5-Day Nature Itinerary for Italy, Interlaken

  1. Day 1: Lake Maggiore
    1 hour 45 minutes (99.6 km) from Milan

    Explore one of Italy's largest lakes that straddles Switzerland as well. Take a boat tour to the beautiful Borromean Islands or hike up to the mountain-top sanctuary of Santa Caterina del Sasso.

  2. Day 2: Swiss Alps
    2 hours 20 minutes (177 km) from Lake Maggiore

    Get your adrenaline pumping with a cable car ride up to the summit of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains. Enjoy the scenic views while hiking around Interlaken and have a hearty Swiss dinner in Grindelwald.

  3. Day 3: Trift Bridge
    2 hours 20 minutes (100 km) from Interlaken

    A suspension bridge with a length of 170 meters, Trift Bridge is not for the faint-hearted. The hike up to the bridge is rewarded with stunning glacier views and is famous for its turquoise-colored lakes.

  4. Day 4: St. Moritz
    2 hours 45 minutes (200 km) from Trift Bridge

    Take the Bernina Express train from Chur to St. Moritz to witness beautiful landscapes, glaciers and pristine Alps valleys. Shop for souvenirs, indulge in Swiss chocolate, or simply take in the view at the luxurious destination.

  5. Day 5: Lake Como
    2 hours (78 km) from St. Moritz

    Experience the Italian Lakes with a visit to Lake Como. Enjoy a picnic by the lake or go hiking, swimming, or kayaking. Make sure to catch the beautiful sunset over the lake from the hillside village of Brunate.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lake Maggiore Boat Tour (4 hours, €25)
  • Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountain cable car ride (6 hours, €110)
  • Trift Bridge Hike (5 hours, Free)
  • Bernina Express train from Chur to St. Moritz (5 hours, €100)
  • Lake Como Activities (4 hours, €30)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €265

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to Bern and Lucerne. If you have less time, skip Lake Como and keep the rest. Be aware that the weather can change quickly in the mountains, so pack accordingly. Book activities in advance and check opening and closing times to avoid disappointment.

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