Scenic Switzerland Family Rail Trip with Rhine Falls (July)

Day 1: City Charm & Scenic Beauty

Zurich, Switzerland

9:00 AM

Bahnhofstrasse and Lake Zurich

Begin your day with a stroll along Bahnhofstrasse for shopping and enjoy a family picnic by Lake Zurich, taking advantage of the extra daylight hours in July.
Free, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Drive to Interlaken

Embark on a scenic drive from Zurich to Interlaken through picturesque Swiss landscapes, enjoying the extended daylight for more sightseeing.
Fuel Cost, 3 hours

4:00 PM

Interlaken Promenade

Explore the charming Interlaken Promenade with stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The extended daylight allows for more time to enjoy the beauty of the area.
Free, 3 hours

Day 2: Alpine Adventures & Natural Wonders

Interlaken & Rhine Falls, Switzerland

9:00 AM

Jungfraujoch

Take a memorable train journey to Jungfraujoch, the 'Top of Europe', for panoramic views of the Alps. The longer daylight hours in July provide more time for exploration.
Cost of Jungfrau Railway tickets, 8 hours

6:00 PM

Drive to Rhine Falls

Head to Rhine Falls, Europe's largest waterfall, for a mesmerizing natural spectacle, taking advantage of the extended daylight to appreciate the beauty of the falls.
Fuel Cost, 2 hours

Day 3: Historic Old Town & Alpine Panoramas

Lucerne, Switzerland

9:00 AM

Chapel Bridge and Water Tower

Explore Lucerne's historic old town starting with the iconic Chapel Bridge and Water Tower, benefiting from the extended daylight to see more of the town.
Free, 2 hours

11:00 AM

Mount Pilatus

Take a boat and cogwheel train to the summit of Mount Pilatus for breathtaking Alpine views. The longer daylight hours allow more time for a leisurely exploration.
Cost of boat and cogwheel train tickets, 6 hours

6:00 PM

Drive back to Zurich

Enjoy a scenic drive back to Zurich, reflecting on the beauty of Swiss landscapes, with ample natural light for a picturesque journey.
Fuel Cost, 2 hours