8-Day Scenic Swiss Adventure: Interlaken, Brienz, Lucerne, Zermatt, and Zurich

Day 1: Explore Interlaken

Interlaken, Switzerland on September 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café de Paris

Start your day with a delightful breakfast at Café de Paris, known for its croissants and rich coffee, open from 7:30am.
CHF20, 1h0m

9:30am

Harder Kulm Funicular

Take the funicular up to Harder Kulm for panoramic views of Interlaken and the surrounding lakes and peaks. Open 8:00am to 5:00pm.
CHF38, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Restaurant Taverne

Enjoy local Swiss dishes in a cozy setting right in Interlaken’s town centre, open from 11:30am.
CHF35, 1h0m

1:30pm

Lake Thun Boat Cruise

Relax on a scenic boat cruise on Lake Thun, offering stunning views of the Alps. Afternoon cruises typically run until 5:00pm.
CHF25, 2h0m

4:00pm

Stroll around Höhematte Park

Unwind by walking through Höhematte Park, admired for its green spaces and great views of paragliders landing.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Husi Bierhaus

Sample hearty Swiss cuisine and local beers in this popular Interlaken eatery, open till 10:00pm.
CHF40, 1h30m
View Hotels

Day 2: Charm of Brienz

Brienz, Switzerland on September 2, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Panoramarestaurant Brienzerburg

Enjoy breakfast with views over Lake Brienz, open from 7:00am for a fresh start.
CHF22, 1h0m

8:30am

Giessbach Falls Visit

Visit the beautiful Giessbach Falls near Brienz; accessible by boat or hiking trails. Fall opening times vary but typically 9:00am to 6:00pm.
CHF10, 3h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Gasthof Aarehof

Taste traditional Swiss cuisine with lake views in a historic guesthouse.
CHF30, 1h0m

1:30pm

Brienz Woodcarving Museum

Discover the artistry of Swiss woodcarving, a local tradition, open 10:00am to 5:00pm.
CHF12, 1h30m

3:30pm

Relax at Brienz lakeside

Take a leisurely walk or relax at the lakefront promenade with picturesque mountain scenery.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant Aareblick

Dine on fresh fish dishes and Swiss specialities by the riverside, open till 9:30pm.
CHF40, 1h30m
View Hotels

Day 3: Discover Lucerne

Lucerne, Switzerland on September 3, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Heini Conditorei

Enjoy Swiss pastries and coffee at this beloved Lucerne bakery, open from 7:00am.
CHF18, 1h0m

8:30am

Chapel Bridge and Water Tower

Explore Lucerne’s iconic 14th-century wooden bridge, open for sightseeing 24/7.
Free, 1h0m

10:00am

Swiss Museum of Transport

Experience Switzerland’s largest museum dedicated to transport and communication, open 10:00am to 5:00pm.
CHF32, 3h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Wirtshaus Taube

Savour traditional Swiss dishes in a historic setting near the old town.
CHF30, 1h0m

2:30pm

Lake Lucerne Boat Tour

Relax on a scenic afternoon boat trip around Lake Lucerne, typically available until 5:00pm.
CHF25, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Restaurant Fritschi

Dine in a historic Lucerne tavern serving Swiss favourites in cheerful atmosphere, open until 10:00pm.
CHF45, 1h30m
View Hotels

Day 4: Majestic Zermatt

Zermatt, Switzerland on September 4, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Bäckerei Fuchs

Start your day with fresh pastries and coffee in this popular bakery, open from 6:30am.
CHF18, 1h0m

8:00am

Gornergrat Railway

Ride the cog railway to Gornergrat for stunning views of the Matterhorn, operational from 8:00am to around 7:00pm in September.
CHF100, 3h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Restaurant Schäferstube

Enjoy Swiss alpine cuisine in a traditional setting in Zermatt’s village centre.
CHF40, 1h0m

1:30pm

Matterhorn Museum

Explore the history and culture of the iconic Matterhorn mountain and Zermatt’s mountaineering heritage, open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
CHF15, 1h30m

3:30pm

Walk through Zermatt Village

Meander through the car-free streets of Zermatt, enjoying alpine shops and cafes.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Findlerhof

Experience gourmet mountain cuisine just outside village with Matterhorn views, requires booking, open in evening.
CHF60, 2h0m
View Hotels

Day 5: Zermatt to Zurich

Zurich, Switzerland on September 5, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel to fuel your travel day.
Included in hotel, 1h0m

9:00am

Travel to Zurich by train

Start the journey from Zermatt to Zurich by scenic Swiss train, approx. 3h journey.
CHF80, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Zeughauskeller

Experience traditional Swiss dishes in this historic Zurich restaurant, open from 11:30am.
CHF40, 1h0m

2:00pm

Explore Old Town (Altstadt)

Walk through Zurich's charming Altstadt with medieval streets, cafes and shops.
Free, 2h0m

4:30pm

Visit Kunsthaus Zürich

Discover Zurich’s premier art museum featuring Swiss and international art, open 10:00am to 6:00pm.
CHF23, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Swiss Chuchi

Enjoy classic fondue and Swiss specialities in the heart of Zurich, open till 10:00pm.
CHF50, 1h30m
View Hotels

Day 6: Zurich Cultural Day

Zurich, Switzerland on September 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Sprüngli

Delight in luxurious pastries, chocolates, and coffee at Café Sprüngli, open from 7:30am.
CHF25, 1h0m

9:30am

Uetliberg Mountain Hike

Hike or take the train up Uetliberg for outstanding views over Zurich and the Alps.
CHF10 (train), 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Uto Kulm Restaurant

Enjoy lunch with panoramic mountain views at the summit restaurant.
CHF35, 1h0m

2:30pm

Lake Zurich Promenade Walk

Leisurely stroll along the lake shores with parks and cafes.
Free, 1h30m

5:00pm

Visit the Swiss National Museum

Explore Swiss cultural history in this architecturally impressive museum, open 10:00am to 5:00pm.
CHF15, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Kronenhalle

Dine in an elegant setting famous for its art collection and traditional cuisine, open till 11:00pm.
CHF60, 2h0m
View Hotels

Day 7: Day trip to Rhine Falls

Zurich, Switzerland on September 7, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before a day trip.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Train to Schaffhausen

Travel from Zurich to Schaffhausen, gateway to Rhine Falls, about 1h train ride.
CHF25, 1h0m

10:00am

Visit Rhine Falls

Explore Europe’s largest waterfall with walkways and boat trips close to the falls, open daily.
Free to walk, CHF10 for boat trip, 3h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Schlössli Wörth

Enjoy lunch overlooking the Rhine Falls with Swiss and international cuisine.
CHF40, 1h0m

3:00pm

Return to Zurich

Train back to Zurich for late afternoon arrival.
CHF25, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Haus Hiltl

Dine at the oldest vegetarian restaurant in the world, offering diverse and delicious dishes.
CHF40, 1h30m
View Hotels

Day 8: Departure day

Zurich, Switzerland on September 8, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Final breakfast in Zurich, relax and prepare for departure.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Leisurely walk along Bahnhofstrasse

Take a last stroll down Zurich’s premier shopping street for souvenirs and photos.
Free, 1h0m

11:00am

Check out and Airport transfer

Prepare for your journey home with timely transfer to Zurich Airport.
CHF50, 1h0m
View Hotels