Switzerland Itineraries

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Switzerland in 1 Week

Known for beautiful Alpine train journeys, hikes, museums, and the classic European village feel, Switzerland offers a multitude to see and do. If you have one week, here are the highlights:

Day 1-2, Zurich & Glacier Express: Take a walking tour through pristine Zurich, Switzerland’s capital. Ride the famed Glacier Express through some of the most picturesque countryside.

Day 3, Zermatt & St. Moritz: Take a mountain hike to a small local restaurant, Trift Hut. Admire the famous mountains and fields of wild flowers as a backdrop to your alpine hikes.

Day 4-5, Geneva: Old Town walking tour, Flower Clock, views of Mont Blanc, Golden Pass route

Day 6-7, Lucerne: Lion Monument, Chapel Bridge, Mount Pilatus

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Hiking in Switzerland in 1 Week

Whether you’re looking to tackle a 7-day thru-hike or prefer to stick to shorter trails, Switzerland is the perfect place to spend a week exploring the outdoors

Day 1, Interlaken: Explore the town of Interlaken and fuel up for tomorrow’s hike at one of the town’s world-class restaurants If you’re craving adventure, go skydiving or kayak on the lake.

Day 2, Bachalpsee Loop: This 6-mile loop offers glacial mountain views, trails covered in wildflowers, and a lake for a mid-hike swim.

Day 3, St. Moritz: Take the train to St. Moritz and hike the Muottas Muragl - Alp Languard trail. This trail provides panoramic views of the Bernina Valley.

Day 4-5, Bad Ragaz: Bad Ragaz is popular among hikers for its trails through vineyards and into the alps. End your hikes at one of the region’s wineries.

Day 6, Werdenberg: Werdenberg is a tiny medieval town in the alps with dozens of  interconnected hiking trails.

Day 7, Geneva: Finish your trip in Geneva, which has a great shopping, art, and food scene. If you’re still craving another hike, Lake Geneva has several easy trails.

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Switzerland Highlights in 2 Weeks

Due to the ease of rail and road transportation, two weeks in Switzerland is plenty of time to visit major sites all over the country.

Day 1-2, Geneva: Spend your first two days exploring Geneva’s art galleries, museums, cathedrals, and restaurants.

Day 3, Montreux: On the other side of Lake Geneva, the resort town of Montreux is a great place to relax, eat, and shop while enjoying the scenery.

Day 4-5, Bern: The capital city of Switzerland is filled with historic sites, from museums to cathedrals.

Day 6-9, Interlaken and Grindelwald: Interlaken is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, with options to hike, paddleboard, kayak, and paraglide.

Day 10-11, Lucerne: Hike Mount Pilates and visit Rigi, one of the most famous views of Switzerland.

Day 12, Basel: Basel is a city filled with art and culture. Visit art galleries, shop, and enjoy a live music show.

Day 13-14, Zurich: Zurich is the biggest city in Switzerland, and the perfect place to end your journey visiting the Swiss National Museum and take a mountain railway for some final incredible views.

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