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Switzerland Nature Tour - July 2023

  1. Day 1: Jungfrau Region
    2 hours 30 minutes (68 miles) from Zurich

    Start your day with the amazing views of Lauterbrunnen Valley. Take a train to Kleine Scheidegg to witness the stunning views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains and enjoy a short hike. In the afternoon, visit the quaint village of Grindelwald for some local Swiss cuisine. Finish the day with a relaxing walk around Lake Brienz.

  2. Day 2: Zermatt
    2 hours 50 minutes (124 miles) from Lauterbrunnen Valley

    Take an early train ride to the charming village of Zermatt, located at the base of the Matterhorn. Enjoy a scenic hike to the glacier palace and then take a cable car to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, the highest cable car station in Europe for breathtaking views. Return to the village for some local hot chocolate and pastry.

  3. Day 3: Lake Geneva
    2 hours 30 minutes (133 miles) from Zermatt

    Start your day with a visit to the Chillon Castle on the shores of Lake Geneva. Continue to the Lavaux Vineyard Terraces, a UNESCO World Heritage site, for a leisurely walk among the vineyards. In the afternoon, visit the medieval town of Gruyères for a taste of their world-famous cheese and some shopping for souvenirs.

  4. Day 4: Interlaken
    1 hour 30 minutes (43 miles) from Lake Geneva

    Take a refreshing boat ride on Lake Thun, surrounded by stunning mountain views. After lunch, enjoy adrenaline-pumping activities like bungee jumping or paragliding in Interlaken. End the day with a relaxing walk along the Aare River.

  5. Day 5: Lucerne
    1 hour 10 minutes (37 miles) from Interlaken

    Start your day with a visit to the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, one of Switzerland's most famous landmarks. Next, explore the Old Town of Lucerne for a glimpse into the city's medieval history. In the afternoon, take a scenic boat ride on Lake Lucerne and witness the stunning Swiss Alps.

  6. Day 6: St. Moritz
    3 hours 30 minutes (126 miles) from Lucerne

    Take a scenic train ride to St. Moritz, the winter playground for the rich and famous. Enjoy a leisurely hike around Lake St. Moritz and then take the gondola to Piz Nair for fantastic views of the Engadin Valley. End the day with some luxury shopping on Via Serlas.

  7. Day 7: Appenzell
    2 hours 50 minutes (118 miles) from St. Moritz

    Visit the charming Appenzell village, famous for its traditional Swiss customs and architecture. Explore the Appenzeller cheese factory and taste some of their best cheeses. After lunch, take a hike in the rolling Appenzell hills and witness the stunning Swiss countryside. Return back to Zurich.

Recommendations

Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Swiss National Park, the oldest national park in the Alps, or take a scenic train ride on the Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz. You can also take a side trip to the stunning Rhine Falls near Zurich or enjoy a chocolate-making workshop in Interlaken. To maximize your fun, consider buying a Swiss Travel Pass for unlimited travel by train, bus and boat.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lauterbrunnen Valley (1 day, £40)
  • Glacier Palace and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise (1 day, £80)
  • Chillon Castle and Lavaux Vineyard Terraces (1 day, £45)
  • Boat ride on Lake Thun and adrenaline activities in Interlaken (1 day, £75)
  • Chapel Bridge, Old Town Lucerne and scenic boat ride on Lake Lucerne (1 day, £50)
  • Lake St. Moritz and Piz Nair (1 day, £70)
  • Appenzell Village and Cheese Factory (1 day, £40)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £400
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