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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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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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Kindli

Kindli, Pfalzgasse 1, 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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La Rivière

La Rivière, Talacker, 8021 Zurich, Switzerland

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Day-by-day plan

Itinerary

1

Day 1

Exploring Zurich's Old Town and Lake

Activity 1

Stroll through Bahnhofstrasse

10:00 – 11:30

Begin your trip with a walk along Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich's famous shopping street lined with boutiques, cafes, and historic buildings.

Activity 2

Visit Grossmünster Church

11:45 – 12:30

Explore the iconic twin-towered Grossmünster, offering insight into Zurich's history and beautiful architecture.

Activity 3

Lunch at Zeughauskeller

12:45 – 14:00

Enjoy traditional Swiss cuisine at Zeughauskeller, a historic restaurant in Zurich's Old Town.

Activity 4

Boat Cruise on Lake Zurich

15:00 – 16:00

Relax on a scenic one-hour boat cruise to admire Zurich's lakeshore and surrounding landscapes from the water.

Activity 5

Evening walk along Lake Promenade

17:00 – 18:30

Enjoy a romantic stroll along the promenade as you watch the sunset over the lake.

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Day 2

Day trip to Uetliberg Mountain and Nature Walk

Activity 1

Hike or Train to Uetliberg

09:00 – 10:30

Take the train or hike up to Uetliberg summit for panoramic views of Zurich and the Alps.

Activity 2

Explore Uetliberg Trail

10:30 – 13:00

Walk along the Planet Trail from Uetliberg to Felsenegg, enjoying beautiful nature and views.

Activity 3

Lunch at Felsenegg Restaurant

13:00 – 14:00

Have lunch with a stunning view over Lake Zurich at the mountaintop restaurant.

Activity 4

Return to Zurich and visit Kunsthaus Zurich

15:30 – 17:00

Discover Swiss and international art at Zurich’s premier art museum.

3

Day 3

Travel to Lucerne and Explore the City

Activity 1

Morning Train to Lucerne

08:30 – 09:30

Take a scenic morning train ride from Zurich to Lucerne (about 1 hour).

Activity 2

Visit Chapel Bridge and Water Tower

10:00 – 11:00

Walk across the iconic wooden Chapel Bridge and see the historic Water Tower beside it.

Activity 3

Explore Old Town Lucerne

11:00 – 12:30

Stroll through the charming streets of Lucerne’s Old Town with painted facades and shops.

Activity 4

Lunch at Wirtshaus Galliker

12:30 – 14:00

Taste traditional Swiss dishes at this well-known Lucerne restaurant.

Activity 5

Visit Swiss Museum of Transport

14:30 – 16:30

Explore Switzerland’s most popular museum dedicated to transportation and communication.

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Day 4

Mount Pilatus Adventure from Lucerne

Activity 1

Golden Round Trip to Mount Pilatus

08:45 – 11:15

Take a boat from Lucerne to Alpnachstad, then ride the world’s steepest cogwheel railway to Pilatus peak.

Activity 2

Cable Car Ride and Hiking on Pilatus

11:15 – 14:00

Enjoy spectacular views via cable car and explore scenic hiking trails on Pilatus.

Activity 3

Lunch at Pilatus Kulm Restaurant

12:30 – 13:30

Enjoy lunch with panoramic alpine views at the mountaintop restaurant.

Activity 4

Descend to Kriens by cable car and return to Lucerne

14:00 – 15:30

Take the cable car down to Kriens village and transfer back to Lucerne by bus or taxi.

Activity 5

Evening leisure in Lucerne

17:00 – 19:00

Relax at a café or visit a local park in Lucerne’s evening ambiance.

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Day 5

Travel to Interlaken and Explore the Lakeside

Activity 1

Train to Interlaken

08:30 – 10:30

Enjoy a scenic train ride from Lucerne to Interlaken with views of Swiss landscapes (about 2 hours).

Activity 2

Check-in and Lunch at Hirschen Restaurant

11:30 – 13:00

Have lunch featuring local cuisine in Interlaken.

Activity 3

Walk Along Lake Thun Shoreline

13:30 – 15:30

Stroll along the beautiful lakeshore of Lake Thun with views of the surrounding mountains.

Activity 4

Visit Höhematte Park

16:00 – 17:30

Relax in this central park known for its scenic views and paragliders landing nearby.

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Day 6

Jungfrau Region Scenic Train and Mountain Views

Activity 1

Train Journey to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe

07:00 – 09:30

Travel via scenic trains from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch, enjoying spectacular alpine views (approx. 2.5 hours each way).

Activity 2

Explore Jungfraujoch Plateau and Ice Palace

09:30 – 12:00

Experience the glacier plateau, Ice Palace, and panoramic views of the Aletsch Glacier.

Activity 3

Lunch at Restaurant Aletsch

12:00 – 13:00

Dine with a view at the Jungfraujoch mid-mountain restaurant.

Activity 4

Return train to Interlaken

13:00 – 15:30

Relax on the scenic descent and train ride back to Interlaken.

Activity 5

Evening at leisure in Interlaken

18:00 – 20:00

Enjoy a quiet evening stroll or dinner in Interlaken town.

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Day 7

Relaxing Day by Lake Brienz and Return to Zurich

Activity 1

Morning visit to Lake Brienz

09:00 – 11:00

Take a short trip to nearby Lake Brienz, famous for turquoise waters and alpine scenery.

Activity 2

Boat Ride on Lake Brienz

11:15 – 12:30

Enjoy a scenic boat cruise on Lake Brienz, passing waterfalls and quaint lakeside villages.

Activity 3

Lunch at Restaurant Giessbach

12:45 – 14:00

Dine at the historic Giessbach Hotel with views over Lake Brienz and waterfalls.

Activity 4

Train back to Zurich

15:00 – 17:00

Return by train from Interlaken to Zurich in the afternoon (about 2 hours).

Activity 5

Farewell Dinner at Restaurant Kronenhalle

19:00 – 21:00

Celebrate your trip with a gourmet Swiss dinner at this renowned Zurich restaurant.