2-Day Scenic Adventure: Germany to Switzerland and Paris Highlights

Day 1: Munich to Zurich

Munich, Germany to Zurich, Switzerland on June 6, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Café Frischhut, Munich

Enjoy traditional Bavarian pastries like Schmalznudel and Rohrnudel at this beloved local bakery, open from 6:00am to 2:00pm.
EUR8, 1h

9:00am

Depart for Zurich by train

Board a direct train from Munich Hauptbahnhof to Zurich HB, a scenic 4-hour journey through southern Germany and into Switzerland.
EUR60, 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Zeughauskeller, Zurich

Savor Swiss specialties such as Zürcher Geschnetzeltes (veal) in a historic armory-turned-restaurant. The restaurant is open from 11:30am to 11:00pm.
CHF35, 1h

2:30pm

Explore Zurich Old Town

Stroll through the Altstadt’s charming narrow streets, visiting landmarks like Grossmünster Church and Limmatquai. Open all day, free to explore.
Free, 2h0m

4:30pm

Visit Kunsthaus Zurich

Discover an impressive collection of modern art, featuring works by Swiss artists like Alberto Giacometti. Open 10:00am–6:00pm on Fridays.
CHF23, 1h30m

6:15pm

Dinner at Hiltl

Dine at the world’s oldest vegetarian restaurant, offering a diverse buffet of fresh and flavorful dishes open until 11:00pm.
CHF30, 1h30m
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Day 2: Zurich to Paris

Zurich, Switzerland to Paris, France on June 7, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Babu’s Bakery & Coffeehouse

Start your day with artisan coffee and freshly baked goods in Zurich's cozy café, open from 7:00am.
CHF10, 1h

8:30am

Train to Paris Gare de Lyon

Board the TGV Lyria, a high-speed train from Zurich to Paris, taking about 4 hours 3 minutes with scenic views en route.
EUR90, 4h0m

12:45pm

Lunch at Le Train Bleu, Paris Gare de Lyon

Enjoy fine French cuisine in an elegant Belle Époque setting right inside the railway station, open 11:30am–10:30pm.
EUR50, 1h30m

2:30pm

Visit the Louvre Museum

Explore world-renowned art and antiquities at the Louvre, home to the Mona Lisa. Open Wednesday to Monday, 9:00am–6:00pm.
EUR17, 2h

4:45pm

Walk along the Seine and visit Notre-Dame Cathedral exterior

Experience the historic Île de la Cité and view Notre-Dame’s landmark Gothic architecture; the interior is under restoration but exterior access is available.
Free, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Café de Flore

Dine at one of Paris's most historic cafés, enjoying classic French dishes and people watching. Open until midnight.
EUR40, 1h30m
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