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15-Day Switzerland and Italy Itinerary from Mumbai

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Day 1: Departure

Mumbai, India on March 12, 2025

11:00PM

Flight to Zurich

Board a Swiss International Air Lines flight from Mumbai to Zurich, departing at 11:00 PM. The flight duration is approximately 9 hours and 20 minutes.
INR 39,361, 9h 20m
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Day 2: Arrival in Zurich

Zurich, Switzerland on March 13, 2025

6:20AM

Arrival in Zurich

Arrive at Zurich Airport at 6:20 AM local time. Proceed through customs and immigration.
Included in flight, 1h

8:00AM

Breakfast at Café Sprüngli

Enjoy a traditional Swiss breakfast at Café Sprüngli, known for its fresh pastries and coffee.
CHF 15, 1h

9:30AM

Check-in at Hotel Schweizerhof Zurich

Check into your hotel located near the main train station, offering easy access to the city.
CHF 250 per night, 30m

11:00AM

Explore Old Town (Altstadt)

Wander through Zurich's historic Old Town, visiting landmarks like Grossmünster and Fraumünster churches.
Free, 2h

1:00PM

Lunch at Zeughauskeller

Dine at this traditional Swiss restaurant famous for its hearty sausages and rösti.
CHF 25, 1h

2:30PM

Visit Kunsthaus Zurich

Explore one of Switzerland's most important art museums, featuring works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art.
CHF 23, 2h

5:00PM

Lake Zurich Boat Tour

Enjoy a relaxing boat tour on Lake Zurich, offering panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains.
CHF 26, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Restaurant Kronenhalle

Experience fine dining at this historic restaurant known for its classic Swiss cuisine and art-adorned walls.
CHF 50, 2h
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Day 3: Day Trip to Lucerne

Lucerne, Switzerland on March 14, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a complimentary breakfast at your hotel before departing for Lucerne.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00AM

Train to Lucerne

Take a scenic train ride from Zurich to Lucerne, approximately 50 minutes.
CHF 25, 1h

9:00AM

Explore Chapel Bridge and Old Town

Visit the iconic Chapel Bridge and stroll through Lucerne's charming Old Town.
Free, 2h

11:00AM

Lion Monument

See the famous Lion Monument, a tribute to Swiss Guards who died during the French Revolution.
Free, 30m

12:00PM

Lunch at Wirtshaus Taube

Enjoy traditional Swiss dishes at this cozy restaurant by the Reuss River.
CHF 30, 1h

1:30PM

Mount Pilatus Excursion

Take a boat to Alpnachstad, then ride the world's steepest cogwheel railway up Mount Pilatus for breathtaking views.
CHF 72, 4h

6:00PM

Return to Zurich

Take the train back to Zurich, arriving in the evening.
CHF 25, 1h

7:30PM

Dinner at Raclette Stube

Savor authentic Swiss raclette in a traditional setting.
CHF 40, 2h
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Day 4: Travel to Interlaken

Interlaken, Switzerland on March 15, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast before checking out.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00AM

Train to Interlaken

Take a train from Zurich to Interlaken, approximately 2 hours.
CHF 50, 2h

10:00AM

Check-in at Hotel Interlaken

Check into your hotel located near the city center.
CHF 200 per night, 30m

11:00AM

Harder Kulm Excursion

Ride the funicular to Harder Kulm for panoramic views of Interlaken and the surrounding mountains.
CHF 38, 2h

1:00PM

Lunch at Restaurant Taverne

Enjoy Swiss specialties with a view of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains.
CHF 35, 1h

2:30PM

Lake Thun Boat Cruise

Take a leisurely boat cruise on Lake Thun, stopping at picturesque villages along the way.
CHF 33, 3h

6:00PM

Return to Interlaken

Return to Interlaken by boat or train.
Included in boat cruise, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Restaurant Laterne

Dine on traditional Swiss cuisine in a cozy atmosphere.
CHF 45, 2h
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Day 5: Jungfraujoch Excursion

Interlaken, Switzerland on March 16, 2025

6:30AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Early breakfast to prepare for the day's excursion.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

7:30AM

Train to Jungfraujoch

Take the train to Jungfraujoch, the 'Top of Europe,' via Kleine Scheidegg.
CHF 190, 2.5h

10:00AM

Explore Jungfraujoch

Visit the Ice Palace, Sphinx Observatory, and enjoy the panoramic views of the Aletsch Glacier.
Included in train ticket, 3h

1:00PM

Lunch at Restaurant Crystal

Dine at the highest restaurant in Europe, offering Swiss and international dishes.
CHF 40, 1h

2:30PM

Return to Interlaken

Take the train back to Interlaken, arriving in the late afternoon.
Included in train ticket, 2.5h

5:00PM

Relax at Hotel

Rest and freshen up after the day's excursion.
Free, 2h

7:00PM

Dinner at Goldener Anker

Enjoy a mix of Swiss and international cuisine with live music.
CHF 50, 2h
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Day 6: Travel to Zermatt

