7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Switzerland

  1. Day 1: Zurich
    Approximately 15 minutes (6.7 km) from Zurich Airport

    Stroll around the charming Old Town, visit the Zurich Zoo, and take an informative tour of the Swiss National Museum.

  2. Day 2: Lucerne
    Approximately 50 minutes (47 km) from Zurich

    Enjoy a leisurely cruise on Lake Lucerne, visit the fascinating Swiss Museum of Transport, and walk across the famous Kapellbrücke Bridge.

  3. Day 3: Interlaken & Grindelwald
    Approximately 2 hours (99 km) from Lucerne

    Take a scenic train ride to Interlaken, go on a thrilling adventure at Alpine Adventure Park, and visit the charming mountain village of Grindelwald.

  4. Day 4: Jungfraujoch
    Approximately 2 hours (47 km) from Interlaken

    Explore the stunning views atop the "Top of Europe" mountain, take part in winter sports activities, and tour the Ice Palace.

  5. Day 5: Lausanne
    Approximately 2 hours (213 km) from Jungfraujoch

    Take a walk on the beautiful Lausanne Ouchy lakeside, discover the Olympic Museum, and learn about the city's history at the Château Saint-Maire.

  6. Day 6: Geneva
    Approximately 45 minutes (60 km) from Lausanne

    Visit the scenic Jet d'Eau, explore the famous Palace of Nations, and relax at the historic Parc des Bastions.

  7. Day 7: Gruyères
    Approximately 2 hours (90 km) from Geneva

    Learn about Swiss chocolate-making at the Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory, visit the enchanting Castle of Gruyères, and take a stroll in the quaint Village of Gruyères.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Zurich National Museum (2 hours, CHF 10)
  • Lucerne Cruise (1.5 hours, CHF 35)
  • Swiss Museum of Transport (2 hours, CHF 18)
  • Jungfraujoch Train Ride (8 hours, CHF 170)
  • Olympic Museum in Lausanne (2 hours, CHF 18)
  • Palace of Nations in Geneva (2 hours, Free)
  • Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory (2 hours, CHF 12)
  • Total Estimated Costs: CHF 273 per person

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, consider adding a trip to Zermatt and the Matterhorn. If you have less time, skip Grindelwald and head straight to Jungfraujoch, or spend an extra day in either Zurich or Geneva.

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