Switzerland Adventure Itinerary: Lakes, Mountains, and Villages

7 Day Switzerland Adventure Scenic Lakes Mountains Villages Save this before planning Switzerland Route Overview Day 1 Zurich Day 2 Lucerne Day 3 Interlaken Day 4 Grindelwald Day 5 Lauterbrunnen Day 6 Murren Day 7 Zurich Day 1 Zurich Switzerland's Vibrant Gateway Old town buildings and historic streets Explore Zurich's charming old town historic churches and quaint streets Visit Lindenhof viewpoint Enjoy panoramic views over the Limmat River and Old Town Zurich's most famous shopping streets offering fashion boutiques and department stores Swiss train to Schaffhausen Ride the beautiful waterfalls Historic castles and picturesque towns Rhine Falls Stunning waterfalls and dramatic landscapes Lake Zurich Enjoy the beautiful lake and admire the surrounding beauty Good to know Jungfrau-Joch The Top of Europe Pilatus The Golden Roundtrip Schilthorn Piz Gloria The most beautiful views Bern The capital city Swiss Travel Pass Pack smart Save layers, pack light More layers power bars and bullet trains Travel tips Carry warm clothes Carriers layers can change quickly Don't forget you copies of your visas Good to know Oeschinensee Jungfraujoch Schilthorn Most scenic Most popular Most iconic The best view in Switzerland Zurich's most beautiful and historic Old Town Iconic The highest altitude railway station in Europe The most beautiful waterfalls Day 2 Lucerne Switzerland's Most Charming City Zurich Arrive in Lucerne and get ready to explore Lucerne Train Station Chapel Bridge Walk through the wooden covered Chapel Bridge built in the 14th Century, and the Water Tower Old Town Explore the charming Old Town's streets, squares, and historic buildings Lunch at a local restaurant Enjoy a tasty Swiss meal at a local restaurant or cafe. Mt. Pilatus or Rigi Take a cogwheel train or cable car up Mt. Pilatus or Rigi for stunning views Lake Lucerne Relax on a scenic boat ride and enjoy the beauty of the lake Evening Stay overnight in Lucerne Best time to visit May - October Budget Est. per day 150 - 250 CHF per person Day 3 Interlaken Gateway to the Alps Zurich Scenic train journey to Interlaken Explore the charming town with relaxing walks in H"ohlemann Park Check-in to your hotel and get ready for alpine adventures Food to try Swiss potato specialties with cheese and toast Travel tips Wear comfortable shoes Bring a waterproof jacket Weather changes quickly Wear rain boots, sunglasses and sunscreen Overnight Stay overnight in Interlaken Day 4 Grindelwald Alpine Wonderland Arrive in Grindelwald Enjoy a short hike and some time in the charming village First Cliff Walk Go to the First Cliff Walk, a breathtaking cliff path for unforgettable mountain views Hike the First mountain a scenic hike to the top of the mountain with panoramic views Lunch at a local restaurant Enjoy a tasty Swiss meal at a local restaurant or cafe. Mountain views Enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Scenic viewpoint Enjoy the best viewpoint and watch the sunset Enjoy the beautiful views and relax in the quiet atmosphere of the alpine village. Food to try Rochti Swiss potato specialties with cheese and toast Swiss chocolate Swiss chocolate at its finest Travel tips Wear comfortable shoes Bring a waterproof jacket Weather changes quickly Wear rain boots, sunglasses and sunscreen Overnight Stay overnight in Grindelwald Day 5 Lauterbrunnen Most Beautiful Valley Arrive in Lauterbrunnen and see the beautiful waterfalls Staubbach Falls Walk in the shadow of the Staubbach Falls, one of the most photographed spots in Switzerland. Village view Enjoy the charming village with breathtaking mountain views and waterfalls. Lunch at a local restaurant Enjoy a tasty Swiss meal at a local restaurant or cafe. Trummelbach Falls Walk through the valley and visit the Trummelbach Falls, Europe's largest subterranean water system. The walk offers stunning views of the surrounding nature. Evening Relax in the charming town and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the alpine village. Food to try Rochti Swiss potato specialties with cheese and toast Swiss apple pie with coffee Travel tips Wear comfortable shoes Bring a waterproof jacket Weather changes quickly Wear rain boots, sunglasses and sunscreen Overnight Stay overnight in Lauterbrunnen Day 6 Murren Hidden Gem Alpine Village Cable car ride to Murren Take the cable car ride from Stechelberg to Murren, a charming car-free village. Explore Murren Explore the charming village and enjoy the breathtaking mountain views. Lunch at a local restaurant Enjoy a tasty Swiss meal at a local restaurant or cafe. Schilthorn (optional) Take the cable car to Schilthorn and enjoy the breathtaking views from Piz Gloria. Visit the exhibition and learn about the history of James Bond. Sunset moments Enjoy the spectacular sunset moments from the top of the mountain. Food to try Rochti Swiss potato specialties with cheese and toast Hot chocolate A warm cup of hot chocolate is perfect with the swiss cheese. Travel tips Wear comfortable shoes Bring a waterproof jacket Weather changes quickly Wear rain boots, sunglasses and sunscreen Overnight Overnight in Interlaken Day 7 Zurich Return to Zurich Scenic train to Zurich Relax and enjoy the scenic train ride from Interlaken to Zurich. Old Town (Altstadt) Explore the charming Old Town with its historic streets and buildings. Lunch at a local restaurant Enjoy a tasty Swiss meal at a local restaurant or cafe. Bahnhofstrasse Explore the famous Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world's most exclusive shopping streets. Lake Zurich (ZOO Visit) Explore the beautiful shores of Lake Zurich, a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll. Enjoy the scenic views and the peaceful atmosphere. Coffee and cake Enjoy a final Swiss coffee and cake to celebrate your trip. Evening Watch the sunset over Lake Zurich and bid farewell to Switzerland. Good to know Swiss Travel Pass Pack smart Save layers, pack light More layers power bars and bullet trains Travel tips Carry warm clothes Carriers layers can change quickly Don't forget you copies of your visas Recommended Jungfrau-Joch The Top of Europe Schilthorn Piz Gloria Most scenic Most popular Most iconic The best view in Switzerland The best view in Switzerland Save this for your Switzerland trip Follow @arroundworldguides for more travel inspiration and guides.