Zermatt, Switzerland on March 17, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy breakfast before checking out.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00AM

Train to Zermatt

Take a scenic train ride from Interlaken to Zermatt, approximately 2.5 hours.
CHF 75, 2.5h

10:30AM

Check-in at Hotel Monte Rosa

Check into your hotel with views of the Matterhorn.
CHF 300 per night, 30m

11:30AM

Gornergrat Railway

Ride the cogwheel train to Gornergrat for stunning views of the Matterhorn and surrounding peaks.
CHF 90, 3h

2:30PM

Lunch at Restaurant Findlerhof

Enjoy traditional Swiss dishes with panoramic mountain views.
CHF 45, 1.5h

4:00PM

Explore Zermatt Village

Stroll through the car-free village, visiting local shops and the Matterhorn Museum.
Free, 2h

6:00PM

Relax at Hotel

Rest and freshen up before dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Chez Vrony

Experience gourmet Swiss cuisine in a rustic mountain setting.
CHF 60, 2h
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Day 7: Travel to Milan

Milan, Italy on March 18, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy breakfast before checking out.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00AM

Train to Milan

Take the train from Zermatt to Milan, approximately 3.5 hours.
CHF 100, 3.5h

11:30AM

Check-in at Hotel Spadari al Duomo

Check into your hotel located near the Milan Cathedral.
€250 per night, 30m

12:30PM

Lunch at Luini Panzerotti

Try the famous panzerotti, a local street food specialty.
€5, 30m

1:00PM

Visit Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano)

Explore the iconic cathedral and its rooftop terraces for panoramic city views.
€15, 2h

3:00PM

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Shop and admire the architecture of this historic shopping gallery.
Free, 1h

4:00PM

Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco)

Visit the historic castle housing several museums and art collections.
€5, 2h

6:00PM

Relax at Hotel

Rest and freshen up before dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Ristorante Nabucco

Enjoy traditional Italian cuisine in the Brera district.
€40, 2h
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Day 8: Day Trip to Lake Como

Lake Como, Italy on March 19, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy breakfast before departing for Lake Como.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00AM

Train to Como

Take the train from Milan to Como, approximately 40 minutes.
€10, 40m

8:40AM

Explore Como Town

Visit the Como Cathedral and stroll along the lakefront promenade.
Free, 2h

10:40AM

Ferry to Bellagio

Take a scenic ferry ride to the picturesque town of Bellagio.
€15, 1h

11:40AM

Explore Bellagio

Wander through the charming streets, visit Villa Melzi Gardens, and enjoy lake views.
€6, 2h

1:40PM

Lunch at Trattoria San Giacomo

Savor local Italian dishes in a cozy setting.
€30, 1h

2:40PM

Ferry to Varenna

Take a short ferry ride to the quaint village of Varenna.
€5, 20m

3:00PM

Explore Varenna

Visit Villa Monastero and enjoy the serene atmosphere of this lakeside village.
€8, 2h

5:00PM

Train to Milan

Return to Milan by train, arriving in the evening.
€10, 1h

6:00PM

Relax at Hotel

Rest and freshen up before dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Osteria del Binari

Enjoy traditional Milanese cuisine in a historic setting.
€45, 2h
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Day 9: Travel to Venice

Venice, Italy on March 20, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy breakfast before checking out.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00AM

Train to Venice

Take a high-speed train from Milan to Venice, approximately 2.5 hours.
€35, 2.5h

10:30AM

Check-in at Hotel Antiche Figure

Check into your hotel located along the Grand Canal.
€200 per night, 30m

11:00AM

Explore St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco)

Visit St. Mark's Basilica and the Campanile for panoramic views.
€20, 2h

1:00PM

Lunch at Trattoria Al Gazzettino

Enjoy Venetian specialties in a traditional setting.
€30, 1h

2:00PM

Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale)

Explore the historic palace and cross the Bridge of Sighs.
€25, 2h

4:00PM

Gondola Ride

Experience a traditional gondola ride through Venice's canals.
€80 per gondola, 30m

5:00PM

Explore Rialto Bridge and Market

Visit the iconic bridge and browse the local market stalls.
Free, 1h

6:00PM

Relax at Hotel

Rest and freshen up before dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Ristorante Quadri

Experience fine dining overlooking St. Mark's Square.
€100, 2h
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Day 10: Explore Venice

Venice, Italy on March 21, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy breakfast before starting the day's activities.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00AM

Visit Murano Island

Take a vaporetto to Murano to see the famous glass-making workshops.
€7.50, 2h

10:00AM

Visit Burano Island

Continue to Burano, known for its colorful houses and lace-making tradition.
€7.50, 2h

12:00PM

Lunch at Trattoria al Gatto Nero

Enjoy fresh seafood and local dishes on Burano Island.
€40, 1h

1:00PM

Return to Venice

Take the vaporetto back to Venice.
€7.50, 1h

2:00PM

Peggy Guggenheim Collection

Explore this modern art museum housed in a historic palace.
€15, 2h

4:00PM

Explore Dorsoduro District

Wander through this artistic neighborhood, visiting local shops and cafes.
Free, 2h

