8-Day Itinerary: City Experiences in Switzerland

1. Day 1: Zurich
   From Zurich Airport take a train to the city center (20 minutes).

   Explore the historic old town with over 2000 years of history, visit Grossmünster Cathedral and enjoy the scenic views of the lake. Walk over the bridge to the Bahnhofstrasse for luxury shopping.

2. Day 2: Lucerne
   From Zurich take a train to Lucerne (45 minutes).

   Experience the old-world charm of the Chapel Bridge and explore the medieval fortifications of Musegg Wall. Visit the Baroque Jesuit Church and shop for Swiss watches and chocolates on the pedestrian-only streets.

3. Day 3: Geneva
   From Lucerne take a train to Geneva (3 hours).

   Witness the iconic Jet d'Eau and its stunning views of Lake Geneva. Visit the Palace of Nations, the headquarters of the United Nations, and explore Old Town with its charming cobblestone streets and boutiques.

4. Day 4: Lausanne and Montreux
   From Geneva take a train to Lausanne (40 minutes) and then board another train to Montreux (20 minutes).

   Admire the French Gothic-style Lausanne Cathedral and the Olympic Museum. In Montreux, visit the legendary Château de Chillon, set in a picturesque setting on Lake Geneva.

5. Day 5: Interlaken
   From Montreux take a train to Interlaken (2 hours).

   Explore the charming old town and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps on the Harder Kulm mountain. Take a boat ride on Lake Brienz and see the iconic Tumbling Waters.

6. Day 6: Bern
   From Interlaken take a train to Bern (50 minutes).

   Marvel at the Gothic Bern Minster and visit the famous Zytglogge clock tower. Discover the charming Old Town and sample local delights at the Marketplatz before visiting Einstein's former home.

7. Day 7: St. Moritz
   From Bern take a train to St. Moritz (4 hours).

   Experience the upscale glamour of St. Moritz, including its legendary ski resorts and luxury shopping. Take the famous Bernina Express train and cross breathtaking viaducts and snow-covered landscapes to Tirano, Italy.

8. Day 8: Basel
   From St. Moritz take a train to Basel (4 hours).

   Visit the art-filled Basel city, including the Kunstmuseum, the most significant art museum in Switzerland. Stroll through the old streets, visit the Gothic Basel Münster and indulge in local delicacies at the Marktplatz.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Zurich Old Town (2 hours, free)
• Grossmünster (1 hour, free)
• Lucerne Chapel Bridge (2 hours, free)
• Montreux Château de Chillon (2 hours, CHF 13)
• Interlaken Boat Ride (1 hour, CHF 25)
• Bern Old Town (2 hours, free)
• St. Moritz Ski Resorts (4 hours, CHF 40)
• Basel Kunstmuseum (2 hours, CHF 26)
Total Estimated Costs: CHF 104

Useful Tips

If you have less time, consider skipping St. Moritz and Basel and spend more time enjoying the scenic views in Interlaken, Geneva, and Montreux. If you have more time, add a day at Zermatt for the Matterhorn, and explore more of the Swiss Alps. Alternatively, add a day in the picturesque town of Appenzell.