Scenic Swiss and Northern Italian Adventure: Milan to Zurich

Day 1: Explore Milan

Milan, Italy on June 20, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Pavé

Enjoy expertly crafted Italian pastries and coffee at Pavé, a popular Milanese bakery open from 7:30am, known for its cozy atmosphere and fresh ingredients.
EUR15, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit the Duomo di Milano

Explore Milan’s iconic Gothic cathedral, one of the largest in the world, with stunning rooftop views available from 9:00am onwards.
EUR15, 1h30m

11:30am

Wander Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Stroll through this elegant 19th-century shopping gallery filled with high-end boutiques and cafes, a perfect place to experience Milanese charm.
Free, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Luini Panzerotti

Try Milan’s famous panzerotti, a delicious stuffed pastry, at Luini, a busy spot near the Duomo, open all day until late afternoon.
EUR8, 45m

2:00pm

Visit Sforza Castle

Discover Renaissance art and history at this vast castle complex with museums and lovely gardens, open from 9:00am to 5:30pm.
EUR10, 2h0m

5:00pm

Evening Aperitivo in Navigli

Enjoy the traditional Milanese aperitivo by the canals in the lively Navigli district, with many bars open from late afternoon.
Approx. EUR15, 2h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Osteria del Binari

Experience authentic Milanese cuisine in a charming setting near the canals, with opening hours until 11:00pm.
EUR35, 1h30m
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Day 2: Lake Como Adventures

Lake Como, Italy on June 21, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Bar Gelateria Lario

Start your day with fresh Italian coffee and croissants on the lakeside, open from 7:00am.
EUR10, 1h0m

8:30am

Take ferry from Como to Bellagio

Enjoy a scenic ferry ride across Lake Como to the beautiful town of Bellagio, departing regularly from 7:00am.
EUR12, 1h15m

10:00am

Explore Bellagio

Wander through charming cobbled streets, visit Villa Melzi gardens, open from 9:00am to 7:00pm in summer.
EUR7, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Trattoria San Giacomo

Dine on traditional Lake Como specialties in an atmospheric, historic setting open till 3:00pm.
EUR30, 1h0m

2:00pm

Return ferry to Como

Relax on the return ferry trip with lake views, arriving by mid-afternoon for next journey preparation.
Included in ferry ticket, 1h15m

4:00pm

Visit Villa Olmo

Enjoy a walk in the historic gardens of Villa Olmo, open until 7:00pm, with spectacular lake vistas.
Free, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Ristorante Sociale

Sample northern Italian cuisine in Como’s historic centre, with dinner service starting from 6:30pm.
EUR30, 1h30m
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Day 3: Cultural Bern

Bern, Switzerland on June 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Café Fédéral

Enjoy Swiss bakery treats and coffee beside Bern’s federal parliament, open from 7:00am.
CHF15, 1h0m

9:00am

Walk Old Town and Clock Tower

Explore Bern’s UNESCO-listed Old Town and see the Zytglogge clock tower with an animated show on the hour, entirely walkable.
Free, 2h0m

11:30am

Visit Bern Historical Museum

Switzerland’s second largest historical museum, open 10:00am to 5:00pm, showcasing cultural history and Einstein exhibits.
CHF16, 1h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at Altes Tramdepot

Enjoy Swiss dishes and craft beers next to the Aare river in a lively brewery-restaurant, open from noon.
CHF35, 1h15m

3:00pm

Rosengarten Park

Relax in this beautiful rose garden with panoramic views over Bern’s rooftops, open daily, free entry.
Free, 1h0m

4:30pm

Visit Bear Pit

See the bears that symbolise Bern in this historic bear enclosure located in the city centre, open at all times.
Free, 30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Kornhauskeller

Dine beneath impressive vaulted ceilings in a historic granary transformed into a restaurant, open evenings from 6:30pm.
CHF55, 1h30m
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Day 4: Alpine Zermatt

Zermatt, Switzerland on June 23, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Fuchs Bistro

Enjoy fresh pastries and coffee in this cosy Zermatt spot, open from 7:00am.
CHF15, 1h0m

