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Zurich, Lucerne and Interlaken Trip

Zurich, Switzerland

Duration

7 days

Budget

$4,500

Travelers

2

Trip type

Couple

Interests

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Pop Up Hotel Krone Zurich
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Pop Up Hotel Krone Zurich

Pop Up Hotel Krone Zurich, Limmatquai 88, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Ruby

Ruby, Beatenplatz, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Hotel Hirschen

Hotel Hirschen, Niederdorfstrasse 13, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Hotel Townhouse

Hotel Townhouse, Schützengasse 7, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Hotel Alexander

Hotel Alexander, Niederdorfstrasse 40, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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SPLENDID

SPLENDID, Rosengasse 5, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Kindli

Kindli, Pfalzgasse 1, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Hotel Adler

Hotel Adler, Rosengasse 10, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Stadtmodell Zürich Heute
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Stadtmodell Zürich Heute

Stadtmodell Zürich Heute, Oetenbachgasse, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Giacometti-Fresken

Giacometti-Fresken, Bahnhofquai 3, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Täufergedenkplatte

Täufergedenkplatte, Schipfe, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Fünf Poller

Fünf Poller, Limmatquai, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Lindenhof
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Lindenhof

Lindenhof, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

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Sodbrunnen

Sodbrunnen, Rennweg, 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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Day-by-day plan

Itinerary

1

Day 1

Exploring Zurich's Old Town and Lake Zurich

Activity 1

Stroll through Bahnhofstrasse and Lindenhof

09:00 – 11:00

Walk along Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich's famous shopping street, then visit Lindenhof hill for panoramic views of the Old Town.

Activity 2

Visit Grossmünster Church

11:15 – 12:00

Explore the iconic twin-towered Grossmünster Church, a key historical landmark in Zurich.

Activity 3

Lunch at Hiltl Vegetarian Restaurant

12:15 – 13:30

Enjoy a delicious and healthy lunch at Hiltl, the oldest vegetarian restaurant in the world.

Activity 4

Relax at Lake Zurich promenade

14:00 – 16:00

Take a leisurely walk along Lake Zurich’s promenade and soak in the serene lakeside views.

Activity 5

Dinner at Restaurant Zeughauskeller

19:00 – 21:00

Savor traditional Swiss cuisine in a historic armory-turned-restaurant in the Old Town.

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Day 2

Day Trip to Mt. Rigi from Lucerne

Activity 1

Train to Lucerne

07:30 – 08:30

Travel from Zurich to Lucerne by train for an early start to the alpine adventure.

Activity 2

Scenic Cogwheel Train to Mt. Rigi

09:30 – 11:00

Experience the cogwheel train ride from Vitznau to Mt. Rigi, enjoying stunning views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps.

Activity 3

Hiking and panoramic views at Mt. Rigi

11:00 – 14:00

Take easy hiking trails on Mt. Rigi and enjoy panoramic views over the Swiss plateau and surrounding lakes.

Activity 4

Lunch at Rigi Kulm Hotel

14:00 – 15:00

Relax and dine with spectacular views at the mountain summit restaurant.

Activity 5

Return to Lucerne and visit Chapel Bridge

16:00 – 18:00

Walk along the famous wooden Chapel Bridge and explore Lucerne's picturesque Old Town.

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Day 3

Discover Lucerne's Culture and Lake Activities

Activity 1

Visit the Swiss Museum of Transport

09:00 – 12:00

Explore the interactive Swiss Museum of Transport showcasing transportation history and technology.

Activity 2

Lunch at Restaurant Balances

12:30 – 14:00

Enjoy lunch by the Reuss River with contemporary Swiss and international dishes.

Activity 3

Boat cruise on Lake Lucerne

14:30 – 17:00

Take a relaxing scenic boat cruise on Lake Lucerne, admiring mountain and lakeside views.

Activity 4

Explore Lion Monument and Glacier Garden

17:15 – 18:30

Visit the poignant Lion Monument and nearby Glacier Garden with its fascinating geological exhibits.

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Day 4

Transfer to Interlaken and Relaxing Lake Thun Views

Activity 1

Train from Lucerne to Interlaken

09:00 – 11:30

Travel by train through scenic Swiss countryside to Interlaken.

Activity 2

Check-in and Lunch in Interlaken

12:00 – 13:30

Arrive and check in to hotel followed by lunch at Restaurant Laterne, known for local cuisine.

Activity 3

Boat trip on Lake Thun

14:00 – 16:30

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon boat cruise on Lake Thun surrounded by Alpine scenery.

Activity 4

Evening walk at Höheweg promenade

17:00 – 19:00

Stroll along the Höheweg promenade with views of the Jungfrau massif.

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Day 5

Scenic Jungfrau Railway and Alpine Adventure

Activity 1

Train to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe

07:30 – 10:30

Early train ride via Lauterbrunnen and Kleine Scheidegg to Jungfraujoch, Europe's highest railway station.

Activity 2

Explore Jungfraujoch Ice Palace and Observation Deck

10:30 – 13:30

Visit the Ice Palace, snow fun park, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the Sphinx Observation Deck.

Activity 3

Lunch at Jungfraujoch Restaurant

13:30 – 14:30

Lunch at the mountain-top restaurant with spectacular Alpine vistas.

Activity 4

Return to Interlaken and relax

15:00 – 18:00

Train return to Interlaken with free time in the evening to explore local cafes or parks.

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Day 6

Explore Lauterbrunnen Valley and Trummelbach Falls

Activity 1

Travel to Lauterbrunnen village

09:00 – 09:30

Short train ride to picturesque Lauterbrunnen village nestled in a stunning valley with waterfalls.

Activity 2

Visit Staubbach Falls and village walk

09:45 – 11:30

Walk to the impressive Staubbach Falls and explore the charming village surroundings.

Activity 3

Lunch at Hotel Oberland

12:00 – 13:30

Enjoy traditional Swiss dishes in Lauterbrunnen's cozy hotel restaurant.

Activity 4

Tour Trummelbach Falls

14:00 – 16:00

Explore the impressive Trummelbach Falls, Europe's largest subterranean waterfalls inside a mountain.

Activity 5

Return to Interlaken

16:30 – 17:00

Evening train ride back to Interlaken to rest and prepare for departure.

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Day 7

Return to Zurich and Departure Day

Activity 1

Morning train from Interlaken to Zurich

08:00 – 11:00

Morning scenic train journey back to Zurich for departure preparations.

Activity 2

Brunch at Café Sprüngli

11:30 – 13:00

Indulge in Swiss chocolates and pastries with brunch at the famous Café Sprüngli on Paradeplatz.

Activity 3

Last-minute shopping or stroll at Zurich lakefront

13:30 – 15:30

Spend remaining time walking along Zurich's lakefront or picking up souvenirs.