5-Day Switzerland Exploration After Bern Event - Optimal Travel Plan with Limited Hotel Changes

Day 1: Arrive & Attend Event

Bern, Switzerland on September 2, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Lötschberg

Start your day with a Swiss breakfast at Lötschberg, a café known for fresh bread and traditional coffee, just 10 minutes from the city center.
CHF15, 1h

11:00am

Sindex Conference

Attend the Sindex exhibition at the Bern Expo, experiencing cutting-edge industrial innovations and networking opportunities with professionals.
CHF20, 6h

6:30pm

Dinner at Kornhauskeller

Dine at Kornhauskeller, Bern’s iconic vaulted cellar restaurant offering Swiss classics with a vibrant ambiance.
CHF40, 1h30m
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Day 2: Event & City Explore

Bern, Switzerland on September 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Einstein

Enjoy a light breakfast of pastries and coffee at Café Einstein, centrally located near Bern’s old town.
CHF18, 1h

9:00am

Sindex Conference

Continue attending the Sindex event; explore the latest exhibits and attend workshops till afternoon.
Included, 6h

4:00pm

Explore Bern Old Town

Walk through Bern’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, admire the medieval architecture, Zytglogge clock tower, and the Aare river views until sunset.
Free, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Rosengarten

Enjoy Swiss cuisine with panoramic views of Bern from Rosengarten’s scenic terrace.
CHF50, 2h
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Day 3: Final Event Day & Transfer

Bern to Lucerne, Switzerland on September 4, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have an early breakfast at your hotel before the final day of the event.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Sindex Conference

Attend the last day of Sindex exhibition, catching keynotes and final meetings.
Included, 5h

2:00pm

Travel from Bern to Lucerne

Take a train from Bern to Lucerne, a scenic journey about 1 hour and 15 minutes long.
CHF35, 1h15m

3:30pm

Check-in to Hotel in Lucerne

Check-in to your hotel in Lucerne for a 2-night stay that will serve as your base for central Switzerland explorations.
Varies, —

5:00pm

Walk Lake Lucerne Promenade

Evening walk along Lake Lucerne’s promenade, enjoy lakeside views and sunsets.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Wirtshaus Galliker

Savour traditional Swiss dishes at this family-run restaurant, known for its hearty meals in Lucerne.
CHF40, 1h30m
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Day 4: Lucerne & Mount Pilatus

Lucerne, Switzerland on September 5, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a wholesome hotel breakfast before your mountain excursion.
Included, 1h

9:00am

Mount Pilatus Day Trip

Head to Mount Pilatus via boat from Lucerne, then ascend via the world’s steepest cogwheel railway. Hike or relax atop the peak with panoramic views.
CHF72 round trip, 6h

4:00pm

Return to Lucerne & Rest

Relax at your hotel or explore local shops in Lucerne’s old town post-trip.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Balances

Dine riverside at Restaurant Balances, featuring creative Swiss and international cuisine in a beautiful historic setting.
CHF60, 2h
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Day 5: Travel to Interlaken

Lucerne to Interlaken, Switzerland on September 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start with hotel breakfast to fuel for your journey to Interlaken.
Included, 1h

9:30am

Train to Interlaken

Travel by train from Lucerne to Interlaken (approximately 2 hours), enjoy scenic views of Brünig Pass along the way.
CHF40, 2h

12:00pm

Hotel Check-in in Interlaken

Check into your Interlaken hotel, where you will stay for 3 nights exploring the Bernese Oberland.
Varies, —

1:00pm

Lunch at Husi Bierhaus

Enjoy casual Swiss pub fare in the heart of Interlaken, offering local beers and hearty meals.
CHF30, 1h

2:30pm

Harder Kulm Visit

Take the funicular to Harder Kulm viewpoint for panoramic vistas of Interlaken and surrounding mountains. Open until 6:00pm.
CHF38, 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at Restaurant Taverne

Enjoy refined Swiss cuisine at Restaurant Taverne, located in the Victoria Jungfrau Hotel.
CHF70, 2h
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Day 6: Jungfrau Region Explore

Interlaken, Switzerland on September 7, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Early breakfast for a full day in the Jungfrau region.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Day Trip to Jungfraujoch

Take a train trip to Jungfraujoch, the ‘Top of Europe’. Explore the Ice Palace and enjoy breathtaking alpine views. Open daily from 8:00am to 4:30pm.
CHF150, 7h

4:00pm

Return to Interlaken

Rest and stroll in Interlaken after the mountain expedition.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Bebbis Restaurant

Relax over dinner featuring local Swiss dishes in a cozy setup.
CHF45, 1h30m
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Day 7: Lauterbrunnen & Departure Prep

Interlaken, Switzerland on September 8, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have a peaceful breakfast before a calming day trip.
Included, 1h

9:00am

Visit Lauterbrunnen Valley

Explore Lauterbrunnen Valley, famous for its 72 waterfalls and stunning alpine scenery. Enjoy hiking or a visit to Trümmelbach Falls (open 9am-5pm).
CHF12, 4h

1:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Oberland

Dine at Hotel Oberland in Lauterbrunnen, known for Swiss specialties and hearty meals.
CHF35, 1h

3:00pm

Return to Interlaken & Relax

Return to Interlaken for your final night, prepare for departure next day.
Free, —

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Spycher

Enjoy a rustic Swiss farewell dinner at Spycher, with traditional dishes in a warm setting.
CHF50, 2h
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Day 8: Departure Day

Interlaken to Bern/ Airport on September 9, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Final breakfast in Switzerland to fuel up for your journey home.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Travel to Bern or Zurich Airport

Take a train from Interlaken to Bern or directly to Zurich Airport, depending on your flight schedule. Approximate train time to Bern is 1h; Zurich Airport about 2h.
CHF40-CHF70, 1h-2h

11:00am

Prepare for departure

Arrive at the airport, check-in and relax before your flight home.
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