8-Day Swisserland Adventure Itinerary

  • Day 1: Zurich
    2 hours (140 km) from Zurich Airport

    Zurich, a global center for art, banking, and fashion, is a great starting point for your Swiss adventure. Check out the Grossmünster, one of Zurich's most iconic landmarks, and climb up the stairs to the top for a spectacular view of the city. Visit the Kunsthaus Zurich for some famous artworks or go shopping at Bahnhofstrasse- a popular luxury shopping street

  • Day 2: Interlaken
    2 hours 30 minutes (118 km) via car from Zurich to Interlaken

    Interlaken, a beautiful town set in the heart of the Swiss Alps, is the gateway to many adventure activities in Switzerland. There are tons of activities to choose from, including hiking, paragliding, and white-water rafting. For the most hair-raising activity, don't miss out on the opportunity to jump out of a plane and experience skydiving over the Alps.

  • Day 3: Grindelwald
    30 minutes (20 km) via car from Interlaken to Grindelwald

    Grindelwald is a picturesque mountain village, perfect for outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, and skiing. Take a cable car ride up to First mountain to experience the thrill of the world's longest suspension bridge or go on a hike to the Bachalpsee- a beautiful mountain lake surrounded by the Swiss Alps.

  • Day 4: Lucerne
    2 hours 30 minutes (160 km) via car from Grindelwald to Lucerne

    Lucerne is a historic town set around a beautiful lake. Start your day by visiting the famous Chapel Bridge built-in 1333.AD, the oldest wooden bridge in Europe. For a panoramic view of the city, take the Mount Pilatus Golden Round Trip, where you will get to take a boat, cogwheel railway, and aerial cable car ride to the peak of Mount Pilatus.

  • Day 5: Zermatt
    3 hours 30 minutes (181 km) via car from Lucerne to Zermatt

    Zermatt is a car-free village, known for its snow-capped Matterhorn peak. Take a ride on the Gornergrat Bahn - a cogwheel train to the peak of Gornergrat, from where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Alps. For a more thrilling experience, go skiing, snowboarding or snowshoeing on the slopes surrounding the village.

  • Day 6: Montreux
    3 hours (226 km) via car from Zermatt to Montreux

    Montreux, located on the shores of Lake Geneva, is the perfect place to relax after a tiring week of adventure. Take a stroll along the Montreux Riviera Promenade, a beautiful walkway on the lake. Visit Chillon Castle- an iconic medieval fortress built on the island surrounded by Alpine views.

  • Day 7: Geneva
    1 hour (93 km) via car from Montreux to Geneva

    Geneva, a multicultural city packed with interesting landmarks to visit, is a great way to end your Swiss adventure. Visit the Jet d'Eau- one of Geneva's iconic landmarks, a large water fountain that shoots water up to 140 m in the air. Visit the Palais des Nations,where United Nations is headquartered or take a stroll through the scenic countryside of the Carouselle Nature Reserve .

  • Day 8: Departure
    15 minutes (6.2 km) via car from Geneva City Center to Geneva Airport

    It's time to say goodbye to Swiss and head back home with a bunch of fun-packed memories!

Time and Cost Estimates:

  • Zurich Grossmünster (1-2 hours, Free entry)
  • Kunsthaus Zurich (2-3 hours, CHF 26 for adults)
  • Adventure activities in Interlaken (4-6 hours, CHF 50 and above)
  • Cable car ride to First Mountain in Grindelwald (2-4 hours, CHF 50 )
  • Mount Pilatus Golden Round Trip (4-6 hours, CHF 90)
  • Gornergrat Bahn ride in Zermatt (2-4 hours, CHF 90)
  • Chillon Castle in Montreux (2-3 hours, CHF 36)
  • Jet d'Eau in Geneva (1-2 hours, Free entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs: CHF 290 and above

Useful Tips:

You can extend your stay in Switzerland to include visits to the Rhine Falls, a climbing adventure at Flims, skiing in Verbier, or vineyards of Lavaux. Cut out a day or more if needed by skipping some attractions or spending less time at mountain peaks. In winter months make sure to check the weather conditions for snowfall and avalanches which can disrupt travel plans

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