A Family-Friendly Itinerary: Dallas to Switzerland in 5 Days with a Touch of Bollywood

• Day 1: Visit Zürich Bahnhofstrasse and Grossmünster
  15 minutes (5 miles) from Zürich Airport

  Zürich Bahnhofstrasse is the perfect spot for shopping lovers, it offers luxury branded items along the street. While walking up the street, we will encounter the beautiful historical church, Grossmünster. This church plays a significant role in Swiss history and has an amazing view of the city from the top of its tower.

• Day 2: Explore the Rhine Falls and Lucerne
  1 hour and 15 minutes (50 miles) from Zürich Bahnhofstrasse

  Rhine falls is the largest waterfall in Europe, and it's a breathtaking spot to explore. Afterward, let's head to Lucerne, where we can explore its old town and Chapel Bridge. It's a picturesque town with gorgeous views of Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps.

• Day 3: Visit Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe and Bollywood Spots
  2 hours 45 minutes (88 miles) from Lucerne

  Today, we will visit the highest point of Europe, Jungfraujoch. We will be amazed by the panoramic view of the Swiss Alps from the top. Let’s add some Bollywood charm and visit the locations of our favorite songs from Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge - Saanen station, Wengen stairway, and Interlaken's Hohematte Park.

• Day 4: Geneva's Jet D'eau and Old Town
  3 hours (125 miles) from Jungfraujoch

  Take a morning train to Geneva and visit Jet D'eau - a famous water fountain that makes a stunning sight. Take a walking tour of Geneva's old town and stroll through its quaint streets and squares. Visit St. Pierre Cathedral and witness the brilliant panorama of Geneva.

• Day 5: Visit Chillon Castle and Montreux
  55 minutes (30 miles) from Geneva

  Visit Chillon Castle, a stunning hilltop castle situated near Lake Geneva. It's Switzerland's most visited castle and has a rich history dating back to the 12th century. Afterward, head over to Montreux and visit the Freddie Mercury statue, the famous spot where he wrote his last album called The Show Must Go On.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Zürich Bahnhofstrasse and Grossmünster (2 hours, Free)
• Rhine Falls and Lucerne (6 hours, $150 for transportation and activities)
• Jungfraujoch and Bollywood Spots (12 hours, $500 for transportation and activities)
• Geneva's Jet D'eau and Old Town (6 hours, $100 for transportation and activities)
• Chillon Castle and Montreux (6 hours, $120 transportation and activities)
Total Estimated Costs: $870

Transportation

The best way to travel between locations is via Switzerland's famous and efficient public transport system. We can consider buying a Swiss Travel Pass, which covers trains, buses, and boats in Switzerland, making transportation hassle-free. Estimated total travel time is 26 hours, and the estimated transportation cost is $300 per person.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Matterhorn or taking the Glacier Express train ride through the Swiss Alps. If you have less time, consider skipping Geneva and Montreux to allocate more time to explore Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe.

Airports

The primary airport for Switzerland is Zurich Airport (ZRH), located approximately 7 miles from Zürich city center.