Going on a Swiss adventure? Get tips on the best places to visit from this five-day Swiss travel guide by Klook Kreator Chirag Kandelwal!
From charming villages to stunning landscapes and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, this Switzerland itinerary covers all the top tourist attractions of several Swiss cities. Here's an overview of Chirag’s visit to Switzerland:
- Day 1: Lucerne – Lucerne Old Town Tour and Lake Cruise
- Day 2: Mount Titlis – Mount Titlis Excursion
- Day 3: Grindelwald – Grindelwald Tour
- Day 4: Jungfraujoch and Interlaken – Hike Up Jungfraujoch and Visit to Interlaken
- Day 5: Lauterbrunnen and Mürren – Lauterbrunnen Valley and Mürren Old Town Tour
If you want to enjoy big savings as you travel through the country's different cantons, book the Swiss Travel Pass! With this mega deal from Klook, you'll get unlimited public transportation rides and free museum tickets.
Looking for a more budget-friendly alternative to the Swiss Pass? The Swiss Half Fare Card is for you. With this card, you can get half off all train rides and boat trips, plus special discounts on mountain excursions!
Time to start planning! Here are some ideas from Chirag's Switzerland itinerary to max out your holiday:
Day 1: Experience Lucerne's Breathtaking Landscapes
Catch captivating mountain views on a luxury cruise on Lake Lucerne. Credits: Klook
If you're flying in from abroad, your plane will likely land at Zurich International Airport, Switzerland's major transportation hub. You can hop on a train from the Swiss capital to Lucerne, a compact city known for its old-world charm. The train journey is relatively quick and takes about an hour.
Once you’ve arrived and have checked in at your hotel, it’s time to explore! Take the Lucerne City and Lake Cruise Small Group Tour to cover the city's biggest tourist attractions. You'll see the renowned Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke), the famous Lion Monument, and the iconic Twin Towers of Hofkirche.
For a more relaxed sightseeing tour, book a leisurely cruise on the majestic Lake Lucerne. Sit on the top deck to soak in the city's surrounding mountains and picturesque landscapes.
Feeling hungry? Head to Lucerne’s medieval Old Town for some grub! Taj Mahal is a popular choice for good Indian food in the city, offering a range of mouthwatering dishes from various regions in India. If you’d like to try something local, the Old Swiss House should be at the top of your list! Part of the Michelin Guide, this restaurant is housed in a historic half-timbered building and offers traditional Swiss specialties.
Day 2: Take a Day Trip to Mount Titlis from Lucerne
Go up 10,000 feet above sea level at Mount Titlis! Credits: Chirag Kandelwal
If you like hiking trails and snow-capped peaks, a trip to Mount Titlis should be on your Switzerland itinerary!
To reach the highest mountain in Central Switzerland, you can take a 45-minute train ride from Lucerne to Engelberg. From there, hop on the Titlis Xpress gondola to Trübsee and Stand stations. Once you arrive in Stand, try out the Titlis Rotair, the world's first revolving cable car, which will take you to the summit.
Pro tip: book your Rotair tickets with Klook to also enjoy free passes to the Titlis Cliff Walk and Glacier Cave!
After your Mount Titlis excursion, you can return to Lucerne and cross off other tourist attractions you might have missed, such as the Swiss Transport Museum.
Day 3: Enjoy Tranquil Strolls around Grindelwald
Test your mettle at Grindelwald's First Cliff Walk—a 300-meter-long elevated walkway with unobstructed views of the Swiss Alps! Credits: allPhoto Bangkok from Pexels
The astounding mountain ranges of Grindelwald make it one of the best places to visit for a relaxing holiday.
Reachable from Lucerne via a three-hour-long train journey, nature lovers will enjoy tranquil strolls in this small town, complete with fantastic panoramas of its surrounding mountains—the Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau. You can also take a cable car to Mount First and try the Cliff Walk.
And if you join a Day Tour to Grindelwald, you'll see film locations of Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and more!
If you’ve worked up an appetite after a full day of activities, try out Grindelwald’s Restaurant Eigennordwand. Feast on a hearty Gulaschsuppe and other Swiss dishes while taking in the stunning views of the Eiger mountain.
Day 4: Hike up the Jungfraujoch and Go around Interlaken
Walk in a winter wonderland at Jungfraujoch, the highest accessible railway in Europe! Credits: Klook
No Switzerland itinerary is complete without a trip to Jungfraujoch!
To get to the “Top of Europe,” you can try out the new Eiger Express Tricable Gondola, which will take you to the Eiger Glacier Station from Grindelwald in 15 minutes. From there, you can transfer to the Jungfraujoch train line.
Take the Klook Jungfraujoch Tour to enjoy breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains from Europe’s highest train station. Plus, soak in the majesty of the Aletsch Glacier—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the longest glacier in the Alps, and admire the animal ice sculptures at the Ice Palace!
You can also book your Jungfraujoch excursion with a Klook Pass to enjoy major discounts on other activities, such as tandem paragliding in Interlaken and a tour through Lake Brienz!
If you still have time after your Jungfraujoch adventure, head to Interlaken and explore its old medieval town.
Sample different beers at Interlaken’s Hüsi Bierhaus, a cozy Bavarian-style pub famous for authentic German and Swiss cuisines. Craving Indian food? Dine at Spice India, known for its curries, tandoori specialties, biryanis, and naan.
Day 5: Visit Ski Resorts and Alpine Villages at Lauterbrunnen and Mürren
Stroll around traditional Swiss chalets in the charming village of Mürren! Credits: reza hoque from Unsplash
Experience Switzerland's rich cultural heritage and the natural beauty of its alpine valleys on a trip to Lauterbrunnen and Mürren.
Take a 40-minute train journey from Grindelwald to explore the iconic Lauterbrunnen Valley. When you join Klook's Interlaken Lauterbrunnen tour, you'll also see one of the region's most famous places to visit: the Staubbach waterfall.
You'll then venture to the car-free village of Mürren, where you'll immerse yourself in the ambiance of a quintessential Swiss town, complete with wooden chalets, alpine meadows, and rolling hills.
After embarking on your adventure through the Swiss Alps, it’s time to head back to the capital city and prepare for your journey home. Remember to stock up on Swiss cheese and chocolates if you haven't already done so throughout your trip!
And that wraps up Chirag Kandelwal's five-day tour through the best places to visit in Switzerland. If you’d like to follow his Switzerland itinerary, here is a breakdown of estimated expenses:
Accommodations | Price |
|---|---|
Lucerne (2 nights) | 25,000 INR |
Grindelwald (3 nights) | 37,500 INR |
Transportation | |
Swiss Travel Pass | 22,286 INR |
Meals | 31,200 INR |
Activities and other expenses | 16,700 INR |
Total | 132,686 INR |
You can also view his travel guide for more inspiration for your upcoming trip!
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