6:00PM

Relax at Hotel

Rest and freshen up before dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Osteria alle Testiere

Enjoy a seafood-focused menu in an intimate setting.
€50, 2h
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Day 11: Travel to Florence

Florence, Italy on March 22, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy breakfast before checking out.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00AM

Train to Florence

Take a high-speed train from Venice to Florence, approximately 2 hours.
€30, 2h

10:00AM

Check-in at Hotel Brunelleschi

Check into your hotel located near the Florence Cathedral.
€250 per night, 30m

10:30AM

Visit Florence Cathedral (Duomo)

Explore the cathedral, climb the dome for city views, and visit the Baptistery.
€18, 2h

12:30PM

Lunch at Trattoria Mario

Enjoy traditional Tuscan dishes in a lively atmosphere.
€25, 1h

1:30PM

Uffizi Gallery

Visit one of the most famous art museums, housing works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, and more.
€20, 2h

3:30PM

Ponte Vecchio

Walk across the historic bridge lined with jewelry shops.
Free, 30m

4:00PM

Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens

Explore the former palace and its expansive gardens.
€16, 2h

6:00PM

Relax at Hotel

Rest and freshen up before dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Osteria Vini e Vecchi Sapori

Experience authentic Tuscan cuisine in a cozy setting.
€35, 2h
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Day 12: Explore Florence

Florence, Italy on March 23, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy breakfast before starting the day's activities.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00AM

Accademia Gallery

Visit the museum to see Michelangelo's David and other Renaissance artworks.
€12, 1.5h

9:30AM

San Lorenzo Market

Explore the market for local products, leather goods, and souvenirs.
Free, 1.5h

11:00AM

Lunch at Mercato Centrale

Enjoy a variety of Italian dishes at this bustling food market.
€20, 1h

12:00PM

Day Trip to Pisa

Take a train to Pisa, approximately 1 hour.
€10, 1h

1:00PM

Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa

Climb the iconic tower and explore the surrounding Piazza dei Miracoli.
€18, 2h

3:00PM

Return to Florence

Take the train back to Florence.
€10, 1h

4:00PM

Explore Oltrarno District

Wander through this less touristy area, visiting artisan shops and cafes.
Free, 2h

6:00PM

Relax at Hotel

Rest and freshen up before dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Trattoria Sostanza

Enjoy traditional Florentine dishes in a historic setting.
€40, 2h
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Day 13: Travel to Rome

Rome, Italy on March 24, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy breakfast before checking out.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00AM

Train to Rome

Take a high-speed train from Florence to Rome, approximately 1.5 hours.
€35, 1.5h

9:30AM

Check-in at Hotel Nazionale

Check into your hotel located near the Pantheon.
€200 per night, 30m

10:00AM

Visit Colosseum and Roman Forum

Explore these iconic ancient sites with a guided tour.
€16, 3h

1:00PM

Lunch at Trattoria Luzzi

Enjoy traditional Roman dishes near the Colosseum.
€25, 1h

2:00PM

Palatine Hill

Visit the centermost of the Seven Hills of Rome, offering panoramic views.
Included in Colosseum ticket, 1.5h

3:30PM

Piazza Venezia and Capitoline Hill

Explore the central hub of Rome and visit the Capitoline Museums.
€15, 2h

5:30PM

Relax at Hotel

Rest and freshen up before dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Ristorante Aroma

Experience fine dining with a view of the Colosseum.
€100, 2h
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Day 14: Explore Vatican City

Vatican City on March 25, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy breakfast before starting the day's activities.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00AM

Visit Vatican Museums

Explore the extensive art collections, including the Sistine Chapel.
€17, 3h

11:00AM

St. Peter's Basilica

Visit the largest church in the world and climb the dome for city views.
Free, 2h

1:00PM

Lunch at Ristorante La Vittoria

Enjoy Italian cuisine near the Vatican.
€30, 1h

2:00PM

Castel Sant'Angelo

Explore the historic fortress and enjoy panoramic views from the terrace.
€15, 2h

4:00PM

Piazza Navona

Visit the famous square with its Baroque architecture and fountains.
Free, 1h

5:00PM

Pantheon

Explore the ancient Roman temple, now a church.
Free, 1h

6:00PM

Relax at Hotel

Rest and freshen up before dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Trattoria da Enzo al 29

Enjoy traditional Roman cuisine in a cozy setting.
€35, 2h
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Day 15: Departure

Rome, Italy on March 26, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy breakfast before checking out.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00AM

Transfer to Rome Fiumicino Airport

Take a taxi or airport shuttle to the airport, approximately 45 minutes.
€50, 45m

11:00AM

Flight to Mumbai

Board your flight back to Mumbai, approximately 9 hours.
INR 39,361, 9h
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