5-Day Nature Itinerary in Switzerland

  1. Day 1: Lauterbrunnen Valley
    2 hours (80 km) from Zurich Airport

    Take a scenic train ride to the picturesque Lauterbrunnen Valley, surrounded by towering snow-capped mountains, green valleys and thundering waterfalls. Take a cable car up to Mürren and enjoy a hike with spectacular views of Jungfrau, the Eiger and Mönch.

  2. Day 2: Grindelwald and Lake Brienz
    1 hour 30 minutes (46 km) from Lauterbrunnen Valley

    Drive to the charming village of Grindelwald, situated at the base of the fearsome north face of the Eiger. Take a cable car up to First Mountain and walk on the First Cliff Walk suspension bridge. Later, drive to Lake Brienz and take a relaxing boat ride, enjoying the clear turquoise waters, and panoramic views of the Alps.

  3. Day 3: Aletsch Glacier and Oeschinen Lake
    1 hour 45 minutes (94 km) from Lake Brienz

    Visit the largest glacier in the Alps, the Aletsch Glacier. Take a cable car up to Eggishorn and enjoy the stunning views of the 23 km long glacier. Later, drive to Oeschinen Lake and hike around the crystal-clear lake, which offers a panoramic view of the beautiful mountains and waterfalls surrounding the area.

  4. Day 4: Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein
    2 hours (165 km) from Oeschinen Lake

    Drive to the largest waterfall in Europe, the Rhine Falls. Take a boat ride to get up close to these mighty falls and walk to the top for an excellent view. Later, go to the medieval Stein am Rhein, a charming town set upon the shore of Lake Constance, and enjoy its unique frescoes and well-preserved, ornate buildings.

  5. Day 5: Engadine Valley, St. Moritz
    2 hours 20 minutes (191 km) from Stein am Rhein

    Drive to the Engadine Valley, where you will find snow peaks, glaciers, lakes, and meadows. Take a scenic train from Pontresina to Bernina Pass and enjoy the view to St Moritz, the world's most expensive resort town known for winter sports, luxury hotels and restaurants.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lauterbrunnen Valley Cable Car (2 hours, CHF59)
  • Grindelwald First Cliff Walk (2 hours, CHF29)
  • Lake Brienz Boat Ride (1 hour, CHF30)
  • Aletsch Glacier Cable Car (3 hours, CHF56)
  • Oeschinen Lake Hike (2 hours, CHF20)
  • Rhine Falls Boat Ride (1 hour, CHF15)
  • Engadine Valley Train Ride (4 hours, CHF16)
  • Total Estimated Costs: CHF225 per person

Useful Tips

For more time, add a day trip to Zermatt for views of the famous Matterhorn mountain. The picturesque town of Lucerne, famous for its covered wooden bridges, is a great option for a day trip. If time is limited, consider excluding Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein.

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