Activity 2

Visit Giessbach Falls and Historic Hotel

10:30 – 13:00

Walk the nature trails around the stunning Giessbach Falls and relax at the 19th-century Grand Hotel Giessbach.

Activity 3

Lunch at Hotel Giessbach Restaurant

13:00 – 14:00

Savor Swiss specialties with views over Lake Brienz.

Activity 4

Return Boat to Interlaken and Leisure Time

14:30 – 17:00

Return to Interlaken by boat and spend a relaxing late afternoon exploring local shops or lakeside.

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Day 7

Return to Zurich and Departure

Activity 1

Morning Train from Interlaken to Zurich

09:00 – 11:30

Travel back to Zurich by scenic train, approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.

Activity 2

Lunch at Zeughauskeller

12:00 – 13:30

Enjoy a traditional Swiss lunch in a historic armory-turned-restaurant near Zurich’s Old Town.

Activity 3

Visit Uetliberg Mountain for Panoramic Views

14:00 – 17:00

Take a short train and hike to Uetliberg to enjoy panoramic views of Zurich, the lake, and the Alps.

Activity 4

Farewell dinner at Restaurant Kronenhalle

19:00 – 21:30

Celebrate your trip with dinner at the elegant Restaurant Kronenhalle, famed for Swiss cuisine and art collection.