8-Day Swiss Highlights Tour: Luzern, Interlaken, Zermatt & Zurich from India

Day 1: Arrival and Luzern

Zurich to Luzern, Switzerland on August 10, 2025

10:40am

Arrival at Zurich Airport

Arrive at Zurich Airport, complete formalities, then transfer to Luzern by train or private car, around 1-hour journey.
CHF 30, 1h0m

12:00pm

Hotel Check-in in Luzern

Drop luggage and refresh at a centrally located hotel to prepare for afternoon sightseeing.
Hotel-dependent, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Wirtshaus Galliker

Enjoy classic Swiss specialties like Luzerner Chügelipastete in this renowned restaurant open till 10pm.
CHF 25-40, 1h0m

2:30pm

Luzern Old Town Tour

Stroll through Luzern’s medieval streets, visit Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument. Free and best enjoyed over 2-3 hours.
Free, 2h30m

5:00pm

Coffee Break at Confiserie Bachmann

Relax with coffee and sweet pastries, a local favorite open till 6pm.
CHF 10-15, 0h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Fritschi

Savor traditional Swiss cuisine like fondue in an authentic setting open till 10pm.
CHF 40-60, 1h30m
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Day 2: Mt. Pilatus Excursion

Luzern, Switzerland on August 11, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a filling breakfast including local breads, cheeses, and fruits.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Mt. Pilatus Round Trip

Boat from Luzern to Alpnachstad, then take the world's steepest cogwheel railway to Mt. Pilatus summit. Open 8am-5pm. Return via aerial gondola and bus.
CHF 72, 7h0m

4:00pm

Snack at Pilatus Summit

Refresh with light snacks and enjoy Alpine panoramas before descent.
CHF 15-20, 0h45m

7:30pm

Dinner at Restaurant Balances

Dine riverside with modern Swiss dishes in Luzern’s old town, open till 11pm.
CHF 50-70, 1h30m
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Day 3: Travel via Rhine Falls

Luzern to Interlaken, Switzerland on August 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a Swiss-style breakfast before check-out.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Travel to Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen

Journey to the largest waterfall in Europe, arriving by 10am when it opens.
CHF 5, 2h0m

10:00am

Explore Rhine Falls

Visit viewing platforms and enjoy a boat ride to the central rock for breathtaking views.
Boat CHF 8-15, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Schlössli Wörth

Dine with a view overlooking Rhine Falls with Swiss and international dishes.
CHF 30-50, 1h0m

2:00pm

Travel on to Interlaken

Train ride to Interlaken, approximately 2.5 hours.
CHF 50, 2h30m

4:30pm

Hotel Check-in at Interlaken

Settle in and prepare for adventures ahead.
Hotel-dependent, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Restaurant Taverne

Enjoy classic Swiss dishes in a cozy setting, open till 10pm.
CHF 40-60, 1h30m
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Day 4: Jungfraujoch & Lauterbrunnen

Interlaken region on August 13, 2025

6:30am

Early Breakfast

Fuel up for the full day trip to the Top of Europe.
Included, 1h0m

7:30am

Train to Jungfraujoch

Board train at Interlaken Ost via Lauterbrunnen and Kleine Scheidegg to Jungfraujoch, arriving near 10am. Enjoy snow activities and observatories. Return by late afternoon.
CHF 130-160, 6h0m

10:00am

Explore Jungfraujoch

Visit Ice Palace, Sphinx Observatory, and surrounding Alpine views.
Included in ticket, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Jungfraujoch

Taste Swiss specialties and refuel with Alpine views.
CHF 20-40, 1h0m

2:30pm

Stopover at Lauterbrunnen

Explore the charming village and nearby waterfalls briefly before returning.
Free, 1h0m

5:00pm

Return to Interlaken

Relax after the exciting day.
Included, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Stadthaus

Enjoy local and international cuisine in Interlaken's vibrant atmosphere.
CHF 40-60, 1h30m
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Day 5: Grindelwald and Travel to Zermatt

Interlaken to Zermatt, Switzerland on August 14, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start with a wholesome breakfast before heading out.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Grindelwald

Quick train (approx 30 min) to Grindelwald to explore the scenic village and First Cliff Walk, open 9am-5pm. Cost CHF 5.
CHF 5, 3h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Bergrestaurant First

Lunch with panoramic mountain views.
CHF 25-40, 1h0m

1:30pm

Return to Interlaken

Collect luggage from hotel and proceed to Zermatt by train (approx 2.5-3 hours).
CHF 60-80, 3h0m

4:30pm

Check-in and Relax in Zermatt

Settle into your hotel and explore the cozy car-free village at your leisure.
Hotel-dependent, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Schäferstube

Enjoy traditional Swiss dishes with a warm Alpine ambiance open till 10pm.
CHF 40-60, 1h30m
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Day 6: Mt. Titlis Day Trip & Travel to Zurich

Zermatt to Zurich, Switzerland on August 15, 2025

5:30am

Early Breakfast and Check-out

Prepare for an early departure with a quick breakfast.
Included, 1h0m

6:30am

Train to Engelberg for Mt. Titlis

Take the train approx 3.5 hours from Zermatt to Engelberg for Mt. Titlis visit.
CHF 60-70, 3h30m

10:00am

Mt. Titlis Summit

Ride the Titlis Rotair cable car (open 8:30am-5pm), explore glacier cave, cliff walk, and snow activities.
CHF 92, 4h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Panorama Restaurant

Dine overlooking the Alps on Swiss specialties.
CHF 25-40, 1h0m

3:00pm

Travel to Zurich

Train approx 1 hour to Zurich for overnight stay.
CHF 20-30, 1h0m

4:30pm

Check-in at Zurich Hotel

Rest or take a stroll in the city center.
Hotel-dependent, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Zeughauskeller

Enjoy traditional Swiss cuisine in a historic setting open till 11pm.
CHF 40-60, 1h30m
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Day 7: Chocolate & Zurich Highlights

Zurich, Switzerland on August 16, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast

Start early with breakfast before your morning plans.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Visit Lindt Chocolate Factory & Museum

Short train to Kilchberg to tour Lindt Chocolate Factory and enjoy tastings, open 9am-5pm.
CHF 15, 2h0m

10:15am

Return to Zurich Hotel and Prepare for Departure

Quick return to hotel, pack up and check-out before heading to airport.
Hotel-dependent, 1h0m

11:59am

Flight from Zurich to New Delhi

Depart Zurich to New Delhi, concluding your Swiss journey.
Flight ticket dependent, Flight duration
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