8:30am

Gornergrat Bahn to Gornergrat

Take the cogwheel train to Gornergrat for breathtaking views of the Matterhorn and surrounding peaks, with services from 7:00am.
CHF95 return, 3h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat

Enjoy lunch with panoramic views at Europe’s highest hotel, located at the Gornergrat summit.
CHF40, 1h0m

1:30pm

Explore Zermatt village

Return to the car-free village to explore shops, the Matterhorn Museum, open 9:00am–5:00pm, and charming streets.
CHF16 for museum, 2h0m

4:00pm

Visit the Matterhorn Museum

Learn about the history of the region and mountain climbing culture, located in the village centre.
CHF16, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Schäferstube

Enjoy Swiss Alpine specialties such as raclette and fondue in a cosy atmosphere, open until 9:30pm.
CHF45, 1h30m
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Day 5: Interlaken Nature

Interlaken, Switzerland on June 24, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café de Paris

Savour fresh coffee and croissants in this charming café, open from 7:30am.
CHF15, 1h0m

9:30am

Boat cruise on Lake Brienz

Experience crystal-blue waters and alpine scenery on a 2-hour boat cruise, operating from early morning until late evening.
CHF35, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Restaurant Steinbock

Traditional Swiss fare with a view of the Aare river, open midday to late afternoon.
CHF30, 1h0m

1:30pm

Harder Kulm funicular

Ride the funicular up to Harder Kulm for breathtaking vistas over Interlaken and surrounding lakes, operating 8:00am to 9:30pm.
CHF38 return, 2h0m

5:00pm

Walk along Höheweg promenade

Leisurely stroll through Interlaken’s main street with shops, cafés, and views of Jungfrau mountain.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Restaurant Taverne

Enjoy classic Swiss and international dishes in a relaxed setting, open evenings from 6:00pm.
CHF40, 1h30m
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Day 6: Lucerne Charm

Lucerne, Switzerland on June 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Confiserie Bachmann

Start with excellent Swiss pastries and coffee at a beloved Lucerne bakery, open from 7:00am.
CHF15, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Chapel Bridge and Water Tower

Walk the historic wooden bridge and water tower dating back to the 14th century, iconic Lucerne landmarks.
Free, 1h0m

10:30am

Explore the Swiss Museum of Transport

Discover Switzerland’s transport history and technology with interactive exhibits, open 10:00am–5:00pm.
CHF30, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Wirtshaus Galliker

Traditional Swiss dishes in a historic setting, open for lunch until 2:30pm.
CHF30, 1h0m

2:30pm

Lake Lucerne Promenade walk

Enjoy a leisurely riverside and lakeside walk with picturesque views of mountains and swans.
Free, 1h0m

4:00pm

Lion Monument

Visit the famous poignant sculpture commemorating Swiss Guards who died in Paris, located just a short walk from the old town.
Free, 30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Balances

Dine in style alongside the Reuss river with contemporary Swiss cuisine, open until 10:00pm.
CHF50, 1h30m
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Day 7: Zurich Finale

Zurich, Switzerland on June 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Sprüngli

Indulge in luxurious Swiss chocolates and morning coffee at this renowned café on Bahnhofstrasse, open from 8:00am.
CHF20, 1h0m

9:30am

Explore Bahnhofstrasse

Discover one of the world’s most exclusive shopping streets with boutiques and department stores.
Free, 1h30m

11:00am

Visit Kunsthaus Zurich

Tour Zurich’s premier art museum with impressive collections from medieval to modern art, open 10:00am–6:00pm.
CHF23, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Zeughauskeller

Enjoy hearty Swiss and German dishes in a historic armory-themed restaurant, open 11:30am–10pm.
CHF35, 1h0m

3:00pm

Lake Zurich promenade

Relax with a lakeside walk or boat rental in the afternoon sun along scenic Lake Zurich.
Free, 1h30m

5:00pm

Old Town stroll

Wander through Zurich’s picturesque Altstadt with narrow streets, historic buildings, and lively squares.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Kronenhalle

Experience classic Swiss fine dining amidst famous artworks in a celebrated Zurich institution, open until 11:00pm.
CHF70, 1h30m
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